Charles W. Woodward High School reopens in Fall 2027, welcoming students in 9th and 10th grade. Get to know who we are: our mascot, our official colors, the story behind our logo, and the community work shaping our Core Values, Vision, and Mission.

To learn about our namesake and campus history, who will attend Woodward, and our founding principles, use the links in the menu on this page.

Meet the Woodward Wolves

Woodward Wolf Mascot in Sheild

On October 26, 2026, Woodward introduced the Wolves as our official mascot. The choice came from a community process that began with open suggestions from students, families, staff, and alumni, followed by a planning team review and a Finalist Community Preference Survey.

We chose "Wolves," and not a single wolf species, on purpose. A pack is made up of many different wolves, just as Woodward will bring together students and families from many communities.

Welcome to Woodward.

Why a Wolf?

Support

Wolves look out for one another. The pack provides mutual support and safety for every member.

Resilience

Wolves are resilient and adaptable, able to thrive through change and challenge.

Belonging

Wolves are inclusive animals that seek out a pack. Everyone at Woodward has a place to belong.

Every Role Matters

A pack thrives because every member contributes a unique role, and their differences bring them together.

Our Official Colors

Woodward's official colors are Purple, White, and Gold. Purple and white are a tribute to the colors of the original Woodward High School, and gold adds a bright accent for our next chapter.

     

Woodward Purple

Primary color
HEX #4E2A84

White

Secondary color
HEX #FFFFFF

Woodward Gold

Accent color
HEX #FFCB05

The Story Behind Our Logo

  • Purple and white honor the original Woodward High School colors.
  • "CWW" connects to the name the original Woodward was known by.
  • The wolf's gold "W." Look closely: the patch of gold fur between the wolf's eyes is shaped like a W for Woodward.

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Our Core Values, Vision, and Mission

Woodward is developing its Core Values, Vision, and Mission together with our community. A planning team of students, families, staff, and community members is leading the work from September 2026 through February 2027:

Core Values

Who we are and what we value

Vision

Where we are going

Mission

How we get there

The full draft will be shared for community feedback at a community meeting on February 4, 2027, with the final version expected by the end of February 2027.

Learn more and get involved

Building Our Woodward Community to Unleash the Potential of Every Student