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McLaughlin set to retire after 22 years of building WA a more inclusive community

Elitsa Koleva, Co-Editor-in-Chief
Apr 6, 2025

The bell rings and the hallways flood with students, their laughter joining in with a chorus of sounds. Surrounded by the constant bustle of high school, it can be difficult to notice the note of nervousness...

Girls’ Basketball beats Chelmsford 47-40 after intense, close-fought game

Elitsa Koleva, Co-Editor-in-Chief
Mar 1, 2025

WA Girls' Basketball clinched a close 47-40 victory against Chelmsford during the MIAA State Tournament round of 32 on Friday, Feb. 28 after increasing their lead significantly in the last few minutes...

From swift passes to strong defense, Girls’ Basketball conquers Cambridge Rindge & Latin 56-24

Elitsa Koleva, Co-Editor-in-Chief
Feb 2, 2025

The WA Girls' Basketball team clinched a 56-24 victory against Cambridge Rindge & Latin School (CRLS) on Friday, Jan. 31, making their overall season record 11-3 and their DCL season record 7-0. The...

WA Girls’ Ice Hockey paves the way for future seasons with talented young team

Elitsa Koleva, Co-Editor-in-Chief
Jan 20, 2025

From smooth edges to swift turns, this effortless skating translates naturally into ice hockey, where players fly on the ice as they chase after a puck and position themselves for a goal. With a quick...

Jan. 6 budget hearing pushes for P.E. reductions, more music funding

Elitsa Koleva, Co-Editor-in-Chief
Jan 10, 2025

Students, parents, and teachers spoke during the school committee's FY26 budget hearing on Monday, Jan. 6. WA Music students shared the impact of the current reductions on the music department, urging...

Girls’ Ice Hockey clinches 3-2 victory against Boston Latin during season home opener

Elitsa Koleva, Co-Editor-in-Chief
Dec 16, 2024

The WA Girls' Varsity Ice Hockey team won their season home opener 3-2 against Boston Latin High School. Though the game was tied 2-2 throughout much of the third period, the Ghosts were able to score...

The Hingham AI case: how the toxic academic culture of today culminated in a civil lawsuit

Elitsa Koleva, Co-Editor-in-Chief
Dec 15, 2024

When faced with the consequences of cheating, students may feel a plethora of emotions: embarrassment, fear, and hopefully, remorse. While responding in denial, to themselves, their teachers, and parents,...

Books for Brighter Futures spreads literacy to underprivileged communities

Elitsa Koleva, Co-Editor-in-Chief
Nov 24, 2024

A colorful array of books lines a dusty shelf, ranging from kids’ picture books to young adult science fiction. The books are old, worn out, and faded from the sun, but the stories inside are as alive...

Photos: WAGS ties with Waltham 1-1 during senior night game

Elitsa Koleva, Co-Editor-in-Chief
Oct 25, 2024

Westford Academy Girls' Soccer (WAGS) tied with Waltham 1-1 during their senior night game on Thursday, Oct. 24. Though Waltham scored the first goal of the game via penalty kick, WAGS was able to catch...

iPad kids: the evolving danger of screens for children

Elitsa Koleva, Co-Editor-in-Chief
Oct 23, 2024

Eyes glazed over, a little girl holds a phone close to her face as she swipes through Youtube short after Youtube short. The short videos, accompanied by fast paced music, range from makeup tutorials,...

Investment Club sets its mark on students with unprecedented turnout

Elitsa Koleva, Co-Editor-in-Chief
Oct 14, 2024

**pls let me know if there are any places to cut Scrolling through your feed on social media, you come across a video, promising to make you a millionaire in just three easy steps. Intrigued, you scroll...

Blanchard and Stony to implement Yondr pouches, limit phone use

Elitsa Koleva, Co-Editor-in-Chief
Oct 4, 2024

Under a pilot phone policy, Blanchard and Stony Brook Middle School students will be required to lock their phones and other personal electronic devices in Yondr pouches for the duration of the school...

WA Marching Band fosters inclusivity, prepares to host first-ever NESBA competition

Elitsa Koleva, Co-Editor-in-Chief
Sep 18, 2024

Lined up in perfect formation on the turf, a group of students stands perfectly still, their brass instruments glinting against the backdrop of their maroon uniforms. As the percussion carries into a...

Amelia Margetts pursues music at Brigham Young University

Elitsa Koleva, Co-Editor-in-Chief
Jun 11, 2024

The deep sound of cellos echoes through a filled auditorium while basses and violas effortlessly incorporate their delicate notes, adding layers to the music. Finally, as violinists touch bows to instruments,...

Photos: WA’s Varsity Softball secures win against Burlington

Elitsa Koleva, Co-Editor-in-Chief
May 23, 2024

WA's Varsity Softball team won against Burlington High School 9-1 at a home game on Tuesday, May 21. This marked their final game of the season, making their season record 10-8.

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Elitsa Koleva, Co-Editor-in-Chief

McLaughlin set to retire after 22 years of building WA a more inclusive community

Girls’ Basketball beats Chelmsford 47-40 after intense, close-fought game

From swift passes to strong defense, Girls’ Basketball conquers Cambridge Rindge & Latin 56-24

WA Girls’ Ice Hockey paves the way for future seasons with talented young team

Jan. 6 budget hearing pushes for P.E. reductions, more music funding

Girls’ Ice Hockey clinches 3-2 victory against Boston Latin during season home opener

The Hingham AI case: how the toxic academic culture of today culminated in a civil lawsuit

Books for Brighter Futures spreads literacy to underprivileged communities

Photos: WAGS ties with Waltham 1-1 during senior night game

iPad kids: the evolving danger of screens for children

Investment Club sets its mark on students with unprecedented turnout

Blanchard and Stony to implement Yondr pouches, limit phone use

WA Marching Band fosters inclusivity, prepares to host first-ever NESBA competition

Amelia Margetts pursues music at Brigham Young University

Photos: WA’s Varsity Softball secures win against Burlington

WA Ghostwriter