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Rejoice always, pray without ceasing,
give thanks in all circumstances;
for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.
- 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18
Prayer has the power to inspire, enlighten, strengthen, provide guidance, bring change, and most importantly, connect us to God. WCA is thankful for all who pray on our behalf.
WCA is also thankful for the weekly prayer group that gathers on Thursday mornings after carpool to pray for our students, staff, school, WCA families, community, and each other. All are welcome. Come as you are for fellowship and time spent together in prayer.
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WCA SCHEDULE FOR THE WEEK OF
SEP 11 - SEP 15
It's STEAM Week at WCA!
Students will have a whale of a time
going Under the Sea
to learn about God as our mighty Creator,
explore the sea and its creatures,
and make creations of their own!
Monday, Sep 11: WCA Spirit Day (WCA Spirit Wear or School Uniform)
- No practice for Cross Country and Volleyball
Tuesday, Sep 12: Regular School Day (WCA School Uniform)
Wednesday, Sep 13: Chapel Day (Chapel Attire)
- STEAM-themed lunch from Chef Bob (see menu below)
Thursday, Sep 14: Regular School Day (School uniforms or PE clothing if your student has PE.)
- Parking Lot Prayer Group- Meet at the flagpole after morning carpool.
- STEAM Night for Parents & Back-to-School Event 6:30 PM
- Book Fair opens at 6:30 PM
Friday, Sep 15: Regular School Day (School uniforms or PE clothing if your student has PE.).
9:00-10:00 AM JK, K, 1st, 2nd, 3rd - Family Life Center
10:00-11:00 AM 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th - Youth Center
11:00-11:30 AM Exceptional Hawks - Family Life Center
Please scroll down for more details and information for Parents STEAM Night and Back-to-School Event (Thursday night)
and Grandparents Day (Friday morning).
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Mightier than the thunders of many waters,
mightier than the waves of the sea, the Lord on high is mighty!
-Psalm 93:4
WCA STEAM Week will “ship” off Monday, September 11th,
and set anchor with Parents STEAM Night and Back-to-School Event
6:30-7:30 PM on Thursday, September 14.
Oceans of the World is the theme for STEAM Week. The Bible tells us about God’s creation of the sea, vast and spacious, teeming with creatures beyond number - living things both large and small.
To help students dive deeper into knowledge about God’s creation, each grade level will be assigned a sea creature to use as their focus for learning, creating, and sharing through the special projects they'll make and display for Parents STEAM Night and Back-to-School Event.
WCA students will have an opportunity for experiential learning with a virtual field trip to the SC Aquarium.
Parents, mark you calendars and come “wade into the waters” with us and “sea” all grade-level projects at Parents STEAM Night and Back-to-School Event on Thursday, September 14. at 6:30 PM.
BOOK FAIR SCHEDULE for Parents STEAM Night and Back-to-School Event
-Thu Sep 14, 6:30-7:30 PM
6:30-6:45 JK, K to Book Fair
6:45-7:00 1st & 2nd to Book Fair
7:00 5th grade play The Magic School Bus on the Ocean Floor
in Youth Center for parents and siblings of 5th graders.
7:00-7:15 3rd & 4th to Book Fair
7:15-7:30 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th to Book Fair
* Parents can visit STEAM displays before or after their Book Fair visits.
VOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED for STEAM WEEK and the BOOK FAIR.
Book Fair begins Sep 14. Please use the link below to sign up.
Your help is appreciated!
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WCA Will Celebrate Grandparents on
Friday, September 15
Grandparents are invited to join their grandchildren
for a personal showing of students' STEAM Week projects
and a special shopping spree at the Book Fair. Fun!
Grandparents of 4th-8th grade students are also invited to attend 5th grade's performance of The Magic School Bus on the Ocean Floor with their grandchildren.
After the play, grandparents of 4th - 8th students may take their grandchildren to the gym to see STEAM Week projects
and shop at the Book Fair.
GRANDPARENT'S DAY SCHEDULE
9:00 - 10:00 AM Grandparents event with JK, K, 1st, 2nd, 3rd graders
Family Life Center
10:00 - 11:00 AM Grandparents event with 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th graders
Youth Center
The Magic School Bus on the Ocean Floor play begins at 10:15.
11:00-11:30 AM Grandparents event with Exceptional Hawks
Family Life Center
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To help keep our carpool line moving smoothly:
- Display your carpool sign so it can be easily seen.
Signs are not visible laying on the dashboard.
- Keep your sign visible until your child is loaded into your vehicle.
Your assistance will be appreciated.
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This is the final weekend for the Back-to-School Sale. The 30% discount sale for Spirit Wear ends Thu, Sep 14.
In addition to FREE shipping for orders over $75, shipping has been dropped to just $5 for orders under $75.
Be sure to get WCA tees, sweats, jackets, hats/caps, and other accessories while they're on sale!
Over $600 dollars have been raised for the Hawks Athletic Fund through the sale of Spirit Wear items! Thank you. We are grateful for everyone's orders.
Please see Spirit Wear information below to place an order.
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Spirit wear can be worn for weekly WCA Spirit Days. Please use the link below to check out all the items and designs! You can also access the store on the WCA website through the Parent Resources tab.
WCA Spirit Wear
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SPORTS SCHEDULE THIS WEEK - GAMES AND MEETS
Sports schedules are subject to change.
Monday, Sep 11 | Soccer 4:00 HOME vs Hope Academy
- No Cross Country or Volleyball practice
Tuesday, Sep 12 | Volleyball 5:00 at Westminster Catawba
Cross Country 4:30, Gaston Christian
The complete Fall Sports Schedule is posted below and can be found on WCA's Website.
Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart,
as working for the Lord and not for men. - Colossians 3:23
#AllHeart
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WHAT'S NEW?
WCA's HOPPING HAWKS JUMP CLUB!
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Does your student like to jump rope?
In this six-week club, students will focus on physical fitness and practice individual jump-roping techniques, as well as Double Dutch and other fun jumping games. A jump T-shirt and jump rope will be provided.
Dates: Thursdays - Oct. 12, 19, 26, Nov. 2, 9 and 16
Time: 3-4 pm
Location: School campus
Deadline: September 21st. $10 fee for late registrations
Cost per student: $125.00
- This fee is nonrefundable after Oct. 12, 2023
- Any refund prior to Oct 12, 2023 will be minus $20 for the cost of T-shirt and jump rope
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WCA FALL SPORTS SCHEDULES
Sports schedules are subject to change.
Cross Country
1. Aug 26 - Saturday, Carolina Kickoff - Metrolina Christian - 8:30-Noon
2. Aug 29 - Tuesday, Covenant Classical - 4:00
3. Sep. 12 - Tuesday, Gaston Christian - 4:30 (working on confirmation)
4. Sep 22 - Friday, Hare & Hounds Inv., McAlpine Park, Charlotte - 5:25
5. Sep 28 - Thursday, at Covenant Classical - 4:00
6. Oct 3 - Tuesday, at Metrolina Christian - 4:30
7. Oct 11 - Wednesday, at McAlpine Park, Union County MS Championships (only 6-8th grade)
Volleyball
1.Aug 28 - Monday, Scrimmage at Marvin - 4:00
2. Sep 5 - Tuesday, at Covenant Classical - 4:00
3. Sep 7 - Thursday, at Fletcher - 4:15
4. Sep 12 - Tuesday, at Westminster Catawba - 5:00
5. Sep 21 - Tuesday, home vs. Marvin Academy
6. Sep 25 - Monday, home vs. Westminster Catawba - 4:30
7. Oct 2 - Monday, home vs. Unity - 5:00
8. Oct 3 - Tuesday, at Marvin Academy.
WCA Soccer
1. Aug 29 - Tuesday, at Lee Park - 4:00
2. Sep 7 - Thursday, at Fletcher - 4:00
3. Sep 8 - Friday, at Covenant Classical - 4:00
4. Sep 11 - Monday, home vs. Hope Academy - 4:00
5. Sep 20 - Wednesday, at Hope Academy - 4:00
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For more information about events below, please visit the WMC's website.
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Mark Your Calendar
Sep 12 | Papa's Pizza Night
Sep 14 | Parent STEAM Night & Back-to-
School Event
Sep 14-20 | Book Fair
Sep 15 | Grandparents Day
Sep 28 | Chick-Fil-A Night
Oct 3 | PTF Meeting
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SUBSCRIBE TO EVENTS CALENDAR
Families can subscribe to the WCA Calendar from the website.
- Click on Calendar icon (below the Support WCA tab).
- Click on the Calendar icon (beside the printer icon).
- Choose the type of calendar subscription you prefer (Google, Apple, Outlook).
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5th graders make stage decorations for their upcoming performance of The Magic School Bus on the Ocean Floor | |
6th grade students are Reading Buddies for 2nd graders | |
EC students get ready to visit the Media Center | |
Middle School Students create DNA strands | |
Ms. Jacob leads a 7th grade World Civilizations lesson | |
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WE'RE PROUD OF
OUR WCA HAWKS!
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