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WA Ghostwriter

The student news site of Westford Academy

WA Ghostwriter

The student news site of Westford Academy

WA Ghostwriter

Aarshia Bhattacharyya

Aarshia Bhattacharyya, Co-Managing Editor

Hi! I’m one of the managing editors for the Ghostwriter, and I’m a junior here at WA; this is my third year writing for the paper. In my free time, I love listening to music (especially Gracie Abrams), writing, and spending time with my friends and family. I also swim and do classical dance. I’m looking forward to another year of reporting!

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Ang (left) and Shieh (right) awarded titles of valedictorian and salutatorian, respectively, for the class of '26.

Ang named Class of ’26 valedictorian

Aarshia Bhattacharyya, Co-Editor-in-Chief
Jun 3, 2026

Overcoming the trials and tribulations of high school and reaching graduation is an accomplishment in and of itself. However, senior Niklas Ang has taken this achievement a level higher, earning himself...

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The pre-health field boasts a variety of different pre-professional tracks and related majors.

Class of ’26 chooses healthcare

Aarshia Bhattacharyya, Co-Editor-in-Chief
Jun 3, 2026

The vast field of healthcare is not for everyone. Often requiring more than the typical four years of post-secondary education, these careers involve long hours, high-stress environments, and a passion...

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The senior countdown in the corner of the cafeteria declaring the seniors' last day.

How are we supposed 2 say 6oodbye?

Aarshia Bhattacharyya, Co-Editor-in-Chief
Apr 11, 2026

It’s that time of year again: the senior countdown has hit one on the cafeteria blackboard. A source of relief and excitement for many members of the senior class, the steadily decreasing numbers also...

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The rise in a normalization of disrespectful and hateful behavior in and outside the classroom has negative impacts on many.

When did disrespect become so normalized?

The disappointing rise in a lack of kindness and general decency
Aarshia Bhattacharyya, Co-Editor-In-Chief
Mar 9, 2026

"In a world where you can be anything, be kind." How many times have we heard this saying? How many times have we seen it as a sticker on a teacher's laptop, a motivational saying in the counseling...

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