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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 Motto: Empowering Possibilities, Brightening Futures
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.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
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Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
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The average private school tuition in Winnebago County, IL is $6,261 for elementary schools and $7,800 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
