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Author: Blake Matthews

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...

21 Dec

Posted at 11:04h in Arts

As we finish the first semester, we have much to be thankful for. And, as we look to the second semester, we have a lot to look forward to. Be sure to mark your calendars and save the dates: January 23—Festival of the Arts January 26—Thespian Showcase Night February 3—Winter Court March 22—Passport To Paris Dinner Auction April 9—Spring Choir Concert and Art Show April 19–21—Spring Musical Mary Poppins April 23—Spring Band & Orchestra Concert May 23—Baccalaureate May 24—Commencement We look forward to seeing you at these events!...

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 ...

16 Nov

Posted at 15:32h in Headmaster Messages

​​Dear WA Community,  In much of our nation, November brings fall. In South Florida, November brings snowbirds. Technically, we have fall too, but instead of colorful leaves, we mark the end of hurricane season. Regardless of location, November contains my favorite holiday—Thanksgiving! I appreciate Thanksgiving because it is a low-pressure holiday. One doesn’t have to purchase the perfect gift, listen to carols, and argue about the best Christmas movie. Instead, Thanksgiving is a time to enjoy the company of family and friends. It provides an opportunity to eat too much, take a nap, and catch some football. With few expectations, this...

12 Oct

Posted at 13:32h in Headmaster Messages

​​Dear WA Community,  Our family has been afforded the opportunity to live in various parts of the county. While we have enjoyed each stop, every location requires adjustment. For example, one doesn’t need to order grits with breakfast or specify what kind of iced tea in Rock Hill, South Carolina. Both are assumed. In Chicago, pizza generally comes one way—as a pie, not thin. One thing we appreciated about Lexington, Kentucky, our hometown, was that the year has all four seasons—fall, winter, spring, and summer. South Florida, on the other hand, has only two—tourist and hurricane. Perhaps seasons are on my mind...