I have long been advocating for innovative new ways to increase access to early learning opportunities—and am thrilled that our Los Angeles Unified early ed centers are expanding income eligibility requirements so that more families qualify for enrollment. More details coming soon!

Lastly, LAUSD has more foster youth and students experiencing homelessness than the total population of 99% of school districts nationwide. As we see our most vulnerable student populations rising, so must our support services and resources expand to meet their needs.

We got a look at the kinds of support programs available to our foster youth/students experiencing homelessness—including academic support like tutoring, as well as basic needs like transportation, food, showers, clothing, laundry services, and short-term temporary housing.

Last year, LAUSD's student achievement numbers increased for every student group except for foster youth—so it's clear we need to do more to support our most vulnerable student populations and advocate for the resources we need to help every student reach their full potential.

Glad to see this bill become law and hope the rest of the state may soon follow Los Angeles Unified lead to support student learning and mental health by implementing cell-phone free school days! latimes.com/california/sto…

One year ago, the people of Israel experienced unspeakable violence and suffering at the hands of terrorists. As we remember this tragedy, let’s continue to work toward a future where both Israeli and Palestinian children can live in peace, safety, and dignity.

🎉 A huge thank you to the Nick Melvoin for endorsing Measures DD & LL! Your support moves us towards fair maps for LA City & LAUSD. Measures DD & LL aim to establish an independent redistricting commission, ensuring fair representation for all. Endorse: bit.ly/endorseddandll

Rest in peace, President Jimmy Carter. Not just the 39th President, but a lifelong advocate, humanitarian, Nobel Prize winner, and beloved family man to his kids, grandkids, and great-grandkids. Grateful for his career dedicated to public service and the legacy he leaves behind.

We are closely monitoring the #PalisadesFire to ensure the continued safety of nearby school communities. As of now: ◾️Palisades ES and Marquez ES students are currently relocating to Brentwood Science Magnet ◾️Revere MS students are currently relocating to University HS (1/2)

Topanga ES students had already been relocated to Woodland Hills Academy beginning this morning. Families, please continue to check for updated communications from your school communities for  details and more information as situation evolves. (2/2)

Los Angeles Unified Student Mental Health & Wellness Branch has activated Regional Crisis Response Teams to support our school communities impacted by the wildfires. We’re here for you.

Our unaffected Los Angeles Unified will reopen tomorrow. All schools in evac zones remain closed, and we are monitoring Roscomare/Community campuses closely, final decisions will be made soon regarding those schools.

LAUSD to provide 5 days of PTO, $500, free child care and more to employees who were relocated, evacuated or lost their home in the wildfires abc7.com/live-updates/s…

“Look for the helpers. You will always find people who are helping.” From our meal distributions to the Los Angeles Unified employees working 24/7 to prepare temporary sites for our damaged schools, I am immensely grateful to everyone finding ways to help our school communities in crisis.

In the midst of ongoing wildfires and uncertainty, Los Angeles Unified is here to support our families. As we begin reopening some of our schools tomorrow, we recognize the challenges many are facing. To help you through this difficult time, we’ve created the Family and Community Recovery

Protect yourself from wildfire smoke. Monitor air quality by ZIP code: AirNow.gov. Stay in & keep windows closed. Keep pets inside. If using A/C, keep the outdoor air intake closed & clean filters to keep smoke outdoors. Outside, wear a respirator mask (N95 or P100).

A Standing Ovation for Our Heroes.

Grateful to the communities @ Brentwood Science Magnet & Nora Sterry Elementary for stepping up to welcome students displaced by the Palisades fire & thanks to district staff for their hard work in preparing these campuses to provide safe, supportive spaces for learning & healing

One week after two of our schools were damaged in the Palisades Fire, I welcomed families to their new, temporary sites on nearby campuses. I'm so grateful to everyone who made it possible for Marquez Charter Elementary School palidolphins to stay together and begin to heal from this trauma.🙏