Thursday Notes – September 5, 2024
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Fathers’ Prayer Breakfast
On Saturday, September 28, we will host our Fathers’ Prayer Breakfast from 7:30-8:30 a.m. in the Commons here at school. Whether you have attended before, or if this is your first time, we look forward to sharing a meal, hearing a devotional, and praying together as fathers in the WCGS community. It is a rich time and one that I hope you will consider joining. We will respect your time and dismiss by 8:30 a.m. so that you can continue on with your weekend. If you are able to attend on September 28, please RSVP to Lauren Fortosis by Monday, September 23, to help with breakfast planning.
Patriot Day.
Next Wednesday will mark the 23rd anniversary of 9/11, which is now referred to as Patriot Day. One of the 3000 people who perished during the 9/11 terrorist attacks in New York, Washington D.C., and Shanksville, Pennsylvania was a 1983 graduate of WCGS, Todd Beamer. Todd is remembered in part for his heroism and the words, “Let’s Roll!” We as a Wheaton Christian Grammar School community, pause to remember and honor the many who lost their lives or were impacted by the events 23 years ago. Please join us in prayer for those families and for the many who defend our freedom on a daily basis.
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Coffee with the Administrators
We’re saving you a seat! We would love for you to join us for our first Parent Series event, Coffee with the Administrators, on Tuesday, September 10, from 9:00-10:00 a.m. outside in the courtyard west of the playground. Come, enjoy an informal time with administration, meet other parents, and launch a great school year. Please sign up here if you plan to attend. We look forward to seeing you as we launch into another great school year!
Important Upcoming Dates
Friday, September 6
K-8 School Pictures
MAP Growth Testing (Grades 4-5, 6-8)
3:30-6:00 p.m. – Spartan Social
4:00 p.m. – Boys’ V Soccer @ Benjamin MS
4:00 p.m. – Girls’ JV VBall @ Benjamin MS
5:00 p.m. – Boys’ JV Soccer @ Benjamin MS
5:00 p.m. – Girls’ V VBall @ Benjamin MS
Monday, September 9
Q1 Hot Lunch Begins – Chick-fil-A
MAP Growth Testing (Grades 4-5)
9:00-10:00 a.m. – Moms in Prayer Begins (Room 605)
4:00 p.m. – Boys’ JV Soccer @ Jefferson MS (Villa Park)
7:00 p.m. – Board Meeting
Tuesday, September 10
Hot Lunch – Jersey Mike’s
MAP Growth Testing (Grades 2-3)
9:00-10:00 a.m. – Coffee with the Administrators (Courtyard)
3:30-5:00 p.m. – Robotics Team (Room 607)
4:00 p.m. Girls’ JV VBall @ Aurora Christian
5:00 p.m. Girls’ JV VBall @ Aurora Christian
6:00 p.m. – Girls’ V VBall @ Aurora Christian
Wednesday, September 11
Patriot Day
Hot Lunch – Barone’s Pizza and Pasta
9:15 a.m. – Women’s Bible Study Begins (Amy Paglia’s home)
9:45 a.m. – Grades 3-5 Chapel
10:45 a.m. – Grades 6-8 Chapel
11:45 a.m. – Grades K-2 Chapel
4:00 p.m. – Boys’ V Soccer @ Harvest Christian (Elgin Sports Complex)
Thursday, September 12
MAP Growth Testing (Grades 2-3)
3:30-4:30 p.m. – Chess Club (Rooms 604 & 608)
3:30-5:00 p.m. – Robotics Team (Room 607)
4:00 p.m. – Co-Ed Cross Country Meet @ Benjamin MS
4:00 p.m. – Boys’ V Soccer vs. Christian Liberty (WCGS)
4:00 p.m. – Girls’ JV VBall vs. Christian Liberty (WCGS)
5:00 p.m. – Girls’ V VBall vs. Christian Liberty (WCGS)
Friday, September 13
MAP Growth Testing (Grades K-1)
9:30 a.m.-2:00 p.m. – 8th Grade Challenge (Fox Valley Christian Action, St. Charles)
3:00-4:00 p.m. – Auxiliary Used Clothing Sale
STEAM+ Notes
Tomorrow is Zero Waste Day
Every Friday will be a Zero Waste Day. This means that students should use reusable containers and avoid plastic bags and other single use items. Students are encouraged to compost fruits and vegetables and recycle that day. Our goal is to help students reduce or eliminate garbage on Fridays. Please talk to your child about bringing home any uneaten or sealed food. Can you help your child pack a lunch that uses reusable or recyclable containers?
WCGS Recycling Program
As we continue to care for the resources that God has given us, we will continue our partnerships with SCARCE and TerraCycle. These are two organizations that locally and globally support school recycling and environmental sustainability. This is a student driven, community focused initiative through the Creation Care Club that invites all K-8 students and families to participate in.
The following items will be collected this school year:
- Plastic Bread Tabs
- Crayons
- Pop Tabs
- All brands of squeezable snack plastic pouches and caps (must be emptied with lid)
All collections, grades K-8, will take place at lunch time. For more information, please contact Mrs. Jacqueline Lauriat, STEAM+ Coordinator.
Notable Notes
Spartan Social
The Spartan Social is TOMORROW, September 6, and in order to host this awesome event, we need YOUR help! There are SEVERAL volunteer opportunities available.
Junior High Students — we need your help too! We are looking for Junior High students to volunteer at the Sticker Art Station! If your child is interested (and maybe you’re interested in assisting too!), please consider signing up.
Sign up HERE if you are able to help! Thank you in advance for helping to make this event a success! Questions? Contact the Special Events Committee.
2025-2026 Admissions Applications
We love welcoming siblings of our current students! Applications for admissions for 2025-2026 are available on FACTS Family Portal. Current WCGS families will have priority in admissions if the application is submitted by September 30, 2024. Please contact Admissions Director, Kim Norbeck, if you have any questions about the admissions process.
School Pictures
Picture Day is Tomorrow, September 6, during normal school hours. Please see the attached flyer from JostensPIX for more details about what to wear (no green!) and how to order. Parents will receive emails directly from JostensPix to the addresses you provided to WCGS with reminders and notifications. Photos will be shipped directly to your home! Previewing, personalization, ordering, and payment will all take place online at jostenspix.com. Please note that all students will be photographed for the yearbook, but there is no obligation to make a purchase. If a student is absent on picture day, re-takes will take place on Monday, October 7.See the attachment here for more information. If you have any questions about picture day, please contact Shannon McDonald.
IESA Boys’ State Sectional Golf Results
Our golf team participated in the State Sectional A Tournament in Rockford yesterday. The team (Lucas Burkhart, Jayelyn Clousing, Mason Erickson, Connor Hayes, Hunter Levon, and Cole Pfleeger) placed fourth out of the thirteen teams in our Sectional. The boys gained valuable experience that allowed them many growth opportunities competing at the State level. We are happy to report that Lucas Burkhart shot an even par 71 to win (first out of eighty-eight participants) the Sectional and advance to the State Tournament at Metamora Golf Club in Metamora, IL next Friday, September 13. Congratulations to Lucas and all the of boys. We are proud of them. They represented you and our school well. Go Spartans!
Backpack Donation
Looking for a place to donate your gently used backpacks? Bring them to WCGS and place them in the utility tote labeled Serve for Hope Uganda located just inside Door #1. Leonard and Lauren Matovu (parents of Joelle, 2S) founded and lead a ministry called Serve for Hope Uganda located in Namungoona, Uganda. Through a variety of programs, the Matovus and their team in Uganda aim to share the love of Christ and provide quality education to students in need. One way this is accomplished is by providing backpacks filled with school supplies which will be distributed at the start of the Ugandan school year (late January/early February). Thanks for your partnership in sharing the love of Christ and providing quality education for students in need!
Community Corner
Family Picnic
Wheaton Academy is inviting all families to their Family Picnic on Friday, September 27. This is part of their Homecoming Activities. The event will be from 5:30-8:00 p.m. There will be FREE bounce houses, face painting, and balloon sculptures. Burger 302 and Billy Bricks Pizza will have dinner for sale from their food trucks! And the football game will start at 7:30 as well. We have it all! Come out for dinner, fun, and football!!
FCA Basketball – Girls Only!
This camp is designed to help the girls grow their skills, IQ, athleticism, and love of the game of basketball. This is the perfect prep for girls looking to play on a school team. Ball handling, shooting, team play, speed and agility.
Lead Coach – Kurt Vahle, WA Head Varsity Girls Coach
Dates: Monday’s September 16 through October 28 (seven sessions)
Times: Grades 3-5 – 6:00-7:00 p.m.
Grades 6-8 – 7:00-8:00 p.m.
Location: Wheaton Academy Field House main gym
