WA Ghostwriter

A broken system

Apr 3, 2014

By Tim DeLouchrey Sports Liasion At 2:00 on a typical Wednesday afternoon, I did not proceed to the senior parking lot. I was, instead, on my way to the detention room. I had been tardy to school often during the third term, and it had resulted in two office detentions. To simplify the...

Delayed Privilege

Mar 3, 2014

Senior Privileges, traditionally granted immediately following February break, have been delayed. The question is why?

Internships grow nearer for seniors

Feb 14, 2014

It's almost that time of year for seniors who are ready to leave Westford Academy and venture into the working world. As of April 4th, all seniors who choose to participate in an internship, senior project, or community service project will have left WA for the third quarter.

WA staff responds to Double A

Jan 19, 2014

By Kyle Auger and Abigail CiancioloEditors-in-Chief Following new recommendations and the requirement for accreditation from the New England Association of Schools and Colleges [NEASC], Westford Academy has implemented a new advisory program called Double A days. "When NEASC came in, one of the...

Behind the Desk with Mrs. Mahoney

Nov 28, 2012

By Nicole Souza Staff Writer Handling attendance, tardy passes, and numerous phone calls are just some of the jobs Westford Academy administrative assistant Linda Mahoney has to do throughout her day. She says that the assistants she works with are "an amazing group" of which she is happy to...

Opinion: Diwali celebration long overdue

Nov 1, 2012

By Anastasha Echavarri News Editor Several families and friends are gathered and celebrate a special occasion to honor their religion. Lamps known as diyas are lit all around the house and fireworks are setting off outside. Families go to pray at temples and special foods are prepared. The celebration...