HLWW SCHOOL DISTRICT
HLWW School District highlights
A district-wide enrollment of more than 1,250 students in k-12 , shows HLWW School District is continuing to grow . With teachers and staff who are kind and caring , kids feel protected and safe as they learn . Safe and convenient bus transportation is provided to all resident and some nonresident students .
Many technology upgrades and advancements are in place . Smartboard systems are used in classrooms around the district . Wireless capabilities are available throughout all district schools . Google Chromebooks are provided to all students in grades 5-12 at the middle / high school and ALP .
Boys ’ and girls ’ sports teams encourage participation and success . Middle school sports focus on fundamentals and skill-building ; high school athletics include baseball , basketball , wrestling , golf , track and field , volleyball , gymnastics , football , cross country , and softball . There is an opportunity for all students to participate .
High school extracurricular activities meet a wide range of interests , including Knowledge Bowl , student council , Minnesota Honor Society , speech , clay target ( fall and spring ), drama , yearbook , Letter Club , broadcasting club ( KLKR ), dance , robotics team ( new in 2020 ), and more . The outstanding drama department hosts an annual fall musical production , spring play , and is a frequent state honor-winner in one-act competition , including highest honors .
HLWW Schools have involved , caring parents , and supportive community members . Our school events are wellattended by parents , grandparents , and friends . There are parent advisory committees , traveling sports teams , field trips , Laker Pride , district curriculum advisory committee , as well as many other opportunities for parents and community members to be involved and to support students .
Special activities to expand student interests and experiences , such as student councils , after-school activities , English learners , special programs to assist and encourage healthy student choices , sixth-grade Deep Portage outdoor experience , fourth-grade fishing expo , and many others are available .
Our schools have financial strength to further improve the learning environment . New and remodeled facilities exist throughout the school district ; elementary schools ( 2007 ), high school ( 2008 ), middle school ( 2015 ), and MAWSECO ( 2015 ). In 2009 and 2011 , through much community support , the local operating levies were renewed for a period of 10 years .
We have the programs , staff , and opportunities that children need for education , development , and growth . The wisdom and enthusiasm of our staff create a learning environment for student success . Many of our staff members are returning to college to earn their master ’ s degrees and beyond .
We ’ re proud of our school district and how we make the grade for the families of this community every day .
Contact us at ( 320 ) 543-4646 with any questions , or for more information , check out our website and Facebook at www . hlww . k12 . mn . us . Go Lakers !
HLWW District Office ( 320 ) 543-4646 Superintendent Brad Sellner Secretary Marilyn Greeley
Humphrey Elementary School ( 320 ) 543-4680 Principal Jennifer Olson Secretary Terry Knuth
HLWW High School ( 320 ) 543-4600
Principal / Curriculum Director Jason Mix Secretary Sandy Stallmo
Contact numbers
HLWW Middle School ( 320 ) 543-4660 Principal / Staff Developments Director Jim Schimelpfenig Secretary Laurie Nelson
Winsted Elementary School ( 320 ) 543-4690 Principal Jennifer Olson Secretary Julie Stifter
HLWW Community Education ( 320 ) 543-4670 Director Margaret Marketon
Members of the administration staff at Howard Lake-Waverly-Winsted School District are : Jennifer Olson , elementary principal ; Scott Berning , activities director ; Jason Mix , high school principal ; Michelle Johnson , food service director ; Jolie Holland , district registered nurse ; Brad Sellner , superintendent ; Margaret Marketon , community education director ; Nicole McKee , transportation director ; Jim Schimelpfenig , middle school principal ; Kelli Westling , elementary dean of students ; and Linda Wharram , special education coordinator . SUBMITTED PHOTO
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