News

06 May

Posted at 13:51h in Headmaster Messages

Dear WA Community, As a Kentuckian, the first week in May holds a special place in my heart as the first Saturday contains the most exciting two minutes in sports, sometimes called the “run for the roses.” By this point, you likely know that I am talking about the Kentucky Derby. While the derby represents much of my home culture, I am keen on the early part of May for another reason—teacher appreciation week. My children benefited from a bevy of dedicated Christian teachers over the years. They are better people because of those influences. As a parent, I want to say...

06 May

Posted at 13:45h in School News

The inaugural AP Capstone Presentation and Oral Defense took place on April 19. This was the culmination of the AP Capstone diploma program from the College Board for four special WA seniors: Alicia An, Julia Andert, Amanda Collins, and Jade McCurvin. Last year, unfortunately, WA's AP Research students were not able to perform their PODs due to COVID-19 restrictions and WA's school closure. We would also like to honor Christiana Hewlett, Josi Richter, and Kayla Williams who completed the AP Capstone program (AP Seminar for one year as sophomores and AP Research for another entire year as juniors).  The AP Capstone...

06 May

Posted at 13:37h in Lower School, School News, Upper School

Each year, the Broward County Non-Public School Association honors exceptional students. The Pinnacle Award recognizes students who set an example in their actions at home, in school, and in the community. In addition, they excel in one or more of these areas: academics, community service, citizenship, fine arts, athletics, and student activities. Furthermore, these students have strong character traits such as perseverance, effort, dedication, commitment to positive goals, improvement in performance, and attitude. Congratulations to the following students: Joey Pekic, 5th-grade Lynn-Rose Ruiz, 8th-grade Alejandro Andres Molina, 12th-grade We are proud to call these students WA Lions!...

06 May

Posted at 12:50h in School News

Congratulations to the Sun-Sentinel Winter All-County Athletes! Ladies’ Basketball First Team: Claire Erickson, Emma Wallhoff Second Team: Lena Girardi, Taelynn Carey Third Team: Kiara-Simone Davis Men’s Basketball First Team: Ben Middlebrooks Third Team: Aidan Abell Honorable Mention: Jaylen Carey, James Nichols Ladies’ Soccer First Team: Lilly Nava Second Team: Louisa Gammill, Christiana Hewlett Third Team: Rebecca Forrester Honorable Mention: Danielle Forrester, KiAndra Griffith, Carolina Molina, Raquel Molina Men’s Soccer First Team: Jaiden Clunis, Ethan Rose Second Team: Julian Camejo, Micah Lewis, Brandon Lue Third Team: MJ Miller Honorable Mention: Cason Alday, Jahlan Paul We are proud of your accomplishments! Let's Go Lions!...

06 May

Posted at 11:19h in Athletics

After having their seasons cut short due to COVID last year, our spring sports teams have all certainly taken advantage of the lost time. We'd like to recognize the following teams and individuals for their strong postseason performances. Varsity Ladies' Water Polo: District Champions, Regional Champions Varsity Men's Water Polo: District Runner-Up Varsity Baseball: District Champions Varsity Softball: District Champions Varsity Ladies' Tennis: District Champions Varsity Track and Field: Individual District Champions – Kiara-Simone Davis (400m), 4x100m relay (Ella Clements, Aylana Mergilles, Lilly Nava, Shyanne Scott), Ladies' 4x400 relay (Ella Clements, Kiara-Simone Davis, Lilly Nava, Shyanne Scott), Aylana Mergilles (High Jump), and Melissa Murphy (Javelin) ...