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Thank you for your interest in WISH Academy High School! We strive to create meaningful and engaging learning experiences with a commitment to project-based learning, systematic instruction, leadership opportunities, and access to the latest technologies, all of which will prepare our scholars for college entry and success in higher education and beyond. We believe we are shaping future leaders and change-makers and look forward to seeing what our bright, curious, engaged, and ambitious scholars will achieve.
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Owl Spotlight
Senior Asia Lacey has a lot going on. Not only is she on student council, on the dance committee, and a member of the National Honor Society, but she also plays volleyball and beach volleyball. She has excelled in the BioMedical pathway, with hopes to one day be a pediatrician or a therapist. She is a big fan of her English teacher, Ms. Phillips who she says is so chill and cool. "She really listens to us. We are analyzing poetry right now and she wants us to get it, and that's what I love about her," Asia says. She has gotten into a ton of colleges already, including Xavier University, the University of Arizona, and ASU. She is destined for greatness and, while we'll be sad to see her go, we can't wait to see what the world has in store for her.
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In the Classroom
Our newest addition to the Math Department, Ms. Villafana, is a dynamic, encouraging teacher who inspires her students. Her creativity in lesson planning, as well as the use of group work and technology, have made her classroom eventful and meaningful. Her students love the variety of teaching modes she uses in the classroom, where she teaches Algebra 1, Financial Algebra, and Math Lab. Different activities include gallery walks, stations, lectures, small group work, interactive problem-solving, and much more. Ms. Villafana is active in ensuring all students feel heard, seen, and capable in the classroom and we're so happy to have her on the team!
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Good Times
On Saturday, our students and families laced up their sneakers and ran (or walked or jogged) at the LAX Rock, Roll & Run, an annual tradition, sponsored by the LAX Coastal Education Foundation, which raises money for all schools in the Westchester, Playa, and Marina Del Rey areas. So many of our Academy athletes showed up, and our own WISH Academy 10th grader Louis Grover Khoury took 4th place overall in the 5K! It was a super fun day, and we raised a bunch of money for our WISH Sports programs!
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Sports Superstars
Nathan Scott is a junior at WISH Academy and a captain of the WISH Academy Soccer Team where he plays as a defender. Nathan has been a driving force behind this team since his freshman year; always the loudest on the field! With their best season yet, Nathan's leadership, energy, and passion helped lead the team to a record of 10-5-2, and a second-place spot in the Ocean League. In addition to soccer, Nathan also competes on the WISH Academy Track Team where he is a star runner and long-jumper. We are looking forward to watching him crush his events this spring season.
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Hoots Student
"I love the close connections with teachers and the inviting atmosphere." --Emma P., 11th Grader
Family
"WISH has provided an amazing experience for both of my kids. They've had so many opportunities to particpate, connect and grow. From soccer to baseball, volleyball to Link Crew they both have found pathways to become leaders and team mates. And so much of this comes down to the amazing faculty and staff that support every kid along the way. - Mandy Atlas, parent to a WAHS 10th grade and 12th grader
Faculty
"I enjoy working at WISH because I truly enjoy working with teens, helping to empower them in this journey called life." --Holman, 6th-12th Grade School Psychologist
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Join Us!
We would love to see you at our upcoming events! Here's what we have going on this week:
FRIDAY, March 10th
- WAHS Baseball Game v ESAT
2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
@ 1150 Cypress Ave., Los Angeles, CA
- WAHS Boys Volleyball Game v LALA
5:15 PM – 6:15 PM
@ Cypress Parks and Recs, 2630 Pepper Ave. L.A. 90065
MONDAY, March 13th
- WAHS Swim Meet
2:30 PM – 4:30 PM
@Exposition Park, Los Angeles, CA
TUESDAY, March 14th
- WAHS Boys Volleyball Game v Larchmont
4 PM – 5 PM
@Terasaki Budokan
249 S Los Angeles St, Unit G106, Los Angeles, CA 90012
THURSDAY, March 16th
- WAHS Baseball Game v Animo
2 PM – 3 PM
@ Ross Snyder Recreation Center
1501 E 41st St, Los Angeles, CA 90011
- WAHS Boys HOME Volleyball Game v Animo Venice
5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
@WISH Academy, 7400 West Manchester Avenue Los Angeles CA 90045
FRIDAY, March 17th
- WAHS Swim Meet
2:30 PM – 4:30 PM
@Exposition Park, Los Angeles, CA
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Dream Big! A Musical Tribute to Women's History: March 10th-12th
WISH Academy is mounting its first musical! DREAM BIG, A Musical Tribute to Women's History is an original show by theatre teacher Janet Landon in collaboration with students Ali Alcazar and Mira Keller. A cast of twenty talented students and one teacher, Mr. Timothy Hernandez, take a crazy journey to help one young woman find her voice. The show will run this weekend for three performances. It runs about 90 minutes and is great for all ages!
Tickets are $10 for students and $15 for adults.
Please click the QR code in the flyer to purchase tickets! All proceeds support the WISH Academy VAPA program.
WHEN:
Friday, March 10th @ 8:00 pm
Saturday, March 11th @ 7:30 pm
Sunday, March 12th @ 1:00 pm
WHERE:
The Morgan Wixson Theatre
2627 Pico Blvd.,
Santa Monica, 90404
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**Check out our School Profile HERE**
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Have a Question?We know that choosing a high school for your child is an important decision, and it helps to know the ins-and-outs of a school you're interested in. These parents have walked the walk at WISH and are happy to answer any questions you may have. Please feel free to reach out to them!
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Debra Xanthos"My son, Connor, is in 11th grade, pursuing the Liberal Arts/ Civics Pathway. He also does Youth and Government and is on the WISH Track Team. (Our 8th-grader Andrew, will be joining his brother at WISH Academy in the fall!)"
(818) 424-8575
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Christie Kobata"This is our 11th year at WISH! Josh is an 11th-grader in the Liberal Arts/Civics Pathway and is into animals, gaming, and model-building. Our daughters, Bella and Daniella, are in 9th Grade, doing the Biomedical Science Pathway. Bella is on track & Field team, and Daniella plays Varsity Basketball."
christiekobata@hotmail.com
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Raj Makwana, WCA Co-President Patti Scott, WCA Co-President
Parent of a WISH Academy 12th Grader Parent of a WISH Academy 11th Grader
(310) 463-8505 (310) 990-6903
Dr. Kimberly Johnson Dr. Shawna Draxton
WISH Academy Principal WISH Executive Director
(714) 756-0591
ASB Leadership (Student Body)
To get in touch with our student leadership, please email your questions to Assistant Principal Mayra Zendejas at mzendejas@wishcharter.org. Ms. Zendejas is also the proud parent of a WISH Middle 6th Grader!
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