Upper School Tag

Westminster Academy is excited to celebrate outstanding student achievement in the fine arts. Felipe Rubio was selected as one of only six students selected for the prestigious Broward County All-County Band, chosen from 30 auditioning students across the county. His selection reflects exceptional musicianship, dedication, and hard work. WA was also well represented at the Broward County All-County Orchestra, the culminating concert showcasing some of Broward’s most accomplished young musicians. Students are selected through teacher recommendation (Bronze) and competitive auditions (Silver and Gold), with limited spots available across public and private schools. This year, 12 Westminster Academy students participated—our largest group ever. Bronze:...

Our eighth-grade students recently returned from an unforgettable trip to Washington, D.C.—a cherished Westminster Academy tradition that brings history to life while deepening their understanding of our nation’s foundations and Christian heritage. Led by Civics teacher Mr. Williams, students explored many of our nation’s most significant landmarks, including the White House, the U.S. Capitol, the Supreme Court, and the Library of Congress. They also visited iconic memorials such as the Lincoln, WWII, Vietnam, Korean War, MLK, and Jefferson Memorials. The group toured the Museum of the Bible, the National Archives, and the Holocaust Museum, reflecting on the role of faith and history...

This year marked an exciting milestone as WA students participated in the Scholastic Art & Writing Awards for the first time, the nation’s longest-running and most prestigious recognition program for creative teens, founded in 1923. Artwork is judged at the regional level, with top entries advancing to national consideration. Congratulations to Kathryn Rose Wright (11th), who earned a Silver Key for her charcoal drawing “Kyle,” and Margaux De Sousa (11th), who received an Honorable Mention for her pen and ink piece “Strange Eyeball.” Their creativity, dedication, and artistic achievement are a wonderful reflection of the talent within our Fine Arts program....

Our WA Jr. Thespians had an outstanding weekend at the States Competition in Orlando, earning 9 Excellent and 3 Superior ratings in performance and technical events. Superior Honors: Isabella Martinez – Monologue from Funny Girl Mila Blackmon – Costume Design (Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Musical) Akaila Bhola – Publicity/Marketing Design (Mean Girls: High School Edition) Students also received Excellent ratings across solos, duets, small-group acting, large-group musical numbers from Anastasia: Teen Edition, and multiple technical categories. In addition to competing, students attended a master class with Broadway’s Patti Murin, enjoyed fellowship together, and grew both artistically and spiritually. We are so...

New World Symphony TripOur sixth–eighth-grade Band & Orchestra students had an inspiring day at the New World Center for the Arts in Miami Beach, where they attended a performance by the New World Symphony. This interactive visit deepened their musical appreciation and offered new challenges in their musical growth. Orlando Performance & Universal TripSeventh and eighth-grade students traveled to Orlando to perform at a senior living community, sharing the joy of music and making a meaningful impact. They capped the trip with a fun day at Universal Studios, blending service, performance, and fellowship. Congratulations to all our talented musicians for their dedication...