During the independent study phase of the program, groups meet at each elementary school where students are guided in research skills by the WEL teachers. Products which require analytic, evaluative, and creative through are the outcome of the studies and they are diverse. Some reflect commitment to a cause. Others utilize special talents, whether in music, art, or language. The latter may take the form of creative prose or poetry, magazines, or newspapers.
Projects range from thoughtfully designed learning centers to videos and multi-media presentations.
At the middle school level, students are offered the WEL program in grade six and seven. I are offered to eighth grade students.