With six members from each grade in addition to members at large, Westford Academy's Student Council (STUCO) is the largest branch of student government in the school. Between classic events like the Holiday Bazaar, Polar Plunge, and Spirit Rally, the group dedicates itself to community outreach. This...

As Christmas quickly approaches, many have started to think about what they want this holiday season. While some have an infinite number of extraordinary gifts in mind, others just want to enjoy the holidays with their family. The Ghostwriter asked students and staff at WA what they had on their Christmas...

Westford is hosting its second annual Juneteenth celebration and flag raising at the Westford Town Common on Thursday, June 19, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. The event will be hosted by the town's Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Committee. Along with the flag raising, an educational presentation will...

Approximately 90% of Americans celebrate Christmas, and in the lead up to such a special holiday, there is nothing better to do than to go see a cheery holiday play, ballet, or musical. Here is a list of some of the best shows to attend. 1.The Nutcracker Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky's The Nutcracker is...

As the holidays are approaching, people are scrambling to find exciting and creative gifts for all of their friends and family. An unexpected struggle during this time of holiday gift giving is finding just the right stocking stuffers. This list will provide you with seven unique and useful ideas to...

It's hard to believe that it has been three weeks since Ramadan started. When I fast each day, it seems to stretch on and on as I await sunset, when I can finally take a sip of water and a bite of food for iftar. But now, as I look back on the past month with only a week left, it feels as if it was...

It has been said many times, and it is true: being a high school student is not easy. Balancing a constant stream of homework and projects with extracurriculars and a social life can be overwhelming at times, and uses up a lot of time and energy. For Muslim students like myself, there is one particular...

On March 6-7 of this year, Jewish people will celebrate the festival of Purim. Purim is arguably the most popular Jewish holiday as it is one of the more enjoyable and lighthearted holidays. Because the Jewish calendar is based on the moon cycle, Purim, like all Jewish holidays, falls on a different...

On December 18th, Jewish people will celebrate the first of eight nights of Hanukkah, the festival of lights. While Hanukkah is usually the first holiday that comes to mind when people think of Jewish holidays, it is not high on the spectrum of importance. As a Jew, I was super excited to see the...

As Thanksgiving break finally approaches, students' minds have been preoccupied with delicious foods, reuniting with family and friends, and taking a well-deserved rest. The WA Ghostwriter followed up with students on their plans for the holiday.

As families prepare to celebrate Diwali, students also must find a way to juggle school work. While WA allows excused absences for religious holidays, many students choose to skip Diwali festivities in hopes of not falling behind in their classes. The WA Ghostwriter asked students who celebrate Diwali...

The holiday season is here: time full of love, family, friends, and continuous gift shopping for almost everyone you know. But, fear not! The Ghostwriter's here!  Coming up with gifts for so many people during the holiday season can be tough, and knowing what to get for different occasions can be tricky,...