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Choosing a High School: San Marino or Pasadena High School


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proudmom8 March 16, 2012


I have an option of either of the two high schools. I know San Marino (SM) is thriving academically, but it is not very diverse (mostly Asian and... More » 

Moving to LA from NYC. Silver Lake/Echo Park schools?


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dzhyde February 2, 2012


Considering Franklin, Ivanhoe and Micheltorena. Opinions? Other schools to look at? Atwater? Clifford? Thanks!

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Shelli-Anne February 26, 2012


We have two children at Atwater Elementary (K-6) and absolutely love it. It's a small neighborhood school with a deep... More »

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doritSL March 8, 2012


my daughter loved her time at Micheltorena, she was there from k to 5th (last year. we are at King now. Also a great school).... More »

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LAUSD Seeks Input On Homework Policy


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MagnetMom March 6, 2012


Want to be heard by LAUSD on the proposed homework policy? Or ending social promotion? What about moving a passing grade from a "D"... More » 

Public School in Santa Monica - visit?


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FionaBryan February 29, 2012


Do people visit public schools? Would I just stop in or should I call first? We are considering a move to Santa Monica - my husband is actually... More » 

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MagnetMom March 1, 2012


Hi FionaBryan, You'd want to call ahead to tour the school. Most highly regarded schools are used to parents... More »

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We live in Fort Lauderdale Florida anad we will be moving to Los Angeles My older son goes to a Magnet Middle School how can...


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vmachare February 8, 2012


Moving from florida to los Angeles and looking for a good area to move with my family,with good schools

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MagnetMom February 9, 2012


Hi vmachare, Los Angeles is a very commute-driven city. Do you know where you'll be working yet? There... More »

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Year Round Schools


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starr2be2 February 2, 2012


We're moving some where in LA/OC area in April. My daughter starts K this coming year. Can anyone give me names of schools or areas that are... More » 

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starr2be2 February 3, 2012


Specifically I guess we are looking for a relatively safe neighborhood and a year round school. I guess Orange County... More »

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MagnetMom February 3, 2012


I understand why you're looking for them. In your case, they make sense. Unfortunately I'm not aware of any... More »

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LAUSD Partners with Donors Choose


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MagnetMom November 22, 2011


Soon LAUSD families will be receiving $15 gift cards to fund teacher driven projects on Donors Choose. Have you heard of this program?... More » 

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MagnetMom December 22, 2011


That's horrible, dorit. My daughter's school finally posted most of the teacher requests, and she was even able... More »

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MagnetMom February 2, 2012


So the cards are gone, the funding is gone, and many projects got funded. How did your school benefit from the program?... More »

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Small Class Size, Active Classroom? School suggestions needed, please!


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SmithFam15 January 30, 2012


We just had an IEP meeting for our 4th-grade son, and it was suggested that our dual immersion school might not be the best setting for him, as... More » 

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MagnetMom February 2, 2012


Hi SmithFam15, Have you looked at CHIME in the West Valley? You can read parent reviews here: http://www.greatschools.org/califo... More »

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LAUSD Proposes Allowing Families to Pick Schools


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MagnetMom January 10, 2012


Turning traditional zoned enrollment on its ear, today LAUSD will consider a proposal that will allow any student to attend any school regardless... More » 

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MagnetMom January 22, 2012


Hi katedmg, We'll know a lot more in three months when the superintendent presents his plan to the board. It... More »

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Caligirl12 January 28, 2012


I wonder how then they will accept children? Lottery? There is only one good elementary school in my area, so the demand... More »

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Saugus union school district - intra/inter district transfer


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miyer123 January 16, 2012


Hi, I am having a hard time finding after school care for my 1st grader. The neighborhood school (which is good) doesnt have childcare openings... More » 

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MagnetMom January 18, 2012


Hi miyer123, As you've seen, the schools with childcare openings can have long wait lists for that very reason.... More »

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