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 />

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Woodbury

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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>Farmers Market</h2><p>Despite the heat, the Oakdale Farmers Market is on for Wednesday.</p><p>Vendors will be at Richard Walton Park from 2:30-7 p.m. There are only five more market days left after Wednesday.</p><p>Meanwhile, this week's community booth will feature the Oakdale Master Gardeners, who will help people with questions and preparing for fall and winter.</p><h2>Test Scores</h2><p>The state Department of Education recently released results from assessment tests.</p><p>Search for your child's school on Patch:</p><a href="https://oakdale.patch.com/groups/schools/p/how-did-your-childs-school-perform-on-state-tests_55e8096b"><b>How Did Your Child's School Perform on State Tests?</b></a><h2>Rep. Ward at Fair</h2><p>State Rep. JoAnn Ward, who represents parts of Oakdale, will be at the State Fair on Wednesday.</p><p>Find <a href="https://oakdale.patch.com/groups/politics-and-elections/p/meet-legislator-for-oakdale-at-2013-minnesota-state-fair">information on where to find her and what may come up in discussions with constituents</a>.</p><h2>Last Concert</h2><p>Wednesday, Aug. 28, marks the last free concert of the summer at Richard Walton Park.</p><p>Under the Covers will perform from 7-8:30 p.m. at the band shell.</p><h2>Garage Sale</h2><p>There's a big three-family garage sale coming up in Oakdale.</p><p>Check out <a href="https://oakdale.patch.com/groups/events/p/garage-sale_3b17089c">some of the items for sale on this calendar item</a>.</p>And follow <a href="https://oakdale.patch.com/posts/event/new">this link for posting your own events on Patch</a>.<br /><br /><br />

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

<h2>Farmers Market</h2><p>Despite the heat, the Oakdale Farmers Market is on for Wednesday.</p><p>Vendors will be at Richard Walton Park from 2:30-7 p.m. There are only five more market days left after Wednesday.</p>

<p>Meanwhile, this week’s community booth will feature the Oakdale Master Gardeners, who will help people with questions and preparing for fall and winter.</p><h2>Test Scores</h2><p>The state Department of Education recently released results from assessment tests.</p>

<p>Search for your child’s school on Patch:</p><a href="https://oakdale.patch.com/groups/schools/p/how-did-your-childs-school-perform-on-state-tests_55e8096b"><b>How Did Your Child's School Perform on State Tests?</b></a><h2>Rep. Ward at Fair</h2><p>State Rep. JoAnn Ward, who represents parts of Oakdale, will be at the State Fair on Wednesday.</p>

<p>Find <a href="https://oakdale.patch.com/groups/politics-and-elections/p/meet-legislator-for-oakdale-at-2013-minnesota-state-fair">information on where to find her and what may come up in discussions with constituents</a>.</p><h2>Last Concert</h2><p>Wednesday, Aug. 28, marks the last free concert of the summer at Richard Walton Park.</p>

<p>Under the Covers will perform from 7-8:30 p.m. at the band shell.</p><h2>Garage Sale</h2><p>There’s a big three-family garage sale coming up in Oakdale.</p><p>Check out <a href="https://oakdale.patch.com/groups/events/p/garage-sale_3b17089c">some of the items for sale on this calendar item</a>.</p>And follow <a href="https://oakdale.patch.com/posts/event/new">this link for posting your own events on Patch</a>.<br /><br /><br />

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