School News

16 Nov

Posted at 15:16h in Athletics, School News

One of our Portrait of a Graduate traits is “compassionate contributor.” Our goal is that students would recognize all they have been given is a gift from God and for His glory alone, respond with a grateful attitude, and be generous in action—seeking to help those who cannot help themselves. Our students have demonstrated this in multiple ways over the last month. The Lady Lions Volleyball program hosted its annual Pink Night in October to 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...

15 Nov

Posted at 10:17h in PREP, School News

Grades 3–6 participated in Digital T.H.I.N.K. Week, led by PREP Principal Dr. Rebekah Owens. The purpose of this week was to help students make thoughtful and positive choices with technology while recognizing that their choices affect their community and themselves. Each day, students and teachers focused on a specific topic supporting good digital citizenship. The primary goal was to help our students understand the importance of their digital footprint and view it from a biblical perspective. Psalm 19:14 (ESV), “Let the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable in your sight, O Lord, my rock and...

14 Nov

Posted at 18:44h in Arts, School News

Junior Thespians in grades 6-8 competed in the District competition and received 8 Superiors and 12 Excellent ratings from the judges! They participated in multiple events showcasing their acting, singing, design skills, and overall performance abilities. Because of their high scores, the group moves on to Junior Thespian States in Orlando in February. Congratulations, WA performing arts Lions! Superiors Large Group Musical: “Hard Knock Life” from Annie–Isabella Martinez, Abry Kennicott, Violet Scicchitano, Naomi Bertrand, Mila Blackmon, Abigail Pinho, Lariza Ora, Grace Barbar, Heila Breivyte, Kate Hajduk, Greta Harms, Kayla Romero, Emory Lanier, Jessa Stervil, and Samantha Carre Solo Musical:  Grace Barbar—“Times Like...

14 Nov

Posted at 16:42h in School News

We are so thankful to our WA community for coming together to make our fourth Annual Fund Drive week a great success, exceeding our prior record for donations within the week by $37,000! Over $123,000 was donated during the week, including the $25,000 matching gift 75 new donors supported our school...

14 Nov

Posted at 16:19h in Lower School, PREP, School News, Upper School

The 12th Annual Westminster Academy Sporting Clay Tournament, presented by Fusion Powder Coating, is coming up on Friday, December 1, at Quail Creek Sporting Ranch in Okeechobee. Spend the day in the great outdoors! Participants will enjoy a country breakfast, then take aim at clay pigeons on a 14-station course, and end the event with a hearty lunch. All skill levels are welcome to participate! However, all minors must be accompanied by a participating parent. The registration fee is $400 per shooter, $1600 per foursome, and student entry is $200. Visit wa.edu/clay to register by Monday, November 20! Please contact the...