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Ghostwriter takes home several awards at BU conference

Ben Walker, Sports Editor May 10, 2016

Westford Academy’s student-run newspaper, the W.A. Ghostwriter, took home an All-New England Award in Scholastic Editing and Publishing from the New England Scholastic Press Association’s annual conference at  Boston University on May 2. “I think the awards] show how far we’ve come as a...

Giovino leaves WATA with a bang

Giovino leaves WATA with a bang

Mehul Shrivastava, Staff Writer May 9, 2016

Westford Academy's theater arts program has produced many plays that have been praised by so many people for their storyline and actors. One of the most committed actors to the program over the past four years has been Anthony Giovino. Now, as a senior finishing up his high school career, Giovino is...

The completed meal laid out ready to be devoured.

Cinco de Mayo Fiesta Foods

Morgan Rose, Staff Writer May 4, 2016

Many students at Westford Academy may choose to celebrate Cinco de Mayo, May 5th, by heading to the local Chipotle or making their own Mexican-inspired food. If inspiration is absent but the urge to celebrate is present, here are some fun, simple Mexican-American dishes to try out. Cinco de Mayo...

The Ghosts prepare for the upcoming season.

Roman submits coaching resignation

Andrew Friel, Managing Editor May 1, 2016

Westford Academy's baseball team saw a coaching change take place last weekend, with head coach and WA math teacher Cory Roman stepping down from his postion. Now, Dean Mike Parent has taken the reins for the remainder of the year. According to athletic director Dan Twomey, the resignation was...

School wifi confirmed to stay in place next year

School wifi confirmed to stay in place next year

Mehul Shrivastava, Staff Writer Apr 28, 2016

Administration and Principal James Antonelli have recently confirmed that Wifi will be provided to students next year. The decision was made when a group of students approached them and pointed out their concerns about the incoming Chromebooks, which included the loss of Wifi. Although the Chromebooks...

Brendon Teirney serves the ball

Boys’ Volleyball wins against Lexington

Mehul Shrivastava and Kai-Jia Yue Apr 27, 2016

Westford Academy boys' volleyball team was victorious against Lexington High school on Wednesday, April 27th, ultimately winning all three sets of the game. The first set started off with Lexington scoring the first few points and maintaining a lead for a little while. However, WA quickly came back...

One to World funding prompts concern

One to World funding prompts concern

Andrew Friel, Managing Editor Apr 8, 2016

Following the announcement of the One to World program, members of faculty and the student body have expressed concerns over the nature of the funding of the Chromebooks for incoming freshmen. The plan was first publicly presented at the February 29th school committee meeting and was unanimously approved by...

A senior finishes her sign out sheet in order to participate in Capstone.

Capstone begins for seniors

Ellie Smith, Editor-in-Chief Apr 7, 2016

With the end of the third term coming to a close, close to 90 percent of this year’s senior class will participate in the Capstone program where they will embark on an internship or complete a project to further their learning outside of the classroom. However, not all students were always given...

The student parking lot cleared out quickly  this afternoon.

Snow Day Grader: April 4th

Ben Walker, Sports Editor Apr 4, 2016

On Monday, April 4th, Westford was blanketed with a thin sheet on snow once again. This storm was rather unexpected for Westford residents, as temperatures hit nearly 80 degrees the previous week. Although the snow amounts were not all that high compared to previous New England storms, the timing...

Social media linked to low self esteem

Social media linked to low self esteem

Ellie Smith, Editor-in-Chief Apr 3, 2016

Teenagers today are constantly connecting through various social media outlets including Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and Snapchat. Social media can benefit adolescents by enhancing communication and enabling them to make social connections. However, there are some downsides to social media. In...

Regan brushes up on his Mandarin skills before heading to China for his internship.

WA sends student to China for internship

Hannah McGrath, Staff Writer Mar 31, 2016

Every spring, Westford Academy sends the graduating class to explore an internship close to home, whether it be at an elementary school, a doctor's office or a small business. However, Westford Academy’s Nick Regan, is looking beyond that; all the way to China. Regan is embarking to China for...