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Wilder’s Preparatory Academy Charter School is dedicated to developing life-long learners; providing excellence in education for all students; and promoting the growth and development of productive citizens toward building and sustaining a humane, just, and global society. Our academic focus embraces a rigorous research-based college preparatory curriculum that supports effective teaching by the faculty and promotes strong economic, intellectual and pragmatic leadership in our students.

Latest News

WPACS Summer Reading and Suggested School Supply List 2019

Over the summer, all Wilder's students are expected to read. Each grade level has suggested chapter books. A summary report sheet should be completed for every book read. Students in grades 5-8 have an additional report that require chapter summaries and responses to several essay questions. All summaries are expected to be completed before the first day of school in August. Click on this link for more details.

"Look Who's Closing The Achievement Gap!"

Wilder's Preparatory Academy Charter School is #1!

Summer Programs and Summer Enrichment Programs

Eagles Nest Parent Meeting is April 11th. We will highlight summer programs and summer enrichment opportunities for students K-12.

Smarter Balance Testing begins April 22nd for grades 3,5 and 8

Smarter Balance Testing begins for Grades 3, 5 and 8. They will complete their ELA test April 22-April 30. All students should arrive to school on time and eat breakfast before testing. Breakfast time has been extended to 8:00am. Also encourage your student to do their best and rock this test!

Pennies for Leukemia Coin Drive March 27-April 10

Our goal this year is to raise $3,000 for childhood leukemia research. Each family is provided a coin bank to get donations from families and friends. Each student's goal is to raise $20. Families can donate online as well as give money directly to the student. Thank you in advance for your support.

WPACS Parent Conferences March 18-22, 2019

Register for your parent conference online. Check the Class Dojo and/or your class webpage for the link. School is dismissed at 1pm for all students grades K-8.

Inglewood Charter School Students Close Achievement Gap

Spectrum News reports on Wilder's Preparatory

WPACS sends 6 students to the Los Angeles County Science Fair March 29th

We are excited that 6 middle school students have been selected to attend the Los Angeles County Science Fair in Pasadena, California. Wilder's students will compete with over 1,200 students from Southern California. Congratulations to Avery Carter Turner (6), Luis Jimenez (6), Efrem Adugna (6), Aubrey Williamson (6), Tory Hampton (7) and Chelsea McIsaac (7).

Harlem Globetrotters play February 17th @ Staples Center

If you are interested in purchasing tickets for the Harlem Globetrotters, contact Mr. Willis (bwillis@wpacs.org)

Wilder's performs Monday, January 21st in Los Angeles King Parade

Come out and support your Wilder's performers. They will be walking the King Parade. It will be televised on ABC 11:00am-1pm. WPACS Fan Club will be on King and Cherrywood cheering our Eagles on. Bring your chair, snacks and Wilder's pride.

WPACS Choir spreads holiday cheer at Century Villa

WPACS Choir sang at the Century Villa Senior Center. They spread holiday cheer singing some of our favorite Christmas songs.

Book Fair is here! December 3-14, 2018

The Scholastic Book Fair will be held on both campuses December 3-14, 2018. Books are great gifts for the upcoming holidays and a great way to reinforce reading at home. Stop by the Library at the Main Campus or the Kinder Campus to support this school wide fundraiser.

Black College Fair at Long Beach Convention Center

Attend this FREE college fair to learn about historically Black colleges and universities. Speak to college reps about the admissions process, attend workshops on SAT, personal statements, financial aid and the transition from middle school to high school.

Operation Hope invites ten 8th grade boys to visit Los Angeles, Mayor Garcetti

Ten WPACS Eighth Grade boys were selected to attend Operation Hope's annual, "Take a Youth to Work Day". Our boys met Mayor Garcetti, toured city hall, and took a tour of the USC campus.

Harvest Festival was a success!

October 27th marks the annual WPACS Harvest Festival. Families come out to enjoy foods, arts and crafts, games and the Haunted House. All proceeds help support school wide activities and programs.