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Seniors pose for a photo following the pregame ceremony.

WA Boys’ Basketball senior night spoiled by Warriors

James McDermott, Co- Sports Editor Feb 12, 2024

Westford Academy Boys’ Basketball fell 7-9 on the season on Friday, Feb. 9, losing 51-38 at home against Lincoln-Sudbury on senior night due to the second half being littered with offensive struggles for the Ghosts.  Senior night is always an emotional night for everyone involved, and this year...

Albuquerque lines up for a penalty kick in the second half.

Boys’ soccer put to sleep by Bedford

James McDermott, Co-Sports Editor Oct 11, 2023

WA Boys’ Soccer's three game winning streak was snapped by Bedford, as they suffered a 2-0 loss at home on Tuesday, Oct. 10. A penalty kick resulted in a shift of momentum and an insurmountable deficit in favor of Bedford. Amidst their best three game stretch of the season, WA entered their game...

Westford Academy storms the field after a victory.

Seven must-knows for WA Football Games

James Farley, Co-Sports Editor Oct 20, 2021

With Spirit Week taking place here at WA, excitement is palpable among the student body. This positive energy will be carried over to WA's senior night football game on Friday, October 22, at the Trustees Field. Here is what you need to know if you plan on attending the game as a WA student.             Taken...

Westford Academy Football Coach Patrick Gendron is excited for this Fall-2 football season.

Westford Academy Football kicks off their season

James Farley, Staff Writer Mar 8, 2021

The Westford Academy football team will be participating in a season amidst the pandemic, following the 5-2 school committee vote in favor of holding football this Fall-2 season.  While this season will be different than past years, WA Football Coach Patrick Gendron believes he and his team are...

The Westford Academy Best Buddies Club poses together after finishing the creation of their gingerbread houses.

WA organizations strive for positive change

James Farley, Staff Writer Dec 17, 2020

Walking into the classroom, seeing the smiling faces of friends sets a tone of comfort, acceptance, and inclusion.  The smiles are contagious, appearing on all those who enter, as if a switch has been flipped.  Collaboration and teamwork take place at its finest, and a sense of comfort fills the...

Players from both teams at center ice

WA wins against Chelmsford at Skate 3

Chris Higgins, Staff Writer Jan 22, 2017

On Saturday, January 21st, the WA Boys' Hockey team and Chelmsford High School faced off at Skate 3. The first period started off slow with only one penalty on WA and no goals. Suddenly with only two minutes left in the first, WA scored the first goal off of a shot by junior Sean Egan. The...

This is the current location of Westford Academy

Exploring the history behind WA

Kayla Chavier, Features Editor Jan 19, 2016

Many students and faculty at Westford Academy often encounter the same predicament; they are asked to explain the story behind the "academy" in the school's name.  However, WA does not only have an interesting story behind the name, but also an intriguing purpose in the community and beyond. So how...

Photos: Girls' Lacrosse Continues Winning Streak

Photos: Girls’ Lacrosse Continues Winning Streak

Apr 29, 2013

By Amy Keum Staff Writer On April 20th, the Westford Academy Girls' Lacrosse team went up against lacrosse powerhouse North Andover. It was a close game between the two strong forces but WA won 9-8, continuing their winning streak. They are 9-0 in total this season. [doptg id="29"]

Steel Magnolias Show Poster

Steel Magnolias prepped for production

Jan 25, 2013

By Victoria Walker Staff Writer After a successful fall season, the Westford Academy Theater Arts department started off the new year strong with a black box show. Thursday was the opening night of their second main stage production of the year, Steel Magnolias. The play, written by Robert...

An acoustic guitar, which most of the songs contained as background noise during the Listening Lunch

Student talent showcased during Listening Lunch

Nov 1, 2012

by Alok Ganguly Staff Writer On Wednesday October 24th, several students and teachers gathered in the library. Tablecloths were set up, and students sat and chatted with their friends while eating lunch in a calmer setting than the lunchroom. Calming, relaxing, and soft music was played and sung...

Send off to the class of 2012

Send off to the class of 2012

Jun 4, 2012

By Ethan Walshe Managing Editor On the evening of Friday, June 1, Westford Academy celebrated its graduation ceremonies for the class of 2012. The accomplishments of the 404 graduates were recognized and they received their high school diplomas on a mostly sunny evening on Alumni Field. Families...