Meet the Parent Ambassador Team

Nick '04 & Rachel Austin

We chose Wheaton Academy because we wanted to give our daughters every opportunity to thrive spiritually, academically, and socially, and Wheaton Academy is a fantastic partner in giving our daughters those opportunities. We are thankful for the teachers, staff, and coaches that care for the students and challenge them to follow Christ in all that they do.

Wheaton

Student: Sophia ’28

Co-curricular: Cross Country, Track, Orchestra

Aaron and Jodi Bauer

We love the strong focus on mentoring and discipleship in all areas of life at WA whether it’s in the classroom, academically, musically, or on the football field. We have seen how the teachers encourage the students, give them opportunities to use their talents/gifts that the Lord has given to them and to challenge them to do all for the glory of God.

Wheaton

Student: Caedmon ‘24, Henry ’29

Co-curricular: Football, Basketball, Band, Percussion Ensemble

Scott & Jennifer Brown

We value the mission of Wheaton Academy and are so incredibly thankful to be here.

Wheaton

Students: Sam ’25, Charlotte ’28

Co-curricular: Varsity Soccer

Nate and Rachel Culver

We value the mission of Wheaton Academy, which is relationships, excellence, and service for the Glory of God.

Warrenville

Students: Titus ’26 Simon ’27

Co-curricular: Basketball, Volleyball

Chris and Kasie Fallow

We appreciate Wheaton Academy and its commitment to provide a strong academic and spiritual foundation for our kids. We are thankful for its Christ-centered focus and the teachers and staff who invest in student lives, encouraging, affirming, and challenging them to follow Christ and excel in all that God has created them to be. Involvement in the co-curricular activities have also been rich with growth, joy and friendship.

Wheaton

Student: Emry ’26, Whittley ’28

Co-curricular: Spring Musical

Justin & Jennifer Howe

We love Wheaton Academy because because it is more than just a place to learn-it’s a community where our daughter feels valued, supported, inspired, and prepared for her future. This would not be possible without WA’s pleasant support staff, dedicated teachers, and accessible administrators. Inherently, the culture at WA has lead to many meaningful conversations and blossoming friendships. Every day brings new opportunities to grow, discover, and make a difference. Our school feels like home, and that makes all the difference!

St. Charles

Student:Thomas ’26, Aubrey ’28

Co-curricular: Volleyball, Band, Homecoming, Winterim, Chapel

Steve & Heather Karlson

Our family chose Wheaton Academy because of both the mission of WA and the relationships between the teachers and students. “Relationships, excellence, and service to the glory of God” describes so well what we desire for our children. The teachers at WA deeply care about our children’s academic, emotional, physical, & spiritual journey. Wheaton Academy partners with us, as parents, in this journey of raising our children.

West Chicago

Students: Jakob ’24, Linnea ’25, Tor ’28, Elsa ’29

Co-curricular: Soccer, Baseball, Tennis, Spring Musical, Choir, Project Lead

Amie '03 & Jordan Kasper

We value the mission of Wheaton Academy, which is relationships, excellence, and service for the Glory of God.

Wayne

Student: Evie ’28

Co-curricular: Business Club

Charlie & Lindsey Lindberg

As graduates of Wheaton Academy, we knew that WA would provide a life changing high school experience through its teachers, coaches, and faculty. The staff at WA has intentionally poured into our daughters spiritually, academically, and in their extracurricular activities, creating a community they are excited to be a part of!

Wayne

Students: Hannah ’24, Megan ’24, Kate ’26

Co-curricular: Soccer, Volleyball, Golf, Project Lead, Stage Crew, Orchestra

Wes and Lindy Mathews

Wheaton Academy has been a special place for our family for many years. We are grateful for the relationships our girls have made with friends, teachers and coaches. The biblical worldview taught in the classroom, presented in chapel, shared among the community and lived out through the staff and faculty is of great importance to us.

West Chicago

Student: Anna ’25, Britt ’27

Co-curricular: Tennis and Volleyball

Christopher McHugh & Maria Calabria-McHugh

From our first open house experience, it was undeniable the degree of investment the teachers have in the kids; it starts with Mrs. Hockett and permeates the entire school. WA is much more than an exemplary college preparatory school; Wheaton Academy thoroughly prepares students with essential life skills that are crucial for success in every endeavor.

Carol Stream

Student: Mia ’22, Alida ’26

Co-curricular: Furnace Company Dance, Cheer, WA Representative, Student Council

David & Jennifer McNutt

“Our family is thrilled to be part of Wheaton Academy. The Christ-centered curriculum is excellent, the faculty and staff are first-rate, and the mission of the school is clearly articulated and pursued through the integration of faith and learning. We love the community, and our time has been enhanced by getting involved in the music and athletics programs. Wheaton Academy offers an enriching and supportive environment that enables students to thrive in mind, heart, body and soul for Jesus Christ.”

Winfield

Students: Priscilla ’26

Co-curricular: JV Tennis (Girls), Craft Club, Orchestra

Adam & Sarah Miglio

We love Wheaton Academy and its dedication to shaping students through holistic growth and well-rounded college preparation. Wheaton Academy nurtures minds and hearts through excellent academics, spiritual formation, intentional mentoring by faculty and staff, and opportunities for connection and belonging. Everything - from academics to co-curriculars - is rooted in Christ and designed to support each student.

West Chicago

Students: Everett ’25 and Graham ’29

Co-curricular:Puente del Pueblo, Quiz Bowl, Math Team, Cross Country, Disc Club

Adam & Danielle Murrell

We feel Wheaton Academy is the best place to prepare our children to fulfill God's plan for their lives. We know God has great plans for our kids, and want to surround them with an environment that will inspire them to follow Jesus in every part of their lives. This includes academics, athletics, godly friendships, and cultivating their own personal relationships with Jesus.

Aurora

Students: Dominic ’26, Angelo ’28

Co-curricular: Baseball, Basketball

Andrew & MiWon Park

We value the mission of Wheaton Academy, which is relationships, excellence, and service for the Glory of God.

Naperville

Student: Lincoln ’26 and Penny ’28

Co-curricular: Baseball, Volleyball, DECA, Business Club

Renee Wright

We value the mission of Wheaton Academy, which is relationships, excellence, and service for the Glory of God.

Naperville

Student: Lydia ’28

Co-curricular: Golf, Choir, Mock Trial, Track and Field

Josh & Cheri Younce

For us, there was never really any other choice. Our family was a host family for the international student program several years ago and we were so impressed at the quality of the teachers and staff that are pouring into the lives of students. The robust elective class choices, Summer Academy, Winterim and the commitment to quality onsite and online education options were also key differentiators for us.

West Chicago

Student: Sydney ’24, Jackson ’26

Co-curricular: Soccer, Musicals

Stewart and Katherine Ruch

Wheaton Academy has been a wonderful educational step for our boys who had homeschooled up until high school. The opportunity to be part of a vibrant Christian community, to grow in leadership among peers, to participate in co-curriculars, and to be challenged to grow in a more formal academic setting has been uniquely met by Wheaton Academy.

West Chicago

Student: Christian ’22, Nathanel (Finn) ’25

Co-curricular: Soccer, Musicals, Plays, Band, Jazz Band, Worship Band, Cross Country, Choir

Jay & Alison Gear

We chose WA for it’s emphasis on education with a Biblical worldview. Our desire was for an environment that would provide strong Christian role models and a wholesome environment. At every turn we are amazed at the WA community as a whole and their genuine interest in building up the students and encouraging them to achieve their God-given potential. WA has also been such a blessing to our family by allowing us to host an International student.

Geneva

Students: Adrian ’24, David (Host Student) ’24

Co-curricular: Percussion, Math Team, Tennis

Eric & Sharon Ogden

Wheaton Academy is a place where my kids are challenged to grow and be their best academically, spiritually, physically and socially. The faculty are dedicated and caring and the variety of co-curriculars is truly extraordinary.

Glen Ellyn

Students: Jacqueline ’22, Colin ’23

Co-curricular: Band, Jazz Band, Football, Volleyball, WA Reps, Student Council, Puente

Jim and Kimberly Rathbun

We chose Wheaton Academy because we value the integration of God's Truth into all aspects of life and learning. Wheaton Academy has provided academic rigor and success against the backdrop of a Christ centered focus that also encourages our kids to grow in their faith.

Wheaton

Student: Hannah ’13, Caleb ’20, Abigail ’24

Co-curricular:Track, Orchestra, Student Council, Baseball, Volleyball, MASTER program, Worship Team, Project Lead, WA Reps, Mock trial, Business club

Fernando & Margaret Ereneta

We chose Wheaton Academy for the strong spiritual formation, which is an apparent goal in the faculty and the school.

Students: Fernando ’19, Vince ’20, Mila ’22, Stockton ’23, Talia ’25

Co-curricular: Soccer, Basketball, Volleyball team manager, Spoken word team, Quiz bowl, Project LEAD, Student government, Business club

Beth & Craig Jarvis

Wheaton Academy values excellence in all aspects of Christian education, but most importantly, Wheaton Academy values people. While at WA, our girls have been challenged academically, athletically, socially, and spiritually while being supported by competent faculty who truly care about each one.

Bartlett

Students: Abigail ’18, Hannah ’19, Karis ’23, Rebekah ’25

Co-curricular: Student council, WA Rep, Wise team, Puente, Project Nine, Project Lead, Concert Choir, Kantorei, Women’s Chorale, Grace Notes, Volleyball, Furnace, Band, Stage Crew, Musical Theater, Missions Trips, Bible Study and Discipleship

Paul & Amber Ryndak

We value that our children are held to high expectations at Wheaton Academy. Our children have been given the wonderful gift of being treated with respect for the young adults that they are. We love the intentional, Christ centered relationships that the faculty and staff are building with all students.

Saint Charles

Student: Jacob ’23, Emily ’25, Katie ’28

Co-curricular: Track & Field, Backstage Crew

John and Jennie Cathey

What a gift to know that at Wheaton Academy each student is seen, known, cared for, and loved. We are so grateful for the discipleship and the emphasis on excellence in all areas of a Christian education.

St. Charles

Student: Adelyn ’27

Co-curricular: Spring Musical, Orchestra

Dave and Laura Erickson

We chose Wheaton Academy because we desired a strong biblical foundation of instruction for high school. Wheaton Academy is a place where our kids grow in their God-given gifts, learn from encouraging teachers/staff, have strong academic opportunities, and thrive in their relationship with others and with Jesus.

Winfield

Students: Jacob ’27

Co-curricular: Cross Country, Game Club, Disc Club

Ted & Bethany Samulowitz

We were drawn to Wheaton Academy because of the authentic personal faith that was recognizable in the leadership, faculty, and staff from our first interaction with the school. The emphasis on developing each individual student’s unique potential, talents, character, friendships, leadership and faith has exceeded our expectations and been a genuine blessing for our daughter.

Geneva

Student: Ella ’25

Co-curricular: Chanson a capella, Women’s Choral, Worship Team,
Student Council

Monica & Mike Lanham

We believe Wheaton Academy is a community that encourages growth in young adults spiritually, physically, academically and relationally for the glory of God. It is a special place to our family as all four of our children have attended WA. We are grateful to Wheaton Academy for partnering with us to teach and mentor our kids through this season of life with a Christ centered foundation and advancing them in their preparedness for college and beyond .

Wheaton

Students: Luke ’15, Lexi ’17, Lauren ’20, Lody ’25

Co-curricular: Boys volleyball, Club hockey, Maroon platoon, girls volleyball, Furnace Co, Musical theater, Stage Crew, LAX, Golf, Project Lead, Student Council, Mission trips

Rob and Janel Toal

We chose WA because of its big kingdom-centered vision of preparing our kids for college and life beyond it – while encouraging them to explore and own their relationships with Jesus Christ – and to become the world changers God the Father made them to be.

Wheaton

Students: Aidan ’25, Isabel ’27

Co-curricular: Baseball

Marcy Vandersteeg

We were not thinking of considering WA but God reminded me I had been praying for Christian school for years and WA is a wonderful Christian high school. It has been such a blessing, first and foremost because Christ and faith is important within teacher/administrators/student lives and secondly for how encouraging the teachers are with creativity and innovation (in both the arts and academics).

Wheaton

Students: Vander ’23, Adelaide ’25

Co-curricular: Furnace (improv), Musicals, Robotics, The Server Project, Business Club

Laura & Scott Swoboda

Wheaton Academy has provided my children a challenging educational setting while at the same intentionally helping to develop them as followers of Christ. The teachers, the extra curriculars, coaches and the life-long friendships created over their four years at WA have been life changing.

Wheaton

Students: Lizzy ’18, Britta ’20, Sara ’22, Sam ’25

Co-curricular:
Football, basketball (boys), soccer (girls)

Joe & Natalie Angel

We initially chose Wheaton Academy for its superior academics rooted in the Christian worldview. Additionally, during the past few years we have been so impressed with the positive and encouraging environment our daughter has experienced from the community, both students and faculty, at WA.

Naperville

Student: Mia ’24, Will ’27

Co-curricular: Tennis, Business Club, Student Council

Chris & Gretchen Hupke

At Wheaton Academy, we found that students are provided with endless opportunities for personal, academic, spiritual and social growth in a rigorous, yet overwhelmingly supportive environment. The faculty is extremely invested and dedicated to student success. Additionally, we love that while the students are widely diverse in many ways, they share similar values and faith.

Geneva

Student: Will ’24

Co-curricular: Wrestling, Business Club, NHS, Project LEAD (Project IX), WA Rep, Soccer (Girls)

Christian & Jennifer Poland

We are so grateful to have a school that trains our children in godliness. The weekly chapels and exceptional teachers nurture spiritual growth in each student. They equip students for young adulthood by mentoring, encouraging, and empowering them throughout their high school years.

Glen Ellyn

Student: Gloria Grace ’21, Luke ’23, Elliot ’26

Co-curricular: Worship Team, Tennis, Soccer, Theater, Band, Jazz Band