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ASSEMBLY STARTS WITH TRIVIA!
Every Tuesday, all students and faculty gather for Assembly which is run by STUCO (our student council). These 30 minutes together are filled with important information for the week, learning opportunities like sharing about a country represented in our student body, and a message from Dr. Williams, head of school.
TRAVEL PLANS NEED
Please note the travel dates when planning your students flights. We will provide transportation to and from Salt Lake Airport so it's important that you provide us their flight information by completing the Travel Forms. For help with travel arrangements, please reach out to Abbi Kennedy, Travel Coordinator. Please submit the travel forms to Abbi with your student's Thanksgiving Break travel plans by this Friday, November 10th.
For useful information in planning your student's travel, please review this linked letter from Jonelle Larsen, Assistant Head of School for Academics.
- Thanksgiving Break [for the form, click here]
- Departure Day: Saturday, Nov 18, depart before 2:00pm
- Return to Campus Day: Sunday, Nov 26, arrive before 8:00pm
- Winter Break [for the form, click here]
- Departure Day: Saturday, Dec 16, depart before 2:00pm
- Return to Campus Day: Sunday, Jan 7, arrive before 8:00pm
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". Click here for details on these programs. This information includes cost, dates and what is included. As time and snow permits, we will also visit our Wasatch Academy Terrain Park on the Wasatch Plateau about 30 minutes from campus.
Please email Snowsports Coach, Chris Nester with questions and/or to sign up for any of these programs. Deadline for signing up is this Friday, November 10th!
2nd ANNUAL SANPETE CHALLENGE:
EDUCATION vs HUNGER
November 6th - November 13th
The five high schools in Sanpete County plus Snow College are competing to see who will raise the most in donations for the Sanpete Food Pantry. As a group, the high schools competing against Snow College. Each $2 donation covers the Food Bank's cost to provide a meal to a Sanpete County resident. Kid Packs feed a child for a weekend for around $10 each.
Our student government (STUCO) is leading our students' efforts to raise money for the local community. Please support them by making a donation.
Scan the QR code with the Wasatch logo or donate via Venmo and include #wasatchacademy in the Venmo note to support our students in winning this challenge!
Upcoming Class Meetings with the College Counselors!
The college counseling team will meet with students to make introductions and begin conversations about the path to college.
- Grade 9 - Nov 14 at 7:15 pm - College Bingo
- Grade 11 - Dec 12 at 7:15 pm - Meet Your Counselor
WINTER SPORTS
For the up-to-date schedule go to the Athletic and Recreation calendar. Students that want to participate on any of the winter teams should sign up as their Trimester 2 Activity Period. The deadline for sign up is Thursday, November 9th.
Boys' 2A/OB Basketball
Practices began on Monday, November 6th. Their first games are on Friday, November 17th.
Boys' National Basketball
On November 24th and 25th, over Thanksgiving Break, our team will play in the Holiday Hoopsgiving in Atlanta, GA. Visit their website for details and streaming information.
On National Letter of Intent day, Wednesday, November 8th, three of our senior national team players signed with top ranked universities. They are (left to right):
- Taj Degourville signed with San Diego State University - go Aztecs!
- John (Juni) Mobley, Jr. signed with Ohio State University - go Buckeyes!
- coach Paul Peterson
- Malick Diallo signed with Texas Christian University - go Frogs!
FALL SPORTS WRAPPING UP
Boys' Volleyball
Follow the team's progress here. State tournament games start Friday evening and will continue through Saturday. go Tigers!
- Friday, November 10th, 8:00pm at Wasatch High School in Heber City.
Athlete of the Week is Jayden L.!
Volleyball athlete Jayden L. is a key player on the boys' volleyball team. They head to the state tournament this Friday. Go Tigers!
Girls' Basketball
Practices began Monday, November 6th.
- Tuesday, November 14th, 7:00pm, Varsity at Pinnacle Canyon Academy
Swim Team
- Thursday, November 9th, 3:30pm, Manti Invitational Swim Meet, Snow College Activity Center Pool
If you have questions, please contact Travis Madsen, Athletic Director, at travis.madsen@wasatchacademy.org
PERFORMING ARTS IMMERSION
November 6th - 11th
Students will have the opportunity to see outstanding performances by some of the best dancers and opera signers in the country as well as tour the professional quality facilities at Utah Valley University in Orem.
- 11/8, UVU performing Hansel and Gretel Opera
- 11/11, Ballet West (Capitol Theatre) performing Firebird
RECREATION THIS WEEKEND
Friday
*Fan van to boys' volleyball state tournament game in Heber City
*Astro Photography Immersion Art Show in the Studio Arts Building (cultural credit)
*Movies in Ephraim
Saturday
*University Place Mall in Orem
*Help at a local thrift store (community service credit)
*Babysitting for faculty children in the Student Commons (community service credit)
*Chocolate macaron making demo with local baker. Meriel Frandsen
*Wichita Thunder at Utah Grizzlies hockey game at the Maverick Center in West Valley City
Sunday
*Chinatown Market and Ikea in Salt Lake City
FLY UTAH IMMERSION
November 11th & 12th
Students will visit Hill Airforce Base, Point of the Mountain in Lehi, and Fairview Canyon to learn about:
Flying planes
Flying helicopters
Paragliding
Kite skiing/boarding
Fine print: No actual flying is involved!
Students on the Pawsitive Impact Immersion put in some hard work last weekend helping animals in shelters and rescue facilities.
FORMAL DINNER WITH ADVISORS
Monday, December 11th
Students will join their advisors and peers for dinner, to take pictures with friends, and celebrate the many holidays of the season before Winter Break.
This is a formal dinner and students are encouraged to dress for the occasion. Formal attire such as slacks, dresses, sports coats, ties, skirts, business casual shirts, and the like are ideal. Please encourage your students to have something special to wear!
WASATCH ACADEMY REGIONAL EVENTS 2023
Join alumni, parents, and friends, and allow us to introduce our new Head of School, Dr. Anne-Evan Williams.
- New York City - December 5
- Alexandria, VA - Martin Luther King Jr. weekend. Details to follow.
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 7:45am, 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. After the day's activities, join us for our Lunar New Year Fireworks on the quad! Please put this great event on your calendar. Find the preliminary schedule for the day here.
CLASS of 2024 COMMENCEMENT PLANNING
Our seniors are submitting college applications and commencement will be here before we know it! To assist in planning your stay in the Mount Pleasant ares, click here for lodging options.
Friday, May 17th, 5:00 - 7:00pm: Join us for a Casual Dinner celebrating Class of 2024 and families
Saturday, May 18th, 11:00am - 12:00 noon: Commencement followed by a luncheon
USEFUL LINKS
Find all of this information and more in the Parent Resources section of WasatchAcademy.org or follow the links below:
WASATCH CONNECT
Join Wasatch Connect to see 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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