If you arrived early for Homecoming Weekend, join us for a concert and cheer on the Big Red in Fox Lake or Waupun!

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Wednesday, October 8

Fall Ensemble Concert—7:00 p.m.
The concert will feature performances by the Concert Band, Concert Choir, and Unaccompanied Minors (our contemporary a cappella group).
Location: Kimberly Chapel (33)

Thursday, October 9

Big Red Athletics
Cross Country at Fox Lake Golf Club
VS. Rio/Fall River, Valley Christian School, Lourdes Academy, Markesan, Lake Mills, Randolph, Omro—4:00 pm 
 

Boys Varsity Soccer at Central Wisconsin Christian School
Varsity vs. Central Wisconsin Christian—5:00 pm 

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• Welcome Center Open, 7:30 am–12:30 pm and 1:00–5:00 pm—Please check in upon arrival at Wayland Academy.
  Location: Lindsay Gym Lobby (5) until 12:30 pm and after 1:00 pm at the Janik Field House (11)
• Assembly*, 8:15 am—Join the Wayland Community—students, faculty, and staff—for our weekly Assembly to hear presentations from students, learn about upcoming happenings, and celebrate (Way to go!). Don't forget to warm up your vocal cords! We begin each assembly by singing the Wayland Alma Mater (don't worry, the lyrics are provided and we'll sing with you). 
  Location: Kimberly Chapel (33)
• Wayland Store, 9:00 am–1:00 pm—Take a break and shop for Wayland gear in our school store. 
  Location: Heaton's Union, in the Lindsay Complex (5)

• Attend Classes with Your Student(s), 9:00–11:50 am—Go back in time to high school days and tag along with your student for abbreviated class sessions. You'll get the full Wayland student experience. We promise there will be no homework! 
  Location: Varies based on student schedules

• Lunch with Your Student(s)**, 11:30 am–12:30 pm—Enjoy lunch with your student and Wayland faculty/staff! 
  Location: Pickard Dining Hall (34)

• Athletic Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony*, 1:00–2:15 pm—Join us to honor Wayland's 2025 Athletic Hall of Fame class at the induction ceremony in the Field House!
  The Athletic Hall of Fame recognizes and honors those men and women who distinguished themselves as outstanding contributors to athletics while at Wayland Academy, and who continue to exemplify the core values of athletics at Wayland Academy—Integrity, Respect, Caring, Gratitude, and Passion—in their personal and professional lives. 
  Location: Janik Field House (11)

• Boys Varsity Football vs. Green Lake/Princeton, 3:00 pm—Come out and cheer on the Big Red as the boys varsity football team takes on the Green Lake/Princeton Tigersharks on Brown Field.
  Location: Brown Field (12)

• Sports Practice, 3:45–5:15 pm (students only)

• Dinner with Your Student(s)**, 5:45–6:45 pm—Make plans to join the Wayland community for a dinner in Pickard Dining Hall on Friday. Or, you can venture out into Beaver Dam to enjoy one of the many wonderful restaurants. 
  Location: Pickard Dining Hall (34)

• Homecoming Pep Rally*, 7:00–9:00 pm—There will be games, skits, and lots of cheering at the Homecoming Pep Rally! Join the Wayland community—students, faculty, and staff—for this high-energy event. Show your Big Red spirit and cheer on your favorite Wayland class as they compete for points to win the week-long Homecoming competition. May the best class win! #GoBigRed
  Location: Lindsay Gym (5)

* Cordial for Students and Guests Welcome
** No Charge for Meals in Pickard Dining Hall—Reservations Appreciated

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• Welcome Center Open, 9:00 am–12:00 pm—Please check in upon arrival at Wayland Academy.
  Location: Frame Lounge, connected to Pickard Dining Hall (34)
• Wayland Store, 9:00 am–12:00 pm—Take a break and shop for Wayland gear in our school store. 
  Location: Heaton's Union, in the Lindsay Complex (5)
• Meet with College Counseling, 10:00 am—Join Director of College Counseling Carl Michaletz to hear about everything happening in College Counseling.
  Location: Kimberly Chapel (33)

• Brunch**, 11:00 am–12:00 noon—Brunch in Pickard is always a treat with eggs, fresh fruit, waffles, and much more.
  Location: Pickard Dining Hall (34)

• Naming Ceremony for the Academic Center, 12:00 noon—Join the Wayland community as we celebrate the naming of the Academic Center.
  Location: Swan Patio, outside the Library (6) and Academic Center (1)—(Rain location: inside Swan Library [6])

• Wayland Museum Tours, 1:00–3:00 pm—Visit Wayland's history museum on the lower level of Swan Library (follow the signs). Explore our rich history through photo displays and discover historical artifacts as well.  
  Location: Swan Library (6)

• Homecoming Dinner, 5:00–6:00 pm (students only)
  Location: Pickard Dining Hall (34)

• Coronation (Photo Opportunity), 6:00–6:30 pm—Stop by campus to see your Wayland student(s) all dressed up for the Homecoming Dinner & Dance. There will be an opportunity for photos outside of the Lindsay Complex (5). Watch for more information in the Wayland Weekly.
  Location: Lindsay Complex (5)

• Homecoming Dance, 6:30–10:00 pm (students only)
  Location: Lindsay Complex (5)

** No Charge for Meals in Pickard Dining Hall—Reservations Appreciated

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• Memorial Service, 9:00–10:00 am—We will honor the life of all alumni and faculty who have passed away.
  Location: Kimberly Chapel (33)
• Brunch with Your Student(s)**, 11:00 am–12:00 pm—Before you hit the road or the airport, enjoy another delicious brunch in Pickard with your student(s).
  Location: Pickard Dining Hall (34)
• Head of the Rock Regatta (Rockford, Illinois)—If you are driving home on Sunday and going past Rockford, IL, stop by to cheer on the Big Red Rowing Team!

** No Charge for Meals in Pickard Dining Hall—Reservations Appreciated