#SummerLearningWeek is in full swing! All of our 167 summer sites are actively engaged in programs that ensure our students return to school ready to succeed. A big thank you to our dedicated staff for creating a safe and fun environment for children throughout the summer!
LA’s BEST
Primary and Secondary Education
Los Angeles, California 2,263 followers
LA's BEST Afterschool Enrichment Program inspires and prepares children to create lives full of choices.
About us
LA’s BEST Afterschool Enrichment Program plays a vital role in the lives of more than 25,000 unique and talented elementary school students who come from neighborhoods with the fewest resources and the greatest needs. Every school day, from the time the school bell rings until 6pm, each LA’s BEST student receives a nutritious meal, help with their homework and the opportunity to participate in a wide array of enrichment activities. LA’s BEST engages children creatively, emotionally, intellectually and physically, empowering them to explore and discover the opportunities in their lives. We inspire and prepare children to create lives full of choices.
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https://lasbest.org/
External link for LA’s BEST
- Industry
- Primary and Secondary Education
- Company size
- 1,001-5,000 employees
- Headquarters
- Los Angeles, California
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1988
- Specialties
- Education, Non-profit, Afterschool programming, Health & Wellness, Literacy, STEM, Summer Learning, Sports, Social Emotional Learning, and Arts
Locations
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Office of the Mayor 200 N Spring St
M-120
Los Angeles, California 90012, US
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711 E 14th Pl
Los Angeles, California 90021, US
Employees at LA’s BEST
Updates
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We believe that students' needs come first in everything we do. National Summer Learning Week is a celebration dedicated to elevating the importance of keeping kids learning, safe, and healthy every summer, ensuring they return to school ready to succeed in the year. Throughout this week, we will be highlighting our commitment to putting students first and showcasing our efforts to support their growth and well-being. #NationalSummerLearningWeek
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Cristina found her community at LA’s BEST, starting as a high school volunteer and now thriving as a Traveling Program Staff. Her daughter loves the program too! Discover how LA’s BEST became their family. Click the link to read more about our Sunday Stories. https://bit.ly/3xQTOEB
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Welcome Christine Calderon Caruso, our new Vice President of Development at LA's BEST! Christine is a dynamic relationship builder, fundraiser, storyteller, and community advocate. Her unique approach to fundraising combines tradition with innovative ideas that captivate donors, sponsors, corporations, and foundations. She believes in the power of storytelling to connect with the hearts of people and support our mission. We are thrilled to have her values and expertise align with ours. Welcome, Christine!
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LA's BEST Student Daleyza showed off her math skills and amazing sportsmanship by representing the Lakers at the New York NBA Math Hoops Global Championship. She spent 4 days competing alongside 24 other students across the United States, Puerto Rico, and Australia. They visited the Liberty Science Center, attended the 2024 NBA Draft, learned about the Sports Analytics Program at Syracuse University and competed for the Global Championship inside the NBA Office. Daleyza received the Sportsmanship Award and Education Team Member, George Lee, Jr. received the Outstanding Educator Recipient Award.
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Excited to share that our President & CEO, Michele Broadnax, MBA, joined Alberto Carvalho, GPSN, to celebrate the 4th annual #SummerOfJoy! This amazing free initiative provides engaging and fun programs and opportunities for at-promise students who attend primarily Title 1 schools across LA, helping to combat the “summer slide” and close the opportunity gap. Together, we’re making a difference
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We're thrilled to welcome Edith Moreno to our Governing Board! A native Angeleno with 15 years in the energy sector, Edith is committed to supporting our students and families. Thank you for your leadership!
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Enriching arts activities can help students do more than just explore their creativity! When students draw, paint, and sculpt, they also enhance their motor skills and imagination. #LAsBESTafterschool
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AIM Studios is the latest programmatic venture from the Digital Learning Department. This year, nine sites partnered with Digital Learning to offer the AIM (Art In Motion) Studios program. The purpose of this initiative is to empower students to become visual storytellers through the use of technology.
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