WINTER BREAK IS ALMOST HERE
Best wishes for a wonderful break with your students, families, and friends. The Weekly will return on Wednesday, January 3, 2024 in preparation for students campus arrival on Sunday, January 7th.
WINTER PERFORMING ARTS SHOWCASE
Our many talented musicians performed solos and ensembles on piano, violin, guitar, cello, vocals and more followed by several special pieces performed by our orchestra. MODERN ENSEMBLE CONCERT
The Modern Ensemble held their won concert to share a number of original songs performed in a venue better suited to the acoustics of the music style. View the recording of both concerts here and more photos on Wasatch Connect.
CAMPUS CLOSED
During this break, our faculty and staff will be enjoying time with their families and friends. They will not be responding to emails, phone messages, or texts until after break.
FLU SHOTS & COVID BOOSTERS
To help protect the health of our campus community, we encourage families to have their students get flu shots and Covid boosters. We hope you take the opportunity while your students are home to get them vaccinated. Thank you.
SPRING College TOURS!
Tentative Dates: April 21st - 24th, 2024
We are excited to offer a college tour in the San Diego area. The student group will tour with Pathways Travel for a trip that will be experiential, educational, and fun. Last year’s trip with Pathways was great! We will tour different types of colleges and universities, from liberal arts to large public research programs. We are considering at least 3 of the following 5 schools: California State University, San
Marcos San Diego State University University of California, San Diego University of San Diego Point Loma Nazarene University
The trip is limited to 14 students (10th and 11th graders) at a total cost of $1,700. This includes lodging, ground transportation, food, college tours, and an excursion for fun. It does not include airfare. The deposit of $850 is due by January 15.
Payment will be made through the business office. More information will be available after sign-ups. The remaining balance of $850 (plus the cost of airfare) will be due by February 15th. Please email Ann Stucki or call her at 435-462-1417 to sign-up.
WINTER FORMAL with ADVISORS
Monday evening, students gathered in a very festive Student Center to celebrate the time of year with their advisors and peers. Check the Wasatch Connect album for many more photos!
Boys' 2A Basketball
Watch home games live here. Follow their progress here. Next game: - Tuesday, January 9th, 5:00pm Home vs Dixie High School
Boys' Orange/Black Basketball
This team is a varsity basketball team in the Utah Schools Sports Association (USSA) league, which is a high school league that is made up of approximately 35 Utah high schools. Watch home games live here! - Thursday, December 14th, 5:30pm at DiVinci
Academy
Girls' Basketball
Watch home games live here. Follow their progress here. Next game is: - Wednesday, January 10th, 7:00pm, Varsity at American Prep
Swim Team
Follow our Region 16 swim team's progress here. - Tuesday, December 12th, 3:30pm, at Gunnison High School
If you have questions, please contact Travis Madsen, Athletic Director.
SUNDAY RECREATION
Mid-Season 3v3 Basketball Tourney
in the Field House
Last Sunday, Dr. Z invited students for an informal basketball tournament. Eight teams of three players each competed in a double elimination tourney. The results: 1st place: Errol N. (Finks dorm parent), Leo Z. (10th grade), Tony N. (12th) 2nd place: Pablo A. (12th grade), Isiah H. (11th), Luke W. (12th) 3rd: Anthony M. (English faculty), Chris N. (11th grad), Aya M. (Math faculty)
Boys' National Basketball
Watch home games live here. Follow the team on their website and on their league site EYBL Scholastic (formerly NIBC) - Tarkanian Classic in Las Vegas. Watch these games live on BallerTV.com.
*Saturday, December 16th at 5:00pm PST vs Bella Vista National
*Sunday, December 17th, 7:40pm PST vs Colorado Prep National - Tuesday, January 2nd, 7:00pm Home vs Provo High School
- LaPorte Invitational in Laporte, Indiana
*Thursday, January 4th, 9:30pm, vs IMG Academy, watch on ESPN+
*Saturday, January 6th, 7:30pm EST, vs La Lumiere watch on League Ready TV
It's Spirit Week!
Each day is themed for students to dress up and show their Tiger spirit. - Tuesday: ugly sweater day
- Wednesday: wear pink today
- Thursday: dress as your roommate or friend
- Friday: Anything but a backpack: carry your things around campus all day in anything but a backpack!
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. This adventure includes hiking, horseback riding, canyoneering, climbing, mini-golf, paintball, and more. For questions and to sign up, contact Ryan Anderson by Wednesday, February 21st.
FAMILY DAY
Friday, February 9th, 2024
RSVP Here
On Friday, February 9th, we look forward to welcoming all families to campus for a peek into the daily lives of your student. 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 (including postgraduates) COMMENCEMENT PLANNING
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 the class of 2024 and their families Saturday, May 18th, 11:00am: Commencement followed by a luncheon in the Student Commons
Congratulate your class of 2024 student with traditional graduation items such as announcements, class rings, letter jackets, and more. We are partnered with Jostens' for these items as well as for our yearbook. Please place your orders by December 15, 2023 at this website dedicated to Wasatch Academy.
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.
WASATCH CONNECT
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