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18 Jan

Posted at 15:51h in Arts, School News

We are excited to share two great opportunities next week to take in the talent of the Westminster Academy Fine Arts students. On Tuesday, January 23, join us in the Coral Ridge Presbyterian Church Sanctuary at 7:00 p.m. for the Festival of the Arts. You will experience performances from the band, orchestra, choirs, drama, art, and broadcasting. It will be a wonderful time for all ages, so invite your friends and family! End the week with the Westminster Academy Thespian Showcase Night on Friday, January 26, at 7:00 p.m. in the DeVos Chapel. Be entertained by our theater students as they...

18 Jan

Posted at 15:39h in Athletics, School News

There have been some exciting moments in WA athletics as we said “goodbye” to 2023 and “hello” to 2024. The Lions Competitive Cheer team won their division at the National Christian Cheerleading Championships in Orlando! It’s been nine years since WA’s last competitive cheer competition, and we’re so proud of their strong first season! A special thank you to all of the coaches and to the cheer athletes for making this happen! Way to make WA proud, Lady Lions! Our Lions Basketball teams spent the majority of their holiday breaks competing in high-level tournaments not only in the state but across the...

18 Jan

Posted at 14:37h in Arts

As we begin the second semester, we have much to look forward to. Be sure to mark your calendars and save the dates: January 23—Festival of the Arts Benefit Concert January 26—Lions Parent Association Connect (Learn how to get involved) January 26—Thespian Showcase Night February 2—Lower School/PREP Boosterthon February 3—Winter Court/Chili Cook-Off February 7—Conference Day (PK2–Grade 8) February 15—Grandparents Day (PK2–Grade 2) March 22—Passport To Paris Dinner Auction, presented by Benedetti Orthodontics April 6—Father Daughter Dance (Kindergarten–Grade 6) April 9—Spring Choir Concert and Art Show April 19–21—Spring Musical Mary Poppins, presented by Collision Care Xpress April 23—Spring Band & Orchestra...

21 Dec

Posted at 15:06h in Headmaster Messages

​​Dear WA Community,  This time of year, I can almost hear Charlie Brown sing, “Christmas Time Is Here.” Admittedly, that tune is not the most sacred—for a robust exploration of more traditional Christmas hymns, please refer to the Coral Ridge Advent Devotional. Perhaps the music running through my mind is more the result of the Christmas music playing in the office. Regardless of whether it is the music, decorations, or attire—all suggest the coming of this special season and, with it, many Christmas traditions. One of our family traditions is the reading of John 1 on Christmas morning. I know many other families...

21 Dec

Posted at 14:09h in Lower School, PREP

Service is a trait we focus on throughout the school. Our Lower School and PREP students had a wonderful opportunity to be a part of blessing students at College Susan Schuenke in Haiti. The Lower School and PREP Student Council packed over 300 bags with presents for each student at the school. They also made Gospel bracelets to help share the love of Christ. Not only did this project allow our younger students an opportunity to serve, but WA alumni were involved as well! Sling bags were donated by Chris Carneal, Class of ’98, of Booster, and in conjunction with...