Wake Young Women's Leadership Academy

Wake Young Women’s Leadership Academy is proud to celebrate Shakirat on her selection as a 2026–2027 WCPSS Arts Ambassador!

Chosen from a highly competitive pool of more than 150 applicants across Wake County, Shakirat was recognized for her leadership, service, advocacy, and commitment to the arts. As an Arts Ambassador, she will serve as a representative for both WYWLA and the broader WCPSS arts community, helping to promote the importance of creativity, artistic expression, and student voice throughout the district.

We are incredibly proud of Shakirat for this outstanding achievement and look forward to seeing the positive impact she will make as she shares her talents, passion, and leadership with others. Congratulations, Shakirat, we know you will represent WYWLA with excellence and pride!

Saturday Sunshine!! WYWLA Community Meet Up💛🩵!!

SAVE THE DATE!
Bring lunch, we’ll supply light snacks and drinks.

We had so much fun celebrating our Teacher of the Year last night! We are so proud of her and the amazing work she does at WYWLA! Congratulations, Ms. Simmons!

Congratulations to the 2026 Wells Fargo North Carolina Principal of the Year, Dr. Mariah Walker of the Wake County Public School System!

Congratulations to Dr. Walker on being named North Carolina Principal of the Year! This prestigious honor is a true reflection of your visionary leadership, unwavering dedication to students and staff, and the incredible school culture you have cultivated each day. Your passion for excellence, equity, and student success continues to inspire everyone around you. WYWLA is thriving because of your leadership, commitment, and heart. Congratulations on this well-deserved recognition!

Be sure to keep what’s needed for the last few days of school, but we will be at carpool tomorrow to remind and start collecting! ☀️ 🍦 🏖️ 🧑‍🎓 🥳 💤