NEW & RETURNING FAMILIES -- We hope you will join us for this exciting start to the school year! Meet your new teachers and classmates, explore classrooms, move into lockers, catch up with friends, and enjoy special treats. We look forward to seeing you there!
4-4:15
Doors Open for New Families Only
4:15-4:30
New Family Assembly (Gard Gym)
4:30-4:40
Arrival of Returning Families
4:30-5:30
Sokol Store & Pre-loved Apparel Sales Open
4:40-5:30
Classroom Visits / Advisor Visits / Dean Meetings
Middle School Locker Decorating
Playscape Open
Ice Cream Treats
8.20
First Day of School
8:00 AM
- 3:30 PM
ECLS Arrival 7:30-8:15 a.m. <br>
ECLS Dismissal 3:25 p.m. <br>
MS Arrival 7:45-8:25 a.m. <br>
MS Dismissal 3:25 p.m. <br>
US Arrival 8-8:30 a.m. <br>
US Morning Meeting 8:30 a.m. <br>
US Classes Begin 8:50 a.m. <br>
US Dismissal 3:30 p.m. <br>
9.1
SCHOOL CLOSED: Labor Day
8:00 AM
- 4:00 PM
9.9
Student Picture Day
9:30 AM
- 3:00 PM
Wellington Picture Day Fall '24<br>
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JAG COMMONS<br>
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Please see teacher/divisional assistant for schedule for full schedule. <br>
9.15
Applications Open for 2026-2027
Admissions Applications will open for the 2025-2026 school for all grade levels. Visit www.wellington.org/apply for more details and to access the Admissions Portal.
9.16
Applications Open for 2026-2027
Admissions Applications will open for the 2026-2027 school for all grade levels. Visit www.wellington.org/apply for more details and to access the Admissions Portal.
9.19
Founder's Day & Homecoming
5:00 PM
- 7:00 PM
9.19
Founder's Day/Homecoming Soccer Games
5:00 PM
- 9:00 PM
9.19
Pep Rally
2:25 PM
- 3:20 PM
9.24
Virtual Early Childhood Prospective Parent Information Session
1:00 PM
- 1:45 PM
Our virtual parent information sessions are a chance for prospective parents to learn more about Wellington from the comfort of your home or office. We’ll discuss academics, student life, the application process, and answer your questions. Plan for 45 minutes. Link information will be sent to your email prior to the event.
https://portals.veracross.com/tws/form/virtual-ecls-parent
9.30
First Annual Schoolwide Parent & Caregiver Social
6:30 PM
- 8:00 PM
Thomas Family Dining Room & Patio
Childcare provided with registration, Little Jags through Grade 4.
10.2
Tuition Assistance Filing Open for 26 -27, New & Current Families
8:00 AM
- 8:00 PM
10.2
Wellington Yoith Basketball League Registration Begins
10.3
Jag Friday (dress down attire)
8:00 AM
- 4:00 PM
10.8
Fall Sports Celebration/Fall Senior Night
5:00 PM
- 9:00 PM
10.10
NO SCHOOL: Parent/Teacher/Advisor Conferences 8am-noon
No School.
Conferences: 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
10.13
SCHOOL CLOSED: Fall Holiday
8:00 AM
- 4:00 PM
10.21
Picture Retakes
9:00 AM
- 12:00 PM
10.22
Admissions at the UA Farmer's Market
3:30 PM
- 6:30 PM
10.24
Winter Sports Begin
10.28
Alumni Care Package Night
5:00 PM
- 6:00 PM
11.2
Tuition Assistance 2026-2027 Filing Deadline for Current Families
See www.wellington.org/tuition-assistance for details about how to file.
11.4
Classes Late Start - Election Day
10:00 AM
- 10:05 AM
Late start at 10:00 a.m.
11.6
Virtual MSUS Prospecitve Parent Event
11:15 AM
- 12:00 PM
Our virtual parent information sessions are a chance for prospective parents to learn more about Wellington from the comfort of your home or office. We’ll discuss academics, student life, the application process, and answer your questions. Plan for 45 minutes. Link information will be sent to your email prior to the event.
https://portals.veracross.com/tws/form/virtual-ecls-parent
11.7
Jag Friday (dress down attire)
8:00 AM
- 4:00 PM
11.9
Experience Wellington, Grades 5-8
1:00 PM
- 3:00 PM
Experience Wellington is a dynamic opportunity for prospective grade 5-12 families to learn about the power of a Wellington education outside of school hours. This event is sure to be a fun, informative, experiential event for the whole family! Experience Wellington takes place on Sunday, November 2 from 1 to 3 pm.
11.9
Experience Wellington, Grades 9-12
1:00 PM
- 3:00 PM
Experience Wellington is a dynamic opportunity for prospective grade 5-12 families to learn about the power of a Wellington education outside of school hours. This event is sure to be a fun, informative, experiential event for the whole family! Experience Wellington takes place on Sunday, November 2 from 1 to 3 pm.
11.18
The Wellington Fund Day of Giving
7:00 AM
- 11:00 PM
11.24
NO SCHOOL: Professional Day
8:00 AM
- 4:00 PM
No School. Professional development day for faculty/staff
11.25
NO SCHOOL: Faculty Grading Day
8:00 AM
- 12:00 PM
No School. Faculty Grading Day 8am-12pm
11.26
SCHOOL CLOSED: Thanksgiving Break
Thanksgiving Break - school closed
11.27
SCHOOL CLOSED: Thanksgiving Break
Thanksgiving Break - school closed
11.28
SCHOOL CLOSED: Thanksgiving Break
Thanksgiving Break - school closed
11.28
Alumni Soccer Game
5:00 PM
- 7:30 PM
Roberts Field
12.1
Classes Resume Regular Schedule
resume regular hours
12.4
Middle School Prospective Student Visit
8:30 AM
- 1:00 PM
Visits for students entering Grades 5-8 might include shadowing a current student, joining a fun activity with middle school administrators, touring the school, and enjoying lunch in our dining room. Students applying for Grade 5, may spend a portion of the day with current Grade 4 Wellington students in addition to exploring the middle school. Middle School visitors do not have to be applicants to visit.
https://portals.veracross.com/tws/form/msus-parent
12.4
Middle School Prospective Parent Information Session
9:00 AM
- 10:30 AM
Our parent information sessions are a chance for prospective parents to learn more about Wellington. Division heads will discuss academics and student life and answer your questions. Admissions professionals will be available to explain the application process and offer a tour of the campus. Plan for an hour & a half. These visits are in-person.
https://portals.veracross.com/tws/form/msus-parent
12.5
Jag Friday (dress down attire)
8:00 AM
- 4:00 PM
12.5
Jaguar Invitational Basketball Games
2:00 PM
- 10:00 PM
12.6
Jaguar Invitational Basketball Games
10:00 AM
- 6:00 PM
12.8
Lower School Prospective Student Visit & Testing
8:30 AM
- 2:15 PM
Applicants for grades 2-4 will visit with their current grade level and experience a day at Wellington. One or more current students will act as a buddy to guide your child through the day. An admissions test covering reading and math will be administered while your student is on site.
www.wellington.org/register
12.9
Virtual Early Childhood & Lower School Prospective Parent Information Session
1:00 PM
- 1:45 PM
Our virtual parent information sessions are a chance for prospective parents to learn more about Wellington from the comfort of your home or office. We’ll discuss academics, student life, the application process, and answer your questions. Plan for 45 minutes. Link information will be sent to your email prior to the event.
https://portals.veracross.com/tws/form/virtual-ecls-parent
12.11
Upper School Prospective Parent Information Session
9:00 AM
- 10:30 AM
Our parent information sessions are a chance for prospective parents to learn more about Wellington. Division heads will discuss academics and student life and answer your questions. Admissions professionals will be available to explain the application process and offer a tour of the campus. Plan for an hour & a half. These visits are in-person.
https://portals.veracross.com/tws/form/msus-parent
12.22
NO SCHOOL: Winter Break
Winter break begins 12/22/25 and classes resume on 1/5/26
12.23
NO SCHOOL: Winter Break
Winter break begins 12/22/25 and classes resume on 1/5/26
12.24
NO SCHOOL: Winter Break
Winter break begins 12/22/25 and classes resume on 1/5/26
12.24
SCHOOL CLOSED
8:00 AM
- 4:00 PM
12.25
NO SCHOOL: Winter Break
Winter break begins 12/22/25 and classes resume on 1/5/26
12.25
SCHOOL CLOSED
8:00 AM
- 4:00 PM
12.26
NO SCHOOL: Winter Break
Winter break begins 12/22/25 and classes resume on 1/5/26
12.26
SCHOOL CLOSED
8:00 AM
- 4:00 PM
12.29
NO SCHOOL: Winter Break
Winter break begins 12/22/25 and classes resume on 1/5/26
12.29
SCHOOL CLOSED
8:00 AM
- 4:00 PM
12.30
NO SCHOOL: Winter Break
Winter break begins 12/22/25 and classes resume on 1/5/26
12.30
SCHOOL CLOSED
8:00 AM
- 4:00 PM
12.31
NO SCHOOL: Winter Break
Winter break begins 12/22/25 and classes resume on 1/5/26
12.31
SCHOOL CLOSED
8:00 AM
- 4:00 PM
1.1
NO SCHOOL: Winter Break
Winter break begins 12/22/25 and classes resume on 1/5/26
1.1
SCHOOL CLOSED
8:00 AM
- 4:00 PM
1.2
NO SCHOOL: Winter Break
Winter break begins 12/22/25 and classes resume on 1/5/26
1.3
Wellington Youth Basketball League Begins
1.5
Classes Resume Regular Schedule
resume regular hours
1.7
Middle School Basketball Bash
4:30 PM
- 7:00 PM
1.8
Middle School Prospective Parent Information Session
9:00 AM
- 10:30 AM
Our parent information sessions are a chance for prospective parents to learn more about Wellington. Division heads will discuss academics and student life and answer your questions. Admissions professionals will be available to explain the application process and offer a tour of the campus. Plan for an hour & a half. These visits are in-person.
https://portals.veracross.com/tws/form/msus-parent
1.8
Middle School Prospective Student Visit
8:30 AM
- 1:00 PM
Visits for students entering Grades 5-8 might include shadowing a current student, joining a fun activity with middle school administrators, touring the school, and enjoying lunch in our dining room. Students applying for Grade 5, may spend a portion of the day with current Grade 4 Wellington students in addition to exploring the middle school. Middle School visitors do not have to be applicants to visit.
https://portals.veracross.com/tws/form/msus-parent
1.9
Jag Friday (dress down attire)
8:00 AM
- 4:00 PM
1.13
Upper School Prospective Parent Information Session
9:00 AM
- 10:30 AM
Our parent information sessions are a chance for prospective parents to learn more about Wellington. Division heads will discuss academics and student life and answer your questions. Admissions professionals will be available to explain the application process and offer a tour of the campus. Plan for an hour & a half. These visits are in-person.
https://portals.veracross.com/tws/form/msus-parent
1.15
Early Childhood & Lower School Prospective Parent Information Session
9:00 AM
- 10:30 AM
Our parent information sessions are a chance for prospective parents to learn more about Wellington. Division heads will discuss academics and student life and answer your questions. Admissions professionals will be available to explain the application process and offer a tour of the campus. Plan for an hour & a half. These visits are in-person.
https://portals.veracross.com/tws/form/ec-parent
1.19
SCHOOL CLOSED: Martin Luther King Day
1.21
On-line Re-Enrollment for 2026-27 School Year Opens
12:00 PM
- 4:00 PM
The 2026-2027 re-enrollment opens today. Due date: Friday, January 30, 2026. Check your email from the Head of School for details.
1.24
Merit Scholarship & Admissions Testing
9:00 AM
- 12:00 PM
As part of the application process, students applying for grades 5-12 take an admissions test. Applicants for grades 5-9 may also opt to compete for a merit scholarship.
www.wellington.org/register
https://www.wellington.org/merit-scholarships
1.30
Online Re-Enrollment Deadline for 2026-2027 School Year
4:00 PM
- 6:00 PM
2.1
Tuition Assistance Deadline for New Families
See www.wellington.org/tuition-assistance for detailed instructions on how to submit your filing.
2.3
Upper School Prospective Parent Evening Information Session
6:00 PM
- 7:00 PM
Our parent information sessions are a chance for prospective parents to learn more about Wellington. Division heads will discuss academics and student life and answer your questions. Admissions professionals will be available to explain the application process and offer a tour of the campus. Plan for an hour & a half. These visits are in-person.
https://portals.veracross.com/tws/form/msus-parent
2.3
Middle School Prospective Parent Evening Information Session
6:00 PM
- 7:00 PM
Our parent information sessions are a chance for prospective parents to learn more about Wellington. Division heads will discuss academics and student life and answer your questions. Admissions professionals will be available to explain the application process and offer a tour of the campus. Plan for an hour & a half. These visits are in-person.
https://portals.veracross.com/tws/form/msus-parent
2.6
Jag Friday (dress down attire)
8:00 AM
- 4:00 PM
2.6
Athletic Boosters Piada Spaghetti Dinner
4:30 PM
- 8:30 PM
2.6
Winter Sport Senior Night Games
6:00 PM
- 10:00 PM
2.13
NO SCHOOL: Professional Day
8:00 AM
- 4:00 PM
No School. Professional development day for faculty/staff
2.15
First-Round Applicant Deadline
2.16
SCHOOL CLOSED: Presidents Day
8:00 AM
- 4:00 PM
Presidents Day
2.18
Spring Sports Begin
2.19
All Things Wellington
6:30 PM
- 8:00 PM
We help students find their purpose and realize their potential for tomorrow’s world. But how do we do it? Join us for an entertaining and inspiring look into the making of the Wellington experience. Enjoy documentary-style video storytelling, live performances, and special guests during one of our favorite nights of the year.
2.19
ATW Reception
8:00 PM
- 9:00 PM
2.24
Upper School Prospective Parent Information Session
9:00 AM
- 10:30 AM
Our parent information sessions are a chance for prospective parents to learn more about Wellington. Division heads will discuss academics and student life and answer your questions. Admissions professionals will be available to explain the application process and offer a tour of the campus. Plan for an hour & a half. These visits are in-person.
https://portals.veracross.com/tws/form/msus-parent
3.2
First-Round Admissions Decisions
3.6
Jag Friday (dress down attire)
8:00 AM
- 4:00 PM
3.6
Prospective College Athlete Signing
3.17
Second-Round Admissions Decisions
3.20
NO SCHOOL: Parent/Teacher Conferences 8am-noon
No School.
ECLS Parent Teacher Conferences: 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
MS/US Parent/Advisory Conferences 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
3.23
NO SCHOOL: Spring Break
3.24
NO SCHOOL: Spring Break
3.25
NO SCHOOL: Spring Break
3.26
NO SCHOOL: Spring Break
3.27
NO SCHOOL: Spring Break
3.30
NO SCHOOL: Spring Break
3.30
SCHOOL CLOSED
8:00 AM
- 4:00 PM
3.31
NO SCHOOL: Spring Break
3.31
SCHOOL CLOSED
8:00 AM
- 4:00 PM
4.1
NO SCHOOL: Spring Break
4.1
SCHOOL CLOSED
8:00 AM
- 4:00 PM
4.2
NO SCHOOL: Spring Break
4.2
SCHOOL CLOSED
8:00 AM
- 4:00 PM
4.3
NO SCHOOL: Spring Break
4.3
SCHOOL CLOSED
8:00 AM
- 4:00 PM
4.6
Classes Resume Regular Schedule
resume regular hours
4.10
Jag Friday (dress down attire)
8:00 AM
- 4:00 PM
4.17
Alumni Celebration of Awards
4:00 PM
- 6:15 PM
4.18
All Alumni Class Reunions
Locations & Times TBD
5.1
Early Dismissal (11:15a.m. for EC/LS/MS and 11:30 a.m. for US)
Dismissal Schedule:
11:15 a.m.
Early Childhood
Lower School
Middle School
11:30 a.m.
Upper School (office will close at noon)
5.1
Grandparents & Special Friends Day
8:00 AM
- 11:30 AM
Doors open at 7:45 am. Full agenda and registration information coming soon!
5.8
Jag Friday (dress down attire)
8:00 AM
- 4:00 PM
5.13
Middle School Spring Sports Recognition at Morning Meeting