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An assortment of medical supplies.

COVID-19 inspires students to pursue dreams in pre-med and nursing

Estella Cui, Staff Writer May 29, 2021

Nurses, doctors, and health care workers in health are needed now more than ever. High school seniors who are preparing to pursue their college careers have a different view of the medical field due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. The pandemic not only impacted familial ties but also showed how...

Mrs. Mitchell in the clinic.

Joan Mitchell: Lifetime Nurse

Nov 8, 2012

By Doug Boyle Staff Writer Students rely on school nurses to attend to their medical needs. Everyday a new situation presents itself to the nurses at Westford Academy. Joan Mitchell is the head of the  nurse department here at Westford Academy. In addition to her job at Westford, she also...