Student Spotlight: From L.A. to D.C. – Becoming an Advocate for College Access
...understood, and she felt comfortable sharing her story. Stephanie understands and values this opportunity because she is an undocumented student – a.k.a. a Dreamer – who is not eligible to...
Ms. Ortiz Goes to Washington
...she is an undocumented student – a.k.a. Dreamer – who is not eligible to apply for federal financial aid for college. “I didn’t think I could make a change for...
Student Spotlight: The Path to Becoming an Immigration Attorney Starts with a Passion for Social Justice
...and nurture my passion for social justice and community service. My teachers have immensely supported my interest in this pathway through career oriented field trips, where I’ve expanded my knowledge...
Teacher PROfile: Restorative Justice Practices Strengthen Relationships at Dolores Huerta Elementary School
...be the best we can be for our students. How did you begin leading Restorative Communities sessions at your school post-strike? During the February Restorative Communities Leads (RCL) Seminar, Tanya...
Partnership’s 15th Anniversary Educator PROfile: Randy Romero
...my life mission.” Reflecting on his leadership experiences, Randy expressed appreciation for the Partnership’s strategies that empower school communities through shared management and transparent decision-making. Randy discussed how personal connections...
Student Spotlight: Roosevelt High School senior finds her educational passion through the school’s Linked Learning Pathway program
...pathways – Law & Public Service, STEAM, and Medical and Health Science – which offer students experience internships, apprenticeships, and professional training programs in their chosen area of study, preparing...
Teacher PROfile: Teacher Resident Shares Why She Decided to Become a Teacher
...loved the model. The fact that we can teach and take classes simultaneously is how I learn best; from doing,” she says. When asked whether she knew that she wanted...
Principal PROfile: Yumi Kawasaki, Edwin Markham Middle School
...will guide them to become responsible, compassionate, and community-oriented citizens. Yumi’s journey intersected with the Partnership for Los Angeles Schools (Partnership) in 2015. She was working in East Los Angeles...
Teacher PROfile: Inspiring growth in education through mentorship at Santee Education Complex
...conferences, and more,” he says. This comprehensive exposure to teaching motivates Arias to support residents by modeling best practices, explaining instructional decisions, and helping them develop confidence in the classroom....
Student Spotlight: Hollenbeck’s mariachi dynamic duo
...motivation to improve her skills and opens the doors to peer guidance. Beyond being a class, mariachi music has transformed into a community for both Kimberly and Victoria. They aspire...
Partnership Policy Briefs
...with LAUSD schools to identify systemic challenges and champion change where change is needed. The briefs attached here are examples of this. The research, analysis and recommendations here are an...
ABC7 Features Sunrise Elementary For Mural Honoring Kobe Bryant and Inspiring Kids Through Art
...is a muralist who grew up in the area. Lopez said she painted the mural in honor of Kobe and as a way of paying it forward to her community....