HOWARD LAKE-WAVERLY-WINSTED SEC.

Howard Lake-Waverly-Winsted (HLWW) Secondary School, located in Howard Lake, Minnesota, serves as the primary middle and high school hub for the communities of Howard Lake, Waverly, and Winsted. As the sole secondary facility in the district, the school focuses on creating a cohesive academic environment that prepares students for post-secondary success. The institution is known for its small-town, community-centered atmosphere, which allows for closer relationships between students and staff, fostering a supportive culture that prioritizes both academic growth and social development.

Academically, HLWW Secondary offers a standard comprehensive curriculum complemented by various extracurricular opportunities, including athletics, arts, and career-technical education programs. The school is committed to integrating technology into the classroom and emphasizes core competencies in literacy, mathematics, and critical thinking. By maintaining a student-to-teacher ratio that encourages individualized attention, the district aims to help students navigate the challenges of adolescence while providing the resources necessary to transition into higher education or the workforce upon graduation.