Wilson Charter School

Andrew H. Wilson Charter School is an open-enrollment public charter school located in the Broadmoor neighborhood.  It currently serves over 500 students in grades K-8 from throughout the greater New Orleans region.

Wilson Charter School operates during the school day as well as after school hours to serve the academic, social and emotional needs of students, families and community members. Through the school day, students study English language arts, mathematics, science, social studies, physical education, arts and music.  After school, youth participate in free ballet classes, self-esteem workshops, chess clubs, basketball leagues and after-school tutoring and homework programs. Local seniors convene at the school for gardening and landscaping workshops, arts & crafts sessions and computer lessons.  Adults attend parent chats, receive counseling support and participate in basketball/ dodgeball leagues.

Loyola service learners' primary responsibility is to provide academic support for students and teachers in classrooms. They are not responsible for delivering or teaching material, but they will reinforce material that is taught in the classroom.  Additionally, service learners will form bonds with students and provide positive role models. By volunteering at Wilson Charter School, Loyola students will learn about child development, students' social and emotional needs, classroom management, mentoring, and the charter school culture in New Orleans.  They will also become familiar with K-8 curicula, grade-level expectations, Louisiana's state education standards, and the "community school" philosophy.  Most importantly, students will learn how to connect with and empower our youth.

Location

3617 General Pershing Street
Enter on S. Miro Street

Transportation

10 minute drive
15 minutes by bike
30-40 minutes via public transit

Take the #15 Freret bus or the St. Charles streetcar to Napoleon Avenue.  Purchase a transfer for $0.25.  Transfer to the #24 Napoleon bus.  Exit at S. Miro Street.

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Days and times

Monday- Friday, 8:00am-4:00pm. 
After school (4-6:30) or weekend hours may be available.  Inquire with Emily Wolff.

Preservice requirements

Selected students will need to be fingerprinted and provide a government-issued photo ID for a background check.  Orientation and training will be provided.

Contact

Emily Wolff, Director of Community Integration
emily.wolff@wilsoncharterschool.org, 504.481.7998