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We Have Launched PDSA Cycle #3—Here’s What It Means for Student Learning

Teachers: The DO portion of the Cycle #3 has started! Resources have been dropped into our Frequently Used Teacher Links. See our Faculty Meeting slides to review our PDSA timeline. Classroom team observations will begin soon!

Important Deadlines

• Please make sure your website page has a copy of your syllabus. To log into our website, please scroll to the bottom of the webpage and click on “log in.” If your name does not appear on our staff roster, please email Andres Perez (andres.perez1@lausd.net) for access.
• End of year Unit Plans due by end of PD time on Tuesday, May 6.

• -Read the Secondary Instructional Updates for resources and multiple opportunities for paid PD. https://secure.smore.com/n/0dewq

May 5 Mon

• CAST 11th grade - Library & Gym8:30 AM – 3:30 PM
• Bio AP extra time (3-175)8 AM – 1 PM
• Teacher Appreciation Day - Thanks a Elote! (Room 3-139)
• Softball vs Hollywood JV 2:15pm & Var 4:00pm2:15 PM – 4 PM (Edward R. Roybal
• Instructional Leadership Team Meeting (Rm. 3-144) 3:37pm-4:37pm

May 6 Tue

• SBAC/Cast make-up testing 3-352
• AP Geo extended (3-175)8 AM – 12 PM
• AP Testing (MPR- Roybal )8 AM – 4:30 PM
• AP extended (main office)12 PM – 4 PM
• Tuesday Professional Learning (2:27pm-3:27pm)
• WASC Meeting Meeting (MPR) 3:37pm-4:37pm

May 7 Wed

• SBAC/Cast make-up testing 3-352
• AP Testing (MPR Roybal)8 AM – 1 PM
• SSPT Meeting (Rm 3-144)9am-10pm
• AP Testing (Library - DMHS)12 PM – 4 PM

May 8 Tues

• SBAC/Cast make-up testing 3-352
• AP Testing (Library- Roybal)8 AM – 4:30 PM
• Roybal Parent Meeting (MPR)8:30 AM – 9:30 AM
• ELAC Meeting #9 (Parent Center)9:30am-10:30am
• You've Got Mail: Notes of Gratitude (Outside MPR)Lunch
• AP extended (3-175)12 PM – 4:30 PM
• Softball @ Contreras JV 2:15pm & Var 4:00pm
• SSC Meeting #9 (Parent Center) 3:37pm-4:37

May 9 Fri

• SBAC/Cast make-up testing 3-352
• AP Testing (Gym - Roybal)8 AM – 1 PM
• AP extended (3-175)
• Track & Field League Finals @ Contreras 1:00pm

May 10 Sat

LAUSD Beyond the Bell- (Blacktop, Weight Room, Restrooms in Gym, Parking Structure)

--Hall passes are required of all students leaving a class. All staff are to implement a system to ensure hall pass use is being monitored during instructional time. Students found without a pass will be escorted back to class.

-If you are absent, please notify your immediate administrator supervisor via email and include Jennifer/Lorraine and Juana (if absence is for a teacher). You are to submit your absence certification upon return from your absence otherwise your time will remain unpaid. Absence certifications are required for all absences, regardless of reason.

-Need partial day coverage, complete the substitute slip and get it signed by your Admin.

-We follow a rotation for class coverage. If an office team member reaches out, please note they have gone through the rotation list already.

-Submit attendance the first 15 minutes of class. Update attendance if a student arrives late or leaves early. Attendance is a legal record.

- Click here for mental health resources available to all LAUSD staff

-This Tuesday, May 6, we will meet by Department from 2:27-3:27PM. (Rooms: 3-167 English, 3-145 Math, 3-163 Social Studies, 3-156 Science, 3-152 SPED, 3-151 World Languages, 3-147 Electives, and Out of Class 3-144).

-We will have a Faculty Meeting this Tuesday from 3:37-4:37pm. Take a look at our running agenda for a preview of the topics we’ll be covering

-Read the Secondary Instructional Updates for resources and multiple opportunities for paid PD.

https://secure.smore.com/n/0dewq

-As always, please ensure your white board configuration (agenda, learning objective, language goal, etc) is posted and visible for everyone throughout the period, including the WASC Instructional Strategy that will be utilized for the lesson. The posted learning objective should outline how students will demonstrate their understanding of the learning objective. The posted language objective should aim to clarify the linguistic skills students will need to successfully meet the content objectives. Specify the academic vocabulary, types of explanations required (oral or written), and the linguistic structures or phrases students should use.

-Media literacy model lessons are available for classroom implementation. Please see the lesson sheet for more information.

-With Tutor.com's Dropoff Essay Review tool, students can submit their work and receive custom feedback in five rubric-based categories and in-line feedback on their written work. Each tutor spends between 30-35 minutes per student paper, and this feedback is visible to teachers via the Teacher Dashboard. This can be used as a way to support rough draft essay review.

-Observation Feedback is logged in the MyPGS system. Please note, you are to reply to feedback via the platform within 2 weeks of the observation. Your observation will be finalized once the response is received. In some cases, your department administrator will schedule an observation debrief to discuss the lesson observed.

-Adobe Firefly is a suite of generative AI tools developed by Adobe, designed to assist creators in generating images, videos, audio, and more from simple text prompts. Integrated seamlessly into Adobe's Creative Cloud suite, Firefly enables users to transform ideas into vibrant, high-quality content efficiently. Currently, LAUSD has access to the generative AI image tools.

The Spring SEL Newsletter offers key resources for educators and students, along with important dates like upcoming PDs, the Family Academy Webinar, and the 2025 SEL Symposium. Explore SEL integration guides, growth mindset activities, and brain breaks to enhance student engagement.

-Engage students with real-world content about our planet, fostering literacy skills while building knowledge and inspiring action for a sustainable future. Check out these Earth Day-inspired resources to integrate environmental awareness and stewardship into your lesson plans and classroom conversations.

-You have access to the SEL Google Slide lessons for Secondary teachers (grades 6-12), curated by the Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Unit. The lessons are available in a suggested monthly sequence or organized by SEL competency.

-Click here for a Know Your Rights Presentation put together by our District.

-Read more on the important policies reviewed at our WASC Faculty Meetings here.

-Read LAUSD's Emergency Guide here.

-Read the Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements Bulletin 1374.5 here. Access the SCAR form here.

Students, need help with classwork or homework? Looking for extra support to stay on track or maintain your grades? We’ve got you covered!

Join us for tutoring and get the assistance you need to succeed.

Tutoring Schedule:

• Monday, Wednesday, Thursday: 3:40 PM - 4:40 PM (Rm. 3-169)
• Tuesday: 2:40 PM - 3:40 PM (Rm. 3-169)
• Wednesday Mornings: 7:30 AM - 8:20 AM (Rm. 3-363)

If you are currently receiving a D or F in English and/or Math, you need to participate in 2 hours of mandatory intervention/tutoring.

Don't miss this opportunity to get the support you need. We look forward to seeing you there!

Attention TITANS! Join us on Wednesday and/or Saturday for Intervention or Credit Recovery! These sessions are essential for staying on track, boosting your grades, and recovering missed credits. A minimum of 2 hours per week is required for any student who earned a D or F.

Make the most of this opportunity, your future deserves this effort!

Local Community Resources (mental health, food, utility resources, etc)

https://forms.office.com/r/8GVTuGTV6h

The PSW team is looking for students who are interested in joining an on-campus grief group facilitated by the organization Our House. Eligible students are those who lost a family member, but their death must have been longer than 3 months ago.

• Mental Health Support Services: Los Angeles Unified students and families in need of mental health support are encouraged to call our Student and Family Wellness Resource Line at 213-241-3840. Support is currently available between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m., Monday through Friday. Employees may access Employee Assistance Service for Education (EASE) by visiting https://www.lausd.org/domain/1438 or calling the 24/7 support line at 800-882-1341.

• Other Resources: We encourage members of the Los Angeles Unified family who are in need during this difficult time to visit lausd.org to learn about available City, County, and community-based resources and connect with entities who are prepared to assist.

Gear Up is inviting parents/guardians and students to attend this important zoom session that will explain how to understand your college financial aid award letters. Please mark you calendar for April 2, 2025 at 6 pm

You can click on the link to join or enter the join ID # 865-4809-9792

Gear Up invita a padres/guardian y estudiantes a un seminario zoom importante que explicará cómo interpretar las cartas de concesión de ayuda financiera universitaria. Anoten en su calendario la fecha 2 de abril de 2025 a las 6 p. m.

Pueden hacer clic en el enlace para unirse o ingresar su ID de registro: 865-4809-9792.

Parents/Guardians: We believe that your involvement is vital to your child's success! We encourage you to explore the various announcements/flyers in this section that outline ways you can engage with our school community. Your participation not only enriches our programs but also strengthens the support network for our students—let’s work together to create a thriving environment for our children!

LAUSD invites you to a virtual support group for parents and caregivers of LGBTQ+ students. This group provides guidance on supporting your child's mental health, navigating school challenges, and accessing available resources. Join us to connect with other families and learn about the support services and community programs available to you.

We invite you to join us as volunteers on campus! By becoming a volunteer, you can make a meaningful impact on our students and school community.

We invite you to visit our Parent Center to connect with our representative, Ms. Guillen, and gain access to the Parent Portal. This valuable resource provides you with real-time information about your child’s grades, attendance, and much more. Your engagement is crucial to your child’s success, and we’re here to support you every step of the way!

We are excited to announce that the dates for our PBIS (Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports) meetings are now available! We invite you all to join us and make your voice count.

Your support is crucial in creating a positive school culture, and together, as a village, we can uplift and support all our students.

Let’s work together to foster an environment where everyone thrives!

We look forward to seeing you there!

Thank you for continuing to support our students' success and efforts! Here are the Spring dates for Titan Tiendita, where students can redeem their Titan Tokens for prizes:

🗓 Spring 2025 Titan Tiendita Dates:

• January 31
• February 28
• March 28
• April 25
• May 30

Teachers: Please keep handing out Titan Tokens to students and let’s continue showing them that we see and appreciate the amazing work they do.

Students: Make sure to save your tokens and redeem them for amazing prizes during these dates. Don’t miss out!

Thank you for helping us build a positive school climate. Together, we can make this spring one to remember!

Students, please remember that cell phones should not be used during class time, as we want everyone fully engaged in learning. Teachers, thank you for consistently enforcing our policy—if a student is caught using their phone after a warning, it will be placed in a pouch to avoid distractions. Let’s work together to keep our classrooms focused and productive!

Tardy sweeps are conducted to ensure all students arrive on time. We encourage everyone to be in class promptly, as being on time is crucial for maximizing learning and success. Arriving on time shows responsibility and ensures you don’t miss valuable instructional time. Let’s make punctuality a priority!

Tardy sweeps will be briefly paused for testing. Good luck Titans!

Young Women's Circle

What: Wednesday Women's Circle is a space where young identifying women can come together to celebrate each other, and explore the community’s values through dialogue, reflection and listening.

When: RJ Morales will host a circle where students can participate by requesting permission or be nominated by their teacher.

How: Teachers if you have a student you would like to nominate, please send Morales an email or send our young woman along to the RJ Room (3-139) with a pass on Wednesday. Students who select to participate, will be notified, along with their families and advisory teacher. *Please note Students who choose to participate in this Wednesday Women's Circle opportunity will make a commitment to completing :20 minutes of IXL, on their own time.

This past Wednesday, we shared our lived wisdom with braiding. We also spent time gathering textiles and practicing the art of braiding. Above is a picture of our circle center, our collective values and our braided textiles.

Titan News: Hall Pass & Restroom Reminders!

Titans, to help keep everyone on track and safe, remember that hall passes are available only 15 minutes before and after the bell rings. Restrooms will also be closed during these times. With our class periods being short, it’s important we stay in class to learn as much as possible. Please use passes quickly and responsibly so all students can benefit. Thank you for helping keep our school a positive, focused place for everyone!

Tips for maintaining on target attendance:

1. Establish routines for bedtime, waking up and showing up to class.
2. Lay out clothes and pack backpack the night before.
3. Do your best to stay healthy. Get enough sleep and eat healthy foods.
4. Try to schedule non-urgent medical appointments and extended trips when school is not in session.

Attendance makes all the difference... let’s make every day count!

Student absences and/or tardies result in:​

1. An automated phone call to parent/guardian​
2. A record of absence/tardy on attendance records, progress reports, and report cards​
3. AND truancy letters (if unexcused)

Verification for a student’s absence should occur in the form of:​

• Parent/legal guardian note​
• Doctor’s note​
• Court paperwork​

All notes must include:​

• Student’s name ​
• Date(s) of absence(s)​
• Reason for absence(s). ​
• Parent/legal guardian/ERH’s signature ​
• Date of birth (optional)​

Absence notes must be submitted to the main office.

Join us this week in supporting our student-athletes at their sports event. Your presence makes a huge impact, boosting their confidence and showing them the strength of our school community. Let’s come together to celebrate their hard work, build school spirit, and cheer them on to victory. See you there!

May 12 Mon

• Advanced Placement Exams (Tentative)
• Final Mark Reporting Window
• SBAC/CAST Make-Ups 3-352
• AP Testing (Gym/ MPR) No outside Events
• AP extended (3-175)
• AP extended (main office)

May 13 Tue

• Final Mark Reporting Window
• SBAC/CAST Make-Ups 3-352
• School-wide Drill
• Tuesday Professional Learning (2:27pm-3:27pm)- Admin PD
• WASC Meeting Meeting (MPR) 3:37pm-4:37pm

May 14 Wed

• 9th-11th Grade Academic Awards Ceremony & Senior Awards Ceremony (Incl. Sport's)
• Advanced Placement Exams (Tentative)
• Final Mark Reporting Window
• AP Testing (MPR -Roybal)
• AP extended (3-175)
• Roybal- School Site Visit--- No activities
• SSPT Meeting (Rm 3-144)9-10am
• Roybal End of Year Awards Ceremony / Senior Awards Night (MPR)

May 15 Thu

• Advanced Placement Exams (Tentative)
• Final Mark Reporting Window
• AP Testing (Gym - Roybal)
• AP extended (3-175)8 AM – 1 PM
• USC Trio ETS Workshop (Room 3-175)
• Safety Collaborative Meeting
• APP Principal/ AP closing ceremony- GYM

May 16 Fri

• Advanced Placement Exams (Tentative)
• Final Mark Reporting Window
• AP Spanish Lit (Library - Roybal)
• AP Psych extended (3-175)

May 17 Sat

• Magnet Field Trip: Adobe Hue Collective Bootcamp
• PROM
• BEYOND THE BELL- TRAINING (MPR, 35 classrooms, football field, black top parking and parking lot)7 AM – 4 PM
• LAPASC (LAUSD) Library7 AM – 3:30 PM
• Magnet Parent Welcome Meeting Roybal (GYM)9 AM – 11 AM
• New Student Parent Meeting- Roybal (GYM)11:30 AM – 12:30 PM

May18 Sun

• Magnet Field Trip: Adobe Hue Collective Bootcamp

Attention Parents & Guardians:

To ensure your child has access to telehealth services at school, please complete the SCHOOL TELEHEALTH PERMISSION & CONSENT FORM as soon as possible.

LAUSD has partnered with Inspire Medical Group and Kokomo 24/7 to provide licensed doctors and nurse practitioners who can see students right from the school health office during school hours.

✅ Why is this important?

• Allows your child to receive medical care when needed at school
• Helps reduce absences by providing quick and easy access to care
• Ensures the school nurse can initiate a visit when necessary

📌 Don’t wait! Complete all sections of the form today so your child can access this valuable service during the 2024-2025 school year.

Thank you for helping us keep our students healthy and ready to learn!

Need a Student ID?

If you need a student ID, you can request one by scanning the QR code on the flyer or visiting the link on the flyer. You can also find the link on our Instagram post!

Ms. Cinthia will connect with you as soon as possible.