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ASTRO & OUTDOOR PHOTOGRAPHY IMMERSION
While camping in Moab last week, students learned about night time photography, gazed at the stars, cooked meals outdoors, and connected with each other and nature. Their work will be presented at our Fall Art Show the second weekend in November.
TESTING
Wednesday, October 25th
This morning, all students in grades 8, 9, 10, and 11 took the PSAT 8/9 or the PSAT/NMSQT exam. Tenth grade students took the Pre-ACT exam. Prior to test day, the students attended meetings to download the testing app and review testing etiquette and expectations. When scores are released, the college counselors will meet with students to review and help them understand their results. When results become available, the college counseling office will share scores with their families.
The Pre-ACT and PSATs are preparatory tests for the ACT and SAT exams, which most students will begin taking in the spring of their junior year. The PSAT/NMSQT is also the entrance test for the National Merit Scholarship Competition.
Please email me if you have any questions.
Mitzi Austin
Assistant Director of Academic Programs
Director of College Counseling
MUSIC CONSERVATORY RECITAL
Thursday, October 26th
7:00 - 8:30pm
Our Fall Recital is designed for solos, duets, and small ensembles. Students attending receive cultural credit and an opportunity to see and hear great performances by their fellow students. Watch the livestream here which will also be available in a recording so that you are able to enjoy it as well!
Click here for the program.
Siblings Ryan H. and Emma H. played a short version of their four hands piece at assembly.
DAY STUDENT FAMILIES
Note LATE START DAYS
Tuesday, October 31st
& Wednesday, November 1st
As the trimester ends, teachers will take some time on these mornings to summarize each of their students work.
Therefore, the school day schedules are adjusted for Tuesday and Wednesday as listed here. Thank you for accommodating this important work!
Tuesday
Breakfast 9:30am - 10:45am
Classes 11:00am - 3:55pm
Activity Period 4:15pm - 5:15pm
Wednesday
Breakfast 9:30 - 10:45am
Classes 11:00am - 3:55pm
Activity Period 4:15pm - 5:15pm
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 THIS 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
FALL SPORTS
For the full schedule, go to this Athletic and Recreation calendar link.
Girls' Volleyball
After an exciting, high energy win last Saturday, our girls are going to the second round of State Tournament games! Follow the team's progress here.
- Friday, October 27th, 4:00pm vs Parowan High School at Utah Valley University in Orem.
- A win at the 4:00pm match will take them to the quarter finals at 7:00pm.
Athlete of the Week is Karan M.!
Cross country athlete Karan M. ran in the state meet on Tuesday in Salt Lake City and did very well. Go Tigers!
If you have questions, please contact Travis Madsen, Athletic Director, at travis.madsen@wasatchacademy.org
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 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 Friday, November 10th!
UPCOMING BREAK TRAVEL
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 provide Abbi with your student's Thanksgiving Break travel plans by Friday, November 10th by way of the linked Travel Forms.
- 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
RECREATION THIS WEEKEND
Happy Halloween!
- Thursday, equestrian competition with local 4H team at Contoy Arena
- Friday, Fan Van to girls' volleyball state tournament games at Utah Valley University
- Friday, Musical "Take My Death Away" in Spanish Fork (cultural credit)
- Saturday, college essay writing workshop with Ms. Wolf in Student Center
- Saturday, Set up for Halloween Dance Party (community service credit)
- Saturday, rock climbing in Maple Canyon (outdoor credit)
- Saturday, Paranormal Percussion (cultural credit)
- Saturday, US Army Jazz Ambassadors at Snow College (cultural credit)
- Saturday, all-school Halloween Dance Party!!
WASATCH ACADEMY REGIONAL EVENTS 2023
Join alumni, parents, and friends, and allow us to introduce our new Head of School, Dr. Anne-Evan Williams.
- Phoenix, AZ, Dinner and Hoophall West National Basketball Team Game vs Arizina Compass Prep - 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. After the day's activities, join us for our Lunar New Year Fireworks on the quad! Please put this great event on your calendar. More details to follow in future Wasatch Weekly issues.
Last weekend students went rock climbing in nearby Maple Canyon.
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.
Students visiting the State Capitol got a taste of political life and governance.
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