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10 Best Private Elementary Schools in Los Angeles
Accelerate learning in your child’s early formative years by enrolling in one of the best private elementary schools in Los Angeles!. Primary education is critical to children’s performance in high school and beyond. Private elementary school’s vigorous learning experiences and challenges create an excellent educational foundation where your child can thrive and develop skills and confidence. In Los Angeles, private elementary schools are the best choice for your child’s education!
Thrive Scholars expands Los Angeles education program
Evelin Jimenez, a high school junior from Compton, dreamed of attending University of Southern California through scholarships, but lacked access to advanced college preparation opportunities. But thanks to the new BMO Thrive Academy – Los Angeles at USC, her dream is now within reach. Thrive Scholars, a national nonprofit...
Number of Korean-American education administrator in SoCal reaches milestone of 100
- Advertisement - Southern California’s education sector has reached a milestone, marking the beginning of the second generation of Korean-American educators, with many following in the footsteps of their parents. The Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) announced the appointment of two Korean American principals ahead of the new...
Updated time for hearing: Jewish students head to court to stop UCLA’s antisemitic encampments
Three Jewish students will be in federal court next week to stop the University of California, Los Angeles, from allowing and assisting antisemitic encampments that bar Jewish students from accessing the heart of campus. In Frankel v. Regents of the University of California, Becket and co-counsel Clement & Murphy PLLC...
Los Angeles Campus Of American Academy of Dramatic Arts School To Close; Alumni, Parents Call For Removal Of President & Board Chair
A group of former students, faculty and community members is fighting the closure of the Los Angeles campus of The American Academy of Dramatic Arts, which revealed in April that it was closing its doors at the end of the 2024-25 school year. 'The Morning Show' Adds William Jackson Harper To Season 4 Leaders of the 140-year-old institution, which opened the L.A. campus in 2000 on part of the old Charlie Chaplin Studios on La Brea Avenue, blames the pandemic, a decrease in enrollment for smaller institutions and “national birthrate calculations” for the closure. Incoming students this fall will have the...
SMMUSD Terminates Agreement with Toxic Substance Agency, Will Remove Contaminated Soil at McKinley Elementary
On Wednesday, the Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District (SMMUSD) Board voted to approve changes in the construction plan for McKinley Elementary. During initial tests on the McKinley site last year, toxic chemicals were found in the soil, prompting a response from the district in concert with environmental oversight agencies. State officials said the hazardous materials likely originated from a nearby dry cleaning business.
Parents and city leaders meet to brainstorm restoring school bus service
Lack of drivers is obstacle in getting SMMUSD general education buses rolling again Malibu parents and city leaders are collaborating on finding solutions to getting public school students to campus now that the Santa Monica Malibu Unified School District can no longer provide bus service. While the district does not provide general education students transportation in Santa Monica, that lack of bus […] The post Parents and city leaders meet to brainstorm restoring school bus service appeared first on The Malibu Times.
Stuart Prioritizes Academic Success and Safety in BHUSD Board Campaign
When Russell Stuart drops off his daughter at Hawthorne Elementary School, there are a few thoughts that always cross his mind. “I want to feel confident that she’s 100% safe, I want to feel confident she’s getting the best education, and I want to feel confident that she’s learning to build strong relationships with others,” Stuart told the Courier.
Three candidates file for BHUSD Board
Three candidates – attorney Dela Peykar Ronen, security professional Russell Stuart and current Board President Dr. Amanda Stern – have pulled paperwork for three open seats on the Beverly Hills Unified School District Board of Education. The deadline to file paperwork for the race is Aug. 9. If...
LAUSD Student Data Breach: Lots of Hype, Little Oversight
These days government agencies are trying hard to modernize the way they operate by revamping their data management systems. This is understandable. Entities that interact with thousands or millions of citizens are trying to offer 21st century efficiency to the people they serve. The problem is, very few government agencies...
Frostig Alumni Reconnect: A Fun-Filled Movie Night and Arcade Adventure
Frostig School’s annual summer alumni event was truly a fantastic experience! Over 20 alumni came together with the school’s transition team at AMC for a delightful movie outing. It was heartwarming to see old friends reconnect and share their memories. Following the film, the group enjoyed a meal together and had a blast playing arcade games. It’s always a special occasion to reunite with Frostig alumni and celebrate the bonds that have lasted through the years!
LAUSD Reports Improved Math and English Scores
Test scores are up at the state’s largest public school district. English proficiency scores at Los Angeles Unified rose from 41% to 43% year over year. Math scores increased from over 2%, rising to to 32.8%. “This is quite stunning that every single demographic improved,” Superintendent Alberto Carvalho told...
Guest Opinion | Responding to Mr. Gardner’s Claims
The president of Pasadena’s teachers union, Jonathan Gardner, recently penned an opinion piece in response to my article about recent PUSD raises. Mr. Gardner’s piece claimed some different data than mine. I would like to investigate his claims, but his comparison of pay between PUSD and “Los Angeles Area Workers with Bachelor’s degrees” doesn’t include links to the source data for either so we have been unable to validate the data.
BUSD Meeting: Recent Gathering Was Brief, Helpful
It was a rather brief two-hour open meeting of the Burbank Unified School District on Thursday night at the district office board room as four members were in attendance and included Dr. Emily Weisberg, the president, Dr. Armond Aghakhahian, the vice president, Charlene Tabet, a member, and Steve Ferguson, also a member.
Capt. Charles Wallis: 'Education 'has to be transformational'
Becoming a classroom teacher was not in his plans. But after serving six years in the U.S. Army and later working with incarcerated youth in Los Angeles County, Capt. Charles Wallis found his calling at Rosamond High School. In 2019, he was instrumental in starting the school’s California Cadet Corps program.
New principal named at Malibu High School
Dr. Adam Almeida is a familiar face on campus The Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District has just announced the appointment of a new principal at Malibu High School. Dr. Adam Almeida will assume his new role August 1. Almeida replaces Patrick Miller who was promoted to a district position as director of assessment, research, and […] The post New principal named at Malibu High School appeared first on The Malibu Times.
The Bruin Gastronomer: Despite challenges of avoiding gluten, campus resources can keep students healthy
As the school ranked No. 1 for its dining halls by Niche for five consecutive years, UCLA students have a wide variety of inviting meal options to choose from. For Bruins with dietary restrictions such as eating gluten-free, the nationally recognized dining halls offer both benefits and challenges. While some...
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