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About Us

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.

News & Announcements

Labor Day Weekend, Back to School Night and Special Bell Schedules Featured Photo

Labor Day Weekend, Back to School Night and Special Bell Schedules

Due to Admissions and Labor Day Holiday there is NO SCHOOL Friday, September 4th and Monday, September 7th. We return Tuesday, September 8th with a late start for students. Also, join us Spetember 10 from 4:30-6:30pm for Back to School Night a chance to participate in awards assemblies and classroom visits. Also, get support with Parent Portal and learn about Financial Aid options for College.

Debido al Día de Admisiones y al feriado del Día del Trabajo, NO HABRÁ CLASES el viernes, 4 de septiembre y el lunes, 7 de septiembre. Regresamos el martes, 8 de septiembre con entrada tarde para los estudiantes.

También acompáñenos el 10 de septiembre de 4:30 a 6:30 PM para la Noche de Regreso a Clases. Será una oportunidad para participar en asambleas de premios y visitas a los salones de clase. También habrá apoyo con el Portal para Padres e información sobre opciones de ayuda financiera para la universidad.
Regular Bell Schedule and Yondr Policy Featured Photo

Regular Bell Schedule and Yondr Policy

Week 2 is here and we have our Regular Bell Schedule with a Late Start Monday! Students are expected to be at the gate with their Yondr pouch and barcode ready to scan by 9:40 AM so they are in their seats by 9:50 AM.
🍳 Breakfast:
Available from 9:30–9:45 AM in the cafeteria.
Early Birds:
Educare will have the resource center open for gaming, homework help, and quad games from 8:30–9:45 AM.


📱 Phone-Free Policy Reminder:
All students MUST bring their Yondr pouch every day and keep their phone inside. Please remember that violations of the phone-free policy will result in confiscation and parent conferences if necessary. We appreciate your partnership in maintaining this focus, as we know it has a positive impact on our students!
🌟 ¡Tuvimos una gran primera semana, ELARA! ¡Esperamos que la segunda semana sea aún mejor! 🌟
Esta semana seguiremos nuestro horario regular de clases, el cual incluye el horario de inicio tardío de los lunes. Por favor, tomen nota de los siguientes recordatorios importantes:


🎒 Procedimientos de llegada:
Se espera que los estudiantes estén en la puerta con su bolsa Yondr y código de barras listos para escanear a las 9:40 a. m. para que estén en sus asientos a las 9:50 a. m.
🍳 Desayuno:
Disponible de 9:30 a 9:45 a. m. en la cafetería.
Para los madrugadores:
Educare tendrá el centro de recursos abierto para juegos, ayuda con la tarea y juegos en el patio de 8:30 a 9:45 a. m.


📱 Recordatorio de la política de libre de teléfonos:
Todos los estudiantes DEBEN traer su bolsa Yondr todos los días y mantener su teléfono adentro. Recuerden que las infracciones a la política de libre de teléfonos resultarán en la confiscación del dispositivo y conferencias con los padres si es necesario. Agradecemos su colaboración para mantener este enfoque, ya que sabemos que tiene un impacto positivo en nuestros estudiantes.
Fall Semester Starts August 12th! El Semestre Comienza el 12 de agosto! Featured Photo

Fall Semester Starts August 12th! El Semestre Comienza el 12 de agosto!

Welcome to the 2026-2027 School year, Renaissance Families! Important August Dates
¡Bienvenidos al año escolar 2026-2027, familias de Renaissance! Fechas importantes de agosto

🚨The first day of school for ALL students is Wednesday, August 12.
🚨El primer día de clases para TODOS los estudiantes es el miércoles, 12 de agosto.

💻 DID YOU MISS OUR Welcome Back Family Zoom Orientation?

💻 ¿Se falta la orientación familiar de regreso a clases? Vea la información aquí.

Take Family Survey/Complete la encuesta familiar::
https://forms.gle/ctSegXq4kJZ6FMnB8

Join Family REMIND text group/Únase al grupo de texto REMIND para familias::
https://www.remind.com/join/2627elara

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Visit Fresh and Preppy to get ELARA Swag/ Visite Fresh and Preppy para comprar artículos de ELARA:
https://freshandpreppy.com/elara/
Pre-order by the 7th to get it delivered the first week of school!
¡Haga su pedido antes del día 7 para recibirlo durante la primera semana de clases!

Our office is open Monday through Friday 8am to 4pm and we can reached by phone at 323-265-6760. Nuestra oficina está abierta de lunes a viernes de 8:00 a. m. a 4:00 p. m. y puede contactarnos al 323-265-6760.

📰 Learn About Enrollment for 2026–2027

Families interested in joining our school are encouraged to visit our Enrollment page for important information about the Zone of Choice application process, key dates, and requirements.
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ELARA Annual Career Day 2026 There’s More Than One Path to Success!

ELARA Annual Career Day 2026 will be held on March 9, 2026, from 10:00 AM–3:30 PM at Esteban Torres High School. Students will explore various paths to success and connect with professionals. ELARA is currently seeking guest speakers to share their career journeys. Interested participants can sign up through the Google Form link.

Calendar

Sep 1

Per. 1-6

Time: 8:30 AM – 3:36 PM

Sep 2

Adv: Per. 1, 2, Adv & 3

Time: 8:30 AM – 3:36 PM

Sep 3

Adv: Per. 4, 5, Adv & 6

Time: 8:30 AM – 3:36 PM
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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.