News Release

LWHS Color Guard hosts Summer Tryouts Camp in June

May 26th, 2010

LAKE WALES – Lake Wales High School Legacy Color Guard will host a 2010 Summer Tryouts Camp for students who want to perform with the Color Guard team.

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Bok Lady Knight Leaders visit Polk Avenue, Hillcrest

May 26th, 2010

LAKE WALES – Members of the Bok Academy “Lady Knight Leaders” visited two elementary schools this week to talk to fifth grade girls about transitioning to middle school next year.

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Robin Gibson to speak at Lake Wales High graduation

May 26th, 2010

LAKE WALES – One of the founders of the Lake Wales Charter Schools system will be the keynote speaker at this year’s Lake Wales High School graduation ceremony on June 5.

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Bok students work with local County Judge

May 26th, 2010

LAKE WALES – Some Bok Academy students got an inside look at the judicial system recently when County Judge Robert Williams visited the campus to lead two “Justice Teaching Sessions.”

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Polk Avenue Fashion Show raises funds for Haiti

May 25th, 2010

LAKE WALES – Fifth grade student Angelicia Jones dreams of being a high-fashion model, and now she can tell people that she has walked the runway in a real fashion show.

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Babson Park Dads, students ‘play’ with real sports pros

May 20th, 2010

BABSON PARK – Two former professional athletes spoke – and played – with a big crowd of fathers and students who turned out for Babson Park’s final All Pro Dads event of the school year.

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LWHS Young Leaders visit Bok Academy students

May 20th, 2010

Jones and other members of LWHS Young Leaders shared how they balance the demands of school, extracurricular activities, sports and friendships.

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Bok students celebrate arts at Bok Tower Gardens

May 20th, 2010

LAKE WALES – Bok Academy students will celebrate their arts program Saturday (May 22) at one of the most inspirational locations in Central Florida – Bok Tower Gardens.

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Special Olympian inspires Lake Wales students during visit

May 19th, 2010

LAKE WALES – Some local students got a big boost of inspiration last week, when one of the world’s most accomplished Special Olympians visited Lake Wales and spoke at two schools.

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Babson Park students turn up heat in Science Fair

May 19th, 2010

LAKE WALES – Students at Dale R. Fair Babson Park Elementary seem to be “red hot” for science this year. Many of the school’s winning Science Fair projects had something to do with heat and how it impacts various kinds of objects or actions. AnnMarie Tyler, fourth grade, earned first place for her softball-themed project entitled “Hit It Hot!” She also earned a Superior Award at the County Science Fair. Samuel Jackson, fourth grade, earned second place with his salt   

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What our students say...

“Our school incorporates the best technology, like iPads, into the instructional program to make it the highest possible standard.” – Joshua Collier, 10th grade, April 2012

Important Information

This section will be frequently updated with news and links to important items that have changed. Check back often so you don't miss anything important!

  • SUPPLEMENTAL INSURANCE: Each year, we purchase supplemental Student Accident Insurance  for all Lake Wales Charter Schools students during the school day and at school-sponsored events. Families also have the opportunity to buy low-cost 24-Hour Wrap-Around Accident Coverage.

  • BUS DRIVERS: If you have a CDL/PS license, come see us! Apply in person at 130 E. Central Ave., Lake Wales.

  • TRUSTEE CONTACTS: If you have concerns, suggestions or questions that cannot be resolved at the school level, please contact the LWCS Trustee who is designated as the parent/community contact for your school.

  • CAFETERIA MENUS: Students and staff are bragging about our tasty new cafeteria options.  To see our latest menus or download applications for free or reduced-price meals, click here.

  • HELPFUL INFORMATION: We have created a simple handout for parents to help answer some common questions about School Lockdowns.

  • LAKE WALES HIGH has posted new information detailing the school’s Programs of Study, along with a new Application & Course Registration Form for 2013-2014. Links to both (along with other LWHS information) are available on our Schools page.