As SoCal parents navigate choosing a school for their kids, they need to know dates for Open Houses, Tours, and all the basic info for applying. We want to bring you the info in a comprehensive way. This is your guide to all the important dates for Private School Open…
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Los Angeles school calendars 2022-23 by school district, for the biggest ones in Los Angeles County. And if your child is in another district, we’ve got links to all 80 LA County School districts here.
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Southern California parents face a serious question: Where will I send my kids to school? There are hundreds of schools in Los Angeles to choose from, whether you’d like your kids to attend Public School, a Charter School, a Private or Parochial School, or even if you’re interested in Home…
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There are dozens of preschools in Los Angeles to choose from, with likely dozens of approaches to early childhood education. Preschool can help little ones develop their gross motor skills, social skills, and emotional skills, plus it’s wonderful to have additional sets of adults who care for them.
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The first day of school. Kids often have mixed feelings about this important day, and this year especially, emotions are likely to be all over the map. Just because kids aren’t returning to the classroom in the traditional way, doesn’t mean there isn’t cause to celebrate.
A new school year is a big deal. Full of new opportunities and new challenges. Make the first day fun and special and memorable. Here are 12 fun, creative ways to celebrate the first day of school.
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Whether you’re looking for school supplies, back-to-school clothes, uniforms, backpacks, lunch bags, stationery supplies, or even college dorm room essentials, here’s a list of go-to stores in Los Angeles where you can find everything on your school supply list — plus some online options, too.
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Even though it’s the middle of Summer, it’s time to start thinking about school supplies. Many kids in Los Angeles will be starting classes again in just a few weeks, so whether we are 100% on board with that or not, we need to get them ready.
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This is a sponsored post in partnership with The Reading Foundation. Los Angeles families now have a powerful new resource to support literacy and learning. The Reading Foundation (TRF), a leader in evidence-based reading education, has established its U.S. headquarters in Westwood, Los Angeles. With a track record of proven…
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Whether your child has expressed a serious interest in acting or not, many children benefit from the valuable skills acting classes provide. And here in Los Angeles, you’ll be able to find an acting class that will meet your child’s needs and your family’s schedule.
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Some Los Angeles parents are interested in finding the best private high schools as they are often seen as a direct route to an Ivy League education. In fact, many are known as Prep Schools for that reason. Take a look at our list of private schools in Los Angeles as you make your choice about where to send your kids to receive an education.
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Religious schools, also known as parochial schools or faith-based schools, are a choice for many families in Los Angeles. There are many schools with a religious affiliation in Los Angeles, including those associated with the Catholic Church, Episcopal Church, and other Christian Faiths, in addition to Jewish Schools.
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Choosing an after school activity with your child can feel a bit daunting. You might feel obligated to sign them up for the same activities as their peers (perhaps a little motivated by FOMO?). You may want to encourage them to excel at a sport or art form that you excelled at (or wish you did) when you were younger.
You wonder how much to push or encourage them to participate in something they may or may not want to do or when to pull back and admit defeat. It’s a tricky line parents have to walk and one of our biggest challenges.
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Maybe your son or daughter wants to be the next Taylor Swift, or you’ve heard that music makes your child smarter. If you’re looking for music lessons for kids in Los Angeles, these LA-based instructors and schools just might be in perfect tune with your child’s needs.
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Some kids do better in a single-sex school environment, and in Los Angeles, there are many private schools that offer single-gender options. Most of these are high schools, but a few offer same-sex school options in elementary and middle school as well. Whether you choose a coed, all-girls, or all-boys…
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The start of the new school year is the perfect time to find out about volunteering at your child’s school. Most schools rely on volunteers to provide the extra assistance necessary for a variety of special programs and activities that might not be possible otherwise.
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This is a sponsored post, in partnership with First 5 LA and Quality Start Los Angeles. As a parent, you may be wondering about the advantages of raising a dual language learner for children. Introducing children to more than one language at an early age can significantly enhance their cognitive,…
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High school graduation is a huge milestone in your child’s life – and your family’s – and that deserves a celebration! You can show your support and appreciation for your graduate with a thoughtful gift. This list of fantastic high school graduation gift ideas will get you started shopping or give you plenty of ideas
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Religious schools, also known as parochial schools or faith-based schools, are a choice for many families in Los Angeles. There are many schools that have a religious affiliation in Los Angeles, including those associated with the Catholic Church, Episcopal Church, and other Christian Faiths, in addition to Jewish Schools. Whether…
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Many Los Angeles parents are interested in sending their children to private elementary schools as they are often seen as a direct route to an Ivy League education, and in fact, most are known as Prep Schools. Take a look at our list of private schools in Los Angeles as…
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Updated for 2021 With all the upheaval faced by schools over the past year, it’s no wonder parents all over Los Angeles have been wondering the same thing: When Will School Start? In Los Angeles, as of May 4th, we have an answer. LAUSD Public Schools will begin instruction on…
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Every child learns differently, and some kids need specialized support for the ways they learn and process information. In addition, some children have special needs beyond what a regular classroom can offer, so parents need to know all their options for finding special education resources. Learning disabilities can range from…
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An Introductory Letter is a a way for a teacher to meet a new class. Here are our tips to writing an effective, engaging “About Me” for your class.
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Charter schools are tuition-free public schools, but unlike the rest of public schools, they have been formed with a Charter; that is, a philosophy, an operating agreement of sorts, that has been written by the community it will serve. There are hundreds of Charters Schools that are approved to operate…
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There are hundreds, possibly thousands of Public Schools in Los Angeles County, and we’re listing all of the 80+ School Districts here so you can find info about schools in your community. LA County is home to the 2nd largest school district in the United States: Los Angeles Unified School…
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We all want our kids to do well in school, and sometimes that means hiring a Tutor – someone who can help them really dig into a specific subject. Private tutoring can help your child in multiple grade levels, and here in the Los Angeles area, there are many different options…
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For kids, field trips usually rank as one of the highlights of the school year. For teachers, field trips provide the chance to supplement classroom instruction, provide real-world experiences, and expose students to new places and situations. If your child hasn’t yet gone on a field trip this year, or…
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When it comes to after-school programs, there are many factors to consider. You’ll need to take into account your child’s interests, your family’s finances, scheduling obligations, and commute times. And because we live in Southern California, you can find an after-school program for just about any interest your child may…
Learn more >Back to School Night is the official meet and greet for the new year. I encourage all parents to make every effort to attend and here are 5 reasons why.
Learn more >On my son’s first day of kindergarten, we brought his teacher a red apple. She was so surprised by this small gesture that it made her cry.
Learn more >When I taught upper-grade students, one of our end-of-the-year activities was a reflection/evaluation letter. I asked my students to complete an in-class, two-paragraph writing assignment using the friendly letter format we had learned. In the first paragraph, I asked my students to tell me about things that worked — things…
Learn more >It’s been my experience that people are quick to criticize Los Angeles public schools. Critics contend that classrooms are over-crowded and poorly funded. They believe students are undisciplined and unprepared for the future. However, in the spirit of Thanksgiving, I would instead like us to acknowledge all that is good…
Learn more >This is a guest post, first published in 2011. Since I’m the co-author of a book for parents applying to private schools in L.A., and I blog about the same topic, it’s natural for parents to be curious as to why I chose private school for my kids. I’m a…
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