Alumni Tag

We’re looking forward to a week of school spirit in honor of Winter Court with dress-up days, hallway decorations, the Winter Court representative’s presentation in the Upper School chapel, and Friday’s pep rally. All festivities lead to the Winter Court Men’s Varsity Basketball game at 7:00 p.m. on Friday, February 2, against Taravella High School. Before the big game, The Lions Parent Association (LPA) Mane Event Team is hosting our Second Annual Chili Cook-Off at 6:30 p.m. The Mane Event Team is seeking ten parent contestants to compete to be the “WA Chili Cook-off Champion.” (Please click here to view full registration...

It’s not too late to add your business to the LPA Business Directory. This is an avenue for current WA families and alumni families to raise awareness of their businesses and services in the WA community. The school is frequently asked for referrals to companies affiliated with WA, and the online directory is convenient for families. Visit wa.edu/lpabiz and click “Add Listing.” Click here to download step-by-step instructions. The fee to be included in the directory is $250. All proceeds support the work that the LPA does for our school, including faculty and staff appreciation, hospitality at school events, treats for students,...

This fall, our Advancement Team launched our Student Ambassador Program. These high school students serve the office of the Headmaster and the Advancement Team, representing Westminster Academy on campus and in our community. Student ambassadors share the mission and story of our school at various events with current and prospective families. As part of the experience, the student ambassadors were invited by the D. James Kennedy Center for Christian Statesmanship to represent Westminster Academy at the Distinguished Christian Statesman Award Dinner. This year’s recipient was Senator Tim Scott. Established in 1995, the D. James Kennedy Center for Christian Statesmanship is a...

The Westminster Academy Athletic Hall of Honor was established in 2014 to honor the men and women who have made outstanding contributions to the WA Athletic program over the last five decades. The mighty Lions have been blessed by a distinguished athletic legacy, and we want to recognize and honor our exceptional alumni, coaches, and contributors who were instrumental in the success of our athletic program. The alumni selection committee includes WA Alumni Board members, teachers, and coaches. Congratulations to our 2023 inductees: Female Athlete: Jessica Nava ’18, Swimming Male Athlete: Paul Atkinson ’17, Basketball Coach: Coach Buddy Pressley, Athletic Director, Basketball 1994–2002 Team:...

As we begin a new semester, please save the date for these upcoming events! Tomorrow! January 13:  Coffee with the LPA—“Anxiety: Strategies and Tools for Helping Your Child Deal with Anxiety.” Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Owner of Lighter Living Counseling, and alumna, Sheilah Abadines ’06 Ledesma, will be our guest speaker. February 4: Chili Cook-off presented by the Mane Event team prior to the Winter Court Basketball Game February 23: Coffee with the LPA March 31: Fishing Tournament April 4: Coffee with the LPA Uniform Bank Open on Conference Day—February 1 The Uniform Bank will be open from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00...