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WA Ghostwriter

The student news site of Westford Academy

WA Ghostwriter

Towers smiles in front of the photo wall, showcasing decades of Theater Arts at WA.

Towers leaves behind a showstopping legacy

Sara Metivier, Co-Editor-In-Chief Jun 2, 2026

From Off-Broadway stages to the Westford Academy Center for the Performing Arts, artistic director Michael Towers has led every theater kid's dream. However, even on the big stages, Towers' true passion lies within the four walls of WA. His presence here has not only changed the school physically, but...

Lampert smiles in front of her student's artwork.

Lampert to leave WA after nine years to look after newborn

Saanvi Arora, Co-News Editor Jun 12, 2023

The art classrooms are known for being a relaxing space for students to express themselves and grow as artists, and art teacher Kelly Lampert has been a guiding force in creating this environment for students. However, after working at WA for nine years, Lampert will not be returning this fall and instead,...

Murphy smiles for the camera.

Stony Brook teacher Murphy donates kidney to patient in need

Victoria Farley, Co-Sports Editor May 15, 2023

Aimee Murphy has lived in Westford her whole life. She taught fifth grade at Abbot Elementary School fora number of years and has been teaching sixth grade English at Stony Brook Middle School for the past eight years. Throughout her teaching career, she has made a positive impact on all of her students....

Scully surrounded by his antiques in his classroom.

Scully wins social studies teaching award

Jack Zwirn, Opinions & Broadcast Editor May 10, 2023

WA teacher Stephen Scully is set to receive the 2023 William Spratt award for excellence in teaching social studies. The award's recipient was announced at the School Committee meeting on Monday, April 24 by Superintendent Christopher Chew. In order to be nominated, one must be a social studies teacher...

Scherini sits at the pottery wheel, getting ready for her Ceramics class.

Scherini brings new perspectives to the art classroom

Pravar Mukkala, Co-Managing Editor Mar 29, 2023

Teaching high school is not an easy feat. Combine that with starting to teach students who are already used to a teacher, a class routine, and specific rules, and it can get difficult even quicker, especially when that class is an art class—one that isn't centered around hard and straight facts, but...

Casey Collins smiles for a picture in her chemistry classroom.

New chemistry teacher Casey Collins brings comfort and support to WA

Grace Hsu, Staff Writer Nov 15, 2022

In a classroom, chemistry teacher Casey Collins stands with two students around a lab table. They pore over beakers and papers, invested in what she is teaching them. Whenever the students ask questions, Collins answers them patiently, going into elaborate detail to help them understand the topic. This...

Mrs. Callaghan

Callaghan temporarily fills in for Fonden

James McDermott, Co- Sports Editor Jan 13, 2022

Molly Callaghan has done something that not many other people have ever done, and that is return to teaching after a 14 year long absence from the profession. Callaghan is currently filling in for English and journalism teacher Janet Fonden, and will be taking over for Fonden until around Valentine's...

Anthony Brown and Kimberly Sears smile for the camera.

Brown leaves impact on WA; Sears welcomed back

Shreya Voruganti, News Editor Dec 6, 2021

The coming and going of teachers is a normal part of school life at WA. Students are no stranger to long-term stand-ins or substitutes, but the transition is always bittersweet. One such experience has happened very recently. On Nov. 22, history teacher Kimberly Sears came back from maternity leave,...

Lauren Clark smiles for the camera.

Head of Guidance Lauren Clark welcomes students

Shreya Voruganti, News Editor Oct 4, 2021

The guidance office is a hub of activity at WA. Students, teachers, and staff members alike are constantly visiting the offices for supplies, passes, and forms. Students can also visit guidance counselors for advice and help outside of academics. Sometimes, however, they need to go to the Head of Guidance,...

The 2021-2022 school year marks Jennifer Schelin's first year here at WA as a Student Services Teacher.

Schelin begins building bonds with the WA community

James Farley, Co-Sports Editor Sep 14, 2021

Working in the classroom, some students may struggle at times with the assignment at hand, whether that be a writing assignment in English class or a difficult math problem during Algebra.  Guidance from staff is vital for students to navigate these assignments.  This year, Westford Academy welcomes Jennifer...