News

12 Sep

Posted at 4:33 PM on September 12, 2019, in Headmaster Messages

Dear WA Community, Wow! What a night. If you missed “Teacher’s Got Talent,” you should make sure you have a seat for next year’s. I’ve already heard many pledges to be on stage next year, and there’s talk about how to make the event even better. So, another show is already in the making. In the meantime, everyone can enjoy this highlight reel. It is very difficult to pick a favorite. The Lions Parent Association who held down our judges’ panel had a very difficult job. Mr. Jarrett Van Tine showed a new gift set. Mr. Walt Jominy and Mrs. Betty Gage...

12 Sep

Posted at 3:29 PM on September 12, 2019, in School News

Starting Monday, September 16, Coral Ridge Presbyterian Church will assist Operation BBQ to bring hot meals to areas most affected by Hurricane Dorian in the Bahamas. Founded in 2011, Operation BBQ began to provide relief in tornado-stricken Joplin, Missouri. Since then, they have served three million meals in disaster zones across the United States. By leveraging their expertise in cooking and catering meals, Operation BBQ also quickly mobilizes teams. As a result, they are supplying the food and equipment necessary to send 20,000 hot meals per day to the Bahamas from Fort Lauderdale. This undertaking will be the only source of...

12 Sep

Posted at 3:27 PM on September 12, 2019, in School News, Upper School

Last year, we made school history with the first-ever, school-sponsored dance. So this year, the Senior Student Council will ensure it becomes a tradition! The second annual Homecoming Dance will take place Saturday, September 28, from 6:00–9:00 p.m. in the James F. Lindsay Gymnasium. This school-sponsored and chaperoned event will include all high school students. The attire is semi-formal. Young men must wear button-up shirts and slacks. Young ladies may wear semi-formal dresses with prior approval needed. Also needing approval are any guests who are not WA students. A guest registration form must be completed by Wednesday, September 25. Tickets are currently...

12 Sep

Posted at 3:26 PM on September 12, 2019, in Uncategorized

We are excited to share our new smartphone App. Available for both iOS and Android, the app is a great way to have quick access to important information—calling in attendance, emailing faculty, online giving, and receiving relevant notifications. Search for Westminster Academy in the Apple App Store or Google Play Store. Once installed, be sure to select the groups you are interested in to see events in the calendar and receive notifications....

12 Sep

Posted at 3:26 PM on September 12, 2019, in Spiritual Life

As a ministry partner of the church, Westminster Academy appreciates the resource Coral Ridge Presbyterian Church is to our school community. Each week, the church gathers for meaningful events to educate, enlighten, and enhance spiritual lives and invites WA parents and students to join them. Upcoming Events September 15: Fall Sunday School classes begin. For a full lineup and more info, click here. September 18: Wednesday Night at Coral Ridge begins. For a full lineup and more info, click here. September 19: Lauderdale Lead with featured speaker Scott Pyle. Enjoy a casual lunch with local business people and take away a...