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Meet Westminster’s Class of 2025 Valedictorian and Salutatorian
Westminster proudly honors the Class of 2025 and celebrates the achievements of this year’s top graduates: Valedictorian Charlie Grinalds and Salutatorian Levi Ketterman.
Charlie Grinalds (Valedictorian), also graduating with distinction, held leadership roles in academics and athletics as Junior Class Vice President and captain of multiple sports teams. A talented golfer and musician, he has been recognized as an AP Scholar with Distinction and will attend the University of Georgia Honors Program to study biology.
Levi Ketterman (Salutatorian), a distinguished scholar-athlete and member of the National Honor Society and Beta Club, excelled in football, basketball, and track—earning All-State honors. He also served as Junior Class President and received the Harvard Book Award. Levi will study business at the University of Georgia.
Congratulations to both students and the entire graduating class!
Georgia Tech Visits Westminster's Innovation Lab
Westminster is launching a bold new Innovation Lab to introduce students as young as four to hands-on, PhD-guided STEM education. Developed with input from top scientists and entrepreneurs, the lab aims to inspire invention, problem-solving, and entrepreneurship from elementary through high school. Recently, Georgia Tech’s Dr. Natalie Stingelin visited campus to tour the lab and speak with students, affirming the program’s potential to nurture future inventors before their 10th birthdays. The 2025–26 school year will mark the full launch of this groundbreaking initiative.
Westminster Alum Keith Hearon '05 Named National Academy of Inventors Fellow, Honored for Transformative Contributions to Science and Innovation
AUGUSTA, Ga. — On Dec. 10, the National Academy of Inventors (NAI) announced Westminster ‘05 alumnus Dr. Keith Hearon’s election to the 2024 class of NAI Fellows. The honor, one of the most prestigious accolades for inventors, recognizes his exceptional contributions to scientific innovation, economic development and societal welfare.
Westminster is #1
Westminster Schools of Augusta is rated the #1 private christian school in the Augusta area, as well as the #1 high-school for athletes in the Augusta area for 2024-25, according to Niche!
Westminster Schools of Augusta Gets Another GIAA Boys Soccer Title
Westminster Schools of Augusta boys soccer did it again.
Making it through double overtime and dueling penalty kicks, the Wildcats bested Holy Spirit Prep in Macon Saturday for the Georgia Independent Athletic Association Class 3A state championship. It was their 14th state title since 2000.
Mayor Johnson Speaks at Commencement
Garnett Johnson, the distinguished 85th Mayor of the City of Augusta, graced the commencement ceremony for the graduating class of 2024 as the keynote speaker. In his inspirational address, Mayor Johnson extolled the virtues of Westminster Schools of Augusta, emphasizing how their experiences within its nurturing environment have both safeguarded and readied them for the broader world. He eloquently conveyed that this protective "bubble" now serves as a formidable shield of armor, empowering them to lead with distinction, pursue their loftiest dreams, and remain steadfast in their commitment to glorifying Him in all their endeavors.
Royalty reigns: Electric atmosphere crowns new king and queen at Homecoming thriller
Wildcat fans packed the stands for Westminster’s Homecoming celebration, where alumni reconnected, new royalty was crowned, and the Wildcats clinched a thrilling win under the lights.
Building Bridges to Top Universities: Westminster Expands College Counseling Network
Westminster Schools of Augusta is enhancing its college counseling program after Director Mark Hampton attended the 2025 NACAC Conference, connecting with top universities like Harvard and Yale. He emphasized the growing importance of supplemental essays and plans to strengthen student support in this area to help Westminster students stand out in the admissions process.
Celebrating Excellence: Two Wildcats Named National Merit Semifinalists
Congratulations to our Wildcats! Westminster is proud to announce that Porter Grinalds and Frank Stafford have been recognized as Semifinalists in the 2026 National Merit® Scholarship Program.
WSA Students Earn Global Seal of Biliteracy Honors
WSA celebrates Perry Catherine Weaver and Abe Daniel for earning the Global Seal of Biliteracy (Functional Fluency) via strong Avant STAMP 4S results—5+ in reading, writing, speaking, and listening. Highlights: Perry Catherine scored 8 in reading, and Abe scored 8 in listening.
Twelve Wildcats Earn College Board National School Recognition Award
Twelve Westminster students earned the College Board’s National School Recognition Award for academic excellence in 2024–2025, a distinction given to only about 15% of students nationwide.
Spring 2025 Honor Roll
Congratulations to all of our dedicated students for receiving High Honor and Honor Roll status for the spring 2025 semester.
Meet Our Class of 2025 Valedictorian and Salutatorian
We are especially honored to recognize this year’s Valedictorian, Charlie Grinalds, and Salutatorian, Levi Ketterman, for their outstanding achievements and contributions to our school community.
Lady Cats Make Final Four as India Williams Nears Historic 2,000-Point Milestone!
The Westminster Lady Cats varsity basketball team has once again proven their dominance, securing a spot in the Final Four! Their incredible season has been fueled by determination, teamwork, and standout performances that have put them among the best in the state.
Westminster Teacher Awarded STEM Teaching Tools Grant
Westminster Science teacher, Mrs. Marsha Duggan, receives the prestigious STEM Teaching Tools Grant from the Greater Augusta AFCEA Chapter.
Fall 2024 High Honor and Honor Rolls Announced
Congratulations to all of our dedicated students! A special congratulations to those achieving High Honor and Honor Roll status for the fall 2024 semester.
Westminster Alum Keith Hearon '05 Named National Academy of Inventors Fellow, Honored for Transformative Contributions to Science and Innovation
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Westminster Receives Platinum AP Award
Congratulations Westminster upper school for once again being named to the 2025 AP School Honor Roll! Westminster has been recognized as a PLATINUM member of the School Honor Roll, awarded by the college board. Platinum is the highest level of recognition.
Alumni Spotlight - Vikings Take Second at Rhodes Invitational
With exceptional races from Tucker Wright and Brooks Johnson, Berry's men's cross country team earned a strong second-place finish at the Rhodes Cross Country Invitational, outpacing their conference rivals in the process.
Westminster dominates Holy Spirit Prep in high school football
Katie Goodale
The Augusta Chronicle
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QB Murphey has another big night as Westminster football cruises past Holy Spirit Prep
Defending state champion Westminster Schools of Augusta dominated the Holy Spirit Prep to the tune of 71-20 at Wildcat Stadium on Friday night.
The 2024 Green-Orr Recipients
Bravo to this year's Green-Orr recipients: Lindsey Seepe, Kellie House, and Tommy Brinson! Since 2005, the award helps celebrate the excellence of our faculty and honors the memory of Juanita and Charles Green, Sr., and Roberta and Harry Orr, Jr., parents of Peggy and Charlie Green.
Spring 2024 High Honor and Honor Rolls Announced
Congratulations to all of our dedicated students! A special congratulations to those achieving High Honor and Honor Roll status for the spring 2024 semester.
How Georgia, Georgia Tech nabbed Augusta's top two track & field stars
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Keith Hearon '05 Receives Third Distinguished Alumni Award
Keith Hearon (‘05), who has just received his third distinguished alumni award from his third institution, for his remarkable work in the field of biomedical engineering as an inventor, a leading medical researcher, and an entrepreneur.