Thursday Notes – April 25, 2024
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National Day of Prayer.
Next Thursday, May 2, is the National Day of Prayer. The theme is “Light Up the Word – Light Up the World,” and the verse is “For you are my lamp, O Lord, and my God lightens my darkness. For by You I can run against a troop, and by my God I can leap over a wall. This God—His way is perfect; the word of the Lord proves true; He is a shield for all those who take refuge in Him.” 2 Samuel 22:29-31. Students will take time throughout the day to stop and pray for our country. Please join us and others across the nation as we pray for the following aspects of our country: family, church, business, education, military, government, and arts/entertainment/media. We are so thankful we serve a God who hears our prayers and who is sovereign over all!
27th Scholarship Golf Outing
We’ve had a terrific response to our 27th Scholarship Golf Outing – so don’t miss out! Sign up today for 18 holes of GOLF on Monday, June 3, at beautiful Cantigny. Cost is $400 per golfer ($200 is tax-deductible) or $1,500 per foursome ($700 is tax-deductible).
What’s included? 18-hole Scramble, golf cart, forecaddie, gifts for each participant, free range balls, a great lunch, delicious dinner, and prizes. Take a look at the Brochure 2024 for all the details or click this link to go directly to the sign-up page.
Best of all – you are supporting a worthy cause – the Scholarship Fund which provides financial assistance for students who might not otherwise be able to receive a Christian education.
P.S. Consider being an EVENT SPONSOR! It’s a great way to promote your business! Your company’s name will be featured on our website, the golf course, on the large sponsor banner, and also on the program. If you would like more information, click here or contact Joanne DeGroot at 630.668.1385, ext. 201.
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LADIES, if you haven’t had the chance to attend the Brunch, you have been missing out! This has become a popular event to end the school year and celebrate the beginning of summer at beautiful Cantigny. It is the perfect place to enjoy time together with old friends and make new friends with a bonus of beautiful views from the patio! Brunch begins at 8:30 a.m. Sit a while, relax with a cup of coffee or tea and delicious buffet. Cost is $25 for brunch only.
If you like to golf, join in after brunch for the ladies 9-hole scramble. The special price of only $85 includes brunch and golf – carts included! ($25 of your registration is a tax-deductible gift to the WCGS Scholarship Fund).
Brunch only or brunch and golf… it’s a great way to end the school year and enjoy some great fellowship with friends! Click here to register.
Note – Women who prefer to play the complete 18-hole mixed event are still welcome to do so!
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See You Tuesday at Coffee with the Administrators!
Reserve your seat 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 26
Mid-Quarter
NO SCHOOL – Teacher Inservice
7:00 p.m. – WCGS Musical Performance – Annie
Saturday, April 27
3:00 p.m. – WCGS Musical Performance – Annie
Sunday, April 28
BIRTHDAY: Eric Johnson (6th Grade Teacher) and Paulino Rua (Maintenance)
Monday, April 29
Hot Lunch – Culver’s
Junior High Reading Program Forms Due
9:00-10:00 a.m. – Moms in Prayer (Commons)
4:00 p.m. – Girls’ Soccer Game vs. Schaumburg Christian (WCGS)
Tuesday, April 30
BIRTHDAY: Karen Kruse (3rd Grade Teacher)
Hot Lunch – Shane’s Deli
9:00-10:00 a.m. – Coffee with the Administrators (Courtyard)
12:35-2:45 p.m. – 8th Grade Graduation Gown Photos
3:30-4:45 p.m. – Grades 1-3 STEAM+ Club (Room 607)
4:00/5:00 p.m. – Girls’ Soccer Games vs. Stratford MS (WCGS)
7:00-8:00 p.m. – Kindergarten Round-up
Wednesday, May 1
BIRTHDAY: Josie Garrett (Student Services Coordinator – Grades 6-8)
Hot Lunch – Barone’s Pizza
7:45 a.m. – 5th Grade Leaves for Outdoor Ed (Timber-lee, Wisconsin)
3:30-4:45 p.m. – 4th Grade Helping Hands Project (Commons)
Thursday, May 2
National Day of Prayer
5th Grade at Outdoor Ed (Timber-lee, Wisconsin)
9:00 a.m. – Women’s Bible Study (Gospelife Church) – Last One
3:30-4:45 p.m. – Grades 4-8 Robotics Club (Room 607)
4:00 p.m. – Girls’ Soccer Game @ Benjamin MS
Friday, May 3
8:50-10:40 a.m. – 6L and 1/2 6J Trip to Waste Water Treatment Plant (West Chicago)
9:00 a.m.- 12:00 p.m. – 1st Grade Trip to Morton Arboretum
9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. – 8th Grade Spanish Trip to Mexican Art Museum
10:05-11:50 a.m. – 6F and 1/2 6J Trip to Waste Water Treatment Plant (West Chicago)
3:30 p.m. – 5th Grade Returns from Outdoor Ed
3:30-5:00 p.m. – Junior High Worship Night and Backyard BBQ (Grades 6-8)
Nurse Notes
Time to Make Appointments for Physicals
Now is a great time to schedule physicals for your students.
- All students entering kindergarten and 6th grade will need a physical prior to August 1, 2024.
- All students grades 5-8 who plan to play a sport will need a new physical prior to start date of their sport.
Please refer to our website with the current forms and guidelines.
Medical Requirements – Wheaton Christian
STEAM+ Notes
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.
Notable Notes
Annie Tickets
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). The show is sold out! If you have any tickets to donate back to the school, or if you would like to be added to a “waiting list” for tickets that might get released for purchase, please contact Shannon McDonald.
Community Corner
Wheaton College Basketball Camp
Day Camp for boys and girls in grades 1-4 will be held August 5-9 from 9:00-11:00 a.m. Cost: $140. Day Camp for boys and girls in grades 5-8 will be held August 5-9 from 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Cost $250. Register online here.
Executive Functioning Class and Coaching
The Center for Lifelong Learning is hosting an executive functioning class this summer. The class will be at lunch over the first two weeks of summer school. Geared toward incoming freshman and sophomores, we will focus on executive functioning strengths and weaknesses (panning/prioritizing, organization, time management, task initiation, and metacognition).
Dates:
Tuesdays – June 11 & 18, from 12:15-12:45.
Thursdays – June 13 & 20, from 12:15-12:45.
We will meet at The Center in the Armour Building on Wheaton Academy’s campus (they can bring their lunch).
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The Center for Lifelong Learning is offering coaching this summer for both parents and students providing space (in the Armour building) for conversations and connections.
45-minute sessions are available with our certified executive functioning coach, Holly Taritas. She will provide executive functioning assessments for the parent and child. If you are interested in this class or coaching, sign up at: Schedule – The Center for Lifelong Learning
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!
