Over 415 students attended the annual Step Up Day at Washington Academy on Friday, May 13. Students spent the morning meeting with their advisors and walking through their fall schedule in 30-minute blocks. They then attended a performance by Audio Body, a one-of-a-kind performance combining physical comedy, cutting-edge technology, and live music in the Gardner Gym and enjoyed the sunny afternoon with a cook-out and field day events. Prizes were awarded to students who won the water relay race, obstacle course, car contest, and Raider Pride best dressed. Staff and faculty all pitched in making popcorn, flavored ice cones, cotton candy, getting “dunked” in the tank, and organizing games. This annual event provides students with an opportunity to test drive their fall classes and make changes early, avoiding missed classes in September while courses are being juggled. A special thanks to Sherry Radeka who organized this year’s WA Step Up Day.

Cassidy Cook enjoys some freshly made cotton candy at this year’s Step Up Day at WA.