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GhostCast Episode 1: Climate Change

GhostCast Episode 1: Climate Change

Unnati Bhat and Melanie Duronio Nov 18, 2020

  GhostCast is a Podcast by the WA Ghostwriter. GhostCast, the voice of the ghost, is a platform voicing WA student opinions on relevant issues and topics. This first episode is co-hosted by editors Melanie Duronio and Unnati Bhat. The Ghostwriter sat down with sophomores Vaibhav Singh...

A woman wears a face mask as she works.

The new way of learning affects WA Students

Unnati Bhat, Staff Writer Oct 1, 2020

As WA has adopted the new learning plan for this school year, the concern arises on whether or not it’s working and will work for the majority of students. The coronavirus has affected almost all parts of life, this doesn’t exclude schooling. With the new learning system giving students the choice...

Student's car's parking in the parking lot.

Underclassmen should be able to park in the lot with a parking pass

Amelia Neal, Staff Writer Mar 10, 2020

One of the best things about being a senior at Westford Academy is the ability to drive to school. Seniors purchase their parking passes for $50 at the beginning of the year and once they give their license plate info and physical license to guidance, that student can drive to school.  Though seniors...

Anushka and her sister pose in Indian clothing.

The highs and lows that come with being an Indian American

Anushka Patil, News Editor Jan 15, 2020

My name is Anushka Patil, and I am an Indian American. A simple phrase that holds the bulk of my identity. Ethnicity, race, culture, and nationality all factor together to create a unique individual who fits into a distinct part of society. Across the world, there is a myriad of ethnic backgrounds,...

"I think it's dumb, even though I don't use it, I know people who love to sit there with their friends." - Shawn Adolph, Freshman

Student opinions: flag and bell lobbies now closed during lunch

Tony Yacavonne, Staff Writer Feb 2, 2018

Recently Principal Jim Antonelli made an announcement saying that students are no longer allowed to eat lunch in the flag and bell lobby. This was due to a mess that was left by multiple students in these areas. This leaves many students upset, with most wanting access to these areas back.

Italian exchange student Cecilia Versari (right) with her sister (left) in Italy

Benvenuto Cecilia!

Chloe Morbelli, Arts and Entertainment Editor Sep 28, 2017

A world traveler at just seventeen years old, Cecilia Versari has come to Westford Academy from Italy to experience what life is like as an American. For the 2017-2018 school year, Versari is a new addition to WA’s junior class. Cultured, intelligent, and charming, Versari spoke eloquently about life...

One to World opens up a world of possibilities in the classroom

Chloe Morbelli, Staff Writer May 30, 2017

Westford Academy has expanded its horizons in the world of technology, opening up the classroom to the computer screen. Starting in September of 2016, WA introduced a new program to its freshman class, One to World. By incorporating the regular use of technology into the classroom, the One to World...

Palnati speaking on the steps of the Boston Common

Palnati continues activism

Ben Walker, Co-Editor-in-Chief Apr 5, 2017

Just over a month ago, on February 26th, WA junior, Medha Palnati, stood on the step of Boston Common to speak at the Emergency Rally to Stand for Democracy. The rally was put together by a woman named Olivia Rose to speak out in response to all the allegations against former National Security Advisor...

Fantuzzi has a fantastic first impression of U.S.

Fantuzzi has a fantastic first impression of U.S.

Kai-Jia Yue, Social Media Manager Dec 21, 2016

Hailing from Florence, Italy, Matteo Fantuzzi is spending his senior year here in Westford.  Coming to the United States to experience the culture and language, Fantuzzi is excited that he was chosen to come to the US for a year. Currently, he is staying with sophomore Danielle Labarre. Last October,...

Chloe Ma smiles to the camera

A Slice of American Life for Chloe Ma

Chloe Morbelli, Staff Writer Dec 7, 2016

During this school year, exchange students from various parts of the world have traveled to Westford to attend Westford Academy, so they can learn and experience American culture.  Meet Chloe Ma, a fairly typical sixteen year old girl.  The one thing that makes her atypical is that she is from China....

A group of students studying hard in their pajamas!

Spirit Week 2016: PJ Day

Quinn Dolan, Staff Writer Oct 17, 2016

With Spirit Week, people can express who they are and get creative. This year, as well as last year, Pajama Day starts Spirit Week. In the halls, students happily show off their awesome pajamas. Some in robes, others in onesies, but the majority struts in a fanell top and bottom. Look through the slideshow...