Thursday Notes – April 11, 2024

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Watch For It! It’s Coming to Your Email Box Soon!

YOUR invitation to the 27th Annual Scholarship Golf Outing on June 3 is coming soon! ALL the details you need to know for a splendid day at beautiful Cantigny, and it’s all to support families through the Scholarship Fund! Sponsorships are also available to promote your business!

Save the Date – Coffee with the Administrators

Please join us for our final Parent Series event, Coffee with the Administrators, on Tuesday, April 30, from 9:00-10:00 a.m. outside at the courtyard west of the playground. It will be a time to reflect on the school year, give feedback regarding our parent partnership, and share how we can support your family in the upcoming new school year. Please plan to grab a cup of coffee and join us! Register here to reserve your spot.

Important Upcoming Dates

Friday, April 12

BIRTHDAY: David Wright (Music Teacher)

MAP Growth Testing (Grades 4-8)

Staff Appreciation Week

Zero Waste Day

6:30 p.m. – Faculty/Staff Appreciation Dinner (Cantigny Golf Club)

Monday, April 15

MAP Growth Testing (Grades K-3)

Hot Lunch – Culver’s

8:00-8:40 a.m. – Praise Team Rehearsal

9:00-10:00 a.m. – Moms in Prayer (Commons)

Tuesday, April 16

MAP Growth Testing (Grades K-3)

Food Drive

Hot Lunch – Shane’s Deli

1:15-3:25 p.m. – Concert Band and Orchestra Trip to Windsor Park

3:30-4:45 p.m. – Grades 1-3 STEAM+ Club (Room 607)

Wednesday, April 17

BIRTHDAY: Andrea Estabrook (Kindergarten Teacher)

MAP Growth Testing (Grades K-3)

Food Drive

Hot Lunch – Barone’s Pizza

8:00-8:40 a.m. – Praise Team Rehearsal

10:45 a.m. – Grades 6-8 Chapel

Thursday, April 18

MAP Growth Testing (Grades K-3)

Food Drive

9:00 a.m. – Women’s Bible Study (Gospelife Church)

1:15-2:45 p.m. – 3H Trip to Wheaton Academy

3:30-4:45 p.m. – Grades 4-8 Robotics Club (Room 607)

4:00 p.m. – Girls’ Soccer @ Timothy Christian

Friday, April 19

MAP Growth Testing (Grades K-3)

Popcorn Day

Zero Waste Day

Jr. High Decade Day

11:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. – Used Book Exchange (Library)

Saturday, April 20

7:30-11:30 a.m. – Board Retreat

Library News

Used Book Exchange

Our annual Used Book Exchange will occur on Friday, April 19, for all interested students. This is a chance for students to trade in books they no longer want and get some books that are new to them. There is a $5 fee to participate (or max $12/family), which helps to fund the summer reading program prizes. We have the biggest selection for students in grades K-6, but older students are always welcome to participate, too. We are always in need of more chapter books and books for older students, so if you have any of those to donate, we would greatly appreciate it! See the flyer for details.

We will also need help with this one-day event—for set-up, supervision, assisting “shoppers,” and pack-up. Please use this link to sign up for a shift. Thank you!

STEAM+ Notes

Solar Eclipse Recap

We are so thankful that God gave us a beautiful day to witness the solar eclipse. “The heavens declare the glory of God, and the sky above proclaims His handiwork” (Psalm 19:1 ESV). Talk with your child about God’s creativity and perfect design of creation as they reflect on this experience.

Creation Walk 

Mark your calendar for Wednesday, April 17, from 3:30-4:00 p.m.! Join Mrs. Lauriat and Creation Care Club students as they take you on a Creation Walk on the WCGS property. All students must be accompanied by a parent. Be prepared to walk about ¾ of a mile. We will start our walk in front of the building by the flagpole.

 

STEMCOM is April 27, 2024 from 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. 

STEMCON is a free, public outreach event designed to inspire and educate K-12 students in the fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics at the College of DuPage. This family-friendly event encourages scientific discovery through hands-on activities and demonstrations while providing the opportunity to learn about scientific careers from actual researchers, industry representatives and STEM educators. Click here for more information about the event: STEMCOM.

WCGS Robotics Summer Camp is FULL

Thank you for your great response. If you would like to be put on the wait list, please register here: Robotics Camp Registration.

Notable Notes

Annie Tickets On Sale Now!

The WCGS Junior High is proud to be presenting the Broadway musical hit, Annie, on Thursday, April 25 (7:00 pm), Friday, April 26 (7:00 pm), and Saturday, April 27 (3:00 pm). Tickets are available to the general public now and are going fast! The tickets are $13.00 and are available for purchase online through the school website on the Fine Arts Page.

WCGS Fine Arts Camp is FULL

Spotlight on Disney is this year’s theme for the WCGS Fine Arts Camp. Camp is being held June 17-21 and is for students entering grades 2-8 in the fall. Camp is now full. If you would like to be put on the wait list, please fill out and turn in a registration form (without payment). We will let you know if a spot opens.

Soccer Camp Held at WCGS This Summer 

Former US National team member, Marci Jobson, and former NCAA Division I head coach, Paul Jobson, bring their one of a kind, Warrior Way Soccer Camp, to Wheaton, IL…right here at WCGS on June 25 -28!  These camps provide a platform for young athletes to experience God in their game – where soccer training and kingdom training unite for an unforgettable experience.  The camps are designed for athletes ages 4-15.  There is a 1-hour option for students ages 4-9, and then a longer option for students ages 9-15.  Visit www.warriorwaysoccer.com/wheaton for more details and to register. Flyer available here.

Community Corner

Wheaton College Soccer Camp

Registration is available for the Wheaton College Soccer Camps. Camps are being held June 10-14, June 17-21, and July 15-19. Camp is held is day from 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. for all K-8th Graders. This camp will be led by Wheaton College Men’s Soccer coaching staff. Come have fun and learn new soccer skills in a Christ-centered environment this summer. Contact Steve McCrath at (630) 752-5123 with any questions. For more information see the camp brochure.

 

Cheer Opportunities at Wheaton Academy

Youth Cheer Camp – Open to Upcoming K-8th Graders

July 15-17 | 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

Register Here: https://wheatonacademy.org/camps/

Students will receive 9 hours of instructional time on cheer, dance, jumps, stunting, and tumbling. Camp will include daily performances, devotionals, awards, and a snack break. T-shirts will also be available for sale.

FCA Force Cheer – Open to Upcoming K-8th Graders

June 3 – July 24

Register Here: https://www.fcaforce.com/

We are also excited for our 2nd annual FCA Force Friday Night Lights season! The Force cheer team cheers for the Force football team at WA every Friday Night through June and July. We will practice on Mondays and Wednesdays. Participation on Force will also include FREE admission for our youth cheer camp!

FCA Lacrosse Mini Program

We are taking registrations for Spring MINIs (K, 1st, 2nd). We have a lot of fun, and it’s an easy way for the ‘lil ones to try lacrosse. We currently have 5 spots remaining. The first practice is Wednesday, April 24, at Wheaton Academy from 6.30-7.30 p.m. PDF flier.

For more information or questions, email Coach Beth (fcalaxchicagowest@gmail.com) or visit the FCA (Fellowship of Christian Athletes) Lacrosse Chicago website.