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Compiled by Rita Mauceri, Ledger Contributing Writer Alliance Environmental Science and Established in 1922, Atwater Elementary Brawerman Elementary School of Technology High School provides a nurturing and forward-thinking Wilshire Boulevard Temple environment that enables children Welcome to the 2017 Los more information about 2930 Fletcher Dr. www.brawerman.org Los Angeles, CA 90065 to become productive, responsible Grades: K-6 Feliz Ledger School Guide. these schools and their appli- (323) 739-0560 citizens. Accountability, integrity, and Public or private: Private This annual primer for neigh- cation processes. www.esathigh.org creativity are among the core values at borhood parents is com- Parents should also be Grades: 9-12 this neighborhood school, along with a Brawerman Elementary School East piled using information from aware of one significant change Student body: 550 focus on Science, Technology, Engineer- 3663 Wilshire Blvd. Public or private: Public Charter ing, Arts, and Math (S.T.E.A.M.). A free Los Angeles, CA 90010 schools, their websites and for the 2018-2019 school year. instrumental music program, visual arts (213) 388-2401 LAUSD.net. The list is com- LAUSD will require all ap- ESAT’s themed curriculum concentrates and theater program, and Marshall High Tuition: $21,000-$24,500 plus school fees prised of elementary and sec- plications for public dual-lan- on college-readiness that integrates School partnership keep the focus on the Tours: October 19, November 2, Novem- ondary schools in Los Feliz, guage programs to go through experiential learning with a focus on kids and the community. ber 30, and December 12, 2017. Call for environmental science and technology. details. Silver Lake, Eagle Rock, Echo echoices as well. The online Recruitment begins each year in the Benjamin Franklin Elementary Park, Pasadena, Glendale, and application period runs Octo- fall. ESAT enrolls students regardless School Brawerman Elementary School West surrounding neighborhoods. ber 2 – November 9, 2017. Go of prior academic record, conduct, or 1610 Lake St. 11661 West Olympic Blvd We have included a diverse ar- to http://eChoices.laused.net socio-economic background and was Glendale, CA 91201 Los Angeles, CA 90064 named Newsweek’s 81st top U.S. high (818) 243-1809 (424) 208-8934 ray of public, charter, magnet, for more information. school for “beating the odds” and get- www.franklinmagnetschool.org Tuition: $27,500-$31,000 plus school fees private, and parochial schools We make an effort to ting students into college. The school is Grades: K-6 Tours: October 3, October 26, November within the K-12 spectrum. address a huge variety of in- located at Los Angeles Community Col- Student body: 650 15, and December 11, 2017. Call for All tuitions listed for private terests and socio-economic lege’s Van de Kamp Innovation Campus Public or private: Public details. near Glassell Park and Atwater Village. schools are for the current groups in our annual guide. Benjamin Franklin Elementary is a Brawerman is a Reform Jewish day (2017-18) academic year. If you feel we have over- Atwater S.T.E.A.M. Elementary highly sought-after magnet offering four school defined by high academic Parents interested in looked a gem of a school, feel 3271 Silver Lake Blvd. dual-language immersion programs in standards and strong Jewish values. The Magnet Schools, Public free to reach out. As a part of Los Angeles, CA 90039 French, Italian, Spanish, and German. The dynamic curriculum is complemented by school provides a rigorous and relevant School Choice and other Los the Los Feliz and larger Los (323) 665-5941 state-of-the-art facilities on both cam- www.atwater-lausd-ca.schoolloop.com multilingual, multicultural curriculum puses. At Brawerman East and Brawer- Angeles Unified School Dis- Angeles community, we are Grades: K-6 that prepares students with a strong man West, children experience strong trict program options should proud of all our local educa- Student body: 330 foundation for future learning and career academics that inspire them to thrive visit echoices.lausd.net for tors and students. Public or private: Public readiness. intellectually, creatively, and physically.

2017-2018 Tours GIFTED/HIGH ABILITY TECHNOLOGY & ARTS MAGNET Thursdays 8:15 – 10:15 am The Gifted/High Ability Technology & Arts Magnet program is a small learning environment that nurtures 21st century learners who, through initiative and 9/28/17, 10/5/17, 10/12/17, 10/19/17, imagination, develop creative solutions to complex problems. We embrace a project- 10/26/17, 11/2/17 based approach to learning across the curriculum that creatively incorporates technological innovation and artistic expression. SPACE IS LIMITED. Please RSVP at kingms.org or tinyurl.com/KingMSTour2017 ENVIRONMENTAL STEAM MAGNET The Environmental STEAM Magnet program provides opportunities for students to participate in a rigorous, interdisciplinary, project-based curriculum where environmental literacy and 21st century skills relating to STEAM are integrated into all subject areas. Students participate in specialized electives and partnership activities with community-based environmental organizations.

FILM AND MEDIA MAGNET The Film & Media Magnet program provide a diverse learning environment for interdisciplinary exploration in the cinematic arts as well as other media, including social media. Even if film and media is not a career choice, the skills learned through this program (such as technology and collaboration) are beneficial no matter what career you choose. Apply online at eChoices.lausd.net Opens October 2nd / Due November 9th

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They spend their days in science and tech basketball, soccer, and more. Weekly graders travel to Washington D.C. and trip Cheremoya Avenue Elementary Tours: Fall tours take place October labs, dance and art studios, and studying chapels are grounded in Judeo-Christian fees are included in annual tuition. 6017 Franklin Ave. through December. Tours are required for Hebrew and Judaic studies. Each grade practices but embrace and celebrate Los Angeles, CA 90028 admission. level focuses on a year-long tikkun many religions of the world. Chandler School (323) 464-1722 olam project that provides ongoing op- 1005 Armada Dr. www.cheremoya-lausd-ca.schoolloop. Children’s Community School is a small, portunities to participate in “repairing the Cathedral Chapel Pasadena, CA 91103 com progressive school dedicated to teaching world” and integrates the values of social 755 S. Cochran Ave. (626) 795-9314 x177 Grades: Pre K-6 children to think for themselves, collabo- action into daily activities. Los Angeles, CA 90036 www.chandlerschool.org Student body: 328 rate successfully with others, and take (323) 938-9976 Grades: K-8 Public or private: Public responsibility for their own educations. Camino Nuevo Charter Academy www.cathedralchapelschool.org Student body: 450 Founded on the democratic principles 3435 W Temple St. Grades: K-8 Public or private: Private 2015 marked the 100-year anniversary of diversity and citizenship, CCS instills Los Angeles, CA 90026 Public or private: Private Tuition: $23,120-$24,470 with addt’l fees of Cheremoya Avenue Elementary, which compassion, confidence, and a lifelong (213) 417-3400 Tuition: $4,405-$5,075 per year with Tours: An Open House will be held on Sat- was recognized by the California Depart- love of learning. The CCS curriculum is www.caminonuevo.org additional fees urday, October 14 from 9:00-11:30 a.m. ment of Education as a Distinguished geared towards helping children reach Grades: Pre-K-12 Tours: Every Tuesday between 8:30 a.m. School for academic achievement and their academic potential and contribute Student body: Eight campuses serving and 12:00 p.m. Pasadena’s Chandler School is an inde- community participation in 2014. Cher- to society in a meaningful way. approximately 1,500 students pendent, coeducational K-8 school near emoya recently completed an outdoor Public or private: Public Located in Los Angeles’s Mid-Wilshire the legendary Rose Bowl. Their mission is learning center and green space and of- Citizens of the World Charter district, Cathedral provides a challeng- to provide students with the most academi- fers G.A.T.E. enrichment programs includ- Schools Innovation, equity, and excellence are part ing and comprehensive curriculum and cally challenging education in a nurturing, ing Gardening, Arts, Drama, Playwriting, www.citizensoftheworld.org of the core values at Camino Nuevo Char- strengthens the Catholic identity of its balanced and diverse environment. Robotics, Dance, and more. Grades: K-8 ter Academy (CNCA). Founded in 2000, students by incorporating Bible teach- Chandler students gain a love of learning, Student body: 770 the network of high-performing public ings, character building, and Christian a means of thinking independently and an Children’s Community School Public or private: Public Charter schools on 8 campuses serves students living into the school culture. Each day ability to work collaboratively. Chandler 14702 Sylvan St. residing in “historically underserved” opens at assembly with prayer based also seeks to develop good character, Van Nuys, CA 91411 CWC Hollywood areas of Central Los Angeles such as on the Gospel message and closes with self-reliance and a commitment to com- (818) 780-6226 1316 N. Bronson Ave. MacArthur Park, Pico-Union, and Wilshire classroom prayer. Cathedral offers Math munity. Students in grades 6-8 participate http://www.ccsteaches.org Los Angeles, CA 90028 Corridor. CNCA seeks to educate students Honors and Spanish, which children in outdoor trips—rock climbing in Joshua Grades: K-6 (323) 464-4292 via a college preparatory program to be start learning in Kindergarten. Cathedral Tree, backpacking in the Sierras, canoeing Student body: 120 www.cwchollywood.org literate, critical thinkers and agents of Chapel is part of the Los Angeles Archdio- the Colorado River—in partnership with Public or private: Private CWC Silver Lake social justice and change. CNCA stands cese C3 Technology pilot program provid- Boojum Institute. Tuition: $27,590 plus additional fees North Campus (Grades: K-1) out among other schools due to its deep ing every student access to an iPad. roots in the community which has yielded CYO Sports, Speech Team, and Student partnerships with The Getty Research Council round out the offerings. Center, CITYstage, California Science Center, Ghetto Film School, and more. The Center for Early Education 563 N. Alfred St. Campbell Hall West Hollywood, CA 90048-2512 4533 Laurel Canyon Blvd. (323) 651-0707 North Hollywood, CA 91607 www.centerforearlyeducation.org (818) 980–7280 Grades: Preschool-6 www.campbellhall.org Student body: 540 Grades: K-12 Public or private: Private Student body: 1,115 Tuition: $20,710-$31,520 with addt’l fees Public or private: Private Tours: Open Houses begin in September Tuition: $33,295-$39,090 with addt’l fees and run through January. Tours: Tours are available throughout the fall. The Elementary Open House “No crystal balls. No tea leaves. But is scheduled for October 21, 2017. The plenty of hard work and community Secondary Open House will be held No- involvement.” This is how the Center vember 4, 2017. RSVP via the website. for Early Education encapsulates their Admissions: Application deadline is philosophy on their website. It offers a December 14, 2017. glimpse at what makes CEE unique. In addition to dedicated faculty members Key at Campbell Hall is the “nurturing of and 60 educators (including 33 master decent, loving, and responsible human classroom teachers and 10 master beings.” This highly respected Episcopal specialists), the school relies on heavily college preparatory school combines involved trustees, parents, grandparents, technological sophistication with a strong and volunteers. What began in 1939 as sense of community and enthusiasm for a Hancock Park play group for kids has the arts, sciences and communications. evolved into a diverse, urban school that Self-worth, compassion, respect, service, serves as a hub for all kinds of activities and responsibility are taught as part of from parent education classes to art the school’s tradition, while the academic shows. CEE has also begun construction program is structured and challenging. on a Campus Enhancement Plan that will Campbell Hall’s arts and athletic offerings transform its campus into a state-of-the- All New are extensive with exposure to dance, art facility. By 2020, CEE will have 30% drama, TV production and recording more square footage, 50% more play Class Schedule! arts, along with golf, tennis, equestrian, space, and high-tech classrooms. 6th

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5616 Carlton Way comer to the local school scene. Today, it ratio of 8-1. Daily learning focuses on gram at Franklin is designed to address encourages and honors each child. The Los Angeles, CA 90028 provides a creative environment for over helping teens gain the knowledge, critical the needs of the large numbers of gifted curriculum supports not only academic (323) 462-2840 800 students with a program devoted to skills, community values, and creativity and high-achieving students. Community growth but social and emotional as well. www.cwcsilverlake.org the core curriculum and the arts, namely essential for an engaged and responsible and parent involvement is a huge part of Weekly art, theater, and yoga classes, Theater, Visual, Dance, Music, and Vocal. life. Campus life is rich with opportunities the Franklin experience with Friends of along with a host of clubs ranging from South Campus (Grades: 2-4) Eagle Rock Elementary was acknowledged for students to participate in leadership, Franklin raising in excess of $100,000 karate to fashion design, are part of the 5620 DeLongpre Ave. in 2015 as one of only 35 L.A. public play on CIF-ranked athletic teams, and each year to bring additional programs creative program. Students are encour- Los Angeles, CA 90028 schools to get an A in supporting the arts. take part in a variety of arts. Flintridge like art, music, physical education and aged to become stewards of the world (323) 464-4063 Students can apply for the Gifted or Highly Prep’s greenery-filled campus features more to the school. around them through entrepreneurial www.cwcsilverlake.org Gifted Magnets. Both provide nurturing state-of-the-art labs, performing arts service projects. Families of all faiths and environments that stimulate academic and spaces, a two-story library, gym, pool, Friends Western School no faith are welcome. Citizens of the World Charter has two social growth, inspire respect for diversity, and more. 524 East Orange Grove Blvd. schools—CWC Hollywood and CWC Silver and empower children to participate in a Pasadena, CA 91104-4351 Glendale Montessori School Lake—housed across three campuses. changing society. Franklin Avenue Elementary School www.friendswesternschool.org/ 413 West Doran St. Opened in 2010 with expansions in 2012 1910 North Commonwealth Ave. Grades: TK-6 Glendale, CA 91203 and 2013, CWC now serves over 700 kids Flintridge Preparatory Academy Los Angeles, CA 90027 Student Body: 45 (818) 240-9415 in K-8. The focus on personalized, proj- 4543 Crown Ave. (323) 663-0320 Public or private: Private www.glendalemontessorischool.net ect-based learning has established them La Cañada, CA 91011 www.franklinavees-lausd-ca.schoolloop. Tuition: $11,356-$14,000 plus additional Grades: Preschool-6 as high-achieving schools that develop (818) 790-1178 com fees; siblings receive a 20% discount Public or private: Private abilities, confidence, and responsibility. www.flintridgeprep.org Grades: K-5 Tours: Contact the school for Open House Tuition: $1,100-$1,300 per month CWC cultivates leadership, independence, Grades: 7-12 Student body: 530 dates in the fall. Email admissions@ Tours: Call the school to schedule a tour self-knowledge, and respect, both within Student body: 500 Public or private: Public friendswesternschool.org to schedule. and beyond school walls. Public or private: Private Established in 1971, Glendale Montessori Tuition: $34,800-$35,400 with addt’l fees Built in 1926, Franklin Avenue Elementary A private cooperative school, Friends promotes a philosophy of inspired learn- Eagle Rock Elementary School and Tours: Individual and group tours are held is one of LAUSD’s oldest and most popu- Western was founded on the principles of ing, where children are given space to Magnet School in the fall and spring. An Open House will lar neighborhood schools, consistently community, harmony, integrity, equality explore and develop in their own way at 2057 Fair Park Ave. be on Sunday, December 3 at 2:00 p.m. scoring well on state tests. Students are and simplicity. FWS offers a holistic their own pace. Students age 2½ through Los Angeles, CA 90041 Reservations can be made starting in challenged to become fluent readers, Quaker education and a host of unique 12 participate in areas such as Practical (323) 254-6851 October. Contact the Admissions Office at effective communicators, and strong advantages such as small class sizes, Life, Sensory, Mathematics, Reading, http://www.eaglerockelementary.org (818)-949-5514 to schedule. problem-solvers in mathematics. The low student/teacher ratios (15:1), and Language, Literacy, Science, Geogra- Grades: K-6 School for Advanced Studies (SAS) pro- a responsive learning environment that phy, and Grace and Courtesy. Multi-age Student body: 820 Flintridge Prep was founded in 1933 as a Public or private: Public school for boys and transitioned to coed in 1979. Today, it offers a broad liberal With a rich history that dates back to the arts-based education that boasts inti- Los Feliz STEMM Magnet School 1880s, Eagle Rock Elementary is no new- mate class sizes and a student-teacher (Science/Technology/Engineering/Math/ Medicine)

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classrooms, low teacher to student ratios Tuition: $18,800-$22,700, plus addt’l fees nity garden, organic lunches, swimming, (ranging from 1:8 to 1:12), monthly field Grand Arts High School (formerly known Harvard-Westlake ranks among the top Tours: Tours take place September and a deep enrichment program of visual trips and etiquette lunches, and art in- as Ramón C. Cortines School of Visual high schools in the U.S. in number of through January on Wednesday mornings and performing arts, physical education, struction are also part of the Montessori and Performing Arts) is a standout both National Merit Semifinalists. The presti- at 9:30 a.m. Call the school to schedule. technology, and dozens of electives. Glendale experience. visually and academically. The $232 gious, coeducational, college prepara- million state-of-the-art school—dubbed tory school resulted from the merger At L.A.’s renowned Hollywood School- Holy Trinity Parish School Glenfeliz Boulevard Elementary Starchitecture High—is a stunning part of Harvard School (for boys), founded house, the mission is to nurture the whole 3716 Boyce Ave. 3955 Glenfeliz Blvd. of downtown LA’s “Grand Avenue Cultural in 1900, and Westlake School for Girls, child through challenging academics and Los Angeles, CA 90039 Los Angeles, CA 90039 Corridor,” alongside the Disney Concert established in 1904. From its sprawling creative learning. Each of the 300-plus (323) 663-2064 (323) 666-1431 Hall, Music Center, Museum of Contem- library, swimming pool, and science labs students is valued and encouraged to www.holytrinityla.com www.glenfeliz.com porary Art, and The Broad. The 9.8-acre to its organic garden, jazz studio, and understand “who they are and how they Grades: K-8 Grades: K-6 campus boasts a conical library, 927-seat performing arts center, the focus is on learn in order to become exceptional Public or private: Private Student body: 300 professional concert hall with Broadway- opportunity and excellence. citizens.” Here, education is viewed as Tuition: $470 per month (11 months), Public or private: Public size stage and orchestra pit, outdoor a journey rather than a destination. The plus registration fees. Families are also amphitheater, photography and broadcast Hollywood Schoolhouse Schoolhouse is comprised of three divi- asked to contribute 35 hours of service Located in Atwater Village, Glenfeliz is studios, and four dance studios. Grand 1233 North McCadden Pl. sions: Early Childhood, Lower Elementary, throughout the year. a School for Advanced Studies (SAS) Arts combines a rigorous pre-college cur- Los Angeles, CA 90038 and Upper Elementary, with each covering in Farm to Table and Culinary Arts and riculum with a comprehensive, four-year (323) 465-1320 Language Arts, History, Math, Science, Tucked away in Atwater Village, Holy is the flagship school for Common pre-conservatory arts program. Students www.hsla.org and Spanish. Strong voices, solid bodies, Trinity is a tight-knit Catholic learning Threads cooking and EnrichLA gardens. are admitted into Grand Arts by lottery. Grades: Pre K-6 and nourished minds are fed by a commu- community that seeks to form “saints and Their program is designed to give Public or private: Private students the opportunity to learn core Harvard-Westlake curriculum subjects like Science, Math and English Language Arts through the Harvard-Westlake Middle School lens of gardening and cooking, while also (Grades 7-9) emphasizing environmental science and 700 North Faring Rd. Los Angeles, CA 90077 SILVERLAKE community outreach. The school’s SAS program is the first of its kind in LAUSD (310) 274-7281 and serves as a district model for innovative and research-based teaching. Harvard-Westlake Upper School Optometry SAS co-exists alongside the school’s reg- (Grades 10-12): ular program. Glenfeliz is committed to 3700 Coldwater Canyon Dr. Michel N. Kahwaji creating passionate learners by involving North Hollywood, CA 91604 Dr. Roxana De la Rosa dedicated parents, staff, students, (818) 980-6692 teachers and community partners. The ultimate goal is to instill a lifelong love of www.hw.com • Comprehensive Eye Exams learning, cultivate curiosity, and instill a Grades: 7-12 sense of social responsibility. Student body: 1,600 • Treatment of Eye Disease Public or private: Private • Vintage & Designer Eyewear Grand Arts High School Tuition: $37,100 plus additional fees 450 N. Grand Ave. Tours: Prospective students can tour dur- • Contact Lenses Los Angeles, CA 90012 ing a weekday interview (applicants for • Free Lasik Consultation (213) 217-8600 7th grade) or one of the weekend Family www.vapa9.org Visiting Days. The school also hosts • Retinal Photography for Diabetic (323) 664-1996 Grades: 9-12 coffees throughout the fall. Check the & Hypertension Patients 2771 Rowena Ave. (corner of Glendale Blvd.) Student body: 1,700 website for dates. Los Angeles, CA 90039 Admissions: January 16, 2018 is the www.silverlakeoptometry.com Public or private: Public We accept VSP, Medi-Cal, Medicare & most other insurance Tours: Call the school for a tour schedule. deadline for applications. Decisions are delivered in March.

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scholars.” The school offers a rigorous of Mary has welcomed children from (323) 836-0860 (323) 343-2550 Elysian Valley, this high school combines K-8 curriculum committed to achieving Los Angeles’ East Hollywood neighbor- www.lachsa.net traditional academics with an innovative academic excellence and nurturing the hoods. A Roman Catholic coeducational Selma (Grades 5-6) Grades: 9-12 curriculum focused on environmental spiritual growth of children. Holy Trinity elementary institution, the school is a 6611 Selma Ave. Student body: 600 science. The goal: to produce young views parents as the primary educators faith-based community in which teachers Los Angeles 90028 Public or private: Public adults who are ready to be builders and works in partnership with them. Daily and parents join together to educate (323) 871-4000 and stewards of socially-conscious teachings embody the values and beliefs each child and achieve a balance of faith, Founded in 1985, LACHSA is now communities. LARS encourages teens of the Catholic Church by providing a character and academic excellence. La Fayette Park Place (Grades 7-12) recognized as one of the premier public to be actively engaged in building and compassionate, nurturing environment 2801 W. 6th St. arts high schools in the U.S. It has won sustaining healthy, environmentally and developing morals and character. The Ivanhoe Elementary Los Angeles, CA 90057 numerous educational awards and been sound communities. It also coaches them school also offers a state-of-the-art tech- 2828 Herkimer St. (213) 867-6300 named by Newsweek and Los Angeles to act as civic partners by participating in nology program with iPads for grades 3-8, Los Angeles, CA 90039 Magazine as one of L.A.’s best high decision-making at the school. iPad centers for TK-2, and a curriculum (323) 664-0051 Larchmont Charter is a continuous K-12 schools. Students must audition for focused on digital skills and literacy. Art, www.ivanhoeschool.org program spread out over four campuses. acceptance into one of five departments: Los Feliz Charter School for the Arts music, student leadership opportunities, Grades: K-5 The school offers a project-based curricu- Cinematic Arts, Dance, Music (vocal 2709 Media Center Dr. and CYO sports are among the other Student body: 450 lum and caters to a socio-economically, and instrumental), Theatre, or Visual Los Angeles, CA 90065 programs available to students. Public or private: Public culturally, and racially diverse community Arts. Each department selects its own (323) 539-2810 of students. LCS also participates in the students through a juried audition or www.losfelizarts.org Immaculate Heart High This beloved Silver Lake elementary school Edible Schoolyard (ESY) program affili- portfolio review process. Online applica- Grades: K-6 and Middle School has served the local community since ated with chef Alice Waters’ Chez Panisse tions for the 2018-2019 school year will Student body: 480 5515 Franklin Ave. 1889. Ivanhoe’s community of students, Foundation. ESY is working to transform be available October 2, 2017. Public or private: Public Los Angeles, CA 90028 educators, and parents prides itself on an the way children think about food, farm- Tours: School tours are held October (323) 461-3651 excellent academic record, active involve- ing, and the environment. Admissions to Los Angeles River High School through March. Please contact the school www.immaculateheart.org ment, and a strong sense of neighborhood Larchmont Charter are by lottery with ap- 2050 San Fernando Rd. for dates. Grades: 6-12 spirit. The Common Core curriculum is plications typically available in October. Los Angeles, CA 90065 Public or private: Private supplemented by programs in technology, (323) 276-5535 Los Feliz Charter School for the Arts is High School Enrollment: 475 arts and music, and physical education. Los Angeles County High School www.lariverschool.com an innovative, public elementary school Middle School Enrollment: 208 Ivanhoe’s G.A.T.E. program provides for the Arts Grades: 9-12 serving a socio-economically, ethni- Tuition: $15,900 differentiated learning for high achievers. LACHSA (Building #20) Public or private: Public cally, and linguistically diverse student Tours: Student Shadow Visits arranged by Ivanhoe is also popular for events like the 5151 State University Dr. Located in Northeast L.A. in the vicin- population. Child-centered and project- contacting Admissions Office. Academic annual October Ivanhoedown. Los Angeles, CA 90032 ity of Cypress Park, Glassell Park, and based, LFCSA embraces learning in and Playday for 8th Graders is November 4, 2017 at 9:00 a.m. The Middle School John Marshall High School Open House is December 2, 2017 at 1:00 3939 Tracy St. p.m. The High School Open House is Los Angeles, CA 90039 December 3, 2017 at 1:00 p.m. (323) 671-1400 www.johnmarshallhs.org A neighborhood fixture since 1906, Im- Grades: 9-12 The Oaks maculate Heart is a private, Catholic, Student body: 2,700 college preparatory school for girls. The Public or private: Public school recently launched its 112th year with a remodeled library learning center John Marshall High School first opened featuring additional classrooms and a its doors on January 26, 1931. Today, it School technology center. Immaculate Heart is is a comprehensive high school with an committed to the intellectual, spiritual, enrollment of over 2,500 students from An Intelligent Mind, and social development of young women. Los Feliz, Silver Lake, Atwater Village, The hillside campus, located near Griffith East Hollywood, and surrounding areas. A Skilled Hand, Park, welcomes a student body of Marshall provides a thriving academic, And a Compassionate geographic, ethnic and religious diversity. social, and athletic environment for Immaculate Heart’s challenging academic teens. The school consists of: Marshall Heart curriculum includes 14 honors classes Liberal Arts (MLA); Highly Gifted Magnet and 18 Advanced Placement courses, (HGM); School for Advanced Studies including the new two-year AP Capstone (SAS); and School for Environmental course. Its Catholic identity is rooted in Studies (SES). There are also dozens of A progressive, independent K-6 elementary school in Hollywood. service to others, and last year students student-run clubs from Basketball Girls contributed more than 14,000 hours of and Gay Straight Alliance to Habitat for community service. Additionally, students Humanity. Marshall was one of 13 L.A. participate in retreats and liturgies, the- Unified schools named a Gold Ribbon atre, visual arts, and more than 30 clubs. Award winner in 2017. CAMPUS TOURS The school also offers a competitive We invite you to experience a glimpse of the daily life in The Oaks sports program with teams in basketball, Larchmont Charter Schools community. Campus Tours begin at 9:30 a.m. cross country, diving, equestrian, soccer, www.larchmontcharter.org softball, swimming, tennis, track, and Grades: K-12 volleyball. Public or private: Public October 5 October 11 Tours: Tours take place during late fall Immaculate Heart of Mary and winter. Contact the school for dates. October 19 October 25 Elementary School November 2 November 8 1055 North Alexandria Ave. Four Campuses: Los Angeles, CA 90029 November 16 November 29 Fairfax (Grades TK-4) (323) 663-4611 December 7 1265 N. Fairfax St. www.ihmla.org West Hollywood, CA 90046 Grades: K-8 (323) 656-6418 Student body: 198 6817 Franklin Avenue | Hollywood| CA 90028 Public or private: Private Hollygrove (Grades TK-4) (323) 850-3755 | [email protected] | OaksSchool.org Tuition: $3,795-$4,895 plus reg. fees. 815 N. El Centro Ave. For over 90 years, Immaculate Heart Los Angeles, CA 90038

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through the arts. Students participate Public or private: Private Angeles was established in 1978 and has Grades: 9-12 cates.” At the core of their philosophy is in a non-traditional “constructivist Tuition: $20,490-$20,585 evolved to include the campuses listed Student body: 400 an education that provides breadth and environment” where teachers act as Tours: 8th Grade Visitors’ Day is Novem- above, plus Orange County and Tarzana, Public or private: Private depth within an intimate setting. Modern “facilitators of learning rather than givers ber 10, 2017 at 8:30 a.m. Parent Night is serving over 1,000 students. A bilingual Tuition: $34,650-$35,250 language, theology, and visual/perform- of information.” Arts integration takes November 2, 2017 at 7:00 p.m. Deadline French-American school, LILA is commit- Tours: Tour dates are available October ing arts are part of the curriculum along place through daily projects, artist-in- for applications: January 10, 2018 ted to academic excellence in an intimate through December. An Open House is with basics like history, science, and residence programs, and special events and international environment that encour- scheduled for Sunday, November 19, math. There is a heavy focus on technol- like the Invention Convention. Enrollment Founded in 1865, Loyola is the oldest ages personal initiative, creativity and 2017. Contact the school to RSVP. ogy as well. Every student receives a is decided by a lottery that takes place in continuously run educational institu- curiosity. Students are challenged through Established in 1923, Marymount High brand new MacBook Pro that is hers to early spring. tion in Southern California. The Catholic a rigorous and well-balanced bilingual School is a Catholic, all-girls school keep during her time at Marymount. The Jesuit college preparatory school for curriculum promoted by the French and devoted to educating, empowering, and school has a Makerspace and Digital Los Feliz STEMM Magnet young men mirrors the racial, ethnic, International Baccalaureate institutions. preparing young women to be “confident Filmmaking program to encourage Science, Technology, Engineering, and socioeconomic diversity of greater girls, ethical leaders, and global advo- creation, along with leadership initiatives, Mathematics & Medicine Los Angeles. Loyola is committed to the Marlborough School 1740 N. New Hampshire Ave. development of the whole person through 250 South Rossmore Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90027 a challenging educational experience of Los Angeles, CA 90004 (323) 663-0674 academic, co-curricular, and religious op- (323) 935-1147 https://lfe-lausd-ca.schoolloop.com portunities. Loyola prepares young men www.marlboroughschool.org Setting up our students to be Grades: K-5 “to create a world of justice, peace, truth, Grades: 7-12 Student body: 430 and love” and to leave the school ready Student body: 530 OUTSTANDING Public or private: Public “for lives of leadership.” Public or private: Private Tuition: $39,750 plus additional fees This elementary magnet school located in Lycee International of Los Angeles Tours: Grade 7/8 Open House takes place the heart of Los Feliz is dedicated to pre- (LILA) October 21, 2017 at 9:00 a.m. Grades paring students for college and beyond www.lilaschool.com 9-12 Open House is November 15, 2017 through innovation, inquiry, collaboration, Grades: Preschool-12 at 6:30 p.m. Reservations are required. and creative problem-solving. A philoso- Public or private: Private Shadow days are available by reservation. phy of lifelong learning and an apprecia- Tuition: $18,800-$21,000 with addt’l fees Interviews are required of all applicants. tion for cultural diversity are at its core. Tours: Contact the school to book a tour. Teachers are trained in STEMM education Founded in 1889, Marlborough is an that emphasizes science, technology, Los Feliz independent, urban day school for young engineering, math and medicine. The 4155 Russell Ave. women nestled in the heart of Larchmont school is a 1:1 technology school mean- Los Angeles, CA 90027 Village. Its staff is committed to delivering • Fully accredited by the Western Association ing every student has an iPad. Kids also (323) 665-4526 a superior college preparatory education in of Schools and Colleges and the Western receive arts education and participate in Grades: Preschool-5 an environment imbued with high ethical Catholic Education Association. service projects. Los Feliz STEMM also values. Among the offerings: an average Pasadena • Transitional Kindergarten – 8th Grade participates in Project Lead the Way, “an 30 N. Marion Ave. class size of 13; 93 advanced placement innovative program that uses an activity-, Pasadena, CA 91106 and honors classes; over 50 student clubs • Small class sizes for individual attention project-, and problem-based curriculum Grades: Preschool-5 and interest groups; 34 athletic teams; and • All New iPad Program to help students develop the skills needed a recent $27-million improvement to its to succeed in our global economy.” Burbank sports facilities, including a new aquatics • Hands-on STEM activities 1105 W. Riverside Dr. center, expanded sports field, fitness • Affordable family tuition plans Loyola High School Burbank, CA 91506 center, and tennis courts. 1901 Venice Blvd. (818) 900-1895 • Before and After-school Programs Los Angeles, CA 90006 Grades: 6-12 Marymount High School (213) 381-5121 10643 Sunset Blvd. Now Enrolling – call for a tour or more information www.loyolahs.edu One school, five campuses, or as their Los Angeles, CA 90077 Grades: 9-12 website welcomes you, “une école, cinque (310) 472-1205 323.663.2064 | holytrinityla.com Student body: 1,230 campus,” the International School of Los www.mhs-la.org Re a d y. Set. Enroll.

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arts, spiritual life, and athletics. 64% of Public or private: Private the student body is Catholic with the Tuition: $21,278 plus new student fees remainder representing over 15 different Tours: Contact the school to reserve a faiths. Class sizes are small (on average spot on an upcoming tour. 14) and the student-teacher ratio is 8:1. Admissions: Application deadline is 20 Advanced Placement and 27 Honors January 19, 2018 for Grades K-8 courses are offered and 75% of the students are enrolled in them. Graduates Mayfield school has been around since have a 100% acceptance rate to 4-year 1931, inviting students to its 5-acre colleges and universities. Pasadena campus. Guided by a Catholic heritage and a commitment to spiritual Mayberry Street Elementary School goals, the school’s academic and extra- 2414 Mayberry St. curricular programs encourage achieve- Los Angeles, CA 90026 ment while emphasizing participation, (213) 413-3420 excellence, and good character. The http://www.mayberrystreetelemen- average class size is 18 and the campus taryschool.org includes a performing arts center, athletic Grades: TK-6, Dual Language K-2, 3rd in field, and chapel. 2018-2019 Student body: 300 Micheltorena Street Elementary Public or private: Public School Tours: Contact the school for Thursday 1511 Micheltorena St. tour dates. On October 12, 2017, the school Los Angeles, CA 90026 hosts STEM Night at 5 p.m. On October 26, (323) 661-2125 2017 at 1 p.m. visitors can see the school www.micheltorena.org along with dance partner, DIAVOLO. Grades: Pre K-5 GROW WITH US. Student body: 330 Nestled in a quiet, residential area, Public or private: Public An awesome neighborhood school is located right in the heart Mayberry is a school with a strong sense Tours: Principal-led tours occur most of Atwater Village. Glenfeliz Blvd. Elementary has been designated Glenfeliz Blvd. of community, claiming it “may be the months. To sign up, contact a School for Advanced Studies in Farm to Table Gardening and Elementary School best-kept secret in Silver Lake and Echo [email protected] or Culinary Arts. This innovative program is the first of its kind in School for Advanced Studies Park.” Among the community partner- (323) 834-8687. the Los Angeles Unified School District. Our students learn Math, 3955 Glenfeliz Blvd. • (323) 666 -1431 ships are theater with both Spirit Series English and Science organically through hands on activities. and Theater West, Dance with DIAVOLO, A neighborhood fixture dedicated to local Karen Sulahian, Principal Barnsdall Arts, Gardening with Enrich students for over 110 years, Micheltorena Schedule a tour today. We’d love to welcome you to Glenfeliz! glenfeliz.com LA, and Wildwoods Foundation’s Full is focused on serving a diverse student Circle, a nature-based community-build- body and building 21st-century learning ing program. Mayberry offers a Spanish skills. Their popular English/Spanish Dual Dual Language Program in Grades K-2 as Language program offers 50% instruction well as regular programs in TK-6th Grade. in each language daily. The school also provides special programs in the arts, Mayfield Junior School of the orchestra, and accelerated reading, along Holy Child Jesus with a fully integrated social/emotional 405 South Euclid Ave. curriculum focused on building a “Posi- Pasadena, CA 91101 tive Culture.” (626) 796-2774 www.mayfieldjs.org Notre Dame High School Grades: K-8 13645 Riverside Dr. Advertise in the Los Feliz Ledger (323) 741-0019 Student body: 515 Sherman Oaks, CA 91423

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(818) 933-3600 Open House is scheduled for December 5, Oakwood Secondary School A fixture in the heart of Los Feliz, OMGC Gabriel Mountains, Pasadena Waldorf www.ndhs.org 2017 at 6:30 p.m. 11600 Magnolia Blvd. School sits at the corner of Hillhurst offers hands-on learning and a rigorous Grades: 9-12 North Hollywood, CA 91601 and Ambrose. Started in 1933, the academics and arts curriculum. The Student body: 1,198 The Oaks is a progressive and intimate (818) 752-4400 coed Catholic school educates with an Waldorf philosophy is based on that of Public or private: Private learning center located in the heart of emphasis on Christian values and the Rudolf Steiner, a visionary philosopher, Tuition: $15,600 plus additional fees. Hollywood. The curriculum is designed to Oakwood School is an independent K-12 pillars of Faith, Academic Excellence, and scientist, and teacher. It “cultivates the Books and uniforms are not included. promote growth in all areas—intellectual, school founded in 1951 by a group of par- Stewardship. OMGC has a highly-involved child’s unfolding and awakening intel- Tour: 8th Grade visit Days are held artistic, social, emotional and physical. ents who wanted to provide their children student body and an average class size of lectual, physical, and emotional capaci- throughout the fall. Check the website for Smaller class sizes and flexible teaching with “an educational experience that was 13. In addition to daily religious activities, ties” starting in the Lower School where dates. An Open House is scheduled for strategies address each student’s learn- rich in the arts, sciences, and humani- children participate in music, art, technol- kids are exposed to everything from Sunday, November 19, 2017 at 10:00 a.m. ing style and personal development. The ties and challenging to their creative ogy, athletics, and Spanish. woodworking to Japanese language. The school also boasts a thriving Art & Maker and intellectual capacities.” The school high school, resting on 3.5 acres, offers “a Notre Dame is a Catholic, coed secondary program with woodworking, coding, and facilities, in two nearby locations, include Pasadena Waldorf college- and life-preparatory education.” school offering a college preparatory ceramics, along with a Music & Drama 7 science labs, 7 art studios, 3 computer www.pasadenawaldorf.org High school classes take weeklong trips curriculum with honors and advanced program and P.E. highlights like skate- labs, 20 3D printers, and a 100% green Grades: Preschool-12 each year, usually tied to the science placement courses in art, English, foreign boarding, circus, and yoga. play facility used by K-6 students. For Student body: 260 curriculum. languages, mathematics, science and high school students, international Public or private: Private social studies. Notre Dame strives to pro- Oakwood School learning trips are offered to locations like Tuition: $13,100-$25,380 with addt’l fees. Pilgrim School vide each student with a rich academic www.oakwoodschool.org Bangladesh, Italy, Spain, and China. Tours: Contact the school offices to book 540 South Commonwealth Ave. background, an appropriate sense of self, Grades: K-12 a tour. Los Angeles, CA 90020 an opportunity for growth, and a commit- Student body: 784 Our Mother of Good Counsel School (213) 385-7351 ment to family, community, nation and Public or private: Private 4622 Ambrose Ave. Lower School: www.pilgrim-school.org world. Students are required to complete Tuition: $33,195-$38,925, plus additional Los Angeles, CA 90027 209 E. Mariposa St. Grades: Pre-K-12 100 hours of community service by fees for new students and activities (323) 664-2131 Altadena, CA 91001 Student body: 407 graduation. Notre Dame also has a thriv- Tours: Tours take place throughout the www.omgcschool.org (626) 794-9564 Public or private: Private ing athletic program and boasts a number fall. See website for dates. The Second- Grades: K-8 High School: Tuition: $19,300-$32,090, plus additional of state and national championships. ary school will hold two special events: Student body: 135 536 E Mendocino St. fees for new students “Oakwood School and the 21st Century Public or private: Private Altadena, CA 91001 Tours: Fall Open Houses will be held on The Oaks School Girl” on January 21, 2018 at 9:00 a.m. Tuition: $5,900 (626) 204-0786 October 28, 2017. Contact the school for 6817 Franklin Ave. and “Understanding Diversity, Equity & Tours: Contact the school office to ar- times. Hollywood, CA 90028 Inclusion at Oakwood” on February 6, range a tour. Nestled in the foothills of the San (323) 850-3755 2018 at 6:00 p.m. www.oaksschool.org Applications: Elementary applications are Grades: K-6 due January 5, 2018. Secondary applica- Student body: 157 tions are due December 15, 2017. Public or private: Private Tuition: $25,592 plus additional fees for Oakwood Elementary School new students 11230 Moorpark St. Tours: Morning tours are held throughout North Hollywood, CA 91602 the fall. See the website for dates. An (818) 752-4444 Safe Rides for Kids & Teens Carpools & single rides with fully-vetted, ﬁngerprinted drivers

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A true “city school” with all of Los Ange- U.S. schools that excel at using the arts dents auditioning in February. Millikan’s consider to be one of the most beautiful model. Students participate in STEM/ les as its classroom, Pilgrim is cradled in to teach STEM (Science, Technology, Cinematic Arts Academy (CAAM), which in Los Angeles. With a student body STREAM learning blocks each week with Wilshire Center and takes full advantage Engineering and Math). The after-school launched in 2012, is a three-year 6th-8th of around 300, St. Brendan offers an lessons centered on solving problems of city sites like the California Science Conservatory gives students a chance to grade advanced filmmaking program academically-challenging curriculum using critical thinking and creativity. Daily Center, Disney Music Hall, Chinatown, participate in daily orchestra, choir, and that Los Angeles Magazine dubbed “one within a vibrant and nurturing faith-based prayer, Friday Mass, sports, music, and MoCA, and more. The coed school is eth- dance rehearsals to further hone their of the best film programs in the country.” environment that focuses on developing art are among the other things rounding nically and culturally diverse, and offers a skills. Millikan’s Math Academy is a 3-year “al- Christian values. The school caters to the out an SFA education. traditional college-preparatory curriculum ternate accelerated” curriculum exposing multi-cultural people of its parish and that emphasizes critical thinking at all Ribét Academy students to all high-honors courses. includes after-school clubs (offerings St. James’ Episcopal Day School levels. There is also a focus on visual 2911 N San Fernando Rd. range from ballet and chess to cooking 625 South St. Andrews Pl. arts, ceramics, dance, and theater, along Los Angeles, CA 90065 St. Brendan Catholic School and LEGO Robotics), along with CYO Los Angeles, CA 90005 with a robust athletics program. (323) 344-4330 238 S. Manhattan Pl. sports teams including golf, flag football, (213) 382-2315 www.ribetacademy.com Los Angeles, CA 90004 basketball, track, and volleyball. www.sjsla.org Polytechnic School Grades: Pre K-12 (213) 382-7401 Grades: Pre-K-6 1030 E. California Blvd. Public or private: Private www.stbrendanschool.com St. Francis of Assisi School Student body: 370 Pasadena, CA 91106 Tuition: $9,900-$15,400, plus additional Grades: K-8 1550 Maltman Ave. Public or private: Private (626) 396-6300 fees and higher prices for international Student body: 300 Los Angeles, CA 90026 Tuition: $17,590-$22,710 plus additional www.polytechnic.org students Public or private: Private (323) 665-3601 fees Grades: K-12 Tours: Visitation days are held every Tuition: Call the office for tuition informa- www.stfrancisla.com Tours: Visits are by appointment only. Public or private: Private Wednesday at 9:00 a.m. RSVPs are tion. Grades: TK-8 K-6th applications for the 2018–2019 Tuition: $27,500-$36,100 with additional required. Tours: Tours take place the second Thurs- Public or private: Private school year are due on Friday, December fees day of each month at 11:00 a.m. with Tuition: $3605 per month with addt’l fees 1, 2017. Applications: Contact the school for Open Located on a 9-acre campus, Ribét’s an Open House scheduled for Sunday, House dates. Deadline for K-5 applica- six-story main building houses its K-12 January 28, 2018. Parents of prospec- Located on the edge of Silver Lake, Established in 1968 and located in LA’s tions is December 15, 2017. Deadline for schools. Students also have access to tive kindergarteners can also attend a adjacent to Filipino Town and Echo Mid-Wilshire area, St. James’ prides itself Middle and Upper school applications dance studios, a courtroom, photography Kindergarten Tea on January 17, 2018. Park, Saint Francis of Assisi School on a rich, ethnically-diverse student body is January 12, 2018 and art studios, and science labs includ- Registration for the 2018-19 school year has been serving Los Angeles students and “stimulating, rigorous, and developing “Southern California’s largest marine is January 28 through February 9, 2018. since 1937. SFA’s mission and teaching mentally appropriate education.” With an Polytechnic houses over 25 buildings set biology lab.” Ribét offers an engaging philosophy are based around indi- average class size of 22, teachers work to on 15 sprawling acres in Pasadena. The curriculum and superior instruction with a St. Brendan is a coed Catholic school vidualized instruction and innovation, develop a capacity for learning in a nur- nationally-recognized facility has been focus on the Six Pillars: Trustworthiness, nestled alongside a church that many employing a Multiage STREAM learning turing environment where students are educating K-12 kids since 1907. The Respect, Responsibility, Fairness, Caring, word “polytechnic” literally means “many and Citizenship. 100% of graduating arts” and the school’s philosophy and seniors are accepted to college, including curriculum reflect that. Learning is coor- top schools like Stanford, Cornell, and dinated across all grades and evolves to Duke. match students’ developmental needs at every stage. Challenging academics are Robert A. Millikan Affiliated Charter augmented by athletics (student partici- Middle School, Performing Arts pation is 82%), outdoor education, arts, Magnet and Math Academy and global programming. The school also 5041 Sunnyslope Ave. hosts speakers, film series, book clubs, Sherman Oaks, CA 91423 and popular events like the 100-year-old (818) 528-1600 Poly Pet and Hobby Show. www.millikanmiddleschool.org Grades: 6-8 Renaissance Arts Academy Student body: 2,100 2558 N. San Fernando Rd. Public or private: Public Charter Los Angeles, CA 90065 Tours: Sign up for tours on the school (323) 259-5700 website. Spaces are limited. Applications www.renarts.org are available on October 2, 2017. Deadline Grades: 6-12 for applications is January 31, 2018. Non- Student body: 320 resident students must obtain a permit to Public or private: Public Charter attend by completing a separate applica- Tours: Tours are scheduled for February tion to the Charter Lottery. 8, March 7, and March 19, 2018 at 6:00 p.m. Applications for the 2017-18 school Millikan was one of 13 L.A. Unified year must be delivered to the RenArts schools named a Gold Ribbon Award office by Monday, April 23, 2018. A lottery winner in 2017 in recognition of their will be held on April 26, 2018 at 6:00pm. success in implementing rigorous new RJM Financial Group is Your Neighborhood Financial Advisor academic and performance standards. RenArts was founded in 2002 in response For over 50 years, Millikan has been to a shortage of tuition-free arts training dedicated to producing creative, self- for kids of all backgrounds. The school motivated learners through academic offers rigorous academics, collaborative excellence and character development. Inspired learning. Fearless curiosity. Preschool through sixth grade. small-group instruction, and profes- The Performing Arts Magnet is located sionally-guided music and performing on the regular school campus with ac- arts training. It was recognized in 2015 cess to activities shared by the whole by the President’s Committee on the school. It offers drama, dance, vocal and Where a thirst for knowledge is Arts and the Humanities as one of eight instrumental music with prospective stu- met with a passion for teaching.

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encouraged to explore, work collabora- committed to education that “chal- Public or private: Private mind, heart, and a Jewish values-based place October 12 and 13, 2017 and March tively, and contribute to the community. lenges the mind, nurtures the heart, and Tuition: Approximately $21,000 perspective. TIOH also offers an Israel 22, 2018. St. James also offers Spanish, dance, celebrates human dignity.” Students are Tours: Tours are scheduled for October 19 curriculum that spans all the grades, be- theater, and visual arts. 4th-6th graders grouped into seven multi-age classes and November 9, 2017, and January 11, ginning in kindergarten, and culminates Founded in 1924, Third Street has earned do out-of-town, multi-night trips within spanning kindergarten through eighth 2018. An Open House will take place on with a sixth grade trip to Israel. a reputation as one of the most respected California that are included in tuition. grade and challenged to be creative, January 23, 2018. public elementary schools in LAUSD. idealistic and practical both in the class- Third Street Elementary School Nestled in Hancock Park, it was chosen St. Teresa of Avila School room and in the community. Sequoyah “Ambitious minds. Illuminated hearts. 201 South June St. as “one of the 60 great elementary 2215 Fargo St. offers an Indexed Tuition program where Creative spirits. Compassionate souls.” Los Angeles, CA 90004 schools you should know about—public Los Angeles, CA 90039 families pay rates based on their financial These are all part of the mission state- (323) 939-8337 or private” by Los Angeles Magazine. The (323) 662-3777 means. ment at Temple Israel of Hollywood, a www.thirdstreetschool.com school provides high-level academics, a www.stapanthers.org private elementary school that provides Grades: K-5 Korean dual-language program, strong Grades: TK-8 Stratford School students with a dynamic education Student body: 700 community connections, and extensive Public or private: Private 1200 North Cahuenga Blvd. designed to serve the whole child. The Public or private: Public parental involvement. It also boasts a Tuition: $355 per month Los Angeles, CA 90038 curriculum nurtures development of the Tours: Prospective parent meetings take state-of-the-art Macintosh Lab that pro- Tours: School tours are available upon (323) 962-3075 request throughout the year. Open houses www.stratfordschools.com are held in January. Grades: Preschool–8th Public or private: Private Established in 1949, St. Teresa of Avila Tuition: Full-Day Kindergarten $18,960; Find out what Prep has to offer! is a place where “faith meets learning.” Elementary $22,040; Middle School The parochial school is committed to $27,420. teaching, modeling and helping others Tours: Personalized tours are offered with a curriculum that includes Religion, throughout the year. Call the school to Family Life, Mathematics, Language Arts, schedule. Social Studies, Science, Health, Music, Art and Physical Education. The school Stratford provides a competitive educa- welcomes Catholic families as well as tion where children are inspired to be non-Catholics who value a faith-based creative 21st-century problem solvers, Christian education. Priority admission innovators, and leaders. The curriculum is given to members of the St. Teresa of emphasizes STEAM (Science, Technology, Avila parish. Engineering, Arts, Mathematics) along with music, physical education, foreign School of History and Dramatic Arts language, and social skills. Students are 2050 San Fernando Rd. encouraged to participate in leadership, Los Angeles, CA 90065 community service, and extracurricular (323) 276-5500 activities with an overall goal to prepare http://www.sohda.org them for admission to competitive high Grades: 9-12 schools and colleges. Student body: 310 Public or private: Public Studio Middle School 2050 San Fernando Rd. Ranked by Newsweek as one of the top Los Angeles, CA 90065 500 high schools in America, SoHDA is a (323) 225-4542 OPEN place “where academics meet the arts.” www.studioschoolla.org @ Flintridge Prep Located in Glassell Park, the School of Grades: 6-8 Sunday, December 4 History and Dramatic Arts implements a Student body: 270 HOUSE FLINTRIDGE thematic, interdisciplinary, project-based Public or private: Public 2:00 - 4:00PM PREPA RATORY approach, facilitating creative expression. 2017 SCHOOL An in-depth study of history develops an Located in Glassell Park, Studio is an arts- expansive perspective that encourages focused 6-8th school dedicated to inspiring local action and global citizenship. Elec- students to strive for academic and creative tive paths are offered in Arts, Media, and excellence. The unique curriculum seeks to REGISTER ONLINE: ﬂintridgeprep.org/open-house-2017 Entertainment Industry. advance the learning and emotional skills that students need to handle Sequoyah School 21st century challenges with integrity, 535 S. Pasadena Ave. discipline, compassion and cour- Pasadena, CA 91105 age. In the past, the school has organized Coed • Grades 7-12 • 4543 Crown Avenue, La Cañada Flintridge, CA 91011 (626) 795-4351 bi-annual showcases of students’ artistic www.sequoyahschool.org work and taken students on field trips Grades: K-8 throughout Los Angeles. Extra-curricular Student body: 250 offerings include Robotics, Violin, Drama, Public or private: Private and Hip-Hop. Tuition: $25,500, plus additional fees Temple Israel of Hollywood Tours: Tours are offered from October 7300 Hollywood Blvd. through January. Register online. Los Angeles, CA 90046 (323) 876-8330 x4005 “Hands-on. Minds-on. Real Learning.” www.tiohdayschool.org Thus is the driving philosophy at this Grades: K-6 progressive school founded in 1958 and Student body: 220

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vides students access to laptops, iPads, Public or private: Private Grades: 4-12 include humanities, mathematics, science Public or private: Public laser printers, and more. Tuition: $13,580-$21,709 Student body: 500 and technology, fine and performing Tours: Tours are available on select Public or private: Private arts and physical education. Westridge Nestled in LA’s Koreatown neighbor- Thomas Starr King Middle School Wednesday mornings from mid-October Tuition: $26,970-$34,900 is committed to a diverse learning hood, Wilton Place Elementary is a 4201 Fountain Ave. through January. Contact the school to Applications: Deadline to apply for Fall community with 1 in 3 students receiv- California Distinguished School that Los Angeles, CA 90029 schedule. 2018 is January 9, 2018. ing financial aid. The school motto is offers dual-language programs in both (323) 644-6700 “Surgere Tentamus,” which means, “We Korean and Spanish. It is the only K-5 www.kingms.org Walden School was founded in 1970 as a “We know girls change the world,” Pasa- strive to rise.” school in the district to do so. The Grades: 6-8 non-profit, independent, coeducational, dena’s historic Westridge School states school provides a standards-based Student body: 2,000 elementary school with a Montessori on their website. The progressive and Wilton Place Elementary School program that nurtures bilingual and bi- Public or private: Public base and multi-age classrooms. Today, highly-respected girls’ school, founded 745 S. Wilton Pl. cultural students proficient in language the Pasadena campus includes an art in 1913, is committed to “goodness in all Los Angeles, CA 90005 arts, math, and history. There is also an Thomas Starr King has been educating studio, science and tech labs, a 9,000-vol- aspects of life and learning.” Students (213) 389-1181 emphasis on the arts with focus on four Los Angeles students since 1926 and ume library, and outdoor play areas. Stu- are encouraged through an intellectually https://wiltonplacees-lausd-ca.school- disciplines: visual arts, dance, drama, transitioned to an all-magnet school in dents are guided by a set of Agreements engaging and challenging curriculum loop.com and instrumental music. 2013. The Title I school is comprised of that shape relationships, exchanges, focused on college and beyond. Studies Grades: K-5 three magnets: Gifted/High Ability Arts & and the larger community. “I try to keep Technology; Environmental STEAM; and myself and others safe” and “I respect my Film & Media. While providing a themed environment and all the living things in it” curriculum, each magnet offers a challeng- are on the list generated by students and ing, high-quality education that fosters re- staff. Walden’s curriculum includes a cre- spect, responsibility, and leadership. Over ative array from dance, visual arts, music 50% Latino, the student body speaks over and storytelling, to technology, science, 30 languages and comes from more than Singapore Math, and Spanish. 40 countries. King also boasts a thriving edible garden, student-curated art gallery, The Waverly School and nationally-ranked drill team. (626) 792-5940 www.thewaverlyschool.org Turning Point School 8780 National Blvd. Elementary School Culver City, CA 90232 67 West Bellevue Dr. (310) 841-2505 Pasadena, CA 91105 www.turningpointschool.org Middle School Grades: Preschool-8 396 South Pasadena Ave. Student body: 350 Pasadena, CA 91105 Public or private: Private High School Tuition: $24,895-$32,032 with addt’l fees 108 Waverly Dr. Tours: Tours are available throughout Pasadena, CA 91105 the fall. Please contact the school to schedule. A Middle School Open House Grades: YK-12 is on Thursday, November 16, 2017 at Student body: 326 6:00 p.m. Public or private: Private Tuition: $14,796-$26,940 Culver City’s Turning Point School is an Tours: Separate tours are held for el- independent, coed day school offering ementary, middle and high school and run a rigorous academic program and “the October through January. Register on the freedom that guides each child through school website. The Middle School Open the many academic, emotional, creative, House is on Thursday, January 25, 2018 physical, social, and ethical turning at 7:00 p.m. The High School Open House points the primary, elementary and is on Wednesday, January 17, 2018 at middle school years present.” Language 7:00 p.m. RSVP is required. arts, mathematics, and social science are taught in community-focused Based on the work of Jean Piaget and elementary classrooms, in addition to John Dewey, Waverly is a progressive specialty instruction in athletics, library, school with a reputation for cultivating music, Spanish, technology, and visual a passion for learning and a respect for and performing arts. The middle school others in children of all ages. Students curriculum also incorporates Humanities, from age 3+ to 18 develop skills in mathe- World Language, Theater Arts, Commu- matics, reading, writing, and critical think- nity Leadership, and Athletics, along with ing, while also learning an appreciation a host of electives from coding to speech for the arts, humanities, and sciences. and debate. Waverly is spread over three campuses and includes a one-acre organic farm Walden School within walking distance. 74 S. San Gabriel Blvd. Pasadena, CA 91107 Westridge School IMMACULATE HEART (626) 792-6166 324 Madeline Dr. www.turningpointschool.org Pasadena, CA 91105 Grades: Pre-K-6 (626) 799-1153 A Private, Catholic, College Preparatory School For Girls Grades 6-12 Student body: 216 www.westridge.org

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