Mayor Keith A. James Proclaims October 2025 as Rosarian Academy’s 100th Anniversary Celebration
West Palm Beach, FL — October 14, 2025 — Rosarian Academy proudly celebrated its 100th Anniversary as Mayor Keith A. James officially proclaimed October 2025 as Rosarian Academy’s Centennial Month. The proclamation recognized a century of faith-based education, academic excellence, and community impact in West Palm Beach.
The ceremony was made even more special by the presence of Commissioners Fox and Ward, who attended in their official capacities while also expressing personal joy and warmth at seeing the school’s leadership and community in action. At the conclusion of the proclamation, both commissioners shared heartfelt reflections on their connection to Rosarian Academy. Commissioner Fox, a proud alum of Rosarian when it was an all-girls high school, quipped about being so excited she could have started singing the school song, adding, “Thank you for all that you continue to do for the students of West Palm Beach.” Commissioner Ward, a proud current parent of a Kindergarten student, shared, “I so appreciate the environment that you all have created there. It’s really a blessing to go there every day knowing she is safe and very well taken care of.”
The proclamation was formally accepted by Virginia Devine, Head of School, and Nick Coleman, Chairman of the Board, while members of Rosarian’s administration were present in the audience, including Dr. Sharon Morris Lencheski, Director of Middle School; Mildred Acosta, Director of Lower School; Devin Andersen, Director of Early Childhood; and Sophie Fountain, Director of Marketing and Communications.
Reflecting on the occasion, Head of School Virginia Devine shared, “On behalf of Rosarian Academy, we’re so honored and proud. We have so much to celebrate and to be honored in this way, we are very grateful.”
The event highlighted not only the school’s rich history and commitment to academic and spiritual growth but also the strong relationships it maintains with alumni, families, and local leaders. The proclamation serves as a reminder of Rosarian Academy’s enduring impact and the continued dedication of its community to shaping well-rounded, values-driven students.
For a video of the proclamation ceremony, please visit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xd64oZjIdiQ (minutes 7:46–12:40) and to briefly read about it, please visit https://www.wpb.org/News-Folder/News-2025/101425-Mayor-City-Commission-CRA-Approvals-Decisions
