School News

03 Mar

Posted at 11:09h in School News

As an institution, Westminster Academy possesses the stability to maintain our mission-driven course and the flexibility to adapt to an ever-changing environment. It would be difficult to recall a time in its five-decade history when this stability and flexibility have been more evident than over the past twelve months. In dealing with COVID-19, every decision has been prayerfully and carefully considered. While many adjustments had to be made to this year’s calendar of events, we are excited to announce that the Senior Trip will take place from Sunday, May 23, through Friday, May 28. The Class of 2021 Baccalaureate and Commencement...

04 Feb

Posted at 15:15h in Lower School, School News

It is with great excitement that the Lower School announces the addition of a math enrichment program for grades 3–5 titled “M3 Adventure.” This program utilizes the M3 Mentoring Mathematical Minds curriculum which is a National Association for Gifted Children's Curriculum Studies Award Winner. It was designed for gifted and high ability students and was developed at the University of Connecticut NEAG School of Education's Renzulli Center for Creativity. It fits well with our math program and allows for the addition of STEM and higher-level thinking activities. This program is by invitation only for students who excel in math. The class...

04 Feb

Posted at 14:22h in School News

Save the date for our largest fundraiser of the year! Our annual dinner auction, Rockin’ into the 50s, presented by Benedetti Orthodontics, will be held on Friday, April 16, at 6:30 p.m. Everyone can help make the auction a success! Simply provide a letter and acquisition form to a business on behalf of Westminster Academy when you are out shopping, dining, or a patron at a local business. Though many establishments have been impacted by COVID, this is an opportunity to promote future business. All donations are tax-deductible. You may download the acquisition letter and form at wa.edu/auction to solicit...

03 Feb

Posted at 16:36h in Lower School, School News

On Friday, January 22, 2021, we held our Scripps/Miami Herald 4th and 5th-grade Spelling Bee. The students were well-prepared and excited to show their spelling expertise. After 18 rounds and 167 words of intense competition, Klorey White won the spelling bee. Klorey will go on to represent Westminster Academy in the Miami Herald/Scripps National Spelling Bee for Broward County in March. Words that were spelled correctly and led to the final round were: “Scandinavia,” “laboratory,” and “indecipherable.” Congratulations to the winners and those who qualified to participate: First Place: Klorey White (5th Grade) Second Place: Jade Engen-Ruiz (5th Grade) Third Place:...

03 Feb

Posted at 16:22h in Lower School, School News, Upper School

Westminster Academy will be hosting two safe and socially distanced Open House informational events to share how a fusion of faith and intellect at WA creates a unique experience in each child’s life! Prospective families can learn more about all that WA has to offer in academics, athletics, and the arts. This event is a great opportunity to share with others looking for a Christ-centered, college preparatory school for their children. Thursday, February 18, 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. — Upper School Open House Tuesday, February 23, 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. — Lower School Open House The events are free, but tickets...