East Wake AcademyStudent Guide

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Student guide · East Wake Academy School Year 2026-2027

The semester, explained for East Wake Academy

Dates from the active academic calendar, plus the campus language and local details students actually need. Every entry comes from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

Relevant term
East Wake Academy School Year 2026-2027
Campus terms
9
Local details
11

Academic calendar

East Wake Academy School Year 2026-2027 runs Jul 16, 2026 – May 28, 2027. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

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Campus language

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9 terms

D

Dining Hall
The multi-purpose area located in the back of the gymnasium where students eat and where late carpool pickups are coordinated.

E

EWA
The standard abbreviation for East Wake Academy used by students and staff in all written and verbal communication.
EWA PTA
The East Wake Academy Parent Teacher Association, which supports school programs and organizes community events.
EWEF
East Wake Education Foundation, a nonprofit supporting the school's educational initiatives and scholarship funds.

M

My Hot Lunchbox
The online platform used by families to pre-order and pay for student school meals.

N

NHS
National Honor Society, the high school academic and service leadership organization.

P

PAL
Parents As Leaders; the former name of the PTA, still frequently used in reference to non-uniform 'Dress Down Days'.

S

SGA
Student Government Association, the representative body for the student population.

T

The Academy
A common shorthand name for the school, used locally to distinguish it from other traditional public schools in the area.

Places and practicalities

Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.

11 details
Building 4
The facility housing the Media Center and specific K-4 or Middle Academy classrooms.
Building 5
A campus building that contains the dance room and serves as the hub for the WINGS before-and-after-school program.
Dress Down Pass
A permit, often purchased through the PTA, allowing a student to wear non-uniform clothing on designated days.
Eagle Hall
The designated waiting area for Elementary and Middle Academy students who are being picked up by Senior Academy student drivers.
Infinite Campus
The digital portal used by students and parents to track grades, attendance, and administrative records.
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K4 Dining Hall
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Senior Academy Dining Hall
Spirit Hall
A hallway area frequently used for campus announcements and the school's central 'lost and found' station.
The Eagle's Nest
The school's gymnasium and main multi-purpose building used for athletics and large assemblies.
WINGS
Working In New Ground Successfully; the official name for the school’s supervised before-and-after-care program.
Yellow Tag
A specific carpool identification tag issued to families who must pick up students from both the Middle and High school academies.

Quick answers

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What academic term is relevant now?
East Wake Academy School Year 2026-2027 runs Jul 16, 2026 – May 28, 2027.
How much campus context is included?
9 approved campus terms and 11 local details are included in full.
Are all approved campus terms included?
Yes. The complete approved glossary is available in the scrollable, searchable campus-language section.
Where does this guide come from?
Calendar dates, campus terms, and local details come from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

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Life in Zebulon for East Wake Academy Students

Everything you need to know about living and studying in Zebulon.

Timezone

Eastern Time (ET)

Median Rent

$1,109

City Transportation

Public Transit

GoRaleigh 401X commuter route

Nearest Airports

Raleigh-Durham International Airport

Climate Averages

Climate

Humid subtropical

Avg Annual Temp

60°F

Avg Snowfall

8 in

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Main Campus Surface Lot

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Campus News

Latest updates from East Wake Academy

First Graders Host Successful Student-Led Conferences

First graders at EWA took ownership of their learning by leading conferences with parents, sharing work, and reflecting on academic goals.

Oct 15, 2026

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Board of Directors Approves 2026-2027 Strategic Updates

The EWA Board met to discuss strategic planning, governance, and financial reports for the current fiscal year.

Oct 12, 2026

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EWA coordinates with Zebulon Police Dept for campus presence during morning arrivals.

EWA coordinates with Zebulon Police Dept for campus presence during morning arrivals.

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Upcoming Events

What's happening at East Wake Academy

Scholastic Book Fair Family Event

October 27, 2026

Building 4 – Media Center

Join East Wake Academy for the Scholastic Book Fair Family Event from 3:30 PM to 6:00 PM. Students can explore new books and eWallet options are available.

Fall Uniform Yearbook Retake/Absentee Pictures

October 28, 2026

East Wake Academy Campus

Strawbridge will be on campus for final yearbook retakes and absentee pictures for students who missed the original day.

EWA Board of Directors Meeting

November 9, 2026

Eagles Nest (K4 Academy)

Regular monthly meeting of the East Wake Academy Board of Directors starting at 6:30 PM.

Veteran's Day Holiday (No School)

November 11, 2026

N/A

School closed in observance of Veteran's Day.

Thanksgiving Holiday Break

November 23, 2026

N/A

Start of the Thanksgiving holiday recess; school closed November 23-27.

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