School News

16 Jan

Posted at 12:34h in School News

Get ready for an exciting week of school spirit as we celebrate Winter Court! Students will enjoy dress-up days, creative hallway decorations, the Winter Court representatives’ presentation in the Upper School chapel, and a spirited pep rally on Friday. The week culminates with the Winter Court Men’s Varsity Basketball game at 7:00 p.m. on Friday, January 31, as we take on Somerset Key. Calling all alumni! Immediately following the game, our WA Alumni will take on the faculty for our annual co-ed basketball game. Winners get bragging rights and the Lion Knockout Trophy for a year. All alumni are invited to...

16 Jan

Posted at 12:30h in Arts, School News

Join us for the second annual Westminster Academy Thespian Showcase Night on Friday, January 24, at 7:00 p.m. in the DeVos Chapel! Enjoy an unforgettable evening of drama, desserts, and outstanding performances as our talented theater students present their work before heading to state competitions in Tampa and Orlando later this year. The showcase will feature pieces from Sister Act, Annie, Cinderella, Camelot, Oklahoma, Little Women, A Midsummer Night’s Dream, and so much more! The event will take place in a cozy coffeehouse setting, with delicious coffee and treats generously provided by Pinho’s Bakery. We will also take time for a special...

16 Jan

Posted at 12:26h in Athletics, School News

WA Athletics continues to shine with energy and enthusiasm! Over the Christmas break, our Lions showcased their talents and competitive spirit, excelling across multiple sports and tournaments. Men’s Basketball Our Men’s team competed in the prestigious City of Palms Tournament in Fort Myers and the King Cotton Classic in Arkansas. Over the break, Alex Lloyd hit an incredible milestone, scoring his 2,000th career point—congratulations, Alex! Ladies’ Basketball The Lady Lions played at the Cherokee Invitational in North Carolina and the Tampa Bay Christmas Invitational, facing high-level teams nationwide. These tough matchups provided valuable preparation for the postseason ahead. Competitive Cheer Team Our Competitive Cheer team competed...

16 Jan

Posted at 12:19h in School News

Thank you to our WA community for your generosity! Since the beginning of our fiscal year on July 1, we have received over $355,000 towards our Annual Fund goal of $925,000. Combined with designated donations, total giving exceeds $1.2 million. The Westminster Academy Annual Fund serves to invest in people, strengthen programs, and enhance places on our campuses. Click here to view videos demonstrating your gift's impact on our WA family. Every gift to Westminster Academy has an exponential impact. You are investing in Christ-centered education, shaping the hearts and minds of students who will be tomorrow’s leaders. Over 4,000 alumni...

16 Jan

Posted at 11:29h in School News

Twelfth-grade Bible students recently completed their first semester of the Dual Enrollment Bible class, Life Calling. Throughout the semester, they were trained to share their Christian faith through Evangelism Explosion and actively participated in three impactful outreach events: Feed the Block in partnership with Coral Ridge Presbyterian Church A Thanksgiving outreach at Northeast High School Collaborating with Homes United Their involvement in the Thanksgiving outreach was featured in the December 2024 issue of Good News South Florida, highlighting their dedication to living out their faith. This effort beautifully reflects a key characteristic of the WA Portrait of a Graduate: being a...