Author: Blake Matthews

13 Oct

Posted at 12:54h in School News, Spiritual Life, Student Life

Hurricane Ian has severely impacted the homes, communities, and lives of our neighbors on the west coast of Florida. Our students have started a collection drive, and items can be dropped off at the school by Friday, October 21. Items that are needed are: Tarps Work Gloves Lanterns or Flashlights Extension Cords (25" or longer) Heavy Duty Garbage Bags Protein or Granola Bars Beef Jerky Tuna Fish Packets Snack Size Bag of Chips Electrolyte Packets We are also proud to be partnering with Coral Ridge Church in its relief efforts. The church is also collecting various supplies that can be dropped...

13 Oct

Posted at 10:17h in Arts

We are looking forward to the Festival of the Fine Arts, which has been rescheduled (due to Hurricane Ian) and combined with the Fall Orchestra Concert this Tuesday, October 18. Also, be sure to mark your calendars for the rest of our Fine Arts performances for the first semester. We are excited for you to enjoy the work of our broadcasting, drama, visual arts, band, orchestra, and choir students! Save the Dates: November 8–Fall Band Concert (PREP 6 and US) 7:00 p.m., CRPC Sanctuary December 2–PreK Christmas Program for Parents 9:00 a.m., CRPC Sanctuary December 13–Christmas Concert (PREP 6 and US...

11 Oct

Posted at 12:57h in Athletics, School News

The Lady Lions Volleyball program hosted its annual Pink Night on Tuesday, October 4, where it helped raise awareness for breast cancer. The day kicked off with students, faculty, and staff members being able to wear pink for the day for a minimum donation of $1. The evening included a four-game series against the Boca Christian Blazers. A bake sale and a donation table gave families and fans an opportunity to support the cause. The proceeds from the day were donated to the Dorothy Mangurian Comprehensive Women’s Center at Holy Cross Hospital to aid in the fight against breast cancer....

10 Oct

Posted at 10:20h in Lower School, PREP, Spiritual Life, Upper School

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 all WA parents and students to join them. Upcoming Events David Phelps | Live in Concert: We are excited to celebrate our 50th anniversary season of the Coral Ridge Concert Series! Our first concert is renowned tenor David Phelps, performing on October 28 at 7:30 p.m. He served as a member of the popular and prestigious Gaither Vocal Band for over 15 years and has numerous Dove Awards, Grammy Awards, and...

08 Sep

Posted at 15:55h in Headmaster Messages

​​Dear WA Community,  This Sunday marks the 21st anniversary of the terrorist attacks against our nation. While it is difficult to fully understand the impact of 9/11 on our culture, each of us bears its mark. Perhaps buoyed by the rallying cry of “Never Forget” or inspired by the accounts of remarkable courage, dedication, and heroism, the memories of that day and those that followed are forever seared in our conscience. All of this is captured by the memorial in New York City, a trip that is worth every American’s time. On Sunday, the families of those lost will gather to read...