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 Dear WA Community,
I am still smiling from this year's Madrigal Dinner-it was a remarkable show. The food, fellowship and performance was magnificent. I laughed during many scenes and I was moved by the Gospel message and the exceptional performances-I wanted more. I always enjoy watching our student-performers share their gifts for God's glory. It was fun watching our students have so much fun. We are truly blessed by our student-artists and performers as well as our fine arts professionals.
Many thanks to our countless volunteers and of course, our extraordinary fine arts team. I cannot thank them enough for how the Madrigal Dinner represented God and WA in a breathtaking way.
The comments throughout the evening said it all:
"It was amazing"
"Super-creative"
"The script was brilliant"
"Mrs. Wilson and Mrs. Groves are incredibly talented"
"Very important educational experience for all students involved"
"The students were mesmerizing."
Well done and kudos to our fine arts and facilities teams. We are very thankful for you and blessed by your Kingdom work.
May God continue to use the Madrigal Dinner as well as our other Christmas programs to share the Good News of Great Joy for His glory.
Blessings to you and your family in the Name of Jesus Christ,  Leo Orsino Headmaster orsinol@wacad.edu |
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First Quarter
Accelerated Reader Winners Congratulations to our top three sixth-grade Accelerated Reader winners for the first quarter: 1. Joshua DeAngulo
2. Trace Reynolds
3. Jessica Nava
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Bright and Smart Engineering Skills for Students
The lower school students in grades 2-5 will have an in-house field trip to introduce our students to logical and creative thinking, problem solving with computer programming, and robotics. This exciting introduction will begin in the classroom and prayerfully move into an after-school program.
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Congratulations to the Yearbook Team!
Congratulations to the 2011 Optime Team and to our yearbook advisor, Ms. Neal, for being awarded "Gold Medalist" honors by the Columbia Scholastic Press Association for their book (Re)defined.
We praise God that all that He is doing in the lives of our students and school community was so beautifully displayed throughout the pages of the 2011 yearbook.
2011 Optime Team: Christina Medina and Jillian Sherman (co-editors), Ashton Anderson, Emily Bishop, Maggie Botkin, Hannah Chung, Melinda Faulk, Catherine Guardabassi, Caroline Israels, Briana Jacobson, Katie Kreizenger, Tyler Kruszynski, Darcy Maher, Kelly Oakes, Laura Peed, Annelise Powell, Amy Scism, Shelby Shuford, Georgia Smith, Alyssa Stevenson, Christy Woodburn
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WA Parent Symposiums
At Westminster Academy, we are pleased to offer our parents special Parent Symposiums to inform our school community on a variety of topics. Since the 2011-2012 school year, two Parent Symposiums have been held, one on the theology that WA is built upon, and one on conflict resolution. Westminster Academy's Theological Foundation
On Monday, September 19, an informative symposium was held about the biblical and theological worldview of Westminster Academy. Together we learned the doctrinal beliefs that our students are taught in Bible class and throughout our curriculum. Guests enjoyed our panel of faculty and staff, including Dr. Orsino and Mr. Critch, as well as upper school Bible faculty. Conflict Resolution
On Tuesday, November 15, an informative symposium was held with Tony Bartoli. Tony was born with Cerebral Palsy and learned to overcome physical and mental challenges. He shared with parents his personal testimony and message that is especially relevant to today's "bully-culture" found in most schools today. Tony also shared his message in a special chapel with our students on November 16. You may hear Tony's "Homeroom" radio interview that aired on GraceFM 90.3 FM by clicking here.
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Annual Auction 2012 
We are thrilled to host our annual dinner auction, which will be held on February 4, 2012, at Hugh's Culinary Center. This is an exciting evening of food and fellowship, as together we raise funds to further God's ministry and to show that we are "Wild about WA!" The funds raised at this event will provide our school community with expanded technology and enhanced capital improvements. If you would like to donate an item(s) to be used for the auction, please click here, fill out and mail the acquisition form or email Wanda Alday at walday@elementfunding.com by Friday, January 20. Restaurant gift certificates, use of vacation homes, sports memorabilia etc., all make great auction items. We will be happy to pick up any items that you are donating. Please feel free to call if you need assistance or have any questions.
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Author Joe Townsend
Visits WA
 Joe Townsend, a pilot from Delray Beach and author of the book "Soul Survivor," lost his wife and children in a 1996 plane crash and found that only a relationship with God can lift his wings through the challenges of life. Joe shared his uplifting story at WA chapel on December 7 to our high school students. Autographed copies of "Soul Survivor" are in both the lower and upper school media centers for a discounted price of $10 a copy. Please click here to hear Joe's interview with Laura Bishop on "Homeroom." |
Love Bags Outreach Program 
The Lower School Student Council has begun collecting supplies for "Love Bags." These bags are given to the homeless through the Outreach Program at Coral Ridge Presbyterian Church. The Lower School will assemble the bags and attach a note to each bag.
The bags will be given to the church and passed out before Christmas.
Each "Love Bag" will contain the following items:
1-Pair NEW white socks (adult size)
1-Package crackers
1-Pop tab tuna or Vienna sausage
1-Granola bar
1-Fruit cup with a plastic spoon
1-Bottle of water
1-Toothbrush
1-Small tube of toothpaste
1-Small bar of soap
1-Small shampoo
1-One disposable razor
Bags may be dropped off at the lower school office. The deadline is December 15, and any of the supplies that you send in will be greatly appreciated.
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WA Photos Available
Current sports and fine arts photos are available for viewing and purchasing on
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Soul Surfer Author on "Homeroom"  Bethany Hamilton lost her arm in the fall of 2003 to a shark attack, and to many it seemed that the career of one of the country's top amateur surfers was over. But just ten weeks later, she returned to competition in her native Hawaii, vowing never to give up the sport she loves.
Bethany has already lived more than a lifetime's worth of triumph and tragedy. Bethany's mom, Cheri Hamilton, shares with Laura Bishop how the family relied on their faith in God to embrace changes that would undo most people.
"Homeroom" can be heard every Thursday evening from 9-10 PM on GRACE FM 90.3 FM or on www.gracefmradio.com.
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Exam Schedule
Please click here to view the upper school exam schedule.
David King Selected to Perform in Broward Honor Band!
David King (tenor saxophone) was selected to perform with the Broward County Music Associations Honor Band. David was one of over one thousand high school and middle school students who auditioned last week for a spot in the All County Honor Band. David will be performing with one hundred of the best student-musicians in Broward County in January.
EXPLORE Test
WA has been approved by ACT as a Duke TIPS Elementary Student Talent Search test site for the EXPLORE test. We will be offering this test on February 18, 2012.
To register for the February EXPLORE test date, please visit the Duke TIP website at www.apply.tip.duke.edu. Deadline for on-time registration is December 19.
No School Friday February 24
All faculty and staff will be attending the CRPC Liberate Conference.
The Student Directory is Available Online!
The Student Directory can be found on RenWeb, under "School Information," please click on "Directory."
Every time you use your Target Visa or Target Guest CardŽ at a Target store or at www.target.com, Target will donate to WA. Please see details at target.com. |
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