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The Kids First Newsletter:
May 16, 2019
Dear friends and partners,
 
June is just around the corner—which means the end of another school year, graduation ceremonies, and the special election for Measure EE on June 4th!

The school year may be coming an end, but we will continue to advocate every day for the funding and resources our students need—at the local, state, and federal level. Since taking office, we have funded $119,587,404 in projects to directly benefit schools in my district.

But we know our kids deserve more. That's why I voted to put Measure EE on the ballot, with the hope of generating up to $500M a year for our schools. And it's why I insisted on a strong, independent oversight plan to ensure that these funds go directly to providing the resources our kids need to succeed.
Onward,
Priorities in Practice: From the Boardroom to the Classroom
The more you know: Did you know that homeowners over the age of 65 are eligible for an exemption from the cost of Measure EE for their primary residences? And that vote-by-mail ballots were sent out last week?  Click here for more facts and info on Measure EE!
Michelle Obama celebrates College Signing Day with LA Unified students
Monday, May 20th is the LAST day to register to vote in the June 4th election.
Listening & Learning: Board District 4 in the Community 
This school year, we have held over 90 parent and school community meetings, engaging and seeking the input of all our stakeholders in order to meet the needs of our families. 
What's the latest?: Recently, I met with parents and staff at Richland Ave. ES, Citizens of the World Mar Vista, Phoenix Continuation High School, Stoner Ave. ES, Hollywood High,  Selma ES, Cheremoya ES, Larchmont Charter School, and a group of parents from MALDEF and CARECEN! 
Graduating career- and college-ready: I joined Venice High and Middle College High to celebrate their senior class's accomplishments on College Signing Day! 
Honoring our teachers and administrators: I celebrated some of our amazing Board District 4 teachers at this year's Westchester "Eddy" Awards and recognized the work of our star administrators at the ACSA "Administrator of the Year" Awards.
School Spot-L.I.G.H.T.S.: WESM at the Academic Decathlon
& Classroom Champions at Sutter Middle
Westchester High's awesome Academic Decathlon team made it to the state competition for the first time in the school's history! Congrats to these champs! 
Sutter Middle School students had the chance to "ask, listen, and learn" with Paralympic champion Lex Gillette! Thanks to Classroom Champions for making this learning experience happen. 
What's Next: Updates & Save the Dates
Submit a project for the chance to have UCLA students volunteer at your school! 
The recent rise of measles cases has put schools in the center of the crisis. Read more here about how this resurgence underscores the importance of vaccinations.  
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You can also contact my office anytime at (213) 241-6387 or BD4Info@LAUSD.net.
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