Upcoming Events

WA Men’s Prayer
Saturday, May 14
8:00-9:00 a.m.
White Alumni Chapel
On the second Saturday of every month, the men from Wheaton Academy meet to pray for our community and hear from one of our faculty/staff members. Please join us Saturday, May 14. We will hear from WA Bible teacher, Brad Musso. Light refreshments are served.

Academy Awards & Spring Art Show
Wednesday, May 18
Art Show begins at 6:30 p.m. & Academy Awards begins at 7:00 p.m.
Fine Arts Center
Wednesday, May 18 we will celebrate the gifts and accomplishments of our students during the 2021-2022 school year at the Academy Awards ceremony. All are welcome to attend. Come early at 6:30 p.m. to view the Art Show. If your student will receive an award, you will receive an invitation in the mail by the end of next week.

General News

Safety Reminder
Earlier this week, a car with an out-of-state license plate came onto campus, and two of the passengers got out and attempted to break into several cars in our parking lots.  We are thankful for surveillance cameras throughout our campus which helped police and our administration deal with this situation. As always, we would advise anyone parking at Wheaton Academy to lock car doors. 

Upcoming Parent Survey
Because Wheaton Academy places a high value on parent feedback, we conduct a parent survey every three years. This year, we have enlisted the help of SchoolRIGHT to conduct a CONFIDENTIAL PARENT SURVEY for our school community.  The survey will launch on Tuesday morning, May 11, from surveys@schoolright.net.  Please watch for the survey in your email, and if necessary, check your spam folder. Note: Survey invitations are email specific and will not work if forwarded to another email address.

Final Pitch for INCubatoredu
The 2021/2022 INCubatoredu students are ready to pitch their businesses. You are invited to see the teams pitch their winning ideas.

PRELIMINARY ROUND: Thursday, May 12, 11:45 am -1:30 pm in the Library.
FINAL ROUND: Tuesday, May 17, 7:00 pm -8:30 pm in the Library

You may click here for more details. Thank you for supporting our future business leaders!

Summer Serve
Come and serve at Wheaton Academy this summer!  Summer Serve provides an opportunity to volunteer in a variety of capacities to make an impact on the presentation of our school facilities and help with projects to control costs and allow for a smooth transition into the fall. Summer Serve will be June 13- 17 and July 18-21. You can sign for just a day, or come for more, as we get the school ready for the next school year! Sign up using this form to join us this summer.

Athletics

LOOKING AHEAD!
For those of you who are planning your vacations this summer, the following Fall Sports will begin on Monday, August 8:

Boys and Girls Cross Country, Football, Boys and Girls Golf, Girls Tennis, Girls Volleyball, and Boys Soccer.  Please plan your vacations in order to have your athlete back for the beginning of tryouts on August 8.

*IMPORTANT*-  Your athlete must have a valid Physical and the Athletic Packet completed and uploaded onto Magnus in order for them to try out on August  8.  Please be scheduling your doctor’s appointments early so you can get into your health care provider,  and get your physicals completed!  

If you have any questions regarding the Athletic Packet contact Dawn Hamm at 630-562-7565.  Any questions regarding your Physicals contact Jenn Sezonov at 630-562-7504.

Upcoming Events

Spring Concerts
All are welcome to join us for upcoming concerts featuring students in Wheaton Academy’s music groups:

Friday, April 29: Spring Choral Concert
Saturday, April 30: Spring Instrumental Concert

The concerts start at 7:30 p.m. in the Fine Arts Center Auditorium and are free of charge. All are welcome!

WA Women’s Prayer
The dates of WA Women’s Prayer for the rest of the school year are:
May 3 – Prayer with Seniors, May 10, and May 17. We gather in Luz’s apartment on campus just past the Alumni Relations Office from 1:30 -2:45 p.m. Please contact Mary Miller with your questions or prayer requests marym996.mac@mac.com.

General News

Winterim Trips
Our Winterim trips are live! Please see the Families website here for more information and payment options. Applications are due May 3 by midnight. Deposits are due by 3:30 p.m. May 4 for applications to be considered. Please contact Amy Heavey at aheavey@wheatonacademy.org if you have any questions.

Complimentary Class of 2022 Yard Sign 
Complete the form by May 2  
Parents of graduating seniors–we would love to celebrate your student’s upcoming graduation with a complimentary yard sign. Please complete this form to indicate your family’s interest in a yard sign, and we will order one for your family. Please complete the form by May 2. We hope to have them delivered to the school for pick-up in mid-May. 

Final Pitch for INCubatoredu
The 2021/2022 INCubatoredu students are ready to pitch their businesses. You are invited to see the teams pitch their winning ideas.

PRELIMINARY ROUND: Thursday, May 12, 11:45 am -1:30 pm in the Library.
FINAL ROUND: Tuesday, May 17, 7:00 pm -8:30 pm in the Library

You may click here for more details. Thank you for supporting our future business leaders!

Summer Serve
Come and serve at Wheaton Academy this summer!  Summer Serve provides an opportunity to volunteer in a variety of capacities to make an impact on the presentation of our school facilities and help with projects to control costs and allow for a smooth transition into the fall. Summer Serve will be June 13- 17 and July 18-21. You can sign for just a day, or come for more, as we get the school ready for the next school year! Sign up using this form to join us this summer.

Summer Academy Registration
Summer Academy registration has opened. Summer Academy is June 13-July 1. The deadline to register is May 1. Click here to register. Questions – email Angie Roberts, aroberts@wheatonacademy.org.

Annual Asbestos Notice – 2022
This notice meets a legal requirement to inform you annually that Wheaton Academy continues to meet all federal and state laws concerning asbestos in schools.  All of our educational facilities have been thoroughly inspected, and inspections continue bi-annually by a state-certified asbestos firm, as is required by law.  We continue to carry out all other specific requirements of the “AHERA” legislation, including the maintenance of a management plan.  Our management plan is available for your review in the business office located in the Armour building during normal business hours.  We welcome your questions and input as we continue to meet the necessary requirements and seek to implement any necessary precautions.

Athletics

LOOKING AHEAD!
For those of you who are planning your vacations this summer, the following Fall Sports will begin on Monday, August 8:

Boys and Girls Cross Country, Football, Boys and Girls Golf, Girls Tennis, Girls Volleyball, and Boys Soccer.  Please plan your vacations in order to have your athlete back for the beginning of tryouts on August 8.

*IMPORTANT*-  Your athlete must have a valid Physical and the Athletic Packet completed and uploaded onto Magnus in order for them to try out on August  8.  Please be scheduling your doctor’s appointments early so you can get into your health care provider,  and get your physicals completed!  

If you have any questions regarding the Athletic Packet contact Dawn Hamm at 630-562-7565.  Any questions regarding your Physicals contact Jenn Sezonov at 630-562-7504.

Upcoming Events

Grandparents Day, Tuesday, April 26
We are excited to share that Wheaton Academy’s annual Grandparents Day will be held on Tuesday, April 26. All grandparents and “grand-friends” are invited to participate on campus from 9:00 a.m. – 12:35 p.m. Share this link with your grandparents to RSVP: https://forms.gle/soyXAa9kDw5hNfw77

Grandparent’s Day Student Bell Schedule
8:00-8:58      Period four
9:03-10:01      Period five
10:05-10:30    Reception
10:30-11:30    Period six
11:35-12:35    Period seven
12:35 Early Dismissal

WA Women’s Prayer
Due to Grandparents Day, please note this adjustment for this week only that prayer time will be held on Thursday, April 28 from 2-3 pm. The dates for the rest of the school year are:
May 3 – Prayer with Seniors, May 10, and May 17. We gather in Luz’s apartment on campus just past the Alumni Relations Office from 1:30 -2:45 p.m. Please contact Mary Miller with your questions or prayer requests marym996.mac@mac.com.

Spring Concerts
All are welcome to join us for three upcoming concerts featuring students in Wheaton Academy’s music groups:

Monday, April 25: Jazz, Percussion, & A Capella Show
Friday, April 29: Spring Choral Concert
Saturday, April 30: Spring Instrumental Concert

All concerts start at 7:30 p.m. in the Fine Arts Center Auditorium and are free of charge. All are welcome!

General News

Winterim Trips
Our Winterim trips are live! Please see the Families website here for more information and payment options. Applications are due May 3 by midnight. Deposits are due by 3:30 p.m. May 4 for applications to be considered. Please contact Amy Heavey at aheavey@wheatonacademy.org if you have any questions.

Complimentary Class of 2022 Yard Sign 
Complete the form by May 2  
Parents of graduating seniors–we would love to celebrate your student’s upcoming graduation with a complimentary yard sign. Please complete this form to indicate your family’s interest in a yard sign, and we will order one for your family. Please complete the form by May 2nd. We hope to have them delivered to the school for pick-up in mid-May. 

Final Pitch for INCubatoredu
The 2021/2022 INCubatoredu students are ready to pitch their businesses. You are invited to see the teams pitch their winning ideas.

PRELIMINARY ROUND: Thursday, May 12, 11:45 am -1:30 pm in the Library.
FINAL ROUND: Tuesday, May 17, 7:00 pm -8:30 pm in the Library

You may click here for more details. Thank you for supporting our future business leaders!

Summer Serve
Come and serve at Wheaton Academy this summer!  Summer Serve provides an opportunity to volunteer in a variety of capacities to make an impact on the presentation of our school facilities and help with projects to control costs and allow for a smooth transition into the fall. Summer Serve will be June 13- 17 and July 18-21. You can sign for just a day, or come for more, as we get the school ready for the next school year! Sign up using this form to join us this summer.

Summer Academy Registration
Summer Academy registration has opened. Summer Academy is June 13-July1. The deadline to register is May 1. Click here to register. Questions – email Angie Roberts, aroberts@wheatonacademy.org.

2022-2023 Calendar is Now Live
We have just released the 2022-2023 school calendar. You may access it here. As we have previously mentioned, this online calendar is the most accurate and up-to-date Wheaton Academy Calendar.

Annual Asbestos Notice – 2022
This notice meets a legal requirement to inform you annually that Wheaton Academy continues to meet all federal and state laws concerning asbestos in schools.  All of our educational facilities have been thoroughly inspected, and inspections continue bi-annually by a state-certified asbestos firm, as is required by law.  We continue to carry out all other specific requirements of the “AHERA” legislation, including the maintenance of a management plan.  Our management plan is available for your review in the business office located in the Armour building during normal business hours.  We welcome your questions and input as we continue to meet the necessary requirements and seek to implement any necessary precautions.

Upcoming Events

Friday, April 15, No School, Offices Closed
There is no school tomorrow on Good Friday and the offices will also be closed. We wish you a wonderful weekend celebrating the resurrection of our Lord!

Junior/Senior Formal
Friday, April 22
7:00-9:30 p.m.
Company 251
The Junior class would like to invite all Juniors and Seniors to attend the Junior/Senior Formal on April 22. All WA Juniors and Seniors are invited to attend an evening of hors-d’oeuvres, desserts, dancing, trivia, and community. The event will be held at Company 251 in Aurora. Today is the last day your student can buy tickets in the Atrium for $70.00 per person. Push-coin will be available. This night is for our WA students and a date is not required! If you have any questions, please email Jim Holtrop.

Spring Concerts
All are welcome to join us for three upcoming concerts featuring students in Wheaton Academy’s music groups:

Monday, April 25: Jazz, Percussion, & A Capella Show
Friday, April 29: Spring Choral Concert
Saturday, April 30: Spring Instrumental Concert

All concerts start at 7:30 p.m. in the Fine Arts Center Auditorium and are free of charge. All are welcome!

General News

2022-2023 Calendar is Now Live
We have just released the 2022-2023 school calendar. You may access it here. As we have previously mentioned, this online calendar is the most accurate and up-to-date Wheaton Academy Calendar.

April Bell Schedule Changes
Please note the following bell schedule changes for the next two weeks:

Friday, April 22, Early Dismissal for Faculty/Staff Appreciation Luncheon, Periods 1-3
8:00-9:15        Period one
9:30-10:45      Period two
11:00-12:15    Period three

Tuesday, April 26, Grandparent’s Day, Student Bell Schedule, Periods 4-7
8:00-8:58      Period four
9:03-10:01      Period five
10:05-10:30    Reception
10:30-11:30    Period six
11:35-12:35    Period seven

Grandparents Day, Tuesday, April 26
We are excited to share that Wheaton Academy’s annual Grandparents Day will be held on Tuesday, April 26. All grandparents and “grand-friends” are invited to participate on campus from 9:00 a.m. – 12:35 p.m. Share this link with your grandparents to RSVP: https://forms.gle/soyXAa9kDw5hNfw77

Grandparents Day Help Needed
We are so pleased to welcome our grandparents back to campus this year on April 26!  We could use your help serving refreshments that day. If you would like to help out from 8:00 – 11:00 a.m. please contact Jim Holtrop. Thank You!

INCubatoredu 
Please read more about the INCubatoredu course and community of parents and volunteers within Wheaton Academy’s Business program by clicking here. If you are interested in volunteering, please contact Phil Strzalka.

WA Appreciation Team Update
We humbly thank you for helping us exceed our goal and closing the gap of necessary funds. Be a part of our work crew or grab a few items off the supply list. The sign-up sheets are below. We are so excited to share this special day with the faculty and staff.
Supply List Donations
Volunteer Help on Day of Luncheon April 22nd

Summer Serve
Come and serve at Wheaton Academy this summer!  Summer Serve provides an opportunity to volunteer in a variety of capacities to make an impact on the presentation of our school facilities and help with projects to control costs and allow for a smooth transition into the fall. Summer Serve will be June 13- 17 and July 18-21. You can sign for just a day, or come for more, as we get the school ready for the next school year! Sign up using this form to join us this summer.

Summer Academy Registration
Summer Academy registration has opened. Summer Academy is June 13-July1. The deadline to register is May 1. Click here to register. Questions – email Angie Roberts, aroberts@wheatonacademy.org.

Worship Team Auditions
Is your son or daughter interested in Worship Team?  We are beginning the process of application and auditions for instrumentalists, vocalists, and those interested in technical production including sound, lighting, and graphics. Click here for the application and instructions.  Applications, recommendations, and video submissions are due April 21.  Contact Mr. Jasper at ejasper@wheatonacademy.org or Mr. Hogan at bhogan@wheatonacademy.org with questions.

Upcoming Events

WA Men’s Prayer
Saturday, April 9
8:00 a.m.
White Alumni Chapel
On the second Saturday of every month, the men from Wheaton Academy meet to pray for our community and hear from one of our faculty/staff members. Please join us tomorrow, April 9. We will hear from WA Bible teacher, David Moran. Light refreshments are served.

Luz Vegara’s 90th Birthday Celebration
Saturday, April 9
12:00-3:00 p.m.
Atrium 
You are invited to join in the celebration of Luz Vergara’s 90th Birthday! Luz is our resident prayer warrior. Please mark your calendar for Saturday, April 9. Stop by the Atrium between 12:00 – 3:00 p.m. for cake & refreshments!

Mr. WA Live Performance!
Saturday, April 9
7:00 p.m. (Doors Open at 6:15 p.m.)
FAC
Please join us for our annual Mr. WA performance sponsored by Project LEAD Global. This in-person event is a celebration of our community and an opportunity for you to support the 24 Haitian and Dominican children that our school sponsors through our partnership with Kids Alive International. During the performance, ten students will compete for the title “Mr. WA” and you’ll cast your vote for the winner! The Shack will serve snacks and refreshments on site and all proceeds will be donated to Kids Alive International. Admission is $10/person via cash or PushCoin. If you are unable to attend the performance but would still like to donate and learn more about our partnership with Kids Alive International, click here.

Junior/Senior Formal
Friday, April 22
7:00-9:30 p.m.
Company 251
The Junior class would like to invite all Juniors and Seniors to attend the Junior/Senior Formal on April 22. All WA Juniors and Seniors are invited to attend an evening of hors-d’oeuvres, desserts, dancing, trivia, and community. The event will be held at Company 251 in Aurora. Tickets will be on sale April 11-14, during lunch, in the Atrium for $70.00 per person.  Push-coin will be available. This night is for our WA students and a date is not required! If you have any questions, please email Jim Holtrop.

General News

Zoom Update
With the decreasing amount of COVID illnesses as well as the decreasing need for extended quarantines/absences, Wheaton Academy will no longer be offering Zoom classes. Students were informed this week that this will take effect on Monday, April 11. We will return to all in-person classes, and if a student is sick or needs to miss school, it will be counted as an absence. If special circumstances should arise in your family, and you would like to discuss them with an administrator, parents may reach out to Vice Principal, Brad Thornton.

April Bell Schedule Changes
Please note the various changes in the student bell schedules during the month of April:

Wednesday, April 13, All-School SAT for freshmen, sophomores, juniors. Seniors have no school.
8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. (No late start)

Thursday, April 14, 7-Period Day
8:00 – 8:48                Period 1
8:54 – 9:42                Period 2
9:48 – 10:36              Period 3
10:42 – 11:30            Period 4
11:35 – 12:19            Lunch
12:24 – 1:12              Period 5        
1:18 – 2:06                Period 6                    
2:12 – 3:00                Period 7

Friday, April 15, Good Friday, No School, Offices Closed

Friday, April 22, Early Dismissal for Faculty/Staff Appreciation Luncheon, Periods 1-3
8:00-9:15        Period one
9:30-10:45      Period two
11:00-12:15    Period three

Tuesday, April 26, Grandparent’s Day, Student Bell Schedule, Periods 4-7
8:00-8:58      Period four
9:03-10:01      Period five
10:05-10:30    Reception
10:30-11:30    Period six
11:35-12:35    Period seven

Grandparents Day, Tuesday, April 26
We are excited to share that Wheaton Academy’s annual Grandparents Day will be held on Tuesday, April 26. All grandparents and “grand-friends” are invited to participate on campus from 9:00 a.m. – 12:35 p.m.  Invitations with details were mailed to grandparents last week.

Grandparents Day Help Needed
We are so pleased to welcome our grandparents back to campus this year on April 26!  We could use your help serving refreshments that day. If you would like to help out from 8:00 – 11:00 a.m. please contact Jim Holtrop. Thank You!

INCubatoredu 
Please read more about the INCubatoredu course and community of parents and volunteers within Wheaton Academy’s Business program by clicking here. If you are interested in volunteering, please contact Phil Strzalka.

WA Appreciation Team Update
We are almost there! We have a $600 gap to close and there is still time to cross the finish line for the Appreciation Luncheon. If you have not already, please consider sponsoring a faculty/staff member for the upcoming Luncheon on April 22.  If you prefer to provide supplies or volunteer your time, we have a place for you to serve. Explore the many ways you can contribute to the success of this special day.
Supply List Donations
Volunteer Help on Day of Luncheon April 22nd
Sponsor Faculty/Staff Member

Updated 2022-2023 One-Page Calendar
To see the updated 2022-2023 Calendar, please click here. The full school calendar for next year will be published after Spring Break. As a reminder, the most accurate calendar is the online version.

Summer Serve
Save the date for an opportunity to come and serve at Wheaton Academy! Each summer our campus works hard to reset for the next school year and we have a handful of projects we would love some help in. Summer Serve provides an opportunity to volunteer in a variety of capacities to make an impact on the presentation of our school facilities and help with projects to control costs and allow for a smooth transition into the next school year. Summer serve will be June 13- 17 and July 18-22. You can volunteer as an individual or serve together as a family. More details and signups will become available after spring break.

Summer Academy Registration
Summer Academy registration has opened. Summer Academy is June 13-July1. The deadline to register is May 1. Click here to register. Questions – email Angie Roberts, aroberts@wheatonacademy.org.

Worship Team Auditions
Is your son or daughter interested in Worship Team?  We are beginning the process of application and auditions for instrumentalists, vocalists, and those interested in technical production including sound, lighting, and graphics. Click here for the application and instructions.  Applications, recommendations, and video submissions are due April 21.  Contact Mr. Jasper at ejasper@wheatonacademy.org or Mr. Hogan at bhogan@wheatonacademy.org with questions.

College Corner

School-Wide Test Day
Wednesday, April 13
8:00 a.m. – Please note the change of start-time on this Wednesday
Please mark your calendars for Wednesday, April 13. All juniors will take the SAT with essay, due to this being a requirement for the state of Illinois. Please see this link for more details about why we are taking the test with essay and how to prepare for the essay portion of the test. All sophomore students will take the PSAT 10. Freshmen will take the PSAT 8/9. For detailed information about the schedule for that day please click here. Please feel free to email Gina Churchill at gchurchill@wheatonacademy.org with questions. Seniors will have no school.

Upcoming Events

Spring Break
Spring Break is next week. The offices will be open on Monday and Tuesday, March 28 & 29, and will be closed on March 30, 31, and April 1. There will be no WA Weekly published next week.

Mr. WA Live Performance!
Saturday, April 9
7:00 p.m. (Doors Open at 6:15 p.m.)
FAC
Please join us for our annual Mr. WA performance sponsored by Project LEAD Global. This in-person event is a celebration of our community and an opportunity for you to support the 24 Haitian and Dominican children that our school sponsors through our partnership with Kids Alive International. During the performance, ten students will compete for the title “Mr. WA” and you’ll cast your vote for the winner! The Shack will serve snacks and refreshments on site and all proceeds will be donated to Kids Alive International. Admission is $10/person via cash or PushCoin. If you are unable to attend the performance but would still like to donate and learn more about our partnership with Kids Alive International, click here.

Open House – Save the Date 
You are invited to join in the celebration of Luz Vergara’s 90th Birthday! Luz is our resident prayer warrior. Please mark your calendar for Saturday, April 9. Stop by the Atrium between 12:00 – 3:00 p.m. for cake & refreshments!

General News

April Bell Schedule Changes
Please note the various changes in the student bell schedules during the month of April:

Wednesday, April 13, All-School SAT for freshmen, sophomores, juniors. Seniors have no school.
8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. (No late start)

Thursday, April 14, 7-Period Day
8:00 – 8:48                Period 1
8:54 – 9:42                Period 2
9:48 – 10:36              Period 3
10:42 – 11:30            Period 4
11:35 – 12:19            Lunch
12:24 – 1:12              Period 5        
1:18 – 2:06                Period 6                    
2:12 – 3:00                Period 7

Friday, April 22, Early Dismissal for Faculty/Staff Appreciation Luncheon, Periods 1-3
8:00-9:15        Period one
9:30-10:45      Period two
11:00-12:15    Period three

Tuesday, April 26, Grandparent’s Day, Student Bell Schedule, Periods 4-7
8:00-8:58      Period four
9:03-10:01      Period five
10:05-10:30    Reception
10:30-11:30    Period six
11:35-12:35    Period seven

Grandparents Day, Tuesday, April 26
We are excited to share that Wheaton Academy’s annual Grandparents Day will be held on Tuesday, April 26. All grandparents and “grand-friends” are invited to participate on campus from 9:00 a.m. – 12:35 p.m.  Invitations will be mailed, and additional details will be provided in early April.

Updated 2022-2023 One-Page Calendar
To see the updated 2022-2023 Calendar, please click here. The full school calendar for next year will be published after Spring Break. As a reminder, the most accurate calendar is the online version.

Summer Serve
Save the date for an opportunity to come and serve at Wheaton Academy! Each summer our campus works hard to reset for the next school year and we have a handful of projects we would love some help in. Summer Serve provides an opportunity to volunteer in a variety of capacities to make an impact on the presentation of our school facilities and help with projects to control costs and allow for a smooth transition into the next school year. Summer serve will be June 13- 17 and July 18-22. You can volunteer as an individual or serve together as a family. More details and signups will become available after spring break.

Summer Academy Registration
Summer Academy registration has opened. Summer Academy is June 13-July1. The deadline to register is May 1. Click here to register. Questions – email Angie Roberts, aroberts@wheatonacademy.org.

Worship Team Auditions
Is your son or daughter interested in Worship Team?  We are beginning the process of application and auditions for instrumentalists, vocalists, and those interested in technical production including sound, lighting, and graphics. Click here for the application and instructions.  Applications, recommendations, and video submissions are due April 21.  Contact Mr. Jasper at ejasper@wheatonacademy.org or Mr. Hogan at bhogan@wheatonacademy.org with questions.

WA Appreciation Team
Our team is made up of a group of parents who desire to encourage, bless, and appreciate our faculty and staff. We are currently preparing and planning for the Spring Appreciation Luncheon. Starting the first week of April we will have a sign-up sheet for ways you can volunteer or provide specific items. Watch for that in the next WA weekly. In the meantime, might you consider sponsoring a Faculty/Staff member for the Appreciation Luncheon on April 22nd? We have 75% of our staff covered! That’s AMAZING!!! Thank you so much. Please click here to sponsor and learn more details.

Wheaton Academy Trap Team
This opportunity extends to all WA students 9-12 girls and boys. The season will begin on April 5, 2022.  We will meet at the St. Charles Sportsmen’s Club on Tuesdays from 5:45 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. for eight weeks.  Students need to have a FOID card (Firearm Owner’s Identification), as well as one or both of their parents attending practice. The FOID card can take up to 4-6 weeks to receive in the mail. Students will need to present these cards each day we shoot (or proof of application). Please contact Ken Ellis with any questions at kellis@wheatonacademy.org or 630 254 7398.

Wheaton Academy is Hiring!

• Full-Time Executive Assistant to the Head of School
• Full-Time Marketing Specialist
• Part-Time Substitute Teacher Coordinator and Operations Assistant
• Part-time Development Special Projects and Database Coordinator
• Part-Time Food Truck Manager

Contact Human Resources or refer to the employment opportunities page of the website for more details.

College Corner

School-Wide Test Day
Wednesday, April 13
8:00 a.m. – Please note the change of start-time on this Wednesday
Please mark your calendars for Wednesday, April 13. All juniors will take the SAT with essay, due to this being a requirement for the state of Illinois. Please see this link for more details about why we are taking the test with essay and how to prepare for the essay portion of the test. All sophomore students will take the PSAT 10. Freshmen will take the PSAT 8/9. For detailed information about the schedule for that day please click here. Please feel free to email Gina Churchill at gchurchill@wheatonacademy.org with questions.

Upcoming Events

Kairos Show
Thursday, March 24
7:00 p.m.
White Alumni Chapel
The Kairos Show is back for a live audience! Join us Thursday, March 24 at 7:00 p.m. in the White Alumni Chapel to celebrate the many talents of the Kairos students. The evening will showcase singing, dancing, music, and more! The event is free – we hope to see you there!

Open House – Save the Date 
You are invited to join in the celebration of Luz Vergara’s 90th Birthday! Luz is our resident prayer warrior. Please mark your calendar for Saturday, April 9. Stop by the Atrium between 12:00 – 3:00 p.m. for cake & refreshments!

General News

Summer Academy Registration
Summer Academy registration has opened. Summer Academy is June 13-July1. The deadline to register is May 1. Click here to register. Questions – email Angie Roberts, aroberts@wheatonacademy.org.

WA Appreciation Team
Our team is made of a group of parents who desire to encourage, bless, and appreciate our faculty and staff at two specific times during the year. During finals week in December and again with an Appreciation Luncheon in April to honor and thank everyone for a fantastic school year. It is only possible to provide these wonderful events on behalf of all families because of your generous gifts. We ask for sponsorship in the Fall for the Christmas event and in late Winter/early Spring for the Appreciation Luncheon. Thank you to the families who helped make December’s event possible.

We are now preparing and planning for the Spring Appreciation Luncheon. Might you consider sponsoring a Faculty/Staff member for the Appreciation Luncheon on April 22nd? Click here to sponsor and learn more details.

Wheaton Academy Trap Team
This opportunity extends to all WA students 9-12 girls and boys. The season will begin on April 5, 2022.  We will meet at the St. Charles Sportsmen’s Club on Tuesdays from 5:45 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. for eight weeks.  Students need to have a FOID card (Firearm Owner’s Identification), as well as one or both of their parents attending practice. The FOID card can take up to 4-6 weeks to receive in the mail. Students will need to present these cards each day we shoot (or proof of application). Please contact Ken Ellis with any questions at kellis@wheatonacademy.org or 630 254 7398.

Host an International Student in Your Home
Our international team is preparing for the fall of 2022 now. Have you ever wondered what it would be like to host an international student in your home? We currently have 43 students from seven different countries living with 20 host families. We are looking for a few more families for the fall. If you are interested in finding out more about this unique opportunity, please email Julie Grant, International Host Family and Student Coordinator, at jgrant@wheatonacademy.org.

Wheaton Academy is Hiring!

• Full-Time Executive Assistant to the Head of School
• Full-Time Marketing Specialist
• Part-Time Substitute Teacher Coordinator and Operations Assistant
• Part-time Development Special Projects and Database Coordinator
• Part-Time Food Truck Manager

Contact Human Resources or refer to the employment opportunities page of the website for more details.

College Corner

School-Wide Test Day
Wednesday, April 13
8:00 a.m. – Please note the change of start-time on this Wednesday
Please mark your calendars for Wednesday, April 13. All juniors will take the SAT with essay, due to this being a requirement for the state of Illinois. Please see this link for more details about why we are taking the test with essay and how to prepare for the essay portion of the test. All sophomore students will take the PSAT 10. Freshmen will take the PSAT 8/9. For detailed information about the schedule for that day please click here. Please feel free to email Gina Churchill at gchurchill@wheatonacademy.org with questions.

Dear Wheaton Academy Parents & Students,

This weekend marks two years since we made the decision to move to virtual learning for an anticipated two-week alternative from normal life at Wheaton Academy.  Little did we know what was ahead for all of us.  Since then, we have experienced over two months of virtual learning, endured 18 months of a mask mandate, weathered changes and disruptions to most co-curricular activities, and grappled with the need to be more flexible than ever before.

I am so thankful for how well the Wheaton Academy community has persevered during these difficult times.  Faculty and staff have worked harder and more creatively, parents have been even more generous with time, talent and treasure, and students have risen to meet standards unlike any we have seen in our modern era.

As we have shed the masks in recent weeks and move desks and classrooms back to their usual locations in the days ahead, it is essential to give thanks to God for His faithfulness to us in so many ways over the last two years—for overall health in our community, for in-person learning for the entire school year this year and last year, for record enrollment, and for generous financial support.

As the pandemic begins to fade, I wanted to mark this point in Wheaton Academy’s 168-year history and congratulate each of you for your determination and resilience over the last two years.  You have been an encouragement to me and to so many beyond our community. Well done!

God’s blessings to each of you as we continue to build on what He has taught us through adversity.

Soli Deo Gloria,
Steve Bult
Head of School

Upcoming Events

WA Men’s Prayer
Saturday, March 12
8:00-9:00 a.m.
White Alumni Chapel
On the second Saturday of every month, the men from Wheaton Academy meet to pray for our community and hear from one of our faculty/staff members. Please join us Saturday, March 12. We will hear from WA vocal music teacher, Joel Visker. Light refreshments are served.

Open House – Save the Date 
You are invited to join in the celebration of Luz Vergara’s 90th Birthday! Luz is our resident prayer warrior. Please mark your calendar for Saturday, April 9. Stop by the Atrium between 12:00 – 3:00 p.m. for cake & refreshments!

General News

Summer Academy Registration
Summer Academy registration has opened. Summer Academy is June 13-July1. The deadline to register is May 1. Click here to register. Questions – email Angie Roberts, aroberts@wheatonacademy.org.

Senior Ads for Yearbook Deadline – Tomorrow!
Parents – A reminder that if you want to purchase a senior yearbook ad for your student, they are due tomorrow. If you order a senior ad, you do not need to order a yearbook through the Jostens website as that fee is included in the $150. The deadline for the ads is tomorrow, March 12. Ads can be sent to yearbook@wheatonacademy.org. A check payable to Wheaton Academy may be sent to the attention of Jim Holtrop in the front office. You may click here for an example of the ad size and layout. The yearbook staff will gladly design the ad for you if you send in the photo images and the message you would like included.

2021-2022 Yearbook
It is time to order the 2021-2022 yearbook!  The cost is $25.00 per book. Please click here to place your order. Yearbooks are only available through the Jostens website. If you are placing a senior ad for your graduating senior you DO NOT have to order one, it is included in the ad cost.

WA Appreciation Team
Our team is made of a group of parents who desire to encourage, bless, and appreciate our faculty and staff at two specific times during the year. During finals week in December and again with an Appreciation Luncheon in April to honor and thank everyone for a fantastic school year. It is only possible to provide these wonderful events on behalf of all families because of your generous gifts. We ask for sponsorship in the Fall for the Christmas event and in late Winter/early Spring for the Appreciation Luncheon. Thank you to the families who helped make December’s event possible.

We are now preparing and planning for the Spring Appreciation Luncheon. Might you consider sponsoring a Faculty/Staff member for the Appreciation Luncheon on April 22nd? Click here to sponsor and learn more details.

Host an International Student in Your Home
Our international team is preparing for the fall of 2022 now. Have you ever wondered what it would be like to host an international student in your home? We currently have 43 students from seven different countries living with 20 host families. We are looking for a few more families for the fall. If you are interested in finding out more about this unique opportunity, please email Julie Grant, International Host Family and Student Coordinator, at jgrant@wheatonacademy.org.

Wheaton Academy is Hiring!

• Full-Time Executive Assistant to the Head of School
• Full-Time Marketing Specialist
• Part-Time Substitute Teacher Coordinator and Operations Assistant
• Part-time Development Special Projects and Database Coordinator
• Part-Time Food Truck Manager

Contact Human Resources or refer to the employment opportunities page of the website for more details.

College Corner

Christian College Fair
Monday, March 14, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Commons
Register:  Scan the bar code and register in advance by clicking here.
Who:  Over 30 different Christian colleges from around the country

School-Wide Test Day
Wednesday, April 13
8:00 a.m. – Please note the change of start-time on this Wednesday
Please mark your calendars for Wednesday, April 13. All juniors will take the SAT with essay, due to this being a requirement for the state of Illinois. Please see this link for more details about why we are taking the test with essay and how to prepare for the essay portion of the test. All sophomore students will take the PSAT 10. Freshmen will take the PSAT 8/9. For detailed information about the schedule for that day please click here. Please feel free to email Gina Churchill at gchurchill@wheatonacademy.org with questions.

Athletics

Wheaton Academy to Join New Conference in 2023-24
Wheaton Academy will be leaving the Metro Suburban Conference (MSC) in 2023-24. Current conference members announced they leaving the MSC for the Chicago Catholic League (CCL) after next year and we felt it was the right time to join together with other faith-based schools to form a new conference that better aligns with our mission. Beginning in the 2023-24 school year, we will be joining the newly formed Chicagoland Christian Conference (CCC). The conference will be home to nine total schools (eight for football):  Aurora Christian, Bishop McNamara, Chicago Christian, Chicago Hope Academy, Christ the King, Marian Central Catholic, St. Edward, Timothy Christian, and Wheaton Academy. The conference members will compete in over 20 IHSA sports and activities. We are extremely excited to maintain many long-standing rivalries and look forward to creating new matchups within the new conference.  The CCC will bring together faith-based schools from six counties around the Chicagoland area.  It will promote a balanced and competitive environment while placing a special emphasis on building the whole individual in mind, body, and spirit in glory to God.

For the 2022-23 school year the MSC will remain intact with the exception of Rosary, who will be joining the Greater Chicagoland Athletic Conference (GCAC). We look forward to finishing our last year as a member of the MSC but couldn’t be more excited for our participation in the Chicagoland Christian Conference for many years to come.

Upcoming Events

SPRING MUSICAL Information
There are two performances left to see our 2022 Spring Musical, The Mystery of Edwin Drood. The final performances are Friday, March 4, and Saturday, March 5

All performances begin at 7:00 p.m. and include a dessert intermission. Seating is reserved and tickets are on sale. You may purchase them online through our Eventbrite platform. Please visit www.wheatonacademy.org/fine-arts/theatre/edwindrood to select the specific performance dates you want to attend.

WA Women’s Prayer
How can we pray for you & your family? Please let us know. Prayer can make a profound difference in our world. You are invited to a time of prayer together this Thursday evening, March 10 at 7:00 p.m. in the home of a fellow WA parent. Daytime prayer dates are March 15 & 22. Join us between 1:30 and 3:00 p.m. to pray in Luz’s apartment on campus. Connect with Mary Miller at marym996.mac@mac.com for details, questions or prayer requests.

WA Men’s Prayer
Saturday, March 12
8:00-9:00 a.m.
White Alumni Chapel
On the second Saturday of every month, the men from Wheaton Academy meet to pray for our community and hear from one of our faculty/staff members. Please join us Saturday, March 12. We will hear from WA vocal music teacher, Joel Visker. Light refreshments are served.

General News

Wheaton Academy to Join New Conference in 2023-24
Wheaton Academy will be leaving the Metro Suburban Conference (MSC) in 2023-24. Current conference members announced they leaving the MSC for the Chicago Catholic League (CCL) after next year and we felt it was the right time to join together with other faith-based schools to form a new conference that better aligns with our mission. Beginning in the 2023-24 school year, we will be joining the newly formed Chicagoland Christian Conference (CCC). The conference will be home to nine total schools (eight for football):  Aurora Christian, Bishop McNamara, Chicago Christian, Chicago Hope Academy, Christ the King, Marian Central Catholic, St. Edward, Timothy Christian, and Wheaton Academy. The conference members will compete in over 20 IHSA sports and activities. We are extremely excited to maintain many long-standing rivalries and look forward to creating new matchups within the new conference.  The CCC will bring together faith-based schools from six counties around the Chicagoland area.  It will promote a balanced and competitive environment while placing a special emphasis on building the whole individual in mind, body, and spirit in glory to God.

For the 2022-23 school year the MSC will remain intact with the exception of Rosary, who will be joining the Greater Chicagoland Athletic Conference (GCAC). We look forward to finishing our last year as a member of the MSC but couldn’t be more excited for our participation in the Chicagoland Christian Conference for many years to come.

Summer Academy Registration
Summer Academy registration has opened. Summer Academy is June 13-July1. The deadline to register is May 1. Click here to register. Questions – email Angie Roberts, aroberts@wheatonacademy.org.

Vice Principal/Dean of Students Update
We want to let our school community know that Ms. Carwell has taken a leave of absence through Spring Break and will return on April 4.  Until then, if you need assistance, please contact  Vice Principal,  Brad Thornton.

WA Appreciation Team
Our team is made of a group of parents who desire to encourage, bless, and appreciate our faculty and staff at two specific times during the year. During finals week in December and again with an Appreciation Luncheon in April to honor and thank everyone for a fantastic school year. It is only possible to provide these wonderful events on behalf of all families because of your generous gifts. We ask for sponsorship in the Fall for the Christmas event and in late Winter/early Spring for the Appreciation Luncheon. Thank you to the families who helped make December’s event possible.

We are now preparing and planning for the Spring Appreciation Luncheon. Might you consider sponsoring a Faculty/Staff member for the Appreciation Luncheon on April 22nd? Click here to sponsor and learn more details.

Host an International Student in Your Home
Our international team is preparing for the fall of 2022 now. Have you ever wondered what it would be like to host an international student in your home? We currently have 43 students from seven different countries living with 20 host families. We are looking for a few more families for the fall. If you are interested in finding out more about this unique opportunity, please email Julie Grant, International Host Family and Student Coordinator, at jgrant@wheatonacademy.org.

New Magus Health App
Hello from the Nurse’s Office!  I wanted to let you all know that there has been an update to the Magnus app.  The new app is called Magnus Health.  It is available to download on both Apple and Android phones.  It will allow easier access to multiple children and ease in uploading any forms that are required.  Your login and passwords will stay the same.  Let me know if you have any other questions at jsezonov@wheatonacademy.org.

2021-2022 Yearbook
It is time to order the 2021-2022 yearbook!  The cost is $25.00 per book. Please click here to place your order. Yearbooks are only available through the Jostens website. If you are placing a senior ad for your graduating senior you DO NOT have to order one, it is included in the ad cost.

Wheaton Academy is hiring!

• Full-Time Staff Accountant
• Full-Time Marketing Specialist
• Full-Time HVAC Technician 
• Part-Time Substitute Teacher Coordinator and Operations Assistant
• Part-time Development Special Projects and Database Coordinator
• Part-Time Food Truck Manager

Contact Human Resources or refer to the employment opportunities page of the website for more details.

College Corner

Christian College Fair
When: Monday, March 14, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Where: Commons
Register:  Scan the bar code and register in advance by clicking here.
Who:  Over 30 different Christian colleges from around the country

School-Wide Test Day
Please mark your calendars for Wednesday, April 13. All juniors will take the SAT with essay, due to this being a requirement for the state of Illinois. Please see this link for more details about why we are taking the test with essay and how to prepare for the essay portion of the test. All sophomore students will take the PSAT 10. Freshmen will take the PSAT 8/9. More details about the schedule for that day will be coming soon. Please feel free to email Gina Churchill at gchurchill@wheatonacademy.org with questions.

Upcoming Events

Modified Bell Schedules Next Week
Please note the following bell schedule changes for next week:
Wednesday, March 2 (70-minute class periods)
9:00 – 10:10    Period 1
10:20 – 10:45  Advisory Groups (25 min)
10:50 – 12:00  Period 2
12:00 – 12:35   Lunch (35 min)
12:35 – 1:45     Period 3
1:50-3:00        Period 4

Thursday, March 3 (65-minute class periods)
8:00 – 9:05     Period 5
9:10 – 10:15      Period 6
10:20 – 11:25    Period 7
11:25 – 12:00    Lunch
12:00               Student Musical Performance

Friday, March 4
Off-Campus Learning Day
County-wide Inservice Day

SPRING MUSICAL Information
We are excited to invite you to our 2022 Spring Musical!  Academy Theatre is proud to present The Mystery of Edwin Drood. The performances are scheduled as follows:

Friday, February 25
Saturday, February 26
Thursday, March 3
Friday, March 4
Saturday, March 5

All performances begin at 7:00 p.m. and include a dessert intermission. Seating is reserved and tickets are on sale. You may purchase them online through our Eventbrite platform. Please visit www.wheatonacademy.org/fine-arts/theatre/edwindrood to select the specific performance dates you want to attend.

WA Women’s Prayer
Do you have a Junior at WA? We will finish praying for the junior class by name, this Tuesday, March 1. Join us between 1:30 and 3:00 p.m. to pray in Luz’s apartment on campus.

Other upcoming dates are Tuesdays, March 8, 15, & 22. You are also invited to join an evening prayer time on March 10. Connect with Mary Miller at marym996.mac@mac.com for details, questions or prayer requests.

General News

Preparing for the 2022-2023 school year: Returning Student Class Registration and Re-Enrollment Deposit 
All parents of current freshmen, sophomores, and juniors need to complete two important steps to prepare for the next school year:

• Pay a $175 re-enrollment deposit through OnCampus by February 28
• Sign up and attend a class registration meeting after reviewing your student’s course recommendations. This year, we are hosting these Registrations Nights on February 28 and March 7, with select afternoon times on March 1-4.

Please review all of the instructions HERE for each of these important steps. Please reach out to Sheri Guarnizo (sguarnizo@wheatonacademy.org) regarding billing or Angie Roberts (aroberts@wheatonacademy.org) regarding registration if you have any questions. 

WA Appreciation Team
Our team is made of a group of parents who desire to encourage, bless, and appreciate our faculty and staff at two specific times during the year. During finals week in December and again with an Appreciation Luncheon in April to honor and thank everyone for a fantastic school year. It is only possible to provide these wonderful events on behalf of all families because of your generous gifts. We ask for sponsorship in the Fall for the Christmas event and in late Winter/early Spring for the Appreciation Luncheon. Thank you to the families who helped make December’s event possible.

We are now preparing and planning for the Spring Appreciation Luncheon. Might you consider sponsoring a Faculty/Staff member for the Appreciation Luncheon on April 22nd? Click here to sponsor and learn more details.

New Magus Health App
Hello from the Nurse’s Office!  I wanted to let you all know that there has been an update to the Magnus app.  The new app is called Magnus Health.  It is available to download on both Apple and Android phones.  It will allow easier access to multiple children and ease in uploading any forms that are required.  Your login and passwords will stay the same.  Let me know if you have any other questions at jsezonov@wheatonacademy.org.

2021-2022 Yearbook
It is time to order the 2021-2022 yearbook!  The cost is $25.00 per book. Please click here to place your order. Yearbooks are only available through the Jostens website. If you are placing a senior ad for your graduating senior you DO NOT have to order one, it is included in the ad cost.

Wheaton Academy is hiring!

• Full-Time Staff Accountant
• Full-Time Marketing Specialist
• Full-Time HVAC Technician 
• Part-Time Substitute Teacher Coordinator and Operations Assistant
• Part-time Development Special Projects and Database Coordinator
• Part-Time Food Truck Manager

Contact Human Resources or refer to the employment opportunities page of the website for more details.

College Corner

Please mark your calendars for Wednesday, April 13. All juniors will take the SAT with essay, due to this being a requirement for the state of Illinois. Please see this link for more details about why we are taking the test with essay and how to prepare for the essay portion of the test. All sophomore students will take the PSAT 10. Freshmen will take the PSAT 8/9. More details about the schedule for that day will be coming soon. Please feel free to email Gina Churchill at gchurchill@wheatonacademy.org with questions.

Athletics

February 28, 2022, the spring sports programs begin in athletics! If your student is planning on participating in one of the spring sports teams (Baseball, Boys Tennis, Track and Field, Girls Soccer, Lacrosse, Softball, or Boys Volleyball), he/she must have a valid physical AND the Athletic Packet completed, and uploaded onto Magnus.  Please make sure this is complete, or your student will not be allowed to participate on February 28.  Thank you in advance for having these completed, and uploaded onto Magnus.  

Upcoming Events

February & March Modified Bell Schedules
During February and March, we will be operating many different bell schedules due to a variety of reasons. Please click here to see the changes. Please note there is no School on Monday, February 21 to observe President’s Day, and no late start on Wednesday, February 23 since it is a 7-period day. Classes will begin at 8:00 a.m.

SPRING MUSICAL Information
We are excited to invite you to our 2022 Spring Musical!  Academy Theatre is proud to present The Mystery of Edwin Drood. The performances are scheduled as follows:

Thursday, February 24
Friday, February 25
Saturday, February 26
Thursday, March 3
Friday, March 4
Saturday, March 5

All performances begin at 7:00 p.m. and include a dessert intermission. Seating is reserved and tickets are on sale. You may purchase them online through our Eventbrite platform. Please visit www.wheatonacademy.org/fine-arts/theatre/edwindrood to select the specific performance dates you want to attend.

WA Women’s Prayer
Upcoming dates are Tuesday, February 22, March 1, 8, 15. Stop by Luz’s apartment on campus between 1:30 and 3:00 p.m. to pray for our students & faculty/staff/WA community. You are also invited to join an evening prayer time on March 10. Connect with Mary Miller at marym996.mac@mac.com for details, questions or prayer requests.

General News

Preparing for the 2022-2023 school year: Returning Student Class Registration and Re-Enrollment Deposit 
All parents of current freshmen, sophomores, and juniors need to complete two important steps to prepare for the next school year:

• Pay a $175 re-enrollment deposit through OnCampus by February 28
• Sign up and attend a class registration meeting after reviewing your student’s course recommendations. This year, we are hosting these Registrations Nights on February 28 and March 7, with select afternoon times on March 1-4.

Please review all of the instructions HERE for each of these important steps. Please reach out to Sheri Guarnizo (sguarnizo@wheatonacademy.org) regarding billing or Angie Roberts (aroberts@wheatonacademy.org) regarding registration if you have any questions. 

You Are Needed!
We would love to have our dessert intermission for the musical return this year, however, without additional support, it may not happen.  Our intermission is such a great time for community fellowship and loved by everyone, so please consider helping out.  The dates are February 24, 25, & 26, and March 3, 4, & 5. We NEED about 12 people per show to make three dozen large cookies each. We also need volunteers to donate four pounds of grapes per show.  So, if you would like to bake your favorite cookie (your choice) or drop off grapes, please contact Jim Holtrop. Thanks for helping to make this event happen!

Jostens Ring Service Visit
On Wednesday, February 23, representatives from Jostens will be in the Atrium during lunch to service class rings. If your student ordered a class ring this year, he/she will also be able to pick up the backpack gift at this time.

WA Appreciation Team
Our team is made of a group of parents who desire to encourage, bless, and appreciate our faculty and staff at two specific times during the year. During finals week in December and again with an Appreciation Luncheon in April to honor and thank everyone for a fantastic school year. It is only possible to provide these wonderful events on behalf of all families because of your generous gifts. We ask for sponsorship in the Fall for the Christmas event and in late Winter/early Spring for the Appreciation Luncheon. Thank you to the families who helped make December’s event possible.

We are now preparing and planning for the Spring Appreciation Luncheon. Might you consider sponsoring a Faculty/Staff member for the Appreciation Luncheon on April 22nd? Click here to sponsor and learn more details.

2021-2022 Yearbook
It is time to order the 2021-2022 yearbook!  The cost is $25.00 per book. Please click here to place your order. Yearbooks are only available through the Jostens website. If you are placing a senior ad for your graduating senior you DO NOT have to order one, it is included in the ad cost.

Wheaton Academy is hiring!

• Full-Time Staff Accountant
• Full-Time Marketing Specialist
• Full-Time HVAC Technician 
• Part-Time Substitute Teacher Coordinator and Operations Assistant
• Part-time Development Special Projects and Database Coordinator
• Part-Time Food Truck Manager

Contact Human Resources or refer to the employment opportunities page of the website for more details.

Athletics

February 28, 2022, the spring sports programs begin in athletics! If your student is planning on participating in one of the spring sports teams (Baseball, Boys Tennis, Track and Field, Girls Soccer, Lacrosse, Softball, or Boys Volleyball), he/she must have a valid physical AND the Athletic Packet completed, and uploaded onto Magnus.  Please make sure this is complete, or your student will not be allowed to participate on February 28.  Thank you in advance for having these completed, and uploaded onto Magnus.  

Upcoming Events

February & March Modified Bell Schedules
During February and March, we will be operating many different bell schedules due to a variety of reasons. Please click here to see the changes.

WA Men’s Prayer
Saturday, February 12
8:00-9:00 a.m.
White Alumni Chapel
On the second Saturday of every month, the men from Wheaton Academy meet to pray for our community and hear from one of our faculty/staff members. Please join us Saturday, February 12. We will hear from WA Science Department Head and teacher, Luke Regan. Light refreshments are served.

SPRING MUSICAL Information
We are excited to invite you to our 2022 Spring Musical!  Academy Theatre is proud to present The Mystery of Edwin Drood. The performances are scheduled as follows:

Thursday, February 24
Friday, February 25
Saturday, February 26
Thursday, March 3
Friday, March 4
Saturday, March 5

All performances begin at 7:00 p.m. and include a dessert intermission. Seating is reserved and tickets will go on sale to the general public at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, February 17. All tickets sales are online and can be purchased through our Eventbrite platform. Please visit www.wheatonacademy.org/fine-arts/theatre/edwindrood to select the specific performance dates you want to attend.

General News

Spiritual Life Week Offering
An important part of Spiritual Life Week is the offering held during the final chapel of the week. The offering is taken and is used to support the 23 children that Wheaton Academy sponsors through Kids Alive International in Haiti and the Dominican Republic.  An offering was collected in chapel today. Students or families may also give online by using this link through Friday evening. If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Gregersen.

Course Registration for Returning Students
On Monday, February 28, and Monday, March 7, we will host the Returning Student Registration Night.  Like last year, we are inviting students and parents to meet with a Wheaton Academy faculty or staff member for 20 minutes to register for classes for the 2021-22 school year.  In addition to registering for classes, students and parents will be able to have questions answered regarding the school’s suggestions for class registration.  This night’s purpose is to ensure that students and parents feel confident with the class choices being made for the upcoming 2022-2023 school year and ensure that students maximize the many opportunities for learning at Wheaton Academy.

On Wednesday, February 16, returning students will receive a presentation during advisory to hear about curricular updates and receive their course recommendations.  At that point, students will bring their recommended schedules home for review with their parents. This registration sheet should be brought to Registration Night to help guide the conversation with a Wheaton Academy faculty or staff member.

Time slots for registration on Monday, February 28 and Monday, March 7 will go from 1:00 – 9:00 p.m. We have also opened up some additional time slots in the afternoons of March 1, 2, 3, and 4.  Please sign up for registration by using the following links:

Monday, February 28
Tuesday, March 1 – Friday, March 4
Monday, March 7

If you are unable to make any of the times offered, you can schedule a time to meet with Angie Roberts, the school registrar, by emailing her at aroberts@wheatonacademy.org

Second Semester Kingdom Community Parent Meetings
All Wheaton Academy parents are invited to our Kingdom Community parent meetings. Partnership with parents is foundational in our community and these meetings provide an opportunity to learn from God’s Word, hear from each other, and pray for our students. We will meet in the library from 7:00-8:00 p.m. on the following dates:

Wednesday, February 16
Wednesday, March 16
Wednesday, April 20
Wednesday, June 8

Please contact Brian Hogan (bhogan@wheatonacademy.org) if you have questions.

You Are Needed!
We would love to have our dessert intermission for the musical return this year, however, without additional support, it may not happen.  Our intermission is such a great time for community fellowship and loved by everyone, so please consider helping out.  The dates are February 24, 25, & 26, and March 3, 4, & 5. We NEED about 12 people per show to make three dozen large cookies each. We also need volunteers to donate four pounds of grapes per show.  So, if you would like to bake your favorite cookie (your choice) or drop off grapes, please contact Jim Holtrop. Thanks for helping to make this event happen!

Jostens Ring Service Visit
On Wednesday, February 23, representatives from Jostens will be in the Atrium during lunch to service class rings. If your student ordered a class ring this year, he/she will also be able to pick up the backpack gift at this time.

Youth Summer Camps hosted at Wheaton Academy
As we prepare for Summer 2022, we invite families in our community to join the youth summer camps hosted on our campus. Click here to review the camps and register for more information.

2021-2022 Yearbook
It is time to order the 2021-2022 yearbook!  The cost is $25.00 per book. Please click here to place your order. Yearbooks are only available through the Jostens website. If you are placing a senior ad for your graduating senior you DO NOT have to order one, it is included in the ad cost.

Timeshares for Teachers
We invite you to support our Living Curriculum Teachers through the Timeshare for Teachers program. Your generosity blesses many faculty and staff with a much-deserved vacation at little or no cost to them. To learn more visit Timeshares for Teachers – Wheaton Academy. It is our hope that we can continue or begin a partnership with you to provide the use of a privately owned vacation home, vacation package, or airline miles for use during 2022.

Click on the link below if you would like to participate in Timeshare for Teachers: Timeshare for Teachers Participation

Wheaton Academy is hiring!

• Full-Time Staff Accountant
• Full-Time Marketing Specialist
• Full-Time HVAC Technician 
• Part-Time Substitute Teacher Coordinator and Operations Assistant
• Part-time Development Special Projects and Database Coordinator
• Part-Time Food Truck Manager

Contact Human Resources or refer to the employment opportunities page of the website for more details.

Athletics

February 28, 2022, the spring sports programs begin in athletics! If your student is planning on participating in one of the spring sports teams (Baseball, Boys Tennis, Track and Field, Girls Soccer, Lacrosse, Softball, or Boys Volleyball), he/she must have a valid physical AND the Athletic Packet completed, and uploaded onto Magnus.  Please make sure this is complete, or your student will not be allowed to participate on February 28.  Thank you in advance for having these completed, and uploaded onto Magnus.