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Senior Spotlight: Glynn Clements, DeMarion Morgan, Sophia Rodriguez, and Sydney Smith

Senior Spotlight: Glynn Clements, DeMarion Morgan, Sophia Rodriguez, and Sydney Smith

We are pleased to introduce our next four incredible members of the WCS 2025 senior class: Glynn Clements, DeMarion Morgan, Sophia Rodriguez, and Sydney Skyler Smith.

 

Meet Glynn Clements

Favorite Bible Verse: Philippians 4:13

Glynn Clements saved the best for last, joining the Wildcat community for his senior year. He found everyone at WCS to be very friendly and helpful. Glynn’s favorite subject is Economics because it helped him understand inflation, supply and demand, unemployment rates, and civilian labor forces.

He will always remember his teachers, Ms. Ballard, Ms. Carr, Coach Carr, Ms. Banks, Ms. Rivera, and Ms. DeMoss, for their support and encouragement to keep going and not give up. Glynn was particularly proud of his academic progress when he earned good grades in his first semester here.

The senior retreat had a significant impact on Glynn’s faith journey, and his trust in God has grown throughout the school year. He learned to pray during the day and to give his problems to God. He advises younger students to “trust God to take the wheel and steer you in the right direction.”

Glynn enjoyed playing basketball for the Wildcats and formed many new friendships and experiences through the sport. He will always remember iFly as a special learning experience. He would like to be remembered as a hopeful person and a leader. Glynn looks forward to attending college next year and possibly becoming a basketball trainer one day. He plans to return to support his Wildcats during basketball season.

 

Introducing DeMarion Morgan

Favorite Bible Verse: Romans 12:2

DeMarion has enjoyed his time at WCS, especially on the basketball court. He’ll never forget his last basketball game and would love to relive that day. DeMarion’s favorite subject is math because Mr. Echols teaches valuable life lessons alongside the curriculum.

Before joining the WCS community, DeMarion knew about God, but now he knows Him on a deeper, more personal level. To help younger students grow in their faith, DeMarion encourages them to spend time in quiet reflection. He is grateful to his good friend, Glynn, who encouraged DeMarion to keep his head up and his eye on the finish line.

DeMarion is looking forward to playing basketball in college next year and plans to come back to WCS for basketball games.

 

Meet Sophia Rodriguez

Favorite Bible Verse: Romans 12:12

Sophia joined WCS in her freshman year and describes her experience here as interesting, amazing, and eventful. Her favorite class is Anatomy because she is fascinated by how the human body works. Ms. Lund had a significant impact on Sophia’s life. She helped her through stressful situations by teaching her to “take a breath” and that “things don’t always work out the way we want.”

An active student, Sophia participated in volleyball, soccer, track, National Spanish Honors Society, HOSA, and ASL. She credits all of them for helping her find God when something might not go her way. She also discovered a talent for traditional folkloric dances from different countries during chapel.

Sophia encourages younger students not to give up on God even in the worst times because “He’ll never give you more than he thinks you can handle.” She felt encouraged by all of the girls in her class at various times and in different ways. Her favorite memory of classmates is sitting around the campfire together, stargazing and telling scary stories at their senior retreat. She’ll also never forget the 2023 homecoming game day when everyone dressed and showed their school spirit.

After graduation, Sophia plans to attend college and stay connected with WCS friends by helping with the Hispanic Heritage Month chapels.

 

 

Introducing Sydney Smith

Favorite Bible Verse: 2 Timothy 1:7

When asked to describe her time at WCS in three words, Sydney replied, “A learning experience.” She became a Wildcat in seventh grade and has learned to trust God in every situation.

Sydney’s favorite class is AP Physics because it taught her many life principles that she continues to use daily. She forever thanks Mr. Blaine for being an incredible teacher and role model. Sydney’s favorite memories with classmates include the trip to Impact last year and mini-golfing.

After graduation, Sydney plans to attend Baylor University to pursue a major in psychology with a minor in social work. She also plans to cheer at the collegiate level.

 

 

 

 

Westbury Worships Through Service

Westbury Worships Through Service

At Westbury Christian School, worship is expressed through action, service, and a genuine love for others. This spring, our students exemplified their faith in remarkable ways, demonstrating what it truly means to be the hands and feet of Jesus. From mission trips to community outreach projects, Westbury worships through service, and the impact has been both profound and far-reaching.

Spring Break Mission Trip—High School Students in Action

Over Spring Break, 20 of our high school students traveled to New Iberia, Louisiana, to partner with the New Iberia Church of Christ for their Model City Mission. This incredible outreach program seeks to serve and uplift the local community, and our students stepped right into that mission.

Throughout the weekend, students painted two homes, bonded with each other and church members over delicious local meals, and gathered each night for powerful devotionals. The evenings didn’t end there—some students even initiated additional Bible studies on their own, a beautiful display of their growing faith and commitment. While there was plenty of fun and memory-making, the true heart of the trip was about selflessness—doing something bigger than themselves to further God’s Kingdom.

 

3rd Grade Project HUG—Serving from the Heart

Our youngest leaders showed that age is no limit when it comes to serving others. As part of Project HUG, our 3rd graders held a food drive and spent a day volunteering at the Houston Food Bank. There, they bagged, sealed, and boxed 6 pallets of rice—enough to provide over 6,400 meals to families in need!

Adding a special touch to their service, the students also unveiled water bottles they designed themselves—an expression of creativity, care, and community. Our third graders made a lasting difference through every scoop of rice and every smile shared.

 

Sophomore/Junior Serve Day—Compassion in Action

On March 31st, our sophomore and junior classes spent the day at Impact Houston Church of Christ, working with their homeless ministry. Students rolled up their sleeves and got to work—organizing supplies, cleaning facilities, preparing and serving meals, and sorting clothing donations.

They also poured their hearts into creating Easter cards for the children’s ministry, ensuring that every detail was filled with love and encouragement. It was a day of compassion in action and a beautiful reminder of the impact young people can have when they serve with purpose.

 

Living Our Faith by Serving Others

At WCS, we believe that true worship is a lifestyle. These moments of service are more than just events—they are acts of worship that express the love and teachings of Christ. Whether it is painting a house, packing food, or writing cards, our students are learning to worship God with their words, hands, and hearts.

 Westbury worships through service, and through that, lives are changed.

 

Westbury Worships on Campus

Westbury Worships on Campus

 

One of the most valuable blessings our students experience throughout the school year is worshipping God together. All School Chapel is a special time when the entire school gathers for a worship service led by our Head of School, Nathan Wagner. This year’s chapel messages center on the 2024-25 WCS theme verse, 1 Samuel 16:7, reminding us to see as God sees.

Our lower school grades lead us in songs of worship and prayer during each All School Chapel, beginning with our fourth-grade students and continuing down to kindergarten. It’s a wonderful time of fellowship within our school community.

Lower School Praise &Worship

In Lower School this year, we began a special Praise & Worship time before lunch three days a week. Our Lower School Principal, Amanda Archer, describes the worship in Lower School as something amazing! “Most of our students love to sing, and their faces light up with joy when we sing about Jesus,” she said. “Seeing the students naturally praise Jesus with their hands lifted high and their smiles wide is something we can all learn from.”

 

“One thing that is important to us is helping students find their voices and confidence in leadership roles,” said Ms. Archer. “Praise & Worship allows for a natural avenue for this leadership—we leave the front open to whoever feels called to lead that day. It might be a fourth grader with their preschool buddy who comes up to guide us in some of our movement songs by Jana Alayra. Or it might be a whole class who is ‘in the zone’ that day and can’t help but sing lyrics like this: “Gotta believe, gotta believe, that God can do…amazing things in me and you!”

Senior Spotlight: Glynn Clements, DeMarion Morgan, Sophia Rodriguez, and Sydney Smith

Senior Spotlight: Michael Lueders Jr., Nehemiah Chen, and Cristian Hodges

We are pleased to introduce three more incredible members of the WCS 2025 senior class: Michael Lueders Jr., Nehemiah Chen, and Cristian Hodges.

Meet Michael  Lueders Jr.

Favorite Bible Verse: Ephesians 6:11

Michael chose growth, care, and development when asked to describe his WCS experience in three words. His favorite subject is Honors Pre-Calculus because it is challenging, and Ms. Leeson’s class was instrumental in Michael discovering what he wants to do with his life.

During his time at WCS, Michael’s faith grew stronger as he learned that God would always be there for him. He advises younger students who want to grow their faith to “pay attention in chapel and Bible class.

Michael’s favorite WCS memories include his freshman retreat and earning a four on the AP Com Science exam. He’s excited about future opportunities and plans to work in game programming after college. Michael looks forward to staying connected with the WCS community through his younger brother, who plans to attend.

 

Introducing Nehemiah Chen

Favorite Bible Verse: John 1:1

Nehemiah became a WCS Wildcat in the sixth grade. His favorite subject is Algebra 2 because he had a great teacher, Mr. Echols, who made math class easier. He’s especially proud of earning a 105 on one of Mr. Echols’s tests.

During his time at WCS, Nehemiah was involved in Vex and played on the baseball team. He credits both experiences for making him a better person. His happiest memories with friends include Top Golf, playing baseball, and a funny moment stacking cups at lunch.

After graduation, Nehemiah plans to attend college. His advice to younger students is to “read your Bible.

 

Meet Cristian Hodges

Favorite Bible Verse: 1 Cor 9:26-27

Christian joined the WCS community in his fifth-grade year. He enjoyed playing football and running track, where he learned always to give 100%, even when you knew you’re not doing well. Coach O. is his favorite teacher because he’s been instrumental in Cristian’s life since he first came to WCS.

During his time here, Cristian began to see God differently as he grew in his faith. His advice to younger students is to “pay attention to other people who know more.”

His favorite subject is engineering, and he is proud of himself for earning all As and Bs last year. Cristian hopes to return to WCS for Wildcat games and leaves behind a legacy that includes the 200m and 400m record and the Wildcat dash. Cristian plans to major in engineering in college.

Westbury Worships Through the Arts

Westbury Worships Through the Arts

Worship is an integral part of the culture at WCS. We’re excited to share how our students worship God at school for the next few weeks, beginning with creativity. WCS recognizes creativity as a powerful means of glorifying God. Our students use visual arts to praise and worship God through painting and creating works that embody faith, hope, and love. Every brushstroke and design serves as a testament to the beauty of God’s creation.

WCS art teacher Ms. Keese and one of our talented AP art students, Alexis, recently shared their unique experiences of using their gifts and talents to worship God.

A Discussion with Ms. Keese

Q. How do you see art as a way to worship God?

A. Art allows me to worship God in everything. It’s not just a class credit needed to graduate. Art is the world we live in. God is the ultimate creator. All we need to do is look around. He gives us lots of subjects, and what He made is beautiful.

Q. What does it look like when faith and creativity come together in your classroom?

A. I teach my students not to say, “I can’t.” At the beginning of the school year, students often ask how I can expect them to be able to draw something. However, as the year progresses, we work on techniques, and they begin to see they can do them. Their faith grows as they see that they truly can believe in themselves and learn to draw.

Q. Can you share a time when a student created something that reflected their faith?

A. We create Christmas cards for our school to send each year. For some students, this is the first time they thoroughly examine the story of Baby Jesus and what Christmas is all about. Our Christmas cards reflect our faith and values at WCS, whether it’s the story of Baby Jesus or the characteristics by which we strive to live in unity, peace, and harmony with one another.

Q. Have you seen students grow spiritually through their artwork?

A. I’ve seen students grow spiritually through their artwork and because they’re in a loving Christian community here. When we show God’s love, we nurture their faith.

Q. What do you say to a student who loves God but doesn’t think they are creative?

A. If you think you aren’t creative, I don’t want you to worry. Every student can learn techniques and how to draw. The Bible tells us that we can do more than we think or imagine through Him. You can ask God for anything, and little by little, step by step, you’ll gain confidence in yourself.

 

Using Gifts to Draw Closer to God: An Interview with Alexis

Q. How does your faith show up in your artwork?

A. My faith is fairly extensive in my art, even though I’m not strictly creating Christian or biblical scenes. Still, everything I do is very much based in nature, the people God has created, and the overall world. I believe He has given us a desire to interact and create through our own artwork.

Q. Do you ever feel like you’re worshipping while you’re creating?

A. I would say that art and exercising the talents God has given me is a form of worship. It’s a unique experience of peace and fulfillment, knowing that I’m doing something God gave me the unique ability to do and, therefore, wants me to do. It’s a very pleasant experience.

 Q. How has being at WCS helped you use art more deeply?

A. At a smaller school, I get very personalized attention with my artwork, which has been a major help. Here, you get to be seen as an individual and respected for whatever your own desires and creative inclinations may be. I feel like I’ve been given specific chances to enter contests and participate in classes that I might not otherwise have been able to experience.

Q. What would you say to another student who wants to use their creativity for God, but doesn’t know where to start?

A. We can serve God by acknowledging what he has given us and finding a way to use it to glorify Him and share His love with other people. If you’re good at art or passionate about it, find what interests you and work on making yourself a better artist. You’ll be amazed by how much closer it draws you to God.

Senior Spotlight: Glynn Clements, DeMarion Morgan, Sophia Rodriguez, and Sydney Smith

Senior Spotlight: HR Alexander Emanuel, Jack Haney, and Cameron Waters

It is our pleasure to introduce three more incredible members of the WCS 2025 senior class: HR Alexander Emanuel, Jack Haney, and Cameron Waters.

Meet HR Alexander Emanuel

Favorite Bible Verse: Philippians 4:13

This is HR’s first year at WCS, and he is grateful to Coach Teykl for bringing him here. His favorite part of the day is baseball practice, but he also finds psychology class interesting. His proudest academic moment was earning an A on an AP World History test.

HR loves playing baseball and aims to establish a strong foundation for an excellent program for future Warriors. After graduation, HR intends to continue his academic and athletic journey at Hendrix College. He plans to keep in touch with the WCS community and eventually help develop a state-of-the-art baseball complex for the school.

 

Introducing Jack Haney

Favorite Bible Verse: John 3:16

Johnathon joined the WCS community in his sixth-grade year. He knew WCS was the right school for him because he felt he could talk to anyone. Biology is Johnathon’s favorite subject, and he was especially proud to earn a 3.7 GPA last semester.

Coach Hawley made the Bible easier for Johnathon to understand by incorporating it into our lives through similar activities involving scripture. His freshman football retreat significantly impacted Johnathon’s faith, which has continued to grow stronger every year.

Johnathon has been a member of the football, baseball, basketball, and track teams at WCS, and discovered a unique talent for chess. He hopes to inspire younger students to have fun in school and plans to visit his alma mater now and then.

After graduation, Johnathon plans to study biology at UH and become either a veterinarian or marine biologist.

 

Meet Cameron Waters

Favorite Bible Verse: Philippians 4:13

When asked to describe his experience at WCS in three words, Cameron chose, “It was fun.” Cameron first came to WCS as a sophomore and remembers being welcomed immediately by new friends.

Cameron’s favorite subject is physics because he enjoys the projects. He participated in many sports, including cross country, soccer, basketball, and baseball, and credits them with helping him develop leadership skills. Coach Teykl significantly impacted Cameron’s life by assisting him with baseball, academics, and character development.

Among Cameron’s favorite WCS memories are top golf and lunch conversations with friends. He hopes people will remember him as someone who was respectful and kind to teachers and students. His advice to younger students is that life is a journey, not a sprint, and to remember that God is with you no matter what.

After graduation, Cameron plans to attend college and serve in the military.

A Honey of a Project: A Spotlight on WCS Freshman, Katelyn Bruce

A Honey of a Project: A Spotlight on WCS Freshman, Katelyn Bruce

At WCS, we take immense pride in our students’ initiatives to make a difference in the world. Katelyn Bruce, a WCS freshman and Girl Scout, undertook one such remarkable project. Working through the Girl Scout Silver Award Project, Katelyn partnered with a fellow Cadette to design and build a bee hotel to support and protect solitary bees.

These crucial pollinators are equally—if not more—effective than honeybees. Katelyn learned that a single solitary bee can pollinate as many as 100 honeybees, making them essential to the health of our ecosystems. However, these bees do not live in hives, and their declining population is a growing concern. Recognizing this, Katelyn and her project partner Camila set out to create a safe habitat to help these important pollinators thrive.

With support from the Bellaire City Council and guidance from Joyce Gigout, a respected member of the Bellaire Environmental Sustainability Board and a bee expert, the girls designed and built a specialized structure entirely made from natural materials. The “bee hotel” attracts solitary bees and provides them shelter and nesting space among the flowers in Mulberry Park. In addition, the project involved creating coloring pages and an informational webpage about solitary bees.

The eco-friendly initiative also offered Katelyn valuable learning experiences. Throughout the project, she honed essential life skills, such as communication, collaboration, and problem-solving. By working with local officials and environmental experts, she gained practical experience in advocacy and sustainability, which prepared her to be a responsible and proactive leader.

Katelyn’s project was recently featured in an online article by The Buzz Magazines. Her work is a powerful reminder that young people can make a meaningful impact. Congratulations on earning the Girl Scouts’ highest honor for Cadettes, Katelyn—your WCS community is proud of you!

Senior Spotlight: Glynn Clements, DeMarion Morgan, Sophia Rodriguez, and Sydney Smith

Senior Spotlight: Amber Marshall, Harmony James, and Hayden Kincaid

It is our pleasure to introduce three more incredible members of the WCS 2025 senior class: Amber Marshall, Harmony James, and Hayden Kincaid

Meet Amber Marshall

This is Amber’s first year at WCS, and she has felt welcomed since the very first day of school. She describes her experience at WCS as “fun, eventful, and chill.” Attending WCS has helped Amber grow in her faith and draw closer to God. Senior Bible is her favorite subject because it includes enjoyable projects that encourage students to reflect on specific moments in their lives.

Amber participates in cheer, basketball, and track and looks forward to playing these sports with her friends after school. These friends helped her learn the ropes as a new WCS student and have been her biggest supporters. Amber’s favorite memories include homecoming week and senior sunrise, and her proudest moment was earning all A’s for the first quarter.

After graduation, Amber plans to attend college and major in graphic design. She wants to stay connected with the WCS community and looks forward to returning to cheer for the Wildcats from the stands.

Introducing Harmony James

Favorite Bible Verse: Philippians 4:13

 Harmony joined WCS in fourth grade. Throughout her time here, she has participated in volleyball, basketball, softball, soccer, and cheerleading. She attributes these sports to teaching her discipline and how to love others, even when it’s challenging.

Physics is Harmony’s favorite subject because it offers a hands-on curriculum that makes it easier to learn. Her favorite teacher is Coach Williams because he always offers good advice when she discusses her problems with him. A strong student, Harmony’s proudest moment was when she was inducted into the National Honor Society.

Harmony’s advice to younger students is that when things are going well for you, it doesn’t mean you should stop reading your Bible or praying to God; rather, you have to pour into Him even more. After graduation, Harmony plans to attend Baylor University, major in biology, and become a radiologist.

Meet Hayden Kincaid

Favorite Bible Verse: 2 Corinthians 4:16

Hayden Kincaid has attended WCS since the first grade. He’s been involved in Interact, HOSA, the ASL Club, the Garden Club, the Theater Crew, Golf, and Library Aide. These extracurriculars shaped his school experience by highlighting the importance of getting involved in your community and how fulfilling that experience can be.

From his time as a student in her fourth-grade class to serving as her library aide this year, Mrs. Robertson has had a significant impact on Hayden. “Her patience and welcoming attitude have inspired me and my friends to volunteer at the library and learn about all the work that goes on behind the scenes to create a spectacular library for our students!”

Hayden’s favorite class is AP Government, and his proudest moment was receiving the AP Scholar with Distinction award, as it demonstrated that hard work really pays off.

During his time at WCS, Hayden’s faith in God has grown through the inspiring examples set by his friends and their encouraging words and actions. His advice to younger students is to

give time every day to God, even if it’s just five minutes of your day.

After spending the summer traveling, Hayden plans to study psychology and pursue a career as a clinical psychologist or therapist. He will stay connected through his younger sister and looks forward to witnessing her growth at WCS.

 

 

 

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