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- Westminster’s academic program is based on the belief that children between the ages of five and fourteen are naturally dominated by curiosity and enthusiasm for life, and want nothing so much as to understand the world around them, discover how they fit into it, and show what they can do.
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- Westminster School is dedicated to providing a superior elementary and middle-school education whose fundamental goals for each child are a disciplined and well-informed mind, strength of character, dedication to learning, generosity of spirit, and joy in the possibilities of life. The school community represents a diverse body of learners who are engaged in a rigorous academic program, enriched by the arts, athletics, and extracurricular activities.
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Westminster Weekly May 18, 2025

Core Principles of Classical Education

Cognitive, Moral, and Ethical Development Leonardo da Vinci, Isaac Newton, Thomas Jefferson, and Shakespeare are among the world’s most impactful innovators. One commonality of these influential thinkers is their classical education, which was crucial to their success. This traditional education allowed them to pave the way to a new world. According to the Manhattan Institute, […]

The Benefits of Art Education: Fostering Creativity for Life

The Power of Creativity in Education “One of the key benefits of art integration is the way it encourages learners to stretch and explore their thinking.” – National Arts in Education Association. Art in education doesn’t just promote creativity in learning; it creates self-assured, well-rounded students. Students who receive an integrated arts education are more […]