Our incredible Student Body Leadership presidency recently sent a survey to their fellow students asking how well we’re doing as a school with our core value of Culture of Belonging. The results were powerfully and professionally delivered to Williamsburg’s leaders and mentors during a recent professional development meeting.

Much of the feedback was highly positive, like this response:

“Middle school is supposed to be some of the worst years of a person’s life, but I had a blast! My attitude towards learning, life, health, friendships, and work have all changed since then, and Williamsburg Academy and its wonderful mentors have played essential roles in this growth. My leadership classes, in particular, have helped me learn what the elements of an inclusive, emotionally open environment are and have helped me replicate it in other parts of my social circle. I’m so grateful for this school and the way it has and continues to shape my future as a principled leader!”

We also heard from students who have felt bullied or excluded:

“A lot of it has been silent isolation that I’ve faced and witnessed. Most won’t insult you directly, but they will find other ways to say how they feel about you, even if it has to be in private and outside school settings or in subtler, passive-aggressive ways that dehumanize and insult people to the same degree that being openly cruel would do. It feels isolating.”

We are so grateful for this feedback. It helps us find new ways we can improve our school culture. Special thanks to Sabrina Allen, Brandon Johnson, and Maya Lai for presenting to the faculty! You are truly Principled Leaders, and we are so proud to serve you and your fellow students.

Sincerely,

Pete Jensen

Executive Director, LAU

Action Items

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Announcements

Virtual mental health screenings: All middle and high school students in Davis County have an opportunity to meet with mental health professionals on Tuesday, March 29. Click here to learn more or make an appointment for your student.

March school counselor update: We’re excited to share March’s update from our school counselors! Click here to view upcoming events, registration information, and more.

Encourage your student to sign up for LAU Prom! This year, Prom will be Friday, April 15, from 7:00-11:00 PM MT at The Vista at Cedar Hills Golf Club in Cedar Hills, Utah. All LAU and WA high school students are welcome – and so are their guests! Prom is $5 per person for both students and guests. Click here to learn more and RSVP.

Upcoming Burger Meet: Join us on Friday, March 25, for an Ice Skating Party in Provo, Utah! All students, family, and friends are invited to join us at the Peaks Ice Arena from 4:00-8:00 PM MT. Click here to learn more.

Let’s go for a swim! LAU is hosting a pool party on Saturday, April 16! From 7:00-10:00 PM MT, all students and friends are welcome to join us at Surf ‘n Swim in Layton, Utah. Visit the activity page to learn more and sign up.

Grad Night at Disneyland: Celebrate graduation at the Happiest Place on Earth! All high school seniors are invited to attend Grad Night at Disneyland on Wednesday, June 1. Click here for details and instructions on how to sign up.

Upcoming Events

Today: Inspiration Hour with Becky Farley from Mindful Art Company at 1:00 PM MT

Today: Outdoor Adventure #6

Today: First Friday Game Night with Student Body Leadership at 6:00 PM MT

March 8: All assignments for live courses must be submitted by 9:00 PM MT

March 9: Study Day – No Class

March 10-11: Midterms – No Class

March 14-18: Spring Break – No Class, Offices Closed