At the School Committee Meeting on Tuesday, May 27, committee members received a proposal from the Class of 2026 officers regarding their senior trip, reviewed the middle school improvement plan, and passed...

Earning the chance to play a sport in college takes more than just talent. It requires discipline, resilience, and years of dedication both on and off the field. For many high school athletes, balancing...

Westford Academy Boys’ Lacrosse kicked off their season by beating Groton-Dunstable Regional High School (GDRHS) 14-6 on Saturday, March 29, starting their season record off strong 1-0. Throughout...

The WA Girls’ Basketball (WAGB) team had an unforgettable season, finishing undefeated in the DCL and making it to the second round of the playoffs for the first time since the 2021-2022 season. With...

The impact of WA's budget cuts is still an obstacle that students and educators are dealing with daily. Teachers are learning how to adjust their normal schedules and curriculum to continue giving students...

WA Girls’ Hockey battled Haverhill-Pentucket-North Andover (HPNA) on Saturday, Feb. 8 putting up a fight against the fourth ranked team in the state, but coming up short and losing 3-0. WA's starting...

Finding the right college can be a challenging process, but for some athletes it can be even more challenging because of the added stress of finding a team that best suits them. So many athletes who are...

TikTok has been on the verge of being banned for over a year now, but this time around it's starting to feel like cutting off this platform that millions use for entertainment, creativity and connection...

Westford Academy Boys’ Basketball kicked off their season beating Billerica 62-52 on Thursday, Dec. 19, starting their season record off strong 1-0. The Ghosts came out strong right off the bat with...

As the holidays are approaching, people are scrambling to find exciting and creative gifts for all of their friends and family. An unexpected struggle during this time of holiday gift giving is finding...

Following in the footsteps of 2024 WA graduate and current runner for the Stanford Cardinals Paul Bergeron, Jack Graffeo has taken over the title as the state’s top cross country runner, and has no...

There is one week out of the school year that stands out: Spirit Week. There is excitement in the air for students and teachers alike at Westford Academy when Spirit Week is approaching. The halls are...

Over the past few years, setting the boundaries for AI usage in classrooms has become a challenge for teachers and students in many different scenarios. Teachers are figuring out when it is okay to incorporate...

WA Boys’ Soccer had their fourth win of the season, defeating Acton-Boxborough (AB) 1-0 on Tuesday, September 24, improving their season record to 4-2. The first half started off with WA keeping...

For the first time in nine years, the Westford Academy Boys' Varsity Soccer team made it to the playoffs after a 9-2 record at the end of the 2023 season. Although they lost in the first round to Boston...

One of Westford Academy's largest focuses is preparing students for life after high school. This begins sophomore year with the Career Breakfast, followed by Junior Job Shadow Day, and wraps up with the...

Westford Academy Baseball increased their season record to 10-1 after mercying Bedford on Friday, May 4 by a score of 10-0. The Ghosts struggled to get going offensively for the first four innings...

WA Boys’ Lacrosse was defeated by Central Catholic 10-9 at home on Saturday, March 30 after an aggressive performance from CC. WA came out strong on the offensive end in the first quarter. Junior...

If you have ever found yourself unable to be productive due to being distracted by your phone, you are not alone. In fact, you are in the majority of all people on the face of the planet. The negative...

It is a spring day at Peter Arthur Diamond. The sun is out, birds are chirping, and a cool breeze flows throughout the outfield. It is these types of days that Westford Academy Baseball, a team that has...

Senior Shane Clark became the 2024 Division 1 Central Champion at the MIAA Wrestling Sectionals at Springfield College on Saturday, Feb. 10. WA was ranked 14th out of the 16 schools, but they still...

Westford Academy Boys’ Hockey improved their record to 13-2-1 after beating Andover 2-0 at home on Wednesday, Feb. 7.  From the opening face off, WA began the game with a starting lineup consisting...

As the potential for budget cuts hang over Westford Public Schools, the current classroom setup will see future changes if the override is not passed this upcoming spring. On Dec. 18, Principal Dan Twomey...

WA Girls’ Varsity Basketball suffered a loss against Wachusett on Tuesday, December 19. The game ended with a score of 62-18, making their record 0-2.   Wachusett came out firing right off the bat...

Throughout the month of November, 11 male teachers participated in the No Shave November event run by Relay for Life. This year, the teachers that participated were Anthony Brown, Ned Greene, David Allen,...

For the first time in 25 years, the Westford Academy Girls’ Cross Country team finished top ten in their state meet on Saturday, Nov. 18 in Fort Devens, winning 8th place overall after a 3-2 regular...

After an undefeated season for the girls’ and a near undefeated season from the boys' indoor track team, this year's team is ready to repeat last year's performance and take on the upcoming season. Led...

The Prudential Center, located in North Boston, is displaying sixteen floral works of art called “Fleurs de Villes”. Each exhibition represents a different country around the world, and each one shares...

Students who drive themselves, along with those who are driven to school, understand the struggles of getting to WA on time. You might leave your house thinking you have plenty of time to get to school,...

WA Boys’ Soccer pulled through with a 2-1 win for senior night on Thursday, Oct. 26 at home against Waltham. After a slow first half, WA stepped up in the second half to pull out the win. Before the...

Westford Academy Student Council (STUCO) is hosting an underclassmen dance after the football game on October 20 from 8-10pm. WA Upperclassmen will be able to attend a second homecoming dance on October...

After a 12-4-2 record last year, the 2023 field hockey team is ready to take on the season. Led by Coach Cheri Fisher and senior captains Katie Carroll, Autumn Humphrey and Ally Lombardo, the team is hoping...

The Ghosts' Baseball team’s undefeated season remained intact after a 11-0 senior night win over the Wayland Warriors on Friday, May 12, improving their season record to a 14-0. The Ghosts' offense has...

Running across the track, passing his opponents, and crossing the finishing line is something senior Austin DeSisto has gotten used to over the past ten years. Now, after his time at WA, he has chosen...

When it comes to being a teenager, being able to pay for everything you not only want, but also need, can be one of the biggest challenges. Between the cost of minimum wage and the consistently increasing...

Finding a college can be one of the hardest things for a student to do. It can be even harder for athletes who want to pursue their career at the collegiate level. On October 8, 2022 senior boys’ swim...

Over the course of Brandon Eang's life, he went from living in terror under the Cambodian Genocide to becoming a Digital Media Arts teacher at Westford Academy. Westford Academy's Anti-Defamation League...

Many diners have an older feel to them, but not all of them make you feel at home. Paul's is one of those diners. Paul's Diner is open everyday of the week: Monday-Friday from 6:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and...

Westford Academy Girls’ Basketball dealt their third loss of the season in their away game at Merrimack College against Pentucket Regional on Tuesday Dec. 27, going home with a score of 50-43.  Pentucket...

As Catherine Newark enjoys a nice trail ride with the equestrian club, she feels as though the only thing in the world is her and her horse. For the last 6 years, Newark has been riding horses, and this...

Right after finishing her education, Madison Davick is ready to take on her first year of teaching. Davick is teaching freshman biology and senior marine biology. She is fresh out of college, studied biology...