"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.”
Westminster took on the Bearcats of Hotchkiss on Hovey Field on a picture-perfect fall afternoon. The Martlets had their best start yet of the season, coming out hard at the opening whistle and setting the pace, something they have struggled with the past few games. Westminster opened the scoring in the first quarter off of the stick of Olivia Gordon ’24 on a penalty corner. Hadley Crowther ’25 inserted a ball to Lily Vincent ’25, who slipped the ball to Allysen Whitehead ’25. Whitehead sent a hard shot to net and Gordon redirected it into the back of the cage. Westminster continued to hold good possession in the first quarter, but Hotchkiss challenged the ball hard all over the field, forcing the Martlets to be creative and quick with their plays. The Bearcats had an immediate answer for Westminster in the second quarter, as they tied the game within the first minute. Westminster did not deflate, and fought hard for every ball in the midfield to see if they could turn it into a counter attack, holding solid possession for most of the quarter. After regrouping at halftime and recommitting to giving 100% effort at every moment, Westminster returned to the field ready to keep battling the talented and determined Bearcats. The third quarter saw more back and forth action in the midfield, with Hotchkiss holding the edge in possession this time. However, the Martlet defense stood tall in their best outing of the season and answered every call the Bearcats had for them. Talia Ondy ’25 made an outstanding play on the day when Hotchkiss began to pressure hard in the defensive 25. As an offside player, she sprinted to cover the back post and just as Hotchkiss looked like they had the perfect opportunity to take the lead, Ondy interrupted the backdoor play and cleared the ball from the defensive circle and kept the score knotted at 1-1. She was one of many Martlet players who did not quit on any play and did whatever it took to keep the Bearcats from adding to the scoreboard. Heading into the last frame, Westminster knew it needed to take advantage of every opportunity. Defensively Westminster continued to hold strong on every play in the circle and they defended each penalty corner with poise and confidence. Margee Mahoney ’25 played her best game of the season, showcasing patient yet determined defense in order to limit Hotchkiss’ chances to cage, especially in the waning minutes of the game. Cassie Goundrey ’24 played outstanding in net, making key saves in the second half in order to keep the Martlets in the game. In overtime, both teams gained possession in the attacking circles in the opening two minutes, but it was the Martlets who were able to earn a penalty corner and capitalize. Crowther again inserted a ball to Vincent who did a quick give and go with Whitehead and sent a shot straight to the back of the net to give the Martlets the 2-1 and send the team erupting towards one another. It was an outstanding effort by both teams in an incredible back-and-forth Founders’ League game this afternoon, and the winning result for the Martlets was just the added bonus to an inspiring performance by each member of the team. Sophia Peterson ‘24 passed the Player of the Game Hat to both Vincent and Mahoney for their game-changing performances. Westminster will look to get better the next few days at practice before returning to Hovey Field for another home contest this weekend against Williston Northampton.
Notice of Nondiscriminatory Policy as to Students In keeping with our support for a diverse community, Westminster abides by all applicable federal and state laws and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected characteristic, including race, color, religious creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national and ethnic origin, ancestry and/or disability in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other school-administered programs. Westminster admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the School.