October 2018
Message from President Mónica García
Dear Change-makers,
 
Feeling inspired and challenged in this changing world? Welcome to the struggle! We have worked together to open our schools well; to welcome families, school teams and all youngsters arriving to new environments & opportunities. Whatever your personal challenges, we invite you to lean into inspiration & optimism at L.A. Schools. My mom arrived at Stevenson Middle School not knowing anyone. She found people and professionals that assisted with support to find her way. That story repeats today. L.A. Unified is part of the journey for so many students, parents, employees, and community members, all impacted by our individual, and more importantly, collective action. 
 
Thank you, community of L.A. Unified. Thank you for modeling problem-solving, compassion, learning, service and leadership. You build for our community’s well-being every day. You invest in possibility every day. You inspire and provide focus on our mission every day. Our children and families deserve our very best every day. My mom, our families and countless other individuals that make up this community are grateful.
 
In the Spirit of Hope,

Mónica García
In the Board Room...
Through a resolution authored by President Mónica García, LAUSD Board of Education voted to endorse the Schools and Communities First Ballot Initiative.  This is in hopes of bringing much needed funds from the State to our public schools.
Open Data launched this past month to allow for greater transparency and help families learn more about schools in LAUSD. You can explore the new website at by clicking here.

Did you know?
1. National Voter Registration Day was on Tuesday, September 25! Remember that if you are 16 years or older, you can pre-register to vote . November 6 will be the day to make your voices heard! Click for voter registration resources from Mayor Eric Garcetti!

2. October is College Awareness Month ! High School seniors all across Los Angeles are beginning their college application process. Best of luck to you all! Here are some helpful resources on LAUSD’s website .

3. Greater Outcomes (G.O.) East L.A. is kicking off this week at Wilson High School! G.O. East L.A. is a partnership between President Mónica García, LAUSD Local District East, East Los Angeles College and Cal State LA with a mission to promote a college-going culture and greater educational outcomes for all students in East Los Angeles. We are excited to announce our expansion to 24 more schools to ensure that more students have guaranteed access to college!

4. We are heading into the second half of Latino Heritage Month, nationally celebrated yearly from September 15-October 15. Check out Discover Los Angeles' guide on Latino Heritage in Los Angeles!!
In the Media...
Comienza el proceso de mediación de LAUSD y UTLA que puede impedir huelga de maestros
Hoy jueves comienza el proceso formal de mediación entre el LAUSD y el sindicato de maestros, UTLA, que será supervisado por la Junta de Relaciones de Empleo Público de California...

Austin Beutner: LAUSD's teacher contract offer creates a pathway to prevent a strike
Since I began work as superintendent of the Los Angeles Unified School District, I've visited about 50 schools and listened to the stories of many students. One young man - I'll call him Sam - has faced a lot of adversity...

Norwood Learning Village Opens Its Doors!
Los Angeles Unified School District officials, developer Thomas Safran and Associates, and community celebrated the grand opening of the Norwood Learning Village.
 
Norwood Learning Village is an affordable apartment community designed to give preference to L.A. Unified employees.

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October Events
Oct. 2 - Board Meeting @ Beaudry, 1:00PM

Oct. 4 - G.O. East LA Kickoff @ Wilson High School

Oct. 16 - Committee of the Whole Meeting @ Beaudry, 1:00PM

Oct. 24 - Board Meeting @ Beaudry, 1:00PM
Social Media Spotlight
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