It’s a new year of learning and progress in L.A. Unified, and I am thrilled to be back in schools, meeting with parents, school staff, and stakeholders, and working on new policies to move the ball forward for kids!
As the chair of our district’s new Continuous Improvement Data Committee, I’m looking forward to using data to make informed decisions, boost achievement, and increase transparency—with the urgency our students need.
The LA Times recently described me as “pushing for more rapid change”—I know that our district is capable of preparing all our students for college and career success, but we must act boldly to get there. I will proudly keep advocating for the student-centered reform necessary for our kids to succeed.
Onward,
LA Unified News from the Boardroom to the Classroom
Listening and Learning: A New Year of School Visits
I spent time in classrooms and was joined by parents, school staff, and the Superintendent at Richland Ave. ES to discuss expanding their language pathway and making campus improvements!
I was also excited to check out classroom instruction and the new art studio at Vine St ES!
Our schools thrive with great leadership and engaged parents. It was great to meet Encino Charter ES new principal, Amanda Evans, and learn more about how we can support the incredible efforts of their parents, teachers, and staff.
School Spotlights: Venice High & Hancock Park Elementary
Hancock Park Elementary is starting off on the right foot by promoting wellness through kindness projects and Mindfulness Mondays for their students!
The innovative Sports Medicine program at Venice High is entering its 6th year, and thriving under the leadership of CA Teacher of the Year Kirsten Farrell!
