Special Schedule Nov 17-Nov 21

Special Schedule and New Community Rep!

November 17-November 21 is the week before Thanksgiving Break and we have a shortened day dismissal on Friday for the 67th day of attendance! We also have a new Community Rep to support all families. Please read about her here.

School will be closed from November 24 to November 28 for the Thanksgiving Holiday and school will resume December 1st.

Del 17 al 21 de noviembre es la semana anterior al receso de Acción de Gracias y el viernes tendremos un horario reducido por ser el día 67 de asistencia. También tenemos una nueva representante comunitaria para apoyar a todas las familias. Por favor, lean sobre ella aquí.

La escuela permanecerá cerrada del 24 al 28 de noviembre por las vacaciones de Acción de Gracias y las clases se reanudarán el 1 de diciembre.

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ELARA is a supportive and engaging school where students learn through real-world experiences. Our focus on Urban Planning and Public Policy helps students connect their education to their communities and future careers. With a strong curriculum and dedicated teachers, we prepare students to become leaders and problem-solvers. Our partnerships with universities and local organizations provide extra support and opportunities to help every student succeed.
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Special Schedule Nov 17-Nov 21

Special Schedule and New Community Rep!

November 17-November 21 is the week before Thanksgiving Break and we have a shortened day dismissal on Friday for the 67th day of attendance! We also have a new Community Rep to support all families. Please read about her here.

School will be closed from November 24 to November 28 for the Thanksgiving Holiday and school will resume December 1st.

Del 17 al 21 de noviembre es la semana anterior al receso de Acción de Gracias y el viernes tendremos un horario reducido por ser el día 67 de asistencia. También tenemos una nueva representante comunitaria para apoyar a todas las familias. Por favor, lean sobre ella aquí.

La escuela permanecerá cerrada del 24 al 28 de noviembre por las vacaciones de Acción de Gracias y las clases se reanudarán el 1 de diciembre.
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We Are One

Visit LAUSD’s We Are One website if you or your family need assistance or resources including information on virtual school options, transportation, immigration, health, wellness, food, or housing.
Family Conf Night 10/16 5-7pm

Family Conference Night Thurs Oct 16 5-6pm! All Students Expected to Attend!

Family Conference Night Thurs, Oct 16, 5–7 PM (MPR – Dozier Gate).
Mandatory for all students to attend w/family, meet w/teachers & counselors.
Report cards & Parent Portal help available. Free Kona Ice for 1st 50 families! 🎉

Recordatorio ELARA: Noche de Conferencias Familiares jueves 16 de oct, 5–7 PM (MPR – puerta Dozier).
Obligatorio para todos los estudiantes con su familia. Reporte de calificaciones, ayuda con Portal para Padres y Kona Ice gratis para las primeras 50 familias. 🎉
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East Los Angeles Renaissance Academy – Saturday School

Hey Renaissance! Ready to get ahead?
Saturday School is your chance to catch up, get support, and stay on track!

📅 Dates: Sept. 27, Oct. 11 & 25, Nov. 8 & 15, Dec. 6 & 13, 2025
🕗 Time: 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM
📍 Enter through the Renaissance side gate

Come through for:

- Extra help with your classes
- Credit recovery
- Makeup attendance hours
- College & financial aid application support

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to set yourself up for success! 💪

Questions? Call us at 323-265-6760.
4pm Workshop 9-11-15 Annual Title 1

Annual Title 1, GATE and Parents as Partners Meeting 4pm 9-11-25

Back to School night workshop-All families welcome to learn about the following topics:
1) Annual Title 1 Program
2) Supporting your Student’s College and Career Path: Grades, GPA, GATE Program, Individual Graduation Progress
3) Parents as Partners: Getting Involved in SSC/GSC/ELAC
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Nov 20

Per. 4, 5, Adv 6: Advisory Thursdays

Time: 8:30 AM – 3:36 PM

Nov 21

2:32pm DISMISSAL: SHORTENED DAY Pers 1-6, Adv

Time: 8:30 AM – 2:32 PM

Nov 24

No School

Nov 25

No School

Nov 26

No School

Nov 27

Thanksgiving

Dec 25

Christmas

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Our Mission

East Los Angeles Renaissance Academy (ELARA) will be a center of community life and learning, whose students see themselves as architects of their own, and their community's future. The college-ready graduates of ELARA will have the broad-based knowledge, collaborative skills, and personal confidence to become innovators and leaders in their communities and professions.