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Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Diversity Statement At Westminster School, diversity encompasses respect, compassion, engagement and growth. Through diversity, we embrace intellectual curiosity, cultivate empathy for those around us, and seek the courage to overcome whatever challenges we may face on our own or in support of othe ...
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Greg Williams
News • 3/27/2020
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Important Dates 2023-24
As in past years, these arrival and departure times result from our effort to ease travel plans for students at the start of vacations, especially for those who live a distance from Westminster. Apart from family emergencies or disasters, we expect students to arrive by the expected day and hour an ...
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Dala to Perform at Westminster School
News • 4/26/2016
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Visiting Writers Program
Michael Cervas Visiting Writers Program The Michael Cervas Visiting Writers Program is named in honor of Michael Cervas who taught English from 1986-2020 and who initiated two longstanding visiting writers programs: The Westminster Poet Series and the Friday Nights at Westminster series of readings ...
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Sports Highlights 04.18.16
News • 4/18/2016
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Sports Highlights 04.10.16
News • 4/12/2016
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Admissions Welcome
Welcome! Thank you for your interest in Westminster School! Westminster is a small school, with big opportunities. There are opportunities to challenge yourself, to try something new and to form lifelong relationships. Most importantly, there are opportunities to not only be a part of a commu ...
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Sports Highlights 01.25.16
News • 1/25/2016
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Parents Committee
Parents Committee Parents Committee volunteers engage families with the school community, encourage participation in giving to The Westminster Fund and support a transformational student experience. Through service and philanthropy, Parents Committee members embody Westminster School ...
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Sports Highlights 12.15.2014
News • 12/15/2014
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Academic Support
Academic Support at Westminster School The human brain is capable of so many amazing things and with the right tools and strategies, anyone can learn how to improve their academic skills, understand and remember more information, and increase their knowledge base. Westminster’s Academic Suppo ...
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Standardized Test Prep
SAT/ACT Preparation Westminster School offers options for SAT and ACT preparation. Students who prefer individual or small group test preparation are invited to meet remotely via Zoom or on campus with educators Vicki Saucier or Stu Radin . These seasoned educators provide highly indivi ...
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Register for Parents' Weekend 2007
News • 9/15/2007
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Something Rotten (Winter 2022)
Something Rotten Text February 18-19, 2022 at 7:30 p.m. February 20, 2022 at 2 p.m. Werner Centennial Theater Stuck in the shadow of a Renaissance rock star known as “The Bard,” two brothers, Nick and Nigel Bottom, set out to write the world’s first musical. But amid the sc ...
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Commencement Class of 2024
Commencement Weekend Schedule Thursday, May 23, 2024 7:30 p.m. Spring Festival of the Arts , Werner Centennial Center Required school appointment for all students (exam dress). Parents are invited to attend. Friday, May 24, 2024 2 p.m. Spring Awards Ceremony , Commencement Lawn Required school appo ...
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College Counseling
The college application process represents a significant aspect of the Westminster School experience that incorporates what students have learned about the world and themselves, both in and out of the classroom, and helps to guide decisions throughout the college process. While students and familie ...
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The College Process Podcast
The College Process: Episode 1 In this episode, Fifth Form student Miguel de la Fe sits down with Greg Williams, Director of College Counseling, to answer Miguel’s questions about the college process at Westminster School. Below are timecode marks to allow easy access to questions. Vie ...
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Visit Westminster
Location Westminster School is located in Simsbury, Connecticut approximately 12 miles north of Hartford. Our campus, on 200-forested acres, is situated atop Williams Hill overlooking the Farmington River and downtown Simsbury — a quintessential New England town. Bradley International Airport ...
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Faculty & Staff
If you know the department that a person is associated with, use that option for your search. If you know only a last name, use the rightmost option, which is a pop-up alphabetical menu. Select a department or last name: Department Select Department English History Languages Mathematics Science Vis ...
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Team Pages
Fall Sports List of 6 items. Cross Country (Boys) Varsity JV Cross Country (Girls) Varsity JV Field Hockey Varsity JV Third Soccer (Boys) Varsity JV Third Fourth Soccer (Girls) Varsity JV Third Water Polo (Boys) Varsity Winter Sports List of 8 items. Basketball (Boys) Varsity JV Third Basketball (G ...
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Campus Tour
Westminster School is at its core a community, and best highlighted through personal interactions. This being the case, we very much hope you will stop by for a visit. For information about scheduling a visit, please click here . In the meantime, please enjoy these videos. Student-Gu ...
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Trustees & Fellows
John S. Armour ’76 Emeritus Park City, Utah Elisabeth M. Armstrong P’04, ’06, ’07 Emerita Dallas, Texas Jeff Artis ’72 Atlanta, Ga. Stephen W. Bailey ’89, P’21 McLean, Va. Elisabeth Gailun Baird ’98, P’26, ’26 New Cana ...
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Curriculum
View Our Curriculum School Level School Year Department Select Department English History Languages Mathematics Science Visual and Performing Arts Advanced Placement Courses Core Courses and Electives English, mathematics, language, history, science, and the visual and performing arts have specific ...
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Technology
Technology Support The staff of the Technology Department provides teachers and students with the support and electronic tools that will enrich their educational experience. This is achieved by providing information access through a reliable network infrastructure, by enhancing communication throug ...
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Dorm Life
A Seamless Transition Westminster views residential life as an extension of our core value, community. Beginning in the Third Form year when all Third Formers live together and continuing into the Sixth Form year when our oldest, most mature students live among younger students and act as role mode ...
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Theater
PROGRAM The theater program at Westminster offers students the opportunity to experience all aspects of theatrical performance and production in the theoretical setting of the classroom and the practical arena of our department productions. CLASSROOM Classroom offerings consist of three levels of t ...
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Afternoon Arts
Arts Beyond the Classroom Highlighting our commitment to helping students explore their creativity, Westminster offers several exciting after-classes programs in the arts. Whether a student is the lead in the fall drama or the winter musical, the passionate photographer who dutifully attends every ...
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Affording Westminster
Affording Westminster A Westminster education is a significant financial investment, but one that reaps immeasurable lifetime benefits. Westminster is committed to making it financially possible for each student who is admitted to live, study and succeed at one of the nationR ...
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Mission & Values
Mission Statement The Westminster community inspires young men and women of promise to cultivate a passion for learning, explore and develop diverse talents in a balanced program, to reach well beyond the ordinary, to live with intelligence and character, and to commit to a life of service beyond s ...
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Strength & Conditioning
Strength and Conditioning (S&C) at Westminster is designed to introduce our student-athletes to functional strength training and conditioning in a way that develops the athlete as a person. Student-athletes learn how to perform key movements safely and effectively in order to reduce the risk of ...
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Davis Scholars
In 2007, the Shelby Cullom Davis Foundation invited Westminster School to be one of five pilot schools to participate in the Davis International Scholars Program, which aims to promote international understanding and cross-cultural connections across boarding school campuses and around the globe. M ...
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Cole Library
A Gateway to Knowledge Cole Library supports the mission of the school and its core values of Community, Character, Balance and Involvement. Westminster's Academic Overview asserts that each student "will become an informed, bold, resourceful and ethical decision maker." The library, as both a phys ...
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Student Life at Westminster
A Special Community Students quickly learn to recognize all of the exciting opportunities present at a boarding school. Their days and nights are full, challenging, and rewarding, whether they live on or off campus. In addition to work that might eventually appear on a transcript or application, st ...
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PG Program
View Our Curriculum School Level School Year Department Select Department English History Languages Mathematics Science Visual and Performing Arts Advanced Placement Courses Postgraduate Program Students in the 12th grade who will graduate from their high schools but feel an extra year of academic, ...
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Meet the Team
Heads of Advancement List of 2 members. Newell Grant Jr. 99 Director of Advancement (860) 408-3058 Bio As director of advancement, Newell works with donors on capital, annual and planned gifts that will help Westminster achieve its current and strategic priorities. Over the years, he has served in ...
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Armstrong Dining Hall
Bringing the Community Together Armstrong Dining Hall, designed by Graham Gund ’59, opened at the beginning of the 2017-2018 academic year. The three-level, 36,000-square-foot facility has two dining rooms and allows the entire school community to participate in family-style lunches four days ...
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Dance
The Westminster Dance Ensemble performs each trimester in a fully produced concert in the beautiful Werner Centennial Theater. The Dance Ensemble rehearses during the class schedule. Members may fulfill the required arts credit by participation of two years. Many Dance Ensemble members enjoy the op ...
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The Westminster Fund
The Westminster Fund The success of The Westminster Fund depends on the collective generosity of our alumni, parents, grandparents, parents of alumni and friends of the school. Every gift we receive – whether $25 or $25,000 – makes a difference on Williams Hill. The unrestricted, curren ...
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About Westminster
A Challenging College-Preparatory Experience Westminster School, in Simsbury, Connecticut , enjoys a reputation as one of the finest college-preparatory schools, and certainly one of the very top small boarding schools, in the country. The challenging academic program, grounded in the liberal arts ...
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Contact Us
Address & Phone Number Westminster School 995 Hopmeadow Street Simsbury CT 06070-1880 Telephone: (860) 408 3000 FAX: (860) 408 3001 Head of School's Office List of 3 members. Elaine White Head of School (860) 408-3012 Jessica Keough Associate Head of School (860) 408-3748 Kerry Masie ...
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Athletics Schedule
Upcoming Games Friday, 4/26/2024 4:15 PM Home League Lacrosse - Junior Varsity Boys' vs. Avon Old Farms School Avon Old Farms School Directions and Details Friday, 4/26/2024 4:30 PM Home Cancelled League Lacrosse - Third Boys' vs. Eaglebrook School Friday, 4/26/2024 4:45 PM Home League Tenn ...
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Study & Travel Abroad
Learning Beyond the Classroom Westminster students who take their learning beyond the classroom develop new capabilities and greater resilience as they navigate their surroundings and make themselves at home around the world. Westminster School is pleased to offer a range of opportunities for acade ...
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Chapel
A Time for Reflection The Chapel Program is one of the oldest traditions at Westminster School. It encompasses the Judeo-Christian tradition while embracing the world’s religions and philosophies. Chapel services are held during the school day on Tuesdays and Fridays and offer times for refle ...
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Clubs & Organizations
1 image_50456577 Pursuing Special Interests With over 30 student organizations, our students enjoy outstanding opportunities to pursue special interests, try new things, make friends, show school spirit, and realize their potential as leaders. For example, the John Hay Society organizes and runs ou ...
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Parents
Upcoming Parent Events List of 3 events. Purposeful Parenting Through the College Application Process Webinar 4/30/2024 7:00 PM This webinar is focused on Fifth Form parents, but is open to any parents interested. Click here to join Add to Calendar Add to Google Calendar ...
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Dramat Archive
Dramat Archive The galleries of production photos to the right represent work undertaken by the Westminster dramatic association. "Dramat," as the organization is known, produces two major productions each year - a play in the fall and a musical in the winter. The programs offers the st ...
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Giving to Westminster
Westminster School continues to soar thanks to the commitment of so many within our school community — students and faculty who embrace our Core Values of community, character, balance and involvement in all that they do on Williams Hill; alumni who carry our mission — to commit to a li ...
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Performing Arts
Dance The Westminster Dance Ensemble performs each trimester in a fully produced concert in the beautiful Werner Centennial Theater. The Dance Ensemble rehearses during the class schedule. Members may fulfill the required arts credit by participation of two years. Many Dance Ensemble members enjoy ...
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Urinetown (Winter 2017)
Urinetown In a Gotham-like city, a 20-year drought has led to a government ban on private toilets. The citizens must use public amenities regulated by a malevolent company that profits by charging admission for one of humanity’s most basic needs. A hero decides that he’s had enough and ...
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Grit & Grace
"Good teaching can be a fundamentally selfless endeavor. In addition to continually expanding knowledge of their field, teachers seek to improve their teaching for the benefit of their students. Considered as such, good teachers are filled with plenty of grace along with grit. The extraordinarily p ...
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Meet the Admissions Team
Miles Bailey Dean of Admissions Learn More Mitch Overbye Senior Associate Director of Admissions Learn More Kelly Babbidge Director of Financial Aid, Associate Director of Admissions Learn More Kelcie Finn Associate Director of Admissions Learn More Jessica Gerges Administrative Assistant Learn Mor ...
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School News
Westminster News List of 6 news stories. New Varsity Field Hockey Coach Announced for 2024 4/10/2024 Catherine MacKenzie has been named the head coach of the Varsity Field Hockey program at Westminster School. “Out of the Blue” Delivers a Foot-tapping Performance 3/29/2024 Animated a cappella group ...
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Alumni
Flock Reunion 2024 We can't wait to see you on the Hill! June 7–9, 2024 Celebrating ’3s, ’4s, ’5s and ’8s, ’9s, ’0s and the Seventh Form. Join us for the 2024 Flock Reunion ! Celebrate your class and rekindle friendships with Martlets at a multi-year ...
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Calendar
Thursday, April 25, 2024 Apr 25 Week 1 4/25/2024 HILL HOLIDAY! 4/25/2024 Brunch 4/25/2024 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM Dinner 4/25/2024 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM iCal Feed Grid View April 2023 May 2023 June 2023 July 2023 August 2023 September 2023 October 2023 November 2023 December 2023 January 2024 February 20 ...
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Athletics at Westminster
What it Means to Wear Black & Gold From the playing fields to the stage, Westminster students are active participants in an afternoon program that brings balance, enjoyment and competition to their lives. All Westminster students participate in an afternoon program during each term of the schoo ...
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Music
The music program at Westminster offers opportunities for formal and informal involvement. Students can join student-run a cappella groups or participate in Concert Band. Additionally, many students have weekly private lessons on an instrument or voice with accomplished instructors in order to impr ...
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Brockelman Student Center & Grill
A Hub of Activity Brockelman Student Center and Grill opened in January 2018. The student center is located in the heart of the campus in Cushing Hall. The center has foosball, billiards, air hockey, two wall-mounted televisions (one can be used for gaming) and a lounge area that is often a hu ...
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Applying
We are delighted that you are interested in applying to Westminster School. In addition to success in your current classes, we are looking for students who demonstrate “Grit & Grace” and who embody our core values: community, character, balance and involvement. Admissions Steps List ...
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Head of School Message
Becoming Their Best Selves Founded in 1888, Westminster School has a long history as one of America’s finest college preparatory schools. This reputation rests on a foundation of excellence, beginning with our academic program, including offerings in the arts, and extending to our robust athl ...
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Employment
A Living and Learning Environment We take pride in our faculty, a group of caring, nurturing, involved adults, recognized for their experience, commitment and enthusiasm. Teachers at Westminster possess a broad range of interests, a versatility and richness of background, and professional preparati ...
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Advising
Guiding and Supporting Students Faculty members at Westminster School are extraordinarily dedicated teachers whose passion for educating young people goes beyond the classroom. Whether it's on the field, in the dorms, in the dining hall or behind the scenes, faculty members are always guiding and s ...
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WISE Summer Program
Online Summer Learning The Westminster Interactive Summer Experience (WISE) program offers an exciting array of online courses for Westminster students and high school students from outside Westminster. From an introduction to world history, to literature and algebra, from Spanish and chemistry, to ...
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College Resources
College Office Resources BigFuture Coalition Application College Board Online College Essay Advisors College Essay Guy Common Application MaiaLearning UCAS Testing Resources Compass Kaplan Review Khan Academy Princeton Review Financial Aid Resources FAFSA on the Web: U.S. Department of Education CS ...
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Academic Center
A Place for Teaching and Learning Westminster’s spectacular 85,000-square-foot Armour Academic Center opened in fall 2009 and includes a humanities wing and a math and science wing, surrounding a centrally located glass atrium. The four-level, LEED gold certified building boasts small class s ...
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Anything Goes (Winter 2018)
The musical “Anything Goes” is set aboard the ocean liner S.S. American where nightclub singer and evangelist Reno Sweeney is en route from New York to England. Her pal Billy Crocker has stowed away to be near his love, Hope Harcourt, but Hope is engaged to the wealthy Lord Evelyn Oakle ...
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Day Student Life
At Home On The Hill Day students have the opportunity to explore every aspect of life on the Hill, with the caveat of returning home at the end of the day (whether that’s at 5 p.m. after practice or 10 p.m. when boarders check-in is up to the student!). Every performance, every meal, every va ...
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Visual Arts
Visual Arts at Westminster Arts classes range from Introduction to Studio Arts, where ideas are fostered through a student’s personal vision and approached through formal and conceptual means, to Architecture where living and working spaces are planned, to AP Studio Art where the most motivat ...
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Euripides Medea (Fall 2019)
Euripides Medea November 7 - 9, 2019, 7:30 p.m. Werner Centennial Center A New Version by Ben Power Medea is a wife and mother. When her husband abandons his family for a new life, she exacts an appalling revenge and destroys everything she holds dear. Rated PG-13. Cast & Crew ATHENA GODDESS OF ...
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Arts at Westminster
The Arts at Westminster A range of opportunities abound, including joining a student-organized a cappella group, providing choreography or musical accompaniment for a Chapel presentation, or contributing art, photography or writing to a publication such as The Westminster News or The Martlet, our s ...
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Library Resources
Library Resources Academic Search Premier (EBSCO) American History in Video The collection allows students and researchers to analyze historical events, and their presentation over time, through commercial and governmental newsreels, archival footage, public affairs footage, and important documenta ...
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Fall Play
Too Much Memory November 9-11, 2023, 7:30 p.m. Werner Centennial Center A theatrical explosion of myth and revolution, “Too Much Memory” is a retelling of the classic Greek story of Antigone set firmly in the present. This inventive adaptation straddles a line between the classic Greek ...
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Winter Musical
Little Shop of Horrors Feb. 16 & 17, 2024 at 7:30 p.m. Feb. 18, 2024 at 2 p.m. Werner Centennial Center Performances are free and open to the public The show is rated PG-13 Little Shop of Horrors Original off-Broadway Version (1982) Feed the need for musical hilarity with this delicious s ...
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Traditions
Making Connections Living, learning and playing on a boarding school campus means you enjoy the benefits of a close-knit community, replete with adults who know and care about you, friends who offer homework help, snacks and entertainment, and a culture rich with campus traditions. The Martlet When ...
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Health & Fitness
Health Care and Education The Student Health Center is a fully licensed infirmary. Jessica Haggett, APRN, serves as Clinical Director of the health center and works closely with Michael Isakoff, M.D, and the entire Health Center team to provide both individual patient care and health education to W ...
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Ways to Give
Your Support is Critical With the help of alumni, parents and friends, through outright annual and capital gifts or planned giving, Westminster will be able to secure its firm financial footing for the future and be able to preserve the special qualities that have distinguished the school and its s ...
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At a Glance
Student Body List of 8 items. 15% International Students 20 Countries Represented 25% Students of Color 25 States Represented 25%/75% Day/Boarding Students 425 Number of Students 50%/50% Boys/Girls in Student Body 9-12 Grades and Postgraduate Academics, Athletics, and Admissions List of 7 items. 1, ...
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Pippin (Winter 2019)
Pippin February 22 - 24, 2019 Werner Centennial Center In this popular musical, prince Pippin, the son of the medieval ruler King Charlemagne, is in search of the secret to true happiness and fulfillment. He seeks it in the glories of the battlefield, the temptations of passion and the intrig ...
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Hartford Partnerships
Building a Bridge to Hartford The Hartford Partnership programs below are the outgrowth of the school’s mission and have a direct impact on the young people of Hartford and the students of Westminster School. Horizons at Westminster Founded in 2018, Horizons at Westminster is part of a nation ...
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Important Dates 2024-25
As in past years, these arrival and departure times result from our effort to ease travel plans for students at the start of vacations, especially for those who live a distance from Westminster. Apart from family emergencies or disasters, we expect students to arrive by the expected day and hour an ...
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Noises Off (Fall 2021)
Noises Off November 11-13, 2021, 7:30 p.m. Werner Centennial Center The farce “Noises Off” presents a manic menagerie of itinerant actors rehearsing a flop called “Nothing On.” Doors slamming, onstage and offstage intrigue, and an errant herring all figure in the plot of thi ...
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Video: #MartletMoments - Opening Days 2015
News • 9/10/2015
Experience Westminster's Opening Days in this short video
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Classes resume Nov. 7. Admissions Open House 6:30-8:30, Nov. 7.
News • 11/4/2011
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Open House 2010
News • 9/24/2010
Click here for information.
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Summer Online Courses for Credit
Online Summer Learning New and returning Westminster School students have the opportunity to take one academic course for credit during the summer. In addition, qualified students from outside Westminster can also participate. These pass/fail courses, taught by Westminster faculty through Zoom, can ...
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The Play That Goes Wrong (Fall 2022)
The Play That Goes Wrong November 10-12, 2022, 7:30 p.m. Werner Centennial Center Welcome to opening night of “The Murder at Haversham Manor,” where things are quickly going from bad to utterly disastrous. With an unconscious leading lady, a corpse that can’t play dead and actors ...
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The Little Mermaid (Winter 2020)
The Little Mermaid Feb. 21 - 23, 2020 Werner Centennial Center Disney's “The Little Mermaid” is a hauntingly beautiful love story for the ages. With music by eight-time Academy Award winner Alan Menken, lyrics by Howard Ashman and Glenn Slater and a compelling book by Doug Wright, this ...
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Guys and Dolls (Winter 2023)
Guys and Dolls Feb. 17 & 18, 2023 at 7:30 p.m. Feb. 19, 2023 at 2 p.m. Werner Centennial Center Performances are free and open to the public The show is rated PG-13 Cast & Crew Cast Nicely-Nicely Johnson .............................Beck Hanypsiak ’23 Benny Southstreet ......... ...
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A Midsummer Night's Dream (Fall 2017)
A Midsummer Night's Dream Four young lovers and a band of misfit amateur actors get lost within an enchanted forest where they encounter an adventure about which they would never dream. This fast-paced, high-energy midsummer romp through the woods is filled with cheeky plots and magical wonders ...
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Into the Woods (Winter 2014)
Dramat Archive The galleries of production photos to the right represent work undertaken by the Westminster dramatic association. "Dramat," as the organization is known, produces two major productions each year - a play in the fall and a musical in the winter. The programs offers the st ...
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Complete Wrks of Shakespere (Fall 2013)
Dramat Archive The galleries of production photos to the right represent work undertaken by the Westminster dramatic association. "Dramat," as the organization is known, produces two major productions each year - a play in the fall and a musical in the winter. The programs offers the st ...
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Nice Work If You Can Get It (Winter 2016)
"Nice Work If You Can Get It" Presented by Westminster's Dramat Association February 19th and 20th at 7:30 p.m. and February 21st at 2:00 p.m. Set in the 1920s, Nice Work If You Can Get It is the story of charming and wealthy playboy Jimmy Winter, who meets rough female bootlegger Billie ...
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Dirty Rotten Scoundrels (Winter 2015)
“Scoundrels” on Westminster Stage! Westminster Dramat presents their next production – the musical “Dirty Rotten Scoundrels.” Based on the popular 1988 MGM film, the story takes us to the French Riviera for high jinks and hilarity. Sophisticated, suave, with a good dash of mischie ...
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Peter and the Star Catcher (Fall 2016)
Peter and the Star Catcher A Play by Rick Elice • Based on the Novel by Dave Berry and Ridley Pearson • Music by Wayne Baker “Peter and the Starcatcher” upends the story of how an orphan becomes Peter Pan, a boy who never grows up. When Peter and his mates are shipped ...
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Storm, Vacation, and Travel Information
Storm, Vacation & Travel Information SNOW DAYS Parents may call the school's switchboard (860) 408-3000 after hours for information related to bad weather. The Director of Studies will post Snow Day protocol via the school’s Community e-mail. If any student anticipates a late arrival or a ...
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The 39 Steps (Fall 2014)
Dramat Archive The galleries of production photos to the right represent work undertaken by the Westminster dramatic association. "Dramat," as the organization is known, produces two major productions each year - a play in the fall and a musical in the winter. The programs offers the st ...
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Baby with the Bathwater (Fall 2015)
"Baby with the Bathwater" A Satiric, Dark Comedy by Christopher Durang Rated PG 13 Helen and John gaze proudly at their new offspring, a bit disappointed that the child doesn't speak English and too polite to check the gender. They decide that the child is a girl and sele ...
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The Servant of Two Masters (Fall 2018)
The Servant of Two Masters November 8 - 10, 2018 Werner Centennial Center By Carlo Goldoni – Adapted by Constance Congdon – Translated by Christine Sibul Further Adapted by Christopher Bayes and Steven Epp This 18 th -century masterpiece by Carlo Goldoni is an enduring, fast-pace ...
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Sixth Formers Earn Academic Recognition
News • 10/7/2020
Five Westminster students have received recognition in the National Merit Scholarship Program.
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Students Earn Academic Recognition
News • 10/1/2019
Four students were named Commended Scholars in the National Merit Scholarship Program
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Julien Nicolas
News • 12/28/2018
(860) 408-3052 jnicolas@westminster-school.org Roles : Associate Director of Admissions, Lacrosse Coach Originally from: Middletown, CT Home Away from Home: New York, NY Favorite Tradition: Sign-in ceremony Favorite Place: Armstrong Dining Hall Local Favorites: Plan b Admission tip: Relax and b ...
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Westminster to Hold Admissions Open Houses
News • 10/4/2018
Westminster will hold two Admissions Open Houses for prospective students and their parents.
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Video: Leona Zhang ‘18 performs Johann Strauss’ “Soirees de Vienne” at Chapel
News • 11/14/2015
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Holiday Return Transportation, Tuesday, January 3
News • 12/27/2011
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First Girls’ Basketball to Play in Holiday Tournament
News • 12/13/2011
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Watch the Winning Goal
News • 10/2/2010
At the Sept. 25 night game held at the Simsbury High School turf, First Boys' Soccer defeated Suffield Academy 1-0. The exciting winning goal, in the 73rd minute of the game, was scored by Kevin Hope '11 with a dramatic assist from Stan Sandoval '13 - all captured in a 35-second video clip by a pare ...
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Athletes of the Week
News • 10/16/2009
Camen MacDonald '11 and Gordon Santry '12
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Athletes of the Week May 5, 2008
News • 5/10/2008
Izzy Melhado '09 and Harry Radovich '09
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Athletes of the Week—April 21, 2008
News • 5/2/2008
Claire Corroon '09 and Luke Lamothe '08
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Student Honored for Photography
News • 4/25/2008
Sixth Former Jordan Bohnic received honorable mention in this year’s Simsbury Land Trust photography contest
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Tommy Cross '08 Interviewed by NBC30
News • 2/19/2008
Tommy Cross '08, who has been recruited by the Boston Bruins, was interviewed recently by NBC30. Click here.
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Exciting Adventures at the Summer Opportunities Fair - Thurs. Feb 14
News • 2/11/2008
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Athletes of the Week
News • 1/31/2008
Jackie Savage '09 and Phil Sandler '10
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Athletes of the Week
News • 1/25/2008
Annie Ulrich '09 and Rafi Rojas '10
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Athletes of the Week
News • 1/11/2008
Gaby Christman '11 and Tommy Cross '08
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Students Win Photography Contest
News • 5/1/2007
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Westminster Supports Virginia Tech
News • 4/21/2007
Westminster students and faculty joined the nation is remembering Virginia Tech on Friday, April 20, 2007.
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Don't miss it! The Annual Fund closes on April 30th
News • 4/16/2007
The Annual Fund is crucial to Westminster's people and programs. To give, please go to our secure gift site or call Jane Miller (860) 408-3057 today!
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Carlos Andrade '07 Signs for Div I
News • 2/16/2007
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Athletes of the Week
News • 1/22/2007
Darren MacDonald '07 and Jamie Whittendale '07
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Athletes of the Week
News • 1/18/2007
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Athletes of the Week
News • 12/13/2006
Students named to All-League (Western New England) and All-State teams.
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Westminster Invitational Tournament 2006
News • 12/11/2006
The Westminster Invitational Girls Ice Hockey Tournament 2006 happens on December 15 and 16.
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Athletes of the Week
News • 11/14/2006
Zane Rooney '07 , Helena Morris '08, and Gavin Zalinger '07 earn All-New England and All-Founders league Honors.
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Athletes of the Week
News • 11/7/2006
Eric Phillips '08, 1st Football and Helena Morris ’08, Cross Country
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Athletes of the Week
News • 4/29/2010
Gaby Christman '11 and Matt Leach '11
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Students Gather to Watch Inauguration
News • 1/23/2009
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Athletes of the Week
News • 2/28/2009
Charles Corsi '09 and Annie Ulrich '09
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Athletes of the Week 01.21.2009
News • 1/23/2009
Laura Gineo '10 and Daniel Hnatko '10
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National Signing Day, November 8, 2023
News • 12/4/2023
National Signing Day, November 8, 2023
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Dramat to Present “The Play That Goes Wrong”
News • 10/25/2022
Westminster’s Dramat Association will present “The Play That Goes Wrong” Nov. 10-12 at 7:30 p.m. in the school’s Werner Centennial Center.
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Students Participate in All-State Music Festival
News • 4/5/2022
After a highly competitive audition process, two Westminster students were selected for the Connecticut All-State Music Festival.
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Students Participate in Virtual Yale Model United Nations
News • 1/25/2022
Westminster's Model U.N. group gained valuable experience participating virtually in this year's Yale Model U.N.
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Dramat to Present “Noises Off”
News • 10/28/2021
Dramat's production of the farce "Noises Off" promises to bring laughter to audiences.
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Bestselling Author Sarah Blake to Give Friday Night Reading
News • 3/25/2021
The Friday Nights at Westminster series returns April 23 with a virtual reading by bestselling author Sarah Blake.
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Performing Arts Concerts on the Green
News • 11/10/2020
The sound of music floated across the Westminster campus as two performing arts concerts took place on Commencement Lawn.
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Fall Sports Scrimmages
News • 11/6/2020
Scrimmages and Sixth Form honors took place on Oct. 31.
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Students Perform in Northern Region Music Festival
News • 1/24/2020
Westminster students showcased their talent in the choir and orchestra at the selective Northern Region Music Festival.
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Arts Classes Visit Sites in New York City
News • 12/17/2019
Arts classes visited sites in New York City recently to complement what they are studying in the classroom.
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Dramat to Present “Euripides Medea”
News • 10/8/2019
The public is invited to free performances of "Euripides Medea" Nov. 7-9.
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Whiffenpoofs Sing in Chapel
News • 10/2/2019
The Whiffenpoofs gave a rousing performance in chapel for the Westminster community.
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Cahill to Give Campus Performance
News • 9/9/2019
The Friday Nights at Westminster series of concerts and readings kicks off Sept. 27 with a performance by Cahill.
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Acclaimed Jazz Quintet to Perform April 5
News • 3/11/2019
Rachiim Ausar-Sahu and his Jazz/Espritu ensemble will perform at Westminster and give a look inside the jazz arts.
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Sixth Former Named Finalist in National Merit Scholarship Program
News • 2/21/2019
Sixth Former Emmett de Kanter has been named a Finalist in the 2019 National Merit Scholarship Program.
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Art Students Visit University of Hartford
News • 2/19/2019
Westminster art students visited the University of Hartford to attend a workshop on figure drawing.
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AP Biology Students Visit American Museum of Natural History
News • 1/28/2019
AP Biology students complemented lessons they are learning in class during a visit to the American Museum of Natural History.
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Students Participate in Northern Region Music Festival
News • 1/23/2019
Three Westminster students were selected to sing at the Northern Region Music Festival.
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Miles Bailey
News • 1/4/2019
(860) 408-3015 mbailey@westminster-school.org Other Roles at Westminster : Advisor Originally from : Rye, N.Y. Home away from home : Cape Cod, Mass. Favorite Westminster traditions : Lawn Ceremony, Opening Days, stickball and corridor feeds Local favorites : Brookside bagels, Farmington Canal Herita ...
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Kelly Babbidge
News • 1/2/2019
(860) 408-3022 kbabbidge@westminster-school.org Other Roles at Westminster : Track and Field Coach, Library Proctor, Advisor Originally from : Philadelphia, Pa. Favorite Westminster activity : The s tickball tournament in the spring. Favorite place on campus : On the quad in the spring when all the ...
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Kelcie Finn
News • 12/31/2018
(860) 408-3067 kfinn@westminster-school.org Other Roles at Westminster : Varsity Girls’ Ice Hockey Coach, Varsity Girls’ Field Hockey Head Coach, Corridor Supervisor in Kelter, Advisor Originally from : Weymouth, Mass. Favorite Westminster tradition : Passing of diplomas on Sixth Form La ...
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Jessica Gerges
News • 12/30/2018
(860) 408-3068 jgerges@westminster-school.org Originally from : New Canaan, CT Most likely to find me (other than Admissions) : Getting coffee at the Brocklelman Student Center &; Grill. Local favorites : Millwrights, Talcott Collective, Heublein Tower. Personal ...
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Jason Keough
News • 12/29/2018
(860) 408-3069 jkeough@westminster-school.org Other Roles at Westminster : Varsity Boys’ Soccer Head Coach, Varsity Boys’ Hockey Coach, Junior Varsity Boys’ Lacrosse Coach Originally from : North Smithfield, R.I. Home away from home : Scituate, Mass. Favorite Westminster tradition ...
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Emily Sullivan
News • 12/27/2018
(860) 408-3051 esullivan@westminster-school.org Roles at Westminster : Assistant Director of Financial Aid, Varsity Girls' Lacrosse Head Coach, Junior Varsity Girls' Ice Hockey Coach, Corridor Supervisor in Gund House, Advisor Home away from home : My family's cottage on Lake Ontario in Upstate NY F ...
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Sara Ugalde
News • 12/24/2018
(860) 408-3784 sugalde@westminster-school.org Other roles at Westminster : Varsity Girls Ice Hockey Head Coach, Varsity Field Hockey Assistant Coach, Advisor Originally from : Burlington, CT. Favorite Westminster tradition : Passing of diplomas on the senior lawn after commencement. ...
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Martlets Attend MUN Conference at the University of Hartford
News • 12/5/2018
Westminster students served in leadership positions at a Model UN Conference at the University of Hartford.
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French 2 Students Practice Recent Lessons On Hartford Field Trip
News • 12/5/2018
Students in French 2 classes practiced their French while dining in a Hartford restaurant.
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Sixth Formers Perform Community Service
News • 5/23/2018
Members of the Class of 2018 spent time helping nonprofits in the community before graduation this week.
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AP Biology Classes Visit Hartford Hospital Training Facility
News • 5/9/2018
Students in AP Biology visited Hartford Hospital recently to learn more about the medical profession.
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Singer-Songwriter Sara Reid to Give May 22 Concert
News • 5/5/2018
Singer-songwriter Sara Reid will give a concert at Westminster with her father, Johnny Reid '77, and other musicians May 22.
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Students Earn Awards at Computer Programming Competition
News • 4/27/2018
A team of Westminster students earned a first-place finish at a recent computer programming competition.
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Westminster to Hold “First Look” Admissions Program
News • 4/26/2018
Families interested in fall 2019 enrollment are invited to a "First Look" admissions program May 17 .
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Westminster Dramat Presents “Anything Goes”
News • 1/23/2018
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Coup de Brass Gave Jan. 19 Concert
News • 12/13/2017
The Friday Nights at Westminster series kicked off the new year with a Jan. 19 performance by Coup de Brass, Yale’s premier undergraduate all-French horn ensemble.
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Students Participate in Model U.N. Conference at University of Hartford
News • 12/4/2017
A delegation of 20 Westminster students participated in the Model U.N. conference at the University of Hartford.
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Dramat to Present “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”
News • 10/20/2017
Westminster Dramat will present "A Midsummer Night's Dream," one of Shakespeare's most popular comedies, Nov. 9-11 .
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Songevity to Give Nov. 3 Concert
News • 10/13/2017
The Friday Nights at Westminster series will resume Nov. 3 with a performance by the jazz trio Songevity.
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Students Earn Academic Recognition
News • 9/28/2017
The National Merit Scholarship Program has recognized seven Sixth Formers as Commended Students.
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Sixth Formers Serve Others on Service Day
News • 5/24/2017
Members of the Class of 2017 visited seven locations in the region May 22 to perform community service.
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Dar Williams to Perform May 23
News • 5/20/2017
Singer-songwriter Dar Williams returns for a second visit to Westminster May 23 to give a performance in Gund Reading Room.
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Spring Cabaret to Feature Songs from Stage and Film
News • 4/19/2017
Spring Cabaret will feature hits from many musicals.
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Fifth Former Performs in All-State Choir
News • 4/7/2017
Mike Riberdy '18 performed with the All-State Choir at the CMEA All-State Music Festival in Hartford.
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Cahill to Perform at Westminster
News • 3/13/2017
The acoustic rock duo Cahill will give a performance at Westminster April 7 as part of the Friday Nights in Gund series.
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Dramat to Present “Urinetown: The Musical”
News • 1/24/2017
Dramat will present "Urinetown: The Musical" Feb. 17-19 in Werner Centennial Center.
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Poet Rachel Mennies to Give Reading Jan. 20
News • 1/17/2017
Award-winning poet Rachel Mennies will give a free public reading at Westminster Jan. 20.
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Backtrack to Kickoff Gund Series in New Year
News • 12/15/2016
New York City a cappella group Backtrack gave a free concert at Westminster Jan. 6 .
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Students Earn National Academic Recognition
News • 9/28/2016
Three Westminster students have been named Commended Students in the 2017 National Merit Scholarship Program.
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Two Students Recognized for Volunteer Service
News • 5/17/2016
Two Westminster students have been recognized for their service to the Simsbury Volunteer Fire Company.
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Westminster Student Earns National Academic Recognition
News • 3/1/2016
Sixth Former Grace Brentano has been named a Finalist in the 2016 National Merit Scholarship Program.
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Friday Nights in Gund Event to Feature Students and Faculty
News • 1/25/2016
Student and faculty authors and student musicians will be the featured presenters at the Friday Nights in Gund event Feb. 12.
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Science Classes Visit American Museum of Natural History
News • 1/19/2016
Students in two science courses enhanced their knowledge of ideas they have been discussing in class during a visit to the American Museum of Natural History.
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Martlets Sign National Letters of Intent
News • 11/24/2015
Westminster athletes sign national letters of intent to play at the collegiate-level.
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Westminster Athletes Sign National Letters of Intent
News • 11/24/2015
Five Westminster student-athletes have recently signed national letters of intent.
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Helping Hands Across the Community
News • 10/8/2015
Westminster students and faculty performed community service at 16 locations in the region Oct. 1.
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Richard Blanco Named 2015-2016 Westminster Poet
News • 6/30/2015
Richard Blanco will visit Westminster School in April as the 16th Westminster Poet.
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Martlet Alumni Are National Champions
News • 4/21/2015
Three Martlet alumni win national championship titles.
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Spring Cabaret to Feature Songs from Broadway
News • 4/14/2015
This year's Spring Cabaret will showcase the singing and acting talents of many Westminster students.
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Chapel Gallery Showcases “Crowdsourcing II”
News • 3/26/2015
Hundreds of photographs taken by members of the Westminster community are featured in a Chapel Gallery exhibition.
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Westminster Co-Hosts National High School Squash Championships
News • 2/10/2015
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Science Classes Visit American Museum of Natural History
News • 1/21/2015
Westminster science students visited the American Museum of Natural History in New York City to learn more about topics they have been discussing in their classes.
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“Focus on Our World” Photography Exhibit
News • 1/15/2015
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Increasing Men’s Health Awareness During “Movember”
News • 12/9/2014
New mustaches appeared on students and faculty in November as a part of a fundraiser for the Movember Foundation to raise awareness about men's health.
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Dramat to Present “The 39 Steps”
News • 11/3/2014
Dramat's production of "The 39 Steps" will be presented Nov. 6-8 in Werner Centennial Center.
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Chapel Gallery Opens Student Art Exhibit
News • 5/16/2014
A student art exhibit in the Chapel Gallery through May 30 celebrates the talent of Westminster's visual artists.
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Westminster Softball Earns No. 1 Seed in Class A Western New England Tournament
News • 5/15/2013
First Girls' Softball will play at home against Suffield in the Western New England Tournament on Saturday, May 18, at 1:30 p.m.
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Winter Storm Nemo Announcements
News • 2/4/2013
For updates related to the storm, please click "read more."
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Westminster Faculty Member to Launch Newest Book of Poems
News • 9/12/2011
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Third Former Works Equestrian Competition into Busy Schedule
News • 5/6/2011
Through a lot of planning, a student was able to commute to Florida during some winter weekends to compete in the Winter Equestrian Festival.
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Spring Cabaret to Feature Songs from Broadway
News • 5/2/2011
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Head of School Finalists Announced
News • 10/21/2009
The Head of School Search Committee announced today that two finalists have been selected in the search for Westminster’s eighth Head of School.
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Building Grit and Grace Receptions
News • 10/3/2009
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Five Students Enter 2010 National Merit Scholarship Program
News • 6/1/2009
Five Westminster students have been notified that they have met requirements to enter the 2010 National Merit Scholarship Program.
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Annual MS Walk A Success
News • 5/14/2008
Once again, the annual MS Walk, which was hosted by Westminster School May 4, was a great success. Despite the rain, hundreds of walkers turned out to participate in the event.
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Five Students Enter 2009 National Merit Scholarship Program
News • 5/8/2008
Five Westminster students will enter the 2009 National Merit Scholarship Program because of their high scores on the PSAT/NMSQT.
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Michael Cervas to read in poetry series
News • 4/30/2008
Michael Cervas will give a poetry reading at the Farmington Library as a part of a series
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Westminster Welcomes the MS Walk May 4
News • 5/2/2008
Westminster School will once again host the annual MS Walk on May 4 beginning at 9 a.m. at the Jackson Hockey Rink.
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Character Dress-Up Day Supports a Worthy Cause
News • 2/26/2008
Westminster's third-annual Library Character Dress-Up Day brought favorite characters from literature, history, science and the arts to campus and raised money for a worthy cause.
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Athletes of the Week
News • 2/16/2008
Emily Walsh '09 and Roger Peikin '09
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Westminster To Host Exhibition Game with Connecticut Sled Hockey Team
News • 2/5/2008
Westminster First Boys’ Hockey team will play an exhibition game versus the Connecticut Sled Hockey Team on Feb. 10 at 3 p.m. at the Jackson Hockey Rink.
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Westminster First Field Hockey Out of Tournament
News • 11/14/2007
First Field Hockey loses 2-0 to a strong, fast Nobles team.
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Athletes of the Week
News • 11/13/2007
Helena Morris '08 and Alex Martin '10
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Dramat presents And Then There Were None
News • 10/31/2007
Reserve your tickets now for Dramat's production of "And Then There Were None," Nov. 8-10 in Werner Centennial Center theater.
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Athletes of the Week
News • 10/19/2007
Stephanie Piperno '11 and Julien Boutet '08
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Students Help Fight Juvenile Diabetes
News • 10/5/2007
Westminster students raised more than $600 for juvenile diabetes research by participating in a recent walk in East Hartford.
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Art Out of Art!
News • 10/1/2007
A gallery of art created by members of the Drawing and Painting class.
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First Annual “One-Year-Out Cookout” a Success
News • 7/5/2007
Many members of the Class of 2006 turned out for the Class of 2007’s graduation and for a picnic at the Greenway.
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Ben Smith '06 Earns Freshman Scholar-Athlete Award
News • 5/10/2007
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Two Students Enter 2008 National Merit Scholarship Program
News • 5/2/2007
Two Westminster students have met the requirements to enter the 2008 National Merit Scholarship Program.
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Students and Faculty Attend Annual French Dinner
News • 4/30/2007
French students and French-speaking faculty attend the annual French Dinner April 26 in Hinman Reading Room.
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Eco Fest a Success
News • 4/26/2007
Westminster held an activity-filled evening to raise environmental awareness.
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Library Character Dress Up Day
News • 4/23/2007
Westminster School students, faculty and staff participated in a Library Character Dress Up Day April 17 to raise funds for charity.
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Chef’s Fare Celebrates International Food
News • 3/6/2007
School chefs treat the Westminster community to a delicious sampling of international food.
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First Girls Hockey Falls to Choate in Intense First Round Play
News • 3/2/2007
First Girls' Hockey outshot Choate 26-16, but Choate made better on their chances.
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Matthew Emmel Named Finalist in National Merit Scholarship Program
News • 2/21/2007
Sixth Former Matthew Emmel has advanced to Finalist standing in the National Merit Scholarship competition.
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Westminster Honors Tom Earl
News • 2/6/2007
The Westminster community will pay tribute to Tom Earl and his thirty-year coaching career, on Saturday, February 24.
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1st Annual Founders' League Hockey Jamboree
News • 1/22/2007
Westminster First Boys' Hockey went to Taft on January 3 joining other Founders League Hockey teams in the first annual Founders League Hockey Jamboree.
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S.O.N. Angel Tree Project Underway
News • 12/6/2006
Students, faculty and staff are invited to participate in the 11th Annual S.O.N. (Serving Our Neighbors) Angel Tree Project currently underway in Fearn Hall.
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Two Candlelight Services Planned for December 13, 2006, in Andrews Memorial Chapel
News • 12/6/2006
The annual Westminster School tradition of Candlelight Service continues in 2006 with one significant change - the addition of a second service.
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Winter Musical Cast Announced
News • 11/21/2006
The cast of the winter musical, Footloose, has been announced. Excitement rises!
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Blood Drive for the American Red Cross Sets Record
News • 11/14/2006
Westminster’s eighth Blood Drive for the American Red Cross held Nov. 13 at Pettee Gym resulted in the collection of 69 units of blood, a school record.
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Students Sign National Letters of Intent
News • 11/14/2006
Westminster students sign National Letters of Intent for lacrosse, hockey
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It Must Be a Hill Holiday!
News • 11/1/2006
Mr. Cole announces a Hill Holiday in his inimitable way!
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Jazz Bassist Rob Duguay, in Concert, Oct. 8
News • 10/1/2014
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Chapel Gallery Features Student Art Exhibition
News • 10/16/2013
An exhibition of student art works produced in a variety of mediums is on display in the Chapel Gallery until Nov. 10.
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Three Students Enter National Merit Scholarship Program
News • 5/2/2013
Three Westminster Fifth Formers will be competing in the 2014 National Merit Scholarship Program.
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Spring Cabaret to Feature Songs from Broadway and Film
News • 4/29/2013
Spring Cabaret will take place May 9 and May 10 and feature some of the biggest musical hits from Broadway and film.
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Students Participate in Holocaust and Heroism Remembrance Day
News • 4/9/2013
Westminster students read names at the Holocaust and Heroism Remembrance Day in Simsbury April 7.
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Student Wins Squash Championship
News • 12/19/2012
Westminster Fifth Former wins U.S. Junior Open Squash Championship.
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Angel Tree Project Helps Others
News • 12/19/2012
As a part of Westminster's annual Angel Tree Project and its 125th anniversary celebration, 125 gift cards will be given to the Simsbury Department of Social Services.
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Food Drive Helps Neighbors in Need
News • 12/16/2012
Westminster students collected non-perishable food items at their Halloween Dance and donated the proceeds to the Simsbury Food Closet.
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Three Students Enter National Merit Scholarship Program
News • 4/24/2012
Three students will enter the 2013 National Merit Scholarship Program as a result of their high scores on the 2011 Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test.
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Students Qualify for Northern Region Music Festival
News • 12/3/2011
A record number of Westminster students have qualified for the Northern Region Music Festival.
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First Lecture Kicks Off Series
News • 4/27/2011
Virgil's "Aeneid" was the focus of the first public lecture in the Westminster Lecture Series.
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Westminster Students Make Halloween a Treat for All
News • 11/10/2010
Westminster students brought a serious purpose to their annual Halloween costume dance by collecting canned food items for a local food bank.
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Sixth Formers Named Outstanding Participants
News • 10/15/2010
The National Merit Scholarship Corporation has recognized two Sixth Formers as Outstanding Participants in the National Achievement Scholarship Program.
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Commended Students Named in National Merit Scholarship Program
News • 9/30/2010
Six Sixth Formers have been recognized by the National Merit Scholarship Program as Commended Students in this year's scholarship competition.
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Trip to France - Spring 2011
News • 5/22/2010
The Language Department has announced a spring trip to France in March of 2011
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Sixth Formers Named Commended Students In 2010 National Merit Scholarship Program
News • 11/12/2009
Three students have been named Commended Students in the 2010 National Merit Scholarship Program.
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NAIS Magazine Features Article by Westminster Faculty Member
News • 10/20/2009
An article written by faculty member Todd Eckerson about what really matters in schools appears in the current issue of Independent School Magazine.
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Silent Auction Helps Hospitalized Children
News • 1/20/2007
Proceeds from the silent auction put on by students in S.O.N. will be used by Saint Francis Hospital and Medical Center to purchase exercise equipment for young people hospitalized in two behavioral health units.
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Security Booth Opens
News • 11/21/2006
A new security booth opened Oct. 30 near the main entrance to campus.
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Field Hockey to Hold “Pink” Game
News • 10/14/2013
First Girls' Field Hockey will be raising money for breast cancer research and outreach at its Nov. 2 "pink" game against Berkshire.
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Athletes Honored
News • 1/8/2011
Four Westminster athletes have been honored for their performances during the fall season.
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Alumnus Signs With NFL
News • 11/29/2010
Westminster alumnus Brian Sanford '06 has been signed by the Cleveland Browns.
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Westminster Welcomes the MS Walk April 19
News • 4/13/2009
Westminster School will host the annual MS Walk April 19, beginning at the Jackson Hockey Rink.
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AP Studio Art Portfolios Now Online
News • 2/13/2009
Students in AP Studio Art have been busy preparing their portfolios, which are now available for viewing online.
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Alumni Gather for Head of the Charles Regatta
News • 10/22/2008
More than 30 Westminster alumni visited the Westminster hospitality tent in Reunion Village at the 2008 Head of the Charles Regatta on Oct. 19 in Boston
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“Out of the Blue” Delivers a Foot-tapping Performance
News • 3/29/2024
Animated a cappella group puts new spin on old favorites
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Author Amity Gaige to Give Reading April 19
News • 3/13/2024
Amity Gaige will speak April 19 in WCC at 7 p.m. She is the author of four novels, “O My Darling,” “The Folded World,” “Schroder” and “Sea Wife.”
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History Teacher
News • 3/7/2024
Anticipated hiring: August 15, 2024
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Admissions Associate Director
News • 2/26/2024
Anticipated hiring: August 15, 2024
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Spanish Teacher
News • 2/12/2024
Anticipated hiring: August 15, 2024
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Dramat to Present “Little Shop of Horrors”
News • 2/5/2024
Westminster School’s Dramat Association will present “Little Shop of Horrors” Feb. 16-18 in Werner Centennial Center.
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English Teacher
News • 1/17/2024
Anticipated hiring: August 15, 2024
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Mathematics/Science Teacher
News • 1/17/2024
Anticipated hiring: August 15, 2024
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French Teacher
News • 1/17/2024
Anticipated hiring: August 15, 2024
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Author Aidan Levy to Give Reading Jan. 26
News • 12/12/2023
The first Friday Night reader of 2024 will be Aidan Levy, author of “Saxophone Colossus: The Life and Music of Sonny Rollins” and “Dirty Blvd.: The Life and Music of Lou Reed.”
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Physics and Dance Take Center Stage
News • 12/8/2023
The Graham Gund ’59 Visiting Artists performance connects science and art.
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Dramat to Present “Too Much Memory”
News • 10/20/2023
Westminster’s Dramat Association will present “Too Much Memory” Nov. 9-11 at 7:30 p.m. in the school’s Werner Centennial Center.
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Poet Steve Straight to Give Reading Dec. 8
News • 10/12/2023
Steve Straight’s poetry book “Affirmation” (Grayson Books, 2022) won the 2023 William Meredith Award for Poetry.
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Sixth Former Named Semifinalist in National Merit Scholarship Program
News • 9/18/2023
Will Erda is in the running for prestigious scholarships.
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Novelist Susan Schoenberger to Give Reading Oct. 6
News • 9/13/2023
Susan Schoenberger began writing fiction seriously after attending the Wesleyan Writers Conference in 2001. Susan’s third novel , “The Liability of Love,” was published by She Writes Press in 2021.
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Olé! — a Stunning Flamenco Performance Onstage
News • 4/7/2023
Tablao Flamenco artists performed in an all-school event April 6 as part of the annual Graham Gund ’59 Visiting Artist Series.
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Author Qais Akbar Omar to Give Reading April 21
News • 3/29/2023
Qais Akbar Omar is the author of “A Fort of Nine Towers,” which has been published in more than 20 languages.
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MUN Makes an In-Person Comeback
News • 2/13/2023
Students traveled to Yale to participate in the Model United Nations, which was held in person for the first time since the start of the pandemic three years ago.
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Dramat Presents “Guys and Dolls” Feb. 17-19
News • 2/10/2023
Westminster Dramat will present the musical “Guys and Dolls” Feb. 17-19 in Werner Centennial Center.
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Novelist Adam White to Give Reading Jan. 27
News • 1/3/2023
“The Midcoast” is Adam White’s first novel.
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Novelist Julia Phillips to Give Reading Dec. 9
News • 11/16/2022
Julia Phillips is the author of the internationally bestselling novel “Disappearing Earth.”
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Grant Acknowledges Horizons at Westminster’s Worker Bees
News • 11/11/2022
The E.E. Ford Traditional Grant of $100,000 was awarded to Horizons at Westminster in April 2021.
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All Smiles at National Signing Day
News • 11/9/2022
Seven members of the Class of 2023 signed on the dotted line. There is another signing day later in the year.
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Novelist Monica Wood to Give Reading Nov. 4
News • 10/18/2022
Wood's most recent novel, “The One-in-a-Million Boy,” has been translated into 20 languages in over 30 countries.
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Renée Lynch Carrel ’84, P’19, ’21 Appointed Vice-Chair
News • 10/13/2022
She will assume the position of Chair beginning July 1, 2023.
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Poet Mahogany Browne to Give Westminster Reading April 29
News • 4/20/2022
The Friday Nights at Westminster series resumes April 29 with a reading by poet Mahogany Browne.
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New Varsity Girls’ Basketball Coach Announced for 2022
News • 4/19/2022
Lydia Caputi has been named the head coach of the Varsity Girls’ Basketball program.
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Urban Bush Women Dance Company Gives Performance
News • 4/18/2022
This year's Graham Gund ’59 Visiting Artist Series performance featured Brooklyn-based dance company Urban Bush Women.
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“Out of the Blue” Gives Rousing Performance
News • 3/24/2022
There was a lot of clapping and foot tapping during a Westminster concert by “Out of the Blue,” Oxford’s internationally acclaimed a cappella group.
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New Varsity Girls’ Hockey Coach Announced for 2022
News • 4/19/2022
Sara Ugalde ’10 has been named head coach of the varsity girls’ hockey program.
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Two Photography Students Win Awards in Statewide Competition
News • 1/27/2022
Two Fourth Form photography students received prestigious awards in the Connecticut Regional Scholastic Art Awards competition.
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Dramat to Present “Something Rotten!” Feb. 18-20
News • 1/24/2022
Members of Westminster Dramat will take to the stage Feb. 18-20 to present "Something Rotten!"
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Singer-Songwriter Dori Freeman to Give Westminster Performance
News • 1/10/2022
The Friday Nights at Westminster series begins the new year with a performance by singer-songwriter Dori Freeman.
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Martlets Take Leadership Roles at In-Person Model U.N. Conference
News • 12/7/2021
Delegates from Westminster's Model U.N. club attended their first in-person conference since January 2020.
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Variety TV Critic to Give Reading Dec. 10
News • 11/17/2021
Westminster alumnus and Variety TV critic Dan D'Addario will give the next Friday Nights at Westminster reading Dec. 10.
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Jennifer Haigh to Give Reading Nov. 5
News • 10/19/2021
The Friday Nights at Westminster series will welcome award-winning writer Jennifer Haigh for a reading Nov. 5.
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Students Recognized in National Merit Scholarship Program
News • 10/4/2021
A Sixth Former has been named a Semifinalist in the National Merit Scholarship Program.
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Award-Winning Writer Gina Barreca to Give Reading Oct. 8
News • 9/16/2021
The Friday Nights at Westminster series will kick off with a reading given by memoirist and humorist Gina Barreca.
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Alumnus to Give Keynote Address at Commencement
News • 2/9/2021
A Westminster alumnus from the Class of 1972 will give this year's keynote remarks at commencement.
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Students Participate in Two Model U.N. Conferences
News • 1/25/2021
Students in Westminster's Model U.N. have had an active year taking part in conferences.
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Transformational Gift for Student Support Announced
News • 1/6/2021
A multimillion dollar gift to greatly enhance the experience of students receiving need-based financial aid will also honor a legacy.
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Sign-In Ceremony Officially Welcomes New Students
News • 10/15/2020
Staying true to Westminster tradition, all new students participated in a Sign-In Ceremony that formalized their entrance to school.
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Students Win Prizes in National French Competition
News • 9/18/2020
Westminster students were national prize winners in the National French Contest.
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Students Compete in Fourth Form Public Speaking Contest
News • 5/7/2020
The fifth annual Fourth Form Public Speaking Contest featured speeches given by seven finalists.
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Putting on a Musical
News • 2/12/2020
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Westminster Sends Large Delegation to Yale Model U.N.
News • 2/11/2020
After weeks of preparation, members of Westminster's Model U.N. group had a rewarding experience at the annual Yale Model U.N. conference.
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Dramat to Present “The Little Mermaid”
News • 1/24/2020
Westminster Dramat's production of "The Little Mermaid" will surely please audiences with its touching love story and well-known songs.
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Academic Extra Help at Westminster
News • 1/15/2020
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Haneef Nelson and Friends to Perform Jan. 31
News • 1/7/2020
Trumpeter Haneef Nelson and his band will perform as part of the Friday Nights at Westminster series.
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Students Assume Leadership Roles at Model U.N. Conference
News • 12/9/2019
A large delegation of students participated in the Connecticut World Affairs Council Model U.N. at the University of Hartford.
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Mark Erelli to Perform Jan. 10
News • 12/9/2019
New England-based singer-songwriter Mark Erelli will perform Jan. 10 as part of Friday Nights at Westminster series.
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New First Boys’ Baseball Coach Announced for 2021
News • 11/20/2019
A new head coach of First Boys' Baseball beginning in the 2021 season has been announced.
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Poet Norah Pollard to Give Dec. 6 Reading
News • 11/11/2019
Connecticut Poet Norah Pollard returns to Westminster to give a reading in the Friday Nights at Westminster series.
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Cirque Mei Gives Awe-Inspiring Performance
News • 10/31/2019
Members of the Westminster community were dazzled by a performance of Cirque Mei that showcased Chinese circus acts.
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Earth Day Artworks On Display at Bradley International Airport
News • 10/15/2019
Artworks from Westminster's recognition of Earth Day are on public display until March at Bradley International Airport.
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Professional Development
News • 10/2/2019
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Grandparents Day Brings Lots of Smiles to Campus
News • 9/27/2019
Grandparents of current students visited the Hill Sept. 25 to spend the day with their grandchildren.
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Steve Rushin to Give Westminster Reading
News • 9/18/2019
Acclaimed writer Steve Rushin will give an Oct. 11 reading as part of the Friday Nights at Westminster series.
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Student Named Contest Winner in Letters About Literature Competition
News • 5/6/2019
As a Connecticut contest winner in the Library of Congress' Letters About Literature competition, Geena Kim '20 gave a reading at the state capitol.
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Students Compete in Fourth Annual Public Speaking Contest
News • 5/6/2019
The Fourth Form Public Speaking Contest featured original speeches given by 15 students before a panel of judges.
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Student Named Contest Winner in Letters About Literature Competition
News • 5/6/2019
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Earth Day Celebrated in Collaborative Effort
News • 4/28/2019
A communitywide tribute to Earth Day showcased artworks that were months in the making.
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Industrial Rhythm Brings High-Energy Show to Enthusiastic Audience
News • 4/16/2019
This year's Graham Gund ’59 Visiting Artist Series featured the exciting dance and percussion troupe Industrial Rhythm.
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Writer Maud Macrory Powell to Give Reading at Westminster School
News • 4/3/2019
The Friday Nights at Westminster series will feature a reading by writer and alumna Maud Macrory Powell on April 26.
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Sixth Former Named 2019 Distinguished Young Woman of Connecticut
News • 3/6/2019
Kaitlyn Eddy '19 has been named the 2019 Distinguished Young Woman of Connecticut and will participate in the national competition.
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Photography Students Take Top Awards in Statewide Competition
News • 1/30/2019
Westminster photography students earned awards at the 2019 Connecticut Regional Scholastic Art Awards competition.
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Ocean Vuong to Give Reading Feb. 22
News • 1/24/2019
Critically acclaimed poet Ocean Vuong will give a free public reading at Westminster Feb. 22.
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Delegates Proud of Yale Model U.N. Contributions
News • 1/22/2019
Westminster sent an experienced delegation to an inspiring and rewarding 2019 Yale Model U.N. conference.
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Dramat to Present "Pippin"
News • 1/15/2019
The public is invited to attend performances by Westminster School's Dramat Association of the popular musical "Pippin" Feb. 22-24 in Werner Centennial Center.
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Mitch Overbye
News • 1/3/2019
(860) 408-3064 moverbye@westminster-school.org Other Roles at Westminster: Varsity Girls’ Softball Head Coach, Advisor, Dormitory Affiliate in Edge House Originally From: Wyckoff, NJ and Poughkeepsie, NY Home away from home: Charlestown, RI Favorite Westminster activities: Senior Day cel ...
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David Pringle
News • 12/27/2018
(860) 408-3050 dpringle@westminster-school.org Other Roles at Westminster : Coordinator of Multicultural Affairs, Varsity Boys’ Basketball Head Coach, Third Boys’ Soccer Coach, Advisor Originally From : New Haven, CT Home away from home : Memphis, TN Favorite Westminster tradition : Lawn ...
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Andrea Thomas
News • 12/25/2018
(860) 408-3062 athomas@westminster-school.org Other Roles at Westminster : Advisor, Co-Director of Student Activities Originally from: Lancaster, Pa. Current home : West Hartford Favorite Westminster event : Opening Days. We get to know prospective families well during the admissions process, ...
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Siobhan Ulrich
News • 12/24/2018
(860) 408-3061 sulrich@westminster-school.org Originally from : Concord, N.H. Home away from home : I love the coast of southern Maine. Favorite Westminster tradition : I always enjoy the Lawn Ceremony. It’s such an important rite of passage for the rising seniors. I love seeing them all dress ...
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Poet Kate Rushin and Jazz Bassist Nat Reeves Give Jan. 11 Performance
News • 12/17/2018
The Friday Nights at Westminster series kicked off the new year with a combination poetry and jazz performance in Werner Centennial Center.
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Students Compete in Harvard-MIT Math Tournament
News • 11/15/2018
Six Westminster Mathletes competed in one of the most prestigious high school competitions in the world.
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“The Servant of Two Masters” Plays to Enthusiastic Audiences
News • 11/14/2018
Westminster Dramat completed a very well-received run of "The Servant of Two Masters."
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Gina Barreca to Give Reading Dec. 7
News • 11/8/2018
Memoirist and humorist Gina Barreca will give a reading at Westminster Dec. 7 as part of the school’s Friday Nights at Westminster series.
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Faculty Member Named Head of School at Fairfield Country Day School
News • 10/30/2018
Fairfield Country Day School has selected Westminster faculty member Jon Deveaux as its next head of school.
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Liviu Pop & Friends to Give Nov. 2 Performance
News • 10/10/2018
A rare lineup of artists promises an intense performance by Liviu Pop &; Friends Nov. 2 at Westminster.
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Sharing a School Day with Grandparents
News • 10/1/2018
Grandparents Day was attended by more than 200 grandparents who spent the school day with their grandchildren.
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Students Recognized in National Merit Scholarship Program
News • 9/20/2018
Students Recognized in National Merit Scholarship Program
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Award-Winning Writer Scott Russell Sanders to Give Reading Oct. 5
News • 9/13/2018
The Friday Nights at Westminster series kicks off this year with a reading by noted writer Scott Russell Sanders Oct. 5.
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Five Westminster Alumni Compete in NCAA Lacrosse Championship Games
News • 5/30/2018
Five Westminster alumni competed in the D-I and D-III NCAA Lacrosse Championship games.
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Westminster Team Takes First Place in Economics Competition
News • 5/14/2018
A team of Westminster students came in first in the state and 18th in the nation in the top division of the National Economics Challenge.
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Fourth Formers Compete in Public Speaking Contest
News • 5/4/2018
Westminster's third annual Public Speaking Contest featured speeches given by 11 Fourth Formers.
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Sixth Former Recognized Nationally for Health Innovation Leadership
News • 4/20/2018
Teagan Stedman '18 has been recognized nationally with an AXA Achievement Scholarship for his leadership in health innovations.
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Award-Winning Novelist Emily St. John Mandel to Give April 27 Reading
News • 4/6/2018
Novelist Emily St. John Mandel and Fifth Former Hannah Kaye will give readings at Westminster April 27 as part of the Friday Nights at Westminster series.
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Hope On The Hill Run to Raise Money for Cancer Research
News • 4/3/2018
The student group Serving Our Neighbors will hold a Hope On The Hill run April 22 to raise money for pediatric cancer research.
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Richter Uzur Duo Entertains Students and Faculty
News • 3/29/2018
The Richter Uzur Duo returned to Westminster March 29 to give a performance for the Westminster community in Werner Centennial Center.
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Mother-Daughter Art Show
News • 3/8/2018
Sixth Former Mary Kille and her mother, Paula Kille, will present photographs and paintings in a joint exhibition March 23 through April 22 in Baxter Gallery.
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Essayist and Poet Joy Ladin Gave Reading Feb. 23
News • 2/7/2018
Writer Joy Ladin gave a reading at Westminster Feb. 23 as part of the Friday Nights at Westminster series.
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Westminster Delegation Participates in Yale Model United Nations Conference
News • 1/23/2018
Westminster sent a delegation to the Yale Model U.N. conference for the 10th year in a row.
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Novelist Dan Pope Gave Reading Jan. 26
News • 1/9/2018
Novelist Dan Pope and Shaunna Walsh '20 gave readings Jan. 26 as part of the Friday Nights at Westminster series.
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Students Spearhead “Stuff-A-Cruiser” Toy Drive
News • 12/14/2017
Westminster's Serving Our Neighbors (SON) organization contributed more than 80 new and unwrapped toys to the Simsbury Police Departments's annual "Stuff-A-Cruiser" toy drive.
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Taking On the Best and Brightest Math Students in the World
News • 11/27/2017
Members of the Westminster Math Club competed in the recent Harvard-MIT Mathematics Tournament.
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Poet Philip Metres to Give Reading
News • 11/8/2017
Poet Philip Metres will give a reading at Westminster Dec. 8.
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Baxter Gallery Featuring Paintings by Emily Buchanan
News • 10/5/2017
Baxter Gallery is featuring an exhibit of landscape paintings by artist Emily Buchanan P'20 through Oct. 31 .
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Chris Herren Shares Story About His Life
News • 10/2/2017
Former basketball superstar Chris Herren visited Westminster to share his life story about battling substance abuse and now helping others.
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Westminster to Hold Admissions Open Houses
News • 9/21/2017
Prospective students and their families interested in fall 2018 enrollment are invited to attend an Admissions Open House on Oct. 5 or Nov. 7 .
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Award-Winning Writer Monica Wood to Give Reading
News • 9/14/2017
Award-winning writer Monica Wood returns to Westminster Oct. 6 to give a reading as part of the Friday Nights at Westminster series.
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Fourth Formers Compete in Public Speaking Contest
News • 5/10/2017
Westminster's second annual Public Speaking Contest featured dynamic presentations by 14 Fourth Formers on a variety of topics.
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Fifth Formers Recognized in WALKS Constitutional Essay Contest
News • 5/1/2017
Two Fifth Formers received recognition for essays they wrote about the Electoral College.
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Martlets Attend Statewide Diversity Leadership Conference
News • 4/24/2017
Westminster delegation helps lead CAIS Student Diversity Leadership Conference.
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AP Biology Students Gain Hands-On Medical Experience
News • 4/24/2017
Students in AP Biology traveled to Hartford Hospital’s Center for Education, Simulation and Innovation.
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Westminster to Host 17th Annual MS Walk
News • 4/19/2017
Westminster will host Walk MS: Simsbury 2017 on April 23 .
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Madcap Murder Mystery Takes Stage in Werner Centennial Center
News • 4/12/2017
Members of the Westminster community delighted in a production of the musical comedy and murder mystery "Murder for Two."
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Writer Sarah Braunstein to Give Reading April 28
News • 4/7/2017
As part of the Friday Nights in Gund series, writer Sarah Braunstein will give a reading April 28 .
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Olympian Shares Life Lessons
News • 3/2/2017
Olympic rower Sara Hendershot visited Westminster to share her experiences as an athlete and some lifelong lessons she has learned from training and competition.
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Students Achieve at Musical Festivals
News • 2/10/2017
Three Westminster students participated in the Northern Region Music Festival with one of them earning a placement in the All-State Choir.
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Writer Howard Axelrod to Give Reading Feb. 24
News • 2/1/2017
Memoirist Howard Axelrod will give a reading at Westminster Feb. 24 as part of the Friday Nights in Gund series.
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Chapel Service Honors Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
News • 1/17/2017
Westminster honored Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Jan 16 with a chapel service organized by students that featured a guest speaker and musical performances.
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Westminster Latin Teacher Named Connecticut Language Teacher of the Year
News • 1/17/2017
Latin teacher Maureen Lamb has been named Connecticut Language Teacher of the Year 2016-2017.
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Delegation of Students and Faculty Attend National Conference
News • 1/17/2017
A delegation of Westminster students and faculty recently attended the NAIS People of Color Conference and Student Diversity Leadership Conference in Atlanta.
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Grace Brentano ’16 Named One of Two Connecticut Advanced Placement Scholars
News • 12/1/2016
Grace Brentano '16 has been named one of two Connecticut Advanced Placement Scholars.
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Dramat Presents “Peter and the Starcatcher”
News • 11/18/2016
Westminster Dramat presented a lively and well-received production of "Peter and the Starcatcher" in Werner Centennial Center.
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Writer David Huddle to Give Dec. 9 Reading
News • 11/17/2016
Writer David Huddle will be the featured reader Dec. 9 as part of Westminster's Friday Nights in Gund series.
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Math Club Competes in Harvard-MIT Mathematics Tournament
News • 11/17/2016
Members of Westminster's Math Club achieved impressive results at the annual Harvard-MIT Math Tournament.
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Model UN Delegation Visits United Nations
News • 10/28/2016
Members of Westminster's Model UN program traveled to New York City to visit the Mexican Mission to the United Nations.
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Dramat to Present “Peter and the Starcatcher”
News • 10/14/2016
Westminster Dramat will present "Peter and the Starcatcher" Nov. 10-12 in the Werner Centennial Center.
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Tuey Connell ’86 to Give Jazz Concert
News • 10/13/2016
Jazz musician Tuey Connell '86 will be the featured performer Nov. 4 at the Friday Nights in Gund series.
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Grandparents Day 2016
News • 10/3/2016
Grandparents of many Westminster students spent the school day with their grandchildren on Grandparents Day Sept. 28.
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One-Man Show Gives Voice to Youth Issues
News • 9/30/2016
Actor and comedian John Morello performed his acclaimed show "Dirt" for members of the Westminster community.
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Westminster to Hold Admissions Open Houses
News • 9/19/2016
Prospective students and their parents are invited to attend Admissions Open Houses Oct. 6 and Nov. 7 .
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First Softball wins Founders League Championship
News • 5/26/2016
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Thank You, Mr. Berry
News • 5/18/2016
The Class of 2016's yearbook dedication to Mr. Berry
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History Made As First Ever Martlet Girls' Golf Team Tees Off
News • 5/8/2016
Coach Stevens introduces Westminster's newest team
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WCLP Winter Program
News • 5/6/2016
Sixth Former Paige Brackett reflects on the importance of giving back to the community
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Author Martha Brockenbrough to Give April 27 Reading
News • 4/8/2016
Adult and children's author Martha Brockenbrough will give a reading at Westminster April 27 that is free and open to the public.
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Low Strung to Perform April 8
News • 3/14/2016
Low Strung, a group of classically trained cellists from Yale University who perform rock music, will give an April 8 performance at Westminster.
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Language Department Head Selected as Lead Teacher for Klingenstein Summer Institute
News • 3/10/2016
Faculty member Sara Deveaux will serve as a lead teacher for world languages at the 2016 Klingenstein Summer Institute.
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Westminster Delegation Brings Home Awards from Yale Model UN
News • 1/26/2016
Members of Westminster's well-prepared and experienced delegation to the 42nd Yale Model UN Conference brought home three awards.
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Guest Post: Looking for your first read of 2016? Juliet Okpalanma '06 recommends Room
News • 1/12/2016
Juliet Okpalanma '06 guest blogs with a book suggestion for the New Year
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Poet and Artist Melissa Croghan Exhibits Artworks
News • 1/5/2016
Works of art by poet and artist Melissa Croghan will be on display in Baxter Gallery until Feb. 15 .
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Westminster Students and Faculty Attend National Conferences
News • 12/16/2015
A group of student and faculty delegates from Westminster participated in the NAIS People of Color and Student Diversity Leadership conferences in Tampa.
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AP Studio Art Class Visits University of Hartford
News • 12/14/2015
Students in AP Art Studio visited the University of Hartford to work on their portfolios.
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Judy Handler and Mark Levesque to Perform Oct. 16
News • 10/2/2015
The duo of Judy Handler and Mark Levesque will perform international music for guitars and mandolin Oct. 16 at a Friday Nights in Gund concert.
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Guest Post: The Short and Tragic Life of Robert Peace
News • 9/30/2015
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Writer Jaed Coffin to Give Oct. 9 Reading
News • 9/23/2015
Writer Jaed Coffin and Sixth Former Collin Lech will give readings at the Friday Nights in Gund event Oct. 9 .
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Student Earns National Academic Recognition
News • 9/14/2015
Sixth Former Grace Brentano has been named a Semifinalist in the 2016 National Merit Scholarship Program.
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Two Faculty Members Launch New Poetry Book
News • 9/9/2015
Two Westminster faculty members who have collaborated on a new book of poems will launch their book at a reading Sept. 30 .
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Meet New Faculty Member Caitlan More
News • 8/31/2015
New Math teacher and Swimming/Softball coach Caitlan More talks about why she came to Westminster, why she loves math and more
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Westminster Student Places Third in TEDxTeen Competition
News • 6/15/2015
Fourth Former Teagan Stedman, who founded the charity Shred Kids’ Cancer, placed third in the 2015 TEDxTeen competition.
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Westminster Teams Compete in Spring Tournaments
News • 5/16/2015
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Students Earn Awards in Latin Competitions
News • 5/11/2015
For the sixth year in a row, Westminster students participated in the National Latin Exam and the National Junior Classical League Creative Writing Contest and earned awards.
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Lee Robin Band to Give May 19 Performance
News • 5/2/2015
The Lee Robin Band will give a free public performance at Westminster on May 19.
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Writer Jonathan Gillman to Give April 24 Reading
News • 4/22/2015
Writer Jonathan Gillman and Sixth Former Shelby Gamble will give readings at the April 24 Friday Nights in Gund event.
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Alumni Art Exhibit Features Work of Bryan Nash Gill ’80
News • 4/22/2015
Westminster's third annual Alumni Art Exhibit features the work of the late Bryan Nash Gill '80, including some rarely seen pieces.
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More than 30 Martlets Attend Statewide Leadership Conference
News • 4/21/2015
Westminster students and faculty played a leadership role in the CAIS 13th Annual Student Diversity Leadership Conference.
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Westminster to Host 15th Annual MS Walk
News • 4/21/2015
Hundreds of walkers are expected to turn out for the MS Walk in Simsbury April 26 hosted by Westminster School.
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Synetic Theater Performs Wordless “Hamlet”
News • 4/21/2015
Members of the Westminster community enjoyed a high-energy, wordless performance of "Hamlet" as part of the Graham Gund ’59 Visiting Artist Series.
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Richter Uzur Duo Return to Westminster
News • 4/10/2015
The Richter Uzur Duo gave a return performance for the Westminster community that featured mashup pieces, original compositions and rock songs.
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Dramat Completes Three-Day Run of Dirty Rotten Scoundrels
News • 2/27/2015
Dramat's hilarious production of "Dirty Rotten Scoundrels" generated enthusiastic praise from its audiences.
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Author Amity Gaige to Give Reading
News • 2/10/2015
Noted author Amity Gaige and faculty member Bryan Tawney will give readings at Westminster Feb. 13 as a part of the Friday Nights in Gund series.
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Dramat to Present “Dirty Rotten Scoundrels”
News • 1/26/2015
Westminster Dramat will present the musical "Dirty Rotten Scoundrels" Feb. 20-22 in the Werner Centennial Center.
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Poet Benjamin Grossberg to Give Reading
News • 1/16/2015
Award-winning poet Benjamin Grossberg will give a reading at Westminster Jan. 16 as a part of the school's Friday Nights in Gund series.
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New Assistant Headmaster for Advancement Named
News • 1/16/2015
Westminster alumnus Ted Probert will assume the position of assistant headmaster for advancement July 1.
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Viva Quetzal to Perform Jan. 9
News • 1/6/2015
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Fifth Former Selected to Play in Connecticut Youth Symphony Orchestra
News • 1/6/2015
Violinist Joyce Cheng '16 performed in her first concert with the Connecticut Youth Symphony Orchestra Dec. 7
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Students and Faculty Attend NAIS Conferences in Indianapolis
News • 12/11/2014
A delegation of Westminster students and faculty recently attended the NAIS Student Diversity Leadership Conference and the NAIS People of Color Conference.
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Winter Athletics Tournaments
News • 12/10/2014
Westminster teams to participate in holiday tournaments
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Mathletes Earn Best Finish Ever at Harvard-MIT Mathematics Tournament
News • 11/24/2014
Members of Westminster's Math Club returned from the 2014 Harvard-MIT Mathematics Tournament with a record finish.
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Author Monica Wood to Give Dec. 5 Reading
News • 11/14/2014
The "Friday Nights in Gund" series will feature a reading by award-winning author Monica Wood on Dec. 5.
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Martlet Field Hockey Alumnae Earn Honors
News • 11/13/2014
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Martlet Teams Earn Spots in Post-Season Play
News • 11/12/2014
Martlets First Football earns first ever bowl game appearance; First Girls' Soccer and Field Hockey earn spots in Class A Tourneys
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Westminster to Hold Admissions Open House
News • 11/3/2014
November 3rd
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The Jazz Bones to Perform Nov. 14
News • 10/27/2014
The Friday Nights in Gund series will feature The Jazz Bones trombone ensemble in concert Nov. 14.
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Helping Hands Across the Community
News • 10/15/2014
Members of the Westminster community volunteered at agencies across the Hartford region during an all-school Community Service Day.
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Grandparents Day 2014
News • 10/11/2014
Westminster students and their grandparents spent a school day together attending classes, having lunch and touring campus.
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Historic Whiffenpoofs Concert
News • 10/2/2014
The Whiffenpoofs of 1958 and 2015 had audience members tapping their toes during a joint concert at Westminster.
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Writer Rand Richards Cooper to Give Oct. 2 Reading
News • 9/5/2014
Westminster kicks off its Friday Nights in Gund series with a special Thursday Oct. 2 edition featuring writer Rand Richards Cooper.
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Singer-Songwriter Kris Delmhorst to Give Performance
News • 5/2/2014
Internationally touring songwriter Kris Delmhorst will give a free performance at Westminster May 20.
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Students Take Top Spots in Constitutional Essay Contest
News • 4/30/2014
Two Westminster students won the highest awards in the multi-school WALKS Constitutional Essay Contest.
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Writer Ron Carlson to Give April 18 Reading
News • 4/18/2014
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Jazz Vocalist Dana Lauren to Perform April 4
News • 3/31/2014
The young and talented jazz vocalist Dana Lauren will give a performance at the "Friday Nights in Gund" event on April 4.
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Westminster Softball Wins Class A Western New England Championship
News • 5/20/2013
Westminster Softball completes a 17-1 season and captures its fifth title in six years.
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Cleaning Up Local Trails
News • 4/9/2013
Westminster volunteers spent part of April 7 participating in the Farmington Valley Trails Council’s fourth annual trailwide Cleanup Day.
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Guitarist and Composer Norman Johnson to Perform at Westminster April 5
News • 4/5/2013
The first spring term event in the "Friday Nights in Gund" series will feature guitarist and composer Norman Johnson and a trio of performers.
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First Girls’ Hockey Raised Funds for Breast Cancer Research
News • 2/7/2013
First Girls' Hockey held a fundraiser for breast cancer research and awareness at the team's home game on Saturday, Jan 26.
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Students and Faculty Attend Student Diversity Leadership Conference
News • 1/7/2013
A group of Westminster students and faculty participated in a recent Student Diversity Leadership Conference sponsored by the National Association of Independent Schools.
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Students Compete in Math Tournament
News • 11/19/2012
Two teams of Westminster "mathletes" enjoyed competing with students from other schools at the Harvard-MIT Mathematics Tournament.
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Two Sixth Formers Recognized as Commended Students
News • 10/16/2012
The National Merit Scholarship Corporation has recognized two Sixth Formers for their exceptional academic promise.
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Softball Earns No. 2 Seed in Class A Western New England Tournament, MAY 19-20
News • 5/17/2012
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Westminster School Spring Cabaret to Feature Songs from Broadway
News • 4/26/2012
Westminster students will perform in a New York-style Spring Cabaret May 10 and 11 in the Werner Centennial Center to which the public is invited.
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Students Participate in Math Tournament
News • 2/14/2012
Seven members of Westminster's Math Club participated in the recent Harvard-MIT Mathematics Tournament.
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Three Martlets to Compete in U.S. Junior Open Squash Championships
News • 12/10/2011
Three members of First Boys' Squash will compete in the U.S. Junior Open Squash Championships at Harvard Dec. 17 - 20.
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Dramat to Present “Eurydice”
News • 11/4/2011
Westminster Dramat will present "Eurydice" on Nov. 14, 15 and 16 in the Werner Centennial Center, 8 p.m.
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Sixth Formers Named Commended Students In 2012 National Merit Scholarship Program
News • 9/30/2011
The National Merit Scholarship Program has recognized four Westminster Students for their exceptional academic promise.
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First Boys’ Lacrosse Wins Founders League Title
News • 5/27/2011
First Boys' Lacrosse finished an exciting season by winning the Founders League championship outright for the first time since 1996.
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Concerts to Benefit CCLP
News • 5/10/2011
A portion of the proceeds from upcoming Voce Chamber Artists concerts will benefit CCLP.
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Friday Night Readings Event to Feature Westminster Poets
News • 5/5/2011
A Friday Night Readings series event on May 20 will feature Westminster faculty and student poets.
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Students Attend Classics Day
News • 4/21/2011
Westminster Latin students particiated in Classics Day at Holy Cross for the second year in a row.
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Westminster Welcomes the MS Walk
News • 4/5/2011
Westminster will once again host the annual MS Walk, which will take place Sunday, April 10.
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Terrance Hayes to Visit as 11th Westminster Poet
News • 4/1/2011
Westminster will welcome Terrance Hayes, who won the National Book Award for Poetry in 2010, to campus for a two-day visit.
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Students Visit France
News • 3/29/2011
Nine students spent two weeks visiting Paris and southern France during March break.
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Students to Participate in Northern Region Music Festival
News • 12/13/2010
Six Westminster students have been invited to participate in the Northern Region Music Festival.
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Girls' First Soccer to compete in New England Finals
News • 11/20/2010
Westminster defeats Milton 1-0 in semi-finals.
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Faculty Member Discusses New Book on Public Radio
News • 11/17/2010
Westminster faculty member Nick McDonald is interviewed on Connecticut Public Radio about a new book he has written that he considers a legacy of his geological research work.
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Dramat to Present “Picasso at the Lapin Agile”
News • 11/2/2010
Westminster Dramat will give three public performances of "Picasso at the Lapin Agile" by Steve Martin Nov. 11, 12 and 13 at 8 p.m.
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Sixth Formers Enjoy a Day of Shakespeare
News • 11/1/2010
Sixth Form English classes visit Hartford for a day of Shakespeare and live professional theater.
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Bill Philip Becomes New Headmaster
News • 7/6/2010
William V.N. Philip P'06,'09, who has had a long and distinguished career at Westminster School, became the school's eighth headmaster July 1.
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Magazine Article Receives National Award
News • 6/15/2010
An article written by faculty member Todd Eckerson has won an award from the Association of Educational Publishers.
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Martlets to Compete in Class A New England Tournaments
News • 11/15/2009
For the third year in a row, both First Girls’ Soccer and First Field Hockey have earned a trip to the Class A New England Tournament.
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Westminster Alumni Turn Out for Annual Lacrosse Game
News • 5/20/2009
Twenty-four lacrosse alumni turned out for the annual David H. Hovey Alumni Lacrosse game at Westminster.
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01.28.2009 -- All Games Rescheduled or Canceled
News • 1/28/2009
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Hundreds of Martlets Turn Out for Reunion 2008
News • 5/22/2008
Hundreds of Martlets returned to the Hill for Reunion 2008 and enjoyed catching up with classmates and hearing about current life on campus.
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Hundreds of Martlets Turn Out for Reunion 2008 (cont.)
News • 5/22/2008
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Grit & Grace in Greenwich
News • 5/5/2008
Westminster parents and alumni turn out for "Grit and Grace in Greenwich"
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Finding Voices with Masks
News • 4/25/2008
In a recent visit to Westminster School, artist Suzanne Benton gave a presentation about her 30-year career as a sculptor, mask performer, printmaker and painter and conducted workshops for students.
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Squash Players Earn Trophies at Championships
News • 2/28/2008
First Boys' Squash finished seventh in the recent Class B New England Interscholastic Squash Association Championships with three players receiving trophies for their efforts.
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Dramat Presents How To Succeed In Business Without Really Trying
News • 2/7/2008
Join the Westminster community for How To Succeed In Business Without Really Trying
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Annual “Fifth Form College Day” for Parents of Fifth Formers, Saturday, February 16, 2008
News • 2/4/2008
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Bob Leve Publishes New Book
News • 1/22/2008
Westminster School psychologist Bob Leve has published a new novel about the last Icelandic longboat to reach North America and the creation of the Iroquois Nation.
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Helping Others Through Community Service
News • 1/13/2008
The opportunity to participate in community service at the University of Hartford Magnet School fall trimester was a very meaningful experience for Westminster students.
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Student Diversity Leadership and People of Color Conferences
News • 1/6/2008
Diversity, multiculturalism and communication were the topics of two exciting conferences attended by students and faculty from Westminster School.
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CCLP Summer Enrichment Completes 6th Year
News • 10/11/2007
CCLP completed its most successful Summer Enrichment ever with many Westminster faculty and volunteers participating.
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Westminster Cross Country Hosts the Richard Miller Invitational
News • 10/2/2007
Girls' Cross Country Places Second in 2nd annual running.
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Westminster Hosts SPHERE Opening Program
News • 9/4/2007
Faculty members from 12 schools attended the opening program for SPHERE at Westminster School, which featured keynote speaker Dr. Elizabeth Aaronsohn who spoke about teaching in a multicultural world.
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Author David Michael Kaplan to Visit Westminster
News • 8/14/2007
Award-winning writer David Michael Kaplan will visit Westminster School in October to lead English classes and give a reading in the Werner Centennial Theater.
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Boston Bruins Select Tommy Cross ’08
News • 7/11/2007
Westminster Sixth Former Tommy Cross was drafted by the Boston Bruins in the second round of the 2007 NHL Draft. He will play for the Martlets again next season and has committed to Boston College in the fall of 2008 before turning professional.
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Founders' League - Softball Champions
News • 5/18/2007
Westminster scores twice in final inning; caps come-from-behind victory over Choate-Rosemary Hall.
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Westminster Hosts Annual MS Walk
News • 5/2/2007
For the seventh year, Westminster hosts the Simsbury MS Walk April 22 to raise funds for the National Multiple Sclerosis Society.
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Girls’ Hockey Players Excel at Nationals
News • 4/5/2007
Members of Westminster's First Girls' Hockey Team had an impressive showing at the 2007 USA Hockey Nationals in San Jose, Calif.
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Winter Performing Arts Festival
News • 3/20/2007
Westminster’s Concert Band, Jazz Combo, Dance Ensemble, Chorale and Chamber Choir participated in the Winter Performing Arts Festival on March 2 in Werner Centennial Center and Andrews Memorial Chapel.
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A School Trip to Yale Repertory Theater
News • 2/19/2007
Westminster students and faculty took a school trip to Yale Feb. 8 to see the Primary Stages production of "In the Continuum" and to meet with the playwrights.
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“Everybody cut, Footloose!”
News • 2/9/2007
The Westminster Dramatic Association is hard at work putting the finishing touches on their production of “Footloose,” to be performed Feb. 16-18, 2007.
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Fifth Form College Day on Sat., Feb. 17, to include Athletic Recruitment Overview
News • 1/29/2007
Fifth Form College Day provides insight on the college search process. Peter Newman ’80, Associate Director of College Counseling, to lead a session on college athletic recruiting.
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Westminster Community Asked to Accept Rachel’s Challenge
News • 1/24/2007
The Westminster community was asked to accept Rachel's Challenge and start a chain of reaction of compassion.
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Hat Day Raises Funds, Prompts Hill Holiday
News • 1/23/2007
The Serving Our Neighbors student organization planned an event to raise funds for a cause, prompting surprise Hill Holiday.
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Honoring and Celebrating Martin Luther King
News • 1/20/2007
Through music, words and pictures, 22 students at Westminster put on a stirring and uplifting program to mark the celebration of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
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Learning the Risks of Today’s Technologies
News • 11/20/2006
Students learned about the potential risks involved in the use of modern technologies at a recent presentation titled "Cyber Space: A World of Trouble."
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“Museum” Offered a Laughter-Filled Evening
News • 11/15/2006
Westminster Dramatic Association's presentation of Museum, a comedy about art, artists, museums and larger world issues, was well received by audiences during its three-day run.
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Parents’ Weekend 2006
News • 10/31/2006
Teacher conferences, receptions, awards, a concert and victories on the playing fields highlighted this year’s weekend visit by parents.
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Running For A Reason
News • 10/20/2006
Through the support of family, friends and the Westminster community, Newman and Tawney successfully train and run to raise funds.
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CCLP Helps Place Seven HPHS Students into Prep Schools
News • 10/16/2006
The Crossroads Cooperative Learning Program helped place seven Hartford Public High School students into independent schools this year including Westminster.
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Political Historian Kevin Phillips to Speak at Westminster
News • 10/13/2006
Noted political historian and best-selling author Kevin Phillips will give a timely presentation to the Westminster community Oct. 31 about the forthcoming elections. Phillips, the author of 12 books, is a regular commentator for National Public Radio and a former commentator for CBS News.
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Area Independent School Student Activities Directors Meet at Westminster
News • 10/12/2006
Westminster’s Director of Student Activities, Sarah Coco Bishop, hosted a luncheon for Activities Directors from boarding schools in the region.
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Faculty Attend SPHERE Opening
News • 9/27/2006
Members of the Westminster faculty recently participated in the opening program of SPHERE, designed to start the new academic year with collective support for diversity and multiculturalism at schools that participate in the program.
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Matthew Emmel Named Semifinalist in 2007 National Merit Scholarship Program
News • 9/13/2006
Matthew Emmel, a Sixth Former at Westminster School, has been named a Semifinalist in the 52nd annual National Merit Scholarship Program.
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Students Win Photo Awards
News • 5/1/2006
Sixth Formers Emily Verone and Colin Campbell won First Place honors in local competitions.
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Students Compete in Fourth Form Public Speaking Contest
News • 5/4/2021
This year's Fourth Form Public Speaking Contest featured dynamic original speeches from 14 students.
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Dedication of Transformational Facilities
News • 10/20/2017
Armstrong Dining Hall, Kelter House and Brockelman Student Center were dedicated Oct. 13 at a celebration attended by 400 members of the Westminster community.
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Dramat Gives Dynamic Performance of “The 39 Steps”
News • 11/10/2014
Westminster Dramat presented a lively production of the spy melodrama "The 39 Steps."
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Traumatic Injury Leads to New Life Focus
News • 10/31/2014
During a Westminster presentation, former professional snowboarder Kevin Pearce shared the story of the traumatic brain injury that ended his snowboarding career and Olympic dreams.
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Sixth Former Named Winner of Fresh Voices Poetry Competition
News • 4/29/2014
Taite Puhala ’14 has been selected as one of five winners of the Fresh Voices Poetry Competition sponsored by the Sunken Garden Poetry Festival.
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Chapel Gallery Opens Exhibit on the Art of Protest in the ’60s and ’70s
News • 4/11/2014
Westminster’s Chapel Gallery is featuring an exhibit from April 7 to May 2 about the protest movement in the turbulent '60s and '70s.
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Students Named Finalists
News • 2/18/2014
Two Westminster Sixth Formers have been named Finalists in the National Merit Scholarship competition.
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Delegation Attends Yale Model UN
News • 2/10/2014
Members of Westminster's Model United Nations Club learned more about international diplomacy at the Yale Model UN in January.
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Chapel Gallery Exhibit Features Student Writing in Response to “Readymade Objects”
News • 2/10/2014
Westminster's Chapel Gallery opens an exhibit titled “Ekphrasis: From Object Matter to Subject Matter.”
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Math Club Competes in Harvard-MIT Mathematics Tournament
News • 11/15/2013
Members of the Westminster Math Club visited MIT recently to participate in the Harvard-MIT Mathematics Competition.
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Performance Poet to Give Reading
News • 11/13/2013
Performance poet Sean Thomas Dougherty and Sixth Formers Riley Bitterli and Rachel Chan will give readings Dec. 6 in the “Friday Nights in Gund” series.
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Grandparents Day
News • 10/14/2013
Westminster held its annual Grandparents Day Oct. 9, welcoming grandparents of students to campus to attend classes, chapel and athletic events.
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Community Service Day 2013
News • 10/9/2013
Westminster students, faculty and staff performed volunteer service at locations throughout Connecticut Oct. 3 as a part of the school's annual Community Service Day.
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Exciting Summer Science Experience for Middle Schoolers
News • 4/2/2013
Westminster's Summer Science Experience for middle school students is now open for registration.
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Westminster Student Named Finalist in National Merit Scholarship Program
News • 3/1/2013
Sixth Former Molly Mullen has advanced to Finalist standing in the 2013 National Merit Scholarship competition.
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Connecticut Writer to Give Reading
News • 2/5/2013
The "Friday Nights in Gund" series continues Feb. 22 with a reading by writer Lynn Hoffman and the winner of Westminster's James Joyce Short Story Writing Contest.
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Twenty-Eight Students Attend Yale Model United Nations Conference
News • 1/30/2013
Westminster students joined 1,300 other students at Yale's Model United Nations Conference Jan. 24-27 in New Haven.
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Singer Carrie Johnson to Give Westminster Performance
News • 1/11/2013
Westminster's "Friday Nights in Gund" series resumes on Jan. 18 with a performance by area singer and songwriter Carrie Johnson.
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Environmental Writer Fred Strebeigh to Give Talk
News • 1/4/2013
Fred Strebeigh, noted environmental journalist and lecturer in environmental writing and English at Yale, will speak Jan. 25 at Westminster.
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Westminster Donates 125 Turkeys to Holiday Food Drive
News • 12/19/2012
In honor of its 125th anniversary, Westminster School contributed 125 frozen turkeys to families in need through a holiday food drive in Simsbury.
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Poet Robert Cording to Give Reading at Westminster
News • 10/16/2012
Award-winning poets Robert Cording and Taite Puhala '14 will be the featured readers at the "Friday Nights in Gund" series event Nov. 2.
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Pulitzer Prize-Winning Author Jennifer Egan to Give Westminster Reading
News • 9/4/2012
Westminster kicks off its "Friday Nights in Gund," a series of readings, lectures and concerts held during the academic year, with a reading by Pulitzer Prize-winning novelist Jennifer Egan on Sept. 28.
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New Student and Faculty Residences Take Shape
News • 9/4/2012
Construction on two new student and faculty residents at Westminster moved at a rapid pace over the summer months.
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Capitol Squash Holds Summer Session at Westminster
News • 9/3/2012
Capitol Squash, an enrichment program for Hartford youth, held a six-week summer program at Westminster.
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Lecture on Art and Culture in the Non-Western Tradition
News • 3/22/2012
History teacher Charlie Griffith and five AP Art History students will give a public lecture on April 6 about art and culture in the non-Western tradition. Their presentation is part of the Westminster Lecture Series.
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Four Students Selected for All-State Chorus
News • 3/3/2012
Four Westminster students have been selected to participate in Connecticut's prestigious All-State Chorus at the All-State Festival in April.
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Award-Winning Poet to Give Jan. 27 Reading
News • 1/5/2012
Westminster's Friday Night Readings Series continues Jan. 27 with a reading by award-winning poet Jeffrey Harrison.
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Davis Scholar Wins Squash Championship
News • 12/21/2011
Ahmed Abdel Khalek ’12 won the 2011 U.S. Junior Open Squash Championships for boys under 19 this past weekend at Harvard.
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Musicians from Carnegie Hall’s Ensemble ACJW to Perform at Westminster School
News • 9/19/2011
Musicians from Carnegie Hall’s Ensemble ACJW will give a free public performance at Westminster School on Oct. 7 as a part of the school’s Westminster Music Series.
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Students Welcomed to School
News • 9/9/2011
Westminster begins its 124th year by formally welcoming students to school with some traditional ceremonies.
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Sixth Former Wins National Merit Scholarship Award
News • 5/25/2011
Sixth Former Hannah Ford was among the first group of winners in the 56th annual National Merit Scholarship Program.
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Latin Teacher to Give First Lecture in New Series
News • 4/5/2011
The Westminster Lecture Series begins in April with a presentation by Latin teacher Maureen Gassert.
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Third Form Enjoys Shakespeare at Yale
News • 3/29/2011
After studying Shakespeare's "Romeo and Juliet" in class, members of the Third Form visited the Yale Repertory Theatre to see a performance of the play.
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Martlets Help Bring Home World Championship
News • 1/18/2011
Two Westminster students were teammates on the world championship U18 U.S. Women’s Hockey Team.
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Popular Author to Give Reading at Westminster
News • 1/11/2011
Author Danielle Ganek will be the featured reader at Westminster's Friday Night Readings event Jan. 28.
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Math Teacher to Make Presentation at Regional Conference
News • 11/8/2010
Westminster faculty member Tony Griffith will discuss student preparation for success in college mathematics at the fall meeting of the Northeastern Section of The Mathematical Association of America.
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Motivating Students with a Quiz
News • 9/17/2010
An article written by two Westminster faculty members about a new type of quiz that helps motivate students to read appears in the September issue of the English Journal.
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Science Teacher Opens Window Into the Jurassic World
News • 7/6/2010
Westminster biology and geology teacher Nick McDonald, who is regarded as the foremost authority on the paleontology of the Connecticut Valley, has written a new book titled “Window Into the Jurassic World.”
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May 10 Proclaimed “Carol and Graham Cole Day” In Simsbury
News • 5/12/2010
The Simsbury Board of Selectmen recently paid tribute to retiring Headmaster Graham and Carol Cole by proclaiming May 10 “Carol and Graham Cole Day.”
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Poet Norah Pollard to Give Literary Reading
News • 5/4/2010
The final reading in Westminster's Friday Night Readings series will take place May 21 and feature Connecticut poet Norah Pollard.
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Martlets Named to All-Tournament Team
News • 12/1/2009
Three Martlets have been named to the 2009 All-New England Class A Field Hockey Tournament Team.
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Students Welcomed from Many Towns, States and Countries
News • 9/17/2009
Westminster welcomed students to the Hill this year from many Connecticut towns as well as numerous states and countries.
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New Literary Reading Series Announced
News • 9/17/2009
Westminster will host a series of literary readings in the Gund Reading Room that will be open to the public.
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Student Named to National Olympic Development Program
News • 11/17/2008
Westminster Sixth Former Torrey Leroy has been selected for the Olympic Development Program pool for women's soccer.
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Westminster Supports Professional Baseball Player Jeff Natale ’01
News • 4/27/2007
Westminster faculty and students turned out for a recent Portland Sea Dogs and the New Britain Rock Cats game to support Jeff Natale '01 in his Conn. professional baseball debut.
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The Pete Test School Record Swim for Cancer Raises $14,000
News • 12/13/2006
The Westminster Swimming and Diving Team hosted the “Pete Test School Record Swim for Cancer” at the Westminster Swim Center, and garnered pledges for $14,000 to the American Cancer Society.
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Ravi Coltrane’s Tour Includes Westminster Performance
News • 4/8/2014
Renowned jazz saxophonist Ravi Coltrane gave a performance in Werner Centennial Center April 3 as a part of the Graham Gund ’59 Visiting Artist Series.
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Dramat Presents “The Compleat Wrks of Wllm Shkspre (Abridged)”
News • 11/18/2013
Dramat's three-day run entertained audiences with its humorous presentation of the works of the Bard.
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First Field Hockey “Pink” Game a Success
News • 11/8/2013
First Field Hockey raised more than $4,200 for breast cancer research and outreach at its Nov. 2 "Pink" game against Berkshire.
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The Stanley Cup Visits Westminster
News • 7/16/2013
Hundreds of people turned out to see the Stanley Cup during its visit to Westminster School with Chicago Blackhawks' player and Westminster alumnus Ben Smith.
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Singer and Songwriter Dar Williams to Give Westminster Performance
News • 4/23/2013
Singer and songwriter Dar Williams will be visiting Westminster School April 29 and April 30 to give a concert and visit English classes.
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Westminster to Host 13th Annual MS Walk
News • 4/16/2013
Westminster volunteers have been busy preparing for the MS Walk on April 21, which the school is once again hosting and is expected to draw hundreds of walkers.
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Alumni Art Exhibit
News • 4/15/2013
Seventeen distinguished artists who are Westminster graduates will be exhibiting their works of art at Westminster in May.
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Westminster Makes Anniversary Gift to Simsbury Public Library
News • 2/10/2013
The teen book collection has grown significantly with the addition of 125 new books funded by Westminster as a part of the school's 125th anniversary celebration.
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Alumni Return for Reunion 2012
News • 5/16/2012
Westminster alumni returned to the Hill May 11-13 for a weekend filled with Reunion 2012 activities.
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Fall Athletes Earn Special Recognition
News • 12/10/2011
A number of Westminster students have been recognized for their achievements in various fall sports.
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Lecture on the Life of the Jurassic Period in Connecticut
News • 9/7/2011
The Westminster School Lecture Series begins the academic year with a presentation by faculty member Nick McDonald about his latest book, "Window Into the Jurassic World."
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Two Championships Celebrated
News • 3/7/2011
First Girls' Hockey and First Boys' Hockey are crowned champions in end-of-season play.
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Speaker Discusses Helping Others to Break Gang Connections
News • 2/28/2011
The director of Black Ministries for the Archdiocese of Hartford and two guests gave a chapel talk about overcoming extraordinary things to turn away from life in gangs.
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Westminster Students Named Finalists in National Merit Scholarship Program
News • 2/15/2011
Two Westminster students are Finalists in the National Merit Scholarship Program and are under consideration for a National Merit Scholarship and the Merit Scholar title.
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Westminster Teams Win at Whaler Fest 2011
News • 2/14/2011
Westminster's girls' and boys' hockey teams celebrated wins at the Whalers Hockey Fest taking place outdoors at Rentschler Field in East Hartford.
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Martlet Brings Home Bronze Medal
News • 4/22/2009
Fourth Former Oscar Ladd brings home a bronze medal from the First World Deaf Ice Hockey Championships in Canada.
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Westminster Student Wins Constitutional Essay Contest
News • 4/20/2009
Adam Susaneck '10 has been named the winner of this year's WALKS Foundation Constitutional Essay Contest for his essay titled "America's Greatest Enigma."
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Spanish Teacher Publishes “Monster” Story
News • 3/24/2009
Spanish teacher Kat Mendez recently published a story in a literary magazine about the monster in the novel "Frankenstein."
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Students Earn Spots in Connecticut Music Festivals
News • 3/8/2009
Some of Westminster's leading musicians have earned coveted spots at regional music competitions.
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A Day of Difference will Focus on Diversity Issues
News • 2/10/2009
The Westminster community will explore the relevance of diversity in everyone's lives in a daylong program April 16.
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Westminster Competes in Green Cup Challenge
News • 2/3/2011
Members of Westminster's EcoTeam are spearheading the school's participation in this year's Green Cup Challenge, a national competition among schools to reduce electricity consumption.
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New Director of College Counseling Named
News • 2/11/2010
Following a nationwide search, Headmaster Graham Cole has announced the appointment of a new Director of College Counseling.
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Student Named Candidate in Presidential Scholars Program
News • 1/27/2010
Sixth Former Anne Cervas has been named a candidate in the 2010 Presidential Scholars Program.
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Students Named Semifinalists 2010 National Merit Scholarship Program
News • 9/17/2009
Two Westminster Sixth Formers have been named Semifinalists in the National Merit Scholarship Program.
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Boys Swimming and Diving Brings Home Championship
News • 4/1/2009
The Westminster Boys Swimming and Diving Team has won the Martlet's first Small School Team Championship title at the New England Prep School Swimming Championships.
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Marlets Number 2 Seed in Tournament
News • 3/2/2009
First Girls Hockey has landed the number 2 seed in the Division I New England Tournament.
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Westminster Students Recognized as AP Scholars
News • 10/19/2008
Thirty-seven Westminster students have been recognized for their exceptional achievement on AP exams.
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Westminster Alumni Art Exhibit
News • 4/28/2014
For the second year in a row, Westminster alumni who are accomplished artists will exhibit works of art at an alumni art show May 9-26.
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Student’s Poem Showcased in Poetry Contest
News • 4/5/2011
A student's poem was selected from the work of 109 teen poets to be showcased in the current issue of VOYA magazine.
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Teams to Compete in Tournaments
News • 11/16/2010
Girls' Soccer and Field Hockey to play in Fall tournaments.
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Three Teams to Compete in Tournaments
News • 11/10/2008
Field Hockey and both Girls and Boys Soccer go to tourneys.
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Dramat Production Brings Mirth to Audiences
News • 11/13/2012
Dramat completes successful three-day run of "The Imaginary Cuckold or Sganarelle."
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New Varsity Field Hockey Coach Announced for 2024
News • 4/10/2024
Catherine MacKenzie has been named the head coach of the Varsity Field Hockey program at Westminster School.
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Girls’ Assistant Varsity Hockey Coach
News • 3/28/2024
Anticipated hiring: August 15, 2024
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New Varsity Girls’ Basketball Coach Announced for 2024
News • 3/28/2024
Jenniqua Bailey has been named the head coach of the Varsity Girls’ Basketball program at Westminster School.
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Director of Financial Aid/Associate Director of Admissions
News • 3/22/2024
Anticipated hiring: July 1, 2024
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Wellness Day Provides Students with Ways to Manage Stress
News • 1/25/2024
Through a host of workshops, students learn fun and healthy strategies for coping
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A Day to Honor Martin Luther King Jr.
News • 1/17/2024
A plethora of workshops and a special vocal performance to celebrate MLK’s birthday
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Building a Strong Foundation for Adulthood
News • 1/5/2024
Anxiety and depression are becoming more common among adolescents nationwide. An expert’s take on mental health helps explain why.
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Be Active Learners about Indigenous Culture
News • 10/10/2023
The Westminster community attended an all-school program to pay tribute to the culture and history of the Indigenous communities.
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A Spectacular Fall Day for Visiting Grandparents
News • 9/28/2023
More than 250 grandparents visited Westminster Sept. 27.
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Varsity Boys’ Lacrosse Coach Announced for 2024
News • 5/31/2023
Joe Rodrigues ’96 has been named head coach of the Varsity Boys’ Lacrosse program for the 2023-24 season.
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Westminster’s Kelly Wosleger Inducted into Fairfield University Hall of Fame
News • 4/18/2023
On April 15, Kelly Boudreau Wosleger was enshrined into Fairfield University’s Athletics Hall of Fame Class of 2023.
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Transformational Poetry by Margaret Gibson
News • 2/28/2023
Poet Margaret Gibson, a professor emerita at the University of Connecticut, visited the school Feb. 26-28 as part of the Westminster Poet Series.
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Mental Health Fair Gives Students a Chance to Just “Be”
News • 1/26/2023
Jan. 25 was a day to reflect and regroup.
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For Grandparents, a Slice of Student Life
News • 9/30/2022
Westminster welcomed grandparents for what is one of the school’s favorite days of the year.
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Poet Richard Blanco to Give Reading Oct. 7
News • 9/14/2022
The author of “How to Love a Country” will be reading selections from his poetry Oct. 7 at 7 p.m.
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Grandparents Attend School for a Day
News • 4/14/2022
Grandparents visited campus April 13 to experience a school day with their grandchildren.
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The Class of 1939 Has a New Member
News • 2/18/2022
After 83 years, the oldest known living alum receives a diploma.
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Soccer Player Jillian Gregorski '23 Named All-American
News • 12/8/2021
Jillian racked up 16 goals and 29 assists during the season.
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Focusing on Empathy
News • 10/15/2021
As part of Diversity Day Oct. 11, slam poet Andre Bradford gave a presentation to students and faculty.
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Members of the Westminster Community Share Their Talents
News • 9/14/2021
Members of the Westminster community attended the opening of a new community art show and student gallery space on campus.
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Faculty and Staff Commended for Accomplishments
News • 5/28/2021
As the 2020-2021 academic year comes to a close, a number of faculty and staff members have been recognized for their contributions to campus life.
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Virtual Friday Night Reading by Jaed Coffin Jan. 29
News • 1/19/2021
The inaugural event will be a reading by Coffin, scheduled for 7 p.m. Friday, Jan. 29 (via a webinar). Coffin will also speak with English classes Jan. 30 (via Zoom).
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Student Named National Finalist in Chemistry Olympiad
News • 10/28/2020
A student achieves national finalist level in the 2020 U.S. National Chemistry Olympiad following some very dedicated preparation.
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Horizons at Westminster Completes Third Summer Learning Program
News • 8/5/2020
Horizons at Westminster completed a successful third year of summer programming by taking learning and enrichment activities to students in Hartford.
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Aimee Nezhukumatathil to Serve as the 21st Westminster Poet
News • 7/29/2020
The English Department has announced that poet Aimee Nezhukumatathil will return to campus next spring as the 21st Westminster Poet.
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Ross Gay Visits as 20th Westminster Poet
News • 3/6/2020
Westminster welcomed award-winning poet Ross Gay to campus to give a reading and visit classes.
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Alumnus Author Discusses Latest Book
News • 2/21/2020
During a visit to campus, award-winning writer Charlie Graeber '87 shared the story of writing his most recent book.
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Diversity Day 2020
News • 2/11/2020
Students and faculty participated in a daylong Diversity Day that featured a guest speaker, breakout sessions, advisory meetings and a film.
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Fall Sports Highlights 11.18.19
News • 11/18/2019
A wrap-up of the week
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Appointment of Associate Head of School
News • 9/19/2019
Headmaster Bill Philip announces the appointment of associate head of school effective July 1, 2020.
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Sharing What it Means to be a Diplomat
News • 9/23/2019
Westminster alumnus and recently appointed U.K. ambassador to Iraq gave a presentation to the school community about his diplomatic career.
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A New School Year Begins
News • 9/9/2019
Westminster's 132nd year kicked off with a variety of events to welcome new and returning students.
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Nancy Spencer to Become Head of School at Shorecrest Preparatory School in 2020
News • 5/22/2019
Associate Head of School Nancy Spencer will be departing Westminster in 2020 to become head of school at Shorecrest Preparatory School.
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Nancy Spencer to Become Head of School at Shorecrest Preparatory School in 2020
News • 5/22/2019
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Faculty Member Named Connecticut Outstanding Secondary Level Art Educator
News • 4/9/2019
The Connecticut Art Education Association has named faculty member John Sandoval as the recipient of its 2019 Connecticut Outstanding Secondary Level Art Educator Award.
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Spring Sports Highlights 4.1.19
News • 4/1/2019
A quiet — but successful — start to the spring season
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Diversity Day Focuses on Cross-Cultural Communication and Unconscious and Implicit Bias
News • 1/28/2019
Westminster students and faculty participated in Diversity Day Jan. 22 that included a keynote speaker and workgroup sessions.
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Former Simsbury First Selectman Discusses Her Career
News • 12/4/2018
Longtime Simsbury first selectman Mary Glassman visited campus to discuss her public service career.
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Grit Needed to Climb Mount Everest
News • 10/4/2018
Students and faculty were riveted by guest speaker Mark Milewski's story of summiting Mount Everest in 2016.
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A New Academic Year Begins
News • 9/11/2018
Westminster began the school year with numerous opening days' activities, the start of classes and some traditions.
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Hope On The Hill Raises Money for Cancer Research
News • 5/9/2018
Westminster's Hope On The Hill run raised money for leading-edge pediatric cancer research at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute.
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Students Spend Day Learning About Orthopedics
News • 4/19/2018
Two Westminster students who are considering health science careers spent a day learning more about the fields of orthopedics and engineering at a daylong program at Yale.
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Singer-Songwriter Griffin House Gives Concert
News • 4/16/2018
Singer-songwriter Griffin House entertained the Westminster community as part of the Graham Gund ’59 Visiting Artist Series.
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Spring Sports Highlights for 4.2.18
News • 4/2/2018
A wrap-up of the week
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Learning and the Brain
News • 3/5/2018
The seventh annual Westminster Teaching Symposium focused on the intersection between neuroscience, and teaching and learning.
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New Chief Financial Officer Named
News • 1/5/2018
Julie Collins has been named Westminster's chief financial officer effective in July.
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Grandparents Day 2017
News • 9/29/2017
Students and their grandparents enjoyed sharing the school day together on Grandparents Day.
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Westminster Softball Caps Undefeated Season with Class A Western New England Title
News • 5/22/2017
Westminster Softball cliches its eighth Western New England title in the last 10 years.
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Mindfulness in the Classroom
News • 3/2/2017
Nearly 100 educators from the region participated in the sixth annual Westminster Teaching Symposium, which focused on mindfulness in education.
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Renowned Diversity and Inclusion Speaker Visits Westminster on Diversity Day
News • 2/1/2017
Westminster students and faculty participated in an all-school Diversity Day Jan. 27
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Model U.N. Team Has Best-Ever Conference Experience at Yale
News • 1/23/2017
Westminster's Model U.N. team had an impressive experience at Yale's annual Model U.N. conference.
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Westminster Begins New Academic Year
News • 9/12/2016
Westminster began the new school year with numerous orientation activities and some traditional ceremonies.
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Westminster Hosts 16th Annual MS Walk
News • 4/24/2016
Hundreds of walkers turned out for the annual MS Walk in Simsbury hosted by Westminster School.
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Westminster Student Competes in U.S.A. Math Olympiad
News • 4/20/2016
Fourth Former Albert Gao qualified to participate in the U.S.A. Math Olympiad exam.
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Winner of Piano Competition Performs at Carnegie Hall
News • 4/15/2016
Third Former Elaina Comia was a first-place winner in the Crescendo International Competition.
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Student Named Best Delegate at Canadian High Schools Model UN Conference
News • 4/1/2016
For his participation in the Canadian High Schools Model United Nations 2016 conference held March 11-13 in Vancouver, Fourth Former Nick Wee was named Best Delegate.
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Diversity Day Focuses on Identity and Belonging
News • 2/9/2016
During Diversity Day, students and faculty participated in a full day of activities related to identity and belonging.
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Mathletes Compete at 2015 Harvard-MIT Math Tournament
News • 11/20/2015
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Mathletes Compete at 2015 Harvard-MIT Math Tournament
News • 11/19/2015
Twelve members of the Math Club traveled to MIT Nov. 14 to compete against the best math students in the country at the 2015 Harvard-MIT Math Tournament.
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Educators Explore Issues and Programs in Liberal Arts
News • 10/6/2015
Educators from the region participated in the fifth annual Westminster Teaching Symposium which focused on the topic of liberal education.
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Former Governor Jodi Rell Visits Westminster
News • 9/18/2015
Former Connecticut Gov. Jodi Rell provided insights about her career in public service during a presentation to the Westminster community.
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Westminster Begins 128th Year
News • 9/11/2015
Westminster began its 128th year by welcoming new and returning students at orientation, an assembly and the traditional Pin Ceremony and Sign-In Ceremony.
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Meet New Faculty Member Danny Batten
News • 9/4/2015
Our new Spanish teacher and Strength and Conditioning coach opens up about coming to Westminster, his hobbies and more
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Softball Defeats Taft to win Class A Western New England Championship
News • 5/20/2015
Softball's exciting 4-3 victory over Taft May 17 clinched the Martlets seventh Western New England title within eight years.
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Collaboration Brings Seventh and Eighth Graders to Westminster
News • 4/6/2015
For the third year in a row, Hartford-area students visited Westminster to participate in science and math workshops.
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Feeding Children in Hartford
News • 3/6/2015
Helping to feed hungry children in Hartford was the focus of a recent community service project spearheaded by SON.
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Visiting Historical Sites in New York City
News • 2/19/2015
A group of Westminster students recently visited a number of historical sites in New York City and learned more about the experiences of 19th-century immigrants in America.
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Westminster’s Most Successful Appearance Ever at YMUN
News • 1/26/2015
A delegation of students capped off their participation in the Yale Model United Nations with a best-ever showing at the annual event.
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Westminster Softball Wins Western New England Championship
News • 5/20/2014
Westminster softball capped an undefeated season with its sixth Western New England Championship within seven years.
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Dramat to Present “Into the Woods”
News • 2/13/2014
Westminster Dramat will showcase favorite storybook characters in its production of the musical "Into the Woods" Feb. 14-16.
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Guitarist James Kerr to Perform at Westminster
News • 1/20/2014
James Kerr '93 returns to Westminster Feb. 7 to give a guitar performance as a part of the "Friday Nights in Gund" series.
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Three Sign to Play in Div. 1 Programs
News • 11/26/2013
Rachel Monroe, Kat Pate and Brooke Wolejko each recently signed National Letters of Intent to play for Divison 1 universities.
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Jazz Saxophonist Kris Allen to Perform Nov. 15
News • 11/14/2013
The Kris Allen Quartet will give a free performance at Westminster Nov. 15 as a part of the "Friday Nights in Gund" series.
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Dramat to Present “The Compleat Wrks of Wllm Shkspre (Abridged)”
News • 10/30/2013
Westminster's Dramat will present a parody of Shakespeare's 37 plays in "The Compleat Wrks of Wllm Shkspre (Abridged)” Nov. 7-9.
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Award-winning Nonfiction Writer to Give Reading
News • 9/23/2013
Writer Jane Brox and Sixth Former Taite Puhala will be the featured readers at the Oct. 11 kickoff of this year's "Friday Nights in Gund" series.
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Dramat to Present “The Imaginary Cuckold”
News • 11/9/2012
Westminster Dramat will present “The Imaginary Cuckold, or Sganarelle,” a model Molière farce of misunderstanding and mistaken identity that grows more tangled with every passing scene.
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Students to Visit China
News • 5/18/2012
A group of Westminster students will be visiting China in early June to see sites in Shanghai, Xi’an and Beijing.
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Latin Students Visit Holy Cross for Classics Day
News • 4/24/2012
Westminster Latin students participated in trivia contests, skits and a scavenger hunt during Classics Day at Holy Cross April 12.
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Exciting Summer Science Experience for Middle Schoolers
News • 4/13/2012
Westminster will offer a camp July 9-20 for middle school students who are interested in learning more about science by conducting real experiments.
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Westminster to Host 12th Annual MS Walk
News • 4/13/2012
Hundreds of walkers are expected to turn out for the 12th annual MS Walk on April 22 hosted by Westminster School.
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Bindlestiff Family Cirkus Captivates Audience
News • 3/29/2012
--> Members of the Westminster community enjoyed a dazzling one-ring circus show in the Werner Centennial Center when the Bindlestiff Family Cirkus visited campus March 27.
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Students Visit Historic Sites in New York City
News • 2/15/2012
Students learned more about the outsider experience in American history on a field trip to Ellis Island and other historic sites in New York City.
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Prize-Winning Author to Give Reading
News • 9/26/2011
Novelist and short story writer Anthony Doerr will be the featured reader at Westminster's Friday Night Readings Series event Oct. 14.
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Award-Winning Poet Gives Reading and Visits English Classes
News • 4/21/2011
Terrance Hayes, the 11th Westminster Poet, read and discussed his poems during a two-day visit to campus.
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Exploring Sites in Italy
News • 3/25/2011
Five students visited historic sites in Florence, Pisa, Assisi and Rome during a March trip.
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Writer Steve Rushin to Give Reading
News • 2/14/2011
Well-known writer Steve Rushin will be the guest reader at Westminster's Friday Night Readings series event Feb. 25.
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Classes Visit American Museum of Natural History
News • 1/25/2011
AP Biology Classes Take Field Trip to New York City
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Local Poet to Give Nov. 5 Reading
News • 10/15/2010
Simsbury poet Rennie McQuilkin will be the featured reader at Westminster's Friday Night Readings series on Nov. 5.
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Admissions Open House to be Held Nov. 10
News • 11/3/2009
Prospective students and their parents are invited to attend Admissions Open House on Nov. 10.
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Westminster Celebrates 121st Commencement
News • 6/2/2009
Westminster celebrated the graduation of 98 students at commencement exercises May 24.
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Westminster Wins Class A Western New England Softball Championship and Founders' League Title
News • 5/18/2009
Westminster's First Softball team has won the Class A Western New England Softball Championship and Founders' League Title.
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Westminster School Selected to Participate in Morehead-Cain Scholars Program
News • 5/2/2008
Westminster School has joined a select group of schools that serve as nominating schools for the prestigious Moorehead-Cain Scholars Program at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. It is among the largest and most competitive scholarship programs in the United States.
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Alumni and Parents Turn Out for 1888 Paddle Tennis Events
News • 2/19/2008
Alumni and parents turned out in January to play paddle tennis at 1888 events in four cities around the country.
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Westminster Competes in the Green Cup Challenge
News • 2/6/2008
Westminster School's Eco Team is spearheading the school's participation in the Green Cup Challenge, an energy conservation competition among 33 independent schools.
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One-Act Play Probes Issues of Race and Identity
News • 1/30/2008
A personal journey of discovery about race and identity was the focus of a one-act play titled "Incognito" that actor and director Michael Fosberg performed for the Westminster community Jan. 18.
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Noted Author Gives Students Insight Into Writing
News • 11/6/2007
Author David Michael Kaplan visited Westminster recently to talk with students about writing and to give a reading to the school community of one of his recently published short stories.
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Parents Visit the Hill for Parents Weekend
News • 11/6/2007
Parents Weekend was a great success with parents visiting the Hill to consult with teachers, to meet other parents at form receptions, and to attend a concert and awards ceremony.
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Dramat to Present "And Then There Were None"
News • 11/1/2007
Reserve your tickets now for this fall's student production of "And Then There Were None" which will take place Nov. 8-10 in Werner Centennial Center theater. Evening performances begin at 8 p.m.
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Westminster Students Recognized as AP Scholars
News • 10/16/2007
Following their exceptional achievement on AP Exams in May, a number of Westminster students have been recognized by the College Board as AP Scholars.
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Trustees Approve Construction of New Academic Center
News • 10/12/2007
The Board of Trustees of Westminster School has unanimously approved construction of a new academic center for the campus that is planned to open in fall 2009. The 85,000-square foot, three-story building will be located in the heart of the campus and feature a humanities wing, and a math and scienc ...
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Parents' Weekend 2007
News • 9/26/2007
All parents of current students are invited to attend Westminster’s annual Parents’ Weekend, Oct. 25-27, 2007.
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New Medical Director Appointed
News • 7/5/2007
Kendra S. Lawrence, M.D., has been named the new Medical Director for Westminster School. She will be responsible for the operation of the health center, will have office hours by appointment for students and will provide health education.
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Guitarist Brad Richter Returns as Gund Visiting Artist
News • 5/15/2007
This year's Graham Gund Fund Visiting Artist, internationally recognized guitarist Brad Richter performed in Werner Centennial Center at Westminster on May 3.
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Westminster Welcomes Seventh Poet
News • 4/30/2007
Naomi Shihab Nye, acclaimed poet, essayist and teacher, visited Williams Hill April 16 and 17 as the seventh Westminster Poet. She is the author and/or editor of more than 20 volumes and her collection “19 Varieties of Gazelle” was a finalist for the National Book Award. Her visit was made possible ...
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Pianist Ingrid Fliter Performs Recital
News • 5/2/2007
World-renowned pianist Ingrid Fliter, recipient of the prestigious Gilmore Artist Award, visited Westminster School April 20 to perform a recital and meet with students and faculty.
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Archbishop of Hartford Visits Westminster
News • 4/10/2007
Westminster welcomed The Most Reverend Henry J. Mansell, the Archbishop of Hartford, to campus April 10 as chapel speaker.
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Spring Trips Help Prepare for the Season
News • 4/10/2007
A number of athletic teams took spring trips during the March break to get ready for the season ahead.
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Naomi Shihab Nye to Visit as Seventh Westminster Poet
News • 4/9/2007
Distinguished poet, essayist and teacher Naomi Shihab Nye will be visiting Westminster School April 16 and 17 as the seventh Westminster Poet.
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Students Participate in Regional and State Musical Festivals
News • 3/20/2007
Westminster's highest achieving music students participated in adjudication and concert festivals sponsored by the Connecticut Music Educators Association at the regional and state levels this year.
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Early Results are In!
News • 1/22/2007
The early round of college applications has produced some very strong results in the Early Action and Early Decisions that have been offered.
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Dr. Jean Kilbourne Speaks About the Dangers in Advertising
News • 1/19/2007
Internationally known speaker about alcohol and tobacco advertising and the images of women in advertising addresses the campus community about the toxic cultural environment created through advertising that can sacrifice health and well-being.
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Westminster Hosts 62nd Running of NEPSTA Division II Cross Country Championships
News • 11/30/2006
Twenty-eight teams from 17 New England schools competed in the 62nd running of the NEPSTA Division II cross country championship at Westminster Nov. 11.
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Winter Long Weekend News
News • 11/13/2006
An important announcement regarding Winter Long Weekend 2007
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Support the Pete Test School Record Swim for Cancer
News • 11/11/2006
The Westminster Swimming and Diving Team will host the “Pete Test School Record Swim for Cancer” Dec. 3 at 3:30 p.m. at the Westminster Swim Center.
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Leading Astronomer to Discuss How the Expansion of the Universe is Speeding Up
News • 11/8/2006
Dr. Robert Kirshner, one of the world's leading astronomers and a discoverer of the rapidly expanding universe, will speak at Westminster Nov. 15 and 16. He will address students, faculty, alumni and parents about astronomy, cosmology, and his popular book, The Extravagant Universe.
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Westminster Faculty Member Receives First CAIS Award
News • 10/6/2006
The Connecticut Association of Independent Schools (CAIS) has presented its first CAIS Award to Westminster faculty member Todd Eckerson.
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Math Students Score High Nationally
News • 5/3/2006
In addition to their daily work in class, over 20 Westminster students in all forms participated in the Online Math League math competition in 2005-2006.
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Westminster Receives High Marks on Decennial Evaluation
News • 4/11/2006
Evaluation committee commends Westminster for extraordinarily healthy and supportive school culture, remarkable alignment of the school’s mission, values and culture.
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Aimee Nezhukumatathil Visits as 2020-2021 Westminster Poet
News • 4/7/2021
Award-winning poet Aimee Nezhukumatathil spent two days speaking with students and faculty during a virtual visit as the 2020-2021 Westminster Poet.
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Westminster Begins 127th Year
News • 9/6/2014
Westminster students began their school year with a warm welcome and two longtime school traditions.
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Students Participate in Discussion about Equality in Sports Reporting
News • 5/2/2014
The historical inequality faced by female sports reporters trying to do their jobs was the focus of a presentation and guest speaker from ESPN.
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“Friday Nights in Gund” Series Receives Ensign-Bickford Foundation Gift
News • 2/25/2014
The Ensign-Bickford Foundation has made a $25,000 gift to Westminster to help underwrite the "Friday Nights in Gund" series.
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Crowdsourcing Yields Photo Exhibition
News • 11/15/2013
Hundreds of photos taken by members of the Westminster community will appear in an exhibition in the Chapel Gallery titled "Crowdsourcing Westminster: Images for the Asking."
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Westminster Begins New School Year
News • 9/11/2013
Westminster officially began the new school year with orientation, a first assembly and the traditions of the Pin and the Sign-in ceremonies.
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Westminster Hosts Opening SPHERE Event
News • 9/4/2013
Westminster hosted faculty from areas schools for the annual opening event of SPHERE, which included a talk by Trinity College Squash coach Paul Assaiante.
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Westminster Teacher Named to AP Program Development Committee
News • 6/27/2013
History Department Head Betsy Heckman has been named by the College Board to the prestigious seven-member committee responsible for developing the AP Comparative Government and Politics course and examination.
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Savion Glover Performs at Westminster
News • 4/2/2013
Members of the Westminster community were dazzled by the tap dancing talents of Savion Glover, Ayodele Casel and Marshall Davis Jr. during their Westminster performance March 28.
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Westminster Begins 125thYear
News • 9/11/2012
Westminster begins its 125th school year with a number of school traditions.
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Student Meets Officials at Obama for America Headquarters
News • 8/16/2012
Sixth Former Alexandra Colon learned about the inner workings of a presidential campaign during a recent visit to Obama for America headquarters.
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Double Championships Celebrated
News • 12/21/2010
First Boy's Hockey and First Girls' Hockey win holiday championship tournaments.
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Grandparents’ Day Bigger Than Ever
News • 10/1/2010
Grandparents of many Westminster students visited the campus Sept. 29 to spend a school day with their grandchildren.
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Christopher Lloyd in “Death of a Salesman” at Westminster
News • 9/24/2010
Westminster School will soon host the Weston Playhouse production of "Death of a Salesman" starring Christopher Lloyd in its only Connecticut performance.
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Swimming and Diving Teams Achieve Best Times and Break School Records
News • 3/10/2010
Westminster Girls' and Boys' Swimming and Diving returned from the New England Tournament with best performances and new school records.
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AP Biology Students Visit American Museum of Natural History
News • 2/10/2014
During a recent trip to the American Museum of Natural History, AP Biology students were able to put into practice some of the knowledge they have gained in class.
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Students Earn National Academic Recognition
News • 10/10/2013
Westminster students have been recognized for their high performance in the National Merit Scholarship Program and the National Hispanic Recognition Program.
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Chapel Gallery Open
News • 9/13/2013
A new multipurpose gallery called the Chapel Gallery opened with an exhibition of works from visual arts teachers.
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Dar Williams Performs in Werner Centennial Center
News • 5/1/2013
Singer and songwriter Dar Williams captivated the audience with her music during an April 29 performance in the Werner Centennial Center.
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New Science Collaborative
News • 2/16/2013
Some Hartford-area students had an opportunity to participate in Westminster science workshops thanks to a new collaboration.
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Longtime Faculty Members to Assume New Appointments
News • 2/7/2013
Westminster faculty members Greg Marco, Bill Sistare, and Mary Pat Gritzmacher will assume new responsibilities at the end of the current academic year.
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Third Former Wins Equestrian Competition
News • 11/1/2012
Nina Montross '16 placed first at the Washington International Horse Show's Children’s Jumper Championship in October.
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Students Named WALKS Scholars
News • 10/29/2012
Three Westminster students have been named WALKS Scholars for the 2012-2013 academic year.
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Educators Discuss 21st-Century Skills
News • 12/17/2012
Teachers from throughout the region visited Westminster Sept. 28 to attend the second annual Westminster Teaching Symposium that focused on building skills for the 21st century and featured a keynote address by Patrick Bassett, president of the NAIS.
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Westminster Launches 125th Anniversary Celebration
News • 12/1/2012
Westminster is celebrating its 125th anniversary with a yearlong series of events.
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Faculty Member Receives Prestigious Leadership Award
News • 5/24/2012
Westminster School faculty member Michele Hatchette received the prestigious "Living the Dream" Mentor Award from the Manhattan Country School on May 5 at the school's 45th anniversary celebration in New York City.
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Westminster Student Wins Smith College Poetry Contest
News • 4/6/2012
Fourth Former Taite Puhala won the Smith College Poetry Prize for High School Girls in New England and gave a reading of her prize-winning poem titled "a capella" at the college on April 3.
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Squash Teams Finish Season With Impressive Results
News • 2/27/2012
Westminster's Boys' and Girls' Squash teams ended their seasons with memorable results.
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Westminster Receives $10 Million Gift to Enhance Residential Life
News • 2/15/2012
Westminster has received a $10 million gift from an anonymous donor to revitalize student and faculty residential life on campus through the construction of two new dormitories.
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Grandparents Visit Campus
News • 9/29/2011
Grandparents of many Westminster students attended Grandparents' Day Sept. 28 and spent a school day with their grandchildren.
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Westminster Wins Fourth Consecutive Western New England Title
News • 5/23/2011
First Softball topped its undefeated season and its fifth consecutive Founders League Title by winning the Class A Western New England title for the fourth year in a row.
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Squash Teams Achieve Impressive Tournament Results
News • 3/2/2011
First Boys' Squash and First Girls' Squash earn stellar results at New England tournaments.
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Alumnus Performs Oboe Concert
News • 10/15/2010
The Westminster community welcomed professional oboist James Smith '01 to campus Oct. 8 for a concert and discussion with music students.
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Westminster Celebrates 122nd Commencement
News • 6/1/2010
The 111 members of the Class of 2010 celebrated their graduation from Westminster School at commencement exercises on May 30.
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Sleep: Why Bother?
News • 4/14/2010
A nationally known sleep expert and author of the book "Snooze... or Lose!" gave a presentation to the Westminster community about the importance of sleep, especially for adolescents.
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Math Teacher to Speak at National Conference
News • 4/9/2010
Westminster math teacher Tony Griffith will give a presentation at a national conference about the use of math concepts in unexpected areas of life.
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Martlets Win New England Championship
News • 3/8/2010
First Girls' Hockey has captured the Division I New England Championship for the first time in school history.
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An Exciting, Memorable Tournament for Field Hockey
News • 11/19/2009
The Martlets played with heart and determination in the Class A New England Final but after an exciting comeback, fell short in overtime against the Bearcats.
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English Teacher Publishes Novel
News • 11/4/2009
English teacher Mollie Pilling has published a novel titled “The Ensign’s Wife,” which is based on Shakespeare’s play “Othello.”
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Grandparents’ Day More Popular than Ever
News • 10/15/2009
Grandparents enjoyed a day on the Hill with their grandchildren during Grandparents' Day on Sept. 30.
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Two Athletes Sign National Letters of Intent
News • 11/14/2008
Two Westminster athletes have signed national letters of intent with Division I schools.
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Softball Wins Founders League Title
News • 5/13/2014
Senior Day took on an extra special meaning as First Softball won the Founders League title for the sixth time in the past eight years.
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New Director of Athletics Named
News • 12/20/2011
Faculty member Tim Joncas '00 will become director of athletics at the beginning of the 2012-2013 academic year.
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First Field Hockey Shows Grit & Grace in Postseason
News • 12/1/2011
First Field Hockey had another strong season, finishing with a record of 12-4-0 and ranked No. 3 in New England Class A.
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Westminster Sends Delegates to Yale Model U.N. Conference
News • 2/2/2010
Westminster students recently returned from the Yale Model United Nations Conference where they represented two countries, served on Specialized Committees and brought home some awards.
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Journalist Discusses Climate Wars
News • 4/16/2009
Award winning journalist Eric Pooley visited Westminster School April 13 to give a talk about the debate over global warming he titled “Climate Wars.”
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Alumnus Shares Experiences on Presidential Campaign
News • 2/20/2009
Tripp Wellde '02 visited the Hill recently to share his experiences working for Barack Obama's presidential campaign.
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Martlets Fall In Finals
News • 11/22/2010
Hard playing Martlets succumb to Nobles.
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“Once Upon a Mattress” Completes Successful Run
News • 2/19/2013
Westminster Dramat's production of "Once Upon a Mattress" was a crowd-pleaser during its Feb. 15-17 run.
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“Eurydice” Completes Successful Three-Night Run
News • 11/19/2011
Dramat's fall production of "Eurydice" completed a successful run of performances despite having to overcome unexpected obstacles presented by the recent Connecticut snow storm.
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Dramat Production of "Forum" a Huge Success
News • 2/22/2011
Westminster Dramat offered audiences an enjoyable theater experience during its performances of "A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum."
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HVAC Technician
News • 4/19/2024
Anticipated hiring: Immediate
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Associate Director of Leadership Gifts
News • 3/29/2024
Anticipated hiring: Immediate
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Westminster Poet Series Welcomes Tim Seibles
News • 2/27/2024
The visiting poet read a selection of his work in an all-school assembly and participated in class discussions Feb. 26-27.
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A Snowy Campus Welcome for Winter Parents and Family Weekend
News • 2/19/2024
It was a blustery winter wonderland on Williams Hill for Winter Parents and Family Weekend Feb. 16–17.
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Michael “Spike” Lobdell ’75, P’07, Recipient of the 2023 Alan F. Brooks ’55 Distinguished Alumni Award
News • 11/28/2023
The award will be presented to Lobdell in a special ceremony during Flock Reunion Weekend, June 7-9, 2024.
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Making History, Varsity Girls’ Soccer Clinch New England Championship
News • 11/21/2023
The team secured the Class A New England Championship, the first ever in Westminster’s history.
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A Full Parents and Family Weekend
News • 10/17/2023
On Oct. 12-14, Westminster welcomed parents and families to campus for a full weekend of activities, including opportunities to attend teacher conferences, athletic contests, student performances and special programming.
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The Power of Persistence and Perspective
News • 9/21/2023
Motivational speaker Kelsey Tainsh spoke to Westminster students in an all-school assembly Sept. 21.
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Security Guard – 3rd Shift Weekend
News • 7/31/2023
Anticipated hiring: Immediate
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Adventure Author Will Grant Shares His Story of Riding the Pony Express
News • 5/5/2023
Rattlesnakes and wild stallions couldn’t keep him away.
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Seeing is Believing, Viewing Art and Architecture Firsthand
News • 3/6/2023
A field trip to Yale and a campus lecture enhances student learning.
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On MLK Day, a Call to Action
News • 1/17/2023
How the Westminster community honored the life and legacy of Martin Luther King Jr.
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Kathleen Devaney Appointed Head of School at The Hill School
News • 1/4/2023
Kathleen joined the Westminster School faculty in 1998. She begins her new appointment July 1, 2023.
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Find Your Purpose in Life, Philanthropist Maggie Doyne Tells Students
News • 10/21/2022
“You don’t have to move 8,000 miles from home to do good in the world.”
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Blind Athlete Aaron Golub Inspires Students
News • 10/7/2022
With grit and determination, Aaron Golub, a legally blind football player, realized his dream.
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A Well-Deserved Celebration for the Class of 2020
News • 6/7/2022
Members of the Class of 2020 gathered on Williams Hill for a special ceremony.
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Learning About the Life of an Astronomer
News • 4/11/2022
Members of the Westminster community learned about the exciting work of an astronomer during a presentation by Wesleyan University Associate Professor of Astronomy Meredith Hughes.
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Olympian Shares Personal Lessons of Grit and Grace
News • 9/20/2021
Decorated middle- and long-distance runner Abbey D'Agostino Cooper visited Westminster to talk about the joys and challenges of her running career.
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Community Discussion about the Killing of George Floyd
News • 4/21/2021
Students and faculty participated in a webinar titled “The Killing of George Floyd: A Conversation About the Criminal Justice System in America” that featured two prominent guests.
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Sixth Former Named One of Top 300 Student Scientists in the Nation
News • 1/12/2021
A Westminster Sixth Former has been selected as one of the top 300 scholars in the nation’s oldest and most prestigious science and math competition for high school seniors.
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An Immersive Examination of Black American History
News • 12/18/2020
Students and faculty participated in a three-week examination of Black American history that included eight case studies.
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New Head of School Announced
News • 12/8/2020
Elaine White will become Westminster School's ninth head of school July 1, 2021.
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Academic Awards Announced
News • 9/21/2020
Westminster students have received awards for academic achievements in a variety of areas.
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Head of School Bill Philip Announces 2021 Departure
News • 7/30/2020
Head of School Bill Philip has announced that he will be stepping down from his position in 2021 after a 38-year tenure at Westminster.
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Student Writer Named a Winner in Fresh Voices Poetry Competition
News • 6/19/2020
The Hill-Stead Museum has named a Westminster student one of the winners of its annual Fresh Voices Poetry Competition.
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Educators Discuss Preparing Students for Life After High School
News • 1/10/2020
Westminster kicked off the new year by hosting a teaching symposium attended by educators from around the region.
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Fall Term Awards Ceremony
News • 12/6/2019
Achievements of the fall term were recognized at an awards ceremony.
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Giving a Chapel Talk
News • 11/5/2019
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Lisa Olstein Visits as 2019 Westminster Poet
News • 4/22/2019
Award-winning poet Lisa Olstein visited Westminster for two days as the 2019 Westminster Poet.
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Course Selection Process
News • 4/3/2019
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Westminster Teaching Symposium Focuses on Change in Schools
News • 4/2/2019
With a focus on change in schools, the annual Westminster Teaching Symposium drew educators from throughout the region.
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Professional Learning Groups
News • 2/5/2019
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Building Relationships in the College Process
News • 1/9/2019
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What Goes Into A Campus Visit?
News • 12/6/2018
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Connecticut Poet Laureate Visits as Westminster Poet
News • 5/2/2018
Connecticut Poet Laureate Rennie McQuilkin visited Westminster for two days as the Westminster Poet for 2018.
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Diversity Day Speaker Highlights Need for Cultural Competency
News • 2/6/2018
Westminster students and faculty participated in Diversity Day Jan. 26 that featured a keynote speaker, discussion sessions and a film screening.
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Faculty Member to Lead New Westminster Initiative
News • 12/18/2017
Assistant Head of School Kathleen Devaney will assume the position of executive director of the new initiative Horizons at Westminster effective July 2018.
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Fall Term Achievements Recognized
News • 12/1/2017
Achievements of the fall term were recognized at a Nov. 30 awards ceremony.
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An Eventful Beginning of the New School Year
News • 9/12/2017
Westminster School kicked off its 130th year with a variety of orientation activities and traditions.
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Alumnus Shares Work on Venture Smith Project
News • 11/4/2016
Historic preservationist Chandler Saint '61 shared information about the Documenting Venture Smith Project through a chapel talk and an exhibition in Armour Academic Center.
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Alumnus Shares Work on Venture Smith Project
News • 11/4/2016
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Westminster Group Visits Broadway
News • 6/17/2016
A group of students, faculty and staff visited New York City to enjoy some Broadway productions.
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Richard Blanco Visits as 16th Westminster Poet
News • 4/26/2016
During his visit as the 16th Westminster Poet, Richard Blanco gave a reading to the campus community and visited English classes.
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Latin Teacher Receives Prestigious Award
News • 3/18/2016
Latin teacher Maureen Lamb is the recipient of the Classical Association of New England’s 2016 Matthew I. Wiencke Teaching Award.
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“Nice Work If You Can Get It” Receives Rave Reviews
News • 2/23/2016
Westminster Dramat's production of the musical "Nice Work If You Can Get It" played to enthusiastic audiences during its Feb. 19-21 run.
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Westminster Students Win 2015 Congressional Student App Challenge
News • 2/22/2016
Congresswoman Elizabeth Esty announced at a Westminster assembly that Fourth Formers Albert Gao and Ryan Lee won the 2015 Congressional App Challenge.
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Alumni Spotlight: Ashley Jeffress '09
News • 12/31/2015
Ashley Jeffress '09 talks moving on from and staying connected to Westminster.
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Student Essay: "All That Jazz"
News • 12/29/2015
Mariah Davis writes why Jazz is such an important part of her life. (Third-place winner in the "This I Believe" Essay Contest)
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First Boys' Hockey wins 51st Annual Flood-Marr Tournament Championship with Last-Minute Heroics
News • 12/20/2015
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First Field Hockey falls to Andover after four overtime periods in NEPSAC Championships
News • 12/4/2015
After an exciting 1-0 win over Tabor Academy, First Field Hockey upset #1 Hotchkiss and earn a spot in the Championship game. The girls were defeated by Andover after regulation time, two overtime periods and two penalty shot rounds.
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Students Named WALKS Scholars
News • 11/17/2015
Three Westminster students have been named WALKS Scholars for the academic year and another was named a recipient of the Barnes Service Award.
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Sports Highlights - 9.21.15
News • 9/21/2015
Last week saw the official kick-off of the fall athletics season at Westminster, with First Field Hockey and First Girls’ Soccer recording impressive opening wins at home.
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Jeffrey Harrison Visits as 15th Westminster Poet
News • 5/1/2015
Westminster welcomed prize-winning poet Jeffrey Harrison to campus for a two-day visit as the 15th Westminster Poet.
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Westminster Hosts 15th Annual MS Walk
News • 5/1/2015
More than 100 members of the Westminster community served as volunteers for the MS Walk in Simsbury, which was hosted by the school for the 15th year.
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Honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
News • 1/21/2015
The Westminster community is honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with a number of activities including a chapel talk and student musical performances.
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Cris Gomez '10 on Living with “Grit & Grace”
News • 11/20/2014
Cris Gomez '10 talks about embodying "Grit &; Grace" in Teach For America.
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Students Named WALKS Scholars
News • 10/21/2014
Three Westminster students were named WALKS Scholars and another was the recipient of the Barnes Service Award.
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Steve Rushin to Give Jan. 17 Reading
News • 1/15/2014
Journalist, sportswriter and novelist Steve Rushin will give a reading Jan. 17 as a part of the "Friday Nights in Gund" series.
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Westminster Admissions Open House
News • 9/26/2013
Prospective students and their parents are invited to attend an Admissions Open House on Nov. 4.
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Sports Highlights 05.13.2013
News • 5/13/2013
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Rebecca Lobo to Moderate Alumni Athletics Forum
News • 4/29/2013
Six Westminster alumni athletes will participate in a forum titled "21st-Century Athletes: Does Character Count?" on May 7.
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Jon Deveaux Named to Board of Trustees of SSATB
News • 3/20/2013
Director of Admissions Jon Deveaux will begin a term in May as one of five new trustees of the Secondary School Admission Test Board (SSATB).
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Westminster to Hold Admissions Open House
News • 11/2/2012
Prospective students and their parents are invited to learn more about Westminster School by attending an Admissions Open House on Nov. 5.
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Students and Faculty Help Others in Region
News • 10/11/2012
Westminster students and faculty volunteered at 20 venues in the Greater Hartford region during the school's all-school Community Service Day Oct. 4.
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Students Receive National Recognition
News • 9/17/2012
Westminster Sixth Formers Molly Mullin and Stan Sandoval have been honored for their academic accomplishments.
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Award-Winning Author to Read from Acclaimed Memoir - MAY 22
News • 5/21/2012
The final reader in this year's very successful Westminster Readings Series will be author Susan Conley, who will read from her acclaimed memoir, "The Foremost Good Fortune".
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The Bindlestiff Family Cirkus Comes to Town
News • 3/3/2012
The Bindlestiff Family Cirkus is coming to Westminster on March 27 for a performance for the school community in the morning and a public performance in the evening for which tickets may be purchased.
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Students Learn About Lasers During Field Trip
News • 2/24/2012
Westminster students enrolled in an Independent Science Research class learned about advanced laser technology during a visit to Trumpf Inc.
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Colin McEnroe to Give Reading at Westminster School
News • 2/17/2012
Writer and radio talk show host Colin McEnroe and Sixth Former Kathleen Gudas will be the featured readers at the Feb. 24 Friday Night Readings Series event.
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Students Participate in Yale Model United Nations Conference
News • 1/24/2012
Twenty-eight Westminster students participated in the recent Yale Model United Nations Conference where they represented Brazil, Romania and Switzerland during the deliberations.
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Lecture on Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s Legacy of Nonviolence
News • 1/20/2012
As a part of the Westminster Lecture Series, Westminster librarian Pam McDonald will give a presentation Feb. 10 about Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy of nonviolence.
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First Field Hockey in Class A New England Tournament
News • 11/13/2011
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Admissions Open House for Prospective Students and Their Parents
News • 11/4/2011
Westminster School Admissions Open House will take place Nov. 7.
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Award-Winning Author to Read from Acclaimed Memoir
News • 10/14/2011
Update:This event has been postponed to the Spring 2012. Prize-winning author Susan Conley will give a reading at Westminster from her acclaimed memoir, "The Foremost Good Fortune," which captures her journey through cancer and China in a voice that is refreshingly honest, humorous and deeply moving ...
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Hundreds Turn Out for MS Walk
News • 4/12/2011
Individuals and teams from throughout the region visited Westminster School April 10 to participate in the 11th annual MS Walk into Simsbury and back.
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YMCA Honors Westminster
News • 12/1/2010
Westminster School has been honored for its community service efforts by the YMCA.
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First Girls’ Soccer Advances to the semi-finals – will host on Nov. 17
News • 11/18/2010
Girls’ Soccer advances to the New England Class A Tournament semi-finals.
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Attend an Admissions Open House
News • 10/15/2010
Prospective students and their parents are invited to attend a Westminster Admissions Open House to be held on Nov. 4.
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Two Students Named Semifinalists In 2011 National Merit Scholarship Program
News • 10/13/2010
Two Westminster Sixth Formers have been named Semifinalists in the 2011 National Merit Scholarship program.
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Local Poet to Give Literary Reading
News • 9/14/2010
Award-winning poet Ginny Lowe Connors, the first place winner of this year’s prestigious Sunken Garden Poetry Prize, will be the featured reader at Westminster's Oct. 1 Friday Night Readings series.
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McOrmond House Dedicated
News • 5/16/2010
A faculty home was recently dedicated in honor of former Headmaster Raymond Richards McOrmond, headmaster of Westminster School from 1923-1936.
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Tenth Annual MS Walk Takes Place at Westminster
News • 4/26/2010
Hundreds of walkers turned out for the 10th annual MS Walk at Westminster School April 18.
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Community Supports MS Walk
News • 4/22/2009
The annual MS Walk in Simsbury, which is hosted by Westminster School, brought out hundreds of walkers again this year.
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Delegation Attends Yale Model United Nations Conference
News • 1/29/2009
A delegation of 15 Westminster students traveled to New Haven in January to take part in the 35th annual Yale Model United Nations (YMUN) Conference titled “Empowering Cooperation, Connecting Your World.” The four-day conference provided an opportunity for the students to learn about and ...
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Class Visits Salem to Learn History of Witchcraft
News • 10/19/2008
A class that is studying the experience of outsider groups in American history traveled to Salem, Mass., recently to learn more about the history of witchcraft.
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An Insider’s View of the Presidential Campaign
News • 1/21/2008
Award-winning journalist Jeffrey Birnbaum visited Westminster to share his insight on the 2008 presidential election process.
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WALKS Scholars Named
News • 11/3/2007
Three Westminster students were recognized as 2007-2008 WALKS Scholars and another student was given the Barnes Service Award at a recent WALKS Foundation luncheon.
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Trustees Approve Construction of New Academic Center
News • 10/12/2007
Westminster School’s Board of Trustees voted unanimously to begin immediate construction on a new academic center with the goal of opening the building for the start of school in fall 2009.
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History-Maker Gives Views on Leadership
News • 3/6/2007
Ted Landsmark, the subject of a very famous photograph who is now the president of a college, spoke to the Westminster community Feb. 26 about leadership and its special responsibilities.
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U.S. Naval Commander Christopher Lewis Speaks about Experiences in Iraq
News • 1/18/2007
U.S. Naval Commander Christopher Lewis, a member of the Class of 1986, visited Westminster Jan. 12 to share his experiences serving as an emergency physician in Iraq.
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Alumnae/i Wins the Day!
News • 1/18/2007
Returning to campus for the annual Alumni Winter Games, the men and women of the past presented real challenges to Westminster's first teams in basketball and hockey.
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Leading Astronomer Discusses Discovery of Expanding Universe
News • 12/8/2006
Dr. Robert Kirshner, one of the world's leading astronomers and the Clowes Professor of Science at Harvard University, visited Westminster Nov. 15 and 16 to discuss his extraordinary cosmological discovery of the expansion of the universe.
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Faculty Appointments for 2006 -07
News • 8/4/2006
Headmaster Graham Cole announced several faculty appointments that will become effective for the 2006-07 school year.
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It Was a Very Good Year!
News • 4/12/2006
It has been a fabulous year for Charles (C.J.) Kambe ’06 . In November, he was named one of the top divers in the nation by The National Interscholastic Swimming Coaches Association (NISCA).
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A Cappella Groups Visit the Hill
News • 4/11/2006
Springtime at Westminster brings out the songbirds and over the next few months there will be several a cappella singing groups scheduled to perform on the Hill.
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Achievements of Fall Term Recognized at Ceremony
News • 12/9/2014
Students and faculty were recognized for their contributions to school life and the surrounding community during a fall term awards ceremony.
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Annual MS Walk Brings Out Hundreds of Walkers
News • 4/11/2014
Westminster hosted MS Walk 2014 on April 6 that brought out hundreds of walkers to help raise funds for programs and research to benefit those living with multiple sclerosis.
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Journalist Soledad O’Brien Addresses SPHERE Faculty
News • 1/11/2014
Award-winning broadcast journalist Soledad O'Brien was the featured speaker at a SPHERE event hosted by Westminster School Jan. 6.
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Students Named WALKS Scholars
News • 11/18/2013
The achievements of three Westminster students were recognized at the annual WALKS Scholars luncheon in October.
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Alumni Discuss Demands of Professional Athletic Careers
News • 5/9/2013
Six Westminster alumni talked about their careers as professional athletes at an alumni athletics forum May 7 held as a part of the school's 125th anniversary celebration.
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Two New Deans Named
News • 2/22/2013
Faculty members Jessica Keough and Grant Gritzmacher will become Deans of Students starting in the next academic year.
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Leader in Field of Biodefense Discusses Vaccine Development Issues
News • 1/15/2013
Kendall Hoyt '89, who serves on the faculty of Dartmouth Medical School, talked about bioterrorism and vaccine development in a recent Westminster presentation.
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Westminster Hosts Teaching Symposium
News • 10/26/2011
Teachers from area schools attended the first annual Westminster Teaching Symposium Oct. 21 to share ideas about student assessment.
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Students Named WALKS Scholars
News • 10/24/2011
Four Westminster students were recognized for their achievements at the WALKS Scholars luncheon Oct. 18.
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Alumni Honored by Yale Club of Hartford
News • 5/17/2011
The Yale Club of Hartford has selected two Westminster alumni to receive its C. Gilbert Shepard Award, which recognizes excellence in scholarship and athletics.
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Weekly Highlights - December 6
News • 12/6/2010
First Girls' Hockey, 2nd Boys' Hockey, First Boys' Squash
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WALKS Scholars Named
News • 11/2/2010
Three Westminster School students have been named WALKS Scholars for the 2010-2011 academic year.
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Alumnus to Play in U.S. Amateur Golf Championship
News • 8/10/2010
Will Smith '10, a former captain of Westminster’s First Boys’ Golf Team, has qualified to play in the 110th U.S. Amateur Golf Championship August 23-29.
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English Teacher Publishes Book of Poetry
News • 6/3/2010
Westminster English teacher Mollie Pilling, who has been teaching English for more than 25 years, 17 of them at international schools, has just released her first book of poems.
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Westminster Reaches Out to the Community
News • 10/21/2009
Students and faculty spent a day helping others throughout Connecticut during a school-wide Service Day.
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Teaching Symposium Focuses on Learning Service
News • 10/5/2014
Sharing ideas about learning service was the focus of the fourth annual Westminster Teaching Symposium, which drew educators from throughout the region.
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Naomi Shihab Nye Returns as Westminster Poet
News • 4/22/2014
Award-winning poet Naomi Shihab Nye visited as the 14th Westminster poet and gave a reading for the school community and met with students in their English classes.
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Hartford Mayor Visits Westminster
News • 2/11/2013
Hartford Mayor Pedro Segarra gave a presentation on Feb. 7 about his life growing up and championing the city of Hartford.
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Travis Roy Gives Inspirational Talk About Goals and Core Values
News • 1/11/2013
The Westminster community learned about finding success in the face of great adversity during talk by Travis Roy, who was severely injured playing college hockey in 1995.
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Sports Highlights 11.12.2012
News • 11/12/2012
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Senior ESPN Executive Encourages Students to Enjoy Life’s Journey
News • 12/11/2012
Rob King, senior vice president and editor in chief of ESPN digital and print media, gave a recent presentation at Westminster about the advantages of current information technology and the need to take time in life to enjoy the present.
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Hovey Field Dedicated
News • 10/11/2012
Members of the Westminster community, the Hovey family and friends of the Hovey family gathered on Sept. 29 to dedicate the new synthetic Hovey Field located adjacent to the lower fields.
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Internationally Recognized Guitarist and Cellist Give Concert
News • 4/26/2012
Renowned guitarist Brad Richter and cellist Viktor Uzur gave a concert for the Westminster community on April 23 and visited some music classes.
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Former CEO of Patagonia Gives Presentation About Conservation Efforts in South America
News • 4/12/2012
Kris Tompkins, the former CEO of Patagonia clothing company and the founder of Conservacion Patagonica, gave a presentation to the Westminster community on April 10 about land and wildlife conservation efforts underway to create Patagonia National Park in Chile's Aysen Region.
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Westminster Begins 123rd Year
News • 9/16/2010
Westminster began its 123rd year with a number of traditions to welcome new and returning students.
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Noted Actor and Mime Captures Audience’s Imagination
News • 1/13/2010
Noted actor and mime Bill Bowers visited Westminster School to give a performance of some of his original work and to teach students about mime and pantomime.
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WALKS Scholars Named
News • 11/18/2009
Three Westminster students have been named WALKS Scholars for the 2009-2010 academic year.
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Armour Academic Center Opening Celebrated
News • 10/3/2009
Members of the Westminster community and invited guests gathered on Sept. 26 to mark the formal opening of the Armour Academic Center.
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WALKS Scholars Named
News • 11/4/2008
Three Westminster students have been named WALKS Scholars and a fourth student has been named a recipient of the Barnes Award.
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Sports Highlights — 04.07.2012
News • 4/9/2012
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Sports Highlights—10.24.2011
News • 10/24/2011
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Tony Hoagland Visits as Tenth Westminster Poet
News • 4/30/2010
Westminster welcomed acclaimed poet Tony Hoagland to campus recently as the 10th Westminster Poet.
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Alumni Turn Out for Great Competition
News • 2/5/2009
More than 50 alumni turned out for spirited competition on Alumni Games Day Jan. 11.
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Westminster School Headmaster Graham Cole Announces 2010 Departure
News • 1/26/2009
Headmaster Graham Cole has announced plans to step down as Headmaster in June 2010, at the end of his 17th year leading Westminster School.
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Westminster Dramat Presents "The Glass Menagerie"
News • 11/19/2008
By Katie Hill '11 from "The Westminster News" Fine set, excellent acting convey the tragic tale
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Field Hockey Caps Off Their Season in Dramatic Fashion
News • 11/18/2008
Tournament championship eludes First Field Hockey, but their semi-final game was a memorable classic showing of grit and grace.
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Alumni Voices: Making Waves: Retired Capt. George N. Thompson ’72, the First African American to Lead the U.S. Navy Band
News • 11/15/2023
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Alumni Voices: And She’s Off: Natalie Wilson ’18 Is Out of the Starting Gate with “Saratoga”
News • 11/15/2023
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A Smooth Return to Campus During Opening Days
News • 9/5/2023
Despite the heat, the 2023-24 academic year got off to a cool start.
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Drum Roll, Please. And the Winners are …
News • 5/8/2023
Fourth Formers compete in the eighth annual public speaking contest.
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Art Meets Science in the Study of Anatomy
News • 11/18/2022
A cross-curricular unit supports the concept of cognitive flexibility, which is a critical component of executive functioning.
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The Campus Comes Alive During Opening Days 2022
News • 9/7/2022
Under a bright blue sky there were cheers, smiles, hugs and a successful opening to the 2022-23 academic year!
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Students Compete in Fourth Form Public Speaking Contest
News • 4/27/2022
This year’s Fourth Form Public Speaking Contest featured spirited original speeches from 17 students.
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Academic Awards Ceremony
News • 11/5/2021
Excellence at Westminster was celebrated during an academic awards ceremony Nov. 5.
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Westminster Begins 134th School Year
News • 9/8/2021
Westminster welcomed students to campus as it began its 134th academic year.
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Sixth Former Wins National Competition and Donates Proceeds to Horizons at Westminster
News • 4/29/2021
Following his surprise first-place win in a national competition, a Westminster Sixth Former unveiled another surprise.
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Syncopated Ladies Dance Band Gives Westminster Performance
News • 4/22/2021
A hit female tap dance band's virtual visit to Westminster provided lessons about tap dancing and much more.
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Beginning a New and Different School Year
News • 9/14/2020
Students have returned to Westminster with safety protocols in place and a great deal of enthusiasm for the new academic year.
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Winter Term Awards Announced
News • 4/3/2020
Achievements in all aspects of school life during the winter term have been recognized.
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Winter Sports Highlights 3.9.20
News • 3/9/2020
A wrap-up of the week
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Parents and Family Weekend Awards Ceremony and Performing Arts Concert
News • 11/4/2019
One of the highlights of Parents and Family Weekend was an awards ceremony and performing arts concert.
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Faculty Hiring
News • 5/2/2019
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Achievements of the Fall Term Recognized
News • 12/3/2018
Students and faculty were recognized for achievements in academics, athletics and community life during the fall term awards ceremony.
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Parents and Family Weekend Awards Ceremony and Performing Arts Concert
News • 10/26/2018
Among the highlights of Parents and Family Weekend were an awards ceremony and performing arts concert as well as student visual arts exhibitions.
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Fall Sports Highlights 9.17.18
News • 9/17/2018
A wrap-up of the week
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Spring Sports Highlights for 5.28.18
News • 5/28/2018
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Winter Term Awards Ceremony
News • 3/26/2018
The achievements of members of the Westminster community during the winter term were recognized at an awards ceremony March 23.
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Alumnus Named New Dean of Admissions
News • 12/12/2017
Miles Bailey '94 has been named dean of admissions at Westminster effective July 2018.
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Parents and Family Weekend Awards Ceremony and Performing Arts Concert
News • 11/1/2017
Student achievements from the spring term were recognized at the Parents and Family Weekend Awards Ceremony and Performing Arts Concert on Oct. 28.
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Marilyn Nelson Visits as 17th Westminster Poet
News • 4/20/2017
Award-winning poet Marilyn Nelson gave a reading and visited classes as the 17th Westminster Poet.
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Winter Term Awards Ceremony
News • 4/3/2017
Following a very busy winter term, members of the Westminster community were recognized at the Winter Term Awards Ceremony for a variety of accomplishments.
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Winter Sports Highlights 1.9.17
News • 1/9/2017
A wrap-up of the fourth week of games (Due to a storm on Sat. Jan. 7, many games were cancelled)
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Fall Term Achievements Recognized
News • 12/5/2016
Accomplishments in many areas of school life were recognized at the fall term awards ceremony.
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Parents and Family Weekend Awards Ceremony and Performing Arts Concert
News • 10/28/2016
A highlight of Parents and Family Weekend was an awards ceremony and concert Oct. 22.
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Whit Powel '11 on "The Westminster Merry-Go-Round"
News • 6/3/2016
Whit Powel '11 talks about coming back to Westminster for her five-year Reunion and offers advice to graduating Sixth Formers at the Sixth Form Dinner.
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Student Accepted to Jackson Lab Summer Science Program
News • 5/18/2016
Jack Sargent '17 will participate in the prestigious Jackson Lab Summer Student Program where he will increase his understanding of research science.
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Three New Head Coaches Named
News • 5/12/2016
Three new head coaches have been announced for the 2016-2017 academic year.
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Spring Sports 2016 Preview
News • 4/14/2016
Head coaches from Lacrosse, Baseball, Softball, Tennis and Golf offer recaps of team spring trips and preview the 2016 season.
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Side by Side Courtside
News • 3/23/2016
A father and son fly together as coaches for Westminster Basketball
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What Real Love Means For Me
News • 2/9/2016
Inés Rivas Gomez '16 explores her evolving ideas of love by reflecting on her parents' sometimes confusing relationship in this funny, heartfelt and insightful essay.
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Sam Matlick '13: Young Alum Entrepreneur
News • 1/29/2016
The success of a recent Westminster grad
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Alumni Spotlight: Mary Peck '90
News • 1/2/2016
Mary Peck '90 on working with art, and the art of giving back.
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Alumni Spotlight: Tim Quinn '96
News • 12/28/2015
Tim Quinn '96 on Living With "Grit &; Grace" and Why He Gives Back to Westminster
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Sparking a Generation of Change with Whitney Johnson '02
News • 12/22/2015
Whitney Johnson '02 on her ambitious, inspiring organization, Generation Ubuntu, whose mission is to care for children in South Africa living with HIV.
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Fall Term Achievements Recognized
News • 12/3/2015
Academic, athletic, artistic and community service contributions to school life were acknowledged at a fall term awards ceremony.
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Parents and Family Weekend Awards Ceremony
News • 11/4/2015
At an awards ceremony during Parents and Family Weekend that also featured performing arts presentations, students were recognized for academic achievements during the spring term.
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Sports Highlights 10.26.15
News • 10/27/2015
First Football gets back on track; First Field Hockey wins back-to-back road games; Eckerson '17 remains hot for First Girls' Soccer.
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Welcome to Westminster!
News • 10/8/2015
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Winter Term Awards Ceremony
News • 4/2/2015
Students, faculty and staff were recognized for their achievements and initiatives during the winter term at an awards ceremony March 27.
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Sports Highlights 02.09.2015
News • 2/9/2015
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Sports Highlights 01.12.2015
News • 1/13/2015
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Westminster’s First Hockey teams reach finals in MA Holiday Tournaments
News • 12/22/2014
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Maddie McPhee ‘10: A Martlet Busy by Design
News • 12/11/2014
Maddie McPhee '10 talks about her current job designing dresses for Jessica Simpson and reflects on her experiences at Westminster.
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Learning About Climate Change
News • 1/14/2014
Some of the causes and effects of climate change were highlighted during a recent presentation to the Westminster community.
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American Cowboy Shares Epic Mongolian Adventures
News • 12/27/2013
The Westminster community learned about the world's longest, hardest horse race during a presentation given by an American competitor.
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Sports Highlights 09.16.2013
News • 9/17/2013
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Spring Awards Ceremony
News • 5/24/2013
Students, faculty and staff were recognized for their achievements during the spring term at an awards ceremony.
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WCLP’s Spring Break in Hartford
News • 4/1/2013
Members of the Westminster community performed community service activities in Hartford during spring break.
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Dramat to Present “Once Upon a Mattress”
News • 2/11/2013
Westminster Dramat will present "Once Upon a Mattress" Feb. 15-17. Admission is free and the public is invited.
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Hockey Teams to Play in Holiday Tournaments in Boston
News • 12/10/2011
First Girls' Hockey and First Boys' Hockey will be competing in holiday tournaments in Boston Dec. 16-18.
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Westminster Field Hockey Wins 2-1
News • 11/16/2011
Martlets advance in New Englands.
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Westminster Students Recognized as AP Scholars
News • 9/20/2010
The College Board has recognized 55 Westminster students for their exceptional achievement on AP Exams.
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Artist Captivates Audience with Portrait Creations
News • 5/3/2010
Artist David Garibaldi brought his high-energy "Rhythm and Hue" performance to Westminster recently, painting six-foot portraits to music of some well-known people.
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Latin Teacher Selected to Attend Prestigious Institute
News • 4/14/2010
Latin teacher Maureen Gassert, who says she was "destined to become a Classics teacher," will be attending the Klingenstein Summer Institute for Early Career Teachers.
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Westminster Participates in Green Cup Challenge
News • 1/20/2010
Westminster School joins other schools across the nation in competing in the 2010 Green Cup Challenge.
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Dorianne Laux to Visit as Ninth Westminster Poet
News • 4/8/2009
Acclaimed poet Dorianne Laux will visit Westminster April 22-23 as the ninth Westminster Poet.
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Li-Young Lee Visits as Eighth Westminster Poet
News • 4/25/2008
Renowned contemporary poet Li-Young Lee visited Westminster for two days and talked with students and faculty about how he writes poetry, what inspires his writing and what he hopes people will understand from his poems.
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Li-Young Lee Selected as Eighth Westminster Poet
News • 8/24/2007
Celebrated Chinese-American poet Li-Young Lee has accepted the English Department's invitation to become the eighth Westminster Poet and will visit Williams Hill for two days in the spring of 2008.
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Westminster Begins 119th Year with Energy and Spirit
News • 9/15/2006
Westminster welcomed eight new faculty members and 382 students to the school’s 119th year with an energetic and a spirited series of orientation programs and opening day celebrations.
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Parents Weekend Awards Ceremony
News • 10/27/2014
A Parents Weekend Awards Ceremony featured the recognition of spring term academic achievements as well as performances by dance, choral and instrumental groups.
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Spring 2014 Awards Ceremony
News • 5/23/2014
Students, faculty and staff were recognized for their many contributions to school life during the spring awards ceremony May 23.
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Dr. Jean Kilbourne Speaks About the Dangers in Advertising
News • 11/4/2013
Members of the Westminster community learned about the negative health consequences of advertising during a presentation by Dr. Jean Kilbourne, a leading authority in the field.
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Mark Doty Visits as 13th Westminster Poet
News • 4/19/2013
Westminster welcomed National Book Award-winning poet Mark Doty to campus for two days as the 13th Westminster Poet.
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Student Selected for Prestigious Senate Page Position
News • 8/17/2012
Fifth Former Morgan Heck is one of 30 high school juniors from across the nation selected to be a U.S. Senate page this fall working in the U.S. Capitol.
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Winter Sports Highlights 2014
News • 3/3/2014
First Girls' Hockey brought home the Girls’ Division I New England Championship, Squash player Laila Samy '14 wins New England title, and members of boys' and girls' Swimming and Diving set some records while hosting the New England Prep School Athletic Conference Division II Championships.
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Celebrating the End of a Remarkable Anniversary
News • 10/1/2013
Westminster capped off its 125th anniversary celebration Sept. 28 with dedication of new facilities, talks by New York Times columnist David Brooks and a gala dinner.
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MS Walk Supports Programs and Research
News • 4/26/2013
The 13th annual MS Walk hosted by Westminster April 21 brought together walkers and event volunteers united in an effort to support MS programs and research.
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Sports Highlights 01.07.2013
News • 1/7/2013
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Fall 2012 Season Preview
News • 9/17/2012
Sports Information Director Betsy Heckman gives a preview of the fall athletics season.
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Sports Highlights—10.15.2011
News • 10/17/2011
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Sports Highlights 09.24.2011
News • 9/26/2011
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Weekly Sports Highlights - April 9, 2011
News • 4/11/2011
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Alumni Winter Games
News • 2/10/2011
Alumni Winter Games Day featured great competition on the squash courts, the basketball courts and the hockey rink.
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Winter Season Preview
News • 12/6/2010
Sports Information Director Betsy Heckman previews the winter athletics season ahead.
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Weekly Highlights—November 8
News • 11/8/2010
This article begins a new feature found only at this location—weekly highlights of the athletics program.
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Westminster Students Set to Make an Impact During “Service Day”
News • 9/30/2009
Westminster will be holding “Service Day” on Monday, October 5.
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Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony Marks Opening of 122nd Year
News • 9/17/2009
Westminster began its 122nd school year with a historic ribbon-cutting ceremony for the Armour Academic Center.
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Sports Highlights 04.29.2013
News • 4/29/2013
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Sports Highlights 02.11.2013
News • 2/11/2013
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Sports Highlights 11.05.2012
News • 11/5/2012
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Sports Highlights 05.13.2012
News • 5/13/2012
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Sports Highlights 01.30.2012
News • 1/30/2012
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Sports Highlights 01.23.2012
News • 1/23/2012
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Weekly Sports Highlights - February 14, 2011
News • 2/13/2011
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Weekly Sports Highlights - January 31, 2011
News • 1/31/2011
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Weekly Highlights - January 17
News • 1/17/2011
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Weekly Highlights – January 10
News • 1/10/2011
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Armour Academic Center Awarded Prestigious LEED Gold Certification
News • 1/5/2010
Westminster School's new Armour Academic Center has been awarded LEED gold certification by the U.S. Green Building Council for its leading-edge green design.
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Winter Season Outlook
News • 12/5/2008
Sports Editor Betsy Tanzosh highlights the coming athletics season.
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Fall Term Accomplishments Recognized
News • 12/10/2013
A wide range of achievements across the Westminster community were recognized at the fall term awards ceremony.
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Parents Weekend Concert and Awards Ceremony
News • 11/4/2013
At the 2013 Parents Weekend Concert and Awards Ceremony, students were recognized for their academic and performing arts achievements.
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Saluting Fall Term Accomplishments
News • 11/30/2012
Students, faculty and staff were acknowledged at an awards ceremony Nov. 29 for their many contributions to the school community during the fall term.
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Fall Term Achievements Recognized
News • 12/2/2011
Members of the Westminster community were recognized at a recent awards ceremony for their achievements during the fall term.
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Westminster Serves the Community
News • 10/6/2011
Westminster students and faculty spent the day helping seniors, young children, community service agencies, youth camps and local farms during the school's recent Community Service Day.
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Faculty Member Publishes Second Book of Poems
News • 6/29/2011
Michael Cervas, head of the English Department, has published a new book of poems titled "Captivated."
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Fall Term Awards Announced
News • 12/10/2010
Members of the Westminster community were recognized at an awards ceremony Dec. 2 for achievements in a variety of areas during the fall term.
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Terrance Hayes Named 11th Westminster Poet
News • 6/11/2010
Terrance Hayes, a professor of creative writing at Carnegie Mellon University, will visit Westminster School next spring as the 11th Westminster Poet.
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Student Achievements Recognized During Parents’ Weekend
News • 11/8/2011
Student achievements in the performing arts and in numerous academic areas were recognized at a concert and awards ceremony during Parents' Weekend.
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Winter Awards Ceremony — Academic, Athletic and Community Accomplishments Honored
News • 3/25/2024
On March 22, the community gathered in Werner Centennial Center to celebrate the accomplishments of scholars, artists and athletes and to recognize members of the community for their commitment to the school during the winter term.
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The 2023 Fall Award Ceremony Celebrates Student Achievements and Contributions
News • 11/30/2023
The Westminster community gathered in Werner Centennial Center Nov. 30 to celebrate the achievements of the fall 2023 term.
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The Class of 2023 Celebrates Commencement
News • 11/15/2023
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Faculty Spotlight: A 100-Mile Canoe Trip Taught Bill Sistare the Value of Nature
News • 11/15/2023
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Alumni Voices: Truckin’ on, Andy Logan ’88 Keeps the Legacy of Jerry Garcia Alive
News • 11/15/2023
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Winter Term Awards Ceremony Recognizes Students’ Achievements and Honors Special Community Members
News • 3/24/2023
On March 24, Westminster honored students who have excelled academically, artistically and athletically, and recognized members of the school community for their commitment to the school during the winter term awards ceremony.
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Hunter Wallace Smith ’68, Recipient of the Distinguished Alumni Award
News • 9/27/2022
“Hunter’s record at Westminster captures his commitment to building community.”
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An Epic Reunion on Williams Hill
News • 6/20/2022
A reunion to top all reunions took place June 10-12 on Williams Hill.
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Winter Term Awards Announced
News • 3/25/2022
Achievements in a variety of areas of school life were recognized at the Winter Term Awards Ceremony.
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Fall Term Awards Ceremony
News • 12/6/2021
Achievements in many areas of school life were recognized at the fall term awards ceremony Dec. 2.
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Danusha Laméris to Visit as 22nd Westminster Poet
News • 7/30/2021
The English Department has announced that Danusha Laméris will visit Westminster as the 22nd Westminster Poet.
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Four New First Team Coaches Join the Sports Lineup
News • 3/29/2021
Four sports, four new head coaches.
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Class of 2021 Celebrates Lawn and Pin Ceremony
News • 10/6/2020
Members of the Class of 2021 celebrate their status as Sixth Formers during a combined Lawn and Pin Ceremony.
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Westminster School Celebrates Class of 2020
News • 5/23/2020
Members of the Westminster School Class of 2020 are celebrated in a tribute video that includes some very special remarks, a slideshow and messages of gratitude.
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Diversity and Multicultural Affairs at Westminster School
News • 12/11/2019
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Fall Sports Highlights 9.16.19
News • 9/16/2019
A wrap-up of the week
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Achievements Recognized at Spring 2019 Awards Ceremony
News • 5/24/2019
Headmaster Bill Philip began the Spring Term Awards Ceremony May 24 by congratulating members of the Class of 2019 and welcoming students, parents and friends. “The past four years seem to have flown by and suddenly here we are at your Commencement Weekend,” he told the graduates. He the ...
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Winter Term Awards Ceremony
News • 3/29/2019
Accomplishments during the winter term were recognized at an awards ceremony attended by members of the Westminster community.
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Achievements Recognized at Spring 2018 Awards Ceremony
News • 5/29/2018
Achievements across all aspects of campus life during the spring term were recognized at a May 25 awards ceremony.
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Fall Sports Highlights 9.18.17
News • 9/18/2017
A wrap-up of the week
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Achievements Recognized at Spring 2017 Awards Ceremony
News • 5/26/2017
Members of the Westminster community were recognized at the Spring Term Awards Ceremony for their achievements across a wide spectrum of campus life.
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Spring 2016 Awards Ceremony
News • 5/27/2016
Members of the Westminster community were recognized for their achievements and contributions to school life at the Spring Term Awards Ceremony.
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Sports Highlights 05.09.16
News • 5/23/2016
First Boys' Golf improves to 19-1; First Boys' Lacrosse earns big win over Loomis Chaffee; First Track &; Field finishes regular season on high note
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Winter Term Awards Ceremony
News • 4/5/2016
Achievements during the winter term were recognized at an awards ceremony March 31.
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Meet Matthew Murphy '16 from Northern Ireland
News • 3/15/2016
An interview with this year's English Speaking Union (E.S.U.) exchange student
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Sports Highlights 01.11.16
News • 1/11/2016
First Boys' Hockey improves to 8-1; First Boys' Basketball wins over Watkinson; First Girls' Hockey ties Taft; Second Boys' Hockey plays three overtime games.
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Sports Highlights 12.7.15
News • 12/7/2015
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Sports Highlights 11.02.15
News • 11/2/2015
First Field Hockey on five-game winning streak; First Boys' Soccer plays thriller in the rain; Cross Country sees numerous personal bests.
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Sports Highlights 10.19.15
News • 10/19/2015
First Girls' Soccer comes from behind late to win; First Field Hockey takes two of three; Second Football goes to 3-0.
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Sports Highlights 10.5.15
News • 10/5/2015
Another big victory for First Football; First Girls' Soccer comes from behind to win; Seconds Field Hockey rolls over the competition.
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Sports Highlights - 9.28.15
News • 9/29/2015
Isaiah Green '16 sets a new school record in First Football's big season-opening win; First Field Hockey pushes its record to 4-0.
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Spring 2015 Awards Ceremony
News • 5/26/2015
Members of the Westminster community were recognized at a spring term awards ceremony for achievements in numerous areas of school life.
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Sports Highlights April 13, 2015
News • 4/14/2015
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Sports Highlights 02.16.2015
News • 2/16/2015
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Sports Highlights 12.08.2014
News • 12/9/2014
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Sports Highlights 10.06.2014
News • 10/6/2014
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Westminster Hosts Science and Math Collaborative
News • 12/2/2013
Middle school students from two Hartford schools visited for a two-day science and math collaborative conducted with The Discovery Center.
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Westminster Holds Third Annual Teaching Symposium
News • 10/30/2013
Faculty members from Westminster and area schools participated in a symposium about using protocols to share and gather feedback in a productive way.
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Sports Highlights 09.23.2013
News • 9/23/2013
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Tournament Bound!
News • 2/25/2013
Westminster’s hockey, and swimming and diving teams will compete in championships this week.
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Hundreds Turn Out for 12th Annual MS Walk
News • 4/28/2012
Despite the brisk weather, hundreds of walkers turned out for the MS Walk hosted by Westminster for the 12th year in a row.
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Girls' and Boys' 1st Hockey in NE Class A Tournaments
News • 2/26/2012
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Soledad O’Brien Gives Keynote Address at Diversity Day
News • 5/5/2011
A team of students and faculty organized and served as facilitators for a schoolwide Diversity Day April 28 that featured guest speakers and group discussions.
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Writer Steve Rushin to Give Literary Reading
News • 2/26/2010
Westminster's Friday Night Readings series event on Feb. 26 will feature award-winning writer Steve Rushin, who is publishing his first novel this month, and Sixth Former Kwaku Akoi.
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Award-Winning Writer Talks about Race Ignorance in America
News • 11/23/2009
Author and Emmy-award-winning writer Dennis Watlington visited Westminster School recently to talk about his remarkable life and how it has intersected with the evolution of race ignorance in America.
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Tony Hoagland Will be Tenth Westminster Poet
News • 6/15/2009
Westminster will welcome acclaimed poet and teacher Tony Hoagland to campus as the 10th Westminster poet in April 2010.
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Student Recognized for Contributions to Race Relations
News • 4/30/2009
Fifth Former Tiffany Liu is one of six students in Connecticut to be recognized by the Princeton Prize in Race Relations for their efforts to increase understanding and cooperation among people of different racial backgrounds.
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Fifth Form College Day Feb. 21
News • 2/5/2009
Fifth Formers and their parents will learn more about the college process and the overall climate of college admissions at Fifth Form College Day Feb. 21.
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Field Hockey Defeats Andover in the First Round of Tournament Play
News • 11/14/2008
The Martlets, seeded fifth, move on to the semi-final round in impressive fashion, playing against number one seed Hotchkiss this Saturday, November 15 at 2 pm in Greenwich.
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Shakespeare Week
News • 10/10/2008
Members of the Westminster community had the special opportunity to attend two Shakespearean plays in one week.
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Girls’ Soccer and Field Hockey Are In
News • 11/12/2007
Both First Girls’ Soccer and First Field Hockey earned berths in the Class A New England Tournament over the weekend.
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Faculty and Students Honored at Spring Awards Ceremony
News • 6/9/2007
Members of the school family were honored for their academic, athletic, artistic, service, leadership and citizenship achievements at a spring awards ceremony May 26.
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Eight New Faculty Join Westminster
News • 9/12/2006
Westminster welcomes eight new faculty members of myriad accomplishments and diverse backgrounds.
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The Class of 2006 Leaves Exceptional Footprints
News • 6/15/2006
The 118th Commencement exercises at Westminster School were a mixture of joy, friendships, celebration, and high hopes for the future.
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New York Voices Live!
News • 5/5/2006
The Graham Gund ’59 Performing Arts Series presented New York Voices, the Grammy Award winning vocal ensemble renowned for their excellence in jazz ensemble singing
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Jeffrey Harrison Named 15th Westminster Poet
News • 6/7/2014
Award-winning poet Jeffrey Harrison, the author of six books of poems, will serve as the 15th Westminster Poet.
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Westminster Celebrates Graduation of Class of 2014
News • 5/25/2014
At Westminster's 125th commencement, the 107 members of the Class of 2014 were recognized for their many accomplishments.
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Fall Season Preview
News • 9/29/2009
Sports Information Director Betsy Heckman previews the fall athletic season.
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Sports Highlights 05.20.2013
News • 5/20/2013
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Spring Athletics Preview
News • 4/4/2013
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Winter Sports Preview
News • 11/24/2012
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Sports Highlights 10.23.2012
News • 10/23/2012
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Sports Highlights 09.29.2012
News • 10/2/2012
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Sports Highlights 04.23.2012
News • 4/23/2012
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Spring Athletics Preview
News • 4/4/2012
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Sports Highlights 02.20.2012
News • 2/20/2012
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Sports Highlights 01.16.2012
News • 1/16/2012
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Sports Highlights 12.13.2011
News • 12/13/2011
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Winter Athletics Preview
News • 12/6/2011
Sports Information Director Betsy Heckman takes a look at the winter athletic season ahead.
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Sports Highlights — 10.10.2011
News • 10/10/2011
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Spring Season Preview
News • 4/6/2011
Sports Information Director Betsy Heckman previews the spring season ahead.
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2010 Alumni Winter Games Day
News • 1/13/2010
Alumni returned to the Hill Jan. 10 for great competition with Westminster teams on the ice and the courts.
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Spring Season Outlook
News • 4/4/2009
Sports Information Director Betsy Tanzosh takes a look at the spring season ahead.
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Sports Highlights 05.06.2013
News • 5/6/2013
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Sports Highlights 01.28.2013
News • 1/28/2013
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Sports Highlights 01.21.2013
News • 1/21/2013
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Sports Highlights 01.14.2013
News • 1/14/2013
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Sports Highlights 05.07.2012
News • 5/7/2012
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Weekly Sports Highlights - May 9, 2011
News • 5/10/2011
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Weekly Sports Highlights - May 2, 2011
News • 5/2/2011
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Weekly Sports Highlights - February 21, 2011
News • 2/22/2011
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Weekly Sports Highlights - January 24
News • 1/24/2011
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Weekly Highlights – November 15
News • 11/15/2010
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Parents Weekend Concert and Awards Ceremony
News • 10/28/2012
At an awards ceremony during Parents Weekend, students were recognized for their achievements in academics and the performing arts.
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Winter Term Awards Ceremony
News • 3/31/2014
Students, faculty and staff were recognized for their achievements during the winter term at an awards ceremony on March 27.
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Winter Term Awards Ceremony
News • 3/26/2013
Students, faculty and staff were recognized for their achievements during the winter term at an awards ceremony March 22.
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Mark Doty Named 13th Westminster Poet
News • 6/25/2012
Mark Doty, the highly acclaimed author of 12 books of poetry and three memoirs, has been named the 13th Westminster Poet and will visit campus next spring for two days.
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Achievements Recognized at Spring Awards Ceremony
News • 5/29/2012
Accomplishments across all areas of school life were recognized at the Spring Awards Ceremony May 25.
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Westminster School Celebrates 124th Commencement
News • 5/26/2012
One-hundred-twelve students in the Class of 2012 celebrated their Westminster School graduation at commencement exercises held on campus May 26.
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Accomplishments Recognized at Winter Term Ceremony
News • 3/28/2012
Students and faculty were recognized at an awards ceremony March 23 for their impressive accomplishments in various areas of school activities during the winter term.
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Achievements Recognized at Spring Awards Ceremony
News • 6/2/2011
Numerous student accomplishments were recognized at the Spring Awards Ceremony held during commencement weekend.
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Winter Term Awards Announced
News • 3/28/2011
Numerous student academic, athletic and visual and performing arts achievements were recognized at the winter term awards ceremony.
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Students, Faculty and Staff Recognized at Winter Awards Ceremony
News • 4/2/2010
Members of the Westminster community were honored for their winter term achievements at a recent awards ceremony.
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Stepping Out of the Comfort Zone
News • 11/15/2023
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Class of 2023 Graduates from Westminster
News • 6/1/2023
To the Class of 2023: “We’ll see each other soon.”
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Spring Awards Ceremony Kicks off Commencement Festivities
News • 5/26/2023
The awards ceremony honors students who have excelled academically, artistically and athletically, and members of the school community for their commitment to the school.
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Awards Ceremony Highlights Fall Term Accomplishments
News • 12/1/2022
“There is much to celebrate this term,” said Dean of Faculty Jess Keough. “But let us also not forget about all the possibilities that lie ahead and the work to achieve them that will move us forward.”
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Westminster Celebrates Graduation of Class of 2022
News • 5/31/2022
Diplomas were awarded to 123 Sixth Formers in the School’s 134th Commencement.
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Class of 2021 Graduates from Westminster
News • 5/17/2021
Members of the Westminster community gathered on Commencement Lawn May 16 to celebrate the graduation of the Class of 2021.
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The Evolving Media Landscape and You
News • 2/4/2021
Westminster School hosted a webinar “The Evolution of Media in an Ever-Changing World” featuring alumni and friends of the school who are active in the world of journalism Feb. 2.
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Faculty and Student Prizes Announced
News • 6/4/2020
Numerous faculty and students have been presented with 2019-2020 end-of-year awards.
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Winter Sports Highlights 12.23.19
News • 12/23/2019
A wrap-up of the Holiday Tournaments
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Fall Sports Highlights 10.14.19
News • 10/14/2019
A wrap-up of the week
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Class of 2019 Graduates from Westminster
News • 6/13/2019
Members of the Class of 2019 were celebrated by family members, friends, and Westminster faculty and staff at commencement exercises May 25.
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Class of 2019 Graduates from Westminster
News • 5/25/2019
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Achievements Recognized at Spring 2019 Awards Ceremony
News • 5/24/2019
Achievements of members of the school community who excelled in different activities or contributed in significant ways were recognized at a Spring Term Awards Ceremony.
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Spring Sports Highlights 4.8.19
News • 4/8/2019
A wrap-up of the week
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Class of 2018 Graduates from Westminster
News • 6/7/2018
Members of the Westminster community celebrated the impressive accomplishments of the Class of 2018 at commencement exercises May 26.
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Winter Sports Highlights for 1.8.18
News • 1/8/2018
A wrap-up of the fourth week of games
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Winter Sports Highlights for 12.18.17
News • 12/18/2017
A wrap-up of the third week of games and Holiday Tournaments
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Westminster School Celebrates Graduation of Class of 2017
News • 5/27/2017
Members of the Westminster School community celebrated the graduation of the Class of 2017 at commencement exercises May 27.
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Spring Sports Highlights 5.25.17
News • 5/25/2017
A wrap-up of the final games of the season
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Spring Sports Highlights 4.10.17
News • 4/10/2017
A wrap-up of the week
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Winter Sports Highlights 12.19.16
News • 12/19/2016
A wrap-up of the third week of games
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Sports Highlights 09.19.16
News • 9/19/2016
A strong start for the first weekend of games
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Westminster Celebrates Graduation of Class of 2016
News • 5/28/2016
The many accomplishments of the Class of 2016 were celebrated at Westminster's commencement ceremony May 28.
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Sports Highlights 04.25.16
News • 4/26/2016
First Softball and Boys' Golf remain undefeated; First Girls' Golf makes history; First Girls' Tennis wins home opener
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Sports Highlights 02.15.16
News • 2/15/2016
Chris Jones '16 scores 1,000th point; Girls' Swimming wins close meet over K.O.; First Boys' Squash plays in National Tournament
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Sports Highlights 11.08.15
News • 11/9/2015
Martlets selected to represent Westminster in upcoming All-Star games; First Field Hockey wins seventh straight; First Girls' Soccer wins two close matches.
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Sports Highlights 10.12.15
News • 10/13/2015
First and Second Football, Field Hockey extend undefeated streaks.
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Westminster Celebrates Graduation of Class of 2015
News • 5/26/2015
Westminster School celebrated the graduation of 107 students in the Class of 2015 at commencement ceremonies May 23.
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Sports Highlights 04.27.2015
News • 4/27/2015
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Sports Highlights 11.03.2014
News • 11/3/2014
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Sports Highlights 10.27.2014
News • 10/27/2014
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Sports Highlights 10/13/2014
News • 10/13/2014
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Sports Highlights 09.29.2014
News • 9/29/2014
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Sports Highlights 09.22.2014
News • 9/22/2014
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Sports Highlights 04.28.2014
News • 4/28/2014
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Westminster to Host 14th Annual MS Walk
News • 4/4/2014
Walkers from throughout the region are expected to participate in the annual MS Walk hosted by Westminster on April 6.
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Field Hockey and Girls' Soccer Advance to New England Semis
News • 11/14/2013
Both teams advance to the semifinals and will face Noble &; Greenough on Saturday.
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Sports Highlights 11.04.2013
News • 11/4/2013
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Sports Highlights 10.14.2014
News • 10/14/2013
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Broadway Performer Rory O’Malley Takes to the Westminster Stage
News • 4/30/2013
Tony Award-nominated performer Rory O'Malley visited Westminster April 26 to talk with the Westminster community about his career and to sing some songs.
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Poet Aimee Nezhukumatathil Visits as 12th Westminster Poet
News • 4/21/2012
The Westminster community welcomed award-winning poet Aimee Nezhukumatathil to campus for two days during which she gave a reading and met with students in their English classes.
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War Hero Shares Lessons From Famous Battle
News • 1/10/2012
Guest speaker Retired Army First Sergeant Matthew P. Eversmann - a member of a team of elite forces who fought in the Battle of Mogadishu, Somalia, in 1993 that became the basis of the film "Black Hawk Down."
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An Evening of Culture in Hartford
News • 12/6/2011
Members of the Westminster community take advantage of the opportunity to experience fine dining and arts performances in Hartford through the school's Culture Draws.
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Fall Athletics 2011 Season Preview
News • 9/19/2011
Sports Information Director Betsy Heckman previews the fall season.
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Hockey Teams in New England Tournaments
News • 3/1/2010
Both the Girls' and the Boys' Hockey teams secured spots in the New England championships.
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Achievements Recognized at Spring Awards Ceremony
News • 6/16/2009
Members of the Westminster community were recognized at a spring awards ceremony May 23 for their achievements in academics, athletics, community service, leadership and citizenship.
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Ninth Westminster Poet Shares Love of Poetry and Life
News • 5/1/2009
Poet Dorianne Laux shared her love of poetry and life when she visited Westminster School recently for a poetry reading and visit with students in English classes.
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Delights & Shadows U.S. Poet Laureate Ted Kooser Visits Westminster
News • 3/7/2006
United States Poet Laureate and Pulitzer Prize winner Ted Kooser swept onto the Hill with stories of ordinary people and things that he has developed into beautiful and poignant poetry. He is the sixth poet selected to speak at the Westminster Poetry Series.
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Sports Highlights 04.22.2013
News • 4/22/2013
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Sports Highlights 10.13.2012
News • 10/15/2012
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Sports Highlights
News • 10/8/2012
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Sports Highlights 02.13.2012
News • 2/13/2012
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Sports Highlights 01.09.2011
News • 1/9/2012
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Weekly Sports Highlights - April 18, 2011
News • 4/18/2011
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Weekly Highlights – December 13
News • 12/13/2010
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Naomi Shihab Nye to Return as Westminster Poet
News • 8/13/2013
Westminster is celebrating the 14th anniversary of the Westminster Poetry Series with a return visit by award-winning poet Naomi Shihab Nye for three days as the Westminster Poet.
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Westminster Celebrates Graduation of Class of 2013
News • 5/25/2013
Members of the Class of 2013 were recognized for their many contributions to school life during Westminster's commencement ceremony.
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Westminster Celebrates 123rd Commencement
News • 5/31/2011
Westminster's Class of 2011 celebrated their individual and collective accomplishments at the school's 123rd commencement ceremony on May 29.
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Spring Awards Ceremony Recognizes Achievements and Dedication
News • 5/27/2022
Students were recognized in a variety of school achievements in the spring award ceremony.
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Winter Sports Highlights 2.10.20
News • 2/10/2020
A wrap-up of the week
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Fall Sports Highlights 11.11.19
News • 11/11/2019
A wrap-up of the week
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Fall Sports Highlights 10.21.19
News • 10/21/2019
A wrap-up of the week
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Fall Sports Highlights 9.23.19
News • 9/23/2019
A wrap-up of the week
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Spring Sports Highlights 4.22.19
News • 4/22/2019
A wrap-up of the week
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Winter Sports Highlights 12.17.18
News • 12/17/2018
A wrap-up of the third week of games
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Fall Sports Highlights 11.12.18
News • 11/12/2018
A wrap-up of the ninth week of games
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Fall Sports Highlights 10.29.18
News • 10/29/2018
A wrap-up of the seventh week of games (All the games scheduled for Sat. Oct. 27 were canceled due to weather.)
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Fall Sports Highlights 10.22.18
News • 10/22/2018
A wrap-up of the sixth week of games
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Spring Sports Highlights for 4.9.18
News • 4/9/2018
A wrap-up of the week
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Winter Sports Highlights for 2.12.18
News • 2/12/2018
A wrap-up of the ninth week of games
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Winter Sports Highlights for 2.5.18
News • 2/5/2018
A wrap-up of the eighth week of games
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Fall Sports Highlights for 11.13.17
News • 11/13/2017
A wrap-up of the ninth week of games
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Fall Sports Highlights for 10.30.17
News • 10/30/2017
A wrap-up of the seventh week of games
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Fall Sports Highlights 9.25.17
News • 9/25/2017
A wrap-up of the second week of games
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Winter Sports Highlights 2.6.17
News • 2/6/2017
A wrap-up of the eighth week of games
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Sports Highlights 11.14.16
News • 11/14/2016
A wrap-up of the ninth week of games
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Sports Highlights 10.24.16
News • 10/25/2016
A wrap-up of the sixth week of games
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Sports Highlights 10.10.16
News • 10/10/2016
A wrap-up of the fourth week of games
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Sports Highlights 02.30.16
News • 3/1/2016
First Boys' Squash wins New England Class B Championships; First Boys' Hockey earns spot in Large School Tournament; First Girls' Swimming breaks school record
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Sports Highlights 01.18.16
News • 1/18/2016
First Girls' Hockey hits three-game winning-streak; Girls' Swimming and Diving wins dual meet; teams pick up first wins of the season.
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Sports Highlights 12.14.15
News • 12/14/2015
First Boys' Hockey wins two more to start the season 3-0; First Boys' Squash remains undefeated; First Girls' Squash gets first win of the season.
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Sports Highlights April 20, 2015
News • 4/20/2015
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Sports Highlights 03.02.2015
News • 3/3/2015
Westminster’s athletes stepped up their game in their final week of the winter season, with impressive results. Records were broken, trophies were raised, and overall the student-athletes represented Westminster with Grit and Grace.
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Sports Highlights 02.22.2015
News • 2/24/2015
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Sports Highlights 02.02.2015
News • 2/2/2015
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Sports Highlights 01.26.2015
News • 1/26/2015
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Sports Highlights 01.19.2015
News • 1/20/2015
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Sports Highlights 11.10.2014
News • 12/9/2014
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Sports Highlights 10.22.2014
News • 10/22/2014
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Sports Highlights 05.12.2014
News • 5/13/2014
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Sports Highlights 02.10.2014
News • 2/10/2014
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Sports Highlights
News • 4/15/2013
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Martlets to Compete in Holiday Tournaments
News • 12/7/2012
Westminster athletic teams will be competing in a number of holiday tournaments.
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Sports Highlights 10.29.2012
News • 10/29/2012
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Westminster Sends Delegation to YMUN XXXVII
News • 2/2/2011
After months of research and preparation, Westminster's delegates to the Model United Nations Conference at Yale had a chance to attend opening and closing ceremonies, participate in numerous committee sessions and meet students from other delegations.
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Westminster Serves the Community
News • 10/15/2010
Members of the Westminster community lent a helping hand at sites across Connecticut Oct. 4 as a part of the school's annual Community Service Day.
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"Little Shop of Horrors" on Stage at Westminster
News • 2/5/2009
Westminster Dramat will present the musical “Little Shop of Horrors” Feb. 20-22 in the Werner Centennial Center. Tickets are complimentary and available at the door.
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First Girls' Soccer Upsets Brooks, Will Play Andover Sat. in Semifinals
News • 11/14/2007
The Martlets journeyed to North Andover, MA, and stunned number 1-seeded Brooks in a very physical, closely contested game. The Martlets now advance to the semifinals, playing Andover at Andover at 2:00 PM on Saturday.
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Westminster Summer Opportunities Fair
News • 2/9/2007
Westminster School will host a summer opportunities fair on Monday, February 12th from 11 - 1PM in Fearn Hall.
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New Library Acquisitions 12.01.2006
News • 12/2/2006
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New Faculty Welcomed
News • 9/11/2010
Westminster is pleased to welcome new faculty members to appointments in a number of campus departments this fall.
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Winter Sports Highlights 2.3.20
News • 2/3/2020
A wrap-up of the week
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Winter Sports Highlights 1.13.20
News • 1/13/2020
A wrap-up of the week
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Winter Sports Highlights 12.9.19
News • 12/9/2019
A wrap-up of the week
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Fall Sports Highlights 10.28.19
News • 10/29/2019
A wrap-up of the week
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Fall Sports Highlights 10.7.19
News • 10/7/2019
A wrap-up of the week
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Fall Sports Highlights 9.30.19
News • 9/30/2019
A wrap-up of the week
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Winter Sports Highlights 2.4.19
News • 2/4/2019
A wrap-up of the seventh week of games
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Winter Sports Highlights 12.3.18
News • 12/3/2018
A wrap-up of the first week of games
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Fall Sports Highlights 11.5.18
News • 11/5/2018
A wrap-up of the eighth week of games
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Fall Sports Highlights 10.15.18
News • 10/15/2018
A wrap-up of the fifth week of games
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Fall Sports Highlights 10.8.18
News • 10/8/2018
A wrap-up of the fourth week of games
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Fall Sports Highlights 10.1.18
News • 10/1/2018
A wrap-up of the third week of games
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Fall Sports Highlights 9.24.18
News • 9/24/2018
A wrap-up of the second week of games
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Spring Sports Highlights for 4.30.18
News • 4/30/2018
A wrap-up of the week
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Winter Sports Highlights for 2.26.18
News • 2/26/2018
A wrap-up of the 11th week of games
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Winter Sports Highlights for 12.11.17
News • 12/11/2017
A wrap-up of the second week of games
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Winter Sports Highlights for 12.4.17
News • 12/4/2017
A wrap-up of the first week of games
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Fall Sports Highlights for 11.6.17
News • 11/6/2017
A wrap-up of the eighth week of games
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Fall Sports Highlights for 10.23.17
News • 10/23/2017
A wrap-up of the sixth week of games
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Fall Sports Highlights for 10.16.17
News • 10/16/2017
A wrap-up of the fifth week of games
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Fall Sports Highlights for 10.9.17
News • 10/9/2017
A wrap-up of the fourth week of games
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Fall Sports Highlights for 10.2.17
News • 10/2/2017
A wrap-up of the third week of games
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Spring Sports Highlights 4.24.17
News • 4/24/2017
A wrap-up of the week
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Spring Sports Highlights 4.17.17
News • 4/17/2017
A wrap-up of the week
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Winter Sports Highlights 12.5.16
News • 12/5/2016
A wrap-up of the first week of games
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Sports Highlights 11.7.16
News • 11/7/2016
A wrap-up of the eighth week of games
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Sports Highlights 10.31.16
News • 10/31/2016
A wrap-up of the seventh week of games
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Sports Highlights 10.17.16
News • 10/19/2016
A wrap-up of the fifth week of games
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Sports Highlights 10.3.16
News • 10/3/2016
A wrap-up of the third week of games
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Sports Highlights 09.26.16
News • 9/26/2016
A wrap-up of the second week of games
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Sports Highlights 05.18.2015
News • 5/20/2015
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Sports Highlights 05.11.2015
News • 5/12/2015
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Sports Highlights 05.19.2014
News • 5/19/2014
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Sports Highlights 04.14.2014
News • 4/14/2014
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Dramat Performs “Into The Woods”
News • 3/6/2014
Westminster’s Dramat Association completed a very successful three-day run of the musical “Into the Woods.”
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Sports Highlights 01.27.2014
News • 1/27/2014
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Sports Highlights 01.13.2014
News • 1/13/2014
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Sports Highlights 10.7.2013
News • 10/7/2013
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Sports Highlights 02.18.2013
News • 2/18/2013
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Sports Highlights
News • 12/10/2012
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Sports Highlights 04.30.2012
News • 4/30/2012
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Westminster to Present “The Drowsy Chaperone”
News • 1/26/2012
Westminster Dramat will present the award-winning Broadway muscial "The Drowsy Chaperone" Feb. 17-19 in the Werner Centennial Center.
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News Alert 4/29/09 - Swine Flu
News • 4/30/2009
As you are likely aware, there have been a number of reported cases of swine flu in the U.S. and abroad, especially Mexico. This is a rapidly evolving situation. There is no cause for panic. The infections have primarily manifested as uncomplicated flu-like illnesses. There have, however, been cases ...
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Reaching Out to Help Others
News • 11/17/2008
A group of Westminster students spent their afternoons fall trimester performing community service at the University of Hartford Magnet School.
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Winter Sports Highlights 3.2.20
News • 3/2/2020
A wrap-up of the week
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Winter Sports Highlights 2.24.20
News • 2/24/2020
A wrap-up of the week
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Winter Sports Highlights 2.17.20
News • 2/17/2020
A wrap-up of the week
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Winter Sports Highlights 1.27.20
News • 1/27/2020
A wrap-up of the week
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Winter Sports Highlights 1.20.20
News • 1/20/2020
A wrap-up of the week
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Winter Sports Highlights 12.16.19
News • 12/16/2019
A wrap-up of the week
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Fall Sports Highlights 11.4.19
News • 11/4/2019
A wrap-up of the week
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Spring Sports Highlights 5.20.19
News • 5/20/2019
A wrap-up of the week
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Spring Sports Highlights 5.13.19
News • 5/13/2019
A wrap-up of the week
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Spring Sports Highlights 5.6.19
News • 5/6/2019
A wrap-up of the week
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Spring Sports Highlights 4.29.19
News • 4/29/2019
A wrap-up of the week
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Spring Sports Highlights 4.15.19
News • 4/15/2019
A wrap-up of the week
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Winter Sports Highlights 2.25.19
News • 2/25/2019
A wrap-up of the 10th week of games
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Winter Sports Highlights 2.18.19
News • 2/18/2019
A wrap-up of the ninth week of games
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Winter Sports Highlights 2.11.19
News • 2/11/2019
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Winter Sports Highlights 1.28.19
News • 1/28/2019
A wrap-up of the sixth week of games
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Winter Sports Highlights 1.21.19
News • 1/21/2019
A wrap-up of the fifth week of games
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Winter Sports Highlights 1.14.19
News • 1/14/2019
A wrap-up of the fourth week of games
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Winter Sports Highlights 12.10.18
News • 12/10/2018
A wrap-up of the second week of games
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Spring Sports Highlights for 5.21.18
News • 5/21/2018
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Spring Sports Highlights for 5.14.18
News • 5/14/2018
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Spring Sports Highlights for 5.7.18
News • 5/7/2018
A wrap-up of the week
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Spring Sports Highlights for 4.23.18
News • 4/23/2018
A wrap-up of the week
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Spring Sports Highlights for 4.16.18
News • 4/16/2018
A wrap-up of the week
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Winter Sports Highlights for 2.19.18
News • 2/19/2018
A wrap-up of the 10th week of games
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Winter Sports Highlights for 1.29.18
News • 1/29/2018
A wrap-up of the seventh week of games
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Winter Sports Highlights for 1.22.18
News • 1/22/2018
A wrap-up of the sixth week of games
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Winter Sports Highlights for 1.15.18
News • 1/15/2018
A wrap-up of the fifth week of games
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Spring Sports Highlights 5.22.17
News • 5/22/2017
A wrap-up of the week
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Spring Sports Highlights 5.15.17
News • 5/15/2017
A wrap-up of the week
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Spring Sports Highlights 5.8.17
News • 5/8/2017
A wrap-up of the week
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Spring Sports Highlights 5.1.17
News • 5/1/2017
A wrap-up of the week
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Winter Sports Highlights 2.27.17
News • 2/27/2017
A wrap-up of the 11th week of games
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Winter Sports Highlights 2.20.17
News • 2/20/2017
A wrap-up of the 10th week of games
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Winter Sports Highlights 2.13.17
News • 2/13/2017
A wrap-up of the ninth week of games
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Winter Sports Highlights 1.30.17
News • 1/30/2017
A wrap-up of the seventh week of games
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Winter Sports Highlights 1.23.17
News • 1/23/2017
A wrap-up of the sixth week of games
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Winter Sports Highlights 1.16.17
News • 1/16/2017
A wrap-up of the fifth week of games
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Winter Sports Highlights 12.12.16
News • 12/12/2016
A wrap-up of the second week of games
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Sports Highlights 01.20.2014
News • 1/20/2014
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Aimee Nezhukumatathil Named 12th Westminster Poet
News • 6/17/2011
Aimee Nezhukumatathil will be the 12th Westminster Poet and will visit campus in April.
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Achievements Recognized at Spring Awards Ceremony
News • 6/17/2010
Members of the Westminster community were recognized at an awards ceremony May 29 for their contributions in making the spring 2010 term so successful.
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Winter Term Awards Announced
News • 4/3/2009
Students, faculty and staff were honored for a variety of achievements during the winter term at an awards ceremony March 26.