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News, updates, & resources 10/23/2023 - Families

In the Spotlight

Robotics Competitions! VEX IQ Challenges 2023- 2024 Season Launch!

Students from Nimitz Middle School, Gage Middle School, and Walnut Park Middle School SJ gathered amongst other Region East elementary and middle schools at Maywood Center for Enriched Studies on Friday October 6th to participate in the season launch of the 2023-2024 VEX IQ Challenge. It was an exciting start to the robotics season, showcasing innovation, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.

Our elementary schools represented and competed at the South Gate High School VEX IQ League on Wednesday October 18th. Middleton Jaguars, Walnut Park Tigers, Hope Street and the San Antonio Dolphins.....NOT FINISHED.

VEX IQ @ MaCES - Middle Schools

VEX IQ @ South Gate High School - Elementary Schools

Opportunities for Learning

Families

Unleashing Brilliance: Making your child a competitive college applicant

Have you ever wondered how to help your child be a competitive 4-year college applicant?

What do college admissions counselors look for in a college application?

Learn the recipe for preparation and application: GPA + track record of meaningful activities + unique essay = YOUR child’s college application

Tuesday, October 24, 2023, 4:30 to 6:00 p.m.

Region East Offices

PLC Room, 1st Floor

2151 N Soto St, Los Angeles, CA 90032

Zoom option for out-of-area Families: https://lausd.zoom.us/j/82374152102

English Learner Advisory Committee (ELAC) & School Site Council (SSC) Membership Training

English Learner Advisory Committee and School Site Council members!

You're invited to an informative session where you'll delve into your roles and responsibilities. Get ready to explore exciting topics, including the School Plan for Student Achievement, School Budget, and Robert's Rules of Order (SPSA).

In Person*

9:00 a.m. -12:00 p.m.

Saturday, November 4, 2023

John Liechty Middle School

650 S. Union Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90017

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Students

JOIN US FOR 3 DAYS OF FUN & LEARNING December 18-20, 2023

Taking place from December 18-20, 2023, the Winter Academy provides students with the opportunity to explore important enriching concepts and receive additional individualized academic instruction with the support of a teacher.

You may register your student via enroll.lausd.net or at your child’s school of regular attendance beginning on October 16, 2023. Enrollment on the LAUSD enrollment portal ends on November 2, 2023. Students will receive their confirmation letters during the week of December 1.

To register or for more information, visit https://www.lausd.org/winteracademy

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Updates & Resources

Families

Adults may order four free test kits per household through COVIDtests.gov.

The tests will detect the currently circulating COVID-19 variants and are intended for use through the end of 2023. The kits will include instructions on how to verify extended expiration dates. Many kits have had their expiration dates extended beyond what may be printed on the packaging. Only go to COVIDtests.gov to order your free test kits from the federal government. When you click to order, you will be redirected to special.usps.com/testkits.

Dyslexia is a language-based disability that exists on a continuum and is characterized by difficulties in learning how to read fluently. Students with dyslexia can also experience difficulties with oral language, spelling, writing skills, and math computation. It is estimated that dyslexia affects as many as one in five individuals. In 2002, The International Dyslexia Association declared October National Dyslexia Awareness Month. The U.S. Senate passed a resolution declaring the same in 2015. The LAUSD Board of Education passed a resolution recognizing October as Dyslexia Awareness Month in 2016.

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