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The mission of the Learning Works Charter School (LW) is to provide a personalized, rigorous academic program and relevant life skills to traditionally underserved, at-risk students in grades 9-12 who have withdrawn or are in danger of withdrawing from mainstream education without attaining a high school diploma. LW addresses the needs in our community by offering a program to give these disengaged students an educational choice designed to meet their specific needs, distinct from the traditional programs that have not served them well. Our model combines both the need for academic intervention and support, as well as acknowledges that this population requires wrap around, social support services. A voluntary, independent study-based charter school fits the need for a “fresh start.” Unlike many school district alternative programs, we have a dedicated, stand-alone facility separate from other public schools that are centrally located within the local community. The LW’s safe and professional learning center distinctly differs in appearance and feel from traditional schools.
