Deepa Gautam

Photos: Girls’ Lacrosse opens season with 18-10 victory against Nashoba Regional

Deepa Gautam, Co-Editor-in-Chief
Mar 31, 2024

The referee holds up a yellow card for a Nashoba player, issuing a penalty.

Annual Town Meeting, override vote postponed due to high voter turnout

Deepa Gautam, Editor-in-Chief
Mar 23, 2024

This article was edited March 26 with new information on the rescheduled date, which changed to April 27. Westford's Annual Town Meeting has been rescheduled to Saturday, April 27th, after more than...

A student’s guide to Annual Town Meeting

Deepa Gautam, Co-Editor-in-Chief
Mar 22, 2024

Westford's annual budget and warrant articles will be voted on during the March 23 annual Town Meeting. The meeting, which will include a vote that decides whether or not the Proposition 2 1/2 override...

WATA sparks conversation with new METG submission, ‘Disgraced’

Deepa Gautam, Co-Editor-in-Chief
Mar 6, 2024

When Westford Academy Theater Arts created their first ever mission statement in 2020, their goal was simple: adapt to a growing world. As they completed the phrase "When we make theater," WATA emphasized...

Vote “Yes” for Westford: residents form override action committee

Deepa Gautam, Editor-in-Chief
Feb 13, 2024

With the threat of budget cuts to town and school services looming over Westford, many students and residents have found themselves learning more about the town’s budget challenges. Among them is resident...

Behind the scenes: The commitment of WA athletes

Sophia Williams and Deepa Gautam
Jan 26, 2024

Many students go to basketball games or wrestling matches to watch and critique as spectators of the event. Yet, one cannot help but wonder about the hours and effort a team puts in before the game to...

Select Board hears budget presentation, approves reduced speed limit during 12/12 meeting

Deepa Gautam, Co-Editor-in-Chief
Dec 16, 2023

Town manager Kristen Las presented two budget scenarios for FY25, and the board also voted in favor of reducing the speed limit on Griffin Road and parts of Boston Road to 25 mph during the Dec. 12 Select...

Photos: Wrestling hosts first super quad meet of the year

Deepa Gautam, Co-Editor-in-Chief
Dec 12, 2023

WA Wrestling started off their season on Friday, Dec. 8 with their first super quad meet of the year, facing wrestlers from Weymouth and Foxborough. The night also hosted matches with Taunton, Londonderry,...

Salsa Band shines light on Latin American culture through music

Deepa Gautam, Co-Editor-in-Chief
Nov 22, 2023

Within thirty minutes of WA’s first ever Salsa Band meeting, trumpets are playing, drumsticks are moving, and even cow bells are ringing. A catchy, upbeat rhythm echoes throughout the band room and nearly...

Small steps, big impact; 6 ways to stay sustainable this holiday season

Deepa Gautam, Co-Editor-in-Chief
Nov 21, 2023

In the midst of headlines about rising temperatures, intensifying natural disasters, and a recently released National Climate Assessment, a wave of climate change awareness has taken the forefront of many...

[Photo] SASA brings enthusiasm and unity for second annual Darba celebration

Elitsa Koleva, Co-Managing Editor
Nov 14, 2023

To finish off the night, students dance on the open Bollywood dance floor during last year's Darba.

Westford faces $6-8 million deficit; cuts to school and town services possible

Saanvi Arora and Deepa Gautam
Nov 6, 2023

Westford will be facing a total $6-8 million deficit by fiscal year 2026 (FY26) due to major town expenses increasing beyond the expected revenue in upcoming years. In order to meet these budget needs,...

Rethinking lockers: have they become useless?

Deepa Gautam, Co-Editor-in-Chief
Nov 5, 2023

Almost every high school movie features at least one scene of students hanging out around decorated lockers, exchanging books and small talk. Whether it be a place to stash textbooks, leave notes,...

Soundbytes: What do WA students think about the 2024 eighth grade Washington D.C trip cancellation?

Deepa Gautam, Co-Editor-in-Chief
Oct 12, 2023

Students at Stony Brook and Blanchard Middle School recently found out that their 2024 eighth grade Washington D.C trip will be cancelled due to financial, logistical, and inclusivity concerns. The cancellation...

[Video] Whitman earns perfect score on AP Chemistry exam

Deepa Gautam, Editor-in-Chief
Oct 7, 2023

Whether it be in founding his own 3-D printing business, participating in triathlons, or simply taking high-level classes, senior Jack Whitman has always found ways to challenge himself and achieve at...

Photos: WA Field Hockey triumphs over Wayland 3-0

Deepa Gautam, Co-Editor-in-Chief
Sep 25, 2023

WA Field Hockey defeated Wayland 3-0 at home on Tuesday, Sep. 19th, making their season record 3-3-1. Throughout the game, the Ghosts showed strong offensive plays, with two goals scored by senior captain...

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Deepa Gautam, Co-Editor-in-Chief

Photos: Girls’ Lacrosse opens season with 18-10 victory against Nashoba Regional

Annual Town Meeting, override vote postponed due to high voter turnout

A student’s guide to Annual Town Meeting

WATA sparks conversation with new METG submission, ‘Disgraced’

Vote “Yes” for Westford: residents form override action committee

Behind the scenes: The commitment of WA athletes

Select Board hears budget presentation, approves reduced speed limit during 12/12 meeting

Photos: Wrestling hosts first super quad meet of the year

Salsa Band shines light on Latin American culture through music

Small steps, big impact; 6 ways to stay sustainable this holiday season

[Photo] SASA brings enthusiasm and unity for second annual Darba celebration

Westford faces $6-8 million deficit; cuts to school and town services possible

Rethinking lockers: have they become useless?

Soundbytes: What do WA students think about the 2024 eighth grade Washington D.C trip cancellation?

[Video] Whitman earns perfect score on AP Chemistry exam

Photos: WA Field Hockey triumphs over Wayland 3-0

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