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WA Ghostwriter

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WA Ghostwriter

The empty WA cafe soon to be filled different kinds of clubs and ideas.

‘Club Cafe’ strives to include all amidst aftermath of budget cuts

Sara Metivier, Executive Features Editor Sep 12, 2025

Many new and pre-existing after-school clubs will hold their meetings together in the WA cafeteria following budget cuts, taking part in a new invention called the "Club Cafe." After financial reductions were made to Westford Public Schools in Sept. 2024, 25% of WA clubs were left without an adviser....

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...

Pickleballs resting on a post near a court

Pickleball bounces into WA

Griffin Parker, Social Media Editor Mar 4, 2020

Pickleball is the fastest growing sport in the country, and it's growing right into WA. 2.6 million people were playing in 2016, and it's grown to more than 3.5 million as of 2019. Softball Coach Pete Burr is starting a pickleball club at WA. Pickleball is a combination of tennis, table tennis, badminton,...

Roster for film club hanging in the English hallway

Film club delves into the art of film

Srinithi Raj, Features Editor Oct 23, 2019

One may be surprised by the level of depth directors entwine into their movies, much of which goes unnoticed most of the time. Through its insightful yet relaxed discussions of such productions, film club welcomes students of all expertise who share an interest in watching and producing films.  Film...

Juniors Alli Dipietro (left) and Ashya Singh (right) volunteering at Great Dog Rescue

Beyond Animal Rights Club lends a helping hand

Chloe Morbelli, Staff Writer Mar 3, 2017

Calling all animal lovers - WA’s newest club, Beyond Animal Rights Club (B. A. R. C.), gives students an excuse to play with canines while also giving back to the community. With a goal of making a difference in animal shelters, Westford Academy juniors Alli Dipietro and Ashya Singh made B.A.R.C. a...

WA forms new tight-knit club

Sep 23, 2013

By Craig Brinkerhoff and Alok Ganguly Copy Editor and Public Relations Manager With all the new after school clubs premiering this season, Knitting Club is one of the most promising.  With its first meeting on September 17th, the club is already in full swing. Founded by Sarah Bjorkman, a...