May’s Last Hoorah at Will Carleton Academy
The end of the school year is just a week away, and as our students and staff continue to finish strong, we wanted to highlight what has been a wonderful time for our community. As always at Will Carleton Academy,…
A Look into April at Will Carleton Academy
April was yet another incredible month at Will Carleton Academy. As the end of the year approaches fast, our students continue to finish strong. Whether it was our Dads and Donuts event, Pizza Day or a trip to Lansing, there…
5 Ways to Make Reading Month into a Reading Habit
March is Reading Month! That means encouraging our students to see reading as more than just class work. We set out to promote a love for books outside of school, and we couldn’t be prouder of what we’ve seen in…
Happy School Board Appreciation Month!
January not only marks the beginning of a new year, it also signifies a time to recognize and appreciate vital members of our school community! As we celebrate School Board Appreciation Month, now more than ever is a wonderful time…
WCA Student is Second in the Nation to Pass CyberDefense Course
Ryan Saunders, a senior at Will Carleton Academy in Hillsdale, became the second student in the country to pass the TestOut course in Cyber Defense on Thursday the 7th. In an email to the Hillsdale Daily News, Saunders said, “This…
Giving Tuesday: Easy Ways to Give Back to your School Community
Parents, teachers, and students alike all love the holiday season. This time of year is a great way for everyone to reflect and be encouraged by the potential and talent of all our students! As we commemorate this Giving Tuesday,…
Sending Love to our Healthcare Heroes
Earlier this month our students drew pictures and wrote letters to show Hillsdale Hospital they are in our thoughts! A healthcare worker reached out to thank a parent of our kindergartener who made this beautiful little note. We are…
Hard work shows in our State Index Score
We are so proud of our students and staff! Index scores that are created by the State of Michigan measure public school performance in six key areas—student growth, student proficiency, school quality/student success, graduation rate, English learner progress, and assessment…
Staff Spotlight: Carla Stewart
Carla Stewart plays a vital role in Will Carleton Academy’s daily success. Her title may be Administrative Assistant and Testing Coordinator, but her work plays a huge role in achieving Will Carleton Academy’s goals. You can often find her…
Student Athlete Spotlight: Gabe Gadwood
As the sole student on Will Carleton Academy’s cross country team, eleventh grader Gabe Gadwood makes it look easy. He finished 18th in the Division 4 cross country state meet and obtained his PR (personal record) with a 18:40.98 finishing…