By Kate Donofrio
By Ruikang Wang
By Osayamen Ediae
By Sahib Dua
By Ivy Morin
Ms. Miles guides kids in building pasta bridges, decoding fingerprints, and exploring the human body... before they dash to play.
Capturing Ms. Roberts' PreK class, where hands-on playtime becomes a powerful tool for social bonding, creativity, and early learning.
By Josh Cho
For a family of 12, choosing Lakewood over district schools requires sacrifice, but the rewards are well worth the cost.
By Amelia Skena
Eating, helping, and playing with one another, Ms.McPherson's class becomes family after transitioning from 3rd to 4th grade.
From arrival to dismissal, follow the activities of 22 kindergarteners in a class where Spanish is central.
By Nancy García Villa
Meet Ms. Duarte's dual immersion kindergarten class, connecting native Spanish speakers and new learners.
Join Mrs. Sawyer's EC students on the exciting educational journey. See an environment overflowing with curiosity, inclusiveness, and meaningful relationships.
By Montreze Smith
Come join me to watch these beautiful children learn.
By Arla Ragun
The blooming flowers and growing greens bring life to Lakewood's backyard, crafted by a collective effort of our neighbors in the garden.
By Chap Burnette
Step into Ms. Rivera's world, where early learning takes root. Explore the art of coaching young minds in their first steps to success.
By Chase Tyler
So many talents are waiting to peak everyday a new athlete is waiting to appear.
By Kuzi Goora
A mother, professor, student, Jahara Davis takes her biggest step towards her goal of becoming a principal. Watch her blossom.
By Mikaela Voinov
Ms. Dow and her student teacher work to make the art room at Lakewood an environment conducive to self expression, collaboration and creativity.
A 5th grader's perspective. Admiring the dreams, finding who they are.
By Tyshon Reed Jr.
1st grade... full of dreams, aspirations, and creativity is a vital era in a child's learning foundation for essential skills.
By Abby Perry
In music class, Mr. Bowen uses fun and engaging activities to teach musical foundations while fostering connection, creativity, and expression.
By Alan Qiao
Come along with Mx. Todd's class as students connect their classroom science concepts to their investigations in the Lakewood garden!
By Amaris Man
Experience the magic of morning arrivals at Lakewood Elementary, where unity, warmth, and joy come to life in a chorus of welcomes and hellos.
By Angelica Moreno
In Ms. Castro's Dual-Language classroom you'll see the teamwork and collaboration her young students demonstrate regardless of ethnic backgrounds.
By Artivista Karlin
Learn in a magical way that will forever burn brillante como una estrella in Ms. Larrea's dual language class, creando stellar futures para todos!
By Lucas Lin
A family of nine that moved as refugees from Rwanda to Durham, the Muganizeras cherish simplicity, community, and playfulness.
By Manahil Tariq
Lakewood Elementary works with the community, for the community. As 1 of 3 in the district, it defines community school.
By Phoebe Oblak
In this colorful classroom filled with watercolor, crayons, and laughter, Lakewood students are given a space to express and destress.
By Sarah Tran
The narrative unfolds in vibrant classrooms of dedicated teachers who serve as torchbearers for academic excellence at school.
By Sarva Anbarasu
Collaboration, curiosity, and confidence are the defining characteristics of Ms. Rivera's tight-knit 1st grade classroom.
By Susanna Swidey
Full of warmth, laughter, friendship, and of course, learning, Ms. Hutchinson's 2nd grade classroom is a place like no other.
