High School

HIGH SCHOOL

Westminster offers an array of academic courses that challenge high school students academically and prepares them to be ambassadors for Christ. Westminster’s signature programs allow students to discover and develop their gifts, while providing further preparation for the rigor of higher education. Students may choose from 40 electives, 26 Advanced Placement (AP) courses and over 35 clubs and organizations. Each student is also assigned a counselor from Westminster’s College Counseling Center that will assist with course selection to maximize success in the classroom as well as guide them through college selection and the application process.

HIGHLIGHTS:

40 ELECTIVES

26 ADVANCED PLACEMENT COURSES

35 CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS

STUDENT LEADERSHIP PROGRAM

EXTENSIVE COMMUNITY SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES

“ When I was enrolled at Westminster, I took multiple AP courses. In college, I was able to use those credits toward state-required courses like economics and writing. As a result, I was able to save money and time while working toward my science-based major. I am grateful for a school like Westminster that offers multiple AP courses with incredible, faithful teachers who truly care for their students.

— Ashley Castano ‘17

SIGNATURE PROGRAMS:

AP CAPSTONE

The Emerald Scholars program is designed Introduced at Westminster in fall 2018, the for exceptional high school students who AP Capstone program is the crown jewel seek academic enrichment and aspire of the College Board curriculum, offering to participate in Westminster’s most two yearlong AP courses: AP Seminar ambitious courses. Students accepted and AP Research. These courses seek to into the program benefit from exclusive develop students’ skills in research, analysis, enrichment activities such as internships, evidence-based arguments, collaboration, independent research, service projects, writing and presenting. Students who pass and more. Emerald Scholars graduate both AP Seminar and AP Research, as as Christian leaders prepared to think well as four other AP exams, will graduate critically, collaborate effectively, seek with the AP Capstone Diploma from innovative solutions and be examples of the College Board, a highly coveted and excellence in their communities. prestigious honor.

BUSINESS AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP PROGRAM

The Business and Entrepreneurship program is designed to bridge real-world business trends with foundational principles and methods that are commensurate with the industry. This robust curriculum prepares students for college courses and the business world at large. Students demonstrate their personal growth and entrepreneurial mind through the design and development of their own business venture which is presented at Westminster’s Entrepreneurial Showcase.

MASS MEDIA AND COMMUNICATIONS PROGRAM

The Mass Media and Communications program explores the methodologies of journalism, broadcasting, public relations and marketing research. Courses explore the importance and practice of responsible, professional and ethical communication in a digital age, while infusing the latest advancements in the industry.

PROJECT LEAD THE WAY (PLTW) BIOMEDICAL SCIENCE PROGRAM

The PLTW Biomedical Science program allows students to take an investigative approach to real and current medical issues. Working with the same tools used by professionals in hospitals and labs, students engage in compelling, hands-on activities and work together to find solutions to real-world problems.

Our professional partners are an integral part of student success and provide mentorship throughout the program.

ENGINEERING PROGRAM

Westminster’s Engineering Program focuses on a rigorous project-based curriculum in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) to develop students’ ability to collaborate, think creatively, communicate effectively, and work independently to solve problems while introducing them to the engineering field.

Students also compete annually in robotics and have won a State competition and have received several World bids.

HONORS SCIENCE RESEARCH PROGRAM

The Honors Science Research Program gives students the opportunity to participate in real-world scientific research and develop scientific reasoning skills. Each year, students are invited to compete in the Florida State Science and Engineering Fair, and have competed at the prestigious Intel’s International Science and Engineering Fair. This record is unparalleled by any other private or public school in Miami-Dade. As a result, Westminster students have gone on to perform research at leading universities such as MIT, Columbia, Emory and the University of Miami, and have been ranked among the top budding scientists in the world.

STUDY ABROAD

Westminster Christian School offers students the opportunity to enhance their educational experience by studying in Europe for one semester during their sophomore or junior year at the American boarding school in Kandern, Germany. This idyllic village is located in Germany’s Black Forest just 20 minutes from France and 20 minutes from Basel, Switzerland.

I would have to say my experience at Westminster was amazing! All four years, the teachers, faculty, and students showed that they really care about one another. Westminster also taught me how to balance school work, extra-curricular activities, and sports. Learning to balance all of those things rolled over into college life.

— Rachel Barrios ‘21

Westminster is such an amazing community to be in. They gave me the tools I needed to succeed in college. I was able to come to college with enough AP credits to complete my math requirements. Westminster was an excellent foundation builder for me!

— Aria Upton ‘21