September 12, 2025

Upcoming Events

WA Men’s Prayer
Saturday, September 13
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 on Saturday, September 13. This month, we will hear from Wheaton Academy teacher Justin Swider. Light refreshments are served.

Parenting Through Spiritual Struggle – Parent Seminar

Saturday, September 13
9:30-11:00 am
Student Union
Are you concerned about the spiritual health of your teenager? Do they seem apathetic about faith, prayer, church, and spiritual conversations?  I want to invite you to join me for an important Parent/Grandparent Seminar hosted by Wheaton Academy in West Chicago. 

You will be equipped with biblical principles and practical ways to build a stronger relationship with your teen and point them to Jesus. This event is completely free, refreshments will be provided, and pre-registration is required at www.visionaryfam.com/wa. Invite some friends to join you!

General News

Parent Input Requested for Head of School Search 
Complete by September 26
The Wheaton Academy Board of Trustees has begun the process of gathering stakeholder input for the new Head of School search. The Board wants to hear from you as parents, and they ask that you complete this online survey to share your input on the next Head of School. Your answers will remain confidential and anonymous. 

The Board cares deeply about your direct, honest feedback as parents. We do ask that you complete the survey by Friday, September 26 so the task force can consolidate the input into action steps.

Thank you for your time, prayers, and investment in this process. You can read more about the Head of School search here. 

Senior Picture Make-Up
There is a make-up day for seniors to take their senior portraits with Prestige on September 24 from 8:00-1:00. No appointment is needed. Prestige will be set up in the atrium and seniors can stop by any time from 8:00-1:00. This is a yearbook-only picture, so there will not be a cap and gown or outfit change option. Students are encouraged to dress nicely for their senior photo. If your student has already taken their photo with Prestige or another company, please disregard this message. They are good to go! Please reach out to Ms. Rusthoven (krusthoven@wheatonacademy.org) with any questions. 

Senior Trip Deadline
Parents of seniors, you should have received an e-mail containing information about the senior trip. If you did not, please contact Jim Holtrop.

The deadline for sign up and down payment is September 19. Please sign up by making your down payment by that date.

The payment schedule is as follows:

  • September 19, 2025: Non-refundable down payment of $750.00
  • October 24, 2025: Non-refundable second payment of $550.00
  • November 21, 2025: Non-refundable third payment of $500.00

All payments will be made through our Managed Missions Program for ease of payment. This system will allow you to pay on the due dates or make payments that fit your budget schedule. You will receive a future email inviting you to join Manage Missions and set up your payments. 

The trip costs $1,800.00 per student. The cost includes airfare, lodging, park admission, breakfasts, lunches, and dinners. To keep the cost at a minimum, the school will not be including trip insurance. If you would like to add trip insurance for your child, you may purchase it separately through our insurance provider, Wanderwell. Insurance information can be found here: Travel Insurance Sample Content resource page. You can purchase the insurance here:  https://www.gowanderwell.com/affiliate/wheaton-academy-march-2026.

Also, a real ID is required by any traveler over 18 years old. Please make an appointment to get one if your senior will be 18 at the time of the trip.

Winterim 2026 Trip Applications DUE: Friday, September 19, by Midnight
We have 5 trips still open for Winterim 2026. Please visit this website for more information and reach out to Amy Heavey with any further questions.

Homecoming Events

For all homecoming events, date and times and information we have created a homecoming webpage. To see details for the whole week click the button below.

2025 Homecoming Webpage

Homecoming Volunteers Needed for Alumni and Wheaton Academy Events
We have many opportunities for our WA families to serve our WA community. Whether it’s helping with Alumni Events or with Student Activities, there is a place for you to serve! Please click here to see all the available days and times. Thank you in advance for your help!

Homecoming Tailgate Volunteers Needed
Thursday, October 2
5-8 pm.
Project LEAD is excited to announce the annual Tailgate. 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 soccer game! 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. Please reach out to Melanie Marr (mmarr@wheatonacademy.org) with any questions. We are excited to see you there!

Sign Up for Tailgate

Community Family Picnic
Friday, October 3
5:30-9 pm
Wheaton Academy is inviting all families to their Second Annual Family Picnic on Friday, October 3, as part of their Homecoming Activities. The event will be from 5:30 -9:00 pm. This year we are adding new things for the children. FREE pony rides, camel rides, petting zoo, bounce houses, face painting, and balloon sculptures. Burger 302, Billy Bricks Pizza, Dirty Dough Cookies, and The WA Shack will be serving from their food trucks! A live band will be performing 50’s and 60’s classics, and the football game will start at 7:30 as well.  We have it all for a night of family fun!! Come out for dinner, fellowship, and football!!

Homecoming Fall Informal
Saturday, October 4
7:00-9:30 pm
The student activities team would like to invite the entire student body to the fall informal on Oct. 4. Our annual event will be held in the parking lot from 7:00 – 9:30 pm. The night will include multiple food trucks, carnival games, the Pirate Ship Swing, mechanical bull, and our homecoming dance. This year we will also have line dance instruction. Tickets will be on sale September 29- October 3, at lunch. The cost is $40.00 during the week and $45.00 at the door. Push coin is available for pay. Students may bring a guest from another school, after filling out the permission form available at the front office. 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!

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. 

Coming Up This Month: 

  • Parent Workshop – Supporting Executive Functioning in High School 
    September 17, 7:00–8:00 pm | Academic Building Join us for a practical, parent-focused workshop led by Holly Taritas, designed to equip families with tools to support organization, time management, task initiation, and study skills at home. This event is free and open to all WA families, with a special invitation for parents of new students. Happening alongside the student worship night, it’s an easy way to make the most of your time on campus. RSVP here. 
  • College Essay Writing Workshop – Join us for a dynamic workshop helping seniors craft authentic, standout college essays. Grounded in narrative identity theory, sessions guide students to reflect on meaningful experiences and translate them into compelling stories. With two fall sessions available, participants will complete a polished, admissions-ready essay in time for Early Action and Early Decision deadlines. This workshop includes four 75-minute group sessions and one 90-minute small group coaching session. RSVP here.
  • ACT & SAT Subject Driven Intensives – The Center is offering Science (ACT only), Math, and English/Reading Workshops this fall.
    • Science: Wednesdays, 3:30-4:30 pm, 10/29, 11/5, 11/12, 11/19, 12/3. Cost $550. Master the ACT Science section with practical strategies to tackle data, charts, and experimental design. Build speed and accuracy through guided drills and expert coaching. Register here.
    • Math: Mondays, 3:30-5:30 pm, 11/3, 11/10, 11/17, 11/24, 12/1. Cost $600. Tackle both ACT and SAT math with confidence. Strengthen core concepts, problem-solving speed, and test-taking strategies in an interactive, in-depth 90-minute session each week. Register here.
    • English/Reading: 3:30-4:30 pm, 11/4, 11/11, 11/18, 11/25, 12/2. Cost $550. Sharpen your grammar, reading comprehension, and pacing for both ACT and SAT. Learn strategies to boost your confidence and score with targeted instruction and guided practice. Register here.

We offer various events and workshops throughout the year for both parents and students. To see a list of upcoming opportunities, visit our “Upcoming Events” page on our website. 

Year-Round Services Include: 

Let’s start the year strong—together. 
Visit our website to schedule a session, register for an event, or learn more.

Athletics

Athletics is offering a limit time offer to all Wheaton Acadamy families to order from Golf Direct Now and receive 10% off your order, please use the link and discount code below, this offer will expire on 10/14. 

https://golfdirectnow.com/Discount code: WA10 (use this code to get 10% off your purchase, the 10% you save will go back to Wheaton Academy)