Woodbury Leadership Academy

Woodbury Leadership Academy (WLA) is a tuition-free, K-12 public charter school where high expectations and success matter to all!<br /><br />Our learning environment and school community promotes academic achievement for students in grades K-12, as well as personal integrity, equity and a dedication to value and serve others. <br /><br />Our school is committed to our students’ long term success. We use inquiry based learning by teaching the Core Knowledge Curriculum — building strong skills in math, reading, writing, history, science and technology. We also have a strong character education program to ensure students develop exceptional leadership skills. The character education program includes service learning projects and a focus of five core virtues - respect, responsibility, perseverance, gratitude and humanity. <br /><br />WLA uses the rigorous and classical Core Knowledge Curriculum to build strong foundational knowledge across subjects, promoting academic excellence and equity. By ensuring all students share common knowledge, we can narrow achievement gaps and build critical thinking and long-term success. <br /><br />The academic rigor at WLA prepares students for college and ready to lead. We out-perform the MCA Minnesota State average in all categories! Check out our report card.<br /><br />WLA is a public school with a private school feeling. WLA students wear school uniforms to promote equality, reduce peer pressure, and minimize distractions. <br /><br />Small class sizes at WLA allow for teachers and staff to provide personalized instruction, build strong relationships, and increase student engagement. With a 22:1 average student/teacher ratio, we are able to give every student what they need to learn and thrive. <br /><br />Call to learn more. The enrollment lottery closes January 31st of each year. <br /><br />There are sometimes openings available, so if you missed the deadline, please call to learn about openings in specific grade levels. <br />

Washington County

Minneapolis Metropolitan Area

Woodbury

Minnesota

Woodbury Leadership Academy (WLA) is a tuition-free, K-12 public charter school where high expectations and success matter to all! Our learning...

<p>Here are five items to take note of today in Oakdale.</p><h2>Roadwork</h2><p>Those who travel on Granada Avenue (south of Highway 5 and north of Stillwater Boulevard) should note that there will be detour signs from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 24.</p><p>The road will be closed to traffic at the railroad crossing on Granada.</p><h2>Fashionista?</h2><p>If you know about clothes, <a href="https://oakdale.patch.com/groups/around-town/p/fashion-gurus-wanted-for-patch_2a140b0f-oakdale">blog about the latest styles and trends on Patch</a>!</p><p>Email hannah.gruber@patch.com for more information.</p><h2><i>Footloose</i></h2><p>Tartan Theatre's production of <i>Footloose</i> begins this weekend.</p><p>Find more information from<a href="https://oakdale.patch.com/users/ryan-delacroix"> Ryan DeLaCroix</a> in <a href="https://oakdale.patch.com/groups/events/p/tartan-theatre-presents-footloose">his post on Oakdale Patch</a>.</p><h2>Crying Babies</h2><p>Wonder if it's parenting or abuse?</p><p><b>See:</b><a href="https://oakdale.patch.com/groups/lifestyle/p/parenting-in-public-crying-babies-and-stressed-out-parents"><b> Parenting in Public: Crying Babies and Stressed Out Parents</b></a></p><h2>Christmastime?</h2><p>For the Washington County Historic Courthouse it is.</p><p>Tickets are on sale now for its <a href="https://oakdale.patch.com/groups/5-things/p/tickets-on-sale-for-victorian-christmas-at-the-historic-courthouse-preview-gala-oakdale">annual Victorian Christmas celebration</a>.</p>

<p>Here are five items to take note of today in Oakdale.</p>

<h2>Roadwork</h2><p>Those who travel on Granada Avenue (south of Highway 5 and north of Stillwater Boulevard) should note that there will be detour signs from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 24.</p><p>The road will be closed to traffic at the railroad crossing on Granada.</p>

<h2>Fashionista?</h2><p>If you know about clothes, <a href="https://oakdale.patch.com/groups/around-town/p/fashion-gurus-wanted-for-patch_2a140b0f-oakdale">blog about the latest styles and trends on Patch</a>!</p><p>Email hannah.gruber@patch.com for more information.</p>

<h2><i>Footloose</i></h2><p>Tartan Theatre’s production of <i>Footloose</i> begins this weekend.</p><p>Find more information from<a href="https://oakdale.patch.com/users/ryan-delacroix"> Ryan DeLaCroix</a> in <a href="https://oakdale.patch.com/groups/events/p/tartan-theatre-presents-footloose">his post on Oakdale Patch</a>.</p>

<h2>Crying Babies</h2><p>Wonder if it’s parenting or abuse?</p><p><b>See:</b><a href="https://oakdale.patch.com/groups/lifestyle/p/parenting-in-public-crying-babies-and-stressed-out-parents"><b> Parenting in Public: Crying Babies and Stressed Out Parents</b></a></p>

<h2>Christmastime?</h2><p>For the Washington County Historic Courthouse it is.</p><p>Tickets are on sale now for its <a href="https://oakdale.patch.com/groups/5-things/p/tickets-on-sale-for-victorian-christmas-at-the-historic-courthouse-preview-gala-oakdale">annual Victorian Christmas celebration</a>.</p>

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