Upper School Announcements

Written on 05/28/2026
Chelsea Meyers

For Upper School Parents and Students

Verse of the Week

“And be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving one another, just as God also forgave you in Christ.”

Ephesians 4:32

This Week

Coming Up

  • School Supply List 2026-2027: Will be uploaded soon!
  • Dress Code Update 2026-2027: We are excited to share an update to the approved WC dress code for the 2026–2027 school year. We are launching a new, streamlined dress code designed to offer clearer guidance, reduce uniform costs, and provide options that students can wear from kindergarten through 12th grade. These updates balance comfort and the intention of the dress code to help students flourish. Please see the quick reference guide with examples of approved outfits, color options, and expectations. Our goal is to maintain a consistent look while supporting comfort and affordability. These updates will go into effect for the 2026–2027 school year. Families may still purchase uniforms at the annual Share the Ware sale.
    • What’s Changing
      • Standard crewneck sweatshirt for all students (K–12): Students may now wear a standard logo crewneck sweatshirt in red, white, or grey at all campuses.
      • More affordable khaki and shorts options: Students may wear chino-style, khaki-colored shorts or pants. Cargo, skinny, and jogger styles are not permitted.
      • Upper School footwear update: Clog-style shoes are now permitted if toes are fully covered.
    • What You Can Expect
      • We hope the expanded khaki options are more cost-conscious for families by allowing students to choose any appropriate chino brand. Students no longer need to purchase khakis from only Lands’ End or School Closet.
      • The new standardized crewneck sweatshirt is available at School Closet for $30. This provides a more affordable outerwear option for both Lower and Upper School students. Upper School students can wear any WC-branded top on Fridays, including  WC-branded T-shirts, sweatshirts, outerwear, or sports jerseys.

Reminders

  • Hours
    Office Hours | 8 AM – 4 PM
    School Hours | 8:20 AM – 3:20 PM
  • Dropping and Picking Up Students
    School starts at 8:20 AM and ends at 3:20 PM.
    The latest supervision will be provided is 4 PM in the commons, and the earliest you can drop off your student(s) is 7:30 AM in the commons
  • Attendance (Hotline: 614-410-4343)
    To report an absence, late arrival, or early dismissal before 9 AM on a school day, call the attendance hotline at 614-410-4343. Messages can also be left the night before and will be adjusted in attendance the next day. After 9 AM on a school day, please call the main office at 614-431-8210.
    • Attendance Flowchart: Please note that all excused absences will be marked as “unexcused” until proper documentation is turned in.
    • Extended Absence: If you are aware of a future absence that will be 4+ days, please fill out our Extended Absence Pre-verification Form and turn it in to the office at least a week prior to leaving if possible.
    • Attendance Policies: This is a brief summary of our policies regarding academic integrity and regulated attendance rules. More details can be found in our student handbook (found in Quick Links, below).
  • Items Dropped Off in Main Office: Our office staff is always glad to help get forgotten items to students when time allows, though the office can be quite busy at times. To help things run smoothly, we encourage students to double-check in the morning to be sure they have everything they’ll need for the day. When dropping off items, we kindly ask that these be limited to essentials, as we can’t always guarantee quick delivery. Please also keep in mind that sending messages about items can interrupt class time. If you do need to drop something off, please label it with your student’s name and place it on the black shelf—our office team will then make sure your student picks it up.
  • Student Drivers: All students driving themselves to campus must read our Student Parking Map and Rules as well as purchase a parking pass. After filling out the form and paying online, see Mrs. Lawhead in the office about getting your pass! (Please note that the student parking spaces have changed slightly from last year. Student spaces are now lined with yellow. Faculty/staff/visitor parking is white.)
  • Warrior Fridays
    Every Friday, students involved in sports or extracurriculars at WC can wear their jersey/t-shirts to school instead of their uniform shirt! Please note that you still must wear your uniform bottoms on Fridays.
  • Chapel
    Parents are welcome to attend any of our chapels during the school year! They are every Wednesday in the Grace Polaris Church Worship Center (9-12 starts at 11:11 AM, 7-8 starts at 11:54 AM). Please remember that you must sign in at the Upper School office before going to chapel.
  • Device Usage
    Personal technology such as cellphones or tablets may not be used during the entire school day. School-issued Chromebooks are the only devices permitted. If parents need to get a message to their student, please call the main office and either Mrs. Lawhead or Ms. Di Asio will notify the student. If students need to use their cellphones, they must go to the main office or the nurse’s office to get permission.
  • Work Permits
    Students needing a work permit should complete the pre-application form and have their employer complete the bottom portion. Then, bring the form to the office to be filed online. Please allow a minimum of 24 hours for the office to complete the work permit filing process.
  • Warrior Moms Prayer Group
    Join us for a time of prayer every Friday morning at 8:20 AM outside of the Upper School, near the main office entrance. Questions? Contact Justine Styer.

QUICK LINKS