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...

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...

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,...

The rhythm of drums carries through the room and two lions appear, one golden, the other red. Swiftly, they make their way around the tables of dining people, playfully sticking their noses into their food and dropping oranges in their path, a symbol of good luck and prosperity for the year ahead. The...

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,...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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 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...

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,...