Upper School Extracurriculars

National Beta is the largest independent, non-profit, educational youth organization in America. The organization recognizes high academic achievement, promotes character and social responsibility, encourages service involvement in school and community, fosters leadership skills, and provides settings for your child to develop interpersonal relationship skills.

The WCA has two  Beta Club chapters.  Junior Beta Club holds inductions of 7th and 8th graders each fall. High School Beta Club holds inductions of 9th and 10th graders each spring. Both chapters complete service projects in conjunction with Weddington Methodist Church ministries. Students are inducted based on academic record, moral character, and leadership.

High School Beta Information
Meetings: 3rd Thursday of the month during lunch
Location:  Youth Center

WCA Student Government is responsible for planning Upper School events with support and supervision from school administration and PTF volunteers. 

Student Government consists of an Executive Committee made up of 9th and 10th graders and Class Representatives from grades 6 through 10.  Elections take place every fall.  

Grade Levels: 6th-10th grade
Meetings: 3rd Tuesday of the month during lunch
Location: Youth Center

WCA is proud to introduce Debate Club, a club designed to help students hone their communication and argument skills. Students meet weekly to practice debating, with the eventual goal of competing in local tournaments.

To join the Debate Club, students should create an account with the National Speech and Debate Association and complete the on-line introductory class. Show proof of completion to Ms. Tamara Jacob, the club advisor. 

Grade Levels:  9th-10th
Meetings: Each Wednesday during recess/lunch
Location:  Youth Center 
 

The WCA Wings of Worship Choir is WCA's premiere music ensemble. Directed by Dr. Rob Ridgell, the Traditional Worship Music Minister at Weddington Methodist Church, and Rita Vutsinas, the choir will perform liturgical and contemporary music. Students will perform at school, church, and community events.

Grade Levels: 7th-10th grade
Meetings: Wednesdays, 3-3:45 pm
Location: Weddington Methodist Church Sanctuary

WCA proudly presents a school-wide musical each spring under the direction of Vice Principal Brad Dieter. Upper School students are encouraged to audition for cast and crew.

This year's production of The Sound of Music, Youth Edition, will take place on Friday, April 24 and Saturday, April 25.

2025 - Annie Jr.
2026 - The Sound of Music, Youth Edition

The Hawk Honor Guard is responsible for raising and lowering the outdoor flags as necessary and leading flag ceremonies for chapel and other school events.

Grade Levels: 9th-10th
Meetings: 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of Each Month
Location: Youth Center

The WCA Praise Band leads worship at our weekly chapels under the direction of Mrs. Angela Barker.

Grade Levels: 6th-10th
Meetings: Tuesdays at 7:30 am
Location:  Mrs. Barker's classroom

Stay tuned for information on lunch clubs!