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11 Dec

Posted at 12:18h in Academics, PREP, Upper School

This week, fifteen grades 6-8 students competed in our annual spelling bee. After studying a list of over 400 words, seventh-grade student Sam Harms became our Spelling Bee winner, and eighth-grade student Max Sawisch the runner-up! The competition was intense, with no third-place winner as several contestants were eliminated in the same round. The final showdown between Sam and Max was epic. The championship word, “aesthetic,” secured Sam’s victory. Max gave a strong performance and came close to taking the title during the nail-biting rounds. The journey doesn’t end here! The top 25 spellers from each county who pass the regional qualifier in February will...

13 Nov

Posted at 13:22h in Lower School, PREP, School News, Upper School

Westminster Academy came together in a moving Veterans Day Chapel to honor the men and women who have served in our nation’s armed forces. Students gathered for this special chapel, recognizing the sacrifices made by countless veterans to protect and uphold the freedoms we cherish. Dr. Satterly opened the chapel, sharing the importance of gathering to honor veterans and emphasizing that it serves as a reminder of something bigger than ourselves. He explained that it calls us to reflect on our mission, the meaning of sacrifice, and the significance of sacred duty. Coming together in community for this purpose each year...

13 Nov

Posted at 13:17h in Lower School, PREP, School News, Upper School

Our 13th Annual Sporting Clay Tournament, presented by Fusion Powder Coating, is just around the corner on Friday, December 6, at Quail Creek Sporting Ranch in Okeechobee. The deadline to register is November 20, so reserve your space today! All skill levels are welcome to participate. Minors must be accompanied by a participating parent. The registration fee is $400 per shooter, $1,600 per foursome, and student entry is $200. Visit wa.edu/clay to register today! Thanks to our generous community, we have already raised over $25K in sponsorships, a record number for this event! Special thanks to our Title Sponsor—Fusion Powder Coating...

13 Nov

Posted at 13:10h in Lower School, PREP, School News, Upper School

Westminster Academy proudly announces that Headmaster Dr. Joel Satterly has achieved the Council on Educational Standards and Accountability (CESA) Head of School Certification. Recognized at the recent CESA Symposium in Denver, Colorado, Dr. Satterly joins a distinguished group of leaders—the first in Florida—who have undergone rigorous self-reflection, peer assessment, and mentorship to meet the highest standards of Christian school leadership. CESA’s Head of School Certification process is designed to enhance personal and professional growth. It includes a multi-phase approach: self-assessment, community feedback from school stakeholders, and an on-site peer evaluation. Dr. Satterly’s achievement reflects his commitment to excellence in Christian education,...