News

13 Oct

Posted at 15:24h in Student Life, Upper School

Traditions live on at WA. This year’s Homecoming Court was presented at today’s assembly. Students nominated by their peers make up the members of the court. Seniors shared their testimony and fun facts, after which students voted for Homecoming King and Queen. Holding true to tradition, the school will present the court again during halftime at tomorrow night’s homecoming game, and a king and queen will be crowned. Please see the list of all the students on the court below. Freshmen Delilah Kosicki Arianna Pierce Luis Ramirez Jackson Scott Sophomores Hannah Valdivia MadisonWallhoff Thomas Breza Tyler Pritchard Juniors Virginia Scasserra Rowan Smith Colin Cartagena ...

13 Oct

Posted at 15:14h in School News

For the third consecutive year, we celebrated 100% giving participation to the Annual Fund from our faculty, staff, and school board in August. Building on the example set by our faculty and staff, we will launch our Annual Fund Drive on October 21, and aim to reach 50% parent participation by the 50th day of school on Thursday, October 27. Because of a generous $25,000 matching gift, every dollar will be doubled up to that amount, beginning today through our Annual Fund Drive. The Annual Fund supports our school’s operations and provides the margin of excellence that creates the WA...

13 Oct

Posted at 14:56h in School News

During the week of September 19, students in grades six and up went to Vero Beach for their Spiritual Retreats. During this time, they worshiped together and heard from WA alumnus Will Buschmann ’12, the Student Ministries Director at Rio Vista Church, who talked about the importance of their relationship with God and how to keep it strong. Later in the day, activities began that fostered team building with other students and teachers, like kayaking, bike riding, basketball, cupcake decorating, and paintballing. After the main activities concluded, students headed to the beach, followed by lunch, and then wrapped up the day...

13 Oct

Posted at 14:12h in Athletics, School News, Student Life, Upper School

The Homecoming Game is tomorrow night at the west campus Athletic Complex, located at 3701 NW 44 Street in Lauderdale Lakes. The Lions Varsity Football team will take on the University School Sharks! Admission is $5 (cash only) for adults, and students are free. Arrive early for pre-game food and festivities at 6:00 p.m. There will be a Cub Zone for kids presented by Collision Care Xpress. The Lions Athletic Club (LAC) is hosting a Pig Roast! “Going Whole Hog” Tyler Fontaine, “Cuban BBQ Extraordinaire” Nelson Ruiz, and “Pit Master” Ken Nowicki are preparing to serve you a meal you will definitely...

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...