🐾 More than 140 families joined us for a fun-filled Family Field Trip Day at the L.A. Zoo—thanks to Quality Start Los Angeles! With free admission, carousel rides, and goodies like T-shirts and plush toys, the day was full of smiles, learning, and lasting memories. 📷

🔥 Worried about lead exposure from wildfires? For a limited time, the LA County Department of Public Health is offering FREE mobile blood lead testing for those who may be concerned about exposure to lead from the recent wildfires. 📅 Additional events will be added over the

🎉Quality Start Los Angeles (QSLA) is celebrating 10 years of uplifting early education across L.A. County! What began as a small initiative now supports over 1,200 programs — with Options for Learning proudly serving 105 sites. 🙌QSLA recently hosted a milestone event

🎬 Free screening: Disney’s “Snow White” Residents impacted by the Eaton Fire are invited to a special free screening of Disney’s “Snow White” today, April 6, at 3:30 p.m. at Landmark Theater, 673 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena. Presented by A Taste of Culture and L.E.A.P., the

🌱 Celebrating Earth Day, one seed at a time 🌎 Our students got their hands dirty planting seeds and prepping garden beds — learning how small actions can help our planet grow. 🌿🌼 At Options for Learning, we’re proud to grow future environmental stewards. 💚 #EarthDay2025

💙 In honor of Autism Awareness Month, students at our Olita school-age site spent the day learning, reflecting, and creating in support of inclusion. After watching a short film about autism, students engaged in meaningful discussion and explored visual materials to deepen

🎉 Join us for our Summer Kick-off Resource Fair! ☀️ 📅 Saturday, June 7 🕙 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. 📍 La Puente Park Bring the whole family for a free, fun-filled day of 🎨 interactive activities, 🎁 exciting raffles, and 🤝 access to valuable community resources — all in a friendly,

Here’s to more laughter, learning, and little victories in May! #GrowWithUs #WelcomeMay #OptionsForLearning

Enrolling now! 📢 Our before- and after-school programs support STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, and math) and Common Core through activities and materials provided for our students. School-aged children need activities, sports, and games that fit their age,

🦋 Celebrating AAPI Heritage Month this May! We honor the rich tapestry of Asian American and Pacific Islander histories, cultures, and contributions. At Option for Learning, we see daily how celebrating a variety of cultures and experiences builds stronger children, families,

Today, and every day, we honor you. Happy National Teacher Appreciation Day. 💛 #ThankATeacher #TeacherAppreciationDay #GratitudeInAction #OptionsForLearning #EveryDayHeroes

💛 This National Teacher Appreciation Week, we honor the lasting impact of our educators — like those at Rotary Park who helped Shawna, a single mom 💪, find support and hope. Her 4-year-old daughter is now reading 📚 and thriving, thanks to the care of dedicated teachers. To

To every child care provider and early educator — thank you for the love 💛, patience 🌱, and guidance 🧠 you give our little ones during their most important years. Your impact is lifelong 📚, and your work does not go unnoticed 👏. With heartfelt thanks from all of us at

🌸 Here's to you, Mom! To the moms who hold it all together — and still show up with love, strength, and a smile. To every mother, grandmother, foster parent, and caregiver in our community: You are the heart of it all. Today and every day, we honor your dedication, your

☀️ Ready to kick off summer with fun and resources? Join us at our Summer Kick-off Resource Fair — a free, family-friendly event open to the public! 🎉 📍 La Puente | Saturday, June 7 | 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 🎨 Games, prizes, community resources, info booths — and more! 📝 Have

🌟 ICYMI! During Teacher Appreciation Week, students from Options for Learning's site at Monterey Highlands Elementary School presented their amazing principals with flowerpots, heartfelt messages, and handmade posters full of love! 💐📚✨ A big thank-you to the incredible

🐝 Emery Park school-age students celebrated "The World of Insects" with a bug-tastic family night! From bee dances and fun facts to stunning insect costumes, students wowed families with their curiosity and creativity. A shout-out to Ms. Iliana, Ms. Martha, Ms. Adriana, and Ms.

🎉 Celebrating 60 years of impact! Since 1965, Head Start has reached more than 40 million children and families — opening doors to education, health, and opportunity. We’re honored to be part of this powerful legacy of learning and hope. #60YearsOfHeadStart #HeadStart60

📣 In observance of Memorial Day, all Options for Learning sites and offices will be closed Monday, May 26. Regular operations will resume on Tuesday, May 27. #MemorialDay #OptionsForLearning #ClosedNotice

🌟 Full-circle moment! 🌟 Maya Reyes, a former Options for Learning student, just graduated from Mark Keppel High School and is headed to college in London! 🇬🇧 But before she left, she made a special visit to her kindergarten teacher and Teacher Elaine On — two educators who