If you arrived early for Homecoming Weekend, join us for a concert and come out to cheer on the Big Red!

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Fine Arts Performance—Wednesday, October 11
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)

Big Red Athletics—Thursday, October 12
Boys Soccer at George Cobb H`80 Field (16)
Varsity vs. NFDL/Oakfield/SMS—4:30 p.m.

Girls Volleyball at Fall River High School
JV2 vs. Horicon, ALCS/St. Ambrose—5:00 p.m. 

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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, 8:30 am–4:00 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 am–1:05 pm—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*, 2:00–3:15 pm—Join us to honor Wayland's 2023 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, Passion—in their personal and professional lives.
  Location: Field House (11)

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

• Wayland Museum Tours (self-guided), 3:45–4:45 pm—Visit Wayland's history museum in the lower level of Swan Library (follow the signs). View our rich history in photo displays, with historical artifacts as well.  
  Location: Swan Library (6)

• Campus Tours, 3:45–4:45 pm—If you have never been on a campus tour, here's your chance to see our academic spaces, residence halls, the library, and our athletic facilities. These walking tours will be led by students.
  Location: Tours will start at the Welcome Center in Lindsay Lobby (5)

• Dinner with Your Student(s)**, 5:15–6:15 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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• *CANCELED*
  Fun Run, 7:30 am—Join Head Coach and longtime faculty member, James Cleary H`20, alumni, and the Cross Country Team on a two-mile run around the Wayland Campus. See the old (and new sites) on our beautiful campus while also connecting with current student-athletes. This will also be Senior day for cross country!
  Location: The run will start and finish on South Campus near the George Cobb H`80 Soccer Field (16) and the practice field (15)
• 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–12:30 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, 9:00 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 pm—Brunch in Pickard is always a treat with eggs, fresh fruit, waffles, and much more.
  Location: Pickard Dining Hall (34)

• Big Red Boys Varsity Soccer vs. Fond du Lac, 11:30 am (time change from 12 pm)—Come out and cheer on the Big Red varsity boys soccer team as they take on the the Cardinals. This will also be Senior Day for soccer!
  Location: George Cobb H` 80 Soccer Field (16) on South Campus 

• Wayland Museum Tours (self-guided), 12:00–2:00 pm—Visit Wayland's history museum in the lower level of Swan Library (follow the signs). View our rich history in photo displays, with historical artifacts as well.  
  Location: Swan Library (6)

• *POSTPONED until a later date*
  Janik Field House Naming Ceremony, 3:00-3:40 pm—Join alumni and friends to celebrate the naming of the Field House in honor of donors Jim `74 and Susan Janik.
  Location: Janik Field House (11)

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

• Parent and Alumni Dinner—
  6:00–7:00 pm Cocktail Reception
  7:00–8:30 pm Dinner and Program
  Location: Old Hickory Golf Course (Google Map Link)
  Cost: $45 per person (advance purchase necessary)

• Coronation (Photo Opportunity), 6:00–7:00 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, 7:00–10:00 pm (students only)
  Location: Lindsay Complex (5)

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

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• Big Red Rowing Demo, 9 am (weather dependent)—Join Coaches Ahlborn and Loppnow for a rowing demonstration.. 
  Location: 307 Haskell St., Beaver Dam
• 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)**, 10:00–11:15 am—Before you hit the road or the airport, enjoy another delicious brunch in Pickard with your student(s).
  Location: Pickard Dining Hall (34)

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