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October 13, 2023

Upcoming Events

WA Men’s Prayer
Saturday, October 14
8:00 a.m.
Alumni White 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, October 14. We will hear from WA COO/CFO Steve Karlson. Light refreshments are served.

WA Women’s Saturday Prayer
October 21
Alumni White Chapel
9:00 a.m.
Every third Saturday, women from the Wheaton Academy community meet to pray for our school. Please join us on Saturday, October 21 at 9:00 a.m. in the white chapel for our next prayer time. We will hear from WA employee Lindsay Williams. Light refreshments are served.

Guys Campout 2023
October 27-29
Parents of Freshman through Senior boys… Guy’s Campout is a long-standing tradition of forging bonds across classes over a weekend of camping with outdoor fun including Ultimate Frisbee, Volleyball, Soccer, 9 Square, Capture the Flag, campfires, and more. The cost is $100 and includes breakfasts, dinners & snacks plus a sweatshirt. Students can choose to lounge and relax with a card game or join in an impromptu soccer match, it’s up to them. We’ll bond over incredible food at mealtime and the adventure of a weekend camping in the woods. They won’t want to miss it. Students need A SLEEPING BAG, AN EXTRA BLANKET, WARM CLOTHES, and A TENT or TARP. Please encourage your son to register to attend Guy’s Campout! For questions or help with CAMPING GEAR? CONTACT SEAN MCCALLUM. Click here to sign up.

Get to Know Wheaton Academy
November 9
6:45 pm
Middle school students and their parents are invited to Get To Know Wheaton Academy on November 9 at 6:45 pm. This evening will provide an opportunity for families to learn about our school’s commitment to academics, spiritual life, co-curricular activities, and college readiness, as well as experience the community, connection, and culture that Wheaton Academy offers our students and families.  Our time together will include:  

  • Opening Welcome from Mrs. Hockett, Principal  
  • Individual Family Tours  
  • Meet and Greet with Teachers, Coaches, and Program Leaders   

Join us and discover what it’s like to be a Wheaton Academy Warrior. Questions? Please contact Amy Burdett, Admissions Coordinator, or Amy Hogan, Director of Admissions 

Save the Date: Tuesday, November 14, 2023
Alisa Childers
7:00 pm
FAC
How can we help equip our kids to have a Christian worldview in an increasingly secularized culture? Join us on November 14 to hear from author, singer, and apologist Alisa Childers. She will share tips about how Christian parents can teach their kids discernment by exposing them to bad ideas in an age-appropriate manner and teaching them to analyze media from a biblical perspective. There is no cost to attend, but registration is required. Please use this link to secure your registration https://wheaton.typeform.com/alisachilders.

General News

From the Desk of the Principal
Dear Parents – During this fall, I have challenged you and our students to think about how and if we use social media. I continue to be convicted of the value of limiting students’ social media intake as data continue to come out with compelling evidence that we help students in this area.  Today, as we continue to pray for the situation in Israel, it has come to our attention that deeply disturbing videos, including footage of hostages, may be spread across social media in the coming days. We strongly encourage you to be vigilant in supervising your students and their use of social media. We suggest you put up additional parental controls and talk with your student about exercising extreme discretion around social media both now and in the future – Kori Hockett

Parent/Student/Teacher Conferences
Monday, October 16-Signups for Conferences Close at Midnight
October 18 and 19 are Conferences  
You may still sign up for the Parent/Student/Teacher Conference until Monday at midnight. Please click here for details on how to sign up. There will be an Off-Campus Learning Day on Wednesday, October 18, as we want students to attend the conferences with their parents. There are no classes on Thursday, October 19, to allow students the flexibility to attend as well.

Donations for Conference Dinners
Our conference nights this year are October 18 & 19. We would love to serve our teachers dinner during their break times. Please let Jim Holtrop know if you would be willing to donate a crock pot of soup or chili for October 18, or if you would like to give a monetary donation to go towards the meals on those nights. Thanks for making this happen.

New Bell Schedule Effective October 23
With our construction well underway, we have noticed that we needed to extend the passing periods before and after Chapel and Community Time since all students have to enter and exit one set of doors. Due to this, we will use an updated bell schedule which allows for a longer passing period before and after these events. Click here to see the bell schedule. This schedule will begin on Monday, October 23.

Senior Picture Submission
It’s time to submit Senior Pictures for the Yearbook! If you did not use Prestige Photography for your student’s Senior Portraits, you are welcome to use another photography source, but we need you to submit a photo of your own to be included in the yearbook. Photos need to be submitted by December 20 to be included in the yearbook publication. We require a forward-facing portrait taken from the shoulders up, with a plain/non-distracting background. Please submit your student’s chosen picture via email to yearbook@wheatonacademy.org. Please also include your student’s first and last name. Please contact Kristen Rusthoven (krusthoven@wheatonacademy.org) with any questions. Thank you!

Executive Functioning Spotlight                                                                                                       
How are your students doing in the seventh week of school?  When assessing students’ executive functioning skills, it’s important to ask questions that can help you gain insights into their abilities and challenges. If you want more information visit our webpage at Executive Functioning – The Center for Lifelong Learning.  If you have any specific questions, please email or call our certified executive functioning coach, Holly Taritas htaritas@wheatonacademy.org, 630-5627587. Click here for questions to consider.

Apply to Wheaton Academy for 2024-2025!
We are excited to announce that the Application for the 2024-2025 School Year is open! If you know any prospective students who are interested in Wheaton Academy, we invite you to tell them to APPLY NOW by visiting wheatonacademy.org/apply. Applicants who apply this fall will be considered for an early decision (before Christmas time).

Timeshare for Teachers
We are beginning to gather vacation opportunities for the Summer of 2024. Click here to learn about our Timeshares for Teachers program. If you have a timeshare, a privately-owned vacation home, vacation packages, or airline miles, we invite you, as a friend and supporter, to provide our faculty and staff a much-deserved vacation at little or no cost to them. This partnership is a direct opportunity for our teachers and staff and is not a donation to the Academy. We will put you in touch with the teacher who selects your property, and you will work directly with them to make all arrangements. The process for vacation selection by teachers begins in January. Please fill out the Timeshare Participation Form by December 1.

WA Appreciation Team
Allow us to introduce ourselves. We are the WA Appreciation Team, a group of parent volunteers who plan, organize, and host two events during the school year for teachers and staff. These events help express our gratitude for all the ways teachers and staff not only teach, but inspire, nurture, and guide our kids throughout the school year. The WA Appreciation Team manages these events on behalf of ALL Wheaton Academy families and represents our collective gratitude.

We are already planning our first event, in December, where we serve coffee, donuts, and a Christmas blessing. You will also be hearing from us this spring, as we begin to plan an appreciation luncheon in April.

These events are funded solely through contributions from the school community (which are completely optional and not tax-deductible). Please click on the CheddarUp link to provide funds that will contribute towards making these events possible. Thank you!

College Corner

AP Testing Timeline and Deadlines
Please click here for important AP Test timeline information including signing up for tests and test payment.

October 6, 2023

Upcoming Events

Homecoming Fall Informal
Saturday, October 7
7:00-9:30 pm
The student council would like to invite the entire student body to the fall informal on October 7. Our annual event will be held in the central parking lot from 7:00 – 9:30 pm.  The night will include multiple food trucks, carnival games, a giant slide, pumpkin decorating, and our homecoming dance. Tickets will be on sale for $40.00 at the door. Push coin is available. This event is informal and casual attire is the norm. Although students may attend with a date, friend groups are encouraged.  We are looking forward to an amazing, fun, and safe night!

Virtual EVENT: Informational Meeting for Parents of Freshmen and Transfers
Wednesday, October 11
7:00-8:00 PM
Registration Required
This virtual meeting is for parents of Freshmen and Transfers, or for anyone who would like more information about the following topics: Parent Teacher Conferences, How to Register for Conferences, Understanding Winterim and Internships. Click on VIRTUAL Event to register. 

Get to Know Wheaton Academy
October 12 or November 9
6:45 pm
Middle school students and their parents are invited to Get To Know Wheaton Academy on October 12 or November 9 at 6:45 pm. This evening will provide an opportunity for families to learn about our school’s commitment to academics, spiritual life, co-curricular activities, and college readiness, as well as experience the community, connection, and culture that Wheaton Academy offers our students and families.  Our time together will include:  

  • Opening Welcome from Mrs. Hockett, Principal  
  • Individual Family Tours  
  • Meet and Greet with Teachers, Coaches, and Program Leaders   

Join us and discover what it’s like to be a Wheaton Academy Warrior. Questions? Please contact Amy Burdett, Admissions Coordinator, or Amy Hogan, Director of Admissions 

Guys Campout 2023
October 27-29
Parents of Freshman through Senior boys… Guy’s Campout is a long-standing tradition of forging bonds across classes over a weekend of camping with outdoor fun including Ultimate Frisbee, Volleyball, Soccer, 9 Square, Capture the Flag, campfires, and more. The cost is $100 and includes breakfasts, dinners & snacks plus a sweatshirt. Students can choose to lounge and relax with a card game or join in an impromptu soccer match, it’s up to them. We’ll bond over incredible food at mealtime and the adventure of a weekend camping in the woods. They won’t want to miss it. Students need A SLEEPING BAG, AN EXTRA BLANKET, WARM CLOTHES, and A TENT or TARP. Please encourage your son to register to attend Guy’s Campout! For questions or help with CAMPING GEAR? CONTACT SEAN MCCALLUM. Click here to sign up.

Save the Date: Tuesday, November 14, 2023
Alisa Childers
7:00 pm
FAC
How can we help equip our kids to have a Christian worldview in an increasingly secularized culture? Join us on November 14 to hear from author, singer, and apologist Alisa Childers. She will share tips about how Christian parents can teach their kids discernment by exposing them to bad ideas in an age-appropriate manner and teaching them to analyze media from a biblical perspective. There is no cost to attend, but registration is required. Please use this link to secure your registration https://wheaton.typeform.com/alisachilders.

General News

Bell Schedule Next Week
Monday, October 9 – Columbus Day, no school
Wednesday, October 11 – Testing Day
8:00 – 11:00    PSAT NMSQT and PSAT 8/9
(Seniors arrive for 1st period at 11:50 am)
11:00 – 11:45    Lunch
11:50 – 1:05      Period 1
1:10 – 1:40        Community Time
1:45 – 3:00      Period 2 
Thursday, October 12
8:00 – 9:10      Period 3
9:16 – 10:26     Period 4
10:32 – 11:42    Period 5
11:50 – 12:28    Lunch
12:34 – 1:44     Period 6
1:50 – 3:00     Period 7

Parent/Student/Teacher Conferences
Tuesday, October 10 at 6 pm – Monday, October 16 (at midnight) -Normal signup for conferences
Monday, October 16-Signups Close at Midnight
October 18 and 19 Conferences  
Parent/Student/Teacher Conference sign-ups will begin on Tuesday, October 10. Please click here for details on how to sign up. There will be an Off-Campus Learning Day on Wednesday, October 18, as we want students to attend the conferences with their parents. There are no classes on Thursday, October 19, to allow students the flexibility to attend as well.

Tell Your Wheaton Academy Story
To celebrate Wheaton Academy’s 170th birthday, we are launching an exciting storytelling initiative during homecoming! Your story matters—and we would love to include you in the project! 

There are two ways to participate:

  1. Visit the storytelling booth! The booth will be available today before and during the Soccer game. The booth will be located in the parking lot under the tent. 
  2. Tell us your story through our online storytelling platform here: wheatonacademy.org/storyOur faculty will prompt you through the steps to record and share your story.

2024-2025 Application Process Now Open!
We are excited to announce that the Application for the 2024-2025 School Year is open! If you know any prospective students who are interested in Wheaton Academy, we invite you to tell them to APPLY NOW by visiting wheatonacademy.org/apply. Applicants who apply this fall will be considered for an early decision (before Christmas time).

Timeshare for Teachers
We are beginning to gather vacation opportunities for the Summer of 2024. Click here to learn about our Timeshares for Teachers program. If you have a timeshare, a privately-owned vacation home, vacation packages, or airline miles, we invite you, as a friend and supporter, to provide our faculty and staff a much-deserved vacation at little or no cost to them. This partnership is a direct opportunity for our teachers and staff and is not a donation to the Academy. We will put you in touch with the teacher who selects your property, and you will work directly with them to make all arrangements. The process for vacation selection by teachers begins in January. Please fill out the Timeshare Participation Form by December 1.

WA Appreciation Team
Allow us to introduce ourselves. We are the WA Appreciation Team, a group of parent volunteers who plan, organize, and host two events during the school year for teachers and staff. These events help express our gratitude for all the ways teachers and staff not only teach, but inspire, nurture, and guide our kids throughout the school year. The WA Appreciation Team manages these events on behalf of ALL Wheaton Academy families and represents our collective gratitude.

We are already planning our first event, in December, where we serve coffee, donuts, and a Christmas blessing. You will also be hearing from us this spring, as we begin to plan an appreciation luncheon in April.

These events are funded solely through contributions from the school community (which are completely optional and not tax-deductible). Please click on the CheddarUp link to provide funds that will contribute towards making these events possible. Thank you!

College Corner

PSAT Wednesday, October 11
The PSAT is next week. You may click here for additional details of the day, and you may click here for the 2023 PSAT student guide. Please note the bell schedule for October 11 & 12 (listed above) – we will have school after the testing which is different from previous years. Seniors should plan to arrive for first-period class. Please contact Gina Churchill if your student will miss the test day and you are interested in scheduling a make-up.

AP Testing Timeline and Deadlines
Please click here for important AP Test timeline information including signing up for tests and test payment.

Athletics

If your child is not on a Fall sports team, please come to the Athletic Office and pick up your ALL-ACCESS pass that allows you into any home game for the whole school year.  All fall sports athletes should have received them from their coaches, but all other students/families should come to the Athletic office and pick theirs up. Thank you.

September 29, 2023

Upcoming Events

WA Women’s Tuesday Prayer
October 3
1:30-3:30 pm
Library
The first WA Women’s Prayer Meeting is this Tuesday, October 3rd from 1:30 – 2:30 pm in the WA Library. Please be sure to check in first at the front desk.

Parents of Freshmen & Transfer Students – Fellowship
Wednesday, October 4
7:00-8:30 pm
Atrium
The Parent Ambassador team invites parents of Freshman and Transfer students to join us for a time of fellowship and light refreshments, and to receive a special gift! Younger children are welcome to attend the Fall Social. Drop your student off at Sonny Acres for the service project then head over to Wheaton Academy and let’s continue to build relationships within our parent community. Registration is required for the FALL SOCIAL for Parents of Freshmen and Transfers.

Project Lead Homecoming Tailgate
Thursday, October 5
5:00-7:00 pm
When? Homecoming is approaching and Project LEAD is excited to announce the annual tailgate held on Thursday, October 5 from 5-7 pm.

Who? This event is for EVERYONE! There will be good food, games, face painting, and more! Bring your students and your families and enjoy time together before heading to the football game!

Why? All proceeds will go to support the students that Wheaton Academy supports in the Dominican Republic and Haiti through Kid’s Alive International.

Finally, in order to make this event successful, we need your help! Please sign up to donate food, plates, napkins, etc. Here is the link:  Volunteer Sign Ups: Homecoming FAMILY TAILGATE 2023 (signupgenius.com) Please reach out to Anna Joy Setran (asetran@wheatonacademy.org) with any questions. We are excited to see you there!

Homecoming Fall Informal
Saturday, October 7
7:00-9:30 pm
The student council would like to invite the entire student body to the fall informal on October 7. Our annual event will be held in the central parking lot from 7:00 – 9:30 pm.  The night will include multiple food trucks, carnival games, a giant slide, pumpkin decorating, and our homecoming dance. Tickets will be on sale October 3-7 at lunch.  The cost is $35.00 during the week and $40.00 at the door. Push coin is available. Students may bring a guest from another school, after filling out the permission form available next week. This event is informal and casual attire is the norm. Although students may attend with a date, friend groups are encouraged.  We are looking forward to an amazing, fun, and safe night!

Get to Know Wheaton Academy
October 12 or November 9
6:45 pm
Middle school students and their parents are invited to Get To Know Wheaton Academy on October 12 or November 9 at 6:45 pm. This evening will provide an opportunity for families to learn about our school’s commitment to academics, spiritual life, co-curricular activities, and college readiness, as well as experience the community, connection, and culture that Wheaton Academy offers our students and families.  Our time together will include:  

  • Opening Welcome from Mrs. Hockett, Principal  
  • Individual Family Tours  
  • Meet and Greet with Teachers, Coaches, and Program Leaders   

Join us and discover what it’s like to be a Wheaton Academy Warrior. Questions? Please contact Amy Burdett, Admissions Coordinator, or Amy Hogan, Director of Admissions 

Save the Date: Tuesday, November 14, 2023
Alisa Childers
7:00 pm
FAC
How can we help equip our kids to have a Christian worldview in an increasingly secularized culture? Join us on November 14 to hear from author, singer, and apologist Alisa Childers. She will share tips about how Christian parents can teach their kids discernment by exposing them to bad ideas in an age-appropriate manner and teaching them to analyze media from a biblical perspective. There is no cost to attend, but registration is required. Please use this link to secure your registration https://wheaton.typeform.com/alisachilders.

General News

No School Offices Closed, Monday, October 9
Columbus Day is Monday, October 9. There will be no school that day and offices will be closed.

From the Desk of the Principal
Dear Parents, 
We have had such a great beginning of the year.  Thank you for your continued support as we seek to help students “Look Up” from their cell phones to experience life more fully.  This past week, we spent time together each day in chapel thinking about how to look to Jesus as we live, and how He often calls us to stop doing things, so we can start doing better things.  Our students came together for prayer and worship.  The foundation of our community is our desire to follow Jesus and worship Him in all that we do.  

We are moving into an exciting Homecoming week where students will have incredible opportunities to engage and build an even deeper community. Because these next couple of weeks are full and also have some different schedules, I wanted to make you aware of what you need to know as you help your student navigate all of the activities.  

“WAlking Through Life” is the Homecoming theme and each day students are encouraged to dress up. We always have 100% participation on the dress-up days, so your students won’t want to miss out. However, we want students to be creative and use what they have at home to dress up.  We do not expect or encourage families to spend lots of money on costumes. This is a great chance to be creative and look through those attics and garages to find great items for costumes. Each day there is a theme and a bell schedule, click here to access that information. 

Snapshot of other Events during Homecoming Week (click the link above for full details):
Monday, October 2 – Field Day
Tuesday, October 3 – Girls Home Volleyball games
Wednesday, October 4 – Sonny Acres Service Event 7:00 pm, Parent Event at WA
Thursday, October 5 – Home Football game and Tailgate Dinner fundraiser for Kid’s Alive; Alumni Tents open.
Friday, October 6 – Home Soccer Game, Alumni Events from 5-8 pm, Fireworks after Soccer game.
Saturday, October 7 – Fall Informal 7 pm 

Other important dates to remember:
Monday, October 9 – Columbus Day, no school
Wednesday, October 11 – Testing Day
8:00 – 11:00    PSAT NMSQT and PSAT 8/9
(Seniors arrive for 1st period at 11:50 am)
11:00 – 11:45    Lunch
11:50 – 1:05      Period 1
1:10 – 1:40        Community Time
1:45 – 3:00      Period 2 

Thursday, October 12
8:00 – 9:10      Period 3
9:16 – 10:26     Period 4
10:32 – 11:42    Period 5
11:50 – 12:28    Lunch
12:34 – 1:44     Period 6
1:50 – 3:00      Period 7 

There are a couple of events we want to highlight. Wednesday night we ask students to come to Sonny Acres and bring items to support our Project Lead Local team as they partner with a local agency to support students in foster care.  Our purpose behind this evening is to help students keep a focus on others in the midst of having fun together. Thursday evening, our Project Lead Global team sponsors a tailgate before the football game to support our Kids’ Alive-sponsored students in Haiti and the Dominican Republic. Bring your family for some good food and to support our kids!   

Finally, Saturday evening we have a Fall Informal for students.  This is designed for all students. Students may come alone, with a group of friends, or with a date. If they want to bring a guest from another school, they must complete the process that was laid out for them in Community Time. They can see Ms. Carwell for details if they have questions. The dress for this evening is casual. There are games, food trucks, and a giant slide as well as time to dance. We encourage students to dress so they can participate in all those fun activities. If you have questions, please contact Jim Holtrop.   

Thanks for your partnership and support as we seek to encourage students and let them experience the fun and joy of community together. 

Mrs. Hockett

Homecoming Volunteers Needed
Volunteers are needed to help with alumni events over the Homecoming weekend (October 6-7). We are especially in need of people to help serve and clean up at the Alumni Dinner and Dessert Reception on Friday, October 6. Your service is a blessing to our WA alumni. Please click here to review the volunteer slots we are trying to fill.

Homecoming Volunteers Needed for Alumni Events – Help us serve WA alumni!
Friday, October 6 (9 a.m. – 12 p.m.)- set-up/ decorating for Alumni Dinner
Friday (4:30-7 p.m.) – serving/clean-up at the Alumni Dinner
Friday (7-10 p.m.) – serving/clean-up for the Alumni Dessert Reception
Saturday, October 7 (10:30 a.m.-12 p.m.) – clean-up Heritage Breakfast
If you would be willing to help with any of the above activities, please sign up here. Questions can be directed to Director of Alumni Relations Dawn Earl at 630-562-7510 or dearl@wheatonacademy.org.

Tell Your Wheaton Academy Story
To celebrate Wheaton Academy’s 170th birthday, we are launching an exciting storytelling initiative during homecoming! Your story matters—and we would love to include you in the project! 

There are two ways to participate:

  1. Visit the storytelling booth! The booth will be available on Thursday during the Homecoming Tailgate and on Friday before and during the Soccer game. The booth will be located in the parking lot under the tent. 
  2. Tell us your story through our online storytelling platform here: wheatonacademy.org/storyOur faculty will prompt you through the steps to record and share your story.

2024-2025 Application Process Now Open!
We are excited to announce that the Application for the 2024-2025 School Year opened on Thursday, September 14! If you know any prospective students who are interested in Wheaton Academy, we invite you to tell them to APPLY NOW by visiting wheatonacademy.org/apply. Applicants who apply this fall will be considered for an early decision (before Christmas time).

Timeshare for Teachers
We are beginning to gather vacation opportunities for the Summer of 2024. Click here to learn about our Timeshares for Teachers program. If you have a timeshare, a privately-owned vacation home, vacation packages, or airline miles, we invite you, as a friend and supporter, to provide our faculty and staff a much-deserved vacation at little or no cost to them. This partnership is a direct opportunity for our teachers and staff and is not a donation to the Academy. We will put you in touch with the teacher who selects your property, and you will work directly with them to make all arrangements. The process for vacation selection by teachers begins in January. Please fill out the Timeshare Participation Form by December 1.

Guys Campout 2023
October 27-29
Parents of Freshman through Senior boys… Guy’s Campout is a long-standing tradition of forging bonds across classes over a weekend of camping with outdoor fun including Ultimate Frisbee, Volleyball, Soccer, 9 Square, Capture the Flag, campfires, and more. The cost is $100 and includes breakfasts, dinners & snacks plus a sweatshirt. Students can choose to lounge and relax with a card game or join in an impromptu soccer match, it’s up to them. We’ll bond over incredible food at mealtime and the adventure of a weekend camping in the woods. They won’t want to miss it. Students need A SLEEPING BAG, AN EXTRA BLANKET, WARM CLOTHES, and A TENT or TARP. Please encourage your son to register to attend Guy’s Campout! For questions or help with CAMPING GEAR? CONTACT SEAN MCCALLUM. Click here to sign up.

WA Appreciation Team
Allow us to introduce ourselves. We are the WA Appreciation Team, a group of parent volunteers who plan, organize, and host two events during the school year for teachers and staff. These events help express our gratitude for all the ways teachers and staff not only teach, but inspire, nurture, and guide our kids throughout the school year. The WA Appreciation Team manages these events on behalf of ALL Wheaton Academy families and represents our collective gratitude.

We are already planning our first event, in December, where we serve coffee, donuts, and a Christmas blessing. You will also be hearing from us this spring, as we begin to plan an appreciation luncheon in April.

These events are funded solely through contributions from the school community (which are completely optional and not tax-deductible). Please click on the CheddarUp link to provide funds that will contribute towards making these events possible. Thank you!

College Corner

PSAT Wednesday, October 11
An email went home this week regarding the details of the PSAT next month. You may click here for additional details of the day, and you may click here for the 2023 PSAT student guide. Please note the bell schedule for October 11 & 12 (listed above) – we will have school after the testing which is different from previous years. Seniors should plan to arrive for first-period class. Please contact Gina Churchill if your student will miss the test day and you are interested in scheduling a make-up.

AP Testing Timeline and Deadlines
Please click here for important AP Test timeline information including signing up for tests and test payment.

Athletics

If your child is not on a Fall sports team, please come to the Athletic Office and pick up your ALL-ACCESS pass that allows you into any home game for the whole school year.  All fall sports athletes should have received them from their coaches, but all other students/families should come to the Athletic office and pick theirs up. Thank you.

September 22, 2023

Upcoming Events

Spiritual Life Week
September 25-28
We’ve had a great start to chapel this fall as our Bible department has been launching our year theme, “Journey.” Our first sub-theme “Look Up” has dealt with the importance of where we place our focus on our journey. Virginia Poe and Brad Thornton will wrap up this sub-theme during Fall Spiritual Life Week from Monday, September 25 through Thursday, September 28. In addition to these special chapels, we’ve scheduled some special events on Wednesday, September 27. At 8:15 a.m., we will meet on the south end of the athletic field for a “See You at the Pole” prayer rally. Joining with schools across the country, we will pray for revival on our campus and in our community. Then, Bridge Music will lead a worship night at 7:00 p.m. in the White Chapel. Parents, we invite you to pray for this special week and to encourage your students to attend the Wednesday events. Please click here for a modified bell schedule for the week.

Parents of Freshmen & Transfer Students – Fellowship
Wednesday, October 4
7:00-8:30 pm
Atrium
The Parent Ambassador team invites parents of Freshman and Transfer students to join us for a time of fellowship and light refreshments, and to receive a special gift! Younger children are welcome to attend the Fall Social. Drop your student off at Sonny Acres for the service project then head over to Wheaton Academy and let’s continue to build relationships within our parent community. Registration is required for the FALL SOCIAL for Parents of Freshmen and Transfers.

Project Lead Homecoming Tailgate
Thursday, October 5
5:00-7:00 pm
When? Homecoming is approaching and Project LEAD is excited to announce the annual tailgate held on Thursday, October 5 from 5-7 pm.

Who? This event is for EVERYONE! There will be good food, games, face painting, and more! Bring your students and your families and enjoy time together before heading to the football game!

Why? All proceeds will go to support the students that Wheaton Academy supports in the Dominican Republic and Haiti through Kid’s Alive International.

Finally, in order to make this event successful, we need your help! Please sign up to donate food, plates, napkins, etc. Here is the link:  Volunteer Sign Ups: Homecoming FAMILY TAILGATE 2023 (signupgenius.com) Please reach out to Anna Joy Setran (asetran@wheatonacademy.org) with any questions. We are excited to see you there!

Homecoming Fall Informal
Saturday, October 7
7:00-9:30 pm
Student council would like to invite the entire student body to the fall informal on October 7. Our annual event will be held in the central parking lot from 7:00 – 9:30 pm.  The night will include multiple food trucks, carnival games, a giant slide, pumpkin decorating, and our homecoming dance. Tickets will be on sale October 3-7 at lunch.  The cost is $35.00 during the week and $40.00 at the door. Push coin is available. Students may bring a guest from another school, after filling out the permission form available next week. This event is informal and casual attire is the norm. Although students may attend with a date, friend groups are encouraged.  We are looking forward to an amazing, fun, and safe night!

Get to Know Wheaton Academy
October 12 or November 9
6:45 pm
Middle school students and their parents are invited to Get To Know Wheaton Academy on October 12 or November 9 at 6:45 pm. This evening will provide an opportunity for families to learn about our school’s commitment to academics, spiritual life, co-curricular activities, and college readiness, as well as experience the community, connection, and culture that Wheaton Academy offers our students and families.  Our time together will include:  

  • Opening Welcome from Mrs. Hockett, Principal  
  • Individual Family Tours  
  • Meet and Greet with Teachers, Coaches, and Program Leaders   

Join us and discover what it’s like to be a Wheaton Academy Warrior. Questions? Please contact Amy Burdett, Admissions Coordinator, or Amy Hogan, Director of Admissions 

Save the Date: Tuesday, November 14, 2023
Alisa Childers
7:00 pm
FAC
How can we help equip our kids to have a Christian worldview in an increasingly secularized culture? Join us on November 14 to hear from author, singer, and apologist Alisa Childers. She will share tips about how Christian parents can teach their kids discernment by exposing them to bad ideas in an age-appropriate manner and teaching them to analyze media from a biblical perspective. There is no cost to attend, but registration is required. Please use this link to secure your registration https://wheaton.typeform.com/alisachilders.

General News

Homecoming Week Bell Schedules
Homecoming is October 2-8. Please click here to see the modified bell schedules for the week.

Homecoming Volunteers Needed
Volunteers are needed to help with alumni events over the Homecoming weekend (October 6-7). We are especially in need of people to help serve and clean up at the Alumni Dinner and Dessert Reception on Friday, October 6. Your service is a blessing to our WA alumni. Please click here to review the volunteer slots we are trying to fill.

Homecoming Volunteers Needed for Alumni Events – Help us serve WA alumni!
Friday, October 6 (9 a.m. – 12 p.m.)- set-up/ decorating for Alumni Dinner
Friday (4:30-7 p.m.) – serving/clean-up at the Alumni Dinner
Friday (7-10 p.m.) – serving/clean-up for the Alumni Dessert Reception
Saturday, October 7 (10:30 a.m.-12 p.m.) – clean-up Heritage Breakfast
If you would be willing to help with any of the above activities, please sign up here. Questions can be directed to Director of Alumni Relations Dawn Earl at 630-562-7510 or dearl@wheatonacademy.org.

2024-2025 Application Process Now Open!
We are excited to announce that the Application for the 2024-2025 School Year opened on Thursday, September 14! If you know any prospective students who are interested in Wheaton Academy, we invite you to tell them to APPLY NOW by visiting wheatonacademy.org/apply. Applicants who apply this fall will be considered for an early decision (before Christmas time).

Timeshare for Teachers
We are beginning to gather vacation opportunities for the Summer of 2024. Click here to learn about our Timeshares for Teachers program. If you have a timeshare, a privately-owned vacation home, vacation packages or airline miles, we invite you, as a friend and supporter, to provide our faculty and staff a much-deserved vacation at little or no cost to them. This partnership is a direct opportunity for our teachers and staff and is not a donation to the Academy. We will put you in touch with the teacher who selects your property, and you will work directly with them to make all arrangements. The process for vacation selection by teachers begins in January. Please fill out the Timeshare Participation Form by December 1st.

Guys Campout 2023
October 27-29
Parents of Freshman through Senior boys… Guy’s Campout is a long-standing tradition of forging bonds across classes over a weekend of camping with outdoor fun including Ultimate Frisbee, Volleyball, Soccer, 9 Square, Capture the Flag, campfires, and more. The cost is $100 and includes breakfasts, dinners & snacks plus a sweatshirt. Students can choose to lounge and relax with a card game or join in an impromptu soccer match, it’s up to them. We’ll bond over incredible food at mealtime and the adventure of a weekend camping in the woods. They won’t want to miss it. Students need A SLEEPING BAG, AN EXTRA BLANKET, WARM CLOTHES, and A TENT or TARP. Please encourage your son to register to attend Guy’s Campout! For questions or help with CAMPING GEAR? CONTACT SEAN MCCALLUM. Click here to sign up.

WA Appreciation Team
Allow us to introduce ourselves. We are the WA Appreciation Team, a group of parent volunteers who plan, organize, and host two events during the school year for teachers and staff. These events help express our gratitude for all the ways teachers and staff not only teach, but inspire, nurture, and guide our kids throughout the school year. The WA Appreciation Team manages these events on behalf of ALL Wheaton Academy families and represents our collective gratitude.

We are already planning our first event, in December, where we serve coffee, donuts, and a Christmas blessing. You will also be hearing from us this spring, as we begin to plan an appreciation luncheon in April.

These events are funded solely through contributions from the school community (which are completely optional and not tax-deductible). Please click on the CheddarUp link to provide funds that will contribute towards making these events possible. Thank you!

College Corner

PSAT Wednesday, October 11
An email went home this week regarding the details of the PSAT next month. You may click here for additional details of the day, and you may click here for the 2023 PSAT student guide. Please note the bell schedule for October 11 & 12 – we will have school after the testing which is different from previous years. Seniors should plan to arrive for first period class. Please contact Gina Churchill if your student will miss the test day and you are interested in scheduling a make-up.

Wednesday, October 11
8:00 – 11:00    PSAT NMSQT and PSAT 8/9
(Seniors arrive for 1st period at 11:50 am)
11:00 – 11:45    Lunch
11:50 – 1:05      Period 1
1:10 – 1:40        Community Time
1:45 – 3:00      Period 2

Thursday, October 12
8:00 – 9:10      Period 3
9:16 – 10:26     Period 4
10:32 – 11:42    Period 5
11:50 – 12:28    Lunch
12:34 – 1:44     Period 6
1:50 – 3:00      Period 7

AP Testing Timeline and Deadlines
Please click here for important AP Test timeline information including signing up for tests and test payment.

Athletics

If your child is not on a Fall sports team, please come to the Athletic Office and pick up your ALL-ACCESS pass that allows you into any home game for the whole school year.  All fall sports athletes should have received them from their coaches, but all other students/families should come to the Athletic office and pick theirs up. Thank you.

September 15, 2023

Upcoming Events

Glow Dance
Friday, September 15
9:30-11:00 pm
Student Council would like to invite all WA students to our annual Glow Dance tonight. The dance will be from 9:30-11:00 pm in the field house. It will include snacks, glow mini golf, and glow games. Tickets will be on sale in the atrium during lunch, September 11-15, for $15.00 and $20.00 at the door that night. Push coin is available. Pick-up for the Glow Dance will be in the drop-off circle on the south side of the fieldhouse at 11:00 p.m. See you all at the football game!

WA Women’s Saturday Prayer
September 16
9:00 am
Alumni White Chapel
Every third Saturday women from the Wheaton Academy community meet to pray for our school. Please join us tomorrow at 9:00 am in the white chapel for our first prayer time of the school year. Light refreshments are served.

WA Women’s Prayer Brunch
Tuesday, September 19|
9-11 am
You are invited to the WA Women’s Prayer Brunch. We will gather together for a time of informal fellowship, introductions to the Women’s Prayer Group format, and prayer for our WA Community. Please email Jodi Bauer at jodisuebauer@gmail.com to sign up to attend. The brunch is free; however, we kindly ask that you sign up to attend to assist with our planning. Beverages will be provided, but the rest of the brunch is potluck, so when you sign up to attend, please let us know if you would like to bring a dish to pass. Some brunch ideas are muffins, breakfast casseroles, fruit, sweet bread, or salad.

Spiritual Life Week
September 25-28
We’ve had a great start to chapel this fall as our Bible department has been launching our year theme, “Journey.” Our first sub-theme “Look Up” has dealt with the importance of where we place our focus on our journey. Virginia Poe and Brad Thornton will wrap up this sub-theme during Fall Spiritual Life Week from Monday, September 25 through Thursday, September 28. In addition to these special chapels, we’ve scheduled some special events on Wednesday, September 27. At 8:15 a.m., we will meet on the south end of the athletic field for a “See You at the Pole” prayer rally. Joining with schools across the country, we will pray for revival on our campus and in our community. Then, Bridge Music will lead a worship night at 7:00 p.m. in the White Chapel. Parents, we invite you to pray for this special week and to encourage your students to attend the Wednesday events. Please click here for a modified bell schedule for the week.

Save the Date: Tuesday, November 14, 2023
Alisa Childers
7:00 pm
FAC
How can we help equip our kids to have a Christian worldview in an increasingly secularized culture? Join us on November 14 to hear from author, singer, and apologist Alisa Childers. She will share tips about how Christian parents can teach their kids discernment by exposing them to bad ideas in an age-appropriate manner and teaching them to analyze media from a biblical perspective. There is no cost to attend, but registration is required. Please use this link to secure your registration https://wheaton.typeform.com/alisachilders.

General News

Off-Campus Learning Day, Friday, September 22
Next Friday will be our second off-campus learning day while faculty have professional development. All assignments should be posted by 9 a.m.

2024-2025 Application Process Now Open!
We are excited to announce that the Application for the 2024-2025 School Year opened on Thursday, September 14! If you know any prospective students who are interested in Wheaton Academy, we invite you to tell them to APPLY NOW by visiting wheatonacademy.org/apply. Applicants who apply this fall will be considered for an early decision (before Christmas time).

For Parents of Freshmen & Transfer Students
The Parent Ambassador team invites parents of Freshman and Transfer students to join us for a time of fellowship and light refreshments. We also have a special gift just for you! Drop your student off at Sonny Acres for the service project then head over to Wheaton Academy and let’s continue to build relationships within our parent community.

Registration required FALL SOCIAL for Parents of Freshmen and Transfers
Wednesday, October 4, 7-8:30 pm
Atrium, Wheaton Academy

Guys Campout 2023
October 27-29
Parents of Freshman through Senior boys… Guy’s Campout is a long-standing tradition of forging bonds across classes over a weekend of camping with outdoor fun including Ultimate Frisbee, Volleyball, Soccer, 9 Square, Capture the Flag, campfires, and more. The cost is $100 and includes breakfasts, dinners & snacks plus a sweatshirt. Students can choose to lounge and relax with a card game or join in an impromptu soccer match, it’s up to them. We’ll bond over incredible food at mealtime and the adventure of a weekend camping in the woods. They won’t want to miss it. Students need A SLEEPING BAG, AN EXTRA BLANKET, WARM CLOTHES, and A TENT or TARP. Please encourage your son to register to attend Guy’s Campout! For questions or help with CAMPING GEAR? CONTACT SEAN MCCALLUM. Click here to sign up.

WA Appreciation Team
Allow us to introduce ourselves. We are the WA Appreciation Team, a group of parent volunteers who plan, organize, and host two events during the school year for teachers and staff. These events help express our gratitude for all the ways teachers and staff not only teach, but inspire, nurture, and guide our kids throughout the school year. The WA Appreciation Team manages these events on behalf of ALL Wheaton Academy families and represents our collective gratitude.

We are already planning our first event, in December, where we serve coffee, donuts, and a Christmas blessing. You will also be hearing from us this spring, as we begin to plan an appreciation luncheon in April.

These events are funded solely through contributions from the school community (which are completely optional and not tax-deductible). Please click on the CheddarUp link to provide funds that will contribute towards making these events possible. Thank you!

College Corner

PSAT Wednesday, October 11
An email went home this week regarding the details of the PSAT next month. You may click here for additional details of the day, and you may click here for the 2023 PSAT student guide. Please note the bell schedule for October 11 & 12 – we will have school after the testing which is different from previous years. Seniors should plan to arrive for first period class. Please contact Gina Churchill if your student will miss the test day and you are interested in scheduling a make-up.

Wednesday, October 11
8:00 – 11:00    PSAT NMSQT and PSAT 8/9
(Seniors arrive for 1st period at 11:50 am)
11:00 – 11:45    Lunch
11:50 – 1:05      Period 1
1:10 – 1:40        Community Time
1:45 – 3:00      Period 2

Thursday, October 12
8:00 – 9:10      Period 3
9:16 – 10:26     Period 4
10:32 – 11:42    Period 5
11:50 – 12:28    Lunch
12:34 – 1:44     Period 6
1:50 – 3:00      Period 7

AP Testing Timeline and Deadlines
Please click here for important AP Test timeline information including signing up for tests and test payment.

September 8, 2023

Upcoming Events

WA Men’s Prayer
Saturday, September 9
8:00 am
Alumni White 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, September 9. This month we will hear from Wheaton Academy teacher Eric Bowling. Light refreshments are served.

Off-Campus Learning Day
Monday, September 11
Once again this year, we are excited to provide our students with the opportunity to participate in Off-Campus Learning Days. These days afford our students time for uninterrupted learning on days they typically would have off for in-service/teacher conferences. Additionally, our Off-Campus Learning Days will prepare our students to seamlessly continue in their classes during snow/inclement weather days.

Our first Off-Campus Learning Day this year will take place on Monday, September 11. Students should plan to allocate the same amount of time for schoolwork as they would for a traditional on-campus day (approximately 7 hours). Teachers will make expectations clear to our students, and they will be able to access all work via OnCampus. 

Glow Dance
Friday, September 15
9:30-11:00 pm
Student Council would like to invite all WA students to our annual Glow Dance on September 15. It is the night of our first home football game and the theme is Neon Night. The dance will be from 9:30-11:00 pm in the field house. It will include snacks, glow mini golf, and glow games. Tickets will be on sale in the atrium during lunch, September 11-15, for $15.00 and $20.00 at the door that night. Push coin is available. See you all at the football game!!

WA Women’s Saturday Prayer
September 16
9:00 am
Alumni White Chapel
Every third Saturday women from the Wheaton Academy community meet to pray for our school. Please join us on Saturday, September 16 at 9:00 a.m. in the white chapel for our first prayer time of the school year. Light refreshments are served.

WA Women’s Prayer Brunch
Tuesday, September 19|
9-11 am
You are invited to the WA Women’s Prayer Brunch. We will gather together for a time of informal fellowship, introductions to the Women’s Prayer Group format, and prayer for our WA Community. Please email Jodi Bauer at jodisuebauer@gmail.com to sign up to attend. The brunch is free; however, we kindly ask that you sign up to attend to assist with our planning. Beverages will be provided, but the rest of the brunch is potluck, so when you sign up to attend, please let us know if you would like to bring a dish to pass. Some brunch ideas are muffins, breakfast casseroles, fruit, sweet bread, or salad.

WA Women’s Prayer
First Tuesday of the Month
1:30-2:30 pm
Library
You are invited to join us for WA Women’s Prayer! We are a group of Wheaton Academy women that includes current moms, legal guardians, grandmothers, staff, and alumni who gather together to pray for our WA community.  We gather on the first Tuesday of the month from 1:30-2:30 pm in the Wheaton Academy Library, located in the Academic Building on campus. We follow a “Mom’s in Prayer International” prayer format and pray for the students, staff, faculty, and administration of Wheaton Academy. If you are interested in finding out more about WA Women’s Prayer or to be added to the mailing list for Prayer Group meetings, please feel free to reach out to Jodi Bauer at: jodisuebauer@gmail.com to learn more. We hope you will join us.

On the first Tuesday of the month: October 3, November 7, December 5, January 9, February 6, March 5, April 2, May 7. These meetings will be held in the Wheaton Academy Library from 1:30-2:30 pm.

On the third Saturday of the month: September 16, October 21, November 18, December 16, February 17, March 16, April 20, May 18. These meetings will be held in the White Chapel from 9-10 am.

Please mark your calendars!

Save the Date: Tuesday, November 14, 2023
Alisa Childers
7:00 pm
FAC
How can we help equip our kids to have a Christian worldview in an increasingly secularized culture? Join us on November 14 to hear from author, singer, and apologist Alisa Childers. She will share tips about how Christian parents can teach their kids discernment by exposing them to bad ideas in an age-appropriate manner and teaching them to analyze media from a biblical perspective. There is no cost to attend, but registration is required. Please use this link to secure your registration https://wheaton.typeform.com/alisachilders.

General News

WA Appreciation Team
Allow us to introduce ourselves. We are the WA Appreciation Team, a group of parent volunteers who plan, organize, and host two events during the school year for teachers and staff. These events help express our gratitude for all the ways teachers and staff not only teach, but inspire, nurture, and guide our kids throughout the school year. The WA Appreciation Team manages these events on behalf of ALL Wheaton Academy families and represents our collective gratitude.

We are already planning our first event, in December, where we serve coffee, donuts, and a Christmas blessing. You will also be hearing from us this spring, as we begin to plan an appreciation luncheon in April.

These events are funded solely through contributions from the school community (which are completely optional and not tax-deductible). Please click on the CheddarUp link to provide funds that will contribute towards making these events possible. Thank you!

Trap Team
Parents, did you know that Wheaton Academy has a competitive precision team shooting club that meets on Tuesday evenings and Saturday middays in both the fall and spring seasons at the St. Charles Sportsmen’s Club in Elburn?

Trap Shooting is a team sport with a strong individual and team component designed to emphasize safety and improve accuracy when using firearms. 

At least one parent must have an active FOID card for anyone interested in shooting this season. A shooting membership and safety course is offered by St. Charles Sportsmen’s Club Saturday, September 16 at 9:45 a.m. and is required to participate. Existing shooters’ first practice is Tuesday, September 12 at 5:45 p.m. and new members begin Saturday, September 16 at 11:45 a.m. Hope to see you there!

For more information, contact Mr. Ellis or Mr. McCallum

Last Chance for Senior Pictures
Lifetouch will return one final time for senior pictures on September 12, from 12:00-2:00 p.m. Click here for more information if you haven’t taken your photos yet.

Student Drop-Off
Thank you for your patience and grace as we navigate the construction traffic. One request – When dropping your student off in the Central Lot please pull forward toward the Warrior Dome as space allows. Thank you!

Campus Map

College Corner

PSAT Wednesday, October 11
An email went home this week regarding the details of the PSAT next month. You may click here for additional details of the day, and you may click here for the 2023 PSAT student guide. Please note the bell schedule for October 11 & 12 – we will have school after the testing which is different from previous years. Seniors should plan to arrive for first period class. Please contact Gina Churchill if your student will miss the test day and you are interested in scheduling a make-up.

Wednesday, October 11
8:00 – 11:00    PSAT NMSQT and PSAT 8/9
(Seniors arrive for 1st period at 11:50 am)
11:00 – 11:45    Lunch
11:50 – 1:05      Period 1
1:10 – 1:40        Community Time
1:45 – 3:00      Period 2

Thursday, October 12
8:00 – 9:10      Period 3
9:16 – 10:26     Period 4
10:32 – 11:42    Period 5
11:50 – 12:28    Lunch
12:34 – 1:44     Period 6
1:50 – 3:00      Period 7

AP Testing Timeline and Deadlines
Please click here for important AP Test timeline information including signing up for tests and test payment.

September 1, 2023

Upcoming Events

WA Men’s Prayer
Saturday, September 9
8:00 am
Alumni White 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, September 9. This month we will hear from Wheaton Academy teacher Eric Bowling. Light refreshments are served.

Off-Campus Learning Day
Monday, September 11
Once again this year, we are excited to provide our students with the opportunity to participate in Off-Campus Learning Days. These days afford our students time for uninterrupted learning on days they typically would have off for in-service/teacher conferences. Additionally, our Off-Campus Learning Days will prepare our students to seamlessly continue in their classes during snow/inclement weather days.

Our first Off-Campus Learning Day this year will take place on Monday, September 11. Students should plan to allocate the same amount of time for schoolwork as they would for a traditional on-campus day (approximately 7 hours). Teachers will make expectations clear to our students, and they will be able to access all work via OnCampus. 

Glow Dance
Friday, September 15
9:30-11:00 pm
Student Council would like to invite all WA students to our annual Glow Dance on September 15. It is the night of our first home football game and the theme is Neon Night. The dance will be from 9:30-11:00 pm in the field house. It will include snacks, glow mini golf, and glow games. Tickets will be on sale in the atrium during lunch, September 11-15, for $15.00 and $20.00 at the door that night. Push coin is available. See you all at the football game!!

Save the Date: Tuesday, November 14, 2023
Alisa Childers
7:00 pm
FAC
How can we help equip our kids to have a Christian worldview in an increasingly secularized culture? Join us on November 14 to hear from author, singer, and apologist Alisa Childers. She will share tips about how Christian parents can teach their kids discernment by exposing them to bad ideas in an age-appropriate manner and teaching them to analyze media from a biblical perspective. There is no cost to attend, but registration is required. Please use this link to secure your registration https://wheaton.typeform.com/alisachilders.

General News

No School, Offices Closed
On Monday, September 4 there will be no school and offices will be closed to observe Labor Day. Enjoy the long weekend.

Meet our New Employees
Please click here to learn about our new Wheaton Academy employees for the 2023-2024 school year.

Trap Team
Parents, did you know that Wheaton Academy has a competitive precision team shooting club that meets on Tuesday evenings and Saturday middays in both the fall and spring seasons at the St. Charles Sportsmen’s Club in Elburn?

Trap Shooting is a team sport with a strong individual and team component designed to emphasize safety and improve accuracy when using firearms. 

At least one parent must have an active FOID card for anyone interested in shooting this season. A shooting membership and safety course is offered by St. Charles Sportsmen’s Club Saturday, September 16 at 9:45 a.m. and is required to participate. Existing shooters’ first practice is Tuesday, September 12 at 5:45 p.m. and new members begin Saturday, September 16 at 11:45 a.m. Hope to see you there!

For more information, contact Mr. Ellis or Mr. McCallum

Last Chance for Senior Pictures
Lifetouch will return one final time for senior pictures on September 12, from 12:00-2:00 p.m. Click here for more information if you haven’t taken your photos yet.

Student Drop-Off
Thank you for your patience and grace as we navigate the construction traffic. One request – When dropping your student off in the Central Lot please pull forward toward the Warrior Dome as space allows. Thank you!

Campus Map

College Corner

AP Testing Timeline and Deadlines
Please click here for important AP Test timeline information including signing up for tests and test payment.

August 25, 2023

Upcoming Events

School Pictures
School pictures are on Tuesday and Wednesday, August 29 & 30 in the Atrium. Please make sure your students stop by to take their photos for the yearbook.

Furnace Company Auditions
Furnace Company auditions are next week Monday, August 28, and Tuesday, August 29 after school. Sign up for a time on the Fine Arts Board just outside the Teacher’s Lounge. Application forms and more information can be found in OnCampus, in the Student Center on the Topics tab, inside the Furnace Company Topic. If you have questions, contact Mrs. Bailey or Mr. Jones.

Back-to-School Night
Thursday, August 31
6:30 pm
Parents, please mark your calendars for Back-to-School Night on Thursday, August 31. You will have the chance to walk your students’ schedules, meet their teachers, and hear from the Administration. You won’t want to miss out.

Save the Date: Tuesday, November 14, 2023
Alisa Childers
7:00 pm
FAC
How can we help equip our kids to have a Christian worldview in an increasingly secularized culture? Join us on November 14 to hear from author, singer, and apologist Alisa Childers. She will share tips about how Christian parents can teach their kids discernment by exposing them to bad ideas in an age-appropriate manner and teaching them to analyze media from a biblical perspective. There is no cost to attend, but registration is required. Please use this link to secure your registration https://wheaton.typeform.com/alisachilders.

General News

A Welcome from our Principal
This week has been full of excitement, fun, and learning. From Freshman Orientation to the first day of classes, to the Connect Retreats and special assemblies, we are thrilled to have our students back on campus for the new school year! As we seek to build community, we look forward to seeing students pursue excellence both inside and outside the classroom. Our prayer is that we will be a community that serves others. Ultimately, we want to see our students grow in their relationship with Jesus Christ this year, so that God may be given glory in all that happens here. 

If you have any questions or concerns throughout the year, please don’t hesitate to contact me or someone on our team.  We are grateful for you! – Kori Hockett

Meet our New Employees
Please click here to learn about our new Wheaton Academy employees for the 2023-2024 school year.

New Parent Orientation Resources
On Thursday, August 17 we hosted New Parent Night which was orientation for all Freshman and Transfer families. We enjoyed hearing from Leadership, meeting Parent Ambassadors, and creating connections within the school community before the start of the new year. If you were unable to attend, please refer to these links which reflect all the information presented that night. PowerPoints will also be available on the NPN resources webpage.  

2023-2024 Bell Schedule
To view the bell schedule for the 23-24 school year, please click here.

Last Chance for Senior Pictures
Lifetouch will return one final time for senior pictures on September 12, from 12:00-2:00 p.m. Click here for more information if you haven’t taken your photos yet.

One-Way Traffic Pattern on Campus
All traffic must enter campus only from Hawthorne and all traffic must exit only onto Prince Crossing. For more information about this traffic pattern, new drop-off/pick-up locations, and parking, please review the resources HERE: https://families.wheatonacademy.org/construction/.

Campus Map

Athletics

SWIMMING at Wheaton Academy 
Although Wheaton Academy does not have swim practices together, we do go to the Sectional Meet with students who practice and participate on club teams. Girl’s Swimming is in the fall (Sectional Meet on Saturday, November 4) and Boy’s Swimming is a winter sport (Sectional Meet on Saturday, February 17). If your son or daughter is interested in participating, please contact Mr. Mack at kmack@wheatonacademy.org. 

August 18, 2023

Upcoming Events

Tuesday, August 22, First Day of School
We are looking forward to our first day of school on Tuesday! Due to the new construction and traffic flow, please plan to leave 10 minutes earlier than you think you might need to get here.

General News

Back-to-School Information and Events
There are many events in the next weeks and details to complete before school begins on Tuesday, August 22. To find out information on Freshman Launch, Connect Retreats, and much more, please click on the links below.
New families click here.
Returning families click here.

New Parent Orientation
On Thursday, August 17 we hosted New Parent Night which was orientation for all Freshman and Transfer families. We enjoyed hearing from Leadership, meeting Parent Ambassadors, and creating connections within the school community before the start of the new year. If you were unable to attend, please refer to these links which reflect all the information presented that night. PowerPoints will also be available on the NPN resources webpage.  

2023-2024 Bell Schedule
To view the bell schedule for the 23-24 school year, please click here.

Last Chance for Senior Pictures
Lifetouch will return one final time for senior pictures on September 12 from 12:00-2:00 p.m. Click here for more information if you haven’t taken your photos yet.

Buy Your Books for 2023-2024
The bookstore is now live so if you haven’t done so already, please order your student’s books before the school year begins. Click here for a step-by-step process on how to order your books. Note to new students – you will want to make sure you pick up your Dell laptop from the Wheaton Academy IT office and set up your Wheaton Academy email – you will need this email to be able to purchase books.

One-Way Traffic Pattern on Campus
All traffic must enter campus only from Hawthorne and all traffic must exit only onto Prince Crossing. For more information about this traffic pattern, new drop-off/pick-up locations, and parking, please review the resources HERE: https://families.wheatonacademy.org/construction/.

Campus Map

Volunteer Corner

With construction underway, we have a new volunteer opportunity to help with our morning or afternoon drop-off and parking. Sign up to volunteer here.

Athletics

SWIMMING at Wheaton Academy 
Although Wheaton Academy does not have swim practices together, we do go to the Sectional Meet with students who practice and participate on club teams. Girl’s Swimming is in the fall (Sectional Meet on Saturday, November 4) and Boy’s Swimming is a winter sport (Sectional Meet on Saturday, February 17). If your son or daughter is interested in participating, please contact Mr. Mack at kmack@wheatonacademy.org. 

August 11, 2023

Upcoming Events

August at a Glance
We are excited about the new school year. There are many important events you won’t want to miss as we prepare to begin the year. Please click here to view these dates and events in August at Wheaton Academy.

Coaching, Conversations, Connections
The Center for Lifelong Learning is offering coaching for both parents and students providing space (in the Armour building) for conversations and connections before school starts.

45-minute sessions are available in August with certified executive functioning coach, Holly Taritas. She will provide executive functioning assessments for the parent and child. Great for middle school – high school.  If you are interested in starting the school year off strong by understanding why executive functioning skills matter sign up at Schedule – The Center for Lifelong Learning.

General News

Back-to-School Information and Events
There are many events in the next weeks and details to complete before school begins on Tuesday, August 22. To find out information on Freshman Launch, Connect Retreats, New Student Orientation, New Parent Orientation, and much more, please click on the links below.
New families click here.
Returning families click here.

2023-2024 Bell Schedule
To view the bells schedule for the 23-24 school year, please click here.

Last Chance for Senior Pictures
Lifetouch will return one final time for senior pictures on September 12 from 12:00-2:00 p.m. Click here for more information if you haven’t taken your photos yet.

Buy Your Books for 2023-2024
The bookstore is now live so if you haven’t done so already, please order your student’s books before the school year begins. Click here for a step-by-step process on how to order your books. Note to new students – you will want to make sure you pick up your Dell laptop from the Wheaton Academy IT office and set up your Wheaton Academy email – you will need this email to be able to purchase books.

One-Way Traffic Pattern on Campus
All traffic must enter campus only from Hawthorne and all traffic must exit only onto Prince Crossing. For more information about this traffic pattern, new drop-off/pick-up locations, and parking, please review the resources HERE: https://families.wheatonacademy.org/construction/.

Campus Map

Volunteer Corner

With construction underway, we have a new volunteer opportunity to help with our morning or afternoon drop-off and parking. Sign up to volunteer here.

Athletics

SWIMMING at Wheaton Academy 
Although Wheaton Academy does not have swim practices together, we do go to the Sectional Meet with students who practice and participate on club teams. Girl’s Swimming is in the fall (Sectional Meet on Saturday, November 4) and Boy’s Swimming is a winter sport (Sectional Meet on Saturday, February 17). If your son or daughter is interested in participating, please contact Mr. Mack at kmack@wheatonacademy.org. 

August 4, 2023

Upcoming Events

August at a Glance
We are excited about the new school year. There are many important events you won’t want to miss as we prepare to begin the year. Please click here to view these dates and events in August at Wheaton Academy.

Coaching, Conversations, Connections
The Center for Lifelong Learning is offering coaching for both parents and students providing space (in the Armour building) for conversations and connections before school starts.

45-minute sessions are available in August with certified executive functioning coach, Holly Taritas. She will provide executive functioning assessments for the parent and child. Great for middle school – high school.  If you are interested in starting the school year off strong by understanding why executive functioning skills matter sign up at Schedule – The Center for Lifelong Learning.

General News

Back to School Checklists
School begins Tuesday, August 22. Please be sure to visit the Back-to-School checklists to ensure you have completed all tasks before we start.
New families click here.
Returning families click here.

Last Chance for Senior Pictures
Lifetouch will return one final time for senior pictures on September 12 from 12:00-2:00 p.m. Click here for more information if you haven’t taken your photos yet.

Buy Your Books for 2023-2024
The bookstore is now live so if you haven’t done so already, please order your student’s books before the school year begins. Click here for a step-by-step process on how to order your books. Note to new students – you will want to make sure you pick up your Dell laptop from the Wheaton Academy IT office and set up your Wheaton Academy email – you will need this email to be able to purchase books.

One-Way Traffic Pattern on Campus
All traffic must enter campus only from Hawthorne and all traffic must exit only onto Prince Crossing. For more information about this traffic pattern, new drop-off/pick-up locations, and parking, please review the resources HERE: https://families.wheatonacademy.org/construction/.

Campus Map

Volunteer Corner

With construction underway, we have a new volunteer opportunity to help with our morning or afternoon drop-off and parking. Sign up to volunteer here.

Athletics

Parents who have children planning to try out for any Fall Sports must have their student’s Athletic Packet and a valid physical uploaded onto Magnus.  On August 7, when tryouts begin, if they are missing either of these forms loaded onto Magnus they will not be allowed to try out.  This is very important and must be completed…No exceptions. 

Please make sure you have covered these two forms for your student.  Thank you!   

July 28, 2023

Upcoming Events

Coaching, Conversations, Connections
The Center for Lifelong Learning is offering coaching for both parents and students providing space (in the Armour building) for conversations and connections before school starts.

45-minute sessions are available in August with certified executive functioning coach, Holly Taritas. She will provide executive functioning assessments for the parent and child. Great for middle school – high school.  If you are interested in starting the school year off strong by understanding why executive functioning skills matter sign up at Schedule – The Center for Lifelong Learning.

General News

Buy Your Books for 2023-2024
The bookstore is now live so if you haven’t done so already, please order your student’s books before the school year begins. Click here for a step-by-step process on how to order your books. Note to new students – you will want to make sure you pick up your Dell laptop from the Wheaton Academy IT office and set up your Wheaton Academy email – you will need this email to be able to purchase books.

One-Way Traffic Pattern on Campus
All traffic must enter campus only from Hawthorne and all traffic must exit only onto Prince Crossing. For more information about this traffic pattern, new drop-off/pick-up locations, and parking, please review the resources HERE: https://families.wheatonacademy.org/construction/.

Campus Map

Volunteer Corner

Volunteering is the best way to build community, make new friends, and create lasting relationships. Please click here to join us for a variety of opportunities where you can get involved

Athletics

Parents who have children planning to try out for any Fall Sports must have their student’s Athletic Packet and a valid physical uploaded onto Magnus.  On August 7, when tryouts begin, if they are missing either of these forms loaded onto Magnus they will not be allowed to try out.  This is very important and must be completed…No exceptions. 

Please make sure you have covered these two forms for your student.  Thank you!