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In partnership with students, families, and community, the Academy for Discovery at Lakewood will inspire in its students a lifelong passion for learning in a global society. With a commitment to academic excellence and personal integrity, students will demonstrate independent and reflective thinking, creativity, as well as a sense of social responsibility and intercultural understanding.
We believe in…
(E)xceptional teaching practices that enhance the experiences of our students. Professional learning communities support student growth by evaluating curriculum and unique instructional strategies.
(A)cademic excellence for all students. Students’ engagement with inquiry-based learning gives them the freedom to take risks in a nurturing environment.
(G)lobal awareness and understanding, to promote and prepare students for real world problem solving.
(L)earning environments that promote leadership, resilience, self-discovery, team building, and personal growth.
(E)xpectations that foster compassion, respect, fairness, responsibility, and ethical behavior. These attributes are the foundation for building character in all students.
(S)upportive relationships between staff, families, and community stakeholders. These relationships encourage civic-minded attitudes and an appreciation for diversity.
Thank You to our School Board!
Applications for the 2021-2022 school year for ADL's 3rd Grade PBL Program are no longer being accepted. The application deadline was January 22, 2021 at 3:00pm.
Fully Authorized International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme
Darden College of Education & Professional Studies Partnership School
2019 Virginia Department of Education Purple Star Award
Ms. Abbie Watson, Principal
Ms. Shenay Lewis Smith, Assistant Principal
1701 Alsace Avenue
Norfolk, Virginia 23509
For inquiries, general questions or to contact the school, please email: ADLQuestions@nps.k12.va.us
For transportation or pick-up changes/requests please email Lakewoodpickup@gmail.com. All requests must be made by 2:20pm daily.
Phone: (757) 628-2477
Fax: (757) 628-2486
School Year Office Hours:
Monday - Friday
7:45AM - 3:30PM
Student Hours:
8:15AM - 2:45PM
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ADLEagles
Blog: ADLMYP.edublogs.org