New Family Guide 2019-20

New Family Guide 2019-20

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Contents Parent Checklist

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FAQs 4–7 School Calendar

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New Family Events

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School Communications

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Parent Life

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Student Life

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School Culture

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Westminster Words

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Campus Map

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Westminster Places

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Campus Plan

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Welcome to the Westminster family.

In these pages, you’ll find answers and information–a “starter guide” we hope is helpful. But first things first: Contact numbers are listed below. We are excited to get to know you and look forward to seeing you on campus.

Keith Evans, President

Main School Number 404-355-8673

Business Office 404-609-6243

Security 404-367-8000

Admissions 404-609-6202

Campus Store 404-609-6214

Summer Camps 404-367-7868

After School Kids (ASK!) 404-609-6387

Lower School Office 404-609-6299

Summer School 404-609-6282

Athletics 404-609-6258

Middle School Office 404-609-6281

Upper School Office 404-609-6241

Need forms, dress code details, school supplies, or textbook lists?

Visit our online New Family Center. See details on page 2.

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Visit the New Family Center The online New Family Center in our Wildcat Web portal features helpful information and important forms and documents you will need as new members of the Westminster community—all in one place. Information for the 2019-20 school year will be posted periodically between April and June. To access the New Family Center, visit westminster.net and click on “Wildcat Web.” Once you log in to Wildcat Web, click on the “New Family Center” green button on the right.

Here’s what you’ll find on this page now and in the coming weeks: • School forms to read and sign • Student health policies and forms • Event and orientation information • Course registration information

• Course offerings • Student handbooks • Summer checklists • Summer reading lists

Please call Admissions at 404-609-6202 if you need more information about getting started.

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CHECKLIST

Parent Summer Checklist MAY-JULY Explore the New Family Center in Wildcat Web for helpful information you need as a new member of the Westminster community.

Ensure your contact information is correct in your Wildcat Web profile.

Read emails sent by the Office of Admissions and Enrollment Services, which will include a “New Parent Summer Checklist” and reminder to complete required forms for participation in athletics (for Middle School and Upper School students).

Submit health forms in Magnus Health System by July 1. Parents can find the link in Wildcat Web by clicking the “Medical Profile” button under the “My Tools” sidebar.

AUGUST Read The Year Ahead e-newsletter in early August for important start-of-school information.

Be on the lookout for a mailing from the president of PAWS that outlines ways to get involved in school life through our parents association and includes your PAWS/Catbacker car decals.

Attend new parent and student events and orientations listed in the “Events” tab of this handbook.

Explore Wildcat Web, including resource pages for the division in which your child is enrolled.

Get ready for orientation on Tuesday, August 13 (grades 1-12) and the first day of school, which is Wednesday, August 14.

Read the Weekly Parent Update email each Thursday, beginning August 8, for time-sensitive information and invitations to school events.

Have a great school year!

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Frequently Asked Questions Does Westminster host events and orientation meetings to welcome new families?

Yes, and you’re invited! Please join us at events listed in the “Events” tab in this handbook.

When is the first day of school?

The first day of school for all students is Wednesday, August 14. Orientation is Tuesday, August 13 (grades 1-12). Please check the online calendar at westminster.net/calendar for the first day of school schedule and information on special events planned that day.

What are daily arrival and dismissal times for students?

Lower School

Middle School

Upper School

Monday

Arrival: 7:30–7:50 a.m.

(7:55 a.m. late bell) Dismissal: Pre-First: 2:00 p.m.

First Grade: 2:30 p.m.

Second-Fifth Grades: 3:15 p.m.

Classes: 7:55 a.m.–2:45 p.m.

Office Hours*: 2:45–3:30 p.m.

Classes: 8:30 a.m.–3:00 p.m.

Office Hours*: 3:00–3:30 p.m.

Tuesday

Same as Monday schedule

Same as Monday schedule Classes: 8:30 a.m.–3:00 p.m.

Office Hours*: 3:00–3:30 p.m.

Wednesday

Same as Monday schedule

Classes: 8:45 a.m.–2:45 p.m.

Office Hours*: 2:45–3:30 p.m.

Thursday

Same as Monday schedule

Same as Monday schedule Office Hours*: 8:00–8:30 a.m.

Classes: 8:30 a.m.–3:00 p.m.

Office Hours*: 3:00–3:30 p.m.

Friday

Arrival: 7:30–7:50 a.m.

Classes: (7:55 a.m. late bell) 7:55 a.m.–2:45 p.m.

No Office Hours Dismissal: Pre-First: 1:00 p.m.

First Grade: 1:30 p.m.

Second-Fifth Grades: 2:00 p.m.

Classes: 9:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.

Office Hours*: 3:00–3:30 p.m.

Office Hours*: 8:00–8:30 a.m.

Classes: 8:30 a.m.–2:45 p.m.

*Optional time for students to check in with teachers, make up missed work, ask additional questions, or work on homework.

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How do I log in to the Wildcat Web portal?

Wildcat Web is our password-protected portal on the Westminster website (westminster.net) where we store and communicate information intended only for current Westminster parents, students, faculty, and staff. You received your login information upon your child’s acceptance. If you forget your password, please click “Can’t access your account?” on the Wildcat Web login page.

When are student health forms due?

FAQS

All student health data, including required athletics forms, must be completed and submitted through Magnus Health System by July 1. Parents can find Magnus Health System in Wildcat Web by clicking the “Medical Profile” button under the “My Tools” sidebar.

Where can I find summer reading lists?

Summer reading is required of all students. Grade-specific lists will be available online in the New Family Center in Wildcat Web in May. Summer reading books are available from online retailers, in many local bookstores, and from the Smythe Gambrell Library (Lower School), the George Woodruff Library (Middle School), and the Carlyle Fraser Library (Upper School) during special summer hours. The Westminster Campus Store may also carry some summer reading books.

What is the student dress code?

Westminster students do not wear a uniform but instead follow a dress code. Students are expected to be well groomed and appropriately dressed for school on campus, at all on-campus school activities, and when representing the School off campus. Dress code policies for each academic division are outlined in the respective handbooks, which will be available in the online New Family Center this summer.

CAMPUS STORE Get your Westminster spirit wear, school supplies, and gift items at the Campus Store. Located in the lower level of Scott Hall, the store is open during the summer (see dates and times below) and weekdays from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. throughout the school year. All Westminster students may charge items at the Campus Store. Monthly bills are sent to the parent responsible. Please be sure to communicate any financial limits or budgets to your child.

Summer Hours June 3-July 31 | 8:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. | Monday–Friday

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Frequently Asked Questions How do parents get involved in the life of the School?

Parent volunteers are valued at Westminster, and there are many opportunities to serve.

Parental involvement is organized through the Parents Association of The Westminster Schools (PAWS) and PAWS in the Lower School (PAWSinLS). All Westminster parents are members of PAWS. Be on the lookout this summer for a mailing from the PAWS president outlining volunteer opportunities. Learn more at westminster.net/parent-opportunities.

Catbackers is the all sports booster organization at Westminster. Membership in Catbackers is open to anyone with an interest in Westminster athletics. Their primary responsibilities are communicating the latest sports news, building school spirit, and supporting Wildcat athletics. Learn more at westminster.net/catbackers.

Each discipline of the arts at Westminster relies on an engaged group of parent volunteers to assist with various projects and activities. If your student is involved in chorus, dance, drama, band, orchestra, or the visual arts, you will have the opportunity to support their interest through volunteer service.

When will class and homeroom assignments be available?

Lower School classroom assignments will be posted in Wildcat Web just before the start of school.

Middle School homeroom assignments and class schedules will be provided to students the first day of school. They will also be available at student orientation and in Wildcat Web. Upper School advisement assignments and student schedules are communicated to students and parents at the beginning of the school year. They will be available at student orientation and in Wildcat Web.

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How does my child become eligible to participate in athletics?

The Athletics Department will send an email in June with information about participation in athletics. All student health data, including required athletics forms, must be completed and submitted through Magnus Health System by July 1. Parents can find the “Athletics” resource page referencing these details in Wildcat Web under “Athletics.” All required forms for athletics must be uploaded to Magnus before students are allowed to participate in tryouts or practice for any sport.

How do drop-off and pick-up work at Westminster?

Lower School Every family in the Lower School must have a carpool number. Carpool numbers should be clearly displayed in the upper right-hand corner (passenger side) of the front windshield. All Lower School families will receive a carpool number for the 2019-20 academic year at parent orientation in the fall. Carpool numbers help us dismiss students safely and efficiently each afternoon.

Please see the Lower School Handbook on the “New Family Center” resource page in Wildcat Web for detailed drop-off and pick-up instructions.

Middle School The two main Middle School drop-off/pick-up locations are the upper location behind Robinson Hall (West Paces Ferry Road entrance) and Ellis Circle, which is the lower location behind Broyles Arts Center (West Wesley Road entrance). Families with students in both Lower School and Middle School may elect to use Lower School Carpool B (please see the Lower School Handbook). Be sure to tell your child when and where he/she will be picked up each afternoon.

Upper School Adams Gate is a good drop-off and pick-up location for Upper School students.

Does Westminster offer carpool groups?

A parent-organized afternoon carpool group is available to parents of Middle School and Upper School students who live within certain geographic areas and neighborhoods. These shuttles are neither sponsored nor administered by Westminster or by PAWS. For more information, please contact Colleen Blau, a Westminster parent who coordinates the shuttle program, at colleen.blau@gmail.com.

If your neighborhood is not served by an existing shuttle, a new shuttle can be established for your area if there is sufficient demand.

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SCHOOL CALENDAR | 2019-20 Visit westminster.net/calendar for a full calendar of school events.

August 13 (Tuesday)

14 (Wednesday)

New Student Orientation (Grades 6-12); Parent and Student Orientation (Grades 1-5) First Day of School

September 2 (Monday)

Labor Day (No School)

October 14 (Monday) 15 (Tuesday)

Fall Holiday Faculty In-Service Day (No School)

November 23-December 1 (Saturday-Sunday) Thanksgiving Holiday

December 19 (Thursday) 20 (Friday) 21-January 5 (Saturday-Sunday)

Last Day of School: Lower School and Middle School Last Day of School: Upper School Christmas Holiday

January 6 (Monday) 20 (Monday)

School Resumes Martin Luther King Jr. Day (No School)

February/March 17 (Monday) 29-March 8 (Saturday–Sunday)

Faculty In-Service Day (No School) Spring Break

April 10-13 (Friday-Monday)

Good Friday; Easter Holiday (No School)

May 16 (Saturday) 21 (Thursday) 25 (Monday)

Commencement Last Day of School For All Students Memorial Day

June 1 (Monday)

Summer Programs Begin

PIGSKIN PICNIC Join other Westminster families at the annual Pigskin Picnic and Pep Rally before one of our football games. The event date and time will be published on the School’s website. Details about the event will be included in the Weekly Parent Update in August.

FAMILY PASS Family passes give your family free admission to home athletics events. You can access passes in Wildcat Web within the “Athletics” resource page in the fall. Students may use their student ID for admittance. Please note that family passes are not valid for region, area, and state playoff games.

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NEW FAMILY EVENTS AND ORIENTATIONS Our events will help you get to know our school and community. Please join us at any of the following events planned for August and September. Look for specific dates and times in the Weekly Parent Update and emails from your child’s division.

Lower School • Pre-First: Popsicle Party • Grades 1-5: Lower School Welcome and Orientation for Students and Parents • The first day of school is a Spirit Day for the Lower School! All students are encouraged to wear green and white or Westminster attire. Go Cats!

• Pre-First: Late Arrival (first day of school) and Gathering for Pre-First Parents • Lower School Curriculum Night

Middle School • Middle School Welcome and Orientation for Parents and Students • Sixth Grade Gym Party • Middle School New Family Coffee EVENTS

• Middle School Class Rotation Night

Upper School • Upper School New Family Coffee for New Parents • Upper School New Student Welcome and Orientation • Upper School Parents Welcome and Back-to-School Night • Upper School Class Rotation Night

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School Communications New parents are encouraged to visit the online New Family Center (details below).

Read on for details about the many ways the School keeps parents informed of all the great things happening on our campus—both during the summer and throughout the school year.

New Family Center As you join our vibrant community, the online New Family Center features helpful information and links to forms you and your Wildcat need for a smooth transition to Westminster—all in one place. To access the New Family Center, log in to Wildcat Web and click the green “New Family Center” button on the sidebar.

Summer Communications In mid-May, you will receive access to a New Parent Summer Checklist to guide you through all you need to know to prepare for the 2019-20 school year.

In June, the athletics department will email important details about participation in athletics and health forms that must be submitted by July 1.

In early August, you’ll receive The Year Ahead, an e-newsletter that includes important start-of-school information.

All Westminster families will receive a mailing from the president of PAWS in August that includes important information about getting involved in school life through our parent association, as well as the coveted Westminster car decals!

Classroom Communications Lower School Teachers share weekly photos, curriculum information, and classroom-specific announcements. Details will be provided at orientation meetings.

Middle School Grade chairs play a primary role in communication between home and school. They are in regular contact with homeroom advisors and teachers about the progress of each student and serve to guide parents through the multiple layers of support available at Westminster. Contact information for grade chairs is available in the “Middle School Dashboard” on Wildcat Web beginning in August.

Upper School Advisors and grade chairs are the first point of contact for parents and students.

Students and parents are encouraged to reach out to classroom teachers as well if there are questions about a specific class.

Students access assignments and other important academic information through Schoology, the Upper School’s learning management system.

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Weekly Parent Update All parents receive the Weekly Parent Update email every Thursday during the school year, except during Thanksgiving, Christmas, and spring breaks. Read the update every week for important announcements, a calendar of upcoming events, community service opportunities, links to lunch menus, and other timely information.

Social Media Join our more than 15,000 Facebook fans, Twitter followers, and Instagram followers to stay in touch with all things Westminster! Check out our Westminster Social Hub at westminster.net/social. facebook.com/WestminsterATL twitter.com/WestminsterATL twitter.com/WestminsterATH instagram.com/WestminsterATL

Westminster Magazine Westminster Magazine is published twice a year by the Office for Institutional Advancement and includes feature stories, campus activities, sports round-ups, and alumni news. Westminster Magazine is mailed to current families, faculty, staff, and alumni in the fall and spring.

The Westminster Directory COMMUNICATIONS

The online and printed Westminster directory include contact information for all students and their families, faculty, staff, and administration. The printed directory is published in late fall. More details will be shared in the Weekly Parent Update.

NOTE: The printed and online Westminster directories are for school use only and are not to be used for mail, email, or telephone solicitations.

Emergency Communications In the event of a weather-related closing, delayed opening, or other emergency, members of the Westminster community receive voice, text, and email notification from the School’s automated rapid alert messaging system.

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Parent Life PAWS (Parents Association of The Westminster Schools) PAWS is a service organization that includes all parents at our school. When you join the school community, you become a member of this organization, and you are welcome and encouraged to participate in all PAWS meetings, activities, and events throughout the school year.

Please visit the “PAWS” resource page in the fall for information about getting involved in the life of the School through the many activities and events that PAWS organizes during the year.

PAWS in the Lower School PAWS in the Lower School (PAWSinLS) is a service organization that supports the Lower School administration and faculty by sponsoring age-appropriate activities, events, and service opportunities that enrich the experience in Love Hall. All parents of Lower School students are members of PAWSinLS and are encouraged to experience the Lower School culture by volunteering in Lower School activities.

PAWSinLS hosts Parent Coffee & Conversation meetings where parents are invited to learn about relevant topics and upcoming events. PAWSinLS Room Representatives serve each classroom to help parents navigate through information and coordinate classroom-specific activities. Check out the “PAWSinLS” resource page in Wildcat Web this fall for more information.

Catbackers Catbackers is Westminster’s all sports booster organization that communicates the latest sports news, helps build school spirit, and provides volunteer opportunities in support of the athletics program. Membership is open to anyone with an interest in Westminster athletics. Learn more at westminster.net/catbackers.

Philanthropy at Westminster Westminster benefits from a rich history of philanthropic support. This legacy inspires alumni, parents, grandparents, and friends to make ongoing investments in our students and faculty. Collectively, these gifts make a tremendous impact on the Westminster experience. Nearly a quarter of the School’s annual operations are funded through gifts to the annual Westminster Fund and The Westminster Endowment. Every family is encouraged to support Westminster in a way that is meaningful to them each year.

SUMMER CAMPS Kick off your child’s Westminster experience at our Summer Camps, where Wildcats ages 3-18 can enjoy sports, computers, cooking, karate, and almost anything else under the sun. Learn more and register at westminster.net/summer. Registration began in January, so some camps may be full for 2019. Check the Summer Camps website for availability. Please call 404-367-7868 if you have any questions.

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Student Life ASK! (After School Kids!)

Middle School Study Hall

ASK!, our after-school program for students in pre-first through fifth grade, provides students with a safe, nurturing environment in which to explore, learn, and grow. Students may enroll in enrichment classes like drama, robotics, chess, soccer, cooking, and piano. They also learn to build connections with other Westminster students and teachers, developing a sense of community. Whether you need afterschool care, enrichment opportunities, or both, please register for our exciting programs in Wildcat Web on the “ASK!” resource page.

When Office Hours conclude at 3:30 p.m., a supervised sudy hall is offered Monday through Thursday for Middle School students in the George Woodruff Library. Study Hall provides a safe, quiet environment for students to get ahead on homework, review the day’s material, or simply relax and read a book. Students may drop in after an activity and stay until 6:00 p.m.

Athletics Westminster student-athletes develop healthy traits that last a lifetime, like teamwork, commitment, self-discipline, and sportsmanship.

Westminster offers interscholastic competition for students in grades 7-12.

The level of participation is appropriate for each student’s age, development, ability, and interest. While some teams with limited roster spaces require tryouts, non-cut sports are offered every season. Tryout dates and times vary by team. Visit the school website for contact information for head coaches if you have any questions regarding specific fall sports.

Should you have any questions, call the athletics department at 404-609-6258.

Westminster’s Glenn Institute for Philanthropy and Service Learning provides co-curricular and curricular opportunities for students to address real community and environmental needs through immersive, authentic service experiences. Glenn programming spans across all grades and is intentionally embedded in all aspects of Westminster life through philanthropy education, service learning, and community service. In the fall, learn more about Westminster’s service philosophy and opportunities on the “Glenn Institute” resource page.

The Arts The arts are an integral part of a Westminster education. Beginning in Lower School, students explore art, music, and theatre arts. In Middle School, participation in the arts is required every year. A semester arts course is required for graduation for all Upper School students.

Extracurricular opportunities begin in third grade, and the diversity of offerings expands through the Middle School and Upper School years to provide students with opportunities to learn new ways to express themselves through the arts.

COMMUNIT Y

Parents of students interested in participating in athletics should pay special attention to an email to be sent in June that includes fall sport tryout dates and important information about policies and required forms. The Student-Parent Athletic Handbook, available on the “Athletics” resource page in Wildcat Web, is required reading for every athlete and his or her parents. It contains important school policies and state rules and eligibility requirements.

Service Opportunities

Curriculum details are presented during parent orientations and curriculum nights.

Student performance dates are listed on the School website.

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School Culture Mission Statement Westminster is a Christian, independent day school for boys and girls which seeks to develop the whole person for college and for life through excellent education.

Alma Mater In wisdom, stature, love for man, and grace from God above, We give our arms, our hearts, our minds, our alma mater’s goal to find, Westminster, praise we thee; Westminster, praise we thee.

And as we leave these halls behind, these friendships of our youth, We breathe our prayer of gratitude; we forward go with faith renewed, Westminster, love we thee; Westminster, love we thee.

Words by David T. Lauderdale Jr. (1921-1978)

Motto And Jesus increased in wisdom and stature, and in favor with God and man.

Luke 2:52

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School Seal: Meaning and Significance The sun is a Messianic symbol of Christ. This symbol is based on a phrase in Malachi 4:2, “But unto you that fear my name shall the sun of righteousness arise with healing in its wings...” The monogram represents the first three letters of the name “Jesus” in Greek, with Gothic style letters. The circle surrounding the monogram represents eternity. The rays indicate glory. The Seal, then, represents the fact that Jesus, as the eternal sun of righteousness, is the heart and center of the School.

School Colors Forest green and white

Mascot Wildcat

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Westminster Words ASK!

Discovery

Westminster’s Lower School after-school program that extends the school day for an additional charge. Parents have the option of registering their child for one to five days per week in any or all of the three sessions during the school year.

An after-school experiential education and leadership experience required of all ninth grade students

Catbackers Parent booster club for Westminster athletics

Center for Teaching A center dedicated to all aspects of service and professional growth for our faculty and those from other schools who participate in the center’s activities.

Christian Emphasis Week A unique opportunity for students and faculty to pause in the middle of the busy school year to reflect, celebrate, and be inspired by Christian teachings and values.

Class Rotation Night An evening when Middle School and Upper School parents follow student schedules for brief class periods to meet teachers who discuss course goals

Cluck Hall A chicken coop adjacent to the Lower School playground that houses hens hatched at Westminster. Children care for the animals and sell fresh eggs, using the proceeds to “take care of our chickens and do good deeds.”

Design Thinking A program that builds empathy for others and teaches the habits of creativity, innovation, collaboration, investigation, and problem solving

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Dress-up Days Days when boys are expected to wear dark or khaki slacks, dress shoes, and collared shirts with ties (and jackets in Upper School). Girls are to wear appropriate dresses or skirts/dressy slacks and blouses, and dressy shoes (no flip-flops or tennis shoes).

The Glenn Institute Established in 2003 through the generosity of Tom ’65 and Lou Glenn, the Glenn Institute for Philanthropy and Service Learning sponsors programs and experiences to enable students, parents, faculty, staff, and alumni to make genuinely meaningful contributions to society.

Grade Chairs Grade-level advisors in Middle School and Upper School who serve as advocates and resources for students regarding academic, social, and extracurricular activities

Grandparents and Special Friends Day A half-day event in the fall when grandparents or special friends join their grandchildren/friends at school. Alternates yearly between Lower School (for all grades) and Middle School (for sixth and seventh grades). Middle School will be hosting in fall 2019.

JanTerm

Pigskin Picnic

An intensive, three-week course of study allowing Upper School students to focus on a single topic in great depth and at an accelerated pace. This immersive learning experience offers unique, hands-on experiences in the classroom as well as off-campus field trips and opportunities for overnight travel.

A picnic supper (organized by PAWS and Catbackers) for students, parents, faculty, and friends before a home varsity football game

Innovation Lab

Urban EdVenture

Completed in 2015, the 3,400-square-foot space serves as a catalyst for the Middle School’s comprehensive STEAM initiative.

The space houses a variety of tools and technology to support exploration and problem solving through design thinking, project-based learning, and fabrication.

A yearlong service program for students in fifth grade that seeks to develop a sense of community and citizenship

Love. Challenge. Lead. Change.

These four words communicate our identity to the world in a forward-looking way.

Westminster extends Christian love to all.

Our students are nurtured by challenge.

Wildcats lead with their hearts and minds.

They have the power to change the world.

Office Hours Time period when Middle School and Upper School teachers are available in their classrooms to assist students

SkunkWorks Lower School Design Thinking Lab in Love Hall

WCAT Student-run web TV station that captures and reports events happening around campus and exposes students to broadcast journalism

The Weekly Parent Update A “must-read” weekly communication distributed via email to all Westminster families

The Westminster Fund Annual fund campaign that runs from July 1-June 30. Gifts enhance the day-today experiences of our students inside and outside the classroom. Your family is encouraged to participate at a level meaningful to you.

PAWS Parents Association of The Westminster Schools, a service organization for all parents

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Campus Map

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Westminster Places MAIN BUILDINGS Askew Hall Broyles Arts Center Campbell Hall Clarkson Hall Love Hall Pressly Hall Robinson Hall Scott Hall Tull Hall

Upper School building Arts building, houses Kellett Theatre and Parker Campus Center Upper School building Middle School building adjoining George Woodruff Library Building housing the Irene and George Woodruff Lower School Administration, College Counseling, and Upper School building Upper School building Admissions, Business Office, Center for Teaching, Campus Store, and IT The Nursery

ATHLETIC FACILITIES Alfred E. Thompson Stadium and Fritz Orr Field Harry Lloyd Stadium Kent Field Large Field House Mildred Scott Memorial Field Summer Camp Field/Pavilion Turner Gymnasium Tennis Courts Welborn Cody Field

Main outdoor athletics complex Baseball stadium located adjacent to Welborn Cody Field Practice fields located across drive from Love Hall Carpool A exit Gym located in woods across drive from Robinson Hall Softball field next to Lower School Turf field at Summer Camp School gymnasium with an aquatic center Front and back tennis courts located next to the main gate and Kent Field Baseball field located next to Turner Gymnasium

ROOMS/FACILITIES Adams Gate Carlyle Fraser Library Gaines Foyer and Gallery George Woodruff Library Hamilton Room Kellett Theatre Kenan Seminar Room Leslie Seminar Room Lewis Plaza Love Patio Malone Dining Hall McCain Chapel Montgomery Foyer Oglesby Room Parker Campus Center

Pressly Plaza Prickett Chapel Simons Senior Patio Smythe Gambrell Library Stembler Lobby Warren Lecture Room Zakas Family Courtyard

Main entry to campus between Askew Hall and Robinson Hall Upper School library in Pressly Hall Entrance and art gallery, Broyles Arts Center Middle School library adjacent to Clarkson Hall Lower School auditorium/cafeteria, Love Hall Theater/auditorium located in Broyles Arts Center Top floor, Robinson Hall Top floor, Carlyle Fraser Library Covered plaza located between Robinson Hall and Scott Hall Patio between Broyles Arts Center and Scott Hall Cafeteria, bottom floor, Pressly Hall Chapel/auditorium, main floor, Pressly Hall Entrance and front hall, Pressly Hall Large multipurpose room in Clarkson Hall Student lounge, main floor, Broyles Arts Center; student lounge, Turner Gymnasium Patio between Pressly Hall and Scott Hall Outdoor chapel next to President’s Home Patio on Askew Hall side of Malone Dining Hall Lower School library, Love Hall Lobby in Robinson Hall Main floor lecture room, Robinson Hall Courtyard outside of the Oglesby Room in Clarkson Hall

PARKING: Visitors, including parents and grandparents, may use the allotted visitor lots (designated P on map) during the school day. After school hours, student lots and faculty parking spaces are available to visitors as needed.

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Campus Plan Westminster’s campus plan, completed in 2017, is a framework for the way we think about our campus spaces. The impact our buildings and grounds have on teaching and learning is a common thread throughout our strategic plan, approved by the Board of Trustees in May 2012 (For College and For Life). This strategic plan was the impetus for the formal campus planning process, which took place over three years and was completed in 2017.

During the campus planning process, we were guided by Westminster’s historic commitments. These values continually shape how we think about many aspects of the Westminster experience. As we visited these commitments time and time again while discussing the evolution of our campus, it became clear that a few of them would be evident in every part of our campus plan: • Defining Academic Excellence • Creating a Unique Student Experience • Serving Atlanta and the World From this starting point, three key themes for our campus plan emerged: • Building Community • Strengthening Connections • Learning and Leadership on Display Our process included gathering perspectives from across the Westminster community— students, faculty, staff, parents, alumni, prospective donors, and foundations—to ensure that the emerging strategy for future development met the School’s most pressing needs while capturing a vision for how we will teach, learn, and strengthen our community going forward.

After completing a framework for the campus plan, Westminster engaged architects and a general contractor who have made substantial progress on designing the first renovation and new construction projects on our Upper School campus—the site of Westminster’s very first buildings.

While developing building plans, we completed a feasibility study and are beginning conversations with prospective leadership donors. As parents, it is important for you to know that our campus has been, and will be, built through the generosity of the Wildcat community rather than through reliance on tuition. While our endowment may seem like a readily available source of funding, it is fully committed to the daily experience of every Westminster student by supporting programs, financial aid, and the great work of our faculty and staff. Since our founding, philanthropy has been the catalyst for creating spaces that match our students’ and faculty’s ambitions and strengthen connections across the Westminster community.

To ensure our success as the campus plan comes to fruition, we have completed an indepth financial plan to ensure that we have accounted for every contingency as we take on these significant commitments. The School has also obtained initial approvals from the City of Atlanta, allowing us to proceed with confidence that we will meet governmental regulations and requirements.

You can learn more about the campus planning process and the details about the first phase of building projects by visiting westminster.net/campus-plan.

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