Community
"Wings Over Homestead" 2009 Air Show
The "Wings Over Homestead" 2009 Air Show has a connection at Westminster! Jake Binger, one of our 5th grade students, is the son of Brigadier General William "Blaze" Binger, the commander of Homestead Air Reserve Base and the host of
the air show. It's the first air show at the Homestead base since Hurricane Andrew. Plan to check out this amazing weekend event!
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Westminster Students Join in Prayer
Westminster students on each campus joined the national "See You at the Pole" (SYATP) day of prayer on September 17. Started in Texas in the early 90's, SYATP is an annual event that draws millions of students worldwide with the common purpose of prayer.
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We Appreciate Our Donors
Thank you to the many donors to the Capital Campaign whose gifts made the Student Activities Center a reality. Donors were recently invited to attend a reception in their honor, and were given a sneak peek at a Donor Wall that will be installed near the entrance of the building.
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We are Westminster Christian School!
We are Westminster Christian School, working together to provide an excellent education for our children. From preschool through 12th grade, Westminster starts students off in the right direction, guiding them while they grow and learn, and preparing them for the challenges ahead. This is only possible through the support we receive from Westminster families and friends through the Annual Fund.
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Wanted: Donated Used Truck
The WCS Maintenance Staff is in need of a used pick-up truck. Their trusty pick-up finally succumbed to its age and battered condition. If you have a used pick-up truck that you would like to donate, and receive a tax-deduction, please contact George Johnson at (305) 233-4018.
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High School
Homecoming 2009
Homecoming planning begins months in advance to prepare the current student body for all of the fun activities, as well as to prepare the campus for hundreds of past alumni returning to their Warrior stomping grounds. Homecoming Week activities begin on Mon., Nov. 2, and culminates with the Homecoming Game, and Dinner & Dance on Sat., Nov. 7.
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HS Students Share their Knowledge with the Fourth Grade
Mrs. Adams' HS World History students delivered first-person narratives about the life of a hunter/gatherer from a Florida Indian tribe with Ms. Santacoloma and Ms. Koger's fourth grade classes. The fourth grade is in the midst of their "Florida" unit.
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Debate Team is Making Strides
The Debate season is just beginning and Westminster students have already made a strong showing this past weekend at the Flying L Debate Tournament in Ft. Lauderdale.
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HS Celebrates Red Ribbon Week
Red Ribbon week is designed to raise student awareness concerning the dangers of drugs and alcohol. This year, Red Ribbon Week is October 17-23, and Westminster is excited to bring guest speaker Mrs. Witty to our school. Mrs. Witty will share the story of her daughter, Helen Witty, and how she was tragically killed at the age of 16 by an 18 year old drunk driver. The perils and temptations of alcohol are certainly evident throughout our community, and Westminster is thankful to Mrs. Witty and her willingness to share her daughter's story, in an effort to educate our students.
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Middle School
Sixth Grade Bible Class Takes on Bullying
Experts indicate that taunting, teasing, and playground fights are the first steps toward violence. The sixth grade Bible classes are taking a proactive approach to resolving these real life issues by acknowledging these first steps and by putting a stop to them. Students learn coping strategies and resolutions to such behaviors through role playing verbal harassment, gossiping, exclusion, and unwanted physical contact.
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Girls' Prayer & Share Hosts "Night of Joy 2"
The MS Girls' Prayer & Share Group is hosting "Night of Joy 2," a time of fellowship, food and fun for all sixth, seventh, and eighth grade girls on Thurs., Oct. 15, from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. (Fri., Oct. 16 is a Professional Day/No School).
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Elementary
First Grade is Sweet!
Mrs. Abbey's first grade class found a "sweet" way to practice their math and measuring skills. All of the students brought a bag of Twizzlers to school, and they estimated how many sticks it would take to reach Principal Thompson's office.
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Kindergarten Student Takes the Lead in BMX Racing
Congratulations to Kindergarten student, Calvin Frette, who is a budding BMX racing star. On Sept. 19 & 20, he participated in a BMX competition in St. Cloud, FL, where he took the top spot in three of the races.
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ES Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month
The Elementary School students have been hard at work preparing for the upcoming Hispanic Heritage Festival on Fri., Oct. 30. They have been learning all about Hispanic countries and their different cultures. They have produced a variety of beautiful works to show off their new knowledge of Hispanic Heritage.
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Apple Pies, Yum!
Johnny Appleseed visited the Kindergarten classrooms and students made yummy apple pies to take home and share with their families. Students learned to core and peel apples, and how much fun it is to bake with our friends and family!
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Elementary Playground Set for Grand Opening!
The Grand Opening of the new Elementary playground is right around the corner! Please set aside time to celebrate the opening of the new playground on Wed., Oct. 14 at 2:15 p.m., right before ES pick-up.
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Clifford the Big Red Dog Visits the Preschool
In a blur of red, "Clifford, the Big Red Dog" arrived on the Elementary campus on Thurs., Oct. 1. The preschool spent a wonderful time with Clifford as he told stories and read books to the children.
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ES Students Create "God's Eye" with Yarn
The yarn is rolling out of the Elementary Art Classes as students learn to make "God's eyes." After a history lesson from Mrs. Heetderks about how Indians created these works of art, students have been busy creating their own designs.
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Fine Arts
HS Theatre Department Presents "Teach Me How to Cry"
The High School Theatre Department is presenting Patricia Joudry's "Teach Me How to Cry" on Thurs. and Fri., Oct. 22 and Oct. 23 at 7:30 p.m. in the Guarch Family Auditorium. This sensitive, teen drama follows the relationship of two socially awkward High School students whose innocence is misinterpreted, and who are judged by the failings of their parents.
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Athletics
News from Girls' Volleyball by Coach Julie Doan
Both JV and Varsity Volleyball won tournaments last weekend (9/25-26).
Varsity participated in the Ransom Everglades Tournament and defeated the following teams to bring home the gold: Archbishop Carroll, Braddock HS, University School, Palmetto HS, and Chaminde-Madonna. Deanna Etzold was selected to the "All-Tournament" Team and Meghan Kenney received Tournament MVP.
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