Dear WCA Families,
The Upper School student retreat to Camp Friendship will be taking place on Wednesday & Thursday, October 8-9. The retreat is open to all Upper School students, as well as 5th-grade students. A recent survey was sent out to see if there was interest in a same day retreat in addition to the overnight offering. Responses for a same day retreat were very low and not enough for WCA to provide both options this year.
If your student will be attending the October 8-9 overnight retreat, please be sure to complete the attached paperwork if you have not already done so. Details about the retreat are also attached. The cost for the retreat is $275 and covers meals, activities, lodging, and bus transportation. Important note: Registration for the retreat must be received by Thursday, September 18. Payment can be done two ways: 1) Charge $275 to your FACTS account in August or 2) Charge $140 to your FACTS account in August and $135 in September.
Additional WCA reminders:
- Monday, September 1, is a student and staff holiday for all grades (PK-12) for Labor Day.
- The WCA Welcome Back event will be held on Saturday, September 6, from 11:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m. WCA Event Flyer
- Family Academic Conference links are included in this newsletter if you still need to sign up for a conference (September 17-19).
Have a wonderful and restful weekend!
In Christ,
Mark Kirk
Head of School
- Donation Drive: The Women’s Club is organizing a Donation Drive for Latisha’s House. Attached, you will find a list of donation items needed. The box is located outside the main office area in the lobby. Please bring items from August 6th to September 3rd. Latisha’s House Supply Drive
- New Date for Welcome Back Event: The WCA Welcome Back event is on Saturday, September 6, from 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. WCA Event Flyer
- Looking for something fun and enriching for your student this Fall Break?
- Register now for 4-H Camp!
- A minimum of 10 students per week is required for the camp to proceed.
- 4H Flyer Registration link
- School will be closed on Monday, September 1.
- Please note that preschool will be closed for fall break from September 22 to 26.
- Carline: For those needing additional time to secure their students in a car seat, please use the flat area of the staff/leadership parking lot. Drop off & pick up guide
- Academic Conferences and Fall Break: Family academic conferences are scheduled for Sept 17-19, and there will be no school. Fall break will take place from Sept 17 to Oct 3.
- Family Academic Conferences: If you haven’t yet signed up for a conference time for your child(ren), please use the appropriate link below to schedule your meeting.
- Weekly Grade Reporting & Mandatory Extra-Help: To better support your child’s academic success, we have begun the following programs:
- Weekly Grade Updates: All student grades will be updated in FACTS by the end of the day every Wednesday. This will provide more timely information about your child’s academic progress.
- Mandatory Extra Help: We’ve also started the mandatory extra help program for students whose grades fall below 73% in any course.
- Please don’t hesitate to contact your child’s Learning Facilitator with any questions or concerns.
- College and Career Readiness: A Look Ahead for Our Juniors and Seniors: On Wednesday, August 13th, Mrs. Renee Cermak met with all 11th and 12th-grade students for a workshop on college and career readiness. The discussion focused on equipping our upperclassmen with the tools and information they need to successfully navigate their paths after graduation.
- To help students and families with this important planning, a checklist was distributed. This resource provides a roadmap of key tasks and deadlines to help prepare students for their next steps.College and Career Readiness Checklist
- Family Academic Conference Registration: Upper School
- September 1 Labor Day/ No school
- Family academic conferences are scheduled for Sept 17-19, and there will be no school.
- Fall break will take place from Sept 17 to Oct 3.
- Mark your calendars! The fall festival meeting will be on Thursday, September 4, at 8:15 am.
- Save the date: Our first spirit night is at Chick-fil-A on Wednesday, Sept 10. This event is mobile-thru only. Spirit Night Flyer
- As we prepare for academic conferences on September 17–19, the PWCA would like to support our incredible faculty and staff by providing snacks and refreshments. Conference days can be especially long for our Learning Facilitators, and your help can bring a welcome boost of energy and encouragement. Please sign up using the link below: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080F49AEAA2BA3FF2-58217409-family. Thank you in advance for your support!
- Join us for the Fall Festival on Saturday, October 4, from 3-6 pm.
- The Christmas parade meeting will be on Tuesday, October 7, at 8:15 am
Show your Eagle pride and support our school with custom pink socks! Each pair is $15, and proceeds benefit WCA athletics. Orders are open now through Friday, September 5th.
Choose from three styles and sizes for the whole family.
Order online at: williamsburgchristianacademycu
Monday, 9/01/25
No Sports Practices – Enjoy the Labor Day Holiday
Tuesday, 9/02/25
4:00 – 5:15 pm – MS Girls Volleyball GAME AWAY @ The Carmel School (9020 Jericho Rd. Ruther Glen, VA, 22546); dismiss from class 1:30 pm
4:30 – 6:30 pm – Boys Soccer GAME AWAY @ The Carmel School (9020 Jericho Rd. Ruther Glen, VA 22546); dismiss from class 1:30 pm
5:15 – 7:00 pm – V Girls Volleyball GAME AWAY @ The Carmel School (9020 Jericho Rd. Ruther Glen, VA 22546); dismiss from class 1:30 pm
5:00 – 6:30 pm – Coed Cross Country Practice (SCHEDULE CHANGE) @ WCA
Wednesday, 9/03/25
2:30 – 4:30 pm Sports Picture Day – (Cross Country, Soccer, MS & V Volleyball)
5:30 – 7:00 pm – Coed Cross Country Practice @ The Williamsburg Christian Retreat Center (bus transportation provided to WCRC leaving by 5:10 pm from school; Practice is for JV & V runners)
Thursday, 9/04/25
6:15 – 7:15 am – Coed Cross Country Practice @ WCA
3:30 – 5:00 pm – Boys Soccer Practice
4:30 – 5:45 pm – MS Girls Volleyball GAME HOME vs Grove Christian School
5:45 – 7:00 pm – V. Girls Volleyball GAME HOME vs Grove Christian School
Friday, 9/05/25
4:30 – 6:30 pm – Soccer GAME HOME vs Grace Christian School
4:30 – 5:45 pm – MS Girls Volleyball GAME HOME vs Grace Christian School
5:45 – 7:00 pm – V. Girls Volleyball GAME HOME vs Grace Christian School
Saturday, 9/06/25
9:00 – 10:30 am – Coed Cross Country practice @ the WISC/Warhill Complex
