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WELCOME BACK STUDENTS!
We are so grateful to have them back on campus refreshed and 'roaring' to get back into classes, recreation, and outdoor experiences.
Thank you to all of the families who participated in the family-teacher conferences. We enjoy sharing with you and hearing from you about your students progress at Wasatch Academy.
FLU VACCINES
Dear Families,
Flu shot season is here. The Wellness Center will be offering flu shots to anyone who would like to receive the vaccine on Saturday, October 28th from 9:00am-12:00pm.
If you would like your student to receive a flu shot, please fill out the Influenza Informed Consent Form then email the completed form to wellnesscenter@wasatchacademy.org. You may also review the Flu Vaccine Fact Sheet for more information.
If you have provided us with your student's insurance information, we will submit it for coverage. Cost without insurance is $30.
Please let us know if you have any questions by contacting the Wellness Center at wellnesscenter@wasatchacademy.org or call 435-462-1419.
Kind Regards,
Ashley Austin
Wellness Center Director
THANKSGIVING BREAK
November 18th to 26th
For international students for whom traveling home is difficult during the break, there is a supervised excursion on a first-come, first-served basis. The total cost for the week is $1,400. Space is limited to 20 students who will stay in a vacation rental home for the week near Salt Lake City.
For questions and to sign up, contact Melissa Davis by Wednesday, October 25th.
ASTRO & OUTDOOR PHOTOGRAPHY IMMERSION
October 17th - 20th
Over three nights of camping in Moab, students will learn about night time photography, gaze at the stars, and connect with nature. They will have opportunities to photograph:
- Moab Landscape Images
- The Milky Way
- Star Trails
- Arches National Park
UTAH HISTORY AND GOVERNMENT
October 18th - 20th
Students will have the opportunity to explore significant historic sites around Utah and learn more about our state government. Activities include:
- A walking tour of our neighboring historic Spring City
- Tour the World War II Japanese American Relocation Center in Delta
- Visit the Cathedral of the Madeline in Salt Lake City
- Tour the State Capitol and have a scavenger hunt
- Visit with the Governor's Senior Education Advisor, Brittany Cummins
FALL SPORTS
For the full schedule, go to this Athletic and Recreation calendar link.
If you have questions, please contact Travis Madsen, Athletic Director, at travis.madsen@wasatchacademy.org
Athlete of the Week!
Cross Country athlete Jojo K. who came in 5th out of 40 runners in the State qualifying meet. He is heading to the State Tournament with teammate Karan M. on Tuesday, October 24th at 1:30pm at the Regional Athletic Complex in Salt Lake City. Go Tigers!
SNOWSPORTS
Snow is coming! Sign up your skiers/snowboarders for our Snowsports program. Our two options are the ten weekend Recreation Program and a three weekend "Just for Fun" at Brighton Resort. Click here for details on these programs. This information includes cost, dates and what is included. As time and snow permits, we will also go up to our Wasatch Academy Terrain Park on the Wasatch Plateau about 30 minutes from campus.
Please email Snow Sports Coach, Chris Nester with questions and/or to sign up for any of these programs. Deadline for signing up is Friday, November 10th!
RECREATION THIS WEEKEND
It's time to enjoy some Halloween decorating and recreation fun!
- Friday, Dungeons & Dragons in the Student Commons
- Friday, Make Floating Candles for the Halloween Dance (community service credit)
- Saturday fishing (outdoor credit)
- Saturday mountain biking (outdoor credit)
- Saturday, Frightmares at the Lagoon in Farmington
- Saturday, Evermore Park in Costumes in Pleasant Grove
- Sunday, Help with the Sustainability Council's Community Greenhouse (community service credit)
MUSIC CONSERVATORY RECITAL
October 26th
7:00 - 8:30pm
Our Fall Recital is designed for solos, duets, and small ensembles. Live stream is available here.
The following students will play classical, international traditional folk music, and more.
- Garrett R. on violin
- Annie Z. on Zhu-di (traditional Chinese flute) with Emma H. on clarinet
- Minkyung J. - viola
- Kell D. - piano
- Emma H. and Ryan H. - piano four hands
- Ali R. - voice
- Sasha M. - voice
- Lainey G. - piano
WASATCH ACADEMY REGIONAL EVENTS 2023
Join alumni, parents, and friends, and allow us to introduce our new Head of School, Dr. Anne-Evan Williams. We invite you to meet Dr. Williams, providing her with insights into the meaningful connections that tie you to our community.
- Phoenix, AZ - December 1
- New York City - December 5
- Alexandria, VA - TBD
Visit Wasatch Connect, the community events page on our website or Instagram for additional details and to register.
FAMILY DAY!
Friday, February 9th, 2024
On Friday, February 9th, we look forward to welcoming all families to campus for a peek into the daily lives of your student. Starting at 8:00am, you will have opportunities to participate in classes, meals, activities, and meet with the faculty and staff that are active daily in your student's experience here at Wasatch Academy. Please put this great event on your calendar. More details to follow in future Wasatch Weekly issues.
USEFUL LINKS
Find all of this information and more in the Parent Resources section of WasatchAcademy.org or follow the links below:
WASATCH CONNECT
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