May 29, 2026

Upcoming Events

Moms in Prayer
Tuesday, March 24
1:30-2:30 pm 
Atrium
The women of Wheaton Academy regularly meet to pray for our school. Please join us on Tuesday, March 24 for our next prayer time. Please sign in at the front desk when you arrive. 

WA Men’s Prayer
Saturday, May 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 on Saturday, May 9. This month, we will hear from Ben Thorson. Light refreshments will be served.

Moms in Prayer Spring Brunch
Tuesday, May 12
12:00 pm
Join us for the Moms in Prayer Spring Brunch on Tuesday, May 12 at 12:00 pm. This is a wonderful opportunity to gather in fellowship and pray for our students, teachers, and school community. Click here more information and to RSVP. 

Baccalaureate Service
Friday, May 29
7:00 p.m.
Fine Arts Center
Please join us for a time of worship and prayer over our graduating seniors.

Photographer Molly Grace Bornfriend will be set up in front of the White Chapel on May 29 from 4:30 – 6:45 p.m. for individual senior portraits. You’re welcome to step into the frame with your graduate for a family photo as well! 

After the event, you’ll receive a link to download your student’s images at no cost.
Use this form to let us know if you’re coming: https://wheaton.typeform.com/to/ALDop3xV
Registration is not required, but your RSVP helps us to anticipate you!

Commencement Ceremony
Sunday, May 31
3:00 p.m.
Wheaton College, Edman Chapel
The commencement ceremony will be at Wheaton College. There will be no limit on seating for families, and no tickets will be needed to attend.

Summer Academy
Morning classes: 
8:00 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.
Afternoon classes:
12:45 – 5:00 p.m
All-day classes: 
8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Summer Academy starts Monday, June 8. 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. For full details on Summer Academy, please click here.

General News

Celebrate Steve Bult
Please join us as we celebrate Steve Bult’s faithful service to Wheaton Academy and the legacy he has built over two decades of leadership. If you’d like to encourage Steve, please share a memory or submit a photo here. Additionally, join us on Saturday, May 30 from 3-5 p.m. for a program and dessert reception. RSVP here. 

Book Return for 25-26 School Year
If you rented books from eCampus, it is your responsibility to return your books.

  • Go to https://wheatonacademy.ecampus.com/. Select the Login/Sign Up button in the top right corner. Enter your login information (student’s walearner email) and click Sign In & Continue to access your account.
  • Once you have logged in to your account, select Manage My Rentals/Returns from the menu bar.
  • Select Return My Rental for Free.
  • Rental textbooks that are eligible for return will be displayed. Select the textbooks you would like to return, and click Print Label & Complete Return.
  • Print the prepaid UPS shipping label and packing slip. Once printed, place the packing slip in a box, making sure that the books are packed securely, and affix the UPS shipping label to the outside of the box. Take the package to your local UPS shipping location, and you’re done.

PushCoin for New Students 
Parents should have received a PushCoin code for their new freshman or transfer student this week. If you do not see it, please check your spam folder. The email will come directly from PushCoin and will include the code you need to create an account and add money for lunches.

On Mission Here at Home:
The WA International Program is currently looking for a few more families to host international students for the 2026–2027 school year.  We invite you to prayerfully consider partnering with us. Please contact Marlina Visker (mvisker@wheatonacademy.org or 630.562.7573) to learn more about being a host family for a student attending Wheaton Academy.

From the Nurse’s Office
Back-to-school forms are available online and must be completed for all returning and new students. These forms are available in August Schools; our heath information portal located under the Families tab in OnCampus. Incoming freshmen and transfer students are required to provide a physical examination form and immunization record. All students in the Class of 2027 must submit proof of a second meningococcal vaccine. Any student planning to participate in a fall sport must have a current physical on file by August 11. If your child’s current physical is still valid, you may upload it now; however, a new physical must be submitted before the current one expires, which is 395 days after the date of the exam.

If you have any additional questions, please email Jenn Sezonov jsezonov@wheatonacademy.org.

Summer Serve 
Come and serve at Wheaton Academy this summer! Summer Serve provides an opportunity to volunteer in a variety of capacities to make an impact on the presentation of our school facilities and help with projects to control costs and allow for a smooth transition into the fall. Summer serve will be June 16-18 and July 7-9. You can sign up for just a day, or come for more, as we get the school ready for the next school year! Sign up using this form to join us this summer. 

Senior Graduation Details

Address Updated?
Parents, please make sure your address in OnCampus is correct. We mail home diplomas after graduation and don’t want any to get lost in the mail if you have moved or will be moving.

Dell Laptop Return
All seniors must return the Dell Latitude laptop, charger, and pen clean and in good condition at the latest by 11 am on Friday, May 29. Laptops can be returned at the I.T. office, 8 am to 4 pm Monday through Friday. Promptly returning the devices helps us get them ready for the incoming freshmen who will be starting summer school.  Unfortunately, there is no option to purchase the device this year. Please remove any stickers that you have put on the device (leave the serial number and Windows stickers). If the laptop has been damaged there is a $150 fee for accidental damage, payable via PushCoin.  If necessary, please also fund PushCoin $34 for a missing pen, $18 for a missing charger

Jostens Pictures Available
Jostens will have graduation photos available for purchase after the ceremony. Jostens also has an advanced pay option.

Purchase an optional AdvancePay credit before the ceremony. This gives you free shipping on your order of $35+ after the event.   PRE-ORDER NOW. Once your event images are ready, please allow 2-3 business days for processing. You’ll receive a text when they are ready to view and order.

If purchased, your AdvancePay credit will be applied to your order! Just sign in with your phone number at checkout.   Text 19823GY26 to 90738* or visit https://my.photoday.com/g and enter your phone number followed by your access code to get started.

Click here to visit our Seniors 2026 webpage. It includes all important information and dates for seniors. 

AP Test Information
Please click here for all information regarding AP tests and registration deadlines.

Yearbook Orders
Order your 2025-2026 yearbook today! Yearbooks will be available for purchase until May 31, 2026. Please follow this link to order. Please reach out to Ms. Rusthoven (krusthoven@wheatonacademy.org) with any questions. Thanks! 

Interested in Wheaton Academy—apply today!
Good news! Our Wheaton Academy Admissions office has received a record number of applicants this fall, and we anticipate a full school again this year. If you have any friends who are considering WA or on the fence, please urge them to finish the application process as soon as possible.

Encourage your friends to submit an application as a first step. Knowing a family’s interest now helps us tremendously and helps them avoid a potential wait pool situation this spring.

Please contact Amy Burdett, Admissions Coordinator, or Amy Hogan, Director of Admissions, with any questions or helpful insights!

REAL ID Needed for Senior Trip Flights
If your child is attending the Senior Trip and will be 18 years old at the time of travel, please be sure to have a real ID or a passport for boarding. This is now required to travel domestically.

From the travel website:
Illinois residents 18 and older who plan to fly domestically, or access certain federal facilities will need a REAL ID by May 7, 2025. If you do not get a REAL ID, you will need another federally accepted form of identification, such as a passport, to board a domestic flight or enter these facilities. 

Please make an appointment to get a real ID ASAP. We will not be able to get your child on the airline flights without the Real ID or Passport. 

The Center

The Center for Lifelong Learning

The Center for Lifelong Learning provides on-campus, personalized academic support to help students thrive. From executive functioning coaching and college testing preparation to subject tutoring, we’re here to partner with families and equip students for success this year. 

College Essay Writing Workshop
Friday, June 19
8 am – 12 p.m.
Cost: $450
Join us for a dynamic workshop helping seniors craft authentic, standout college essays in time for Early Action and Early Decision deadlines. Grounded in narrative identity theory, sessions guide students to reflect on meaningful experiences and translate them into compelling stories. In this 4-hour workshop, participants will brainstorm ideas, write their essays, and polish them with guided exercises, peer sharing, and expert feedback. An optional one-on-one coaching session is available afterward for additional support. Register here.

Summer ACT Classes – New This Summer!
Looking for a way for your student to prepare for the ACT this summer while still accommodating travel plans? Our new Summer ACT Class offers the perfect solution. Select sessions will be available online, providing flexibility for busy summer schedules.

This comprehensive 8-week course is designed to introduce students to the ACT while building confidence and test-taking skills. Students will learn proven strategies and tips for each section of the exam, along with effective techniques for independent practice at home.

To help measure growth and progress, students will take a full-length practice test during both the first and final sessions, allowing families to clearly see improvement over the course of the program

ACT Group Course Dates and Times:

  • Saturdays:
    • June 13, Online, Practice Test 9 am – 12 p.m.
    • June 20, In-person, Academic Building room 100, 9-10 a.m.
    • June 27, in-person, Academic Building room 100, 9-10 a.m.
    • July 11, Online, 9-10 a.m.
    • July 18, Online, 9-10 a.m.
    • July 25, Online, 9-10 a.m.
    • August 1, In-person, Academic Building room 100, 9-11 a.m.
    • August 8, Online, Practice Test 9 am – 12 p.m.
  • Price: $700, Sign-up before June 5 for an early-bird discount of $650.
  • Click here to register.

Build Habits for High School Success
June 16, 18, or 23 • 12:15–12:45 p.m. • $100
Choose one date during the Summer Academy lunch break (bring your lunch!).
Help your student start high school strong! Certified Executive Functioning Coach Holly Taritas will guide students in building key habits for time management, organization, study strategies, and stress reduction. Perfect for incoming freshmen and underclassmen. All materials included. Space is limited! Register here.

Year-Round Services Include: 

Visit our website to schedule a session, register for an event, or learn more.

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