14 Nov A Word from Dr. Satterly—November 14, 2024
I’ve always liked the game show Family Feud. Hopefully, that affinity is not due to some Hatfield and McCoy Kentucky heritage thing...
Lower School
13 Nov PK4 Veterans Day Red, White & Blue Parade
For 36 years, Westminster Academy’s PK4 students have proudly participated in the beloved Red, White, and Blue Bike Parade in honor of Veterans Day. This longstanding tradition allows our youngest students to celebrate the day in a meaningful way, decorating their bikes with patriotic stars, stripes, and American flags before riding through the Lower School hallways and gym. This year, we were honored to have two parade Grand Marshals: our favorite Lion, Westy, and our Veterans Day Chapel speaker, WA alumnus David Carter ’14, now serving as the PCA Army Chaplain with the 2nd Battalion, 87th Infantry Regiment at Fort Drum,...
13 Nov WA Honors Veterans With Special Chapel
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 Last Chance To Register For The Sporting Clay Tournament!
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 Dr. Joel Satterly Earns CESA Head of School Certification
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,...