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About Us
Our Mission and Vision

About Us

Our school's greatest strength is our common vision--teachers, staff members, parents, and administrators are dedicated to teaching our children the academic, social, and personal skills that encourage the love of learning. Our goal is for our students to become responsible citizens who will enjoy productive lives. We strive to meet the individual needs of student learning styles while focusing on the "whole child."

Our Mission and Vision

Our mission is to provide a rigorous academic program that challenges each student to achieve their fullest potential while fostering a joyful and nurturing environment. We celebrate our community and take pride in offering diverse programs that honor multicultural respect and promote inclusivity. With a dedicated team, we are committed to creating lifelong learners who are prepared to thrive in a global society.

Our vision is to be a center of excellence that promotes leadership and critical thinking while cultivating creativity and kindness to ensure all students persevere and succeed.

News & Announcements

SSC Meeting/Reunión del SSC

11-21-25 @ 2:45 pm in the Parent Center/Centro de Padres
Comprehensive Needs Assessment/ Evaluación integral de necesidades

Parent Workshop - Unlocking iReady Data/Taller Para Padres - Abriendo los datos en iReady

11-20-25 from 8:30-9:30 am in the Parent Center

Parent Workshop/Taller Para Padres 11-18-25, 9-10 am in the Parent Center

Parents, join us as we discuss ways to reduce stress through self-care.
Padres, acompáñennos para explorar algunas formas para reducir el estrés a través del autocuidado

We Are One

Visit LAUSD’s We Are One website if you or your family need assistance or resources including information on virtual school options, transportation, immigration, health, wellness, food, or housing.

SSC Meeting/Reunión del SSC

Join us for the next SSC meeting on Oct. 17 @ 2:45 PM in the Parent Center/Acompáñenos en la próxima reunión del SSC el 17 de octubre a las 2:45 PM en el Centro de Padres.
TOPICS: Officer and Members Training and SPSA Evaluation.
TEMAS: Capacitación de oficiales y miembros y evaluación del Plan Escolar para el Rendimiento Estudiantil (SPSA).