Walter Lawson Childrens Home
School Notes Overview:
Walter Lawson Children's Home is a well designed residence for nonambulatory children who are severely and profoundly handicapped. Our skilled staff serves as an extended family whose care, concern, and attention provide a warm, homelike atmosphere. Our attractive, colorful facility reveals both our philosophy and our attention to detail. We believe that every child is unique and deserves to experience a meaningful and happy life. We support every child's right to enjoy daily living, share warm social relations, and realize his fullest potential. We create not only a caring, friendly, and nurturing environment, but also excellent developmental programs that serve each child's special needs. Our comprehensive nursing and education programs stimulate learning, growth, and self-help skills and provide innovated care for complex medical needs and profound disabilities....
School Overview:
Walter Lawson Childrens Home |
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| School Type | Special Education School | |
| School Membership(s) | Council of Bilingual Education | |
| Religious Affiliation | Nonsectarian | |
| Grades Offered | Grades Prekindergarten - 12 | |
| County | Winnebago County, IL | |
| Student Body | ||
| Total Students | 34 students | |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed | |
This School |
(IL) School Avg. |
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| % Students of Color | 32% | 29% |
| Students by Grade | ||
| Pre-K - 4 students | ||
| Kind - 1 students | ||
| Grade 2 - 2 students | ||
| Grade 3 - 2 students | ||
| Grade 4 - 2 students | ||
| Grade 5 - 2 students | ||
| Grade 6 - 2 students | ||
| Grade 7 - 3 students | ||
| Grade 8 - 1 students | ||
| Grade 9 - 4 students | ||
| Grade 10 - 1 students | ||
| Grade 11 - 7 students | ||
| Grade 12 - 3 students | ||
| Academics and Faculty | ||
| Total Classroom Teachers | 4 teachers | |
This School |
(IL) School Avg. |
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| Teacher : Student Ratio | 1:8 | * Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16 |
| School Days in Calendar Year | 208 days | 178 days |
| Hours in School Day for Students | 5 hours | 6 hours |
School Notes:
- Walter Lawson Children's Home is a well designed residence for nonambulatory children who are severely and profoundly handicapped. Our skilled staff serves as an extended family whose care, concern, and attention provide a warm, homelike atmosphere. Our attractive, colorful facility reveals both our philosophy and our attention to detail. We believe that every child is unique and deserves to experience a meaningful and happy life. We support every child's right to enjoy daily living, share warm social relations, and realize his fullest potential. We create not only a caring, friendly, and nurturing environment, but also excellent developmental programs that serve each child's special needs. Our comprehensive nursing and education programs stimulate learning, growth, and self-help skills and provide innovated care for complex medical needs and profound disabilities.
- Profile last updated: 01/30/2007
School Zip Statistics:
| About This Zipcode (61111) | School Zip (61111) |
(IL) State Average |
| Population (Approximate) | 20,555 people | 12,415,876 people |
| % (age 25+) w/College Degree | 25% | 24% |
| Population Average Age | 35 years old | 34 years old |
| Average Household size | 2.5 persons | 2.6 persons |
| Median Household Income | $45,484 | $48,019 |
| Avg. # of Rooms in Household | 5.3 rooms | 5.3 rooms |
| Median Age of Housing Structure | 35 years old | 50 years old |
| Median Value of Housing Unit Zipcode (61111) |
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| % Owning / % Renting | 71% / 29% | 61% / 39% |
School Map:
Nearby Schools:
- North Love Christian - 200 students - 1.7 mi. away - view location
- Lutheran High School - 983 students - 2.2 mi. away - view location
- Christian Life Schools - 1237 students - 3.3 mi. away - view location
- Keith Country Day School - 339 students - 4.1 mi. away - view location
- Rockford Christian Schools - 1124 students - 4.8 mi. away - view location
View all schools in: Loves Park, Winnebago County, Zip 61111
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