Westminster Students Travel to 34th Annual Harvard Model Congress

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15 Mar 2019
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Twenty-three students from Westminster Academy traveled to Boston, Massachusetts, for the 34th Annual Harvard Model Congress. Harvard Model Congress (HMC) is a program hosted by Harvard in which high school students from across the country have a chance to spend four days as members of the United States “government.” Students are assigned committees and deal with real political issues going on today. In their committees, students from schools across the nation debate, write, and pass bills. Students from Westminster Academy delegation also participated in the Presidential Cabinet, National Economic Council, National Security Council, Supreme Court, and the historical Constitutional Convention […]

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Westminster Academy Senior Breaks Boys National 3-Point Record

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Chase Johnston added to the excitement of the Westminster Academy Winter Court game on February 1, by setting a new national high school boys’ record for all-time career 3-pointers made according to MaxPreps. A senior at Westminster Academy, Johnston broke the previous national record of 520 on his second shot during the game against John Carroll Catholic High School ending with a total of 523. The Westminster Academy Lions defeated John Carrol 78–50, and Johnston led the victory with 24 points. “Chase Johnston proved again why he is arguably the best shooter in the country,” said Ehren Wallhoff, Varsity Basketball […]

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Thank You First Responder Launches Mental Health First Aid Program

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7 Mar 2019
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Thank You First Responder, Inc. and Broward County Commissioner Tim Ryan launched a campaign to offer a Mental Health First Aid training course to First Responders at BrandStar Studios located in Deerfield Beach, February 15, 2019. The Town Hall style meeting featured remarks by Commissioner Tim Ryan, Sheriff Gregory Tony, a MHFA course overview by retired First Responder, Deputy Fire Chief, Michael Allora, a live performance by Singer-Songwriter Matt Jackson and the presentation of the First Annual Doug Stepelton “Culture of Thank You” Award, as well as remarks from Florida State Representative Chip LaMarca. The GEO Group, through its Foundation, […]

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Winners Announced During 9th Annual Community Care Plan Non-Profit Awards

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In true awards show style, more than 700 local notables, community leaders and members of the non-profit sector attended the sold-out 9th Annual Community Care Plan Non-Profit Awards presented by Signature Grand and hosted by 2-1-1 Broward on February 22nd. The Awards celebrated the inspiring work of Broward County’s non-profit agencies and recognized the individual efforts of outstanding non-profit executive and board leaders, while raising more than $150,000 for 2-1-1 Broward. During the Luncheon, the winners of each of the 10 award categories were announced, each receiving an award and $1,000 for their non-profit organization. The finalists in each category […]

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2-1-1 Broward Names Finalists for Community Care Plan Non-Profit Awards

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20 Feb 2019
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The finalists for the 9th Annual Community Care Plan Non-Profit Awards presented by Signature Grand and hosted by 2-1-1 Broward have been announced. 2-1-1 Broward is a non-profit organization that provides 24-hour comprehensive helpline and support services to individuals and families seeking crisis intervention assistance and/or information and connections to health and human services in Broward County. The 9th Annual Community Care Plan Non-Profit Awards will celebrate the inspiring work of Broward County’s non-profit agencies and recognize the individual efforts of outstanding non-profit executives and board leaders. Evoking the iconic symbols of a glamorous awards show with a red carpet […]

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Inaugural “Happy Thinking Hour” Discusses Science and Faith

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6 Feb 2019
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Long awaited excitement built to a refined crescendo of animated conversations around science and faith as a highly-engaged crowd of nearly 200 registered guests gathered at new non-profit Veritas et Vino’s (V2) inaugural “Happy Thinking Hour. This South Florida launch was held at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts on January 11. V2 is the brainchild of well-known Rose Ann Lovell, whose family has generously impacted the community for generations. Registered guests at Veritas et Vino events are given the rare opportunity to meet, hear and personally engage with world-renowned speakers, including Nobel prize nominees, while enjoying very good […]

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Habitat Broward Celebrates Five Home Dedications

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5 Feb 2019
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Habitat for Humanity of Broward celebrated Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day by welcoming five new families into their affordable homes at “Our Beloved Community” located in Roosevelt Gardens. “In a county where so many families cannot afford decent housing, we are so grateful to be able help five families achieve their dream of owning a home,” said Robert Taylor, Jr., Habitat Broward’s Board Chair. The keynote speaker at the event, Don Mizell, is a Grammy Award winning music industry veteran, attorney and public speaker. He was an active participant in the campaign to create the MLK national holiday and […]

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Dr. John Stahl-Wert Commissions Serving Leaders

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What better way to testify to the glory of God than “serving leadership” and “unity of the faith”? On January 3rd, three ministries came together in unity. 4KIDS, a ministry to the most vulnerable children and families, provided the venue, Rangers of Christ, who disciple men into strong godly leaders, and Elev8Life, which provides opportunities for the next generation to discover their identity in God and walk in their purpose as Tomorrow’s Leaders Today, locked arms. They co-sponsored Dr. John Stahl-Wert, a preeminent global leadership author and trainer, whose focus is the “Serving Leader,” a model of leadership plucked from […]

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Legendary Author & Speaker Arrives to Launch Powerful New Series

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Men in south Florida were energized after hearing legendary author & speaker Robert Lewis present Session 1 of his new series “Man to Man” live at Calvary Chapel Boca Raton on Monday, January 28. “Man to Man” is a new 10-week series that shares valuable insight into the core challenges men face followed by life-changing small group discussion led by a table host. If you are one of the millions of Robert Lewis fans around the world, you’ll know what this program can do for men. Not only does it share the “best of” Robert’s lifetime of teaching, but it’s […]

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New Headmaster Announced at Boca Raton Christian School

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18 Jan 2019
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Boca Raton Christian School announced the appointment of Wendy Stapleton as the new Headmaster. The School Board and the Elder Board of Boca Raton Community Church confirmed Stapleton in December. Last summer Dr. Tennies and the School Board crafted a succession plan that named Stapleton as Assistant Headmaster. Because of that foresight, she was prepared to provide leadership as Interim Headmaster when Dr. Tennies passed away suddenly in September. Stapleton is well-known to the Boca Christian family from her 28 years with the school as an administrator, teacher in elementary through high school, and parent. Stapleton holds a Bachelor’s degree […]

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