Westminster Academy® AYearinReview 2009–2010

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Westminster Academy®
AYear in Review
2009–2010
Dear Westminster Academy®
Community,
P
lease join us as we praise God for His provisions
and His people. This year’s PawPrint, like years past,
is a celebration of God’s love and work at
Westminster Academy®. God’s glory and His
providential blessings are reflected throughout the
pages of this journal.
What a special privilege we enjoy to be placed by
God in a school community that celebrates the
Good News of great joy every day. From our students
and their families to our employees and volunteers,
God has gathered His people to learn and grow
together in the oneness of Jesus Christ for His glory.
As we prepare to celebrate 40 years of school
ministry, God has used WA in a mighty way to
impact lives for Jesus Christ and God’s Truth. It is
God’s amazing love, grace and mercy through the
finished work of Jesus Christ that continues to
inspire our devotion to Him and our dedication to
L
E
Blessings to you and your family in Jesus Christ,
R
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Your love and
devotion for
Christ, God’s
work, the school ministry and His children at
Westminster Academy® is greatly appreciated. Thank you
for your prayers, volunteerism, donations and Kingdom
work during the 2009-2010 school year.
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excellence. This
prayerful passion
for God’s divine
purpose is
captured
throughout this
year’s PawPrint.
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DEVOTED TO CHRIST
DEDICATED TO EXCELLENCE
Headmaster
Dr. Leo Orsino
Director of Development/
Laura Brash ’87 Bishop
Communications and Editor
Contributing Writers
Graphics/Layout
Patti Kranz ’11
Holly Carroll, CarrollGraphics
Photographers
Carol Neal
Dave Summerill
The PawPrint is published by the Development/
Communications Department of Westminster
Academy® to communicate school news and activities
to parents, alumni, friends and interested parties.
E-mail submissions may be sent to
bishopl@wacad.edu.
www.wacad.edu
Westminster Academy® is a Christ-centered, biblically-based
college preparatory school dedicated to equipping covenant
students to excel by using their gifts and talents for God’s glory.
Westminster Academy® Accreditations and Affiliations:
• Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (AdvancED)
• Florida Council of Independent Schools (FCIS)
• Florida Kindergarten Council (FKC)
• Christian Schools of Florida (CSF)
• National Council for Private School Accreditation (NCPSA)
Westminster Academy® does not discriminate on the basis of race,
color, national origin, ethnicity, disability, or gender in the
administration of its educational policies, admission policies,
financial assistance, athletics, or any other school-administered
program, unless a particular status protected by federal, state or
local laws contradicts the deeply held religious convictions of the
School or Coral Ridge Presbyterian Church.
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WA News
“Alive in Christ”
S
tudents, one by one, a trickle begins, then
suddenly a rush. The closer the minute hand
ticks towards eight o’clock, the steady deluge
floods through the double glass doors. A quick
look to the clock tells a student how many
seconds he or she has to sprint to class. A student,
no matter how close the time, cannot help but
read the letters painted on the wall, “But because
of His great love for us, God, who is rich in mercy,
made us alive with Christ.” Alive with Christ.
Something clicks. On his wrist is placed a rubber
bracelet, a reminder. The message is the same:
Alive with Christ.
Dr. Orsino uses these physical objects as symbols
to remind us about God’s never-ending blessings.
These reminders are important, but it is the heart
that matters. “You can talk the talk, but not walk
the walk,” Dr. Orsino stated. The phrase “Alive in
Christ” means two things to Dr.
Orsino. Salvation means being
alive in Christ. The blessings
are countless when we are
alive. God pours them out
over us, daily, showering us
with his mercy, grace and
forgiveness. Philippians 4:6
reminds us not to be anxious about
anything and to present our requests to
God. The greatest benefit about being alive
in Christ is that nothing can separate us
from that. Romans 8:28 says: “Nothing
can separate God’s children from His
love.”
Dr. Orsino plans to place Bible verses
around the school that are age
appropriate to each hallway. Mrs.
Megan Wackes ’00 Wells has painted
many of the verses on the walls. Many
positive changes are in Westminster’s
future because of Dr. Orsino. His
authentic care towards students reflects
his message of being alive in Christ.
“It is my hope and prayer that God
would use the Bible verses to encourage
students, to remind them of God’s love, grace
and truth.” —Dr. Orsino
The Lou Church Educational
Foundation Supports Westminster
A very special thank you goes to the Lou Church Educational
Foundation for their very generous support of Westminster Academy®.
The foundation graciously has provided the funding needed to
construct the multi-purpose rooms currently used for our ACE
(Academy of Classical Education) program and for fine art activities.
WA parent and president of the Lou Church Educational Foundation,
Dr. Robert Helmholdt, said, “Lou Church was a dear friend of mine who
loved children and had a profound appreciation for private education. I’m
sure that he’d be pleased to know that his foundation is helping to further
education at a great school like Westminster Academy®.” Director of
Development/Communications Laura Brash ’87 Bishop said, “We are
pleased to officially dedicate the multi-purpose room in honor of the Lou
Church Educational Foundation. A great deal of learning and growth will
take place in this beautiful space, and for that we are truly grateful.”
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WA News
Costa Rica Mission Trip
S
enorita Stefanie Campos, Spanish teacher at
Westminster Academy®, along with seventeen of
her students, had the amazing opportunity of
traveling to Costa Rica from February 12 to 17,
2010. She was so excited to be able to introduce
some of her students to her natural heritage and
culture, and take their knowledge of their
language class to the next level.
Arriving midday on Thursday, the students
stayed at the “Casa de Franco,” much like a bed
and breakfast hotel, with a wonderful cook who
prepared all of their food. One of the main
reasons for the trip was to participate in a
mission project called, “Abraham’s Project.”
Abraham’s Project is a run-down orphanage,
which houses many Costa Rican children who
do not have any family. The students did
construction work for more than five hours each
day. One of their main accomplishments was
being able to tear down a flimsy fence and put
up a more stable, concrete one, which offers
more protection for the children living there. “It
was such hard work, but knowing that we were doing
it to help others gave me such a good feeling and
motivated me to continue,” said Austin Guerra ’12.
In the evening, the students were able to bond
with the youth group there. They gathered
around a bonfire and shared a devotional with
the Costa Rican people. The Westminster group
also hosted a Valentine’s Day party, where the
students from both countries were able to
interact and get to know each other.
Another memorable event was the Sunday
church service. Senorita Campos had prepared
Kyle Sawyer ’10, Aaron Green ’10, and several of
the girls to perform some worship songs in
Spanish for the congregation. “The people there
were very touched by their talent
and impressed by their authentic
pronunciation,” said Campos.
The main goal of this trip was
to be able to get the students
involved with the Costa Rican
culture and language while
serving a Spanish country.
“Getting the opportunity to
actually go to a Spanish-speaking
country gave me a much better
idea of the true culture. I loved
spending time with the children
and Senorita Campos,” said Jake
Jacobson ’10.
“It was such
hard work, but
knowing that we
were doing it to
help others gave
me such a good
feeling and
motivated me to
continue.”
—Austin Guerra ’12
Collin Barbour ’10 was deeply touched by the
reality of the trip. In addition to going on the
Costa Rica trip with Westminster, he went again
during the summer for one month. “Going to Costa
Rica had such a positive impact on my life...it felt so
good to have the privilege to serve and help other people
in need. I can’t wait to return next year,” said Barbour.
For Senorita Campos, the trip was amazing. “It was
so wonderful to be able to have both of my worlds
combined together; having my family and friends from
Costa Rica mixed with my students from Westminster
was such a blessing for me,” shared Campos. The
Westminster team had a great impact on the
children they served as well as the Abraham
Project. It was a great ministry for all who were
involved.
Senorita Campos and her students are excited to
have the opportunity to go to Costa Rica again
this winter. Along with some of the returning
students from last year, many new students will be
given the opportunity to go this year.
3, 2,1,
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WA News
The Extreme
Math Race
“
race!” was the
countdown to begin
the annual math
competition
sponsored by the high school math department. Students gathered
during their lunch hour in pre-selected teams of four to begin
computing math equations as quickly as possible. The event started in
Miss Pinkston’s classroom, with a challenging problem that had most
everyone stumped. From there the teams headed to Mr. Baker’s room for
more problem solving. Teams that showed a correct answer to the
teacher were allowed to run to the next station. Teams with incorrect
answers were penalized for three minutes before being able to present
another answer and hopefully move on. The same format continued
through Mrs. DeYoung’s and Mr. Buit’s rooms, and finished back in
Miss Pinkston’s room.
The final problem was to unscramble numbers to find the classroom
that Upper School Principal LeRoy Schwab was hiding in. “The adrenalin
rush of trying to solve problems and run to the next room as fast as you could
was so exciting. Though I was not expecting to win, I was definitely looking
forward to the competitive challenge which is so much fun,” said junior Julia
Appleby. “I couldn’t believe how fast we made it back to the final problem. It
was so exciting to run into room 217 and find Mr. Schwab at the finish line!”
said sophomore Drew Offerdahl.
The incentive of extra credit in math class drew many students to enter
the competition. In the end it was decided that two teams from the
11th and 12th grade race had tied for 1st place: the team of Julia
Appleby, Drew Offerdahl, Patti Kranz and Ali Battista, as well as the
team of Joey D’Onofrio, Anthony Harel-Canada, Andrea Fant and
Joshua Longerbeam. First place winners from the 9th through
10th grades’ race were Trevor Garlinghouse, Trevor Kopas, Elisabeth
Hunter, and Carolyn Kamm. Running to the finish for 2nd place were
Patrick Weber, Paul Kepinski, Christine Husar, and Cody Estebe.
Elisabeth Hunter, one of the foursome from an accelerated 8th grade
math class, said, “It was so unexpected that we won over upper-level students,
but very exciting! This was a great event that I will look forward to next year.”
The extreme math race draws more participants each year, not only for
the extra math credit, but because it is so much fun. It is definitely a
highly anticipated annual event that “adds up” to a great time while
testing math skills.
“MathFax is a puzzling challenge that makes
us want to do more math!”
—Joshua Longerbeam ’10
Winners of the Freshman/Sophomore Extreme Math Race
Winners of the Junior/Senior Extreme Math Race
The winners for 2009-2010
are as follows:
Algebra I
1st
2nd
3rd
Matthew Allison—Grade 8
Amanda Baker—Grade 7
Luke Miseyko—Grade 7
Geometry
1st
2nd
3rd
Blake Kidwell—Grade 9
Trevor Garlinghouse—Grade 8
Caroline Kamm—Grade 8
Algebra II
1st
2nd
3rd
David King—Grade 9
Thomas Goodall—Grade 10
Connor DeYoung—Grade 10
Advanced Math
1st
Joshua Longerbeam—Grade 12
2nd* Andrea Fant—Grade 12
2nd* Anthony Harel-Canada—Grade 12
3rd
Alex Danielsen-Haces—Grade 10
*Tied
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WA News
Pinnacle Awards
Pinnacle award recipients are chosen by
administration and faculty based on the students’
character, attitude and actions. They must
demonstrate that they have attained the pinnacle—
exemplifying an elevated character and spirit.
Middle School Pinnacle Award
Winner: Elisabeth Hunter
Elisabeth is an exemplary student who excels in
all academic areas. She consistently performs as
an Academic Champion, Summa Cum Laude,
and demonstrates an active, positive presence in
the middle school community. Her Christian
character is evidenced by all that she does. She is
active in student government, is the president of
the JNHS, is a member of the chapel worship
team, plays on a travel soccer team, and is a leader
in her church’s youth activities. She displays the
fruit of the spirit in her relationship with each
peer, teacher and administrator. She always has a
smile and an encouraging, kind word for others.
We are pleased to honor such an outstanding
young lady at Westminster Academy®.
Lower School Pinnacle Award
Winner: Savannah Alday
High School Pinnacle Award
Winner: Patricia Burns
Trisha is an outstanding young lady who has
excelled in academics, sports, and in her
spiritual walk. Her self-admitted challenge is
trying to balance all of her various activities.
Trisha has been a recognized leader among her
peers, having served on Student Council for her
entire high school career, and currently as
president. She is a member of the National
Honor Society, carrying a 4.34 grade point
average. Trisha has earned over 500 hours of
Christian Service Outreach through a number of
activities, such as traveling on mission trips and
playing a variety of roles, including the role of
Mary, in the First Baptist of Fort Lauderdale
Christmas Pageant. Miss Burns has glorified God
by using her gifts and talents singing in the
school honor choir, performing in school
musicals, and leading weekly chapel services.
When asked what a young woman from
Westminster Academy® should look like, the
answer is, “Trisha Burns.”
Savannah is an exceptional young lady who
always has a smile on her face and a quick word
of encouragement. Savannah exhibits all of the
characteristics of a well-rounded student. She
excels academically while participating in various
extracurricular activities. Savannah is a straight A,
high honor roll student who is well respected by
her peers and teachers. Savannah has many
musical interests. She plays the viola as a member
of the WA Orchestra and plays the piano in which
she has performed in recitals, chapels, and at the
Galleria Mall. At six years old Savannah began
participating in the First Baptist of Fort Lauderdale
Christmas Pageant. In addition to her academics
and musical interests, Savannah enjoys a place on
the basketball team at WA, is a member of the WA
running club, and plays softball for her city
league. She also participates in Upward basketball,
soccer, and point ballet. While juggling a busy
schedule, this young lady still finds time to
contribute to her community through Wednesday
night groups at her church and as a T.O.T.
(Teacher of Tomorrow), where she volunteers her
time to help younger students. Savannah’s
contributions in the classroom on a daily basis
exemplify a strong Christian character.
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WA News
2010 Advanced
Placement Scholar
Scores from Spring 2010Testing
AP Scholar with Distinction:
Granted to students who receive an average score
of at least 3.5 on all AP exams taken, and scores
of 3 or higher on five or more of these exams
Manuel Fernandez
Alice Sykes
Jennifer Walsh
Robotics Team
AP Scholar with Honor:
Competes at Nationals in Atlanta
Granted to students who receive an average score
of at least 3.25 on all AP exams taken, and scores
of 3 or higher on four or more of these exams
The WA robotics team, FIRST Team 744—Shark Attack, competed in the FIRST
National Championship in Atlanta, Georgia.
The team was 7-2-1 in seeding matches, finishing in 9th place among 86 teams
in the Galileo Division. Shark Attack finished among the top 36 teams in the
world. After the ninth-seeding match, the team was ranked third in the Galileo
division, which was a team record.
Andrea Fant
Bethany Lanciault
Jessica Nederlanden
Alexandra Offerdahl
Javier Peña
Jeffrey Pitcairn
The national competition team consisted of:
AP Scholar:
Jennifer Climenhage
Lauren Cooley
Alex Danielsen-Haces
Thomas DiBucci
Andrea Fant
Garrett Fengler
David Ford
Alex Fulton
Travis Holifield
Andrew Kuykendall
Douglas Martinez
Jeffrey Pitcairn
Dillon Saboda
Josh Slocumb
Ben Spangler
Matthew Stolley
Daniel Wareham
A special thank you goes to:
Kent Stolley
Gregg Coningsby ’81
Judi Linger
Ralph Osborn
Jeffe Slocumb
Terry Spangler
Gerald & Candi
Kuykendall
Nat Pitcairn
Advisor
Lead Engineer, APEX Machine Company
Industrial Programmer, Retired, IBM
Mechanical/Electrical Technician, Retired, APEX
Machine Company
Survey Specialist/Parent
Mechanical/Electrical Technician/Parent
Parents
Parent
Granted to students who receive scores of
3 or higher on three or more AP exams
Julia Appleby
Alexander Boe
Susanna Botkin
Alexander Danielsen-Haces
Kareen Episkoposyan
Jacylyn Fortier
Anthony Harel-Canada
Patricia Kranz
Cecily Kritz
Stefanie LaMay
Joshua Longerbeam
David Luzinski
Calvin Rhoden
Kendall Stempel
William Storrs
Zachary Vinson
Broward County Literary Fair
Congratulations to Jaclyn Fortier for taking second place in the
Broward County Literary Fair in the Parody category for her “To
Latte or Not to Latte” based on Hamlet’s “To Be or Not to Be”
soliloquy and the Satiric Cartoon category with her cartoon placing
a McDonalds in the middle of an African area like the Serengeti.
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WA News
Integration of Scripture
in Our Studies
M
National
Day of
Prayer
On the morning of May 6, 2010,
the Westminster Academy® middle
school assembled together along
with many other men and women of
this country to unite in the National
Day of Prayer.
“Where two
or more are
gathered in
my name
I (God)
will be
with them.”
WA students united in
a wholesome breakfast
as a student body. It
was a great bonding
time between the
students and their
groups. Then, as the
students cleaned the
tables and began to
Matthew 18:20 start praying, they
entered into a few
songs of worship lead by Zach
Ferraguti (percussion), Jessica
Madhuker (vocal), Steven LaMay
(acoustic guitar and vocal), and Paul
Mortilla (piano).
After singing, Malcolm Devers
announced the first topic of prayer,
the government. He gave an
inspiring speech on how this
country’s founding principles are
being challenged. Paul Mortilla led
the student body in prayer for the
church, followed by Jessica
Madhukar leading in prayer for the
school and singing the “Revelation
Song.” Prayers continued for earthly
disasters, friends, and families, with
Alex Pagliaro closing the gathering in
prayer.
atthew 28:19 instructs Christians
to “Make disciples of all nations,
baptizing them in the name of the Father,
of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.” This is
Westminster Academy®’s goal for each
student—to leave this school prepared
to share God’s Word with everyone.
Whether it is a senior who will be
headed to college or a preschool student
playing with neighbors and friends,
Westminster’s goal is to equip each
student with the proper knowledge to
defend the Christian faith.
“I do not want students to feel like they are
listening to another Sunday school lesson,
but rather to integrate God’s truths in all
classes. Each student has a Bible class they
attend, but with this new program, students
will be able to see God’s glory in math,
science, history, and all classes,” said
Mr. Schwab.
Freshmen are taught apologetics—the
art of defending the Christian faith.
Students acquire the facts and
intelligence to share the Gospel to an
atheist, a Buddhist or a Muslim. Romans
1:19-21 states, “For what can be known
about God is evident to them, because God
made it evident to them. Ever since the
creation of the world, His invisible attributes
of eternal power and divinity
have been able to be understood and
perceived in what He has made. As a result,
they have no excuse; for although they knew
God they did not accord Him glory as God or
give Him thanks. Instead, they became vain
in their reasoning, and their senseless minds
were darkened.”
In WA’s apologetics class, students take
an analytical approach to dissecting
Christianity. Freshmen are educated on
“What and why do I believe?” The
intention is for secondary students to
understand faith, embrace it, live it out,
and finally to defend it.
Twenty-five propositional truths were
created this year. Math requires laws and
formulas, all of which God granted the
knowledge for man to create. Science
teachers share with students scientific
truth about creation. Genesis 1:1 tells us,
“God created the heavens and the earth. He
spoke and there was light, the ocean, and the
animals.” In history class, students study
written accounts about Jesus’ life, and see
the correlation between Bible verses and
historical evidence. Each class starts with
prayer and devotion, where students are
asked to bring their requests before God.
The goal is for students to absorb all they
can while they are at Westminster
Academy®, so they are prepared to
steadfastly hold on to what they are taught.
Each student has a Bible class they
attend, but with this new
program, students will
be able to see God’s
glory in math, science,
history, and all
classes.”
—LeRoy Schwab
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WA News
Congratulations WA Yearbook–Optime
For Earning Gold!
T
he Columbia Scholastic Press Association awarded the 2010 Optime with
the gold medalist award!
WA’s yearbook offers a unique opportunity to celebrate God’s love, grace and mercy
in action in our students and school community. This year’s accolade is called
“Unshaken.” It is truly a masterpiece that captures God’s glory and blessings at
Westminster Academy®. The yearbook is produced by WA students under the
remarkable leadership of Miss Carol Neal. Their devotion to Christ and dedication to
excellence is evident throughout the yearbook.
The 2009-2010 Optime staff
members were:
High School:
Maggie Botkin, Erica Briggs
(editor), Hanna Chung,
Amber Cochran,
Trey Edenfield, Melinda Faulk,
Catherine Guardabassi,
Caroline Israels, Paul Jang,
Katie Kreizinger, Darcy Maher,
Jessica Matthews, Christina
Medina, Kelly Oakes, Annelise
Poswell, Amy Scism, Jillian
Sherman, Georgia Smith and
Christy Woodburn
Middle School:
Ashton Anderson,
Emily Bishop,
Cassandra Borton,
Chris Bozeman,
Keeley Casey, Emmeline
Chopourian, Lindsey
Cianciarulo, Laura Peed,
Patrick Powell and
Brianna Simon
“To the Optime staff and advisor, congratulations on producing a
creative memory book that reflects top notch scholastic journalism as
well as providing a service to your school by recording the highlights of
the year for your entire school community. You have created the visual
and verbal memories of the year in a unique book that will be
treasured for years to come. The presentation of the book ties in
beautifully with your theme; your clean, simple designs are a visual
treat for the reader. The reporting aspects of the book are outstanding.
The 2010 Optime was a delight to read.”
—Columbia Scholastic Press Association
Class Projects
with Laptops
We are privileged at Westminster
Academy® to have Mrs. Betty Gage
teaching Classical English in both
ninth and tenth grades.
New in 2009–2010 was the
opportunity for the students to use
laptops provided by the technology
department to complete their
presentations. Mrs. Stephanie Kochis
was on hand to instruct on the
technology. Alex Danielsen-Haces, a
sophomore, said, “It was an exciting
change of pace to the typical class projects
that we are usually assigned.” The class
was instructed to make a slideshow
presentation using their laptops,
which included pictures and a
description of each level in “Inferno,”
a section in the Divine Comedy by
Dante.
Mrs. Vicki McKay’s fourth grade class
also had the opportunity to use
classroom laptops. The students were
instructed on computer basics as well
as how to play some educational
games. “Spelling City” was a game
that allowed the students to review
their own spelling words for the week
online, using different exercises to
study the words in an unusual way.
“It was really exciting to see my students
learning and growing academically in a
fun and happy environment. These
laptops are a blessing to us and we are
happy to have the opportunity to use
them,” said McKay.
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Veterans Day
Parade
Oreos with
Orsino
“Today’s letter of the day is ’O’,” Mrs. Elizabeth
Taylor instructed her kindergarten class. “Can we say
ostrich?” Mrs. Taylor asked, emphasizing the ’O’ sound. The entire class squirmed in
their seats as they had a competition with each other about who could make the
longest ’O’ sound. “Today is a very special day, kids,” Mrs. Taylor said. “Dr. Orsino is
going to come and eat Oreos with you!” The children responded with, “Oreos?” as they
looked at one another in bewilderment. “But it’s not even
lunch time!” a fellow classmate cried out. The back door
opened and in came Dr. Orsino, for it was time for
“Oreos with Orsino.”
V
eterans Day was celebrated in a grand
way by preschoolers at Westminster
Academy®. The annual “Red, White and
Blue Parade” hit the halls to the sound of
band music heard on overhead speakers
throughout the school. Students in Mrs.
Beard’s and Miss McQueen’s Pre-K 4
classes prepared this celebration to honor
our nation by dressing themselves in
patriotic attire as well as decorating their
bikes, scooters and wagons. Colorful
streamers, festive balloons and American
flags brightened the hallways as the
parade route made its way through the
lower school building and into the gym.
Lower school students emptied their
classrooms and lined the halls to cheer
and enjoy the parade as it passed by. Led
by Westminster’s mascot, Westy the Lion,
the parade is an annual celebration of
thanks for those who have served our
country. “I love being able to talk about and
explain the principles of our country with my
students. The parade is such a blast to lead
and I love being a part of it each year,” said
Mrs. Karen Wackes ’83 Beard. When asked
about her favorite part of the event, Anna
Moss, the parade leader, replied, “Westy
the Lion!” As patriotic music plays in the
background and American flags wave
high, the parade is a simple reminder to
all onlookers to be proud and grateful for
the country we live in, a land full of
opportunities and freedom!
“Hey, kids!” Dr. Orsino greeted each child with a
friendly pat on the back or tousle of the hair. As Dr.
Orsino made himself comfortable in a chair, each
student went to the front of the classroom and
shared with Dr. Orsino what they thought a day in
the life of a headmaster was like. Ideas varied from,
“he works in a big office” to “asking a child’s dad to
please do the crosswalk.” Accompanied with a
sentence of what Dr. Orsino does, the kindergarten
class dressed a picture of Dr. Orsino. In every
picture, Dr. Orsino’s infamous mustache was
included.
After a word of prayer with the class, Dr. Orsino
and Mrs. Taylor’s and Mrs. Tracey Woods’
kindergarten classes partook in a box of Oreos.
“Every time we review the letter “O”, I always have one student who
shouts out ’Oreos and Orsino!’ ” said Mrs. Taylor. “It was very thoughtful of him to take
time out of his day and eat Oreos with the kindergarten class.” Dr. Orsino’s love for the
school can be clearly displayed with his compassion he has for the kids as he
embodies the term “Alive in Christ.”
We Love Our Grandparents’ Day!
Grandparents and grandchildren enjoyed a favorite
event––Grandparents’ Day. Together grandparents
and their grandchildren enjoyed a special
breakfast, entertainment by WA students,
a video, and a special word from
Headmaster Leo Orsino.
WA lower school children then
had the opportunity to bring
their grandparents to their
class and enjoyed working
on a Thanksgiving project
together.
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WA News
My WA
Reflections
By Zack Ledbetter, 5th Grade
I can’t believe elementary school is
already over! I have had many
exciting experiences at WA. Ever since
I was five I have attended this
amazing school. These are just some
of my outstanding memories here.
Lower
School
Studies
Ancient
Greece &
Rome
L
ower school students enjoyed a special week of projects, a dress-up
day, and participating in ancient Olympic games during P.E. Why do
we study ancient historical units, such as Greece and Rome, from a
classical Christian perspective? God calls us to study and preserve
what He has done in the past, so that we can learn from His truths, in
order to apply them in our lives when we face similar circumstances. We
are then called to teach our children to do the same.
Please see below some points that our lower school students learned:
• There is only one true and sovereign God.
• Man creates his own idols when he does not fully rely on the one
true God.
• Sin is attractive, and sometimes exciting, as our enemy tries to
ensnare us away from our faith.
• Idols can be anything, from a favorite toy, a video game, a television
show, a sport, a friendship, or anything else that a child might
unintentionally put before God.
Fables can help young children recognize godly character traits in
animals. Fables are concrete writings that open the door to young
children’s understanding of deeper biblical truths.
The first thing I remember as I reflect
on my time here is the wonderful
staff. Every single person here is
positive and encouraging. Not only
my teachers, but Nurse Laura, Mr.
Wall, Cookie, and others are kind, too.
The staff here have helped me become
a better person. Their strong Christian
virtues have been an example for me
and other students, plus we have tons
of fun. The people here at WA are
truly great.
I have many wonderful friends here at
WA. My friends help me with
homework. My friends at WA have
also made me a better person and
have made my experience at WA
special.
One more reason I have enjoyed my
five years at WA is the field trips. It
has always been fascinating to learn
while having fun. In third grade my
class visited the Sun-Sentinel and
learned how newspapers were made.
In fourth grade we went to St.
Augustine on an overnight trip. I
learned about Florida’s history. Just
recently we visited Seacamp in Big
Pine Key. I learned about coral along
with many other fascinating facts
while having a blast. Field trips like
that are exciting and educational in so
many ways.
Although elementary school is over,
middle school is about to start. I will
remember my life in elementary
school as exciting and adventurous.
God has truly blessed me to bring me
to Westminster Academy®.
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Middle School
Mission Trip to NYC
S
ix middle school students had the privilege of putting their missions class
knowledge to use as they went on an urban mission trip to New York City,
April 13–16, 2010. Chris Bozeman, Veronica Fulton, Luke Miseyko, Caroline Nava, Alissa
Tatton and Anthony Serraneau, along with four chaperones, worked with the New York
School of Urban Ministry, which offered them a home base and provided many
opportunities to serve the homeless and less fortunate around the Manhattan area.
Having never worked with this ministry before, the team did not know what to expect.
Their faith was strengthened, as they had to completely rely on the Lord. They simply
went out in the name of Christ to offer love and hope to others in need. The trip
turned out to be so much more than was ever anticipated. God used their willing
hearts and multiplied their efforts far beyond what they could ever have imagined.
The group visited a nursing home where a simple
conversation with a lonely patient was true
ministry. The girls painted the women’s
fingernails, and one student helped a lady with an
errand to a nearby store. They served at two soup
kitchens, which involved not only preparing and
serving food but also sorting clothes to be handed
out. Each opportunity led to a program with
music, skits and a message from the team. Cory
Elliott, WA Latin teacher and chaperone, played
his guitar as the group sang praise and worship
songs. Westminster’s missions class teacher, Miss
Carol Neal, shared the Gospel through her
devotional messages. A young man prayed with
Miss Neal to receive Christ. She encouraged him to
share his decision with someone else to confirm it
in his heart.
This trip provided a great
opportunity to live out
Matthew 25:40, which
states, “I tell you the
truth, whatever you did
for one of the least of
these brothers of mine,
you did it for me.”
The evening spent feeding the homeless was the
most humbling as they watched men carrying
broken-down boxes, only to assemble them and
create their home for the night. They handed out
sandwiches, water, toiletries and blankets to those
who had lost all hope. “We had a fantastic team with unbelievable
kids who definitely rose to the challenge,” said Miss Neal, who
added that there was never any complaining, even when having
to rise at 5:30 a.m. for kitchen duty.
There were some sightseeing opportunities, which included
Times Square, the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, the NBA Store,
FAO, Chinatown and the Broadway show, “STOMP.” “The
favorite part of my trip was touring the city and feeding the
homeless,” said Anthony Serraneau. Caroline Nava shared her
best memory: “…the ferry rides to and from the Statue of Liberty
where I boldly witnessed to men from India and England as I had
never done before.”
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WA Students
Serving in
Nicaragua
Boosterthon Fun Run
T
he Boosterthon Fun Run is a weeklong event that takes place once a year and
raises money for the lower school. For the entire week preceding the run,
students, teachers, and mentors focused on three main categories: fitness,
education, and character. Boosterthon coaches came to each classroom to talk
about these topics, encouraging the students to take care of their bodies by eating
right and exercising. Students’ education was emphasized, as children were
encouraged to “exercise their minds” by paying close attention to their teachers,
studying hard, and reading as much as they could. Finally, character traits were
discussed with the entire lower school student body.
When the time came to run laps to support
the school, the students were ready to
go! The children had asked friends and
family to sponsor their run.
Supporters made pledges and
promised to give the amount
chosen for each lap their children
ran. Friday morning children hit
the gym due to inclement
weather and ran for their
school. A live emcee,
energetic music, bubble
machines, and noisemakers
added to the excitement.
Teachers, coaches and parents
cheered from the sidelines as
volunteers marked on the back
of students’ Boosterthon tee
shirts as they ran a lap.
Thank you supporters, students
and teachers for a wonderfully
successful Boosterthon Fun Run––
together our school community
brought in $36,880!
For a week last
summer, WA students,
alumni and teachers
showed God’s love by
serving the people of Nejapa,
Nicaragua. Nicaragua is the second
poorest country in the Western
Hemisphere, and Nejapa is a barrio
which missionaries Nour and Carolyn
Sirker have centered their mission field
from. They run two schools, a clinic, a
hospital and many other ministries. As
part of a team from First Baptist Fort
Lauderdale, the students worked with
the Sirkers to build relationships for
Christ in the neighborhood. This was
done through a baseball camp for the
neighborhood kids ranging from ages 3
to 18. Days were spent face painting,
jump roping, and playing games with
the younger kids and teaching baseball
basics to the older ones.
The camp was led by Pastor Brian
Doyle, a former New York Yankee
baseball player, whose career peak was
New York’s win of the 1978 World
Series. The camp culminated in a
celebration with music, food, and
dance performances, followed by the
Gospel presentation. It was an exciting
time for the parents, children, and the
team.
For many of the WA students, this was
not their first time on a mission trip.
Sophomore Abigail Swierenga and her
brother, alumnus Aaron Swierenga,
spent a year in Costa Rica. Abbey and
her family embark on a new mission as
they leave for Chile. The trip to
Nicaragua was a return trip for seniors
Alice Sykes, Chantal Crevier and
Chelsea Perry, who had previously
stayed in the country for multiple
weeks. Chantal and Chelsea have also
served in Russia. Other team members,
Kendall Stempel and Daniel Burns,
have served on trips to Malaysia and
Honduras consecutively.
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The
Fine
Arts
At We s t m i n s t e r Ac a d e my
®
Madrigal Dinner
The doors open in a grandiose manner and guests are
transported into another dimension. Complete with
jesters, mimes, kings and queens, the school cafeteria
is transformed into this colorful utopia from the
medieval ages. The delectable smell is almost
overwhelming. “This is almost better than Grandma’s
house on Christmas,” a guest murmurs. Christmas
wreaths, twinkling lights, and a backdrop castle are
visuals to enhance this Madrigal Dinner experience.
Trumpet fanfares and the orchestra create melodious,
euphoric music that floats gracefully throughout the
room as guests indulge in a five-course medieval
meal.
“The students
were wonderful
on this trip and
we surely felt
the presence of
the Holy Spirit
everywhere we
went.”
—Mrs. Wilson
Concert Choir
EuropeanTour
The hills were alive with the sound of music as the
Westminster Academy® Concert Choir toured
Germany and Austria on March 27 through
April 3, 2010. Led by Choir Director Mrs. Lisa
Wilson, the 100–voice choir sang for the glory of
God and accomplished their mission, which was to
spread the Word of God through music. “The
students were wonderful on this trip and we surely felt
the presence of the Holy Spirit everywhere we went,”
said Mrs. Wilson.
Concerts took place at St. Stephen’s Cathedral, one
of the greatest Gothic structures in Europe, and at
the Salzburg Cathedral. The choir also had the
opportunity to minister in music to military
families and chaplains at the Katterbach Army base.
This rewarding trip not only ministered to those
able to hear the choir perform, but provided handson information for WA high school students
studying European history. The taste of European
food, along with the quaint hotels the group stayed
in, all added to the educational experience. “Singing
in Europe with the breathtaking scenery was amazing,”
said Alex Danielsen-Haces, adding that, “Mondsee
(Moon Lake), a quaint mountainside village in Austria,
was my favorite place.”
The merriment of the Christmas season is ignited
with the hilarity that the Madrigal Dinner provides.
Incorporated into this two-hour meal are parodies
about school and nationally related topics. With
topics such as the controversial Nobel Peace Prize, the
bandwagon of Twitter followers, and whether
business or government shall control our lives, guests
are never bored at this festival gathering.
The atmosphere that the Madrigal Dinner infuses
warms the heart. The scent of cinnamon, blissfulness,
giddy laughter, and love are swirled throughout the
air as we celebrate Christ’s birth.
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Concert Band Performs at
Walt DisneyWorld
The Westminster Academy® Concert Band, under the
direction of Mr. Jeff Carroll, performed at Walt Disney
World as part of the Disney Magic Music program on
April 25, 2010. The band was well received by an
enthusiastic crowd as they entertained Disney guests
with a great program of enjoyable music. Thank you
Concert Band members for your hard work, excellent
performance and the way you represent our school.
Congressional Art Competition
Talent and creativity abound in the art department at
Westminster Academy® under the direction of Mrs.
Megan Wackes ’00 Wells. Art students at every level
work all year on individual pieces to be showcased in
the spring.
Senior Kendall Stempel’s “Creation” piece and junior
A.J. Barbar’s “Olympic Dreams” were featured at the
Boca Raton Museum
of Art for the annual
Congressional Art
Competition. These
pieces were judged by
a panel on creativity
and presentation.
Stempel’s piece
featured the
prominent “hands”
of Michelangelo’s
“Creation”
overshadowing the
image of evolution.
Barbar’s painting was
based on his background
as a swimmer and the
great achievements of the
American swimmers who
competed in the Olympics. “It felt really good
when Mrs. Wells chose my art picture to be
presented at the show. I worked very hard on my
painting,” said Barbar.
Stempel’s piece won third place and will be on
display for a year in Congressman Ron Klein’s
office in Washington, D.C. Klein is from
Florida’s 22nd congressional district.
Mrs. Wells is very proud of the progress of her
students. They work very hard all year and it is
an honor for their work to be displayed and
enjoyed by many others. “My students continue
to amaze me each year with their talent and
creativity,” said Wells. Congratulations to all of
WA’s art students.
Juried Multi-School Art Show
Best in Show:
Amelia Cheshire, 10th Grade . . . . . . . . . . 1st Place
Anthony Harel-Canada, 12th Grade . . . 2nd Place
Jaclyn Fortier, 11th Grade . . . . . . . . . . . . 3rd Place
Most Creative
Tawny Grogin, 11th Grade . . . . . . . . . . . . 1st Place
MacKenzie Keightley, 11th Grade . . . . . 2nd Place
Sam Moore, 10th Grade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3rd Place
Technical Pieces
Jaclyn Fortier, 11th Grade . . . . . . . . . . . . 2nd Place
Jessica Edgar, 12th Grade . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3rd Place
Best Design Principles
Jessica Nederlanden, 11th Grade . . . . . . . . . 1st Place
Paige Kniskern, 11th Grade. . . . . . . . . . . 2nd Place
Portfolio Award
Anthony Harel-Canada, 12th Grade . . . . 1st Place
Amelia Cheshire, 10th grade. . . . . . . . . . 2nd Place
Jaclyn Fortier, 11th Grade . . . . . . . . . . . . 3rd Place
“My students
continue to amaze
me each year with
their talent and
creativity.”
—Megan Wackes ’00 Wells
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Florida Music Educators
Association All-State Ensembles
Choir
Ashley Aguiar, Chase Allsworth, Daniela Baltar,
Max Bevill, Brock Boland, Ashley Briggs, Ward
Coningsby, Evan Cruz, Alex Danielsen-Haces,
Connor DeYoung, Luke Ferraguti, Kyle
Glenum, Bernie Gonzalez, Elisabeth Hunter,
Caroline Kamm, Trevor Kopas, Jessica
Madhukar, Jordan McCullough, Christina
Medina, Mark Newsom, Kelly Oakes, Ali
Offerdahl, Drew Offerdahl, Laura Peed, Javier
Pena, Rachel Schwartz, Micah Smith, Jacob
Sorensen, Keegan Storrs, Basil Swad, Alice
Sykes, Esther Teh and Zachary Vinson
Band
Andrea Fant
Orchestra
Paul Mortilla and Jessica Malinetescu
District Solo & Ensemble
Choir
Superior Ratings: Katie Kinsella, Esther Teh
and Nina Fernandez
Band
Superior Ratings: David Luzinski, Matthew
Friend, William Beersman, Andrea Fant,
Hannah Chung, Patti Kranz, James Sparks,
Matthew Allison and Colby Zinzer
Excellent Ratings: Caleb James, Ali Battista,
Lauren Cooley, Cecily Kritz, David King, Josh
Longerbeam and Thomas Goodall
Orchestra
Superior Ratings: Alissa Babaian, Tyler Curlee,
Bernie Gonzalez, David Hong, Paul Jang and
Jeffrey Pitcairn
State Solo & Ensemble
Orchestra
Superior Ratings: Alissa Babaian and
David Hong
The King & I
T
he highlight of Westminster Academy®’s Fine Arts
department is the spring musical. Led by Mr. Richard
Briggs along with a student director, the musical requires
months of preparation from the cast, musicians,
choreographers, stage crew, costume manager and
numerous volunteers. Hundreds of hours of hard work,
long practices, dress rehearsals and dance choreography
are invested before the curtain opens for the first
performance. The three-day production is an anticipated
event that is well received by WA family and friends.
Westminster is blessed to have the amazing leadership of Mr. Richard Briggs, director
and producer, as well as Mrs. Laura Groves, assistant director, and Mrs. Lisa Wilson,
vocal director. Mr. Briggs has been an English and drama teacher and theater director
at WA for thirty-one years. His expertise has overseen numerous musicals including
Annie, Little Women, Jane Eyre, Hello, Dolly!, State Fair, and Anne of Green Gables.
Last year’s musical, Rodgers and Hammerstein’s The King and I, was performed on
March 11 – March 13 in the Kennedy Fellowship Hall under the student direction of
Alice Sykes ’10. The stage was transformed to the eastern Asian setting of Thailand.
Based on the struggle between a strong-willed teacher, played by Stefanie LaMay ’10,
and the powerful, opinionated King of Siam, played by Javier Peña ’10, the story
revealed that though change is difficult, with change comes new hope. A side story of
forbidden love between Tuptim (Esther Teh ’12) and Lun Tha (Bernie Gonzalez ’10)
brought a soft side to the plot. Eight royal wives made way for many royal princes and
princesses, allowing lower school, as well as upper school, students to be involved.
Ten students, cast as royal dancers, put on a
spectacular show for the audience. Dancers
were trained under the direction of Mrs.
Christye Crevier, WA’s classical ballet and
worship arts dance instructor. Mrs. Crevier also
served as the musical’s choreographer.
We are pleased to announce that this year’s
musical, Peter Pan, has been cast and has
begun rehearsals under student director Lucy
Bevill. We look forward to this performance in
April 2011.
Concert Orchestra at the FOA District 15 Orchestra
Competition
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Musician
Paul Mortilla
Worship Arts Program
®
at Westminster Academy
H
ave you heard about the newest addition to the
Fine Arts program at Westminster Academy®?
The Worship Arts program, led by the talented Mrs.
Christye Crevier, is the newest facet of Westminster’s
outstanding Fine Arts program. The Worship Arts
program is comprised of ballet classes available to girls
in Pre–K all the way through eighth grade, after which
they are offered as electives. Additional ballet classes are
offered in the after-school program, where the Worship
Arts program began. The goal of these classes includes
—Psalm 149:3
learning ballet vocabulary as well as strong
fundamental techniques that will benefit the students
in other areas as well. “Ballet is so helpful...along with learning correct posture
and flexibility, it helps students with their focus, discipline, and confidence in all
areas of life,” says Mrs. Crevier. The Worship Arts program goes hand-inhand with the Classical Christian Studies program offered here at
Westminster, as it goes back to the foundation of dancing, which is classical.
“Let them
praise His
name with
dancing.”
It seems Mrs. Crevier has been dancing since she learned how to walk! At
age 14, she moved away from home to take her dancing to a higher level.
She continued at this pace until she was 17, at which time she joined her
first professional dance company, traveling nine months out of the year.
Mrs. Crevier has performed in every state in the U.S. except Alaska. Her life
took a major turn when she met her husband, Jeff, who led her to the Lord.
As Jeff was a dancer also, they continued their dancing careers together.
Along with working at Westminster, Mrs. Crevier is the choreographer of the
wonderful Fort Lauderdale Christmas Pageant at First Baptist Church Fort
Lauderdale.
In 2004 Mrs. Crevier started an after-school program, offering all levels of
ballet to interested young girls. Many students she started with in that first
year still continue to dance with her today! The growth of this popular afterschool program has turned into the new Worship Arts program this year.
One of Mrs. Crevier’s goals in teaching ballet is to praise and worship the
Lord through the dance. “Ballet is in the wave of this new generation...it’s
everywhere! If I can teach my students the classical foundation of ballet, they can
take it and turn it into anything!” said Crevier. One main focus of her class is
the story of the Great Commission in Matthew’s Gospel. Dancing can be
used to interpret and share the Gospel to unsaved people in the world.
Dance can be very moving and inspirational in different ways to different
individuals. Crevier notes that, “Dancing is a major tool that can be used to
break through language barriers.”
Several ballet shows, even those including performances by Crevier, have
been scheduled throughout the year as part of the Fine Arts curriculum.
We are fortunate to have such an amazing Worship Arts teacher, passionate
about her subject.
Do you hear the music? Eighth grader Paul
Mortilla surely does. “God gives me the songs
in my head,” said 14-year-old Mortilla, “and I
try to get the music on paper as best I can.”
Paul, who has been involved in music
lessons since he was a young boy, now plays
four instruments, including the viola, cello,
base and piano. His love for music has
grown along with his skill. Paul has been
with the Westminster Academy® orchestra
under the direction of Mr. David Schwartz
since fifth grade. He began writing his own
music in sixth grade. “I just sit and try to
write,” said Mortilla, who gives God all the
credit for taking what he writes down on
paper and turning it into
“Paul is one
something bigger.
of the most
Recently inspired by classical
all-around,
music written by Camille
naturally
Saint-Saëns, Paul began to
compose. “The songs I listened
gifted
to were so cool, I just really
musicians I
enjoyed them,” said Mortilla.
have ever
Paul worked on his own piece,
taught.”
“Quartet No. 1 in D Minor,”
for about two months and
—David Schwartz
then played the
song for Mr.
Schwartz. Much
impressed,
Mr. Schwartz sent
the music to the
University of
Miami’s orchestra
director,
Dr. Thom Sleeper,
who then
forwarded the
piece to UM’s
Paul Mortilla with Dr. Stinson
music theory
professor, Dr. Stinson. Stinson asked to meet
Mortilla, and asked Paul to write a duet for
two violins. Mortilla is now enrolled in a
private music theory class at the university.
“The music just happens,” said Mortilla,
whose dream is to become a composer. “As
long as God gives me the songs, I will attempt
to get the music on paper.” Congratulations,
Paul, on your outstanding musical
achievements.
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Celebrating
Class of 2010
Paul Jang
Ashley Danielle Baine
Alexandra Kamper
Daniela Baltar**
Devin Kelley
Collin S. Barbour
William Steel Lafferty
Noel Kaitlyn Bartnick* **
Stefanie Joy LaMay**
Anthony Tyler Beard*
Bethany Grace Lanciault**
William Andrew Beersman
Joshua Longerbeam* **
Emily Elizabeth Benoit*
Preston Burton Luce
Alex Patrick Boe**
David Luzinski* **
Jeremiah Alan Borton
Sofia Veniece Lynch
Angerlique Meagan Bradley
Jessica Malinetescu
Erica J. Briggs•
Jordan Riley McCullough
Patricia Burns
Lezlie Elise McDonald
Alex Buschmann* •
Christopher McGarvey
Taylor Christine Caldwell
Blake Meacham*
Stephanie Chadwick•
Marcela Eleanora Meckler
Bjorn ChenHao Chuah
Alexander Moeller•
Jennifer Leigh Climenhage•
Linda O’John
Crystal Dove Coba•
Alexandra Ruth Offerdahl**
Amber Elizabeth Cochran
Matthew Owen
R. Ward Coningsby II*
Brenna Doseé Pelletier•
Lauren Alexandra Cooley
Carlisle Christine Peloquin**
Chantal Anastasia Crevier•
Javier Peña**
Evan Cruz
Chelsea Lou Perry•
Tyler Justin Curlee**
Emmanuelle Petit-Frere* •
Daniel James Dorfman
Jeffrey R. Pitcairn
Megan Patrice Dunn•
Calvin Eugene Rhoden•
Jessica Edgar
Jake Richards
Blake Allen Erikson
Kristen Lee Roughen•
Jerlyn Escar
Jon Sallah•
Andrea Fant**
Kyle Sawyer
Jordan Farmer
Jenna Joan Schmidt
Ashley Feick
Nicole Seltzer
Kathryn Ferguson**
Manuel Armando Fernandez** Joshua Slocumb* •
Desroy Smith
Ninotchka I. Caballero
Fernandez
Kendall Michelle Stempel* **
Stephanie Fleurigene
William Basil Swad**
Michael Allen Ford
Alice Mary Sykes**
Gregory Fortune
Zachary Tyler Vinson
Dana Garlinghouse*
Olivia Morgan Von Essen*
Bernardo Rafael Gonzalez III* Colby Tyler Wagoner
Aaron Green
Jennifer Anne Walsh**
Benjamin Thomas Groves*
Jenna Wessels*
Anthony Harel-Canada**
Zachary Wooldridge
Nicole Helmy* **
Paul Yurick*
Kathryn Valerie Hepp* **
Colby Reid Huftalen **
* Attended Westminster
Academy® entire
Anamaria Husar**
school carreer
Jake Jacobson**
** Scholars Diploma
Stephanie Leslie Jacques
• Honors Diploma
•
D Caleb James
Our Seniors
Advanced Placement
Scholars Program
National Merit
Scholarship Program
AP Scholars are based on results from the
May 2009 exams. These exams are scored
on a scale of 1–5, with 5 being the best
possible score.
AP Scholars with Honors (earned an
average score of at least 3.25 on all AP
exams taken and earned scores of 3 or
higher on at least four AP exams):
Alice Mary Sykes
Commended Scholars are recognized for
scoring in the top 3% of the qualifying
PSAT test. National Merit Semifinalists
represent the top 1% of PSAT test takers.
Finalists may receive college-sponsored
and corporate-sponsored merit
scholarships to attend their college of
choice.
AP Scholars (earned a score of 3 or
higher on three or more AP exams):
Noel Kaitlyn Bartnick
Alex Patrick Boe
Anthony Harel-Canada
Colby Reid Huftalen
Bethany Grace Lanciault
David Luzinski
Alexandra Ruth Offerdahl
Carlisle Christine Peloquin
Javier Peña
Kendall Michelle Stempel
Jennifer Anne Walsh
From left:
Salutatorian,
Alice Mary Sykes;
Valedictorian,
Jennifer Anne Walsh
Semifinalist
Manuel Fernandez
Commended Scholars
Andrea Fant
Joshua Longerbeam
Jeffrey Pitcairn
Academic Benchmarks
SAT Average..............1,070 (1,600 scale)
Top 25%.........................................1,305
ACT Average.......................24 (36 scale)
Top 25% ..............................................30
AP Scholars..........................................12
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2010 Scholarships Awarded
Highest Grade Point
Average Achievement
Awards
Language Arts
Alexandra Kamper..........British Literature
Basil Swad ..........British Literature Honors
Bethany
Lanciault.....AP Literature & Composition
Mathematics
Jeremiah Borton.....................Integrated II
Lezlie McDonald...................Integrated III
Alexandra Kamper....College Pre-Calculus
David Luzinski..............College Calculus I
Joshua Longerbeam.....College Calculus II
Alice Sykes .......................College Business
Calculus/Statistics
Science
Katie Hepp..................Conceptual Physics
Marine Biology
Joshua Longerbeam ..........Honors Physics
Anthony Harel-Canada................. Honors
Chemistry
Social Studies
Sofia Lynch ...............................Economics
Jenny Walsh......College Macroeconomics
Alice Sykes..........College Microeconomics
Emily Benoit..........................Government
Katie Hepp................Government Honors
Alice Sykes........................AP Government
Bible
Joshua Longerbeam..Philosophy & Ethics
Foreign Language
Bjorn ChenHao Chuah .............Spanish II
Noel Bartnick...............Spanish III Honors
Alice Sykes....................Spanish III Honors
Carlisle Peloquin .........Spanish IV Honors
Daniela Baltar...........................AP Spanish
David Luzinski .................Latin III Honors
Jenny Walsh .....................Latin III Honors
Fine Arts
Erica Briggs .......................Yearbook Editor
Jordan Farmer.......................Digital Media
William Beersman ..................Web Design
AP Studio Art
Andrea Fant ..........................Band Honors
Choir Honors
Preston Luce ..................Orchestra Honors
Leroy Schwab Christian
Leadership Award
Student has had a leadership role in one
of the following during the past 4 years:
Mission trip, Youth EE, Class Office,
Service Club, Worship Team, Chapel
Team, Bible Study, Teen Advisor,
Vacation Bible School.
Colby Huftalen
Zachary Vinson
Noel Bartnick
Guy Metzger Christian
Service Award
Student participated in one of the
following during the past 4 years:
Mission trip, Youth EE, Class Office,
Service Club, Worship Team, Chapel
Team, Taught Bible Study, Teen Advisor,
Vacation Bible School, Community
Service “Extra Mile.”
Benjamin Groves
Emmy Petit-Frere
WA Christian
Character Award
Student has shown Christian Character
in many of the following ways: Has a
positive influence on others; Selfcontrolled in speech, emotions and
actions; Treats others with kindness,
honor and dignity; Trustworthy;
Demonstrates receptivity to God’s Word;
Encourages others toward God’s Word;
Honors and obeys all godly authority.
Ward Coningsby
Chantal Crevier
Stephanie Fleurigene
Rotary Club Student
of the Month Award
Noel Bartnick .......................October 2009
Andrea Fant ............................March 2010
American Musical & Dramatic Academy .....$ 74,200
Asbury University ..........................................$ 47,224
Baylor University ...........................................$ 170,000
Belhaven College ...........................................$ 32,000
Berry College ..................................................$ 64,640
Biola University..............................................$ 59,176
Case Western Reserve University ..................$ 80,000
Cedarville University .....................................$ 25,404
Covenant College ..........................................$ 52,000
Duquesne University .....................................$ 34,000
Evangel University.........................................$ 40,000
Florida Atlantic University ............................$ 24,000
Florida Institute of Technology.....................$ 90,516
Florida Southern College...............................$ 24,000
Florida State University .................................$ 88,000
Furman University.........................................$ 564,000
Gordon College..............................................$ 36,000
Jacksonville University ..................................$ 44,000
Lee University ................................................$ 33,100
Lehigh University ..........................................$ 40,000
Liberty University ..........................................$ 55,000
New York University......................................$ 105,120
Nova Southeastern University ......................$ 20,000
Palm Beach Atlantic University ....................$ 38,000
Rider University .............................................$ 104,200
Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology..........$ 67,200
Samford University ........................................$ 372,800
Southeastern University ................................$ 74,932
Southern Methodist University.....................$ 221,840
Taylor University............................................$ 56,852
Texas A & M University.................................$ 75,200
The Ohio State University .............................$ 127,920
Tulane University...........................................$ 133,200
United States Air Force Academy ..................$ 414,000
University of Central Florida.........................$ 154,000
University of Florida ......................................$ 108,420
University of Miami.......................................$ 294,776
University of North Carolina
at Chapel Hill ..............................................$ 77,444
University of North Florida...........................$ 40,000
University of Rochester .................................$ 40,000
University of South Florida ...........................$ 8,000
University of Tampa ......................................$ 67,168
Valley Forge Military Academy & College....$ 158,000
Wake Forest University..................................$ 123,600
Westmont College .........................................$ 56,000
Wheaton College ...........................................$ 14,000
Total College Scholarships .........................$4,633,932
Total Estimated Bright Futures
Scholarships .............................................$ 883,560
Total Estimated Scholarships Awards .......$5,517,492
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Colleges Attending
JennyWalsh Awarded the
Robert C. Byrd Honors
Scholarship
The Florida Bright Futures program
awarded Jenny Walsh ’10 the
Robert C. Byrd Honors Scholarship.
This scholarship is given to a senior
with the highest combination of
SAT/ACT scores and GPA.
Congratulations, Jenny!
Ashley Baine.......................................Liberty University
Daniela Baltar.....................................Clemson University
Collin Scott Barbour ..........................Coastal Carolina University
Noel Kaitlyn Bartnick ........................Lee University
Anthony Tyler Beard..........................University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
William Andrew Beersman................Broward College
Emily Elizabeth Benoit ......................Penn State
Alexander Patrick Boe........................Furman University
Jeremiah Borton.................................Orange Coast College
Angerlique Megan Bradley ................Valencia Community College
Erica Briggs .........................................Florida State University
Patricia Anne Burns ...........................University of Florida
Alex Dunn Buschmann .....................Florida Southern College
Taylor Christine Caldwell..................Prayerfully Being Determined
Stephanie Renee Chadwick ...............University of Central Florida
Bjorn ChenHao Chuah......................Singapore Military
Jennifer Leigh Climenhage ...............Florida State University
Crystal Dove Coba .............................University of Central Florida
Amber Elizabeth Cochran .................Palm Beach State College
Russell Ward Coningsby II ................University of Mississippi
Lauren Alexandra Cooley..................Furman University
Chantal Anastasia Crevier .................University of Central Florida
Evan Davis Cruz.................................Prayerfully Being Determined
Tyler Justin Curlee..............................United States Air Force Academy
Daniel Dorfman .................................Tallahassee Community College
Megan Patrice Dunn..........................Samford University
Jessica Nicole Edgar............................Work in Family Business
Blake Allen Erikson ............................Florida Atlantic University
Jerlyn Escar .........................................Broward College
Andrea Fant........................................Furman University
Jordan Taylor Farmer .........................Ashville-Buncombe Technical College
Ashley Feick........................................Florida Gulf Coast University
Kathryn Marie Ferguson....................Southeastern University
Manuel Armando Fernandez ............University of Florida
Ninotchka Ivonne
Caballero Fernandez ......................University of Tampa
Stephanie Fleurigene..........................Tallahassee Community College
Michael Allen Ford.............................Palm Beach State College
Gregory Fortune.................................Valley Forge Military Academy & College
Dana Gene Garlinghouse ..................Valencia Community College
Bernardo Rafael Gonzalez III.............Rider University Westminster Choir..College
Aaron Benjamin Green......................Florida Atlantic University
Benjamin Thomas Groves.................Asbury University
Anthony N. Harel-Canada ................University of Florida
Nicole Mary Helmy............................Florida Atlantic University
Katherine Valerie Hepp......................University of Central Florida Honors College
Colby Reid Huftalen ..........................Samford University
Anamaria Husar .................................New College of Florida
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2010Baccalaureate
& Commencement
Services
T
Jake Edwards Jacobson.......................University of Central Florida Honors College
Stephanie Leslie Jacques ....................Lehigh University
D Caleb James ....................................University of Florida
Paul Jang.............................................Oxford College of Emory University
Alexandra Kamper .............................Florida State University
Devin Roxann Kelley .........................Florida Gulf Coast University
Steel Lafferty.......................................Valencia Community College
Stefanie Joy LaMay.............................Samford School of the Arts
Bethany Grace Lanciault ...................University of Florida
Joshua Charles Longerbeam..............University of Florida
Preston Luce .......................................University of West Florida
David S. Luzinski................................Wake Forest University
Sofia Veniece Lynch...........................Catawba College
Jessica Malinetescu.............................Florida Atlantic University
Jordan Riley McCullough..................Florida Atlantic University
Lezlie Elise McDonald........................University of Missouri
Chris J. McGarvey..............................Southeastern University
Blake Eldred Meacham ......................Palm Beach Atlantic University
Marcela Eleanora Meckler..................Florida Atlantic University
Alexander Moeller..............................University of Central Florida
Linda Angelica Elizabeth O’John ......Broward College
Alexandra Offerdahl ..........................Wheaton College
Matthew Owen ..................................Florida State University
Brenna Doseé Pelletier .......................Lee University
Carlisle Christine Peloquin................University of Florida
Javier Peña ..........................................University of Florida
Chelsea Lou Perry ..............................University of Central Florida
Emmanuelle Juny Petit-Frere.............University of Miami
Jeffrey Reyburn Pitcairn.....................University of Florida
Calvin Eugene Rhoden......................The Citadel
Jake Richards ......................................University of South Florida
Kristen Roughen ................................Samford University
Jonathan Sallah..................................Clemson University
Kyle Sawyer ........................................Valencia Community College
Jenna Joan Schmidt ...........................Valencia Community College
Nicole Marie Seltzer ...........................Prayerfully Being Determined
Joshua Slocumb..................................Florida Atlantic University
Desroy Smith, Jr. ................................University of Central Florida
Kendall Michelle Stempel..................Wake Forest University
William Basil Swad.............................Ohio State University
Alice Mary Sykes ................................University of Florida Honors College
Zachary Tyler Vinson.........................University of Central Florida Honors College
Olivia Von Essen ................................University of West Florida
Colby Tyler Wagoner .........................Broward College
Jennifer Anne Walsh..........................University of Notre Dame
Jenna Wessels .....................................Palm Beach State College
Zachary Thomas Wooldridge ............Valley Forge Military Academy & College
Paul Robert Yurick..............................Biola University Cinema and Media Arts School
he Class of 2010, along with their families,
friends, faculty and staff of Westminster
Academy®, gathered together for baccalaureate
and commencement services.
The Class of 2010 voted for Rev. Jeff Crevier of
First Baptist Church of Fort Lauderdale and
father of four WA students, to be their
baccalaureate speaker. Rev. Crevier spoke from
Isaiah 63:16b, “You, O Lord, are our Father, our
Redeemer from of old is your name.”
Commencement was a stunning service with
the address given by Pastor Tullian Tchividjian,
Senior Pastor at Coral Ridge Presbyterian
Church and former WA student. Pastor
Tchividjian shared his personal testimony from
his experience of being a “prodigal child” and
encouraged the Class of 2010 to grow in the
Lord and continue to support one another.
“It meant so much to me to have
Pastor Tchividjian share his heart
with my class,” said Patricia
Burns ’10.
Congratulations Class
of 2010!
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Honors from City of Fort Lauderdale
O
n December 1, 2009, Tyler Beard, a senior, and Patti
Kranz, a junior, were recognized by the City of Fort
Lauderdale under the leadership of Mayor John P. Seiler.
Commissioner Romney Rogers offered commendation
for both students, acknowledging their tremendous
athletic achievement as well as the positive publicity
they have brought to their community and school.
Rogers reinforced the fact that participation in
organized athletics builds character while teaching fair
play and good sportsmanship among youth. “In order to
excel in any sport, in addition to natural ability, one must
display dedication, enthusiasm and hard work, which these
Commissioner Romney Rogers
students have exhibited,” said Rogers. Through
with Patti Kranz and Tyler Beard
participation in the Florida High School Athletic
Association in competitive diving, the two students have both become school
record-holders and have achieved All-American status while excelling in their sport.
Rogers ended the presentation on behalf of the city commissioners by commending
them on their sportsmanship and outstanding spirit of dedication, and presented
them with certificates signed by the Honorable Mayor Seiler. Both Patti and Tyler
have represented Westminster Academy® and the Lord in a positive manner, as
lights shining brightly into the community. This year Patti won her 3rd state
championship diving title in a row and she also received All-American honors. Tyler
Beard, a senior, was 4th in diving and also received All-American honors. May the
Lord continue to use them for His glory as they pursue life using the talents He has
blessed them with.
“In order to excel in any sport, in addition to
natural ability, one must display dedication,
enthusiasm and hard work, which these
students have exhibited.”
–Romney Rogers
Congratulations, Caroline Israels!
Caroline Israels has been chosen for the Olympic national water polo training camp.
At the Olympic Development Program (ODP) East West Championships in Boca
Raton, Israels won the top-scorer award while leading her team to the gold medal.
ODP is a program that trains and monitors water polo players for the U.S. Olympic
team. Top players are invited from various ODP U.S. Zone championships to the
training camp, which took place in late June in Las Alamitos, California.
Israels, a sophomore, is widely considered one of the top high school players in the
nation. She was named the Sun-Sentinel’s 2010 girls’ high school water polo player
of the year, and trains year-round with the South Florida Water Polo Club.
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Please join us as we
celebrate God’s blessings
and provisions in athletics
during the 2009-2010 school
year. Congratulations to our
student-athletes, coaches
and school community for
your devotion to Christ and
dedication to excellence in
athletics at WA.
2009-2010
District Champions
Girls’ Cross Country
Boys’ Cross Country
Volleyball
Girls’ Soccer
Girls’ Track
Girls’ Water Polo
Boys’ Water Polo
2009-2010
Regional Champions
Volleyball
Girls’ Track
2009-2010 FHSAA
AcademicTeam Champion
Girls’ Basketball........................................3.815
Ali Battista
Darcy Maher
Christine Bien-Aime Kailey Mansour
Ashley Carrie
Christina Medina
Katie Hepp
Ellen Radandt
Anne Kelley
Kaitlyn Stolley
Brynlee Kelmanson Lauren Tagliola
Girls’ Water Polo......................................3.653
Kristen Robotham Twila Borton
Kristen Donovan
Ashley Carrie
Jessica Nederlanden Kaitlyn McCullough
Jaclyn Fortier
Caroline Israels
Taylor Sasser
Koral LaStella
Brooke Carlton
Mary Elizabeth Mahoney
Miami Herald Fall 2009–2010 All-County Athletes
Girls’ Volleyball
Leigh Andrew .....................Athlete of the Year
& 1st Team
Emily McMurtrey ...............................1st Team
Amelia Bohlander.............................2nd Team
Mckenzie Keightley ..........................2nd Team
Jenny Walsh.......................................3rd Team
Megan Dunn....................Honorable Mention
Katie Hepp........................Honorable Mention
Julia Appleby....................Honorable Mention
Brenna Pelletier................Honorable Mention
Paige Kniskern..................Honorable Mention
Betsy Botkin .....................Honorable Mention
Cross Country
Nicole Feustel...................Honorable Mention
Caitlyn Hamilton.............Honorable Mention
Brittany Carey..................Honorable Mention
Cassy Borton ....................Honorable Mention
Casey McCracken ............Honorable Mention
Thomas Carrie..................Honorable Mention
Josh Fitzgibbon ................Honorable Mention
Javier Pulido.....................Honorable Mention
Girls’ Golf
Ashley Malinchak.............................2nd Team
Swimming and Diving
Patti Kranz.........................1st Team for diving
Boys’ 200 freestyle relay.....................1st Team
(Joey D’Onofrio, Austin Saunders,
Logan Johnstone, A.J. Barbar)
Jessica Nederlanden...........................3rd Team
for 50 freestyle
Joey D’Onofrio.........3rd Team for 50 freestyle
Tyler Beard........................3rd Team for diving
Girls’ 200 freestyle relay....................3rd Team
(Jessica Nederlanden, Ali Offerdahl,
Stacey Walkling, Caroline Israels)
Jessica Nederlanden.........Honorable Mention
Caroline Israels.................Honorable Mention
Ali Offerdahl ....................Honorable Mention
Stacey Walkling................Honorable Mention
Logan Johnstone..............Honorable Mention
Anthony Harel-Canada ...Honorable Mention
Austin Saunders ...............Honorable Mention
Boys’ Soccer
Jake Jacobson.....................................3rd Team
Jon Sallah .........................Honorable Mention
Brandon Herndon........................... ...Mention
Girls’ Soccer
Kendall Stempel .................................1st Team
Patricia Burns ....................................3rd Team
Kayla Gardner ..................Honorable Mention
Twila Borton.....................Honorable Mention
Megan Dunn....................Honorable Mention
Brittany Carey..................Honorable Mention
Boys’ Basketball
Desroy Smith ...................Honorable Mention
Colby Huftalen ................Honorable Mention
Girls’ Basketball
Ali Battista ........................Honorable Mention
Wrestling
Anthony Thomas.............Honorable Mention
Softball
Ellen Radandt...................Honorable Mention
Anne Kelley......................Honorable Mention
Kailey Mansour................Honorable Mention
Ashley Roughen...............Honorable Mention
Girls’ Tennis
Alana Trombino...............Honorable Mention
Taylor Malinchak.............Honorable Mention
Boys’ Tennis
Brendan Abernethy .........Honorable Mention
Reid Coningsby................Honorable Mention
Ward Coningsby..............Honorable Mention
Girls’ Track
Kayla Gardner.....................................1st Team
Christina Medina ..............................3rd Team
Karmen Bosket.................Honorable Mention
Keeley Casey.....................Honorable Mention
Caroline Nichols..............Honorable Mention
Boys’ Track
David King .......................Honorable Mention
Andrew Carrie..................Honorable Mention
Girls’ Water Polo
Caroline Israels...................Athlete of the Year
& 1st Team
Brooke Carlton .................................2nd Team
All-American
Caroline Israels ..................................5th Team
Boys’ Water Polo
Jeremiah Borton .................................1st Team
Jordan McCullough..........................2nd Team
Blake Erikson....................Honorable Mention
Nicolas Shyne...................Honorable Mention
Aaron Bibbee....................Honorable Mention
All-American
Jeremiah Borton...............Honorable Mention
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Sun-Sentinel Fall 2009–2010 All-County Athletes
2009-2010
Booster Club Awards
Jack Mowday—Leadership Award
Alex Buschmann..................................Baseball
Brenna Pelletier ......Volleyball, Soccer & Track
Jenny Walsh......................................Volleyball
Harvey Martin—Spiritual Award
Colby Huftalen.................................Basketball
Ali Offerdahl....................................Swimming
Booster Club—Servant Award
Ward Coningsby........................Golf & Tennis
Jessica Nederlanden ........................Swimming
Carl A. Peterson—Junior Athlete of the Year
A.J. Barbar ..................Swimming & Basketball
Patti Kranz..............................................Diving
Carl A. Peterson—Senior Athlete of the Year
Tyler Beard .............................................Diving
Katie Hepp........Volleyball, Basketball & Track
C.L.A.S.S.—Our Highest Award—Seniors Only
Anthony Harel-Canada .................Swimming,
Track & Water Polo
Patricia Burns..........................................Soccer
2009-2010
Scholar Athlete of theYear
Freshman
Blake Kidwell................Football, Baseball 4.71
Sophomore
Brandon Herndon..........................Soccer 4.70
Junior
Emily McMurtrey .....................Volleyball 4.76
Senior
Jenny Walsh .............................Volleyball 4.88
Girls’ Volleyball
Leigh Andrew .....................Athlete of the Year
& 1st Team
Emily McMurtrey .............................2nd Team
Coach Katie McCrath..........Coach of the Year
Jenny Walsh.....................Honorable Mention
Amelia Bohlander............Honorable Mention
McKenzie Keightley.........Honorable Mention
Girls’ Golf
Ashley Malinchak...............................1st Team
Tyler Beard......Honorable Mention for diving
Swimming and Diving
Patti Kranz.........................1st Team for diving
Boys’ 200 freestyle relay.....................1st Team
(Joey D’Onofrio, Austin Saunders,
Logan Johnstone, A.J. Barbar)
Jessica Nederlanden..........................2nd Team
for 50 freestyle
Joey D’Onofrio........2nd Team for 50 freestyle
Cross Country
Nicole Feustel...................Honorable Mention
Caitlyn Hamilton.............Honorable Mention
Boys’ Varsity Soccer
Brandon Herndon ...........Honorable Mention
Jake Jacobson ...................Honorable Mention
Jon Sallah .........................Honorable Mention
Girls’ Varsity Soccer
Patricia Burns ...................Honorable Mention
Kayla Gardner ..................Honorable Mention
Kendall Stempel...............Honorable Mention
Boys’ Varsity Basketball
Desroy Smith ...................Honorable Mention
Colby Huftalen ................Honorable Mention
Girls’ Varsity Basketball
Softball
Ellen Radandt...................Honorable Mention
Anne Kelley......................Honorable Mention
Girls’ Tennis
Alana Trombino...............Honorable Mention
Girls’ Track
Kayla Gardner...................................2nd Team
Christina Medina.............Honorable Mention
Caroline Nichols..............Honorable Mention
Karmen Bosket.................Honorable Mention
Boys’ Track
Anthony Harel-Canada ...Honorable Mention
Tyler Curlee......................Honorable Mention
Hunter Oman ..................Honorable Mention
Girls’ Water Polo
Caroline Israels...................Athlete of the Year
& 1st Team
Brooke Carlton .................................2nd Team
Kristen Donovan..............Honorable Mention
Taylor Sasser .....................Honorable Mention
Boys’ Water Polo
Jeremiah Borton .................................1st Team
Jordan McCullough.........Honorable Mention
Tyler Peterson...................Honorable Mention
Joey D’Onofrio.................Honorable Mention
Baseball
Alex Buschmann..............Honorable Mention
Will Buschmann..............Honorable Mention
Matt Friend ......................Honorable Mention
2009-2010
Athlete of
theYear
Miami Herald
and
Sun-Sentinel
Leigh Andrew, Volleyball
Caroline Israels, Water Polo
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WA Swimmers Go to States
W
estminster Academy® is the breeding ground for training successful and
dedicated divers and swimmers. This year nine of the swimmers and two of the
divers qualified to compete in Orlando at States. The boys’ teams won 9th overall and
the girls’ won 10th. The boys’ 200 freestyle relay, which consisted of Logan Johnstone
(9), A.J. Barbar (11), Austin Saunders (10), and Joey D’Onofrio (12) were state runnerups with an automatic All-American time. The boys also swam the fastest time in
Broward County this year, earning 1st Team All-County. The girls’ 400 freestyle relay,
composed of Jessie Nederlanden (11), Caroline Israels (9), Ali Offerdahl (12), and
Stacey Walkling (12), won 7th place. Logan Johnstone, A.J. Barbar, Austin Saunders,
and Joey D’Onofrio in the boys’ 400 freestyle relay, won 10th place. For the second
time this year, Nederlanden, Israels, Offerdahl and Walkling broke a new school
record in the girls’ 200 medley relay. The boys’ 200 medley relay was 14th with
Johnstone, Anthony Harel-Canada, Saunders, and D’Onofrio. Jessie Nederlanden
earned 7th place in the 50 freestyle and received All-American consideration, while
Joey D’Onofrio earned 6th place in the 50 free and was also awarded All-American
consideration. Finally, the girls’ 200 freestyle relay with Nederlanden, Israels,
Offerdahl and Walkling, won 5th place with another school record, done for the
third time this year and earning All-American consideration.
College Bound Emily McMurtrey
A
fter months of researching different colleges, Emily
McMurtrey made a verbal commitment to play volleyball
and continue her studies at The University of North Carolina
Greensboro. She is thrilled with her offer of a full scholarship to
this Division I, Southern Conference school. She will train
under the Spartan’s head coach, Patrick Nicholas, who shared
that Emily was his number one pick of all the junior “setters”
that he was recruiting.
The assistant coach, Laura Tomes, is a Christian who Emily felt a connection with
soon after their first meeting. “This opportunity is truly a blessing from God—to Him be
all the glory,” said Debi McMurtrey, Emily’s mom.
Emily will enroll in the honors program and plans a degree in kinesiology in order
to pursue physical therapy. “I loved everything about UNCG during our visit, including
the campus, academic programs, volleyball coaches and especially the team,” shared
McMurtrey. This Florida girl will soon become a Carolina girl, ready to bump, set,
and spike her way to success. Congratulations, Emily!
Eighth Grade Golfer
Ashley Malinchak
Competes at States
W
estminster Academy®’s varsity
golf team was fortunate to be
coached this year by alumnus
Dwight Rogers ’01. Ashley
Malinchak, an 8th grader on the
varsity golf team, has been driven
toward success since four years
ago, when she swung her first golf
club. Ashley practices all year long
with a personal trainer in order to
improve her skills. She also
participates in local tournaments
in order to achieve her greatest
potential.
Ashley’s efforts certainly paid off.
This year she made it to States,
which took place in Ocala, Florida.
There she competed with 86 other
girls in the state and swung her
way into the 12th place spot on a
72-par course. “It was such a great
accomplishment for me to make it to
States. It was worth all the work I put
in during the off season. I hope to keep
improving and do even better next
year,” Malinchak says.
Congratulations, Ashley!
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2009
Homecoming
T
he hallways of Westminster Academy® took on a
different look during Homecoming week, which took
place on October 5 to October 9. The high school
hallways were covered from wall to wall with different
classic television show themes such as Fresh Prince of BelAir, Happy Days, Gilligan’s Island and M*A*S*H.
On Wednesday the entire high school went to the beach
for the annual Beach Day. Class competitions were held
throughout the entire day, including sand sculpting, tugof-war, pie eating, human pyramids, and powder-puff
football.
“Homecoming
was a special
week that
brought
excitement
to our school.”
—Taylor Caldwell ’10
Thursday evening the students piled into the gym for
Spirit Night, where the cheerleaders pumped up the
school for the Homecoming game by performing a skit
and several stunts. The Homecoming Court participated
in fun games and the night ended with a devotional
from Upper School Principal LeRoy Schwab.
Friday night, students, faculty, parents and alumni
gathered at the West Campus Athletic Complex to
watch the Homecoming game. At halftime the
Homecoming Court was driven around the track as
students cheered. Tyler Curlee and Emmy Petit-Frere
were announced Homecoming King and Queen. The
WA varsity football team played hard against Barrington
Christian as fans cheered them on.
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2010
Winter Court
I
n the true spirit of the season, Winter Court was a “chillin” time at Westminster Academy®. As the temperatures
outside dipped unseasonably low, students and faculty warmed to themes chosen by Student Council to show their
school spirit. Hallways decorated like winter wonderland housed students dressed in everything from their favorite Super
Bowl teams to different nationalities to just a day of Wacky Tacky outfits. “I love being able to choose dress-up theme days. It
is such a blast to see how everyone shows up dressed for school,” said junior Paige Kniskern, Student Council vice-president.
Winter Court chapel introduced the chosen representatives dressed in their finest. The seniors were individually
introduced by a longtime friend, who highlighted their character, spirituality and service-oriented attributes. Votes were
cast after chapel as the suspense heightened for the chosen pair.
All activities led to the varsity basketball game at the end of the
week, but not before an energizing pep rally, where each class
tried to outdo the others in games, stunts and relays.
Dr. Orsino offered a free jeans day incentive to the class with the
most students present at the game. A tailgate party sponsored by
the WA Alumni Association served up food, fun and
fellowship to all who showed up early for the
game. Tons of WA students, parents and
visitors poured into the gym as the WA
Varsity Lions challenged the Calvary
Christian Eagles. Westminster’s spirit held
high throughout the evening. At the
anticipated halftime, Olivia Von Essen and
Preston Luce were crowned Winter Court
Queen and King as the crowd roared! “It
was really cool to see all of my friends in the
stands cheering for me. Being crowned king
at WA will be one memory that stays with
me forever,” said Luce ’10.
The fun continued as the WA alumni
challenged the faculty and staff to another
exciting game of basketball. The teachers put
up a good fight, but the alumni pulled it off
in the end. “I am a competitive person when
it comes to basketball and I felt like the
faculty could have done better, but
overall I had a great time. It was cool
to see the teachers and former
students come together to have fun,
relax and enjoy each other,” said
chemistry teacher Derrell Hood.
Winter Court was a great week
filled with memorable times
shared by the student body as
well as teachers, parents and
WA fans.
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…the school community came together to
encourage one another “for the love of our school.”
2010 Annual Dinner Auction
T
he WA community enjoyed a wonderful evening filled
with love and support for Westminster Academy® at the
annual dinner auction, “A Party with Purpose for the Love of
Our School.” One of the largest groups of auction guests to
date filled the Gallery ONE Hotel banquet room for an
evening of food, fellowship and prizes. Guests were
entertained by the WA Jazz Band and the WA String Quartet,
as well as a vignette from WA’s school play, The King & I.
The silent auction was a busy time where guests enjoyed a
myriad of exciting items. Guests bid on exotic vacation
destinations, sports memorabilia and much more. Keepsake
items made collectively by students in lower school
classrooms proved to be quite a hit as always.
After a delicious meal, the live auction got underway with
auctioneer, WA parent and Pompano Beach Mayor Lamar
Fisher. Items for sale varied from a vacation to “Experience
Paradise in Atlantis,” won by the Hall family, to an evening
of babysitting by the Metzgers, and owner’s box seats to a
Yankees game in the amazing new Yankee Stadium. An
annual favorite, Mrs. Fagley’s sticky buns, was won by both
the Eldridge and Vega families, which sold for $950 each.
“It is amazing to me that this simple gift can garner so much
support for our school,” said Mrs. Fagley.
One of the most popular items of the evening was
“Dr. Orsino for a Day,” with the headmaster offering to
substitute teach in any classroom for the highest bid.
“Dr. Orsino’s offer was definitely one of the evening’s highlights,”
said kindergarten teacher Elizabeth Taylor. “I also enjoyed the
string quartet and the music performed by the students.”
Money raised at the auction will be used to enhance
technology at WA with SMART technology, educational
software, and wireless laptop availability in the media
centers. Guests were also able to purchase “hearts” for their
children’s teachers, with the money going towards needed
items for their individual classrooms.
The event was a great success, as more than $100,000
was raised and the school community came together to
encourage one another “for the love of our school.” Many
thanks goes to the auction chair, Katy Singh, and the
acquisition chair, Marty Navarro, along with the entire
committee, who gave many hours of time and talent to
make this such a wonderful evening!
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WA News
Fishers of Men
WA’s Inaugural Fishing
Tournament
Golf & Tennis
Tournament
WA’s Golf & Tennis Tournament was
held on October 26, 2009, at the
Coral Ridge Country Club, and was
once again a huge success! Through
much diligence, hard work, and
generosity from WA friends, families,
and donors, over $11,000 was raised
to benefit our school. A special
thank you goes to Jim Welch and
Doria Yeaman-Rickel for their many
hours of behind-the-scene work, and
Danny Kanell ’92 for hosting the
event.
The WA community enjoyed a gorgeous day on
the water at the Fishers of Men Fishing
Tournament. Fishermen (and fisherwomen) of
all ages and skill levels had a great day of reeling
in fish and enjoying the WA community. A very
special thank you goes to Tom and Denise Ellis
for opening up their home to host the
tournament, and to Katy Madonna ’89 Singh and
Denise Ellis for chairing the event. We look
forward to this
event becoming
a tradition at
WA!
The day started with incredible
weather and included a wonderful
boxed lunch, hitting for prizes on
the tennis
courts, and a
putting contest
as a precursor
to the
tournament.
The day ended
with a
wonderful
barbecue
dinner and
fellowship.
Seated left to right: Terry McKay, Norma Phegley, Bryan Phegley, Diane Kanell,
Daniel Kanell, Anne Cochran, Clark Cochran and Vicki McKay
State of the School Address
Headmaster Council members and friends of Westminster Academy®
gathered at the Coral Ridge Country Club for the annual “State of the
School Address” given by Headmaster Dr. Leo Orsino. WA parents,
alumni parents, alumni, faculty and friends of the school enjoyed great
fellowship, special musical performances by Westminster students, and
a word from Dr. Orsino on the vision and direction of WA.
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WA News
AT&T
Foundation
Awards $20,000
Grant to Westminster
Academy®
Grant Enables WA to Update
Their Computer Lab
AT&T Foundation, the corporate
philanthropy arm of AT&T, Inc.,
awarded a $20,000 grant to
Westminster Academy®. The
generous grant enabled the school
to update the computer lab with
new, state-of-the-art computers.
Information Technology Director
Linda Mitchell said, “The benefits
of updating the computer lab are farreaching. The new computers benefit
students with all learning styles,
since they incorporate both the visual
and audible components of learning
and provide instant feedback to
encourage and motivate the user.”
Thank you, AT&T!
“Thank you so much for
the nice new computers.
All of us love them so
much. We are so
thankful for them. We
like learning and having
fun at the same time.”
—Delaney Klassen, 6th Grade
Spring Fever 2010
Z
ooming down high speed water slides,
winning a cake at the popular cakewalk, and
bungee cord jumping high into the sky have all
become anticipated activities every spring at
Westminster Academy®. Sponsored by the PTF
and CRPC, Spring Fever was held on Saturday,
May 1, on the East Campus Athletic Field.
Wonderful carnival games were hosted by our
own WA lower school faculty, and great
competition took place with traditional games
such as tug-of-war. Music filled the air by CRPC
singers as well as WA students.
“I look forward to Spring Fever all year,” said
Connor Hatch. “I love to see what new
activities we’ll have—this year was the
addition of the fastest and tallest slide
I’ve ever been on in my entire life.”
A special thank you goes to the PTF and
CRPC for all of their hard work to make
this event a special time of fellowship
for our school, the CRPC community,
and for those interested in WA.
2009–2010
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Annual Report
2009–2010
Annual Report
Dear Westminster Academy® Community,
On behalf of our School Board, faculty, staff and coaches, I would like to thank each and every one of our
donors for their contributions to God’s Kingdom work at Westminster Academy® during the 2009–2010 school
year. Your prayers, volunteerism and donations have made a significant impact on our students and our school
ministry. Your generosity is deeply valued and greatly appreciated.
There is no other Christ-centered, biblically-based, classical, covenant, comprehensive, college preparatory
school like WA in all of South Florida. For 39 years Westminster Academy® has differentiated itself as a school
ministry committed to God’s Truth, Jesus Christ and scholarly excellence. Our faculty, staff and coaches are
well trained, Christ-honoring professionals who love, disciple and prepare students to succeed in college and
life. WA high school graduates are attending some of the nation’s top universities, with many gaining major
scholarships for their outstanding academic achievements as well as their artistic and athletic gifts and talents.
It is your prayers, work, volunteerism, tuition, and donations that have sent out four generations of young
people who have been champions of the Great Commandment and the Great Commission for God’s glory as
doctors, attorneys, business leaders, missionaries, pastors, educators and homemakers throughout the world.
We cannot thank you enough for your partnership with Westminster Academy®.
Praise God for His protection, provisions, people and providential blessings at WA,
leo
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Annual Report
From Director of
Development/
Communications
Westminster
Academy®’s
faithful donors
have impacted
thousands of
lives by
blessing our
school
ministry with
the funds
needed to provide our
students with a Christcentered foundation. Thank
you for generously providing
us with your time, talents and
treasure to enhance our
Kingdom work at WA. From
joining the Headmaster’s
Council to volunteering at the
auction, our school
community has rallied to raise
over one million dollars––
thank you!
Summary of Events/Projects
Summary of Gifts
Raised Revenue
Auction
103,857
65,603
Booster Club Membership 10,925
10,925
Boosterthon Run
36,880
19,793
Calendar (09–10)
15,190
11,602
Christmas Boutique
12,677
8,492
Concessions
21,750
12,327
Fishing Tournament
10,146
5,243
Golf Tournament
31,550
11,124
TOTALS:
242,975 145,109
Annual Fund Campaign 500,535
Capital Campaign
25,000
Designated Gifts
282,021
Financial Assistance
176,383
In Kind Gifts
85,634
Memorials/In Honor*
9,150
Planned Giving Campaign 24,849
Events/Projects
145,109
TOTALS:
1,248,681
*Annual Fund/Financial Assistance gifts reflected
in these categories
*Annual Fund/Financial Assistance gifts
reflected in those categories
Student Enrollment
Total School Population (PK-12)
883
Lower School Population (PK-5)
298
Middle School Population (6-8)
217
Upper School Population (9-12)
368
Total ACE—Academy of Classical Education 61
Teacher-to-Student Ratio
1:10
Average Class Size
17
Giving by Constituency
“I thank my
God every time
I remember you.”
—Philippians 1:3
2009-2010
PTF Board
Members
Thank you to the members of our PTF Board
who work tirelessly for the love of our
school and the support of our students.
Back row, L-R: Chip Edgar, Greg Wood, Tom Ellis,
Ernesto Vega (co-president), Paul Warters and
Scott Moss
Front row, L-R: Laura Bishop, Julie Berry, Renee Simon,
Tracey Wood, Traci Climenhage, Denise Ellis,
Kim Edgar, Melissa Vega (co-president),
Holly Warters and Katharine Moss
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2009-2010 Westminster Academy®
School Board Members
A special thank you to the Westminster School Board members for their insight, direction and wisdom.
Back row, L-R: Craig Peterson, Ryan Critch, Brian MacClugage (Chairman), Frank Israels, George Moraitis and Mike Pritchard
Front row, L-R: Russ Coningsby, Carole Sipowski, Terrie Roughen, Okyo Sthair, Kim Nava and David Stewart
Total Ending June 30
2010
2009
2009-2010
Fiscal Year
Schedules of
Westminster
Academy®
Statements of
Financial Position
SUPPORT AND REVENUE
Support—Contributions
Tuition & Fees—Net
Student Activities
Other Revenue
Investment Income
Change in Value of Split-Interest
Total Revenue
1,039,720
9,291,207
1,150,804
450,125
192,590
(9,642)
11,075,084
1,127,879
9,518,007
1,010,439
525,258
(378,516)
(2,314)
10,672,874
Total Support and Revenue
12,114,804
11,800,753
EXPENSES
Program Services
Management and General
Total Expenses
10,471,682
1,983,279
12,454,961
10,848,489
1,917,927
12,766,416
(340,157)
4,875,107
(965,663)
5,840,770
4,534,950
4,875,107
Change in Net Assets
Net Assets, Beginning of Year
Net Assets, End of Year
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Annual Report
2009–2010 HEADMASTER COUNCIL
It is with sincere thanksgiving that we recognize these Headmaster Council members who have given a minimum gift of $1,500 this
school year. If you are interested in partnering with Westminster Academy® through a financial contribution, please contact Director of
Development Laura Brash ’87 Bishop at 954.771.4615, ext. 2637, or at bishopl@wacad.edu. You may also go to www.wacad.edu to
become a Headmaster Council member today!
Golden Crest Circle
$15,000+
AT&T Foundation
Nevada Bates Giving Fund
Robert J. Gregory Estate and Trust
Mr. John Hayes ’97
Lillian Jean Kaplan Foundation
Dr. and Mrs. Leo Orsino
Mr. and Mrs. Robert Taylor, Jr.
Anonymous – 1
Mr. and Mrs. J. Richard
MacDonald
William & Pamela Malinchak
Foundation
Mr. and Mrs. Terry McKay
Mr. and Mrs. Rob Meacham
Thomas Family Foundation
Mr. and Mrs. Ernesto Vega
Anonymous – 1
Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Myers
Robert and Kim Sipowski ’84 Nava
Mrs. Shirley Uricho
Ms. Clover Wilmot
Anonymous – 3
Headmaster’s Council
$1,500 - $2,499
Guma ’95 and Jamie Black ’97
Aguiar
Alex’s Flamingo Groves, Inc.
Iron Shield Circle
$2,500 - $4,999
Mr. and Mrs. J. Kevin Arledge
Silver Armor Circle
Advanced Exercise
$10,000 - $14,999
Paul and Ashley Jominy ’99 Baur
Aviation Legal Group, P.A.
Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Anderton
Mr. and Mrs. Jeff Beal
Atheneus Humanities Foundation Mr. and Mrs. Ron Boender
Dr. and Mrs. Bryan W. Berry
Richard & Helen DeVos Foundation Dr. and Mrs. Magnus Ekedede
Mr. and Mrs. Roger Bond
Mr. and Mrs. William Estes
Mansour Family Foundation
Mr. and Mrs. R. Stephen Botkin
Mr. and Mrs. F. St. George
Mr. and Mrs. Henry Sipowski
Mr. and Mrs. William J. Breslin
Guardabassi
Anonymous – 1
Mr. and Mrs. Richard Briggs
Mr. and Mrs. Frank Israels
Mr. and Mrs. James R. Brown
Mr. and Mrs. Crane A. Johnstone Mr. and Mrs. Scott Burgess
Bronze Lion Circle
Mr. and Mrs. Walter Jominy
$5,000 - $9,999
Mr. and Mrs. Clark J. Cochran, Jr.
Dr. and Mrs. Daniel Kanell
Mr. and Mrs. Gineton Alencar
Mr. and Mrs. A. Robert Coningsby
Mr. and Mrs. Martin Kidwell
Mr. and Mrs. A. Edward Appleby
Mr. and Mrs. Gregg Coningsby ’81
David and Laura Brash ’87 Bishop Mr. and Mrs. Greg Kritz
Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Couchenour
Dr. and Mrs. Gerald Kuykendall
Antonette M. Cianfaro Fund
Mr. and Mrs. Richard DeVos
Mr. and Mrs. Fredrick W. Loomis
Kristian and Debbie Decker ’93
Mr. Robert Ely
Cruz
Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Luzinski
Richard and Cindy Metzger ’86
Alan and Carol Hilton ’80 Dorn
Mr. and Mrs. Brian D. MacClugage
Faulk
Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Eldridge
Dr. Ann McClintock
Ms. Karen Grossutti
Kovack Securities, Inc.
Mr. Alan McKay ’00
David and Sandra Smith ’85 Hall
Mr. and Mrs. Kelly Hancock
Mr. and Mrs. William G. Haring
Mr. and Mrs. Patrick Hartman
Mr. and Mrs. Tony Hechavarria
Dr. and Mrs. Bob Helmholdt
Mrs. Jenny Hoover
Dr. Phil Hopkins ’84
Mr. and Mrs. Peter Huftalen
Mr. and Mrs. Gilbert Hyatt
Mr. and Mrs. Danny Kanell ’92
Mrs. D. James Kennedy
Dr. and Mrs. John Kim
Mr. and Mrs. Paul A. Kirkman
Mr. Brian Kovack ’92
Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Kovack
Mr. and Mrs. Robert Lafferty
Mrs. Peggy Madonna
Mr. and Mrs. William Malinchak
Mark and Sharon Phegley ’86
Mansour
May, Meacham & Davell, P.A.
Miss Dorothea McQueen
Mr. and Mrs. Arael Medina
Mr. and Mrs. Guy Metzger
Mr. and Mrs. Cliff Miller
Mr. and Mrs. Paul W. Moore
Mr. and Mrs. George R.
Moraitis, Jr.
Miss Carol Neal
Mr. and Mrs. Danny Pelletier
Mr. and Mrs. Craig Peterson ’78
Pfizer Foundation
Mr. and Mrs. Bryan Phegley
Mr. and Mrs. Sean-Paul Powell
Mr. and Mrs. Richard Raab
Mr. Ross Reynolds
Mr. and Mrs. John L. Rickel
Dr. and Mrs. Paul Rondino
Mr. and Mrs. Jeffrey M. Shyne
Mr. and Mrs. Jacques Slocumb
Mr. and Mrs. Ivan J. Smith
Mr. and Mrs. David Stewart
Mr. and Mrs. Vincent Sthair ’77
Storrs Architects, P.A.
William and Susan Andreae ’79
Storrs
Mr. and Mrs. James Tannhauser
Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Thomas
Mr. and Mrs. Paul Vanden Berge
Dr. and Mrs. Kenneth Wackes
Mrs. Ruth Wackes
Mrs. Evin Welch
Mr. and Mrs. James R. Welch
Greg and Tracey Zei ’88 Wood
Mr. and Mrs. Edwin Zei
Anonymous - 2
We have made every effort to include the name of each donor, spell each
name correctly, and list them in the appropriate categories. If we have
erred, please accept our sincere apologies.
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Annual Report
2009–2010 DONORS
Crimson Banner Circle
$1,000 - $1,499
Mrs. Violet Mostoller Ames
Mr. and Mrs. Michael Carey
Ernest C. Cassill Trust
Mr. and Mrs. Gary Clemons
Mr. and Mrs. Tom Ellis
Freeman Orthodontics
Mr. and Mrs. Robert C. Gogolen
Miss Cheryl Handwerker
Mrs. Wayne Jensen
Mr. and Mrs. Robert Kamm
Mrs. Linda M. Kurtgis
Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Lataif
Leica Geosystems Inc.
Mr. and Mrs. Robert McKinnon
Ms. Beth McOwen
Robert Nava Insurance
Agency, Inc.
Mr. Ralph K. Osborn
Mrs. Martha Pearson
Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Pettit
Mr. and Mrs. Nathaniel A. Pitcairn
Miss Melanie Roscoe
Collin and Carol Sedra ’01
Streetman
Mr. George Van Campen
Mr. and Mrs. Philip Wall
Miss Holly Wettrich ’83
Mr. and Mrs. Howard Wolfe
Dr. and Dr. Mammen Zachariah
Academy Club
$500 - $999
Mr. Boyd H. Anderson, Jr.
Mrs. Genevieve Bertrand
Ms. Brenda Brown
Mr. and Mrs. Bruce Buit
Mr. T. Davis Bunn
Mr. and Mrs. James Carlson
Mr. and Mrs. Jeff Carroll
Shaun and Jennifer Whiting ’92
Casey
Mr. and Mrs. Gary Chapman
Mr. and Mrs. Gary Chapman
Mr. and Mrs. James Dean, Sr.
DGS Technologies, Inc.
Dixon Transportation, Inc.
Mr. Jo Elizabeth Dulworth
Mr. and Mrs. David Dunn
Mr. George Fagley
Mr. and Mrs. Michael W. Fee
Mr. Alfredo T. Guerra
Sheldon ’77 and Stephanie
Stephens ’78 Jensen
Mr. and Mrs. Timothy V. Johnson
Rev. and Mrs. Ron Kilpatrick
Mr. and Mrs. Lukas Kommatas
Lighthouse Point Marina
Mr. and Mrs. Fenwick Lind
Mr. and Mrs. Augusto Maldonado
Mr. and Mrs. David T. Martin
Mr. Chris Martinez ’99
Kevin ’97 and Calie Scharer ’97
McKinnon
Mr. and Mrs. R. Emmett McTigue
Minimally Invasive Surgery, Inc.
Mr. and Mrs. Scott Moss
Open-Aire/Uscoot
Mr. and Mrs. James C. Perry
Mr. and Mrs. Mike Pritchard
William J. Rand, M.D., P.A.
Mr. and Mrs. Darryl Reeder
Mr. and Mrs. Craig R. Schembri
Mr. Greg Schmidt
Mr. and Mrs. LeRoy P. Schwab
Mr. and Mrs. Kent C. Stolley
Mr. and Mrs. Miguel Tejada
Mr. and Mrs. Lorenzo Todoberto
Mr. and Mrs. Robert E. Tomlinson
Anonymous – 3
Patron’s Club
$250 - $499
123 Wash Inc.
Arpin & Sons, Inc.
Associated General Kinetics, Inc.
Mr. and Mrs. Robert D. Audet
Mr. and Mrs. John R. Baker
Mr. and Mrs. Brad Botkin
Mr. and Mrs. Brad Briggs
British Oak Ent. Inc.
Mr. James Brooks
Mr. and Mrs. James Brooks
Mr. and Mrs. Paul Buschmann
Mr. and Mrs. Charles Chubb
Mr. and Mrs. Clifford A. Collier
Mrs. Philipp Decker
Diagnostic Clinic for
Gastroenterology
Dr. and Mrs. Michael Dicken
Mr. Jerid Fisher
Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Fortier
Rev. and Mrs. E. H. Gaines
Mr. and Mrs. Thomas R. Gardner
Col. and Mrs. Alvin Goddard
Mr. and Mrs. Martin R. Goodall
Mrs. Myrtle Gresham
Mr. and Mrs. Assim Hanna
Mr. and Mrs. Layne Heise
HPE Automation Corporation
Mr. and Mrs. Adam Jacobson
Mr. and Mrs. Vincent Johnson
Mr. and Mrs. David Julian
Mr. and Mrs. Stephen E. Kahlke
Mr. and Mrs. Allan R. Kelley
Mr. and Mrs. Earl King
Mr. and Mrs. Allan Kozich
Loreen I. Kreizinger, P.A.
Mr. and Mrs. James Lane
Mr. and Mrs. Jay B. Larsen
Mr. and Mrs. John Lindsay
The Madzimoyo Foundation
Fund
Dr. and Mrs. Peter F. Merkle
Mr. and Mrs. Frank Miehle
Mr. and Mrs. Norberto Milan
Mr. and Mrs. William E. Owens
The Palm Tree Doctor
Mr. and Mrs. Dale Penttinen
Mr. and Mrs. Wayne Peterson
Mr. Jerry Pullen
Mr. and Mrs. David Reising
Mr. and Mrs. Scot Sasser
Alex and Angela Gironda ’87
Shanks
Mr. and Mrs. Scott Sherrod
Anthony Solages & Infectious
Disease Assoc.
Southern Cross Aviation, LLC
Mr. and Mrs. Michael Sparks
Mr. and Mrs. Robert M. Straeb
Ms. Joan R. Thomas
Mr. and Mrs. Scott Tilbrook
Toptainer Container Mngmt &
Sales, Florida LLC
Mr. and Mrs. Paul Warters
Mr. and Mrs. Erwin Weber
Gregory and Jennifer Taylor ’92
Williams
Anonymous – 2
Westminster Academy® Friends
$1 - $249
Dr. and Mrs. Ted Abernethy
Mr. and Mrs. Osni Aguiar
Mr. and Mrs. G. Luis Alday
All American Trailer Mfrs., Inc.
Mr. and Mrs. Leslie Allen
Mr. and Mrs. Mark Allsworth
American Recovery Specialists
Mr. Ralph O. Anderson
Mr. Scott Andrew
Mr. and Mrs. Burton Atkinson
Mr. and Mrs. Richard Atkinson
Ms. Nelyda Avellaneda
Dr. and Mrs. Manuel E. Babaian
Mr. and Mrs. Shawn Baker
Mrs. George Barbar
Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Barbar ’81
Mr. and Mrs. George Barbar ’98
Barbar Financial Solutions, Inc.
Rev. and Mrs. Richard Bartosik
Mr. and Mrs. Robert L. Barwick
Mr. and Mrs. Franclin Bataille
Mr. and Mrs. Thomas J. Battista
Mrs. June Baughman
Mr. and Mrs. Robert Baxter
Rev. and Mrs. Greg Beaupied
Mr. James Beaupied
Jason ’90 and Marcy Lowe ’90
Beaupied
Anthony and Karen Wackes ’83
Beard
Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth A. Benson
Mr. and Mrs. John M. Benton
Mrs. Solange Bernales
Mrs. Betty Bevill
Ms. Faith A. Beye
Mr. and Mrs. John Biagi
Mr. and Mrs. Wayne Billings
Mr. and Mrs. Michael E. Black
Mr. and Mrs. Peter Bloemendaal
Mr. and Mrs. John Bloomquist
Mr. and Mrs. Christian Boariu
Mr. and Mrs. Hrath Boghossian
Mrs. Rosie Boharic
Mr. and Mrs. Frank Bohlander
Mr. and Mrs. Paul R. Bohlander
Mr. and Mrs. Tommy Boland
Mr. and Mrs. Jeffrey Borton
Mr. and Mrs. Robert S. Botkin
Mr. Bill Bowen
Mr. and Mrs. Scott J. Bowen
Mr. and Mrs. Dave Boyett
Mr. Greg Boyko
Rev. and Mrs. Clay Brasington
Mr. and Mrs. William Braun
Mr. and Mrs. Stewart R. Bridges
Mrs. Nancy Britt
Mr. and Mrs. Darrel Broek
Mr. and Mrs. Johnny Brooks
Mr. and Mrs. Charles W. Brown
Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Brown
Mr. Peter M. Brundage
Mr. Benjamin Bryant ’93
Mr. and Mrs. Bruce Budd
Mr. and Mrs. David Buonomo
Mr. and Mrs. Greg Burkey
Mr. and Mrs. Shawn Burkey
Ms. Linda Burt
Mr. and Mrs. Richard Cahill
Mr. and Mrs. Jose Camejo
Mrs. Maureen Canada
Mr. and Mrs. Michael Cannon
Capex Corporation
Mrs. Barbara Caputo
Mrs. Barbara Carlen
Carnahan Proctor & Cross, Inc.
Mr. William E. Carson
Mrs. Betty Jean Carswell
Mr. and Mrs. Anthony Cerbo
Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Cerrone, III
Miss Jaclyn Clark ’01
Mr. and Mrs. Thomas E. Clark
Mr. and Mrs. Christopher Clayton
Mrs. Linda Clayton
Mrs. Barbara Collier
Mr. and Mrs. Todd Coningsby
Mrs. Jackie Cork
Mr. and Mrs. Chris Covalt
Mr. C. G. Covey ’04
Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Curry
Mr. and Mrs. Elwyn Cutler
Mrs. Jean Danner
Mrs. Helen Dargel
Data Blues Corp.
Mrs. Diane Davis
Continued
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2009–2010 DONORS
Westminster Academy® Friends
Continued
Ms. Marie DePaul
Mrs. Ann Didriksen
Mr. and Mrs. Pasquale DiMeo
Mr. and Mrs. Mark Dissette
Mr. and Mrs. G. William Doran
Dr. and Mrs. Dean Dorfman
Mr. and Mrs. Marc Douglas
Earl Dudley, Inc.
Mr. Amelie Dumeny
Mr. and Mrs. Lesley R. Duncan
Mrs. Doris F. Dunkin
Mr. and Mrs. Chuck Dunn
Mr. and Mrs. Charles Durrett
Mrs. Mary Jo Eakin
Mr. W. Craig Eakin
Mr. Brian Early
Mr. and Mrs. Jeffrey Early
Mr. Johnny C. Early
Mr. and Mrs. Larry D. Early
Ms. Linda Early
East Pompano Pediatrics P.A.
Mrs. Helen Eaton
Mrs. Susan Edgar
Mr. and Mrs. Frantz Edouard
Mr. and Mrs. Vardan
Episkoposyan
Mr. and Mrs. Olof Ericson
Mr. and Mrs. Harlan Eskridge
ExecUtech Aviation Inc.
Executives’ Assoc of Fort
Lauderdale, Inc.
Mr. and Mrs. Tom Fagley
Mr. and Mrs. Allan Fearnehough
Ms. Deborah L. Fechik
Mr. and Mrs. Daniel J. Fekete
Mr. and Mrs. Marc Feuerbach ’98
Mr. and Mrs. Stephen B. Finch
Mr. and Mrs. Jose R. Florez
FLT Geosystems
Ms. Naasha Fontaine
Food Distributors
International, Inc.
Mr. and Mrs. Shayne P. Forrester
Mrs. Marjorie Garland
Mr. and Mrs. James A. Garver
Mr. and Mrs. Anthony
Giammaresi
Mr. and Mrs. Doug Giles
Mr. and Mrs. Paul D. Glenum
Mr. and Mrs. Edgar J. Gonzalez
GoodSearch
Ms. Jennifer Gottlieb
Ms. Patricia Anne Gottlieb
Ms. Susan Gottlieb
Mrs. Linda Grabowski
Mr. and Mrs. Wayne Green
Mr. John Greene
Ms. Katharine L. Greene
Mrs. Nancy L. Greer
Mr. and Mrs. David Grimm
Mrs. Joyce C. Grothmann
Ms. Pat Haag
Mr. and Mrs. Henry Hahn
Ms. Linda Haines
Mr. and Mrs. Phil Hamilton
Mr. and Mrs. Robert Hanna
Mrs. John Harber
Mrs. Anita Harley
Mr. and Mrs. William Harley
Mr. and Mrs. Art Harrold
Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Harrold
Alan and Margaret Madonna ’87
Hatch
Mr. and Mrs. Christopher
Hazelton
Keith and Jaimie Schwietert ’78
Hebda
Ms. Marilyn E. Heinsinger
Mr. and Mrs. Matt Herren
Mr. and Mrs. William Higerd
Mr. and Mrs. Tim B. Hobson
Mrs. Eugene Holbrook
Mr. Charles B. Howell
Mr. and Mrs. Barry Huffstetler
Mr. and Mrs. Howard Huftalen
Mrs. Caryl Lynn Hunter
Mr. and Mrs. Carim O. Hyatt
The Investing Duo, LLC
Mr. and Mrs. Brian Jacobs
Ms. Doris Jacobsen
Mr. and Mrs. Edgard Jacques
Mr. Kevin R. Janser
Dr. and Mrs. Harry Jean-Baptiste
JM Family Enterprises, Inc.
Jo-An’s Papers
Capt. Brian Heaton Jones
Mrs. Mary Ann Jones
Mr. and Mrs. Gesner Joseph
Mr. and Mrs. Christopher June
Keith & Associates, Inc.
Miss Kristen Kelley ’09
Derek ’89 and Erika Murch ’90
Kelmanson
Mr. Morris R. Kent
Mr. and Mrs. Ken Key
Mr. and Mrs. Jeffrey L. Kinsey
Mr. and Mrs. John A. Kirkpatrick
Mrs. Linda Crockett ’81 Klassen
Mr. and Mrs. Seaman Knapp III
Mr. and Mrs. Ray Kochis
Mr. and Mrs. Ivan Kopas
Mr. and Mrs. John L. Korthals
Mr. Donald Kotulak
Mr. and Mrs. Oscar H. Krebs
Mr. and Mrs. Treavor Kuipers
Mr. and Mrs. Bjarne Kvingedal
Mr. and Mrs. Ernie LaMay
Mr. and Mrs. Stan Lamey
Ms. Kathryn Lancas
Mr. and Mrs. Michael Lanciault
Mr. and Mrs. Donald Larson
Mr. and Mrs. Don Law
Miss Brittany S. Lee
Mr. and Mrs. Julio Leon
Mr. and Mrs. David S. Lewis
Mrs. Erma Limanni
Mrs. Lenore Lincoln
Ms. Joanne M. Lowenthal
Miss Jessica MacClugage
Miss Christine Madonna ’02
Dr. and Mrs. John Madonna
Mr. and Mrs. David Mahoney
The Mandel Foundation
Dr. Diane Mann
Mr. and Mrs. Bill Manwell
Miss Jennifer Manwell ’01
Manwell Produce, Inc.
Mrs. Anna Marangoni
Ms. Lorraine Mark
Mr. and Mrs. Jose Marquez
Mr. and Mrs. Manuel Martinez
Mr. and Mrs. David Masters
Mr. and Mrs. Adam Masterson ’02
Mr. and Mrs. Marvin H. Mathis
Mr. and Mrs. Ed Matthews
Dr. and Mrs. Kevin McAllister
Dr. and Mrs. James McCann
Mr. and Mrs. David McCarty
Mrs. Charles McDowell
Christopher and Jennifer
Atkinson ’96 McGahey
Ms. Candice McMullen
Mr. and Mrs. Fred McMurtrey
Paul I. Meli III, MD, P.A.
Mr. Arthur S. Melvin
Miss Ann Marie Milan
Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Miller
Ms. Nikki F. Miller
Mr. Terry Miller
Mr. and Mrs. George Miseyko
Mr. and Mrs. Frank Mistretta
Ms. Joey L. Mistretta
Mr. and Mrs. Ezekiel Mitchell
Dr. and Mrs. Ronald E. Moore
Morgan & Eklund, Inc.
Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Morris
Dr. and Mrs. Lon Muncy
Ms. Faith Mungai
Mr. and Mrs. Thomas J. Murray
Mr. and Mrs. Harry Mushegan
Mr. and Mrs. Douglas Nedry
Mr. and Mrs. Tynisha A.
Nembhard
Mrs. Pauline Neuman
Mr. and Mrs. J. Daryel Newton
Mr. and Mrs. James Noonan, Jr.
Mr. and Mrs. James T. Noonan
Jerry ’94 and Christen Brasington
’94 Noonan
Mr. and Mrs. Michael Nystrum
Mr. and Mrs. John Offerdahl
Ms. Mee Hyang Oh
Mr. and Mrs. James A. Oman
OneCause
Ms. Dorothy G. Ormond
Mrs. Angelina Overk
Mr. Tony Pace
Robert ’99 and Jennifer Myers ’99
Pacienza
Ms. Kalika R. Parker
Mr. and Mrs. Donald W. Peace
Dr. and Mrs. A. Neil Pearson
Peed Computer
Mr. and Mrs. Gary Peitsch
Tom and Karin Peitsch ’85 Parke
Ms. Jeretha E. Pennington
Ms. Charlene Pennino
Dr. and Mrs. Robert Perry
Mr. and Mrs. Michael Perun
Mr. and Mrs. Michael Perun, Jr.
Mrs. Joan Petschulat
Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Philips
Mr. and Mrs. John D. Pilch
Mr. Robert J. Pitto
Mr. John Ponholzer
Mr. Carlos Pons
Mr. and Mrs. Clinton G. Powell
Miss Sandra Pratt
Ms. Jodi Recalt
Mr. and Mrs. Brandon Reineke
Ms. Ingrid Riera
Mr. and Mrs. Arthur L. Ringuette
Mr. and Mrs. Douglas Roberts
Ms. Sherryl Roberts
Mr. and Mrs. Jeffrey Rogers
Ms. Joan H. Ross
Mrs. Patricia Rothman
Dr. and Mrs. Robert M. Roush
Mr. and Mrs. Al Rovetto
Mr. and Mrs. Dale Rozell
Ms. Patricia Rudisill
Mr. and Mrs. William Runde
Mr. and Mrs. Sam Russ
Mr. and Mrs. Mark A. Russell
S & B Consulting Services Inc.
Mr. and Mrs. Diego O. Saenz
Ms. Meuy Saetern
Ms. Rebecca Saunders-Remington
Mr. and Mrs. Scott Scacciaferro
Mr. and Mrs. Eric Scallin
Mr. Robert Scaparro
Mr. and Mrs. Gianni Schapira
Mr. and Mrs. J. Evan Schmiedehaus
Mr. and Mrs. David R. Schwartz
Mr. and Mrs. Jeff Schwietert
Dominic Morrelle Collins ’99
Scicchitano
Mr. and Mrs. Gary Scott
Mr. Newman Searle
Mr. and Mrs. Jeffrey Selbach
Mrs. Susan Selimos
Mrs. Andrea Settembrino
Mrs. Sandra Sharp
Mr. and Mrs. Orlando Sharpe
Mr. and Mrs. Wayne Sherman
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Mr. and Mrs. Scott Sherrod
Winston and Katy Madonna ’89
Singh
Kim Sipowski Insurance
Agency, Inc.
Mr. and Mrs. Allen O. Smith
Mr. John Smith
Dr. and Dr. Anthony Solages
Southeastern Pump
Mrs. Kim Spadaro ’85
Mr. and Mrs. Richard Stempel
Mr. and Mrs. Robert Stevenson
Ms. Lillian Stewart
Mr. Walter Stewart
Mr. and Mrs. George Storrs
Ms. Beth Benoist Strauss
Mr. and Mrs. Richard J. Sullivan
Mrs. Helen Sutherland
Swad Auto Transporters, Inc.
Mr. and Mrs. Gilberto Talamo
Mr. and Mrs. Edward V. Tatton
Mrs. Dorothy Taylor
Mrs. Laura Testa
Dr. Adly Thebaud
Mr. Bruce Thompson ’79
Mr. and Mrs. Eric Tomczak
Topcon Sokkia
Transcription Experts, Inc.
Mr. Marcus Trein ’05
Mr. and Mrs. Curtis W. Tucker
Mr. and Mrs. Chris Ulrich
Mr. and Mrs. Ron D. Ungar
Mr. and Mrs. Johann Vaz
Mr. and Mrs. George Veenstra
Mr. and Mrs. John P. Veerling
Michael and Kristin Ensio ’82 Vick
Mr. and Mrs. Dennis W. Wagoner
Ms. Virginia Walker
Mr. and Mrs. Grant R. Wallhoff
Mrs. Helen Warters
Mrs. Betty Waterhouse
Mr. and Mrs. Randal G. Webster
Mr. and Mrs. Brandon Wells
Mr. and Mrs. Robert Wheatley
Ms. Lisa Whitelock
Mr. and Mrs. Christian M.
Whitlock
Mrs. Madeline Wickham
Mr. and Mrs. Robert Wing
Ms. Marie Witort
Mrs. Edison Yoder
George F. Young, Inc.
Anonymous – 16
All Other Donors
3C Interactive
Agape Chiropractic
Alf’s Golf Shop
All Smiles Dental
ALMA Jewelry Designs
American Twisters Gymnastics
and Cheerleading
Animal Hospital of Fort
Lauderdale
Anthony’s Runway 84
Art Stone Design
Astrid Audet Academy of Ballet
AutoNation
Mr. and Mrs. Carlos J. Ballbe
Barbara Palacios--Wallis
Enterprises
Barton & Miller Cleaners
Beverly Hills Cafe
Billing, Cochran, Heath, Lyles,
Mauro & Anderson, PA
Blue Martini
The Bookshop
Broward Center for the
Performing Arts
Ms. Barbara Brown
Brice B. Brown State Farm
Insurance
Bru’s Room Sports Grill
Burdette Beckman, Inc.
Butterfly World
Cafe’ Maxx
Cafe’ Seville
California Burgers & Shakes
California Pizza Kitchen
Camp Carolina
Carrabba’s Italian Grill
Mrs. Sally Clemens
Collier True Value Hardware
Comet Fence Corporation
Coral Ridge Country Club
Coral Ridge Yacht Club
Crown Wine & Spirits
Culligan Water Conditioning
Mr. and Mrs. Carmen A. Curro
Dance Dimensions
Daoud’s Fine Jewelry
Designs by Carol
Diamond Strike Lanes
Mr. and Mrs. Brian Doyle
Eastside Swim Team
Edwin Watts Golf Shop
Elegant Nails
Emery Behavioral Medicine
First Baptist Church of Fort
Lauderdale
Florida Marlins
Florida Panthers
Fort Lauderdale Children’s
Theatre
Fort Lauderdale Country Club
Fort Lauderdale Historical Society
FoxSea Sportsfishing
Gatortrax Adventure Tours, Inc.
Mrs. Danielle Gaudreau
Gilbert’s 17th Street Grill
GJ’s Catering Services, LLC
GraceFM (90.3)
Hair Waves Salon
Heir-a-Parent, Inc.
Ms. Kim Heistand
Robert Helmholdt, DDS
Theodore J. Hess State Farm
Insurance
Hillsboro Club
Historic Sportscar Racing, Ltd.
Institute for Mathematics and
Computer Science
J & J Snack Foods
Mr. and Mrs. Jeffrey Jacques ’94
Jamba Juice
Jewelry by Dee & Di
Johnson and Johnson Team
Realty
Jungle Island
Katydid Designs
Keys Diver
Kofsky, Hartman & Weinger, PA
Kritters Pet Grooming
Marina Larenz Photography
Steve LaVallee’s East Coast Karate
Leon Loard Oil Portraits
License to Chill
Lighthouse Graphics
Lion Country Safari
Little’s Classic American Portraits
Mr. and Mrs. Harold B. Lovell
Mr. and Mrs. Robert Mainguy
Mario’s Catalina Restaurant
Mayfair Cleaners
The Melting Pot - Fort Lauderdale
Miami City Ballet
Miami Dolphins
Miami Heat
Mom’s Kitchen
Marty Moore Massage
Museum of Art
Muvico Theaters
Naturally Creative, Inc.
Ocean Reef Club
Old Florida Seafood House
Dr. and Mrs. David Onstad
Orlando Magic
Outback Steakhouse
Outdoor Golf Media
Paradise Island Tourism
Development Association
Pepsi-Cola
Perfect Shine Auto Management
Pro-Am Dance
Publix Super Markets, Inc.
Mr. and Mrs. Doug Riedel
Rebecca Robbins
Ms. Cynthia L. Robertson
Rockstar Recording Studios
Mr. and Mrs. Jeff Rodewald
Mrs. Renee Simon Rogers
Mr. and Mrs. William Rose
Miss Joelle Ruben ’00
S. A. Chrobak, Ltd.
Salon East 1662
Judi Schaffer, OD
Mr. and Mrs. Stephen G. Shade
Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Siciliano
Hank Sipowski Insurance, Inc.
Skin Care by Angelina
Mr. and Mrs. Lon Smith
Smokey Bones Barbeque & Grill
Sports Turf Athletic Facilities &
Services
Dave Summerill Photography
Sunrise Cinemas
Sunshine School Uniforms
Surf World
Mrs. Peng Teh
Thai Spice Restaurant
TooJays Gourmet Deli
Tracy Carroll Salon
Mr. and Mrs. John Trephan
Vito’s Gourmet Pizza
The Walking Company
Wannado City
Wash A Rama
Brent and Megan Wackes ’00
Wells
Mr. and Mrs. Tod Weston
Wings N’ Things
Worth Repeating, Inc.
Young at Art Children’s Museum
Zebedee Productions, Inc.
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2009-2010
In Memoriam
Dick and
Vivian
MacDonald
moved to Fort
Lauderdale in
1962.
Following an
EE visit led by
Dr. Kennedy,
both made a
profession of faith and joined
Coral Ridge Presbyterian Church
in January 1963. Dick became
involved in the chancel choir and
Vivian assisted in a Sunday School
class for 4-year-olds. Their home
was always open to visiting EE
trainees, missionaries, guest
speakers, and musicians who
visited the church.
Their three daughters, Vicki
(McKay), Karen (Hayes), and Lisa
(Brown), pursued careers in
Christian education. Dick and
Vivian strongly believed in the
concept of Christian education,
and the opportunity it afforded to
equip students both academically
and spiritually. They joined the
Headmaster’s Council at its
inception in 1983, and remained
faithful in their support of the
school throughout their lifetimes.
Dick and Vivian were blessed to
see all nine of their South Florida
grandchildren graduate from
Westminster Academy®. Following
a battle with lymphoma, Dick
passed away on April 14, 2010.
Nine weeks later, on June 23,
Vivian passed away. We rejoice in
the fact that both have been
reunited with loved ones in their
new heavenly home to serve the
Savior they so dearly loved.
MEMORIALS
In Memory of Mrs. Norma Anderson
Rev. and Mrs. Richard Bartosik
Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth A. Benson
Mr. and Mrs. John Bloomquist
Ms. Doris Jacobsen
Mr. and Mrs. Oscar H. Krebs
Dr. and Mrs. A. Neil Pearson
In Memory of Mrs. Meg Beaupied
Christopher and Jennifer Atkinson ’96
McGahey
In Memory of Mr. Ladd Brown
Mr. and Mrs. James Ambrose
In Memory of Mrs. Sandra Carlson
In Memory of Mr. Robert Collier
Mrs. Rosie Boharic
Mr. and Mrs. Robert S. Botkin
Mrs. Nancy Britt
Mr. and Mrs. Johnny Brooks
Mrs. Catherine B. Correa
Mrs. Jean Danner
Mrs. Mary Jo Eakin
Mrs. Helen Eaton
Mr. and Mrs. Stephen B. Finch
Mr. and Mrs. James A. Garver
Mr. and Mrs. Wayne Green
Ms. Pat Haag
Mr. and Mrs. Henry Hahn
Mrs. John Harber
Mr. and Mrs. William Higerd
Mrs. Eugene Holbrook
Mr. Kevin R. Janser
Mr. and Mrs. Bjarne Kvingedal
Mr. and Mrs. James Lane
Mrs. Anna Marangoni
Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Miller
Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Morris
Mr. and Mrs. Donald W. Peace
Mr. and Mrs. Arthur L. Ringuette
Mrs. Dorothy Taylor
Anonymous Donor – 1
In Memory of Mr. Dick and
Mrs. Vivian MacDonald
Mr. Ralph O. Anderson
David and Laura Brash '87 Bishop
Mrs. Owen Braun
Carnahan Proctor & Cross, Inc.
Mr. William E. Carson
Mrs. Jean Danner
Earl Dudley, Inc.
Mr. and Mrs. Daniel J. Fekete
FLT Geosystems
Mrs. Joyce C. Grothmann
Ms. Marilyn E. Heinsinger
Mr. and Mrs. Gilbert Hyatt
Keith & Associates, Inc.
Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Kent
Mr. and Mrs. Seaman Knapp III
Leica Geosystems Inc.
Mrs. Peggy Madonna
Morgan & Eklund, Inc.
Mr. and Mrs. Bruce Nichols
Dr. and Mrs. Robert M. Roush
Mr. and Mrs. Mark A. Russell
Mr. and Mrs. Richard J. Sullivan
Topcon Sokkia
Miss Holly Wettrich '83
George F. Young, Inc.
Mr. and Mrs. Edwin Zei
In Memory of Mr. Mike Proko
In Memory of Mrs. Doris Tannhauser
Kraft Foods Matching Gifts Program
Pfizer Foundation
Mr. and Mrs. James Tannhauser
In Memory of Dr. Stephan Tchividjian
Mr. Morris R. Kent
In Memory of Mrs. Brenda Tucker
Mr. and Mrs. William E. Owens
In Memory of Mr. Lee Eaton
In Memory of Dr. D. James Kennedy
Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Eldridge
HONORS
In Memory of Rev. Robert Koren
Mrs. Catherine B. Correa
In Honor of David and
Michael Luzinski
Mr. and Mrs. William Tulloss
Running the Race
David Wilson ’83
Anne Wiper ’81 is a prime example of a
woman who did not let an injury hurt her
future. Having attended Westminster
Academy® in its inaugural year, Anne was a part of
the first cross country team. The girls who formed
the team were already friends and had a strong
bond with one another that grew as the season
progressed. Coach Ken Key recalls that out of
all the girls on the team, “Anne was the most
independent and personally self-confident.”
These characteristics blossomed as she moved
to Colorado in her eighth grade year.
In a recent Christmas message, alumnus Reverend David Wilson ’83
encouraged his congregation from Psalm 119:17-29, where the
psalmist requests boldly of God to, “Deal bountifully with your
servant.” Comparing this request to Christmas lists received from
his own children gave him an even greater perspective on the
inconceivable love of God toward His undeserving children.
Youngsters often request outlandish, unattainable gifts from their
parents, and yet the God of the universe, in His sovereignty as the
author of Scripture, encourages His children to request out of His
“bounty” the “impossible gifts” of living and keeping God’s Word.
Anne continued to run in Colorado, but tore
her ACL as she was mounting a ski lift. For
an active athlete like Anne, tearing her
ACL was devastating news. After six
intense months of physical therapy,
Anne resumed her active lifestyle. But
“The values and
the biggest accomplishment that
integrity that I
Anne reached was from 1993 to
live by were
1997, when she managed the
reinforced in a
European running business for Nike.
daily way from
Having a strong running background,
the community
Anne knew exactly what kind of
of the church,
ideas to promote in the business.
teachers and
Without the solid education and lifecurriculum at
lessons that Westminster instilled in
WA.”
her, Anne believes she would not
—Anne Wiper
have accomplished what she has
today. “The values and integrity that I
live by were reinforced in a daily way
from the community of the church, teachers and
curriculum,” recalls Anne.
Coach Key strongly believes that the discipline needed
for cross country develops a strong character, a positive
attitude, and success further in life. Currently, Anne is
the vice president of SmartWool, a company that
specializes in manufacturing wool hiking and ski socks.
She lives in Colorado with her husband and two high
school sons, who are both very active with snowboarding
and skateboarding.
Reverend Wilson and his wife, Angela, have five children ranging in
age from seventeen to eight. Nate, Sam, Emma Kate, Ben and Calvin
are all homeschooled by their mother, who has a degree in English
Literature.
Since his days at Westminster Academy®, Wilson has always wanted
to be in the ministry. After a few years of serving at Old Cutler
Presbyterian Church in Miami, Wilson went on to earn a Master in
Divinity degree from the Reformed Seminary in Orlando. He then
began working with Reformed University Fellowship at Georgia
Southern. Starting a church has always been a dream of his, which
was realized four years ago when he and his family moved to Texas
and planted a church in Denton, Texas. God’s plan was perfect as
Wilson’s passion is working with college students, and Denton
Presbyterian is right in the middle of a college town.
Wilson
encourages
others to
experience the
bountiful gifts of
Jesus, Who “keeps
God’s Word
perfectly and says
that we get credit
for it as if we had
done it ourselves.”
Wilson’s prayer
for others is that
they might know
and treasure God’s bounty in their hearts. To learn more about
Wilson’s ministry, please visit his church website at
www.dentonpres.org.
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Alumni
Phil Hopkins, Jr. ’84
After graduating from Westminster
Academy®, Phil Hopkins attended the
University of Central Florida, Florida
State University, and North Carolina’s
Campbell University.
Currently living in Nashville,
Tennessee, Phil reviews physicians’
prescriptions, making sure the dose is
appropriate for the patient and
informing patients about their
illness. He is also the Nashville health
examiner, writing weekly articles for
Examiner.com.
Three distinct teachers from
Westminster left a memorable
impression on Phil. Mr. Rob Joynt
made history interesting with his
sense of irony. During a brief time,
Phil taught Humanities and adapted
his style of teaching to that of Mr.
Joynt’s. Hopkins fondly remembers
Reverend James Watson and his
words, “observing the book of Luke,”
not just reading it. And lastly, Miss
Carol Neal presented Phil with the
first writing job for the 1979 Optime,
for which he is grateful.
Congratulations to WA Alumni
Kevin Chapman ’06 and Matt
den Dekker ’06 —Drafted in
the MLB Draft!
WA alumni and University of Florida
baseball players Kevin Chapman and
Matt den Dekker have been drafted in
the second day of the major league
baseball draft.
Kevin Chapman
Chapman was
selected in the fourth
round by the Kansas
City Royals, while
den Dekker was
taken in the fifth
round by the New
York Mets. These
baseball players
attended
WA
together,
the
University
of Florida
together,
and are
cousins!
Matt den Dekker
Phil is still a single man who lives
with his dog, “who resembles a pony
and thinks he is human.” He visits
the rest of his family a couple times
a year.
“It’s one, two, three strikes
you’re out,” is a familiar
theme for alumna Sidney
Burns. Burns, a junior at
Milligan College in
Elizabethton, Tennessee, hit
a milestone in her pitching
career in April, becoming the
all-time record holder for
strikeouts. Burns broke a 16year standing record,
breaking 517 strikeouts in a
softball game against the
Lady Crusaders of North
Greenville University. Burns
has been chasing this record
since her freshman year and
is proud of the fact that it
only took her two-and-a-half years to catch it.
She will have another season to add to her
record, making it a hard catch for the next
pitchers of Milligan.
Burns, a highly recruited pitcher out of high
school, chose Milligan College to continue her
educational and softball career. She has been
extremely successful under head coach Wes
Holly. “She is just an absolute coach’s dream
who brings a wealth of talent to our team,” said
Holly.
Burns has twice earned the title of
Appalachian Athletic Conference (AAC)
pitcher of the year and is also a two time AllAAC First Team selection. Never resting on her
achievements, Burns continues to chase school
records.
Ginny Mooney ’85 Withrow
Ginny Mooney ’85 Withrow is the
mom of Azalea (7) and Asher (5). She
is a freelance writer and television
producer. She is currently working on
an apologetics book entitled, 7 Good
Reasons You Already Know to Believe.
You can read her recent article on the
Christian Post blog by going to
http://www.christianpost.com/blogs/.
Ginny lives in Port St. Lucie, Florida
with her children. She can be reached
at ginmooney1@aol.com.
Sidney Burns ’07
Ginny Mooney ’85 Withrow with her children
Poised to becoming an Academic All-American
this year, Burns has been successful in the
classroom as well. She credits Westminster
Academy® with her start is public relations,
noting that she carried those skills with her to
college. She recently interned at Mountain
State Health writing press releases, which led
to summer employment. She also did public
relations work for the Chamber of Commerce.
“WA helped to nurture her along the way and
that foundation has helped her stay true to her
faith while having a great time in college,” said
Sidney’s mother, Linda. Congratulations,
Sidney, on your athletic and academic
accomplishments!
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Alumni
An Interview with Matthew Kaye ’06
What is your role in the military?
I’m an infantryman in a mountain warfare unit. The mission of
the infantry is to close with the enemy by means of fire and
maneuver to defeat or capture him, or to repel his assault by
fire, close combat, and counterattack. Being from a mountain
unit, we’ve been trained to thrive in an environment that
others would call hostile. But over here it has a different
meaning. With the COIN fight (counter insurgency), my job in
part is to follow on and assist Afghan National Security forces
(the Afghan National Army and the Afghan National Police) in
conducting combat operations. All of our missions are
conducted with ANA and ANP personnel at our side to help the
local nationals build trust and confidence in their new
government. We’ve helped train them, we’ve mentored them,
and we’ve had our share of combat together. The other part of
my job is as an intelligence analyst.
Where are you stationed?
I am stationed in Regional Command East in Parwan Province,
Afghanistan. Back in the States, my unit is based out of
Lyndonville, Vermont.
Who were some teachers who were
instrumental in your life?
There’s one thing I have to say. Thank you to all of my English
teachers for forcing me to write all of those English research
papers! Mrs. Fagley, Dr. Reeves, Mr. Briggs and Mrs. Breslin,
particularly. Since I’ve been doing intel debriefs, I’ve probably
written twice as many papers that I wrote in high school, and
the ability to convey a point or opinion that goes as high as a
division commander’s desk could mean the difference between
life and death for a lot of people on the ground. That’s a skill all
my English teachers helped me develop.
How have you grown spiritually?
It may sound cliché to say, “There’re no atheists in foxholes,”
but the truth is, sometimes, it takes a trip to a war zone to
realize you can’t make it in life without faith. I see Afghans who
have nothing but a mud hut and a small bit of land, and that’s
their livelihood. If their harvest is meager, or if the Taliban or
Haqqani destroys their crops, they just shrug and say, “It’s God’s
will.” I see people who have nothing but their faith and I have
to ask myself, what would I do if I were them? I can’t control
what happens to one. Sometimes it feels like trying to fly a
plane through fog. So we put our faith and trust in Him
because He is here with us, though we don’t always feel it. I
have Psalm 27 written on the inside of my helmet. It reminds
me that the Lord is my light and my salvation. Whom shall I
fear? When things get hot, I only have three things to rely on:
my team, my training, and my faith. The Army taught me to
rely on the first two. Afghanistan taught me to rely on all three.
You may reach Matt at:
SPC. Matthew D. Kaye
Company Intelligence Support Team
C-Troop, 1/172nd Cavalry
Task Force Morgan
86th Infantry Brigade Combat Team (MOUNTAIN)
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Alumni
2009
Alumni
Chapel
Rob Pacienza ’99 opening chapel
Carol Neal
Your
“Teacher of
the Year”
Congratulations
to Miss Carol
Neal for being
named “Teacher
of the Year” by the WA alumni!
Carol has served the school for
39 years, and is best
remembered for her deep love
for Evangelisim Explosion, the
incredible yearbooks her staff
produces, and taking her classes
to the circus!
Congratulations, Miss Neal!
“I am so incredibly proud
to see the warm, gentle
and Christ-like men and
women our alumni have
become.”
—Carol Neal
I
n December 2009 Westminster Academy® hosted an Alumni Chapel, where past
graduates were invited to come “home” and lead chapel in all areas including
announcements, worship and the message. Three highlights of the morning included
input from Rob Pacienza ’99, Chris Carneal ’98, and Dwight Rogers ’01.
Pacienza, who opened chapel by sharing announcements, is a Fort Lauderdale resident
who currently serves as Director of Inreach at Coral Ridge Presbyterian Church. Pacienza
is married to his best friend and former high school sweetheart, Jennifer Myers ’99, both
of whom have ministered for many years to local youth and families. When asked what
it felt like to address students at WA, Pacienza responded with excitement, “The students
are an encouragement to me. I think Westminster has some of the greatest students around...
talented, inspired and full of enthusiasm.” In looking back over his years in high school at
WA, Pacienza spoke highly of the commitment that the teachers had to help students
identify their gifts and talents to be used to further Christ’s Kingdom. “Westminster gave
me so many incredible opportunities to thrive and I am the person I am today because of it,” said
Pacienza.
Chapel continued with worship led by
Dwight Rogers ’01. Rogers was on staff at
First Baptist Church of Fort Lauderdale after
graduating from college. Rogers is currently
living in Texas where he attends Dallas
Theological Seminary. Rogers praised the
Lord with uplifting music and thanked WA
for giving him such a strong foundation on
which to build.
“My heritage was tremendously
impacted by Westminster
Academy® and I am extremely
thankful to all who led and
mentored me at WA.”
—Chris Carneal ’98
The message was then delivered by Chris Carneal ’98. Carneal, married to WA alumna
Lyndie Hiler ’98, makes his home in Atlanta, Georgia, with his wife and two daughters,
Grace, age four, and Emma, age two. Carneal laughed about the fact that Lyndie’s locker
was next to his, but they did not start dating until after their first year of college, attesting
to the fact that persistence wins! A 2002 graduate of Samford University, Carneal went on
to Southern Seminary in Louisville, Kentucky, for a Master of Divinity. Carneal is the
founder and president of Boosterthon, which serves 350 schools a year through a fitnessfunding event that teaches leadership development and character lessons. Founded in
2002, Boosterthon has raised over $52,000,000 for schools nationwide, and has the
distinct mission of hiring young Christian men to disciple and develop leadership skills
that will ultimately change the world. Though not the church planter that he thought he
would be after seminary, Carneal’s Change the World (CTW) Foundation has ministered
to thousands in various kingdom initiatives. Carneal encouraged the students to live a
Gospel-centered life with “no regrets,” and added three challenges that he wishes
someone would have told him back in high school: 1. Whatever we do in life, we are
always in ministry; 2. One’s identity is in Christ alone; and 3. The Gospel is not only for
salvation, but for every aspect of life. “As I look for schools for my girls, the options are always
compared to WA. My heritage was tremendously impacted by Westminster Academy® and I am
extremely thankful to all who led and mentored me at WA,” shared Carneal.
Following chapel, the alumni initiated their first “Teacher of the Year” award. The welldeserving recipient was Miss Carol Neal, who has taught and ministered to students at
Westminster for 39 years. “This was so unexpected and I was so humbled and touched by the
way the student body responded as well. I could not have been more thankful or gratified,” said
Neal.
The Alumni Chapel was an uplifting time to head into the Christmas break, as well as an
encouragement to press on and lead godly lives for Christ as a new year was beginning.
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Alumni
Faith Thompson ’06
Faith is a recent graduate of the University
of Central Florida with a double major in
Finance and Real Estate. Faith attributes a
large portion of her success in college to the
education she received, friendships she
made, and values instilled in her while at
Westminster Academy®. Starting at an early
age, her teachers encouraged and motivated
her to work hard, which helped establish
her strong work ethic and served as a
foundation for the rest of her academic life and growing
professional career.
At UCF Faith was a founding member and vice president of the
Real Estate Academic Leaders. Through her involvement in
numerous trade organizations, Faith has earned numerous
awards including the NAIOP Best of the Best Student award,
CFCAR Real Estate Essay Scholarship, NAIOP Jim Brown
Scholarship, and CREW Scholarship.
Faith was selected along with fellow Westminster alumna
Lindsay Jatoft ’06 to attend the 2009 CREW convention in
Boston, Massachusetts, and the 2010 ICSC Convention in Las
Vegas to represent UCF and their respective companies.
Faith had the opportunity to intern at three companies, which
led her to realize that she had a passion for the real estate
business. In April 2009 Faith received an internship with NAI
Realvest, the second largest commercial brokerage firm in central
Florida. Since working at NAI Realvest, Faith has assisted in
developing a corporate intern program.
Chris Coney ’06
Chris Coney,
senior running
back at Union,
was the leading
rusher in the
Liberty League
and ranked #7 in
the NCAA Division III.
Chris finished his career with 4,091 yards,
becoming only the second Dutchman ever to
record 4,000 career yards. He had 19 career
100-yard rushing games, including six this
season. Coney had 232 yards vs. Merchant
Marine, 197 against Rochester and 192 in his
final game at Springfield.
The 2010 Liberty League End of Season Awards
named Chris the “Offensive Player of the Year.”
Chris received All-County recognition for his
final three seasons at Westminster Academy®.
He scored 11 touchdowns and rushed for 1,100
yards in his senior season. Chris played in the
Broward Bowl All-Star game for small schools
and scored on a 65-yard touchdown run.
Faith became a sales and leasing
associate at NAI Realvest after
graduating from UCF. She specializes
in representing tenants seeking office
space to lease or purchase, and is also
responsible for new business
development, market research, and
financial analysis.
Faith feels very blessed to have
learned fundamental values that have
motivated her throughout her
academic and young professional life.
She also feels honored to have
attended a school where she made
such long lasting and encouraging
friendships. “The majority of my friends
from Westminster attended UCF and we
were always there to support one another,
to encourage each other to get good
grades, work hard at our jobs, and assist
each other in spiritual and personal
growth,” Faith shares.
Alumni Association and Class Representatives
The Alumni Association Board members and class representatives met for a
barbeque and planning meeting. Please contact Laura Brash ’87 Bishop at
bishopl@wacad.edu if you’d like to be a part of the Alumni Association.
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Alumni
The Alumni Association Cares for
WA Alumni with Care Packages
Homecoming on the Road—
Boston!
Alumni and their children enjoyed a
biking tour of Boston, Massachusetts, as
they gathered for “Homecoming on the
Road––Boston!” Erica Hall,
daughter of Sandy Smith ’85
Hall said, “Seeing WA alumni
gather together and enjoy stories
about their time at WA made me
appreciate my school even more!”
Alumni vs. Faculty
Basketball Game
The Westminster Academy®
gymnasium was the place to be on
Friday, January 29, 2010. Beginning
with a PTF-hosted “tailgate party,”
guests enjoyed free hamburgers and
hotdogs as alumni, faculty, students and
parents mingled before the big game.
“The main topic of conversation at the
tailgate party was with alumni determining
how many points we were going to beat the
faculty by,” said Alumni Coach Fred
Roccanti ’77.
A heated battle took place on the gym
floor as the lead switched back and
forth between faculty and alumni, but
the alumni prevailed for the third year
in a row! Faculty player Steve Kitchens
said, “It was great seeing the alumni come
home to participate in such a fantastic
game. The faculty looks forward to a
rematch next year.”
Mrs. Sandy Smith ’85 Hall’s first grade class, in conjunction with the
Westminster Academy® Alumni Association, has created a special ministry for
our alumni. Current WA alumni college students may request a care package,
and Mrs. Hall’s class prepares, packages and delivers the special packages.
Complete with drawings and messages from WA students, cookies from the
cafeteria, Bible verses, and notes of encouragement, the care packages are a hit!
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Alumni
Alumni vs. Faculty
Softball
Alumni enjoyed taking on the
WA faculty at the alumni vs.
faculty softball game held at
the West Campus Athletic
Complex. The faculty enjoyed
their first win over alumni with
some great hitting and a highscoring game. The alumni and
faculty enjoyed a barbeque
afterwards with the WA
community.
Alumni vs. Faculty
Flag Football
Alumni enjoyed coming home to
take on the WA faculty in a
friendly game of flag football.
After a fiercely fought battle, the
alumni prevailed over the faculty.
Ehren Wallhoff ’91 said, “It is
great to be part of a school
community where students want to
come home, fellowship with fellow
alumni and former teachers, and
play the great game of football!”
Upcoming Events
Alumni Association Monthly Luncheons at the
Coral Ridge Country Club
Join fellow alumni at the monthly Alumni Association luncheon, held the
second Tuesday of the month beginning September through May. The alumni
lunch is held at the Coral Ridge Country Club at 3801 Bayview Drive, Fort
Lauderdale, from noon to 1:00 p.m., and is complimentary. There is a time of
fellowship, as well as a keynote speaker. For more information please contact
Laura Brash ’87 Bishop at bishopl@wacad.edu or at 954.771.4615, ext. 2637.
Year-End Giving—
Helping our Alma
Mater
We at Westminster Academy®
are working hard to ensure
that future generations will
be able to benefit from the
same Christ-centered
foundation that we as alumni
received at Westminster. If
you would like to help us
continue the WA legacy,
please go to www.wacad.edu
to make your year-end gift.
WESTMINSTER ACADEMY®
Non-Profit Org.
U.S. Postage
Div. of Coral Ridge Presbyterian Church, Inc.
5601 North Federal Highway
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33308
PAID
Ft. Lauderdale, FL
Permit No. 1795
Friday, February 25, 2011
Westin Fort Lauderdale
400 Corporate Drive, Fort Lauderdale
Honorary Guests Ken and Ruth Wackes
We look forward to this wonderful time of fellowship as together we benefit our school!
To volunteer, sponsor or RSVP, please e-mail
Laura Bishop at bishopl@wacad.edu.

Westminster Academy® AYearinReview 2009–2010

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