Suave Washes Away the Competition (Sponsored)

Parents enlist the help of Suave for its ability to gently soothe and wash away the remnants of the game. Sponsored by Suave.

Back to School 2013: Share Your Experiences and Memories

Do you have great back-to-school memories? Maybe a few awwwww-inspiring First Day of School photos of your children (or yourself)? Share them with your community!

Boston Magazine Ranks Westford’s Schools Eighth in Greater Boston

Boston Magazine’s annual ‘Best Schools’ issue hit newsstands on Aug. 27.

School Goals Meeting Postponed After Lengthy Discussion

Superintendent of Schools Everett "Bill" Olsen didn't have a chance to talk about his goals with committee members.

Nashoba Tech Bus Routes for Westford Students

The first day of school for Nashoba Tech freshmen is Monday while all students arrive on Wednesday.

5 Laugh-Out-Loud Blogs to Start the School Year

You've bought the supplies (or not), you've got the new clothes (some of them), and like it or not, the first day of school is upon you. Here, some inspiration to get you ready for the year ahead.

Westford Schools Approves Superintendent’s Bonus

Committee member David Keele said Superintendent Bill Olsen's "good, but not perfect job" last year warrants a partial contractual bonus.

School Lunch Prices to Rise 50 Cents for Westford Students

The cost increase is due to the healthier, costlier lunch options available and decreased participation in the school lunch program.

Is Your Child Ready for School with Up-to-Date Vaccines?

August is immunization month. Be sure to check up on your child’s vaccinations before he or she starts a new grade.

Backpack Basics: A Weighty Issue

Backpacks don't have to just look good, they have to feel good, too. Keep your child comfortable this school year by finding a quality backpack during back-to-school shopping. But also consider: do they really need a huge pack?

Don't Forget the Books: Patch Chats about College Finances

What students should know about credit cards, savings accounts and more. Here's our recap of Thursday's live chat.

Westford Patch Chats about College Finances

Read the replay: everything you wanted to know about college finances, but were too afraid to ask.

What Do You Want to Know about College Finances?

Post your burning college finance questions or join our live chat on Thursday.

Patch Live Chat: How To Manage Your College Finances

Have questions about paying for college? We'll be having a live chat with an expert Thursday.

Safe Routes to School: “Stepping Out to Summer”

Coming Soon: Westford Patch Live Chat on College Finances

Credit cards, school debt, work-study jobs; is college even worth the debt? Ask your questions as Washington lawmakers make their decisions about the interest rate on student loans.

Get Ready For Back to School Shopping With These Tips in Westford

When's the First Day of School in Westford?

A look ahead at this coming year’s school calendar.

School Committee Gives Olsen Positive Reviews During Evaluation

While the system was slightly new this year, members of the School Committee overall were satisfied with the work of Superintendent Bill Olsen over the past year.

Departing Stony Brook Principal Finalist For Job in Framingham

Outgoing Stony Brook School principal Peter Cohen has been announced as one of two finalists for Cameron Middle School in Framingham.

Westford Academy Grads Continue Last Night Tradition

Graduation had to wait until Sunday, but Westford's newest high school graduates got to celebrate on Friday night once again this year in the annual event hosted by Westford Against Substance Abuse.

Class of 2013 Graduates Under Sunny Skies

Westford Academy students capped four years of high school success at Sunday's graduation ceremonies.

Westford Academy Graduation Postponed Until Sunday

The event will begin at 2 p.m., with the procession beginning at 1:45 p.m.

Missing Westford Academy Student Found

Special needs student has been found — and she is safe.

Westford Academy on High Alert in Search for Missing Student

We will have more information as it becomes available.

2013 Nashoba Tech Graduation

Congratulations to the class of 2013!

Westford Academy Earns More Honors In New Top Schools List

Earlier this month, Newsweek named Westford Academy as one of the top thousand high schools in America, and now a publication here in the Bay State says its in the Commonwealth's top 100.

Packed House for Annual Townwide Inventors and Scientists Fair

The Westford Academy gymnasium was filled to the brim with innovative Westford kids and proud parents on Monday.

School Committee Addresses Various Westford Academy Policies

The board took at look at recommended changes to the Westford Academy student handbook last week.

Principal Cohen Prepares to Say Good Bye to Stony Brook

For seven years, Peter Cohen has been at the helm of Stony Brook Middle School here in Westford, but this summer he leaves to pursue his doctorate and perhaps a position as a School Superintendent.

Newsweek Names Westford Academy as #187th Best High School in America

The magazine's 2013 rankings came out Monday.

PHOTOS: The WEF Big Event

Local friends of Westford education gathered in Chelmsford to raise money for the Westford Education Foundation

Threat of Winter Storm on Tuesday Postpones MCAS Testing

Due to the expected winter storm on Tuesday, the state announced that the MCAS English Language Arts Composition test for students in grades 4, 7 and 10 has been postponed until Monday, March 25.

School Committee Says No to Allowing Unseated Members Giving Goals Evaluations

Monday night's discussion on the proposed new policy pitted arguments of respect for democracy versus respect for accrued experience.

How Does Westford Stack Up In Per-Pupil Spending?

We took a look, and here's what we found out.

Westford Academy, Nashoba Tech, Significantly Above State Graduation Average

Both high schools touted near universal four-year graduation rates for its 2012 seniors according to a recently released report.

School Committee Hears Update on Westford Academy Safety Issues

The committee heard from Westford Academy's new School Resource Officer as well as the results of the most recent Youth Risk Behaviors Survey.

Westford Academy Suspension Stats: Sept. to Nov. 2012

The following are statistics relating to disciplinary suspensions from Westford Academy provided by the Westford Public School Department.

School Committee Sees Need For New District Technology Director

While no decision was made on Monday night and no decision may be made this year due to budgetary pressures, the role may be filled sometime in the near future if Monday's meeting was any indication.

New Teachers' Contract Signed by School Committee

After months of negotiations and tension between the two sides last year, the contract was finalized on Monday night.