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Summer Experience students enjoying a s'mores during a bonfire activity

Make plans to attend Wayland's Summer Experience—July 6-19!

Registration is now open for the 2025 Summer Experience.

Limited spots are available.

REGISTER NOW!

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Looking for a transformative summer adventure in the heart of Wisconsin? 

Wayland Academy’s Summer Experience is a two-week program for students in grades 8-11 that features the perfect blend of learning, discovery, and fun. We invite you to Beaver Dam this summer to grow in knowledge and character with us.

Join us in the heartland to explore new academic opportunities, build leadership skills, and connect with peers from around the world. Are you ready to take the first step in your summer adventure?

Program Highlights:

Academic Enrichment:

Wayland’s Summer Experience, encourages students to explore new subjects, strengthen foundational skills, and gain insights that prepare them for future academic success. Participants will enhance their abilities in a variety of subjects, from the arts to mathematics, and benefit from hands-on, engaging lessons. Current and future Wayland students will also earn .25 elective credit.

Exciting Excursions:

Explore Wisconsin through day trips to destinations like Madison, Milwaukee, and Sheboygan. Past outings have included visits to museums, art galleries, college campuses, local cuisine hotspots, professional sporting events, and more. These adventures provide opportunities to learn and grow, all while bonding with teachers and new friends.

Outdoor Adventures:

Experience the natural beauty of a Wisconsin summer! Wayland’s location offers easy access to several outdoor gems. Our campus is only 20 minutes from the Horicon Marsh, one of the largest freshwater marshes in the U.S. Another favorite is Wisconsin’s largest state park, Devil’s Lake, where students can hike scenic trails or take in views on the beach.

Evening Fun:

Evenings are packed with activities designed to make every moment unforgettable. Students can gather around bonfires to roast s’mores and share stories. Fun and innovation combine during challenges, where students build boats out of cardboard boxes and test their durability in our pool. Other evenings feature game nights, scavenger hunts, and movie viewings, ensuring plenty of opportunities for fun and connection.

Character Development:

Wayland’s Summer Experience fosters growth in independence and leadership. Students live in one of our modern dormitories, gaining a sense of self-reliance within a safe and supportive environment. Leadership activities are integrated throughout the program, encouraging teamwork, communication, and problem-solving. Participants have the chance to discover personal strengths and build confidence that lasts well beyond the summer.

At Wayland, we believe education should inspire curiosity, creativity, and personal growth. Join us this summer on our beautiful 55-acre campus in Beaver Dam, Wisconsin to take part in a transformational learning experience.

Make plans to attend the 2025 Summer Experience at Wayland Academy—July 6-19!

English is the working language of the Summer Experience. As such, international students may need to interview with a staff member via Zoom or Microsoft Teams. We will contact you if an interview is necessary.

Sites and Scenes from Summer Experience 2024!

2024 Summer Experience

Sample Schedule

8:30-9:00 am Breakfast
9:05-10:05 am Writing and Leadership
10:10-11:10 am Science in the Cinema
11:15 am-12:15 pm Mathematics
12:30-1:00 pm Lunch
1:05-2:05 pm STEAM
2:30-4:00 pm Ceramics
4:00-5:30 pm Dance or Soccer
5:45-6:15 pm Dinner
7:00-9:00 pm Cooking Class or Basketball Clinic
9:00 pm Return to Dorm
9:30 pm Day Participants Depart
10:30 pm Lights Out for Boarding Students

 

2024 Course Descriptions

2025 Pricing Information

Wisconsin Resident Boarding Students

Price = $2,000

Includes:

  • Tuition for two-week program (.25 Wayland elective credit)
  • All on-campus and off-campus activities
  • Room and board, including three meals per day 
  • 24/7 supervision and staff support

Day Students
(Non-Boarding)

Price = $1,500

Includes:

  • Tuition for two-week program
    (.25 Wayland elective credit)
  • All on-campus and off-campus activities
  • Breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily (breakfast and dinner on campus is optional)

Non-Wisconsin Resident Boarding Students

Price = $3,250

Includes:

  • Tuition for two-week program (.25 Wayland elective credit)
  • All on-campus and off-campus activities
  • Room and board, including three meals per day 
  • 24/7 supervision and staff support

Not ready to register yet?
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Summer Experience Staff

Tara Stewart

Carl Michaletz

Seth Ahlborn

Camille Cain

Andrea Chesley

James Cleary H`20, P`26

Daniel Donovan

Landyn Heimerl `13

Triscia Ladron

Leah Steuer