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The student news site of Westford Academy

WA Ghostwriter

Director of Equity, Curriculum and Instruction Magaly Ronan smiles for a photo.

A look into WA’s diversity

Penelope Zambrana, Staff Writer Jan 15, 2024

The controversy and discussion of diversity has been ongoing at Westford Academy for years. Although Westford is often considered an affluent town from the perspective of neighboring town and even residents in Westford, it has its fair share of people in poverty as well as a progressively growing population...

All 15 members of the new Salsa Band, along with Rodriguez and Engdahl, smile for the camera, instruments in hand, after a successful first meeting.

Salsa Band shines light on Latin American culture through music

Deepa Gautam, Co-Editor-in-Chief Nov 22, 2023

Within thirty minutes of WA’s first ever Salsa Band meeting, trumpets are playing, drumsticks are moving, and even cow bells are ringing. A catchy, upbeat rhythm echoes throughout the band room and nearly 15 students tap their feet as they read the music on their stands. While it may not be perfect...

Westford Academy, warming up to new weather and new changes.

DEIB forums; a new asset at Westford Academy

Kate Kelly, Co-Features Editor Apr 10, 2023

On Tuesday, March 28, a group of both students and teachers met in the auditorium after school. They didn't need to be there, but they chose to be.  It was only an hour period, but within that time, a new outlet of communication was brought to Westford Academy. The Diversity, Equity, Inclusion,...

Diwali day off: a step in the right direction

Diwali day off: a step in the right direction

Deepa Gautam, Features Editor Nov 8, 2022

Diwali is often described as a Hindu holiday that celebrates the triumph of light over darkness and hope over despair. While this much is true, many are not as familiar with the variety of customs and traditions that encompass the holiday; five days marked by prayer, flavorful foods, colorful decorations,...

Students walk through the history hallway at WA.

Diverse history should mean diverse history classes

Pravar Mukkala, Co-Managing Editor Sep 29, 2022

Westford Academy is a diverse community; there is no doubt about that. Going to school means seeing students of all cultures, races, religions, and ethnicities, as well as walking under banners in the halls promoting diversity and inclusion. That's why it is a little odd to see that of the three years...

Members of the SASA cabinet and cub advisor Rashmi Kumar pose for the photo. Students from left to right, president Tanvi Kodukulla (jr), treasurer Srinivas Sriram (jr) , junior vice president Mahi Yerabothu (jr), social media manager Tanya Joshi (sr), and secretary Mysha Khan (jr).

SASA to build community and embrace South Asian culture

Deepa Gautam, Features Editor Sep 14, 2022

When navigating life in a melting pot such as the US, it can be difficult for students to feel culturally understood, to feel truly comfortable embracing the rich customs that come along with their unique identity. Nonetheless, celebrating these differences is vital towards building a welcoming and inclusive...

WA takes actions towards inclusivity.

WA takes actions towards inclusivity

Sara Zukowsky, Staff Writer Mar 25, 2022

In light of recent events that have occurred at Westford Academy, various school community groups have been working towards making WA a more inclusive environment for students.  WA's ADL organization has been around for five years working to combat hateful speech and actions while also creating...

A picture of many pride flags. From left to right, row by row: rainbow, lesbian, transgender, bisexual, gay, pansexual, nonbinary, genderfluid, pangender, bigender, asexual, aromantic, demisexual, demiromantic, polysexual, demiboy, demigirl, intersex, greysexual, greyromantic, omnisexual, agender, abrosexual, aceflux, and aroflux.

LGBTQIA+ terminology explained

The LGBTQIA+ community is a diverse one, and there are many people who identify as different sexualities and orientations. As many people begin to come out as LGBTQIA+, it's essential to know a bit of the basic terminology pertaining to the community. However, there are many identities this listicle...

Fate: The Winx Saga, doesn't compare to the original Winx Club.

Netflix’s Winx Club adaptation will clip your wings

Unnati Bhat, Social Media Manager Jan 29, 2021

A tasteless and boring disgrace would be what comes to mind when I think of this atrocious money-grab Netflix calls a show. Premiered on Netflix on January 22nd, "Fate: The Winx Saga" is an adaptation of the 2000's popular children's cartoon "Winx Club". Unlike the fashion-forward, diverse, and interesting...

The "A World Of Difference" logo

ADL aims to create “a world of difference”

Pravar Mukkala, Staff writer Dec 17, 2020

The Westford Academy community is made up of people of all ages, people who identify as any gender or sexuality, and people of any race or ethnicity. As a community, WA is diverse in many ways. But along with all of these differences come bias, micro-aggressions, and discrimination. The AWOD ADL (A...

Anushka and her sister pose in Indian clothing.

The highs and lows that come with being an Indian American

Anushka Patil, News Editor Jan 15, 2020

My name is Anushka Patil, and I am an Indian American. A simple phrase that holds the bulk of my identity. Ethnicity, race, culture, and nationality all factor together to create a unique individual who fits into a distinct part of society. Across the world, there is a myriad of ethnic backgrounds,...