Do you have a child that would like to share their gifts with their friends? 

Here is a wonderful opportunity!

WCA's Open Mic Extravaganza!

When: October 21st 

Who: 1st - 8th graders and EC

Time: During school hours 2pm - 2:45pm

Ideas: Share a poem, read a story, tell some jokes, do a dance, make up a skit, play an instrument, sing a song, share your artwork and tell us about it, etc. Plan on a maximum of 2 to 2.5 minutes for each performance. CLICK HERE to view last year's event for more ideas.

CLICK HERE to sign up!

Also, please send your songs, poems, artwork, etc., to jenpotter76@gmail.com for approval by October 14th. 

Autumn's Canvas Art Festival

Friday, October 21st, 5:30pm to 7:30pm

WCA families, join us in the backfield for fall fun and fellowship! The PTF has planned a fun event, including five fall-themed craft projects and fun outdoor games to play. Enjoy student art and a picnic supper with friends. Chef Bob is offering the choice of two bagged meals featuring a hot dog or a chicken sandwich for $5 each. This option is by pre-order only, paid from your student's lunch account. Please CLICK HERE to place your family's order no later than Friday, October 14. You are also welcome to bring a picnic from home.

Art Club

Art Club registration is open for students in Grades 2nd - 4th!

Time: Thursdays 3-4pm

Dates: 10/20, 10/27, 11/3, 11/10, 11/17, no club 11/24 due to Thanksgiving and 12/1

Price: $125 (you will be billed through the Parent Portal) 

To sign up, please email Lauren Schaaf at lschaaf@wcahawks.org

WCA's School Store

Opens Tuesday, Oct 18th! 

The WCA School Store will be re-opening on Tuesday, October 18th! It will continue to be available every Tuesday from 8:00-8:15am! School supplies and fun trinkets will be available to purchase.

WCA Uniform Donations

If you have uniforms you would like to donate; please visit the ‘WCA UNIFORM SWAP’ Facebook. This is a great resource that the PTF has organized for WCA parents. Please do not send uniforms to school with your child. If you have any questions, please contant Julie Lesslie at wca@wcahawks.org.

Carpool Safety

No cell phone use in carpool, please! Our goal is to safely and effectively drop-off and dismiss all our students as quickly as possible. As adults, it is important that we set a good example for our students and be mindful of everyone's time and safety. Thank you for your help. Your child's safety is our top priority.

WCA Sports

Volleyball and Cross Country parents, please return uniforms (washed) in a plastic bag with your student's name on it to your coaches

Basketball practice for girls and boys teams starts October 13.

Invite a Friend to join our WCA Family

If you know someone interested in learning more about Weddington Christian Academy and enrolling, please invite them to one of our upcoming Open House/Tour Dates. 

Tuesday, October 18 at 9:00 am

Tuesday, October 25 at 9:00 am

Wednesday, November 2 at 9:00 am

Tuesday, November 8 at 9:00 am

Thursday, November 17 at 9:00 am

Wednesday, November 30 at 9:00 am

We'd love to show your friends and family what makes WCA exceptional! If you have questions, please email wca@wcahawks.org or call 704-846-1039.

Part-Time Job Opportunity

Do you know someone looking for a part-time, flexible job opportunity? Weddington Christian Academy is looking for fun-loving caregivers to staff the After-school Program. The program runs Monday through Friday from 2:15pm to 6:00pm; however, you get to choose your work days!

For more information, please contact TiLisa Durham at tdurham@wcahawks.org

Click Here to order online from Lands End.

Upward Basketball

Weddington United Methodist Church is hosting the Upward basketball program which is open to boys and girls in grades K-5^th. The cost is $150 per player, and games are on Saturdays. Click here to register.

If your child is interested in playing on a WCA Upward team -- When you register, please type in the notes section: WCA ____ grade. That way, you will be matched with other WCA players on a team. 

Evaluations take place October 15. Practices are set to start the week of Nov 7^th. Games: 12/3, 12/10, 12/17, 1/7, 1/14, 1/21, 1/28, 2/4.

Kindergarten is a CO-ED developmental league. Practices will take place right before games on Saturday. There is no week day practice for this age. There are NO refunds given, so please email upward.wumc@gmail.com if you have any questions prior to registering.

Mountain Bike Team Opportunity!

WCA parent, Kristyn Kiser, is opening up this great opportunity to our WCA middle school students. 

• The overreaching mission is to simply get kids on bikes.
• Registration opens Oct 15
• Pre-season begins Nov 5. The 2023 season is Jan 1 - May 31
• Student-athletes are required to attend a minimum of 50% of our team practices throughout the season. 
• Skills and Drills - Thursdays at Colonel Francis Beatty Park from 6:30 pm- 7:45 pm

• Trail Rides - Saturdays or Sundays from 2 pm - 3:30 pm at various parks throughout South Charlotte
• There are 5 Race Events throughout NC - participation in the races is NOT mandatory

Interested in checking it out before committing? Your student-athlete may join us for 1 trail ride or a Skills and Drills practice before committing to the season by notifying the Team Director and signing a waiver.

Please email SDCcoachkris@gmail.com for more info, or visit https://northcarolinamtb.org.

Trunk & Treat

Monday, October 31, from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.

Weddington Church invites you to their annual Trunk & Treat event on Monday, October 31, from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. in the FLC parking lot. Bring the family and enjoy the 31st in a safe, family-friendly environment. No scary costumes please.

Trunk & Treat is a community outreach event would not be possible without donations and amazing volunteers. Here are a few ways you can help.

Candy Donations: Look for the “Feed the Monster Bin" in the FLC

Volunteer to decorate a trunk: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20f094ca5a82fa20-trunk4.

Volunteer to help with games, candy, or where needed:

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20f094ca5a82fa20-trunk3.