Episode 1
Why Wheaton Academy?
Welcome to Wheaton Academy’s Parent Ambassador podcasts. Hear an authentic perspective of the academic programs, co-curricular opportunities and enduring relationships among students and teachers from two of our Parent Ambassadors: Maria Calabria-McHugh and Annette Murphy-Conti
Episode 2
Building Confidence Through Opportunity
The many opportunities at WA allow students to thrive and grow both in and out of the classroom. Hear from Gretchen Hupke whose son moved from public school to Wheaton Academy his Freshman year. Learn how he used these opportunities to challenge himself to try new things and the confidence that resulted from discovering new talents.
Episode 3
The Seasons of Science
There are many ways to approach a science credit in any season of the academic year. Learn from Luke Regan, the Head of our Science Department, the different courses offered during the academic year and summer school. In addition learn about the MASTER program (the Wheaton Academy STEM).
Episodes 4 & 5
Homeschool to High School
Hear from 2 families who homeschooled their children from K-8 and have now entered the school system at Wheaton Academy freshman year. Heather Karlson and Julia Handy provide important information in this two-part series about their experiences.
Part 1: The Decision Process
Heather and Julia talk in depth how they reached the decision to send their children to WA.
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Part 2: How to Prepare your Student and Transcript Tips
The conversation continues and we discuss how to prevent first day jitters, give details on dress code at WA and bonus tips on how to prepare a Transcript for the application process.
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Episodes 6 & 7
The Value of a Christian Education
Christian education is not just a cost, it is an investment in your student’s future. Hear from Jennifer and David Ochs who are Wheaton Academy alumni and have sent their 4 children here for high school. It is a rewarding dialogue full of great advice and a measure of good humor as we discuss finances.
Part 1: Christian Education is an Investment
Learn about the college readiness distinctives, dual credit, ways to maximize your course options and how to help your student succeed.
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Part 2: Tuition Moments
Hear how the Ochs family celebrates their investment by recognizing “Tuition Moments”.
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