"Westminster School seeks curious and engaged students who want to grow and learn in a challenging and supportive environment. Students who are motivated to become their best selves both in and out of the classroom, taking advantage of the myriad of opportunities Westminster has to offer."
“At Westminster, we aspire to an extraordinarily ambitious commitment to secondary education, a commitment to nurture the participation of our diverse school community across our entire program — from academics, to studios and labs, gyms, fields and rink, and service to our Hartford community partners. Westminster students are inspired by opportunities to make a difference in all their endeavors.”
"Through gritty trial and error, Westminster students grow into independent learners who are curious, critical thinkers. With the support of faculty, students gain the skills to understand the world around them and enrich their communities at school and beyond."
"The visual and performing arts program at Westminster weaves the community together and nurtures the spirit of the Westminster campus. The arts at Westminster inspire students of all levels of experience from the very beginner to the advanced artist to practice the freedom of creative self-expression. Professional teachers guide students to work through the creative process from inception to the presentation, building a lifelong respect and appreciation for the arts."
Kerry Kendall Head of Visual and Performing Arts Department
"Athletic success at Westminster is measured not only by wins and losses, but through the bonds created between teammates and coaches, individual and team improvement, and personal growth. When students learn how to be competitors and how to cooperate with one another, they are better prepared to be citizens of the global world."
“Driven by a desire to serve young people and conscious of the opportunities for private schools to support a public purpose, Westminster School’s mission statement concludes with the call ‘to commit to a life of service beyond self.’ Westminster’s Hartford Partnership programs aim to deliver on that mission while making a direct impact on people and programs in Hartford.”
Patrick Owens Executive Director, Horizons at Westminster & Hartford Partnerships
“Involvement will be the key to your success at Westminster School. Get involved with the arts, try a sport you've never played, start your own club, run for student council. You will get out of this experience exactly what you put into it. Do these things early in your life — keep seeking more opportunities for growth.”
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TheodoreSawruk
Visual and Performing Arts
Architecture
Year Appointed: 2022
Architectural Association School of Architecture - Graduate Degree Carnegie-Mellon University - B.Arch
Prior to her appointment to the faculty, Patricia served as an independent math tutor at Westminster for nine years in the subjects of AP® Calculus, Calculus, Pre-calculus Honors, Pre-calculus, Algebra 2 Honors, Algebra 2, Geometry Honors and Geometry. She developed individualized tutoring plans and customized teaching strategy to meet student needs. She has also served as a long-term substitute teacher at Northwest Catholic High School and as an independent math tutor for students at Loomis Chaffee School and Simsbury High School. Earlier in her career, she was a senior property and marine underwriter for the Chubb Group of Insurance Companies. Patricia lives in West Hartford and has three children, Tyler, Meghan and Caroline. She enjoys hiking with her dog, reading and skiing.
WillardSistare
Science, Administration
Director of Studies
Year Appointed: 1987
(860) 408-3003
Hockey Swayze Award 2009 O'Brien Award 2016 Pomona College - B.A. University of New Hampshire - M.S. Southeastern University - Ed.S.
Bill’s favorite place is on a river or hiking trail, where he finds a unique interplay between science and philosophy. His passion for science began with a childhood love of the wilderness of New Hampshire that was further developed at St. George’s School, where he spent a semester at sea aboard the R/V Geronimo tagging sharks. Bill solidified his lifelong pursuit at Pomona College and at the University of New Hampshire, where he majored in biology. He has shared these experiences with his students for 40 years through teaching environmental science, biology, chemistry, physics, and neuroscience. His wilderness experiences have also taken him to Canada, where he co-led canoe trips with students and adults, and into the Adirondacks of New York on several solo adventures.
Gabriel and Erin, Bill's son and daughter-in-law, live in Brattleboro, Vt., just a mile from Bill's daughter Heidi. Family visits are just a quick trip up Rt. 91. Bill lives in a house on campus with his mini golden doodle, Bryn.
SandraSolof
Library
Assistant Librarian
Year Appointed: 2022
(860) 408-3813
MichaelStein
Physical Plant
Groundskeeper
Year Appointed: 1991
(860) 408-3096
KeithStevenson
Physical Plant
Maintenance/Utility
Year Appointed: 2018
MeganStoecklin
Advancement Office
Director of Family Engagement and Giving
Year Appointed: 2023
(860) 408-3002
RyanStrange
Advancement Office
Major Gifts Officer
Year Appointed: 2023
(860) 408-3063
JeremyStump
Languages
Year Appointed: 2017
(860) 408-3758
Latin Soccer Golf Franklin and Marshall College - B.A.
After graduation from Westminster School in London, U.K., where he was captain of the golf team, Jeremy earned a bachelor’s degree in classical architecture and ancient history, and Latin with a minor in ancient Greek at Franklin and Marshall College. While at Franklin and Marshall, he was a member of Eta Sigma Phi, the National Classics Honor Society and played rugby. For nine years, Jeremy was a Latin teacher and house parent at Christ School in Arden, N.C. He managed the four-year Latin program, served as an advisor and was head coach of junior varsity soccer. He was named Teacher of the Year at the school in 2012. Jeremy is a corridor supervisor in Squibb House, where he lives with his wife, Jennifer, and their daughter, Rosalyn. His interests include English soccer, cooking, board games and technology.
EmilySullivan
Admissions
Director of Financial Aid and the Davis Scholars Program, Associate Director of Admissions
Year Appointed: 2020
(860) 408-3051
Lacrosse James Madison University - B.S. Jacksonville University - MBA
Emily received a bachelor’s degree in health administration at James Madison University (JMU), where she also served as captain for the Women’s Lacrosse team. While at JMU, Emily earned VASID ALL-State Honors and the JMU Athletics Department's Unsung Hero award along with other team honors. She went on to earn an MBA at Jacksonville University with a concentration in marketing while competing on the Women's Lacrosse team and serving as a team captain for the Dolphins.
Prior to Westminster, Emily spent two years as an assistant women's lacrosse coach at Sacred Heart University, where she worked with both the offensive and defensive units and specialized in coaching the goalkeepers. In addition to her on-field duties, she was also the coordinator of the team's social media, alumnae relations and travel. Emily also serves as a head coach for the CT Grizzlies lacrosse club. In addition to working in Westminster’s Admissions Office, she serves as head coach of Varsity Girls’ Lacrosse and lives in Gund House with her husband and dog Reggie. Her interests include hiking, traveling and spending time with family and friends.
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