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Photos: Holiday Bazaar 2017 brings generations together

Varshini Ramanathan, Co-Managing Editor
Dec 3, 2017

On Sunday, December 2, students and vendors of all ages showcased their talents through skilled craftsmanship and various forms of merchandise. Westford's holiday tradition was yet again a success, with...

Stranger Things 2 is a must-watch

Varshini Ramanathan, Co-Managing Editor
Nov 13, 2017

After striking gold with its hit Stranger Things in October 2016, Netflix has upped the stakes and the suspense for its second season. Although featuring the same core cast and premise, Stranger Things...

Girls’ Volleyball sweeps Groton-Dunstable at regional semis

Varshini Ramanathan, Co-Managing Editor
Nov 10, 2017

WA Girls' Volleyball powered ahead of Groton-Dunstable Regional High School in the regional semifinals Thursday, taking three straight sets and settling a decisive victory 25-22, 25-17, 25-23. This...

Rocking chairs to reduce stress at WA

Varshini Ramanathan, Co-Managing Editor
Nov 2, 2017

It's rare to find a moment to take a breather at WA, as classes and clubs compound to create a packed school life for students. However, there is a space to take a break where students would least...

Lo takes on responsibilities as JSA’s Northeast State Governor

Varshini Ramanathan, Co-Managing Editor
Nov 1, 2017

On Tuesday afternoons, some of the school's most politically active students gather in Room 103 to argue current events. No matter the subject, the room is always alight with opinions, and of these...

[Photo] WA Girls’ Volleyball loses to Cambridge R&L

Mehul Shrivastava, News Editor
Oct 27, 2017

Senior Elizabeth Arnold takes a moment before the point begins.

WA falls to Weston 1-0

Varshini Ramanathan, Co-Managing Editor
Oct 10, 2017

On Tuesday, October 10th, the WA Boys' Soccer team faced off against Weston on the WA turf. After an early goal, a defensive game on both sides led to a Westford loss against Weston 1-0. The...

Westford officials tackle opioid epidemic with education

Varshini Ramanathan, Co-Managing Editor
Sep 30, 2017

With overdose deaths on the rise in Westford, residents are beginning to realize the scale of the drug problem in this town. However, the Westford Police and Fire Department has been on the lookout...

Anna Roetzer comes from Germany to WA

Varshini Ramanathan, Co-Managing Editor
Sep 29, 2017

Sophomore Anna Roetzer has an insatiable hunger for new experiences, and it is that adventuring nature that brought her from Langquaid, Germany to Westford Academy for the 2016-2017 school year. The...

Our generation must take on climate change at a global level

Varshini Ramanathan, Co-Managing Editor
Sep 29, 2017

As the daughter of two scientists, I have been watching NOVA and Discovery documentaries since I was old enough to sit up straight. As a result, my childhood fears encompassed not just monsters and...

Relay team reflects on successful season

Varshini Ramanathan, Sports Editor
Jun 17, 2017

Westford Academy's Girls' 4x100 meter track relay had a truly remarkable run this season. The team, comprising of junior Katherine Pawlak and sophomores Jacki Harding, Grace Santana, and Mel Almasian,...

[Photo] Class of 2017 graduates move on from WA

Mehul Shrivastava, News Editor
Jun 3, 2017

Freshman Lasya Dutta plays the trombone during the marching band performance.

Kevin Regan leaves a legacy behind

Varshini Ramanathan, Sports Editor
Jun 5, 2017

The halls of Norman E. Day School are uniquely alive. The looming lockers that seem so tall to a fourth-grader's eye, the murals donning the walls, and the bustling classrooms are part and parcel...

Burke speaks for class of 2017

Varshini Ramanathan, Sports Editor
Jun 2, 2017

It's been a long ride for the class of 2017 -- in the words of class speaker Mara Burke, their four years together have been like a rollercoaster. However, on June 2nd, Burke will bring their high school...

Girls’ Lax takes down Sharon High in MIAA quarterfinal

Varshini Ramanathan and Kai-Jia Yue
Jun 2, 2017

Westford Academy Girls' Lacrosse played a strong game against Sharon High School on home turf Thursday, maintaining a wide lead throughout to finish 19-10. The Ghosts made their offensive presence...

Haley Cogliano takes to the field at BC

Varshini Ramanathan, Sports Editor
Jun 1, 2017

Senior captain of Girls' Varsity Lacrosse and sophomore commit to BC, Haley Cogliano is finally ready to take her talents to college after an ACL scare last year. Cogliano began playing lacrosse in the...

Student stress is a culture, not self-imposed

Varshini Ramanathan, Sports Editor
May 30, 2017

When I was in eighth grade and we were being recommended for high school classes, teachers warned against taking too many honors courses and instead told us to pursue our passions. This advice flew in...

WATA disqualified from METG for overtime performance

Varshini Ramanathan, Sports Editor
Mar 23, 2017

On Saturday, March 18th, Westford Academy Theater Arts presented Caryl Churchill's play Fen at the Massachusetts Education Theater Guild state semi-final, but their performance went just past...

Girls’ Basketball season ends with a 61-45 loss to Springfield

Varshini Ramanathan, Sports Editor
Mar 16, 2017

Girls' Basketball ended their season at the state semi-final game against Springfield Central, falling 61-45 after losing their lead early on. Westford Academy came into the game with a 18-2...

[Video] Challenge Success takes root at WA

Mehul Shrivastava, News Editor
Feb 17, 2017

As course selections begin at Westford Academy, the question of balancing student stress with academic success rises once again. But this year, administration is working with Stanford University to make...

Boys’ Basketball falls to AB 54-39 on Senior Night

Varshini Ramanathan and Kai-Jia Yue
Feb 15, 2017

On Tuesday, February 14, WA Boys' Basketball failed to maintain their narrow lead over the Acton-Boxboro Colonials and fell further behind as the game went on, finally ending at a 54-39 loss. Although...

Snow Day Grader: February 13th

Varshini Ramanathan, Sports Editor
Feb 13, 2017

On Monday, February 13, Westford Public Schools were cancelled due to a snowstorm that lasted Sunday into early Monday. Superintendent Bill Olsen cancelled school the previous evening, as weather forecasts...

WA Gymnastics barely misses DCL title

Kai-Ja Yue and Varshini Ramanathan
Feb 12, 2017

On February 11, WA Gymnastics faced off with Newton-South, Acton - Boxborough, and Cambridge Ridge & Latin for the DCL championships. Missing the title by 2.6 points, WA placed behind NS with a total...

Chinese New Year celebration comes to WA

Kai-Jia Yue and Varshini Ramanathan
Jan 31, 2017

On Friday, January 27, WA Chinese teacher Zhenyan Li and her classes threw a Chinese New Year Celebration. The whole cafeteria was decorated with traditional Chinese red lanterns and banners, with...