Life School mourns passing of founder

RED OAK – The Life School family is deeply saddened to announce the passing of Dr. Tom Wilson, Life School founder and father of current Life School Superintendent Dr. Brent Wilson.

“We offer our deepest condolences to the Wilson family during this difficult time.

“More than 20 years ago my father, Dr. Tom Wilson, founded Life School as a way to provide a tuition-free, quality education for the children of southern Dallas,” said Life School Superintendent Dr. Brent Wilson.

“He planted the seeds of hope in the lives of so many. Today and for generations to come our students will harvest the rewards of his vision.”

Dr. Wilson’s vision was to provide quality educational opportunities to families regardless of their ability to pay. He was passionate about instilling character in students and developing them into leaders. In 1998, Dr. Wilson, a former pastor, opened one of the first charter schools in Dallas – Life School Oak Cliff. That first year there were 266 students and 15 staff members.

Today, his legacy lives on in 10 Life Schools and more than 5,600 students in North Texas.

“Today, our hearts are full of gratitude for Dr. Wilson and the strong foundation he created and the impact he made on thousands of students, staff and families,” said Life School Chief of Staff Scott Fuller.

“We are proud to continue his legacy of service in our communities.”