Author: Amy Randolph

16 Apr

Posted at 16:43h in Headmaster Messages

​​Dear WA Community,Holidays come with trappings and traditions. July 4 and fireworks. Memorial Day and flags. Thanksgiving and turkey. Christmas and … well, all of it. Easter has bunnies and eggs. Each of these symbols has come to represent the tenor and tone of the holiday—they help with identity.When I was a boy, no one told me that Easter eggs were said to symbolize the resurrection of Jesus, or that in the early Church, they were often painted red, capturing the idea of Jesus’ sacrifice. Perhaps I would have willingly participated in the egg coloring ritual if I knew that....

16 Apr

Posted at 16:42h in School News

We are thrilled to share that our annual auction, Westy in Wonderland, presented by Benedetti Orthodontics, was a tremendous success—raising over $469,000 in gross proceeds! It’s not too late to donate to the Heart Raise. Let’s come together to invest in a new system that will strengthen communication, culture, and campus security across WA. Looking for one more treasure? A limited number of items are available in our Post-Auction Sale, open now through Wednesday, April 23, at noon. Don’t miss your chance—head to wa.edu/auction to browse and bid! Congratulations to Cesar and Sose Maltez, winners of the $5,000 tuition credit for next school...

16 Apr

Posted at 16:36h in Athletics, School News, Upper School

Ladies’ Water Polo: District ChampionsCompeting in the Regional tournament at the National Training Center in Ocala on Thursday, 4/17, and Friday, 4/18.Men’s Water Polo: District ChampionsCompeting in the Regional tournament at the National Training Center in Ocala on Thursday, 4/17, and Friday, 4/18.Ladies’ Tennis: District ChampionsThe Team will advance to the Regional Semifinals on Tuesday, April 22, at the WA Athletic Complex. Eighth grader Lexie Bursa had an undefeated 14-0 record this season, and beat Yeshiva in 1st singles finals at the district tournament, which automatically advances her to states. Lexie and Junior Lilly Aguiar beat Donna...

16 Apr

Posted at 16:30h in Athletics, School News, Upper School

We are thrilled to celebrate our Spring 2025 student-athletes who have signed to compete at the next level! We are blessed to have these dedicated and hardworking young men and ladies in the WA Athletic program and look forward to seeing all they will accomplish. Congratulations on this remarkable achievement!Jillian McCarty– University of Oregon, Volleyball Jonathan Peña– Stetson University, Cross Country/Track David Maxson–Mount St. Mary’s University, Water Polo Markeli Jones-Tynes– Robert Morris University, Basketball Savanna Lee– Palm Beach Atlantic University, Softball Paige Langley– Montreat College, Basketball Calvin Martin– Palm Beach State College, Baseball Lara Zima– Penn State Brandywine, Volleyball ...

16 Apr

Posted at 15:15h in Lower School, PREP, School News, Student Life

At Westminster Academy, springtime means it’s time to celebrate the incredible fathers in our community—and what a joyful season it’s been! We kicked things off with our annual PK3 “Dine & Dash with Dad”, where students shared breakfast, laughs, and the legendary “Pop See Ko” dance! Watching our little ones teach their dads the moves was truly a highlight of the spring! Next up, our PK2 classes hosted an early Father’s Day celebration with crafts, songs, and sweet treats. The love and laughter were abundant as students and dads made special memories together. Our PK4 students put on their capes and declared their...