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WA Ghostwriter

The student news site of Westford Academy

WA Ghostwriter

The student news site of Westford Academy

WA Ghostwriter

Maddie Kelly

Maddie Kelly, Staff Writer

Hello! My name is Maddie Kelly and I am a freshman staff writer for the WA Ghostwriter. I love listening to music, playing sports, traveling, and hanging out with my friends. This is my first year in journalism and I’m excited to write for the publication!

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Shah poses for a photo against a bookshelf in the WA library.

Shaivi Shah: voice of the Class of 2026

Maddie Kelly, Co-Features Editor
Jun 5, 2026

When the class of 2026 attends their graduation in June, an important speech will send them off into the next chapter of their lives. This year, that speech will be written and delivered by class speaker...

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My built in best friend and sister, Kate, and I posing as our mom took a photo of us.

The first goodbye of growing up

Maddie Kelly, Co-Features Editor
Jun 4, 2026

"What will you do when I go to college?"  It was supposed to be a simple question. Something that I've never had to think about until now. Suddenly we're all grown up, no longer fighting over who...

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Student Spotlight: Matthew Van Houtte

Student Spotlight: Matthew Van Houtte

Maddie Kelly, Staff Writer
Mar 30, 2026

The Ghostwriter had the opportunity to sit down and interview senior Matthew Van Houtte for our Student Spotlight series. Read the transcript below for our full interview! In this interview, Van...

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Grossman smiles in her new office.

Jenna Grossman continues counseling journey at WA

Maddie Kelly, Staff Writer
Sep 21, 2025

Jenna Grossman is a new guidance counselor who decided to work at Westford Academy for its collaborative counseling team and school spirit. This year, she is looking forward to connecting with her students...

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