SCHOOL CLOSURES
LOS ANGELES (December 7, 2020) ā With COVID-19 case levels in Los Angeles at record highs ā nearly three times higher than those in San Francisco and twice those in New York City ā Superintendent Austin Beutner today announced the suspension of all school-based instructional and childcare programs for the rest of the Fall semester. (Read the full News release here)
Effective December 10, there are no student programs on campus such as childcare, athletic conditioning, in-person tutoring, assessments and any in-person services for Special Education. School staff will work to transition in-person services such as tutoring and assessment to virtual online services.
If you need technology support, please contact your local school office by phone. Although school offices will be closed, schools will still be answering calls during the school day. The Grab and Go Food Centers and COVID-19 testing sites will remain open. These changes at schools will remain in effect until the next school semester begins on January 11. Weāll continue to evaluate the situation and provide updated information along the way.
Thank you for your continued support.
Start Guides - Preparing for Online Instruction
Mental Health Hotline To Help Students and Families
The phone hotline ā 213-241-3840 ā is open from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. on weekdays, staffed by counselors and mental health professionals to provide support in both English and Spanish. Teachers can also call and get advice on how to connect their students to services. Questions can also be sent to mentalhealth@lausd.net.
Instructional Support
For instructional support call (310) 354-3400
Parent and Community Engagement
For parent and community support call (310) 354-3230
Operational Support
For operational support call (310) 354-3519
Family and Student Handbook
Back to School Plan
Communities of Schools
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Welcome to the 2020-2021 school year. As the Local District South Superintendent, I am honored to continue my commitment to serve all constituents in the communities of San Pedro, Wilmington, Lomita, Harbor City, Carson, Gardena, and selected geographic regions of Los Angeles. My 30 years of experience in L.A. Unified have given me an appreciation for the dedicated work of principals, District employees, families and our communities, and their dedication to the success of our students. Each is critical in realizing our core beliefs and objectives towards 100% of our students being college prepared and career ready.
Core Beliefs
We believe in mutual respect
All individuals, opinions and contributions are valued.
We believe in Excellence & High Expectations
All students, parents, employees and community partners contribute unique talents, strengths and skills to create an environment of excellence.
We believe in Collaboration
All students, parents, employees and community partners communicate and work together for excellence and success.
Goal 100% Graduation
Build a Solid Foundation for Early Learners
Providing Our Youngest Learners with a Quality StartāØ
Proficiency for All
Equitable Access to High-Quality Curriculum and Instruction in Every Classroom, Every DayāØ
100% Attendance
Attendance and Enrollment Matters
Parent, Community and Student Engagement
Engagement and Partnerships To Prepare Students for College, Career and Civic LifeāØ
School Safety
Safe Learning Environments that Foster Success
Our Fundamental Strategy
Local District South will direct its efforts and resources to recruit, develop and support principals and teachers in creating a learning environment that ensures 100% of students achieve and graduate.
Michael Romero
Local District Superintendent
LD South
Virtual School Fair - 10/28/2020
Carson
Community of Schools Town Hall - 11/19/2020
Wilmington Community of Schools Town Hall - 11/19/2020
