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The student news site of Westford Academy

WA Ghostwriter
The student news site of Westford Academy

WA Ghostwriter
Unnati Bhat

Unnati Bhat, Multimedia and Social Networking Editor

Hi! My name’s Unnati and I am a junior at WA. I run cross country and I do Speech and Debate, JSA, DECA, Mock Trial, and Human Rights Club. I love to write opinions, manage socials, and talk and learn with others. I am looking forward to this year back in school!
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WA Grey Ghosts gather around Coach Rich during the Dracut game.

Ghosts make long-awaited return to football

Unnati Bhat, Social Networking and Multimedia Editor
Sep 14, 2021

Football is a staple of American high school; Whether someone plays the sport, attends games, or cheers on the team, football touches the majority of students at Westford Academy. The WA Football Team,...

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'Awake' follows mother Jill (Gina Rodriguez) who will do anything to save her children, despite the worsening circumstances.

‘Awake’ puts viewers to sleep

Unnati Bhat, Social Media Manager
Jun 17, 2021

For students all across the world, including those at Westford Academy, sacrificing a night of sleep is worth finishing an assignment, binging a show, or spending a night with friends. I know I have certainly...

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Wendy Pechacek retires from WA in June of 2021 after 21 years.

Pechacek retires with grace after 21 years

Unnati Bhat, Social Media Manager
Jun 2, 2021

For many students and teachers, Wendy Pechacek is a familiar face, whether she's been a guidance counselor or a person to go to for advice, she has been a pillar of WA's staff for twenty-one years of leadership....

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Kreithen is set to play Baseball at the University of Toronto.

Kreithen slides to University of Toronto for baseball

Unnati Bhat, Social Media Manager
May 30, 2021

At Westford Academy, the majority of students end up leaving their sport in high school. This is not the case for senior Aaron Kreithen, who has had a passion for baseball since he was young. He has committed...

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For young people of color, finding their cultural identity can be confusing.

You’re not whitewashed; you just deserve better

Unnati Bhat, Social Media Manager
Apr 7, 2021

Dear fellow people of color, you're not whitewashed; you just deserve better. If you're a person of color in a predominately white area, you've probably heard the term "whitewashed" at least once in...

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Superintendent Finalist Dr. Margaret Adams

Q&A with Superintendent Finalist Dr. Margaret Adams

Unnati Bhat, Social Media Manager
Mar 11, 2021

With Bill Olsen’s Superintendency coming to an end, the School Committee recently announced that Dr. Margaret Adams Assistant Superintendent for Teaching and Learning in Melrose Public Schools was one...

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Secret Admirer's Day Gift Bags are laid on the table, ready for pickup.

Secret admirers day keeps the love alive at WA

Unnati Bhat, Social Media Manager
Feb 12, 2021

Hundreds of roses, chocolate, and teddy bears fill the table. Ribbon, themed bags, and plenty of fun dip overflow the target bags on the floor.  Slips with messages are outfitted with romantic phrases,...

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The switch from hybrid to remote changed my year

The switch from hybrid to remote changed my year

Unnati Bhat, Social Media Manager
Jan 30, 2021

The harsh white light hit my face in my dark room, my music played in the background as I stared at my screen. It was past midnight, and I considered my options, hybrid learning or remote learning academy....

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Holiday Gifts ready to be opened.

40 gift ideas to consider this holiday season

Unnati Bhat, Social Media Manager
Dec 18, 2020

The holiday season is here: time full of love, family, friends, and continuous gift shopping for almost everyone you know. But, fear not! The Ghostwriter's here!  Coming up with gifts for so many people...

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Soundbytes: Student mental health perspectives

Soundbytes: Student mental health perspectives

Unnati Bhat, Social Media Manager
Nov 18, 2020

As school is back into full swing the effects of COVID-19, Hybrid as well as Remote learning and levels of workload have affected student's mental health for better or for worse. Additionally, the accessibility...

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A woman wears a face mask as she works.

The new way of learning affects WA Students

Unnati Bhat, Staff Writer
Oct 1, 2020

As WA has adopted the new learning plan for this school year, the concern arises on whether or not it’s working and will work for the majority of students. The coronavirus has affected almost all parts...

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Massachusetts DECA emblem

WA prevails at State DECA tournament

Unnati Bhat, Staff Writer
Mar 8, 2020

Westford Academy competed at Massachusetts DECA's 61st State Convention from Thursday, February 29th to Saturday, February 29th. For over ten years, WA DECA has had significant successes at both district,...

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"WA" on the side of Westford Academy.

Why Seniority shouldn’t affect teacher cuts

Unnati Bhat, Staff Writer
Mar 6, 2020

Recently at Westford Academy, town budget cuts have found their way into the conversations of students and teachers alike. The term 'Seniority' is defined as the amount of time a teacher has been working...

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"WA" on the side of Westford Academy.

Challenge Success or Challenge Fail?

Unnati Bhat, Staff Writer
Jan 18, 2020

At the start of the 2017 school year, running on data from WA’s Challenge Success survey conducted in 2016, WA began to implement changes in line with Challenge Success’s mission. Westford Academy...

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