August 6, 2021

Upcoming Events

New Student Surface Pro Pickup
Begins August 11
Front Office
Parents of Freshmen and new transfer students, sometime on or after Wednesday, August 11, please stop by the Wheaton Academy front desk to pick up your student’s Surface Pro 6 laptop and account information. Please show a photo ID to help us validate who picks up the Surface. Detailed setup instructions can be found at wheatonacademy.org/surface. Please note that accounts will not be operational until August 11.

Transfer Student Orientation
Thursday, August 12
12:00 – 2:30 p.m.
We invite all sophomore, junior, and senior transfer students to an orientation on Thursday, August 12, from 12:00-2:30 p.m. During our time together, your students will meet classmates, hear about school culture and first-day logistics, and receive a personal campus tour walking their schedule. Your students will also have the opportunity to pick up their Surface Pro tablets. Food will be provided—please complete this RSVP form by August 9th as we prepare to host your student. Please note: This orientation is in addition to the Sophomore and Junior Retreats on August 15-16.

New Parent Night
Thursday, August 12
6:45-8:45 p.m.
We look forward to hosting new parents at our New Parent Night on Thursday, August 12, from 6:45-8:45 p.m. This night is designed for you as parents to meet fellow Wheaton Academy parents, hear from our school leadership, and ask questions about your student’s start of school.

The night will highlight and include:
– An opportunity to meet with other Wheaton Academy parents, including a time to ask questions of our Parent Ambassador team, while enjoying coffee and dessert
– Our commitment as a school to you as parents as we begin our partnership
– Logistics needed for the first day of school
– Excerpts from the Student Handbook regarding attendance, dress code, and other practical tips
– COVID guidelines and updated school procedures

Please complete this RSVP form by August 9th as we prepare to host you. We ask only parents attend this event—we will have other orientation opportunities for your students.

NOTE: ALL freshman and transfer parents are welcome to attend this night, even if you have previously enrolled a student at Wheaton Academy.

Sophomore and Junior Retreats
August 15-16
Welcome back, Sophomores and Juniors! We are so excited that in just over a week we are heading to Lake Geneva, Wisconsin for our overnight retreats from Sunday, August 15 – Monday, August 16. For Sophomores, we will meet at school at 2:00 p.m. in the Fieldhouse Courts, with a luggage drop-off in the Fieldhouse circle. Juniors will meet by the FAC lawn at 2:30 p.m., with a luggage drop-off in the front circle by the Atrium. Both classes will return to WA’s campus around 5 pm on Monday, August 16.

IMPORTANT, time-sensitive materials needed! In order to attend the retreats, each student needs to fill out and submit TWO forms. All students need to have our school’s “Acknowledgement of Risks” form digitally signed as well as this waiver submitted for the camp. Please fill out and return this waiver to the front office or email a signed copy to JHoltrop@wheatonacademy.org by Friday, August 13.

Information including a detailed itinerary, packing list, and bus assignments will be available to view here on the website in the next few days. Please keep your eyes peeled!

We look forward to seeing everyone very soon as we believe this time will be a great kick-off for the new school year!

Freshman Launch
Tuesday, August 17
11:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
We are excited to host your freshman student on campus for LAUNCH on August 17. This day is designed to help your freshman student start well at Wheaton Academy as we discuss details for the first day of school, jump-start their mentorship with Project IX seniors, and establish friendships with their peers. Magnus health accounts need to be updated in order for students to participate. Freshmen may pick up their books either before or after this event in the Commons.

Book Bundle Pick-Up
Monday, August 16, from 3:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Tuesday, August 17, from 11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Commons
Books may be picked up for families who rented the textbook bundle on Monday and Tuesday, August 16 & 17. Please note your student will receive the English and Bible books during class within the first week of school. Books from these two subjects are yours to keep at the end of the year. We ask that the following grades come at these times:

Monday, August 16 from 3:30 – 7:30 p.m. – Sophomores and Juniors (pick up after retreat)
Tuesday, August 17 from 11:00 – 6:00 p.m. – Seniors (pick up from 11:00-4:00) and Freshmen (pick up before or after retreat).

If your student can’t make the assigned time slot, they are welcome to come during either of these times on these days. Please contact Jenn Trott with any questions.

**Student schedules are posted in OnCampus, but a hard copy will be available at this time if desired.

General News

2021-2022 Bell Schedule
To view the 2021-2022 Bell Schedule, please click here. We return to 7-period days on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Fridays. Block days are Wednesdays and Thursdays, with late-start returning to Wednesdays.

First Week of School Bell Schedule
We will have 7-period days for the first three days of school. The schedules are as follows:

Wednesday, August 18
8:00 – 8:40                   1^st Period
8:46 – 9:16                   Welcome Assembly (30 minutes)
9:22 – 10:02                 2^nd Period
10:08 – 10:48               3^rd Period
10:54 – 11:34               4^th Period
11:34 – 12:08               Lunch (34 minutes)
12:14 – 12:54               5^th Period
1:00 – 1:40                   6^th Period
1:46 – 2:14                   Advisory (28 minutes)
2:20 – 3:00                   7^th Period

Thursday, August 19
8:00 – 8:44                   1^st Period
8:50 – 9:34                   2^nd Period
9:40 – 10:24                 3^rd Period
10:30 – 11:08               Assembly (37 minutes)
11:14 – 11:58               4^th Period
11:58– 12:31                Lunch
12:36 – 1:20                 5^th Period
1:26 – 2:10                   6^th Period
2:16 – 3:00                   7^th Period

Friday, August 20
8:00 – 8:40                   1^st Period
8:46 – 9:19                   Chapel (33 minutes)
9:25 – 10:05                 2^nd Period
10:11 – 10:51               3^rd Period
10:57 – 11:37               4^th Period
11:37 – 12:11               Lunch (34 minutes)
12:17 – 12:57               5^th Period
1:03 – 1:43                   6^th Period
1:51 – 2:14                   School Launch Celebration (23 minutes)
2:20 – 3:00                   7^th Period

August Calendar at a Glance
The 2021-2022 school year is upon us! In addition to centralizing some of our school calendars, we included some calendar highlights of major school events in August to this page. While you have already received information about each of these events individually, here is the information consolidated for your planning purposes. Thank you for adding the appropriate and applicable dates and times to your calendar, and for submitting your RSVP when necessary.

Welcome Back Volunteers
We missed our parent volunteers last year and our looking forward to partnering with you again! Please click here for the volunteer opportunities sign-up. You can send it to the front office or email it back to Jim Holtrop. Thanks for helping make this new school year successful.

Senior Trip Payment Reminder
The deadline to sign-up for the Senior trip and the first payment of $550 is Friday, August 27. Please send a check made payable to Wheaton Academy to the attention of Jim Holtrop, and register with Joshua Expeditions at joshuaexpeditions.org. Find the Traveler Application under the MY TRAVEL dropdown. When you register, use the Expedition Number X129. Please do not make payments to Joshua Expeditions.

Will You Partner with us in our Mission?
Did you know that Wheaton Academy provides over $2M in financial assistance to over one-third of Academy students each year? This would not be possible, however, without the generosity of our faithful supporters. Would you prayerfully consider a financial gift today? Your gift on behalf of our mission directly impacts our students as they are molded and shaped into young men and women who understand every discipline in light of the truth of the Gospel. Thank you for partnering with us in our mission as the Lord leads you. Click here to provide a gift.

Guitar Lessons
If your son or daughter is interested in taking guitar lessons at Wheaton Academy after school, please click here for more information or contact Evan Jasper at ejasper@wheatonacademy.org or 630-520-1478.

OnCampus Login Changes
Parents, on July 8, your OnCampus login was changed to be more secure. You should have received an email from wheatonacademy@myschoolapp.com with an invitation to create a Blackbaud ID. Please follow those directions. OnCampus remains the same; it is only your login password that will need to be reset. If you encounter difficulties or need the invitation re-sent, please contact Bob Vishanoff bobvishanoff@wheatonacademy.org.

Book Lists for Families who OPTED-OUT
If you chose to OPT-OUT of Wheaton Academy purchasing your book order for you, and plan to rent/buy your own books, the book lists for courses are available on our website. You will need to go to Families and click on the eCampus Bookstore link. Once you get to the bookstore, choose the ORDER NOW box and search for your student’s course names to see which books are needed for your student’s schedule. You do not need to rent/buy the books from eCampus. However, this is the location where you will find the books for each course. Important Note: You need to rent/purchase all books listed even if they are listed as Optional. The Optional reference is an internal note for the book company, not for our families to think the books are optional. Please contact Jenn Trott if you have questions.

Athletics

All Fall sports will begin on Monday, August 9, 2021. As in the past, all athletes must have a new physical and the athletic packet completed and uploaded onto Magnus in order to participate on the first day of tryouts. You can log in to Magnus through your OnCampus account. Once you are in Magnus, you will also find a printable Athletic Packet form on this site to print, complete and upload.

If you have any questions feel free to contact Dawn Hamm in the Athletic Department at 630-562-7565.

July 29, 2021

Upcoming Events

Business & Innovation Program Volunteer Kick-Off Event
Wednesday, August 4
6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Library
A recent Gallup poll suggests that many students in the U.S have entrepreneurial aspirations. 77% of students in grades 5-12 say they want to be their own boss, 45% say they plan to start their own business, and 42% say they will invent something that changes the world. At Wheaton Academy, we are preparing Christian leaders to have this type of impact.

We need your help! As a coach, subject matter expert, mentor, or Intern Host, you can make a difference by sharing your expertise and partnering with us to bring real-world business experience and a biblical worldview to our students as they explore. Please mark your calendars for a Business & Innovation Program Volunteer Kick-Off Event in the Library on Wednesday, August 4, from 6:00-8:00 p.m.

We are excited to develop the Christian business leaders of the future and hope you will partner with us. Please feel free to reach out to pstrzalka@wheatonacademy.org should you have any questions at any time.

Sophomore and Junior Retreats
August 15-16
As we look ahead to the 2021-2022 school year, we are so excited to offer the opportunity for Sophomore and Junior students to gather as a class before the academic year begins. Wheaton Academy is hosting an overnight retreat in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin, from Sunday, August 15 – Monday, August 16 for both the Sophomore and Junior classes. This retreat is designed to help students build community with one another, hear from Faculty members, and participate in fun recreational activities to prepare for the new school year and bond as a class. Please click on your class link below to find out more information and RSVP to ensure your spot! After your fill out the registration form, be sure to click the link to pay the $30 registration fee.

Sophomores: Information and Sign Up
Juniors: Information and Sign Up

Freshman Launch
Tuesday, August 17
We are excited to host your freshman student on campus for LAUNCH on August 17 from 11:30 to 5:30 pm. This day is designed to help your freshman student start well at Wheaton Academy as we discuss details for the first day of school, jump-start their mentorship with Project IX seniors, and establish friendships with their peers. Freshmen may pick up their books either before or after this event in the Commons. For more information and sign-up, click here.

General News

First Week of School Bell Schedule
We will have 7-period days for the first three days of school. The schedules are as follows:

Friday, August 20
8:00 – 8:40                   1^st Period
8:46 – 9:19                   Chapel (33 minutes)
9:25 – 10:05                 2^nd Period
10:11 – 10:51               3^rd Period
10:57 – 11:37               4^th Period
11:37 – 12:11               Lunch (34 minutes)
12:17 – 12:57               5^th Period
1:03 – 1:43                   6^th Period
1:51 – 2:31                   7th Period
2:31 – 3:00                  School Launch Celebration

Fall Schedule Changes
The deadline for schedule changes is August 4. Student Services will not make any more schedule changes until after the first day of school, and those changes will be limited. Contact Angie Roberts in Student Services to make any changes or work out conflicts.

Athletics

Fall Sports
We are excited to have sports being played again and look forward to the upcoming fall sports season! As we look ahead, we want to give you information about the upcoming Fall Sports seasons:

Athletics

First Day Of Tryouts– All Fall sports will begin on Monday, August 9, 2021.

As in the past, all athletes must have a new physical and the athletic packet completed and uploaded onto Magnus in order to participate on the first day of tryouts. You can log in to Magnus through your OnCampus account. Once you are in Magnus, you will also find a printable Athletic Packet form on this site to print, complete and upload.

If you have any questions feel free to contact Dawn Hamm in the Athletic Department at 630-562-7565.

July 15, 2021

Upcoming Events

Sophomores: Information and Sign Up
Juniors: Information and Sign Up

General News

Book Rentals for 2021-2022 – Textbook Acquisition Form in Magnus
For the 2021-2022 school year, each family will be required to indicate whether they wish to OPT-IN to ALL ACCESS and have Wheaton Academy place the book rental orders for them or OPT-OUT and purchase/rent all books on their own. This Textbook Acquisition Form is located with all the other Back-to-School forms in Magnus. The textbook form needs to be completed by July 26, 2021. Your family will automatically be placed in the OPT-IN category if the form is not completed by July 26, and your Smart Tuition account will be billed in September. You must complete the form for each student who is enrolled. Please contact Jenn Trott with any questions.

Book Lists for Families who OPT-OUT
If you choose to OPT-OUT of Wheaton Academy purchasing your book order for you and plan to rent/buy your own books, the book lists for courses are available on our website. You will need to click on the eCampus Bookstore link. Once you get to the bookstore, go to the Sign-in button under My Account. Your login is your student’s wascholar email (i.e., firstname.lastname@wascholar.org), and you will need to click “forgot my password” to begin. You may then search for course names to see which books are needed for your student’s schedule. You do not need to rent/buy the books from eCampus. However, this is the location where you will find the books for each course. Please remember to complete the Textbook Acquisition Form by July 26, 2021, to avoid being charged a second time for books. Important Note: You need to rent/purchase all books listed even if they are listed as Optional. The Optional reference is an internal note for the book company, not for our families to think the books are optional. Please contact Jenn Trott if you have questions.

OnCampus Login Changes Coming July 8
Parents, on July 8, you should have received an email from wheatonacademy@myschoolapp.com to change your OnCampus login. The email provides an invitation to create a Blackbaud ID, or you will be prompted to re-register at your next login attempt. OnCampus remains the same; it is only your login password that will need to be reset.

WA Service Team 2021-2022 Sign-Ups
Click here to see the service opportunities available and click here to sign-up!

College Corner

ACT Class
Is your student planning on taking the September 11 ACT? The Wheaton Academy Tutoring Center offers a small group class that leads right up to September 11, with a special “Night Before” review on September 10. We will cover tips and strategies for all areas of the ACT and go over effective ways to practice at home. There will be homework between each class.
Cost: $410 (materials provided)
Place: Wheaton Academy
Dates: Tuesdays (6:00-8:00 p.m.) August 10, 17, 24, 31, September 7, and a special “Night Before” review on Friday, September 10.

Spots are limited, so don’t delay! (Your payment is your registration.) Register at wa-tutoring.org/payments.

Athletics

Corporate Sponsors
The Wheaton Academy Athletic Department is now looking for corporate sponsors. We have four packages as well as a build-your-own package. To learn more about how this benefits both your company and Wheaton Academy Athletics, please email sid@wheatonacademy.org.

First Day Of Tryouts– All Fall sports will begin on Monday, August 9, 2021.

If you have any questions feel free to contact Dawn Hamm in the Athletic Department at 630-562-7565.

June 25, 2021

Upcoming Events

Wheaton Academy Summer Office Hours & Summer WA Weekly
June
Monday – Friday
7:45 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
July
Monday – Thursday
8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Fridays: All Offices Closed
Independence Day observed, Monday, July 5, offices closed.
The WA Weekly will be published on July 15 and July 29.

Kick-off for the NEW School Year!
For the 2021-2022 school year, we will have a kick-off for the Freshman, Sophomore, and Junior classes!

Incoming Freshmen will have a day called “Freshman Launch” on Tuesday, August 17. This event will be on the Wheaton Academy’s campus! Be sure to attend and receive all the details about the Freshman year experience! Keep an eye out for more details to come later this summer.

Sophomores and Juniors, mark your calendars for August 15-16! Each class will have its own retreat that Sunday-Monday in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin! This is going to be a fun and informational reboot for the new school year. More details to come at a later date. We hope you have a great summer and look forward to seeing you in August!

General News

OnCampus Login Changes Coming July 8
Parents, on July 8, your OnCampus login will be changing to be more secure. You will receive an email from wheatonacademy@myschoolapp.com with an invitation to create a Blackbaud ID, or you will be prompted to re-register at your next login attempt. OnCampus remains the same; it is only your login password that will need to be reset.

WA Service Team 2021-2022 Sign-Ups
Click here to see the service opportunities available and click here to sign-up!

College Corner

Spots are limited, so don’t delay! (Your payment is your registration.) Register at wa-tutoring.org/payments.

Athletics

First Day Of Tryouts– All Fall sports will begin on Monday, August 9, 2021.

If you have any questions feel free to contact Dawn Hamm in the Athletic Department at 630-562-7565.

June 18, 2021

Upcoming Events

Wheaton Academy Summer Office Hours
June
Monday – Friday
7:45 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
July
Monday – Thursday
8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Fridays: All Offices Closed

General News

Summer Academy Lunch
The lunch menu for Summer Academy will be available to view on Fridays. Please submit your order no later than the Thursday prior.

WA Service Team 2021-2022 Sign-Ups
Click here to see the service opportunities available and click here to sign-up!

College Corner

College Destinations
Click here to see where our 2021 graduates will be attending college.

ACT Class
Registration for the summer ACT Group Classes is now open! We will cover tips and strategies for all areas of the ACT and go over effective ways to practice at home. There will be homework between each class.

Cost: $410 (materials provided)
Place: Wheaton Academy
Dates:
•In preparation for the July 17 ACT Test:
Tuesdays (6:00-8:00 p.m.) June 15, 22, 29, July 6, 13, and a special “night before” review on Friday the 16^th.
•In preparation for the September 11 ACT Test:
Tuesdays (6:00-8:00 p.m.) August 10, 17, 24, 31, September 7, and a special “night before” review on Friday the 10^th.

Spots are limited, so don’t delay! (Your payment is your registration.) Register at wa-tutoring.org/payments.

Athletics

Exciting Weekend for Wheaton Academy Athletics
Girls soccer is currently playing in the semi-finals at Hoffman Estates. Check the Wheaton Academy Athletic website for details on game times for tomorrow – either 10:00 a.m. in Palatine or 2:00 p.m. in Hoffman Estates, depending on today’s results.

Boys Lacrosse will play tomorrow at 11:00 a.m. in the consolation game at Forest View Education Center in Arlington Heights.

Come on out and support our Wheaton Academy Warriors!
(Please note: there is a $5.00 IHSA tournament entry fee for events!)

Wheaton Academy Summer Camps
WA High School camps are now posted on our Wheaton Academy Athletic Website. From the Wheaton Academy Main page, click on the athletics page. On the far right tab, click on summer camps.

We have Youth Camps and High School Camps to choose from and offer a wide variety of sports. Please check the dates and times to work around your family vacations, and join us here at Wheaton Academy for some great coaching, activity, and fun!!

First Day Of Tryouts– All Fall sports will begin on Monday, August 9, 2021.

If you have any questions feel free to contact Dawn Hamm in the Athletic Department at 630-562-7565.

June 11, 2021

Upcoming Events

Wheaton Academy Summer Office Hours
June
Monday – Friday
7:45 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
July
Monday – Thursday
8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Fridays: All Offices Closed

General News

COVID-19 Case Update
Over the last week, we had no positive cases for COVID-19, and no one is currently in quarantine.

Face Masks for Summer Academy
To bring clarity to some confusion on masks/face coverings in Wheaton Academy buildings for Summer Academy, we recommend that while inside our buildings, families adhere to the current CDC guidelines that recommend face coverings for those not vaccinated. As we enter Phase 5 in Illinois this week, we will no longer be enforcing the indoor mask mandate, but desks will still be positioned 6 feet apart. We suggest that families make the choice they feel is currently best for their students when it comes to wearing a mask. Students should know that there may be times when masks are required in certain areas, and we would ask that they comply with this direction when it arises. Thank you again for your partnership.

Summer Academy Lunch
The lunch menu for Summer Academy will be available to view on Fridays. Please submit your order no later than the Thursday prior.

WA Service Team 2021-2022 Sign-Ups
Click here to see the service opportunities available and click here to sign-up!

College Corner

College Destinations
Click here to see where our 2021 graduates will be attending college.

Athletics

Exciting Day for Wheaton Academy Athletics
Today is a massive day for Wheaton Academy Athletics! Our athletes will be competing in the following three state tournaments:

Boys Tennis State Final – All Day at Hersey High School
Boys Lacrosse Sectional Final – 4:30 p.m. at Wheaton Academy on Performance Trust Field
Girls Soccer Sectional Final – 7:30 p.m. at Wheaton Academy on Performance Trust Field

Come on out and support our Wheaton Academy Warriors!
(Please note: there is a $5.00 IHSA tournament entry fee for events!)

Wheaton Academy Summer Camps
WA High School camps are now posted on our Wheaton Academy Athletics Website. From the Wheaton Academy Main page, click on the athletics page. On the far right tab, click on summer camps.

First Day Of Tryouts– All Fall sports will begin on Monday, August 9, 2021.

If you have any questions feel free to contact Dawn Hamm in the Athletic Department at 630-562-7565.

June 4, 2021

Upcoming Events

Baccalaureate
Saturday, June 5
7:00 p.m.(Gates open at 6:30)
Performance Trust Field
WA families are invited to celebrate what the Lord has done in the lives of our graduates and their families. We will pray for and commission our seniors as they start new chapters in their lives. Please join us for this night of worship and celebration!

Commencement
Sunday, June 6
3:00 p.m. (Gates open at 2:30)
Performance Trust Field
Thank you for your patience as we plan for a commencement service on campus in place of Wheaton College’s Edmund Chapel. In a previous communication, we had mentioned that each family would receive a minimum of four tickets. As we have reviewed current guidance in Illinois for gatherings, we no longer need to limit the number of guests for our ceremony. We will provide seating on Performance Trust Field for nearly 1500. If you do not get a seat on the field, there will be additional seating in the bleachers as well as room for guests to set up their own chairs outside of the stadium (viewing from a distance is possible thanks to our jumbotron). The gate will open at 2:30 p.m. for general admission seating.

Summer Academy
Summer Academy starts Wednesday, June 9. Teachers and room numbers will be posted in the Atrium and in Student Services on the first day. If you have not received any information regarding Summer Academy and had planned on your student taking summer classes, please contact Angie Roberts, aroberts@wheatonacademy.org, as soon as possible.

The lunch menu for Summer Academy will be available to view on Fridays. Please submit your order no later than the Thursday prior.

For more information about Summer Academy, click here.

General News

COVID-19 Case Update
Over the last week, we had three positive cases for COVID-19, and one person is currently in quarantine.

End of the Year Locker Cleanout
It is the responsibility of students to clean all books and personal belongings out of their lockers by Friday, June 4. Wheaton Academy will begin summer cleaning, including clearing out all lockers, on June 14. Any personal items remaining in lockers after that date will be discarded.

Last Chance to Purchase a Yearbook
If you haven’t bought the 2020-2021 yearbook, this is your last chance! They won’t be available to purchase after this week. The cost is $25, and you may purchase directly from Jostens.com.

WA Service Team 2021-2022 Sign-Ups
Click here to see the service opportunities available and click here to sign-up!

Winterim 2022
Parents – Here is a video with information on Winterim 2022 Trips! You may also click here for additional details.

These are our plans as they stand right now but know that with further guidance, plans may change. We will have final trip announcements at the end of August and want to give you this information now to begin planning and budgeting. The prices that are listed are subject to change. Thank you in advance for your patience and flexibility! Please don’t hesitate to reach out to Amy Heavey with any questions.

Athletics

First Day Of Tryouts– All Fall sports will begin on Monday, August 9, 2021.

As in the past, all athletes must have a new physical and the athletic packet completed and uploaded onto Magnus in order to participate on the first day of tryouts. Attached is the link to upload this information onto Magnus. You will also find a printable Athletic Packet form on this site to print, complete and upload. https://magnushealth.com

If you have any questions feel free to contact Dawn Hamm in the Athletic Department at 630-562-7565.

May 28, 2021

Upcoming Events

Disney’s High School Musical
Friday, May 28, at 6:00 p.m.
Saturday, May 29, at 12:00 p.m.
Saturday, May 29, at 6:00 p.m.
Come join us for our first-ever outdoor spring musical! The Academy Theatre is proud to present Disney’s High School Musical. Performances will be held in front of the Fine Arts Center, rain or shine. Tickets are available for online purchase on our website: www.wheatonacademy.org and follow the prompts for Disney’s High School Musical tickets.

Complete ticketing policies and guest guidelines in place for this event are available on our ticketing website. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact tickets@wheatonacademy.org. We look forward to seeing you at the show!

Final Exam Schedule
Monday, May 31 – Memorial Day, No School, Offices Closed

Tuesday, June 1
Period 1 final – 8:00-9:30 a.m.
Period 2 final – 9:45-11:15 a.m.

Wednesday, June 2
Period 3 final – 8:00-9:30 a.m.
Period 4 final – 9:45-11:15 a.m.

Thursday, June 3
Period 5 final – 8:00-9:30 a.m.
Period 6 final – 9:45-11:15 a.m.

Friday, June 4
Period 7 final – 8:00-9:30 a.m.

Book Bundle Rental Return
Thursday & Friday, June 3 & 4
7:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Commons
If you rented the book bundle this year, you will receive an email from Mrs. Trott with the list of books that need to be returned on the above dates. Please have your student return them on these days to avoid additional fees. Fees for books that have been lost may be paid for at this time through your pushcoin account. Please see Mrs. Trott with any questions.

Baccalaureate
Saturday, June 5
7:00 p.m. (Gates open at 6:30)
Performance Trust Field
WA families are invited to celebrate what the Lord has done in the lives of our graduates and their families. We will pray for and commission our seniors as they start new chapters in their lives. Please join us for this night of worship and celebration! See the commencement announcement for details regarding seating.

The lunch hour will be from 12:00 to 1:00pm each day for all classes. Both new and returning students will need to preorder lunch through PushCoin during Summer Academy if they would like a school lunch. The deadline for preordering lunches is the Thursday evening before the following week of school. Lunch price is $6.50. ORDER DEADLINE FOR FIRST WEEK OF SUMMER SCHOOL IS THURSDAY, JUNE 3 AT 9PM. NO SAME DAY PURCHASES WILL BE AVAILABLE.

New students will receive their PushCoin code to set up and fund their PushCoin account. Instructions regarding Pushcoin setup may be found here: https://families.wheatonacademy.org/food-services/pushcoin/

Students may also bring their own lunch.

General News

COVID-19 Case Update
Over the last week, we had four positive cases for COVID-19, and seven people are currently in quarantine.

Seniors News
Last week, a letter was emailed to seniors and their parents regarding details about the final week of school and graduation. Please click here to read it.

Seniors Surface Pro 6 Return Next Week:
Please help us ensure your senior student returns their Surface and accessories in time for us to reset them for incoming freshmen (please note, no personal data is retained). All seniors must return the Surface Pro 6, case, pen, charger, and keyboard to the Wheaton Academy I.T. department during the week of May 24, no later than 4:00 p.m. on Friday, May 28. Seniors who are taking final exams may return their devices the following week (June 1-4), no later than noon on Friday, June 4. All stickers (except the serial number barcode) must be completely removed.

Fees for damaged or missing Surfaces or Accessories (diplomas and transcripts are withheld until full payment is received):

damaged Surface Pro (in case) $200
damaged Surface Pro (not in case) $450
damaged or missing Surface Pro Type Cover (keyboard) – full replacement of identical keyboard Microsoft FMM-00001 Type Cover for Surface Pro – Black), or $130
damaged or missing black Surface pen $20
damaged or missing Surface Pro power supply (must be a WA-issued power supply) $30
damaged or missing Surface Pro case, full replacement of identical case Kensington Surface Pro 7 Rugged Case – Surface Pro 7, 7+, 6, 5, 4 (K97951WW), Black, or $40

If necessary, it may be most cost-effective for the Keyboard and case to purchase a replacement in advance on Amazon and turn it in with the Surface Pro on or before Friday, May 28. Questions? Please contact Bob Vishanoff bobvishanoff@wheatonacademy.org or 630-562-7554.

Graduation Photos: Lifetouch, our official commencement photographer, will have portraits available online at Events.Lifetouch.com approximately ten days after the ceremony. Celebrate your achievement with these professional portraits.

Transcripts & Diplomas: Transcripts and diplomas will be released to colleges and mailed home once all academic and financial requirements have been met.

Last Chance to Purchase a Yearbook
If you haven’t bought the 2020-2021 yearbook, this is your last chance! They won’t be available to purchase after next week. The cost is $25, and you may purchase directly from Jostens.com.

WA Service Team 2021-2022 Sign-Ups
Click here to see the service opportunities available and click here to sign-up!

Furnace Company Dance and Improv Auditions
Furnace Company will be having auditions for the 2021-2022 school year for the dance team and the improv team. Auditions will be on Wednesday, June 2, 12:15-2:15 p.m. Dance auditions will be held in the Warrior Dome and Improv auditions will be held in the Alumni White Chapel. Questions? Please contact Abby Woelfel at awoelfel@wheatonacademy.org. Students will need to click here for the application and bring it with them to their audition.

We also have some staff openings on the team for those who have experience with video, photography, and graphic design. Students who are interested will need to fill out a separate application by clicking here and turn it in to Abby Woelfel by June.

Spark Camp
Calling all kids interested in science and engineering! Spark is a brand-new summer camp for rising 4th-6th graders who want to explore science’s history and future, including electricity, flight, chemistry, and more! Learn about the scientific discoveries that shaped history, participate in fun, hands-on STEM projects, and learn how to test and run your experiments! Join us at the Wheaton Academy campus from June 14-18, from 8:30-11:30 a.m. Cost: $120 per student. Register here.

Winterim 2022
Parents – Here is a video with information on Winterim 2022 Trips! You may also click here for additional details.

Athletics

First Day Of Tryouts– All Fall sports will begin on Monday, August 9, 2021.

If you have any questions feel free to contact Dawn Hamm in the Athletic Department at 630-562-7565.

May 21, 2021

Upcoming Events

Disney’s High School Musical
Thursday, May 27, at 6:00 p.m.
Friday, May 28, at 6:00 p.m.
Saturday, May 29, at 12:00 p.m.
Saturday, May 29, at 6:00 p.m.
Come join us for our first-ever outdoor spring musical! The Academy Theatre is proud to present Disney’s High School Musical. Performances will be held in front of the Fine Arts Center, rain or shine. Tickets are available for online purchase on our website here: wheatonacademy.org/highschoolmusical.

General News

COVID-19 Case Update
Over the last week, we had ten positive cases for COVID-19, and seven people are currently in quarantine.

Seniors News
Senior Final Week: Earlier today a letter was emailed to seniors and their parents regarding details about the final week of school and graduation. Please click here to read it.

Fees for damaged or missing Surfaces or Accessories (diplomas and transcripts are withheld until full payment is received):

damaged Surface Pro (in case) $200
damaged Surface Pro (not in case) $450
damaged or missing Surface Pro Type Cover (keyboard) – full replacement of identical keyboard Microsoft FMM-00001 Type Cover for Surface Pro – Black), or $130
damaged or missing black Surface pen $20
damaged or missing Surface Pro power supply (must be a WA-issued power supply) $30
damaged or missing Surface Pro case, full replacement of identical case Kensington Surface Pro 7 Rugged Case – Surface Pro 7, 7+, 6, 5, 4 (K97951WW), Black, or $40

Transcripts & Diplomas: Transcripts and diplomas will be released to colleges and mailed home once all academic and financial requirements have been met.

WA Service Team 2021-2022 Sign-Ups
Click here to see the service opportunities available and click here to sign-up!

Furnace Company Dance and Improv Auditions
Furnace Company will be having auditions for the 2021-2022 school year for the dance team and the improv team. Auditions will be on Wednesday, June 2, 12:15-2:15 p.m.. Dance auditions will be held in the Warrior Dome and Improv auditions will be held in the Alumni White Chapel. Questions? Please contact Abby Woelfel at awoelfel@wheatonacademy.org. Students will need to click here for the application and bring it with them to their audition.

College Corner

AP Exams
Please click here for a list of dates/times of the AP Exams.

Athletics

First Day Of Tryouts– All Fall sports will begin on Monday, August 9, 2021.

If you have any questions feel free to contact Dawn Hamm in the Athletic Department at 630-562-7565.

May 14, 2021

Upcoming Events

Junior/Senior Formal
Saturday, May 15
7:00 p.m.
FAC Lawn
It has definitely been a year of changes for everyone, and we appreciate your patience as we navigate our way through this school year. With regulation changes for outdoor events and the number of ticket sales, we will now be able to host one combined Junior/Senior Formal on Saturday, May 15, from 7:00-9:00 p.m. There will no longer be an event on Friday, May 14. We look forward to an exciting “Evening Under the Stars” all together beneath our big tent. If you are a junior and can no longer attend with the date change to May 15, please talk to Mr. Holtrop for a refund. Thank you again for walking alongside us in these ever-changing times.

We will be opening ticket sales early for the families of cast, crew, and pit orchestra members starting at 11:00 a.m. Monday, May 17 through Tuesday, May 18. These families will be able to purchase tickets before they go on sale to the general public. To take advantage of the pre-sale option, use the link and password that will be provided to your student via their WAscholar email.

Tickets will be available for online purchase to the public starting at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, May 20. To purchase, visit our website: www.wheatonacademy.org and follow the prompts for Disney’s High School Musical tickets.

General News

COVID-19 Case Update
Over the last week, we had two positive cases for COVID-19, and one person is currently in quarantine.

Graduation Photos
Lifetouch, our official commencement photographer, will have portraits available online at Events.Lifetouch.com approximately ten days after the ceremony. Celebrate your achievement with these professional portraits.

College Corner

AP Exams
Please click here for a list of dates/times of the AP Exams.

Athletics

National Signing Day – Today after School
The Wheaton Academy Athletic Department is excited to announce that we will be holding a 2021 National Signing Day for our student-athletes who will be continuing their playing careers at the next level. We wanted to wait until the weather warmed up so that the event can be held outside at Performance Trust Field to allow for as many spectators as possible while following COVID-19 guidelines. Below is information on the event:

When: Friday, May 14 after school (3:30 p.m. start)
Where: Performance Trust Field
Who: Any Wheaton Academy graduating senior that will be competing in their respective sport in college, surrounded by their family, friends, coaches, etc.
What: 2021 National Signing Day will be a day to celebrate the high school accomplishments of these student-athletes and wish them the best of luck in their future endeavors

To participate in Signing Day, student-athletes must complete this form: https://forms.gle/WgVnUAnzpJGC5moy6

First Day Of Tryouts– All Fall sports will begin on Monday, August 9, 2021.

If you have any questions feel free to contact Dawn Hamm in the Athletic Department at 630-562-7565.

May 7, 2021

Upcoming Events

Theatre Fest
May 7-8
FAC Lawn
We are excited about all of the upcoming Academy Theatre events in May, including our Theatre Fest weekend.

There are four performances to left to see. Tickets will cost $5 per show and will be available for purchase at the entrance to the show. Tickets will be available for cash-only purchase.

For the Musical Theatre Studies show, Frozen Jr, the show will be performed outdoors, under a tent on the FAC lawn. Please plan to bring your own chairs – when you arrive, you will be seated by an usher according to proper distancing guidelines. Please wear a face-covering upon arrival.

For the Advanced Drama shows, Mousetrap and Much Ado About Nothing, the FAC auditorium will perform the shows. You will be seated with your party upon arrival according to proper distancing guidelines. Please wear a face covering for this indoor performance.

Please see the times and dates of the shows below, including the times seating will open:

Friday, May 7

Frozen Jr. at 5pm, FAC Lawn, Tent
Seating opens at 4:30pm

Much Ado About Nothing at 7pm, FAC Auditorium
Seating opens at 6:30pm

Saturday, May 8

Much Ado About Nothing at 3pm, FAC Auditorium
Seating opens at 2:30pm

Mousetrap at 7pm, FAC Auditorium
Seating opens at 6:30pm

WA Men’s Prayer
Saturday, May 8
8:00 a.m.
Alumni White Chapel
On the second Saturday of each month, the men from the WA community meet to pray and hear from one of our WA employees. Please join us for prayer tomorrow, April 10, at 8:00 a.m. in the Alumni White Chapel. Light refreshments are served. Evan Jasper is the speaker for tomorrow.

Choral and Instrumental Concerts
May 10-12
FAC Lawn

We are excited about the upcoming Choral and Instrumental Concerts in May and are so excited for the opportunity to showcase students’ gifts and talents. We wanted to share some important logistical details about the upcoming concerts.

There will be no charge to attend the Choral and Instrumental performances. We will be hosting the concerts in an outdoor venue, under a large tent on the FAC lawn. Accordingly, we are asking that you bring your own chairs. Upon arrival, you will be greeted by a Wheaton Academy usher and seated according to proper distancing guidelines. We ask that you wear a face-covering while being seated, and after being seated, you will have the option to remove the face covering.

Please see the times and dates of the shows below, including the times seating will open:

Monday, May 10

Choral Concert at 7pm, FAC Lawn, Tent
Seating opens at 6:30pm

Wednesday, May 12

Instrumental: Jazz & Percussion at 4pm, FAC Lawn, Tent
Seating opens at 3:30pm

Instrumental: Band & Orchestra at 6:30pm, FAC Lawn, Tent
Seating opens at 6pm

If you will be attending the Instrumental concerts on May 12, please enter and exit using the Hawthorne Street entrance. Willow Care Center will be in the Science Parking lot, and the Prince Crossing entrance will be used for the Care Center.

Junior/Senior Formal UPDATE
Saturday, May 15
7:00 p.m.
It has definitely been a year of changes for everyone, and we appreciate your patience as we navigate our way through this school year. With regulation changes for outdoor events and the number of ticket sales, we will now be able to host one combined Junior/Senior Formal on Saturday, May 15, from 7:00-9:00 pm. There will no longer be an event on Friday, May 14. We look forward to an exciting “Evening Under the Stars” all together beneath our big tent. If you are a junior and can no longer attend with the date change to May 15, please talk to Mr. Holtrop for a refund. Thank you again for walking alongside us in these ever-changing times.

General News

COVID-19 Case Update
Over the last week, we had zero positive cases for COVID-19, and four individuals are currently in quarantine.

College Corner

AP Exams
Click the button for a list of AP exams.

AP Exam Schedule

For at-home exams, students will need to be prepared to set up a quiet testing location and ensure a strong internet connection. Teachers will walk students through getting all steps set up to ensure the successful administration of the at-home exam. If you are interested in providing support from home, refer to this resource from College Board. https://apcentral.collegeboard.org/about-ap-2021/updates

Athletics

National Signing Day
The Wheaton Academy Athletic Department is excited to announce that we will be holding a 2021 National Signing Day for our student-athletes who will be continuing their playing careers at the next level. We wanted to wait until the weather warmed up so that the event can be held outside at Performance Trust Field to allow for as many spectators as possible while following COVID-19 guidelines. Below is information on the event:

When: Friday, May 14 after school (3:30 p.m. start)
Where: Performance Trust Field
Who: Any Wheaton Academy graduating senior that will be competing in their respective sport in college, surrounded by their family, friends, coaches, etc.
What: 2021 National Signing Day will be a day to celebrate the high school accomplishments of these student-athletes and wish them the best of luck in their future endeavors

To participate in Signing Day, student-athletes must complete this form: https://forms.gle/WgVnUAnzpJGC5moy6

First Day Of Tryouts– All Fall sports will begin on Monday, August 9, 2021.

If you have any questions feel free to contact Dawn Hamm in the Athletic Department at 630-562-7565.

April 30, 2021

Upcoming Events

Theatre Fest
May 6-8
FAC Lawn
We are excited about all of the upcoming Academy Theatre events in May, including our Theatre Fest weekend. We want to share some important logistical details about the theatre shows on May 6-8.

Over the course of the weekend, we will be putting on six different performances across three days! Tickets will cost $5 per show and will be available for purchase at the entrance to the show. Tickets will be available for cash-only purchase.

Please see the times and dates of the shows below, including the times seating will open:

Thursday, May 6

Frozen Jr. at 5pm, FAC Lawn, Tent
Seating opens at 4:30pm

Mousetrap at 7pm, FAC Auditorium
Seating opens at 6:30pm

Friday, May 7

Frozen Jr. at 5pm, FAC Lawn, Tent
Seating opens at 4:30pm

Much Ado About Nothing at 7pm, FAC Auditorium
Seating opens at 6:30pm

Saturday, May 8

Much Ado About Nothing at 3pm, FAC Auditorium
Seating opens at 2:30pm

Mousetrap at 7pm, FAC Auditorium
Seating opens at 6:30pm

Choral and Instrumental Concerts
May 10-12
FAC Lawn

Please see the times and dates of the shows below, including the times seating will open:

Monday, May 10

Choral Concert at 7pm, FAC Lawn, Tent
Seating opens at 6:30pm

Wednesday, May 12

Instrumental: Jazz & Percussion at 4pm, FAC Lawn, Tent
Seating opens at 3:30pm

Instrumental: Band & Orchestra at 6:30pm, FAC Lawn, Tent
Seating opens at 6pm

Junior & Senior Formals
Friday, May 14 – Junior Class Formal
Saturday, May 15 – Senior Class Formal
7:00 p.m.
Wheaton Academy will be hosting the Junior Formal and the Senior Formal, “Evening Under the Stars.” The Junior class formal is May 14, and the Senior class formal is May 15. The evenings will be held on the Fine Arts Center lawn at Wheaton Academy from 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. The night will be a formal sit-down dinner with a few fun activities. Tickets for both events will be on sale May 3-7 only. Tickets can be purchased in the Atrium before school and during lunch for $60.00 per person. There will no tickets sold after May 7. This event is for WA students only. We look forward to celebrating the classes during this new event.

General News

Summer Academy
If your student is planning on taking a summer class and has not registered yet, please register by Monday, May 3. After Monday, availability may be limited. Click here to register.

COVID-19 Case Update
Over the last week, we had four positive cases for COVID-19, and 11 are currently in quarantine.

Worship Team Auditions
Please click here for information on Worship Team Auditions for the 2021-2022 school year. You may contact Mr. Jasper with any questions.

College Corner

AP Exams
The AP exams are just around the corner, and we want to remind you of some important details. For most students, exams hosted at Wheaton Academy will be inside the fieldhouse, gym, or Warrior Room.

AP Exam Schedule

Athletics

When: Friday, May 14 after school (3:30 p.m. start)
Where: Performance Trust Field
Who: Any Wheaton Academy graduating senior that will be competing in their respective sport in college, surrounded by their family, friends, coaches, etc.
What: 2021 National Signing Day will be a day to celebrate the high school accomplishments of these student-athletes and wish them the best of luck in their future endeavors

To participate in Signing Day, student-athletes must complete this form: https://forms.gle/WgVnUAnzpJGC5moy6

High School Athletic Camps
We are finalizing dates and times for summer camps. They will be on our website soon to register.

First Day Of Tryouts– All Fall sports will begin on Monday, August 9, 2021.

If you have any questions feel free to contact Dawn Hamm in the Athletic Department at 630-562-7565.