Diya Patel – WA Ghostwriter

Diya Patel, Staff Writer

Hey! My name is Diya Patel and I am a freshman. This is my first year writing for the Ghostwriter. I joined the Ghost writer because I have a passion for reading and writing, and I am an analytical person! Of course, I love to read, write, bake, dance, and spend time with my friends and family. Some of the extracurriculars that I am looking forward to being a part of are Speech and Debate, Model UN, Book Club, and writing for the Ghostwriter! I’m very excited for this school year to kick-off, and I am most eager to take Journalism!

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[Photo] SASA achieves glittering success with fourth annual Darba

Nithyashree Velavan, Staff Writer
Nov 6, 2025

The guests perform "Sanedo" on the dance floor.

Photos: SASA holds their fourth annual Darba event

Diya Patel, Staff Writer
Oct 19, 2025

Bright lights, spicy food, dance-offs: Westford Academy's South Asian Student Association's (SASA) fourth annual Darba event had it all. Students gathered in the WA cafeteria and enjoyed a night of...

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Westford’s DEI committee plans for their second Juneteenth event

Diya Patel, Staff Writer
Jun 12, 2025

Westford is hosting its second annual Juneteenth celebration and flag raising at the Westford Town Common on Thursday, June 19, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. The event will be hosted by the town's Diversity,...

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Photos: Chaat, cheers, and charity at WA

Diya Patel, Staff Writer
May 28, 2025

Spice, laughter, and community filled the air during another one of WA Bollywood Dance Club's events: Chaat Masala. Students gathered in the Westford Academy cafeteria and enjoyed a night of fun, dancing,...

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Wang’s volley of victories wins commitment to Smith College

Diya Patel, Staff Writer
May 15, 2025

The players line up behind the net, preparing for the game to begin. As feet stomp from the bleachers in anticipation and coaches anxiously grip their clipboards, senior Emily Wang keeps her eyes on the...

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Photos: WA Boys’ Volleyball takes a 3-0 victory against Nashoba Regional

Diya Patel, Staff Writer
Mar 29, 2025

Westford Academy Boys' Varsity Volleyball won against Nashoba Regional High School 3-0 at a home game on Friday, March 28. The Ghosts persisted throughout the game, scoring the winning points for three...

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Hands to Haiti aims to score with second year of basketball fundraiser

Diya Patel, Staff Writer
Feb 13, 2025

Hands to Haiti is raising money through another annual teacher v.s. student basketball fundraiser which will be held on Thursday, March 13, in the Main Gym from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Tickets to the game will...

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Nibbāna Café: a foreign but lovely experience

Diya Patel, Staff Writer
Jan 16, 2025

Many cafes give you a cozy feeling as soon as you walk through the door. Nibbāna Café also gives you that feeling through a different cultural lens than a traditional cafe. Located in the center of the...

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Top 7 songs to warm your heart all winter long

Diya Patel, Staff Writer
Dec 13, 2024

The nights are colder and the days are much shorter. With the winter season upon us, holidays are also quickly approaching. Although we have a bit of time left before break, the winter gloom can only...

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Westford Academy announces winning artwork for the 2025 art calendar

Diya Patel, Staff Writer
Nov 22, 2024

Westford Academy faculty members have selected student artwork to present in the annual art calendar. These art calendars will be sold at the Holiday Bazaar on December 7, 2024. This year, out of 50 entries...

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Ying Ma starts her first year at WA as a Mandarin teacher

Diya Patel and Evelyn Burke
Oct 3, 2024

As she has had various teaching positions in Brandeis University, Boston University, and Concord-Carlisle High School, Ying Ma, the new Mandarin teacher at Westford Academy reveals her excitement to be...

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