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WA Ghostwriter

The student news site of Westford Academy

WA Ghostwriter

Surrounded by their shopping carts full of donations, STUCO members smile for a photo outside of Walmart.

STUCO turns Walmart aisles into holiday charity mission

Kate Kelly, Co-Editor-in-Chief Dec 19, 2025

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...

The Spirit Rally will take place on the Trustees Field on Friday, Oct. 24.

Two new events added to Spirit Rally lineup

Grace Hsu, Co-Managing Editor Oct 20, 2025

Westford Academy's Student Council (STUCO) has added two new events, musical chairs and Dizzy Bats Inflatable Race, to the Friday, Oct. 24 Spirit Rally game lineup. The new events will be replacing the previous years' greased watermelon toss and sumo wrestling events. According to STUCO, these changes...

The STUCO Executive Board address the Fall Fling and other events during their meeting.

STUCO opens Fall Fling to all grade levels

Srivas Arun, Co-Editor-in-Chief Oct 14, 2025

Westford Academy Student Council (STUCO) will be hosting the 2025 Fall Fling, formerly known as the Fall Semi-Formal and Homecoming, on Saturday, Oct. 25 in the WA cafeteria from 7-10 p.m. with an "Enchanted Garden" theme. The dance will be open to every grade level after two years of restricting attendance...

STUCO introduces the Fall Semi-Formal to replace Homecoming

Penelope Zambrana, Opinions and Reviews Editor Sep 26, 2024

The Westford Academy Student Council [STUCO] will be organizing a Fall Semi-Formal for all upperclassmen in the WA cafeteria on October 19 from 7-9 p.m. Students can expect STUCO to begin selling tickets online and during lunches on October 7. This will replace the Homecoming dance previously held at...

WA prepares for the second year of Trunk or Treat on Oct. 27.

STUCO hosts second annual Trunk or Treat

Grace Hsu, Co-Features Editor Oct 20, 2023

STUCO will host their second annual Trunk or Treat in the WA senior parking lot on Friday, Oct. 27 from 5:00-7:00 pm, an event that will bring together clubs, student organizations, friend groups, and sports teams to celebrate Halloween and connect with the community. Elementary school students can dress...

WA to bring spirit to the upcoming underclassman dance

WA to bring spirit to the upcoming underclassman dance

Katie McDermott, Social Media & Graphic Design Editor Oct 3, 2023

Westford Academy Student Council (STUCO) is hosting an underclassmen dance after the football game on October 20 from 8-10pm. WA Upperclassmen will be able to attend a second homecoming dance on October 21st, also set up by STUCO. Last year there was a homecoming dance where all the grades were...

Welcome sign hanging at the main entrance of WA at STUCO's annual Holiday Bazaar.

STUCO re-opens its annual Holiday Bazaar

Sophia Keang, Co-Managing Editor Dec 2, 2021

With the glistening snow, cinnamon-scented candles, and pumpkin spice lattes, Westford residents know that the Holiday Bazaar is near.  Last year, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, STUCO was unable to hold its annual Holiday Bazaar. However, this year, WA’s halls will be filled with cheer during the...

Secret Admirer's Day Gift Bags are laid on the table, ready for pickup.

Secret admirers day keeps the love alive at WA

Unnati Bhat, Social Media Manager Feb 12, 2021

Hundreds of roses, chocolate, and teddy bears fill the table. Ribbon, themed bags, and plenty of fun dip overflow the target bags on the floor.  Slips with messages are outfitted with romantic phrases, pick up lines, and inside jokes. Hands grasp at the items sorting them into the bags, laughing together...

Student government candidates solidify their campaigns in Q&A

Student government candidates solidify their campaigns in Q&A

The Ghostwriter Oct 19, 2020

On Friday, October 16, the WA Ghostwriter got the chance to interview some of the students running or re-running for student government in each grade. The students answered questions regarding their goals and qualifications. Below are the links to the Q&A videos for each grade. https://waghostwriter.com/70693/videos/class-of-2021-stuco-officers-and-representatives/ https://waghostwriter.com/70702/features/class-of-2022-stuco-officers-and-representatives/ https://waghostwriter.com/70673/features/class-of-2023-stuco-representative-candidates-qa/ https://waghostwriter.com/70675/features/class-of-2020-class-officer-candidates-qa/ https://waghostwriter.com/70686/videos/class-of-2024-student-government-and-stuco-representative-qa/

Class of 2022 STUCO Officers and Representatives

Class of 2022 STUCO Officers and Representatives

Melanie Duronio and Kristen Su Oct 19, 2020

On Friday, October 16, the WA Ghostwriter interviewed some of the junior candidates either running or re-running for student government.  The candidates discussed their plans for the 2020-2021 school year as well as some of their qualifications for their positions. The Ghostwriter also had the...