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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.
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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. 🎉
SAT SCHOOL

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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☀️SUMMER REMINDERS☀️

Hello Renaissance! 👋

📢 LA County wants to hear from East LA students and families — take this quick \[survey] to share your thoughts on transportation and enter a raffle! 🎟️

📚 **Summer School:** Mon–Fri, 8:30 AM–2 PM (closed July 4), ends July 16 — use Hammel St entrance only

🏢 **ELARA Office:** Closed June 27–July 20, reopens July 21 (8 AM–4 PM)

🌞 **Summer Bridge** for new students: August 4–5, 8:30–12:30 PM (includes lunch)

☎️ Need help? Call the LAUSD Family Hotline: 213-241-3840 (M–F, 8 AM–4:30 PM)

📅 **Fall Semester begins August 14** — check attached Important Dates + Bell Schedule

Have a safe, restful summer! 🌴
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Calendar

Nov 5

Per 1, 2, Adv 3: Advisory Wednesdays

Time: 8:30 AM – 3:36 PM

Nov 6

Per. 4, 5, Adv 6: Advisory Thursdays

Time: 8:30 AM – 3:36 PM

Drop, Cover, Hold - 2:20pm

Time: 2:15 PM – 3:15 PM
Location: Esteban E. Torres High School, 4211 Dozier St, Los Angeles, CA 90063, USA

Nov 7

Qr. 3 Grades Due

Per 1-6: Tuesday/Friday Schedule

Time: 8:30 AM – 3:36 PM

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.