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HOSA's blood drive poster hanging around WA.

HOSA needs your help with the blood drive

Mackenzie Adam, Staff Writer Jan 20, 2022

COVID-19 has created issues in hospitals all over. Currently, MA hospitals are experiencing a blood shortage, meaning patients in need of blood do not have access to it due to the national blood shortage On Friday, Jan. 28, the HOSA club is hosting an annual blood drive. "With just a little blood,...

(Left to right) NHS President Aaditi Padhi, Secretary Davina Finney, and Vice President Cole Kirby at the induction ceremony for NHS.

National Honor Society needs your help

Mackenzie Adam, Staff Writer Oct 29, 2021

WA's National Honor Society (NHS) will be hosting a fundraiser dedicated to sending care packages to WA Alumni in the military. Students and staff will be able to drop off donation items from Monday, Nov. 1 to Friday, Nov. 5 in the senior lobby. NHS President Aaditi Padhi, Vice President Cole Kirby,...

A service dog similar to one Bellemore will receive.

Anna Bellemore seeks support from a service dog

James Farley, Co-Sports Editor Jun 16, 2021

Around the world, dogs are typically a household pet that many owners take for a daily walk, play with in the yard, and give a treat to at night.  Whether they are Golden Retrievers, Black Labs, or German Shepards, dogs are always a fun and loving pet one can rely on. However, one loyal companion...

Abhinav Wadhwa and Muskan Bansal, two sophomores running the India Covid Relief Fundraiser, pose on some steps for a picture.

Students start fundraiser to help India become “Covid Safe”

Melanie Duronio, Features Editor Jun 16, 2021

After living within a pandemic for over a year, there seems to finally be light at the end of the tunnel. With most Americans either fully vaccinated or waiting on their second shot, as well as mask restrictions loosening, there is a sense of relief as our everyday lives seem to be returning to normal....

A Glance Into The Hypnotist Show

A Glance Into The Hypnotist Show

Jack Durkin, Staff Writer Apr 5, 2019

On April fifth the Frank Santos hypnotist show will return to WA for its tenth year in a row. The show is a annual fundraiser for DECA and tickets can be bought from either any DECA member or Mr. Rogers. The show itself focuses on comedy hypnosis and relies on audience volunteers to be hypnotized....

GSA prepares for the approaching Day of Silence

GSA prepares for the approaching Day of Silence

Chloe Morbelli, Arts and Entertainment Editor Mar 18, 2018

Westford Academy, through the initiative of and organization from the Gay-Straight Alliance (GSA), is preparing for its annual Day of Silence to occur on Wednesday, March 21. With this event, students can choose to use their silence to show their support for the LGBTQ community. This year, GSA has...

HFH volunteers working at a construction site

HFH physically and personally benefits Westford

Chloe Morbelli, Arts and Entertainment Editor Nov 1, 2017

Habitat for Humanity of Greater Lowell (HFHGL) has recently extended into Westford, planning to build two affordable and eco-friendly homes. Having built previously in Westford during 2008, HFH is proud to have returned. Home developer, Jeff Brem of Quality Green Homes, donated two lots of land to HFH....

The donation boxes for Puerto Rico located at lunch

WA Spirit Rally fundraiser benefits Puerto Rican reparation effort

Chloe Morbelli, Arts and Entertainment Editor Oct 23, 2017

Throughout spirit week, donation boxes were left out during all four lunches to collect funds for the hurricane victims of Puerto Rico. By donating money, students benefitted not only those in need but also their classes. This was brought together by the Environmental Club and Human Rights Club, with...

A poster advertising the Saturday game

Fundraisers to be held in honor of Matt Roberge

Varshini Ramanathan, Sports Editor Sep 14, 2016

In the wake of Westford Academy junior Matt Roberge's passing after a lengthy battle with leukemia, organizations across WA have been commemorating the life of Roberge with various fundraisers and events. A basketball game will be hosted on Saturday to fund the remaining medical costs, and a soccer...

Lucky Duck race on Forge Pond

Lucky Duck is success

Alisha Sabnis, Staff Writer Sep 23, 2015

On Saturday, September 19th at Westford's Forge Pond, the Westford-Littleton Crew Team held a fundraiser called the Lucky Duck to help raise money for boats and upkeep for the season. This year, the team made a profit of around $7,000. The fundraiser's main event was the rubber duck race at the pond;...

One Stop Fun-draiser

One Stop Fun-draiser

Feb 5, 2015
The Class of 2015 will host a fundraiser for teacher Meredith Kehaias at One Stop Fun on Friday, February 6.