Aldama Elementary Parents on Fundraising Drive to Upgrade School’s Computer Lab

The goal is to revamp the lab’s computer, plus raise $20,000 by August for a full-time computer instructor.

How a Franklin High Spanish Teacher Wants to Make LAUSD Greener

Floral Gifts Mark Teacher Appreciation Week at Mt. Washington Elementary

The school kicks off a week-long celebration in honor of teachers and staff.

Disney Volunteers Supervise ‘Playworks' Activities at Aldama Elementary School

The volunteers spent three hours on campus playing with students and supervising their play.

FHS Wins Aca-Deca Super Quiz, Falls Just Short of National Finals

Franklin had the third highest score in the nation in this weekend's Academic Decathlon competition.

Franklin Dream Project Hosts Pink Walk Friday

Friday's walk will raise money for Busted Foundation and the Elizabeth House Foundation.

Franklin Students Win $110,000 Prize for L.A. River Project

The students will be recognized at an award ceremony in Washington D.C. this coming April.

Franklin Cyber Patriot Squad Seeks Gold in Third Finals Appearance

Franklin's squad leaves this week for the national Cyber Patriot competition. They're committed to winning first place this year.

FHS Students Spend a Day on the Cityfarm

Environmental club students got a look at life on a real farm without having to leave the city.

Mount Washington PTA's Progressive Dinner Returns

The event will make stops at four Mount Washington homes, for dinner and a tour.

Aldama Science Room Gets Organized with Help of Local Volunteers

Aldama Elementary School had a treasure trove of unused science equipment that wasn't being put to use, until they called on local clutter destroyer Nonnahs Driskill.

Highland Park Continuation School Has Green Dreams

The school is hoping to install portable garden beds, but is in need of some community support.

Musicians Present "Jazz in Schools" at San Pascual Elementary

The program encourages students to listen to an enjoy jazz music.

Photo: Aldama Student Receives Letter from President Obama

Havannah Flores said she'll remember the letter for the rest of her life.

School Choice Proposals Submitted for Franklin High School

The three proposals were submitted through a process designed to turn around the struggling High School.

Highland Park History: Neighborhood is Home to City's First Automated Crosswalk

Highland Park's pedestrian necessity was the mother of invention.

6 Ways to Use Highland Park-Mount Washington Patch for the Rest of the School Year

Six things staff, PTO members, parents and students should know.

Academia Avance Mourns Nation's Shooting Victims

The vigil followed last Friday's school shooting at Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown, CT.

UPDATE: DA Decides Not to Charge Man Suspected of School Threats

The 24-year-old man was arrested at his parents' East Hollywood home on Sunday.

Academia Avance to Host Vigil For Shooting Victims Monday

The vigil will also commemorate the many other victims on mass shootings in the United States this year.

Historic Benches Evoke Garvanza History

The Mayan influenced benches are being returned to Luther Burbank Middle School.

Video: At Mount Washington Elementary, Students Tell Stories Through Song

Mount Washington Students learn collaboration and creativity with Voices Within of the Los Angeles Master Chorale.

Patch Clip: Mount Washington Students Perform 'Joyful Sign Language'

With help from the L.A. Master Chorale, Mount Washington Elementary School students performed original songs on Thursday.

Thursday: Mount Washington Students Reveal Voices Within

More than 60 students will perform songs composed with the help of the LA Master Chorale.

Local Parents Document Tucson's Ethnic Studies Battle

Gabriel Buelna and Fernando hope their documentary will spark conversation about TUSD's banning of Mexican American studies.

Photos: Mount Washington Students Celebrate the States

Students from Mount Washington Elementary School completed project's on 49 of the United States this week--all except California.

Mount Washington School Copes with Vandalism, Ponders Deterrence

Parents pitch in to install a new awning vandalized in August, as vandals wreck another outdoor patio.

Crazy About Marc Anthony at Mount Washington Elementary (VIDEO)

The school’s administrative assistant and office technician share a passion for the world’s Number One salsa artist.

Mount Washington Elementary Launches 'Dirty Hands' Program

Students get hands-on experience with compost and worms in new garden program.

Nightingale Students Thrilled by Endeavour Flyover

A video captured by a Nightingale Middle School science teacher shows students enjoying the historic event.

KIDS PROTECTION PLANNING LIVE WEBINAR

Aldama Dual Language Fall Tours and Enrollment for Kinder 2013

Two Franklin Students Named National Merit Semifinalists

Shelly Ngo and Alex Moreno are now eligible to compete for 8,300 scholarships worth more than $32 million.

Highland Park, Eagle Rock Students No Longer Eligible For Rose Court

Tournament officials put an end to their three year trial of accepting applications from Highland Park and Eagle Rock students, citing a lack of volunteer staff.

La Tropicana Presents Aldama Day

Mount Washington Author's Latest YA Novel Debuts

Mount Washington goes back to school with good pancakes, good coffee, and a good read.

Fun at Mount Washington Elementary's Pancake Breakfast

Mount Washington goes back to school with good pancakes, good coffee, and a good read.

The Politics of Jesus

Updated With Map: Taylor Yard High School Boundaries Announced

The new school will enroll students from Highland Park, Eagle Rock, Lincoln Heights and Mount Washington.

Photo Gallery: "Tooth Fairy" visits Pascual Elementary School

The "Took Fairy" talked to dozens of children about ways to keep a healthy and beautiful smile