We love our Grandparents!

Westlake Christian Academy looks forward every fall to having our students’ grandparents visit the school. This year, grandparents (or special guests) are invited to visit Westlake for afternoon tours. Grandparents will be able to tour the school, view their student’s classwork, and share some time in the gym making a craft and eating a snack.

For long-distance grandparents, we will be publishing a video that shows a glimpse of what our school day is like at Westlake.

Friday, September 22, 2023

1:00–2:30pm: Drop-in Classroom Tours

Doors open promptly at 1pm

Grandparents Day is a Half Day (9am–12pm)

Grandparents Day is a HALF DAY for all students. There is no After Care on all-school half days. Because it is also a Late Start Friday, the school day runs from 9am–12pm for Preschool through 12th grade. Pickup for all Preschool–6th grade students is from Slusser Street, via the playground gate.

All students are expected to be picked up between 12:00–12:20pm. Please leave campus for lunch, and then students may return with grandparents any time between 1:00–2:30pm for an in-person classroom tour.

Afternoon: Drop-In Tours (Preschool–12th Grade)

Grandparents are invited to visit the school with their grandchildren to take a tour of the classroom. Students will be able to show you where they sit, along with some of their school work. The gym will also have activities and snacks available.

The school will be open from 1:00–2:30pm for tours. You may come at any time during that window, but please let us know that we should expect you. The doors will not open until 1:00 pm, as our teachers need time to eat lunch and prepare for your arrival.

Special Note:

If a grandparent is unavailable, students are encouraged to bring a parent or other special guest for a tour.

Accessibility

Parents are welcome to accompany elderly grandparents (especially those who might need assistance navigating stairs). Our preschool/pre-k building and the gym are accessible by ramp, but all other classrooms require stairs. Grandparents who need to use the ramp should park on the playground blacktop (see map and instructions below).

Parking

We are expecting a crowd for Grandparents Day, which means that our main parking lot will fill quickly. Additional parking is available on the playground blacktop (Enter via Slusser Street Gate) or on nearby streets (please observe all posted regulations).

Grandparents of 3-year-olds and 4-year-olds (preschool and pre-k) are encouraged to park on the playground blacktop (Slusser Street Entrance), which has direct access to the gym and Early Learning Center.

Please note: For the safety of pedestrians, vehicle traffic will not be allowed in the alley between the main parking lot and the playground blacktop.

Families can help by arriving together in one vehicle. Passengers may be dropped at the main door prior to parking.

Support Your Grandchild’s School

Grandparents have a lasting impact in the lives of their grandchildren, through the love and support they provide during formative years. Even more, grandparents who nurture their children in the faith are creating an eternal legacy.

At Westlake, we are grateful for the prayers and financial support of grandparents. Your gift is an investment in the education and discipleship of children. Donations allow us to offer financial assistance to families who otherwise could not afford a Christian education. In addition, donations support extra programs, including athletics and fine arts.

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Westlake Christian Academy
275 S. Lake St.
Grayslake, IL 60030

Picture Day is Monday, September 18th. 

All students will have an individual photo taken for their student ID. Parents may pre-order photos, or they can wait to order until after a proof is received. 

Photos will start at the beginning of the school day. All preschool (3 yrs) and pre-k (4 yrs) students are invited to participate in Picture Day, too! Parents, if your child does not normally attend school on picture day, please follow the instructions below. 

Picture Day Attire

• Picture day is a dress-UP day (girls should bring sneakers for recess)
• All students will have their picture taken
• Uniforms are not required
• It is expected that students wear their “picture-best” 
• Jeans and t-shirts are not “picture best”
• As always, attire must be modest and neat.
• Skirt/dress length must be to the kneecap or longer!
• Shoulders must be covered (no spaghetti straps, tank tops, or sleeveless shirts or dresses).
• Parents will be called to bring a change of clothing if there is a question with their child’s attire.

Tues/Thurs Students (Preschool/Pre-K)

Preschool and Pre-K students who do not regularly attend school on picture day are invited to come and have their picture taken, as well. They will need to be accompanied by a parent/guardian at all times.

• T/Th students may come for their picture on Monday, September 18th from 11:45am–12:15pm.
• Parents should report directly to the main office with their student and sign in.
• Parents will be given further instructions after they sign in.

Ordering BEFORE Picture Day:

Step 1: Log in to ordercp.com and click on the green icon “BEFORE OR ON PICTURE DAY”.

Step 2: Enter your student’s information and the school code: 10067501.

Step 3: Choose your package and background.

Complete checkout and your order is placed!

Ordering AFTER Picture Day:

Step 1: Log in to ordercp.com and click on the green icon “AFTER PICTURE DAY”.

Step 2: Enter your student’s information and the Ticket Code from your student’s portrait proof (sent home with student).

Step 3: Choose your package and background.

Complete checkout and your order is placed!

Questions about your order?

Please contact Color Portraits Customer Service at (847) 382–7505 ext. 7.

Join us on Monday, September 11, 2023 at 7:00 pm for our bi-annual All-School Board of Trustees Meeting.

At this meeting, you will hear important updates from board and staff regarding:

• Election for PA Leadership
• Upgrades to school security
• School finances and allocation of grant money
• Plans for enhancing facilities to meet the needs of current enrollment levels
• Enrollment for 2023-24

Families will have the opportunity to ask questions of the board and administration.

The open board meeting on Monday, September 11, 2023 will be held in the gym. Childcare is not be provided.

This initiative provides more quality time for our teachers to collaborate on professional development. On these days, teachers arrive early and classes start 45 minutes late, allowing our Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) extra time to accomplish their objectives.

Late Start Drop-Off Guidelines

• Every Friday, school starts at 9:00 am for K–12 and 9:10 am for PS/PK.
• Half-day students should be picked up at Noon instead of 11:30 am.
• Full-day students in PS–12 should be picked up at their normal time (3:10/3:20).
• On all-school half days that fall on a Friday, the school day will end at 12:00 pm for all grades.
• Those parents who pay for Before Care may drop off their children at the normal time of 7:00–7:50 am. Our Before Care staff will provide the regular level of supervision for them. Drop-in Before Care is not available on Fridays.
• Supervision is available (at no extra charge) from 7:50–8:40 am for PS–6th, for families whose work schedules prevent dropping off after 8:40 am. We are no longer requiring a one-time registration for students who arrive on Friday mornings between 7:50–8:40.
• Secondary students who need to arrive before 8:40 due to parent work schedules should report to Room 3 on the lower level (7th & 8th) or the main hallway (9th–12th).
• Students who drive should arrive in the parking lot by 8:40 am.
• Kindergarten–12th grade students should arrive between 8:40–9:00 am.
• Preschool/Pre-K students who arrive between 8:40–8:50 may be dropped off at the main door. PS/PK students who arrive between 8:50–9:10 am should park and walk to the ramp of the ELC building. PS/PK starts at 9:10am on Fridays.
• Please follow the standard routes for drop-off. If you drop off before school staff is standing outside, please ring the buzzer and walk young students to the cafeteria.

Westlake Christian Academy offers a complete preschool through 12th-grade educational program.

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Principal’s Welcome

Thank you for visiting our website! On behalf of our school board, faculty, staff, parents, students, and myself, we would like to welcome you as you are searching for the best education option for your family.

If you are looking for a dynamic educational environment, sound Christian principles, and high academic standards, Westlake Christian Academy may be the right fit for you! I encourage you to explore our website, watch our videos, and contact us for more information.

Our primary focus as a Christian school is discipleship. We are driven by the initiatives to further God’s Kingdom, to develop our young men and women to be followers of Christ and servants to those around them, and to equip them to be successful in their next stages of life. We look forward to meeting you!

Blessings,

Dr. Joseph Scifo
Principal of Westlake Christian Academy

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2023–24 School Year

School has started, but we are still scheduling tours for grades that have availability. To request a tour, please call (847) 548–6209 x2011 or submit an inquiry.

The following grades have a waitlist for 2023–24:

• Pre-K (age 4 by 2023–24)
• 2nd grade
• 9th grade

Application Process

Our application process is online. Learn more about important dates and apply here.