Westminster Academy (Florida)
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| Motto | "Sole Gloria Deo" (Latin: For God's Glory Alone) |
|---|---|
| Established | 1971 |
| Type | Private |
| Religious affiliation | Presbyterian |
| President | Rev. Greg Beaupied |
| Principal | Mr. Ray Kochis |
| Campus Director | Mr. Guy Metzger |
| Dean | Mr. Mike Critch |
| Founder | Dr. D. James Kennedy |
| Faculty | 80 |
| Students | 382 (9-12) 1001 (total) |
| Grades | Pre-K-12 |
| Location | Fort Lauderdale, Florida, USA |
| Accreditation | Southern Association of Colleges and Schools |
| Colors | Blue and White |
| Mascot | Lions |
| Yearbook | Optime |
| National ranking | U.S. Department of Education’s Excellence in Education Award |
| Website | www.wacad.edu |
Westminster Academy is a Pre-K-12 school in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Closely affiliated with Coral Ridge Presbyterian Church, D. James Kennedy founded Westminster Academy in 1971. The school has nearly 1000 student enrolled from pre-primary through the 12th grade.
[edit] Athletics
Westminster Academy has a long history of athletics, including many state championships in various sports. Selected highlights include:
- State championship in football in 1990 with a team that featured future Florida State University and NFL quarterback Danny Kanell.
- Boys state basketball championship in 2002 featuring future University of Florida point guard Taurean Green.
[edit] See also
- WAFG (radio station owned by the Westminster Academy)
