LWHS, Bok singers chosen for All-State chorus
Nov 29th, 2010
LAKE WALES – Tommy Stephens, a student in the Lake Wales High School chorus, and Maggie Hunt, a student in the Bok Academy chorus, have been selected for Florida All-State Chorus groups.News Release
Hillcrest library transformed into Pumpkin Patch
Nov 29th, 2010
LAKE WALES – The Hillcrest Elementary library was transformed into a “Pumpkin Patch of Books” recently to celebrate Children’s Book Week. Pictured are students from Melissa Simmons’ class, with the Scarecrow, the Lion, the Tin Man, Glenda the Good Witch, and the Wicked Witch of the West.JH Wilson student plays ‘Principal of the Day’
Nov 29th, 2010
LAKE WALES – Tino Hernandez, a fifth grade student, spent an exciting Friday (Nov. 12) recently as “Principal of the Day” at Janie Howard Wilson Elementary School.Art, Music teachers earn honors, recognition
Nov 29th, 2010
LAKE WALES – Two teachers in the Lake Wales Charter Schools system are earning recognition for their creativity.JH Wilson students collect supplies for children in Haiti
Nov 19th, 2010
LAKE WALES – At a time of year when some students are starting to think about presents for themselves, students at Janie Howard Wilson Elementary are worried about the children in Haiti.Hillcrest team visits Seminole neighborhood
Nov 19th, 2010
LAKE WALES – Hillcrest Elementary teacher Laura Bennett (pictured) reads to children in the Seminole neighborhood as part of the school’s ongoing community outreach program “Project Learn Learn Learn.”JH Wilson second graders bring Johnny Appleseed to life
Nov 18th, 2010
LAKE WALES – Some modern-day second graders took an old-fashioned story and brought Johnny Appleseed to life this week with enthusiasm and excitement.Kindergarten gets free books during Great American Teach In
Nov 18th, 2010
BABSON PARK – Dale R. Fair Babson Park Elementary parents Lori Cunningham and Tracy Thompson are surrounded by an audience of kindergarten students during their visit Wednesday (Nov. 17) for the Great American Teach In.Hillcrest third grade parent night focuses on goals
Nov 18th, 2010
LAKE WALES – Hillcrest Elementary hosted a Third Grade Parent Night earlier this month so parents and students could meet one-on-one with teachers, and discuss specific information about classroom lessons, goals and plans for later this year.LWHS names press box after Dick Howell
Nov 18th, 2010
LAKE WALES – The Voice of the Highlanders Dick Howell (center) was recognized Monday night (Nov. 15) at the monthly Board of Trustees meeting of the Lake Wales Charter Schools. The press box at Legion Field was recently named in Howell’s honor.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
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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 and join our Transportation Team! 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.
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.
NEW CALENDAR: The Board of Trustees approved the new 2013-2014 Calendar on March 18. Start planning now. The first day of school (Monday, Aug. 19) will be here before you know it!
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