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Photo by Owen M., yearbook photographer
BEAUTIFUL BRIGHTON POWDER
The Snowsports crew enjoyed snowflakes, sunshine, and good fun last weekend. They hit the mountain again this weekend for more!
SIGN-UP FOR FAMILY-TEACHER CONFERENCES
Family-Teacher conferences are being held using the Meet the Teacher video platform on the following dates:
- Monday, January 29
- Tuesday, January 30
- Wednesday, January 31
- Thursday, February 1
You should have received an email on Friday, January 12th, and again on Wednesday, January 17th with login information and instructions for scheduling an appointment with your student's teachers and advisor. If you have not received this email, please contact Sandy Hsia. We look forward to sharing your students' progress with you.
Day Student Families
Please note that on Tuesday and Wednesday during the conferences there will be no activity periods. Students will be released at 3:45pm on those days.
On Friday, February 9th, we look forward to welcoming all families to campus for a peek into the daily lives of your students. You can participate in classes, meals, and activities, and meet with the faculty and staff who are active daily in your student's experience. Find the schedule for the day here. After the day's activities, join us for our Lunar New Year Fireworks on the quad! Please take a moment and RSVP for the event BY FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 2nd.
If you intend to take your student off campus for the weekend, please advise the Dean of Students & Residential Life, Amie Mondragon, by email at deans@wasatchacademy.org.
RECREATION ACTIVITIES THIS WEEK
Friday
*Snowsports weekend at Brighton (outdoor credit)
*Decorate Student Center for Lunar New Year (community service)
Saturday
*Shopping at University Mall in Orem
*Shopping at Chinatown Market in Salt Lake City
*Ice Castles in Midway (cultural credit)
*Rad Tag laser tag in Pleasant Grove
Sunday
*As We Speak Sundance film viewing in the Tigers Den (cultural credit)
LAST WEEK TO PURCHASE YEARBOOK RECOGNITION ADS
Due February 1st, 2024
A great way to share in your student's high school memories is to give them a message and photos to remind them of their family every time they look through their yearbook. Click here for cost and ad information.
ACT & SAT PREPARATION
ACT, January 27th
SAT, February 3rd
Each spring, Wasatch Academy offers 10th and 11th-grade students an opportunity for guided preparation for the ACT and SAT. Today we are highlighting the online options with Revolution Prep. Rev Prep will be offering free ACT and digital SAT practice exams in late January and early February to our students. More information about this program and how to register may be found in this letter.
WINTER SPORTS
For the up-to-date schedule go to the Athletic and Recreation calendar.
Boys' Orange/Black Basketball
This team is a varsity basketball team in the Utah Schools Sports Association (USSA) league. Watch home games live here!
- Thursday, January 25th, 5:00pm, at City Academy
- Tuesday, January 30th, 5:30pm, at Paradigm High School
Boys' National Basketball
Follow the team on their website, on their league site EYBL Scholastic (formerly NIBC), and MaxPreps The team is taking a breather this week.
Swim Team
Follow our Region 16 swim team's progress here. Regular season meets finished Tuesday, January 23rd at home. Stay tuned for information on the upcoming Regional meets.
If you have questions, please contact Travis Madsen, Athletic Director.
Equestrian
Our western riders participate in Utah High School Rodeo Association (UHSRA) as well as many local and English events.
ATHLETE OF THE WEEK
Kelsey M. is our athlete of the week and this honor is well deserved. Kelsey is an enthusiastic member of the girls' basketball team. In the fall, she played volleyball. She supports the team with her energy and her positive attitude. Kelsey always gives the team her all. Go Tigers!
MARCH BREAK BEGINS FRIDAY, MARCH 1st
When making your student's travel plans, please note that March Break travel day is Friday, March 1st and students return on Monday, March 11th, 2024. Please submit your student's travel plans on this form.
SPRING BREAK FOR
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
Zion Ponderosa Ranch Resort
March 1st - 11th, 2024
International students who find traveling home difficult during the break, there is a supervised excursion on a first-come, first-served basis. The total cost for the week is $1,500. Food, lodging, and transportation are included.
For questions and to sign up, contact Ryan Anderson by Wednesday, February 21st.
Students will hike, ride horses, go canyoneering, climbing, play mini-golf, paintball, and more.
CLASS of 2024 (including postgraduates) COMMENCEMENT PLANNING
Commencement will be here before we know it! To assist in planning your stay in the Mount Pleasant area, click here for lodging options.
Friday, May 17th, 5:30 - 7:00pm: Join us for a casual dinner celebrating the class of 2024 and their families
Saturday, May 18th, 11:00am: Commencement followed by a luncheon in the Student Center
SUMMER AT WASATCH 2024
Is your student wanting to catch up on academic credits, enjoy new activities, and explore outdoor adventures this summer? Plans for a great Summer at Wasatch are underway. There are two options this year:
Summer Experience: Sunday, July 7 - Saturday, August 3
Summer Dash: Sunday, July 14 - Saturday, August 3
Learn more at https://wasatchacademy.org/summer-school or reach out to the admissions team at admissions@wasatchacademy.org or call 435-462-1400.
WEEKLY MENUS ARE NOW AVAILABLE!
Our kitchen team prepares six different weekly menus that rotate. The menu for the current week is posted on the website on the Parent Resources page under Helpful Information, Current Weekly Menu. Click here for the menu that starts Sunday, January 28th.
USEFUL LINKS
Find all of this information and more in the Parent Resources section of WasatchAcademy.org or follow the links here:
WASATCH CONNECT
For more photos from the Snowsports weekend join Wasatch Connect. This site provides a place to view photo albums of student events, participate in a live feed with the community, and connect with other families while managing your privacy. Sign up today at WasatchConnect.com.
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