Natalie Bearfield

Natalie Bearfield, Staff Writer

Hello! My name is Natalie Bearfield and I am a staff writer for the WA Ghostwriter. This is my first year in journalism and I’m looking forward to writing articles and interviewing people for our school newspaper. Along with writing, I enjoy listening to music, reading, and spending time with my friends and family.

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No phone week: why it does more harm than good

Penelope Zambrana and Natalie Bearfield
May 28, 2024

It is no secret that cell phones and social media have made a large impact on the minds of teenagers and adults alike. Many can use up hours of their days mindlessly scrolling through apps or talking to...

Student Spotlight: Emma Cotter

Natalie Bearfield, Staff Writer
May 15, 2024

The Ghostwriter had the opportunity to sit down and interview senior Emma Cotter for our Student Spotlight series. Read the transcript below for our full interview! Q: Hi, my name is Natalie Bearfield...

Italy field trip deemed major success despite a few unwanted guests

Natalie Bearfield, Staff Writer
May 1, 2024

Westford Academy hosted an international field trip from April 10-20 to Italy where students and chaperones spent ten days exploring multiple areas of the country. However, only a day into the trip, they...

Senior students bring their original plays to the Boston Theater Marathon

Natalie Bearfield, Staff Writer
Mar 18, 2024

From the beginning stages of a production to the final show out on stage, performing a live play in a theater is hard work. The actors spend several hours each day practicing their lines and preparing...

Freshmen musicians to perform in the MMEA Eastern District Music Festival

Natalie Bearfield, Staff Writer
Feb 16, 2024

The Massachusetts Music Education Association (MMEA) will be hosting their annual Junior Eastern District Festival at Lincoln-Sudbury High School on Saturday, March 16. Among students from over 30 districts...

Meet WA’s new therapy dog, Hamlet

Natalie Bearfield, Sofia Gutierrez, and Ellie Lawrance
Jan 16, 2024

For much of the school year thus far, students have been able to see WA's newest member, Hamlet, a trained therapy dog for students needing emotional support. The Ghostwriter sat down with the staff members...

WA Girls’ Varsity Hockey Team wins 1-0 in intense game against Tewksbury

Natalie Bearfield, Staff Writer
Dec 18, 2023

WA Girls' Varsity Hockey defeated Tewksbury Memorial High School with a score of 1-0 in a hard fought game on Saturday, Dec. 16. WA scored the winning point during the third period when freshman Kiley...

Tracy McLaughlin becomes new advisor for Human Rights Club

Natalie Bearfield, Staff Writer
Nov 21, 2023

Regardless of political opinions, there is no doubt that human equity is a global issue that has been around for generations. Prepared to take on these issues, guidance counselor Tracy McLaughlin steps...

Katie Mantineo starts first year at WA as a teaching assistant

Natalie Bearfield and Aarshia Bhattacharyya
Oct 3, 2023

New staff member Katie Mantineo is starting her first year at Westford Academy as a teaching assistant. After working at three different schools within the Westford school district, she is ready to continue...