Author: Blake Matthews

21 Dec

Posted at 15:06h in Headmaster Messages

​​Dear WA Community,  This time of year, I can almost hear Charlie Brown sing, “Christmas Time Is Here.” Admittedly, that tune is not the most sacred—for a robust exploration of more traditional Christmas hymns, please refer to the Coral Ridge Advent Devotional. Perhaps the music running through my mind is more the result of the Christmas music playing in the office. Regardless of whether it is the music, decorations, or attire—all suggest the coming of this special season and, with it, many Christmas traditions. One of our family traditions is the reading of John 1 on Christmas morning. I know many other families...

21 Dec

Posted at 14:09h in Lower School, PREP

Service is a trait we focus on throughout the school. Our Lower School and PREP students had a wonderful opportunity to be a part of blessing students at College Susan Schuenke in Haiti. The Lower School and PREP Student Council packed over 300 bags with presents for each student at the school. They also made Gospel bracelets to help share the love of Christ. Not only did this project allow our younger students an opportunity to serve, but WA alumni were involved as well! Sling bags were donated by Chris Carneal, Class of ’98, of Booster, and in conjunction with...

21 Dec

Posted at 12:31h in Lower School, PREP, School News, Student Life

The PREP & Lower School Student Council went Christmas caroling throughout the Imperial Point and Pompano Beach area. They visited the Savoy at Fort Lauderdale Rehabilitation & Nursing Center, passed out Christmas coloring pages, and then sang several Christmas songs. The students then visited several homes and finished the evening at the highly decorated and famous Macek Family Christmas Lights in Pompano Beach. The Upper School Student Councils, in partnership with Habitat for Humanity Broward, held a Christmas Toy Drive. Through your generosity, student council members and additional student volunteers were able to distribute presents to 60 families in the Rick...

21 Dec

Posted at 11:46h in Athletics

We are excited to share that the Westminster Academy Lions basketball team has earned the opportunity to participate in the City of Palms Classic held at the Suncoast Credit Union Arena on the campus of Florida Southwestern State College in Fort Myers, Florida. This tournament, renowned as one of the most elite high school basketball competitions in the nation, is a testament to the outstanding talent and dedication of our student-athletes and coaches. The City of Palms Classic, now in its 50th year, brings together top-tier high school basketball programs from across the country. It serves as a proving ground for the...

19 Dec

Posted at 16:22h in Arts, Upper School

Congratulations to the entire WA International Thespian Society, Troupe 8570, who had an incredible showing at the District Competition earlier this month. Each and every student received either a “SUPERIOR” or an “EXCELLENT” rating for their performance. SUPERIOR Small Group Musical: Godspell—Brady Oropesa, Erin Fitzgerald, Lexi D’Aleo, Luis Ramirez, Madison Sanders, Mia Harms, Olivia Oropesa, Reese Mathis, Ryder Stroud, & Story Truss Solo Musical: Erin Fitzgerald Solo Musical: Madison Sanders Duet Musical: Madison Sanders & Story Truss Monologue: Luis Ramirez EXCELLENT Duet Musical: Olivia Oropesa & Juliana Lonotta Duet Musical: Eva Kennicott & Jocelyn Kippes Duet Musical: Chelsea Matthews & Reese Mathis ...