Local District West
Parent and Community Engagement Fall Newsletter November 2018
Inside This Issue: Greetings !
Greetings from 1 “Thankfulness is the beginning of gratitude. Gratitude is the completion of thankfulness. Traci L. Calhoun, Thankfulness may consist merely of words. Gratitude is shown in acts.” Administrator - Henri Frederic Amiel School Experience 2
Survey November is a time to give thanks and show gratitude! One of the many things What’s Due 3 that I am thankful for is our hard working Parent and Family Center Direc- tors for their commitment to making a difference in the lives of the students LCAP Study Group 4 and families they serve every day. As you know, the work of engaging our Parents of African 5 families and communities and support with creating welcoming environments American Students could not be done without this group of wonderful human beings. Please con- Study Group tinue to show your appreciation and support for our fabulous PFCDs and do ELAC Study Group 6 not forget to schedule time to meet so they can share what they are learning with you. Thank you for supporting their growth by allowing their attendance District ELAC 7 at the cohort meetings. Convening
Title I Parent Study 8 Group Thank you to all who have submitted names of parents for our various study groups. Included are pictures of our parents in action! The goal is to have Conversation with the 9 Superintendent each of our schools represented on the different study groups. There is still time to submit names to our office. SSC Training of 10 Officers
LD West Parents 11 It is SURVEY time! You should have received your School Experience Surveys Present to Board of during the week of 10-28-18. Be sure to submit paper surveys by December 5, Education 2018 and online surveys by December 7, 2018. See: 2018-19 School Experience Choices Fair 12 Survey, REF-5714.7 https://achieve.lausd.net/cms/lib/CA01000043/Centricity/ Domain/405/SES-REF-5714.7-Guide-1819.pdf Cohort Meetings 13
SSC Certification 14 Consider joining our Schoology group to ensure that you have access to LD West Parent and Community Engagement resources and information. Go to: ELAC Certification 15 http://lms.lausd.net Use your LAUSD Single Sign-On, Select Groups, Join us- ing Access Code: Z4PWT-V9PVB, Select Join again.
Study Group 16 Representation Finally, our thoughts and prayers go out to any of our families impacted by the Study Group 17 fires. Representation Enjoy a wonderful holiday with your friends and family! Available Workshops 18- 19 Parent Portal Update 20 With gratitude, Contact Information 21 Traci L. Calhoun School Experience Survey Window
Friday, October 29th through Friday, December 7th, 2018
Recommendations for a successful SES administration:
Schools with high response rates for surveys in past years engaged in a number of practices that could be helpful to your school as you administer these surveys. The following suggestions are based on these best practices: Announce the Parent Survey at staff and parent meetings (e.g., ELAC) and write announcements in parent newsletters, bulletins, and on the school webpage. Include a reminder about the survey when communicating to parents. Send a Connect-Ed message on the day surveys are sent home encouraging them to complete the survey. Set a date for parents to return the survey to school. Follow up with another Connect-Ed call on the day before they are due reminding them about how important their voices are and urging them to complete and return their surveys. Have your Parent Center and/or computer lab open for parents who wish to take the survey online during parent conferences. Ensure that the front office staff is prepared to answer questions about the survey, especially from parents. Offer incentives to students for returning parent surveys. If parents complete the survey online, they can print the thank you page displayed after they hit the submit button to verify completion.
It is our goal to support you in your effort to increase parent participation. Please click on the link to access additional resources for a successful SES implementation: https://achieve.lausd.net/Page/14038 including the 2018-2019 School Experience Reference Guide REF- 5714.7. Principal Portal Certifications
Required Documents Due Dates
Title I Requirements: *Annual Meeting Certification *District Title I PFEP November 30, 2018 *School Title I PFEP *Title I School-Parent Compact *Staff Training
REF-6749.2 Principal’s Portal Certification
Principal’s Portal Required Documents
* Importance of Attendance ELAC Training of Officers * A-G /Graduation Requirements Flyer Flyer Agenda Agenda Sign-In Sign-In Minutes Minutes Handouts distributed at the meeting Handouts distributed at the meeting
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Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP) Study Group
The LCAP Study Group will continue to meet through February 2019 to review and develop comments for the Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP). Parents will learn about District programs, funding and data to support the six LCAP goals: 100% Graduation, Proficiency for All, 100% Attendance, Parent and Community Engagement, School Safety and Basic Services.
Members for the Parent Advisory Committee (PAC) will be elected from the participants at the culmination of the LCAP Study Group in February 2019. The next LCAP Study Group meeting is Thursday, January 10, 2019 at Johnnie L. Cochran Middle School. Thank you to Mr. Gilberto Samuel and the Cochran MS team for their continued hospitality!
Contact Anthony L. Williams via email at [email protected] or by phone at (310) 914-2124. Page 5 Parents of African American Students Study Group
The opening session of the Parents of African American Students Study Group was held on October 12th at Wilshire Crest Elementary. Thank you Principal Gayle Robinson for hosting. This session included parents representing 19 schools... and there is still room for more!
The purpose of the AAPSG is to discuss strategies to increase academic achievement for our African American students and address topics of interest to the parents. During October’s study group parents received important information about college as well as discussed how creating a college going culture must start in elementary school. Parents received and reviewed the Senior College Booklet which discusses the path to college. Other topics covered were: preparing to apply for college and financial aid.
The Parents of African American Students Study Group meets once a month at Wilshire Crest ES. Each session is from 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Future meeting dates are: Friday, November 16, 2018, December 14, 2018, January 11, 2019, February 15, 2019, March 15th, 2019, April 12, 2019, and May 17, 2019.
If you have parents interested in attending the study group please email Marisol Castro at [email protected]
Page 6 English Learner Advisory Committee Study Group The LD West ELAC Study Group has met twice this semester. On October 9th, 2018, 80 parents and EL Designees representing over 49 schools met at West Los Angeles City. Topics included: Purpose of ELAC Conducting Effective ELAC meetings Roles of ELAC Officers Greene Act/Robert’s Rules of Order
Participant comments included: “The study group expanded my knowledge of the programs and services for EL students.” “I now understand my role as an ELAC member.” “As president, I feel better able to lead the ELAC meetings at my school.”
Bravo to Principal Adiekweh and team at Fairfax HS for hosting the ELAC Study Group on November 1, 2018 in which participants took a deep dive into the Executive Summary of the Master Plan. Addi- tional topics included: Purpose of the LPAC and how it is administered Understanding the LPAC student report Resources
Evaluation comments included: “I learned that the Executive Summary of the Master Plan 2018 includes English Learners and the Standard English Learners” “I learned that after English Learners are reclassified, they are monitored for four years to determine their academic progress”
The next meeting date is January 16, 2019 at Johnnie L. Cochran MS 9:00 a.m.- 12:00 p.m.
New participants are welcome to attend! Contact Edith Perez at [email protected] for more details. Page 7 District English Learner Advisory Committee Convening
Thumbs up to Dr. Miranda Conston-Raoof of Pio Pico MS for hosting the LD West ELAC Convening on October 19, 2018.
Congratulations to the following ten members who were elected to serve and represent LD West on the District English Learner Advisory Committee (DELAC)!
59th Street ES—Patricia Rodriguez Arlington Heights ES—David Ruiz Gonzalez Carthay Center—-Maria Diaz (alternative) Cheremoya ES—Monica Arrazola Harvard ES—Rocio Elorza Hollywood HS—Olga Tseshkovska (alternative) Horace Mann MS—Omara Gonzalez Kingsley ES—Pedro Tot Marvin ES—Rosalba Jacinto Mid-City Magnet—Adela Salazar Page 8 Title I Parent Study Group
The Local District West Title I Study Group is off to a great start with enthusiastic parents who are eager to study, discuss, and review the implementation of the District’s Title I Parent and Family Engagement Policy.
They started the process of providing input for the Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP) Federal Addendum regarding the use of Title I parent involvement funds.
Parent, Mark Winkler, from Baldwin Hills Elementary Pilot & Highly Gifted Magnet shared, “I really enjoyed the study group. It was informative and extremely interactive. Looking forward to the next meeting.”
Schools are encouraged to send parents to participate if you have not already done so. Names can be submitted to Jill O’Brien, Parent Educator Coach via email at [email protected] or by phone at (310) 914-2124. The next Title I Parent Study Group meeting will be Thursday, November 29, 2018. All Title I Study Group meetings are held from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Daniel Webster Middle School. Thank you to Principal Marla Mason and team for hosting! Page 9
Conversation with the Superintendent
Parents have an opportunity to dialogue directly with our very own Superintendent Cheryl Hildreth twice a semester during “Conversation with the Superintendent” forums. Many thanks to Dr. Ford and team at Mark Twain Middle School for hosting the September 12, 2018 meeting.
Superintendent Hildreth opened the meeting by sharing the LD West Instructional Priorities with over 60 parents. The presentation was followed by a Q&A regarding the potential work stoppage, which parents really appreciated. Engagement opportunities were shared with participants as well as an introduction to and time to speak with LD West directors and staff.
Please invite your parents to attend the next meeting on November 28, 2018 from 9:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at Westchester HS. Thank you to Dr. Janet Mack and team for hosting! SSC Training of Officers
The LD West School Site Council Training of Officers took place on Saturday, October 13th at Audubon Middle School. SSC Officers from schools across Local District West gathered and participated in a variety of valuable learning sessions.
Participants obtained knowledge to better serve their schools by attending the following workshops: Budget, Governance, Parliamentary Procedures, Single Plan for Student Achievement (SPSA), Uniform Complaint Procedures (UCP), and School Experience Survey Data.
The workshop presentations are available in the LD West Parent and Community Engagement Schoology Group (Access code: Z4PWT-V9PVB). See: Resources – SSC Training of Officers Presentations.
For additional information please call Jill O’Brien at (310) 914-2168. LD West Parent Partners present to Board of Education
On Tuesday, September 18, three Local District West parents had an opportunity to share their thoughts to the LAUSD Board at the Committee of the Whole.
Local District West Superintendent, Cheryl Hildreth, welcomed and introduced the parents: Ms. Sam Starnes of Overland Avenue Elementary and Emerson Middle School, Ms. Jennifer McKay of Playa del Rey Elementary, and Ms. Jody Podolsky of LACES, Hamilton Senior High, and formerly Hancock Park Elementary.
Our passionate parents shared their experience as LAUSD families. They gave credit where credit is due and offered suggestions for making our district even better. Hats off to Principals of these dynamic parents: Anna Born (Overland), Dimone Watson (Emerson), Valencia Blue (Playa del Rey), Kimberly Lesure (LACES), Brenda Pensamiento (Hamilton), and Ashley Parker (Hancock Park). Choices Fair Thank you to Webster Middle School, Principal Marla Mason (10/6/18) and Baldwin Hills ES, Principal Dr. Letitia Davis (10/20/18) for hosting our LD West Fairs 2018. Over 60 Elementary and Secondary Magnet Schools, Dual Language Programs Schools, and Schools for Advance Studies had an opportunity to showcase the wonderful programs offered at their sites. Nearly 400 parents attended the fairs!
It was a one-stop venue for parents to preview and inquire about the various school programs. Many principals, coordinators, teachers, and students were in attendance; each ready and available to answer questions parents might have.
Webster MS student volunteers greeted parents at both fairs. Palms MS students provided a stellar showcase of violinists during the Baldwin Hills Fair (hats off to Dr. Derek Moriuchi).
District personnel from the Magnet, Dual Language, and Unified Enrollment offices were available to provide support. The Choices On-Time Application window has been extended to November 16, 2018.
Cohort Meetings The LD West Parent and Community Engagement Unit provides monthly professional development for our Parent and Family Center Directors (PFCD). Information and resources are presented on topics such as: Building Financial Literacy for Families, Family Resources and Workshops, Unified Enroll- ment, School Experience Survey, Powerful Partnerships, Engaging Parents with Mathematics, and more to be taken back to their school site.
On September 7, 2018 we kicked off the 2018-2019 school year with the first PD at West Los Angeles College. At this meeting we had the pleasure of introducing the following new members to the team:
Diamond Wilson – 52nd Street ES, Jacqueline Rodriguez – 61st Street ES Marlin Lopez - Brentwood Science Magnet ES Deborah Israel – Castle Heights ES Liliana Gabriel – Charnock ES Julie Velez - Ellington CHS Sara Won – Fairfax HS Anthony Green – Manhattan ES Guadalupe Guzman – Middle College HS Jasmine Hunter – View Park CHS Alma Orantes – Western Avenue ES Ebony Johnson – Western Avenue ES
PFCDs have four opportunities each month to attend a cohort meeting. Meetings are held Tuesday - Friday during the first week of the month. Although encouraged to attend the meeting with their as- signed coach, Parent and Family Center Directors are welcomed to attend the meeting that accommo- dates your school schedule. The schedule for the remainder of the year is as follows:
Marisol Castro (Tues) Anthony Williams (Wed) Edith Perez (Thurs) 12/4/18: West Athens 12/5/18: Brentwood ES 12/6/18: Los Angeles HS 2/5/19: Hawkins HS 2/6/19: Marvin ES 2/7/19: 6th Ave ES 3/5/19: TBD 3/6/19: Stoner ES 3/7/19: Laurel ES (tentative) 4/2/19: Muir MS 4/3/19: Webster MS 4/4/19: Ramona ES (tentative)
Jill O’Brien (Fri) ALL COHORTS Meet: 12/7/18: 74th Street ES 1/18/19: Cochran MS 2/8/19: Cienega ES 5/24/19: Cochran MS 3/8/19: Marlton School Thank you for forming your SSCs
3rd Street Elementary Crescent Heights Boulevard Elemen- Melrose Avenue Elementary tary 42nd Street Elementary Mid-City's Prescott School of Enriched Daniel Webster Middle School Sciences 52nd Street Elementary Duke Ellington Continuation High Middle College High School 54th Street Elementary Emerson Community Charter Nora Sterry Elementary 61st Street Elementary Fairburn Avenue Elementary Palms Elementary 6th Avenue Elementary GALA Palms Middle School 74th Street Elementary Gardner Street Elementary Paseo del Rey Elementary 95th Street Elementary Grand View Boulevard Elementary Raymond Avenue Elementary Alexander Hamilton Senior High Harvard Elementary Richland Avenue Elementary Alta Loma Elementary Helen Bernstein Senior High Saturn Street Elementary Audubon Middle School Hollywood Primary Center Shenandoah Street Elementary Augustus F Hawkins SH Hollywood Senior High Short Avenue Elementary Baldwin Hills Elementary Horace Mann UCLA Community Stoner Avenue Elementary Beethoven Street Elementary School Thomas Bradley Global Awareness Braddock Drive Elementary Hubert Howe Bancroft Middle School Magnet Brentwood Elementary Science James J McBride Special Education Van Ness Avenue Elementary Magnet Center Venice Senior High Bret Harte Preparatory Middle School John Burroughs Middle School Vine Street Elementary Brockton Avenue Elementary John Muir Middle School West Athens Elementary Budlong Avenue Elementary Johnnie L Cochran Jr Middle School West Hollywood Elementary Carson-Gore Academy of Environmen- Joseph Le Conte Middle School Western Avenue Elementary tal Studies Kingsley Elementary School Westminster Avenue Elementary CDS Alonzo La Salle Avenue Elementary Westside Global Awareness Magnet Century Park Elementary Laurel Elementary Wilshire Crest Elementary Cheremoya Avenue Elementary Lawson Academy Wilshire Park Elementary School Cheviot Hills Continuation High Los Angeles Senior High Wilton Place Elementary Cienega Elementary Loyola Village Woodcrest Elementary Cimarron Avenue Elementary Manhattan Place Elementary Young Empowered Scholars Academy Clover Avenue Elementary Mar Vista Elementary Coliseum Street Elementary Marina Del Rey Middle School Cowan Avenue Elementary Marlton School Crenshaw Magnet Marvin Elementary Congratulations! for forming your ELACs
3rd Street Elementary Hollywood Primary Center West Athens Elementary 42nd Street Elementary Hollywood Senior High West Hollywood Community Day School 52nd Street Elementary Horace Mann UCLA Community School West Hollywood Elementary 59th Street Elementary Hubert Howe Bancroft Middle School Westminster Avenue Elementary 61st Street Elementary John Burroughs Middle School Westport Heights Elementary 6th Avenue Elementary John Muir Middle School Westside Global Awareness Magnet 95th Street Elementary Johnnie L Cochran Jr Middle School Wilshire Crest Elementary Alta Loma Elementary Joseph Le Conte Middle School Wilshire Park Elementary School Arlington Heights Elementary Kingsley Elementary School Wilton Place Elementary Braddock Drive Elementary La Salle Avenue Elementary Brentwood Elementary Science Mag- net Laurel Elementary Bret Harte Preparatory Middle Lawson Academy School Manhattan Place Elementary Brockton Avenue Elementary Marlton School Budlong Avenue Elementary Melrose Avenue Elementary Carthay Elementary of Environmen- Mid-City's Prescott School of En- tal Studies Magnet riched Sciences Century Park Elementary Palms Elementary Cheremoya Avenue Elementary Palms Middle School Cienega Elementary Paseo del Rey Elementary Cimarron Avenue Elementary Paul Revere Charter Middle School Clover Avenue Elementary Pio Pico Middle School Coliseum Street Elementary Playa Del Rey Elementary Daniel Webster Middle School Queen Anne Place Elementary Fairburn Avenue Elementary Raymond Avenue Elementary Gardner Street Elementary Saturn Street Elementary George Washington Preparatory Sen- Selma Avenue Elementary ior High Shenandoah Street Elementary Grand View Boulevard Elementary Short Avenue Elementary Grant Elementary Stoner Avenue Elementary Hancock Park Elementary Van Ness Avenue Elementary Harvard Elementary Vine Street Elementary Helen Bernstein Senior High Shout out to the schools that have parent representation at the Study Groups
ELAC Study Group Lawson Academy Los Angeles Senior High 42nd Street Elementary Loyola Village 52nd Street Elementary Manhattan Place Elementary 61st Street Elementary Mid-City's Prescott School of Enriched Sciences 6th Avenue Elementary Palisades Charter Elementary 95th Street Elementary Palms Middle School Alta Loma Elementary Ramona Elementary Angeles Mesa Elementary Raymond Avenue Elementary Arlington Heights Elementary Susan Miller Dorsey Senior High Augustus F Hawkins SH View Park Continuation High Braddock Drive Elementary Vine Street Elementary Brentwood Elementary Science Magnet Westchester Enriched Sciences Bret Harte Preparatory Middle School Whitney Young Continuation High Brockton Avenue Elementary Wilshire Crest Elementary Budlong Avenue Elementary Wilshire Park Elementary School Carthay Elementary of Environmental Wonderland Avenue Elementary Studies Magnet Young Empowered Scholars Academy Castle Heights Elementary
Century Park Elementary
Charnock Road Elementary Cheremoya Avenue Elementary Coliseum Street Elementary Community Elementary Magnet Charter Cowan Avenue Elementary Fairburn Avenue Elementary George Washington Preparatory Senior High Grant Elementary Harvard Elementary Hillcrest Drive Elementary John Burroughs Middle School Johnnie L Cochran Jr Middle School Joseph Le Conte Middle School Kingsley Elementary School Laurel Elementary Applause to the schools that have Study Group representation
LCAP Study Group Westchester Enriched Sciences Title I Parent Study Group Westminster Avenue Elementary 54th Street Elementary Woodcrest Elementary Alta Loma Elementary 6th Avenue Elementary Baldwin Hills Elementary Alexander Hamilton Senior High Beethoven Street Elementary Audubon Middle School Parents of African American Bret Harte Preparatory Middle School Boys Academic Leadership Academy Students Study Group Brockton Avenue Elementary Brentwood Elementary Science Century Park Elementary Magnet 54th Street Elementary Cienega Elementary Bret Harte Preparatory Middle School Alexander Hamilton Senior High Cimarron Avenue Elementary Brockton Avenue Elementary Audubon Middle School Cowan Avenue Elementary Castle Heights Elementary Augustus F Hawkins SH Emerson Community Charter Century Park Elementary Boys Academic Leadership Academy Harvard Elementary Cienega Elementary Brockton Avenue Elementary Hillcrest Drive Elementary Cimarron Avenue Elementary Cienega Elementary Hollywood Senior High Clover Avenue Elementary Cimarron Avenue Elementary John Muir Middle School Coliseum Street Elementary Cowan Avenue Elementary Kingsley Elementary School Cowan Avenue Elementary Emerson Community Charter Lawson Academy Emerson Community Charter Harvard Elementary Melrose Avenue Elementary Grant Elementary Nora Sterry Elementary Nora Sterry Elementary Harvard Elementary Raymond Avenue Elementary Overland Avenue Elementary Hollywood Senior High Susan Miller Dorsey Senior High Thomas Bradley Global Awareness John Muir Middle School Magnet Thomas Bradley Global Awareness Joseph Le Conte Middle School Magnet University High School Charter Kingsley Elementary School Westchester Enriched Sciences Vine Street Elementary Marina Del Rey Middle School Wilshire Crest Elementary Westchester Enriched Sciences Marvin Elementary Woodcrest Elementary Westminster Avenue Elementary Mid-City's Prescott School of Young Empowered Scholars Academy Enriched Sciences
Overland Avenue Elementary
Queen Anne Place Elementary
Shenandoah Street Elementary
Thomas Bradley Global Awareness
Magnet
University High School Charter
Venice Senior High
Vine Street Elementary
Keep Calm and Schedule Workshops . . . We at the Local District West Parent and Community Engagement Unit are available to present Workshops at your school. Workshop Topics and Descriptions are listed below. Contact us at (310) 914- 2124 to schedule, plan, or customize a workshop today! For STAFF: Welcoming Environment
Staff will review the importance of a Welcoming Environment for all stakeholders, customer service eti- quette, and best practices. Powerful Partnerships
Staff will use the book, Powerful Partnerships, as a guide to reimagine their work with parents and col- laborate to develop an approach to family engagement that includes authentic, meaningful opportuni- ties to build connections and foster true partnerships with families. Parent Engagement Strategies to Increase Student Achievement Staff will analyze parent engagement research and strategize to increase parent engagement opportuni- ties in school. The IEP and You Staff will be provided with the resources and tools to respond to IEP related questions. They will review the IEP Parent’s Guide to Special Education and IEP pages that will provide the most support when dealing with parents and appropriate responses to frequently asked questions.
For PARENTS:
40 Developmental Assets Parents will learn about the Search Institute’s 40 Developmental Assets - the building blocks of develop- ment that help young people grow up healthy, caring, and responsible.
A Parents’ Guide to DIBELS (Grades K-5) Parents will better understand what DIBELS is, what DIBELS measures, and why this assessment is important. In addition, they will learn strategies to support early literacy skills at home.
Bullying: What Parents Should Know Parents will explore the different types of bullying, identify the warning signs of bullying, learn strate- gies & resources for preventing and responding to bullying as well as review District policies and proce- dures related to bullying.
CA Dashboard Parents will learn about the new California accountability system, the California Dashboard. It pro- vides parents with information about District and any schools’ progress in areas such as: basic condi- tions, parent engagement, English learner progress, graduation rate, and suspension rate.
Attendance Matters Parents will review the LAUSD Attendance Goals, the importance of attendance and gain strategies on how to improve and maintain good attendance to maximize student achievement. Changing Graduation Requirements (A-G) Parents will gain an understanding of the LAUSD graduation requirements. This session will encour- age them to think beyond the minimum prerequisites for applying to college, and teach them how to actively engage with the school in their child’s education.
College and Career Readiness Parents will receive information regarding high school graduation requirements, college admission re- quirements, and much more. Intended for our Elementary and Middle School families. content for your families. A 3 part series is available.
EL Master Plan for Parents Part I Parents will gain an understanding about the identification, assessment process and the instructional program option for English learners.
EL Master Plan for Parents Part II Parents will review the new reclassification requirements, the reclassification criteria by grade levels, and how the District supports reclassified students, English Learners (EL) and Long Term English Learners (LTELs) and monitors their process.
English Language Development and the California ELD Standards Parents will learn the English Language Development (ELD) and the California ELD Standards (CA ELD Standards) and how to support children’s language development both in their home language and in English.
Hands-on Math Parents will practice strategies to support students in developing their mathematical literacy. Geared toward our Elementary families.
It’s All About Behavior Parents will gain an awareness of District and school policies in School-Wide Positive Behavior Sup- port. They will also learn how to work with school staff regarding student behavior, behavioral sup- ports, and interventions for students with and without disabilities. Math Practices Parents will learn how they can promote positive attitudes about math and help their children think like mathematicians.
Navigating Through the IEP Parents who are new to special education will gain insight into the process and learn how to partner with their child’s school to insure their child’s academic success.
Parents as Leaders Parents will build and enhance their leadership skills in order to participate in: District Validation Re- view (DVR) Teams, School Site and Central District Advisory Committees, as well as learn how to ad- vocate effectively for their child and/or other children. School Volunteer Parents will review both the district policy for volunteers as well as the do’s and don’ts of volunteering.
Smarter Balanced Assessment Parents will find out about the features of Smarter Balanced Assessment (SBAC), learn how to access the Smarter Balanced Practice Tests, and have an opportunity to practice a few test questions. Parent Portal Updates
Important Notice for Parents: A Personal Identification Number (PIN) must be entered and verified by 11/30/18. After 11/30/18, parent access to their student’s records will be disabled until their PIN is verified. If the parent has not received the District letter containing their student’s PIN, parents are instructed to visit the school’s attendance office to obtain PIN(s).
Ways to access parent portal PIN numbers: School employee designee go to: https://parentportalapp.lausd.net/parentaccess/ Choose “Employee Login” and use LAUSD Single Sign-on Use “Find a Student” feature using student ID and Pin Details to see specific PIN for specified guardian (s). Make sure to verify identity of guardian and only give the PIN associated with that individual. Parent Search feature allow you to find a parent by email. This method is very useful when searching one student at a time. If you need to give an employee access, use EZ ACCESS Request for Parent Portal School Employee Access https://ezaccess.lausd.net/
Job aid: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1L1Db-jE-QShqtm2TasccmBwnEoW6Ljh_/view?usp=sharing
School staff may generate a printout of assigned codes for all students (additional access required for Focus Reporting) Job Aid: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1AOEygQBHokxcYpQC10MiToDF-LsnDk9e/view?usp=sharing
NEW: Parent Portal Mobile App available for Smart devices! Link to flyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1uj2JGCNwY65Pp1b2TjXXc01SwImleG_/view?usp=sharing
For questions and additional assistance, contact Parent and Community Engagement (310) 914-2124
LD West Parent and Community Engagement Team
Traci L. Calhoun Marisol Castro Anthony Williams Administrator Parent Educator Coach Parent Educator Coach [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] (310) 914-2124 310-914-2109 310-914-2161
Glenda Castro Jill O’Brien Parent and Community Engagement Interpreter and Translator Parent Educator Coach Local District West [email protected] [email protected] 11380 West Graham Place 310-914-2133 310-914-2168 Los Angeles, CA 90064 Phone: (310) 914-2124
Sharnell Blevins Edith Perez Community Representative Parent Educator Coach [email protected] [email protected] 310-914-2142 310-914-2143