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LOWER SCHOOL NEWS
Homework Kiosks
As a reminder, makeup work will be placed in the Pick Up kiosk for parents to pick up two times a day using the access code 1321. Work for kindergarten, first, and second graders will be available at 1:15 p.m. every day and work for third through sixth graders will be available daily at 3:15 p.m. The Drop Off kiosk can be utilized for returning completed work using the same access code. Please contact Teresa Eyrich with questions.
Westminster Spirit Day
Friday, January 21
As a part of Westminster’s homecoming, Lower School students may wear a Westminster shirt and jeans with no rips, holes, or tears to school on Friday, January 21.
Lower School Volunteer Opportunity
If you would like to volunteer to assist with Friday morning carpool, please sign up here.
UPPER SCHOOL NEWS
Senior College Sweatshirts
As has been Westminster's tradition in the Upper School, beginning second semester seniors are allowed to wear college sweatshirts as approved outerwear.
Service Opportunity with Urban Hope
Nursery at Urban Hope Community Church
If your student is interested in volunteering, please click here to sign up.
Girls That Rock!
Rock Climbing Club for 6 - 8 Grade Girls
Interested in rock climbing? Let us know if you’d like to join the girls rock climbing club for 6 - 8 grade girls at Highpoint Climbing Gym. For more information on this potential club, email Cody Baxter.
College Advising Parent Meeting
Thursday, January 13 at 7:00 p.m. in OMPC's C-243
Parents of Freshmen and Sophomores, come join Mrs. Brannan and Mrs. Fulcher to hear more about the college admissions process.
Game Club Meeting
Friday, January 14 at 1:00 p.m.
The game club is meeting next Friday after school until 2:30 p.m. Bring your own lunch, and meet Mrs. Zaccagni in Mr. Leithart's room. If you have questions, email Mrs. Zaccagni.
Homecoming Week
January 18 - 22
You'll find more information below.
Senior Girls Mother/ Daughter Event
Monday, January 24 at 6:00 p.m.
Email Cathye Price for more information.
Fine Arts Master Class and Auditions for Spring Play
Saturday, January 29
Learn more here.
Junior Parent Meeting
Monday, January 31 at 7:00 p.m. in the Upper School Atrium
We will discuss college advising in the second semester and also how to plan for the summer before senior year and what to expect fall semester of senior year. We will also answer any questions about the Faye Nichols ACT prep course/ upcoming ACT test. Minutes from this meeting will be sent out for those who can't attend.
CTP5 Testing for 7 - 10 Grades
January 31 - February 4
Junior ACT Prep Course
January 31 - February 4
Senior Retreat
Rescheduled to Tuesday through Thursday, February 1 - 3
House Announcements
Burns Knight Week/ Homecoming Celebration
Our 3rd Annual Burns Knight Week | Westminster Homecoming Celebration is around the corner, January 18 - 22. The week is filled with activities and events involving the whole Upper School with competitions between the grade-levels and the Houses. Visit the links to access five documents that provide the details for the following:
- A Rationale for the "Why" Burns Knight Week Homecoming
- Burns Knight Week | Westminster Homecoming Celebration At A Glance (an itinerary for the week)
- Information about the Community Events
- Information about the Dress-Up Days
- Information about the Games
The only events that the Middle School do not participate in are the Burns Knight Dinners and the Burns Knight Dance on January 22.
ATHLETIC NEWS
UPPER SCHOOL ATHLETICS
BASKETBALL
All Westminster students and faculty get into home basketball games for free. Tickets for home and away games can be purchased here.
Tuesday, January 11 @ Samford
- Junior Varsity Boys vs. Altamont: 4:30 p.m.
- Varsity Boys vs. Altamont: 6:00 p.m.
- Varsity Girls vs. Leeds: 7:00 p.m.
Friday, January 14 vs. Midfield @ Samford
- Junior Varsity: 4:30 p.m.
- Varsity Girls: 5:45 p.m.
- Varsity Boys: 7:00 p.m.
INDOOR TRACK
Tickets can be purchased here.
Saturday, January 8: Icebreaker Meet @ Birmingham Crossplex
2337 Bessemer Rd, Birmingham, AL 35208
Tuesday, January 11: JV Meet #2 @ Birmingham Crossplex
2337 Bessemer Rd, Birmingham, AL 35208
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