FAQs

Schedules are typically mailed out during the third week of August.

On the first day of school, teachers will hand out a course syllabus that will contain all required school supplies for that specific course. Students enrolled in a math class during the fall semester can find information regarding the required calculator for the course in the Program of Studies under the Mathematics section.

Yes! The School Counseling Office tracks all student courses to make sure they are meeting all WA graduation requirements. In addition, we advise students regarding courses that would help to best prepare them to attend a four year college or university.

WA does have an attendance policy, which is outlined in our student handbook . Students are allowed to miss ten (10) school days in each semester. Anything beyond the ten (10) days results in the student attendance record being reviewed at the end of each semester by an attendance committee. Parental notes are required to prevent any impact to quarter grades.

Q: If I forget my picture form and money at home, can I still purchase my school pictures?
A: Yes. You can order online at https://mylifetouch.com/ using the Picture Day ID provided.
                         
Q: Do I have to take my school picture even if my guardians are not purchasing them?
A: Yes. These photos will be uploaded to the school-based data system for internal student identification.
                         
Q: I am a senior and have already had my pictures taken by a professional photographer. Do I still need to have school pictures taken?
A: Yes. Senior school pictures will also be uploaded to the school-based data system for internal student identification. Photos may be used in the yearbook, for publication of scholarship recipients, and the wallboard composite representing the graduating class hanging in the hallway.
                         
Q: I am a dorm student and just had my photo taken for the WADorm Student Directory. Do I still need to have my school picture taken?
A: Yes. Dorm student school pictures will be uploaded to the school-based data system for internal student identification. 
                       
Q: If I take my photo today and don't like it, will there be a makeup school picture day for retakes?
A: Yes. There will be a makeup/retake day. Watch for announcements at school and on WA social media.

*Please remind students to remove their hats and hoods for their photos.*

Buckle Up Driving School holds driver education classes at Washington Academy. Please click here to learn more, and contact them directly for more information about the classes they offer.

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No, all cooking must be done in the common room area of your dorm.

Yes, you do. However, upon arrival new students will have a set of bedding provided until they have the opportunity to purchase their own. So there is not need to arrive with bedding.

No, we only pick up and drop off students in Bangor at the airport or the Concord bus station.

Yes. Res Life runs a bus every Sunday and Wednesday that takes students into Machias. In town there is a Hannaford (groceries), Walgreens (pharmacy), various other stores and a few restaurants.  There will also be occasional a weekend shopping trips, plus special trips for homecoming and prom.