West Michigan Aviation AcademyStudent Guide

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Student guide · First Semester 2026

The semester, explained for West Michigan Aviation 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
First Semester 2026
Campus terms
7
Local details
7

Academic calendar

First Semester 2026 runs Aug 24, 2026 – Dec 17, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

3 entries
  1. First Semester 2026Relevant now
  2. 2026-2027 School Year
  3. Second Semester 2027

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Campus language

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7 terms

C

CAP
Civil Air Patrol, a major extracurricular program integrated with the school's aviation focus.

F

FIRST
Refers to the FIRST Robotics program, specifically Team 5980 (The East Grand Rapids reference is a common confusion, but 5980 is the WMAA team).
Flight
Common shorthand for aviation-specific elective blocks or scheduled flight training sessions.

N

NHS
National Honor Society.

S

STUCO
Student Council.

T

The Hangar
The multipurpose gym and cafeteria area where students eat lunch and attend assemblies.
The Line
Refers to the flight line at the Gerald R. Ford International Airport where the school's training aircraft are stationed.

Places and practicalities

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

7 details
Aviation Center
The specialized facility located on the airport grounds used for flight training and aviation labs.
Late Start
Scheduled days where classes begin later than the standard 8:00 AM start time to allow for staff professional development.
PowerSchool
The online portal used by students and parents to monitor grades, GPA, and attendance.
Schoology
The primary learning management system (LMS) where teachers post assignments and course materials.
The Hangar
The central multipurpose facility used for athletics, dining, and large school gatherings.
Uniform
The mandatory daily dress code, typically consisting of school-branded polos and khaki trousers.
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WMAA Food Service (K-12 by Elior)

Quick answers

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What academic term is relevant now?
First Semester 2026 runs Aug 24, 2026 – Dec 17, 2026.
How much campus context is included?
7 approved campus terms and 7 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 Grand Rapids for West Michigan Aviation Academy Students

Everything you need to know about living and studying in Grand Rapids.

Timezone

Eastern Time (ET)

Median Rent

$1,250

Cost of Living Index

92

Student Population

50,000

City Transportation

Walkability

57

Bikeability

57

Public Transit

The Rapid bus system

Nearest Airports

Gerald R. Ford International Airport

Climate Averages

Climate

Humid continental

Avg Annual Temp

48.5°F

Avg Snowfall

64 in

Campus Operations Snapshot

Parking and Transit

Main Campus Lot

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Designated for students with Main Campus parking tags.

Flight Training Center (FTC) Lot

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Designated for students with FTC parking tags.

Airport Economy Lot

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Designated for students with Airport Economy Lot tags.

Campus News

Latest updates from West Michigan Aviation Academy

WMU and West Michigan Aviation Academy Announce Aviation Pathway Partnership

Western Michigan University's College of Aviation and WMAA have launched a new pathway program providing guaranteed admission opportunities for qualified WMAA students into WMU's flight science program.

Jun 4, 2026

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WMAA Celebrates 15-Year Legacy in Summer 2026 Newsletter

The Summer 2026 Horizons Newsletter highlights the academy's 15-year history of excellence in aviation-focused STEM education and the impact of its discovery flight programs.

Jun 1, 2026

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West Michigan Aviation Academy Holds 2026 Commencement

The academy celebrated its 2026 graduating class with a commencement ceremony held at Calvin University.

May 22, 2026

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Upcoming Events

What's happening at West Michigan Aviation Academy

WMAA Closed - No School

September 4, 2026

West Michigan Aviation Academy

The academy will be closed for students and staff.

Labor Day - WMAA Closed

September 7, 2026

West Michigan Aviation Academy

School closed in observance of Labor Day.

NHS Induction Ceremony

September 14, 2026

West Michigan Aviation Academy

National Honor Society induction ceremony starting at 6:00 PM.

Picture Retake Day

September 30, 2026

West Michigan Aviation Academy

School picture retakes will take place all day.

Campus Details

Academic System

Semester

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