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Bringing History to Life: The Wellington Approach
History isn’t just something to memorize — it’s something to experience. In this student-written blog, Alice Clark ’28 explores how Wellington’s approach to history brings the past to life through immersive projects, critical discussions, and real-world connections. By making history feel relevant, Wellington helps students develop a deeper understanding of the world and their place in it. Read the blog.
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Athletic Boosters Piada Spaghetti Dinner & Online Auction
Friday, February 7, 4:30-8:30 p.m.
Purchase tickets and join the online auction
WPA Pre-Loved Apparel Sale
Friday, February 7, 7:30-8:30 a.m.
Jag Friday (Dress Down Day)
Friday, February 7
WPA Meeting
Tuesday, February 11, 8:15-9:15 a.m.
ISACS Parent Webinar Series
Wednesday, February 12, 7:30 p.m.
Register
No School: Professional Development Day
Friday, February 14
School Closed: Presidents Day
Monday, February 17
Middle School Parent & Caregiver Coffee: College Counseling
Wednesday, February 19, 8:30-9:15 a.m.
State of the School & All Things Wellington
Thursday, February 20, 6:30 p.m.
Reserve your seats
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Wellington Welcomes Dr. Nicholas Williams as Director of Athletics and Physical Education
Wellington is excited to welcome Dr. Nicholas Williams as our new director of athletics and physical education, beginning July 1, 2025! A former multi-sport, state championship-winning high school athlete and Division I track and field student-athlete, Dr. Williams brings extensive experience in athletics, independent schools, and higher education, most recently serving in student life at Vanderbilt University.
“I am both humbled and exhilarated to join the extraordinary Wellington community,” shares Dr. Williams. “With deep knowledge and passion for fostering excellence in athletics and physical well-being, I look forward to inspiring our students and helping them succeed.”
Fun fact: Dr. Williams attended Wellington as a prekindergarten student and remains in touch with several classmates, including alumni board member and Wellington Trustee, Jacob Robinson ’10.
Please join us in welcoming Dr. Williams to Wellington!
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Wellington Welcomes Ms. Nicole Franks as Assistant Head of Early Childhood and Lower School
Wellington is excited to welcome Ms. Nicole Franks as our new assistant head of early childhood and lower school, beginning July 1, 2025! With over two decades of experience in early childhood and lower school education, Ms. Franks has spent the past 15 years at Laurel School in Shaker Heights, Ohio, leading early childhood programs and supporting students, faculty, and families.
“Choosing Wellington is about more than joining a dynamic community—it’s about fostering an environment where students, educators, and families can grow together, challenge one another, and create lasting impact,” shares Ms. Franks. “I am delighted and honored to be part of a school deeply committed to belonging.”
Please join us in welcoming Ms. Franks to Wellington this summer!
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State of the School & All Things Wellington 2025 - February 20
You are invited to an evening celebrating Wellington’s community and vision for the future. On Thursday, February 20, at 6:30 p.m., Head of School Eliza McLaren will deliver a State of the School address, providing key insights into her learnings about Wellington, updates on current programs and initiatives, and announcements about upcoming plans and the strategic planning process. Additionally, the evening will showcase student performances and include videos that highlight Wellington’s enduring values. This event is open to all members of the Wellington community, including parents, caregivers, faculty, staff, alumni, and members of the Board of Trustees. We look forward to seeing you there. Reserve your seat.
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Athletic Boosters Piada Spaghetti Dinner & Online Auction (Now Open!) - February 7
The Athletic Boosters Piada Spaghetti Dinner & Online Auction is back Friday, February 7, from 4:30-8:30 p.m.! Enjoy a delicious meal and stick around to cheer on our varsity basketball teams and celebrate our senior winter athletes. Tickets are $10 per person if purchased in advance, with proceeds benefiting Wellington Athletic Boosters. For more details and to buy tickets, visit www.wellington.org/spaghetti-dinner. The online auction is now open. Bid now through February 7 by clicking here!
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Summer Program 2025 - Registration Now Open!
The 2025 Wellington Summer Program offers eight weeks of exciting opportunities for students in prekindergarten through grade 12. Registration is now open for Wellington families, with general public registration beginning Tuesday, February 18. Explore the full program catalog and start planning for an unforgettable summer! For more information, visit www.wellington.org/summer.
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WPA Leadership Lab is Rescheduled to February 27
Parents and caregivers are invited to join the Wellington Parents Association on Thursday, February 27, from 8:30-11:30 a.m., for a sampler of the Upper School Leadership Lab. In this unique session, you'll experience and co-create together a change-making process that will build our connectedness as a team and offer a chance for us to formulate a shared vision for our work together. As leaders in the school, this promises to be a rare chance for this group of caring parents and caregivers to come together for deep listening, connection, and collaboration around our common purpose - our Wellington community and ensuring all thrive in it! This session is facilitated by the Leadership Lab founders, parents Jenn and Jason Miller P ’26, and Head of Upper School Rishi Raghunathan. Sign up now!
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2025-2026 Major Dates Now Available
The major dates calendar for the 2025-2026 school year is now available. You can access it here or through the School News & Information page in the parent portal.
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Wellington to Host 2025 State Chess Championships
Wellington is thrilled to host the 2025 Ohio Elementary, Middle, and High School State Chess Championships on April 26-27, welcoming over 300 students! Learn more and register here. Interested in volunteering or have questions? Contact Kathy Lin at lin@wellington.org.
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Grandparent Information Needed for Grandparents & Special Friends Celebration - May 2
Grandparents and special friends are invited to our annual celebration on Friday, May 2, 2025. We need your help to ensure invitations are sent to grandparents. Please log in to your Veracross parent portal and navigate to Family Profile Changes, Household Contacts, and Contacts for My Children to ADD grandparent email and mailing addresses (please no parent information). For existing grandparent records, you must email to share address updates. To request that grandparents DO NOT receive a printed or digital invitation in March, email eggleton@wellington.org by February 15. If your child does not have a grandparent to attend on May 2, consider sharing the registration link with a special friend (18+) once registration opens on March 28. Questions? Email eggleton@wellington.org.
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ISACS Parent Webinar Series - February 12
The Independent Schools Association of the Central States (ISACS) continues its parent webinar series with “Squish the Peas: Life Lessons from Toddlers on How to Live a Happier, Healthier Life.” Pediatric emergency physician and author Dr. Hasan Merali will share insights on how toddlers excel at kindness, play, teamwork, and risk-taking — habits that can improve the well-being of both children and adults. The live webinar is Wednesday, February 12, at 7:30 p.m. You must pre-register before February 12 to access the recording. Register here.
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WPA Pre-Loved Apparel Sale - February 7
Join the WPA on Friday, February 7, from 7:30-8:30 a.m., in A105.3 just inside the ROHR. Enter through the rotunda and look for a sign in the lower school hallway.
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Fundraising Rewards: Little Things Make a Big Difference
Connect your loyalty programs, such as Amazon Smile and Kroger Card Rewards, to support Wellington every time you shop! Click here for directions on how to connect your accounts!
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Winter Sports Update
Winter Sports Senior Recognition at Spaghetti Dinner - February 7
Between the girls and boys basketball games (approximately 7:30 p.m.), there will be a ceremony to celebrate all our winter sports athletes, including swimming and diving, boys basketball, girls basketball, bowling, and cheer. Be sure to pop into Gard Gym at that time to help celebrate all 15 of our seniors! Learn more about the Spaghetti Dinner.
Upper School:
Upper School Girls Basketball:
The upper school girls basketball team currently has a 16-4 record and has locked in a three seed for the District Tournament. They host Liberty Christian on February 13, at 7 p.m., for their first tournament game! Be sure to come out to support seniors Elodie Ware ’25 and Ishana Samaranayake ’25 this Friday at the Spaghetti Dinner as they take on Independence at 6 p.m.!
Upper School Boys Basketball:
Despite missing two starters, the boys basketball notched a huge 62-41 league win over Millersport! The team was led by Will Flinn ’28 with 19, Noah Ehlers ’25 with 16, and Will Myers ’28 with 11. Come out to support seniors Malcolm Wade ’25, Noah Ehlers ’25, and Hash Kesani ’25 this Friday at Spaghetti Dinner as they take on Berne Union at 8 p.m.!
Upper School Swimming and Diving:
The upper school swimming and diving team competed in the MSL Championship meet this past weekend. The boys team finished 2nd out of 8 teams, while the girls finished 4th. The team posted 17 personal best scores, 11 first-place finishes, 4 second-place finishes, and 3 third-place finishes. Three swimmers won all four of their races (Cameron Petitt ’25, Kai Rozmiarek ’25, and Jack Mahaffey ’27). Cameron Petitt set a new school record in the 100 butterfly with a time of 52.27! The team competes in sectionals this weekend, with the boys competing in the morning at Columbus Academy and the girls in the afternoon at Columbus School for Girls!
Upper School Bowling:
The upper school bowling team competes in the MSL Championship this Friday at Wayne Webb’s Columbus, starting at 8 a.m.!
Middle School:
Middle School Girls Basketball:
Both of our middle school girls basketball teams will be hosting tournament games this year. The 7th grade team clinched the number 1 seed and will play Grove City Christian on Monday at 6 p.m., while the 8th grade team clinched the 2 seed and will play Bishop Rosecrans on Saturday at 3:30 p.m.!
Middle School Boys Basketball:
Both of our middle school boys basketball teams will be hosting tournament games this season! The 7th grade team clinched the 3 seed and will play Fairfield Christian on Saturday at 4:45 p.m., while the 8th grade team clinched the 2 seed and will play Miller on Saturday at 6 p.m.!
Middle School Swimming:
On January 14, the middle school swim team participated in their championship meet, finishing 4th overall despite only having eight girls competing in the meet! The 200 medley and 200 freestyle relay teams of Emily Ricci ’29, Madeleine Scantland ’30, Avery Pugh ’29, and Adela Palmer ’29 broke the school record in both events, finishing third in both events with times of 2:05:09 and 1:56.04 respectively! The meet also saw nine personal bests, 2 second-place finishes, 3 third-place finishes, and a school record by Adela Palmer ’29 in the 100 free with a time of 1:00.20.
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