BSC Weekly Newsletter

Please join us when we return from break for our April BSC Meeting on Tuesday, April 22, at 8:30 AM in the PTR. Hard to believe, but we'll start looking towards our welcome back plans, planning for next year, and getting ready for our family dance!

If you can't join us in person, please logon to zoom using these meeting details:

Meeting ID: 316 546 2990

Passcode: Balboa

When we return from break, we'll be celebrating our amazing Teachers and Staff during Appreciation Week. Please start thinking about some of the cards, treats, and gifts you might like to recognize your teachers and favorite staff members with. If you are available to help during the Appreciation Luncheon on Friday, please contact virginiamines12@gmail.com.

Thank you to all the scholars, teachers, families, and volunteers that came out to make our annual Festival of the Arts such a success. It was great to see our scholars making crafts representing Korea, Mexico, Japan, Armenia, India, and many more. They also got to discover many unique places we can find art such as math, music, technology, and even exercise.

Please be sure to check out this photo album and upload your own pictures!

A big Thank You also to all of the local businesses and community partners that came out to help make the Festival of the Arts so much fun for our scholars. Click on any of the images below for more info and to support those businesses that support us.

Be sure to check out these opportunities from the Rockin' Awesome Improv show to keep the laughs coming. Stop by the main office to pick up free tickets.

YADA SUMMER CAMPS: https://yada.org/summer-camp-2025/

Let your child's imagination take center stage this summer at the Youth Academy of Dramatic Arts with locations in Studio City and West Hollywood! From show-stopping musicals like Mean Girls JR. and Alice in Wonderland JR., to high-energy Pop Star, Broadway, and Improv camps, YADA offers unforgettable experiences for every age—from toddlers to teens. Whether your child is a budding Broadway star or just loves to play and perform, there's a perfect camp waiting for them. Spots are filling fast—reserve your child’s place today and let them shine in the #YADASummerMagic! Questions: 323.655.9232 • yadakids@yada.org

ROCKIN' AWESOME IMPROV SHOW: https://yada.org/improv-show/

A high-energy, fun-for-all-ages comedy show now celebrating 15 years! RAIS features improv games that rely on audience suggestions and participation, very “Whose Line is it Anyway,” but 100% family-friendly, and voted “Best Kids’ Comedy Show” by LA Magazine. There’s a rotating cast, so you’ll see different faces and games each week, and for only $5, it’s the best deal in town. The cast specializes in creating a fun, safe environment for kids of all ages to participate and feel like superstars. We take our funny seriously!

Saturdays at 11am • 8115 W. 3rd St. LA CA 90048 • 323.655.9323

Our friends at Menchie's are supporting the Balboa Spirit Club for the next two weeks! Stop out to either of these locations and get both 20% off your purchase and a 20% donation to the BSC! Now through April 21. Be sure to mention the Balboa Spirit Club when checking out to take advantage of this offer.

Menchie's Granada Hills

17840 Chatsworth St

Menchie's Mission Hills

10386 Sepulveda Blvd

Join us on 4/29 at 8:30am for Coffee with the Principal. Ms. Chun will be providing updates and Ms. Franke will be there sharing meaningful techniques to manage stress.

Thanks to all of the parents that have been helping keep our morning dropoff line running smoothly.

Please volunteer for just a few minutes in the morning to help get our scholars out of their cars and into campus safely and efficiently. It helps calm traffic and keeps everyone safer. You do not need to be an approved volunteer to help with this. It will only take an extra 15-20 minutes each morning and will make a big difference.

Please signup here if you are able to make a weekly commitment.

And please be sure to slow down in the mornings and keep your little ones buckled up until they are ready to get out!! Please try to arrive a few minutes early so every scholar is in line for class before the bell rings.

Dear Balboa Families,

The School Experience Survey window is now open for parents/guardians. This survey provides important feedback to both the district and the school to help ensure academic rigor and safety for all students. The survey should only take a few minutes, so please complete it today.

Balboa Magnet strives for 100% participation, so we kindly ask for your help in reaching that goal. At the end of the survey, please print out the completion certificate with your child’s name so your scholar can receive an incentive.

Thank you for your continued partnership and support!

Best,

Ms. Chun

The mornings have been perfect for our scholars to get out, demonstrate sportsmanship, and have some fun during Psychomotor.

We need approved volunteers to help supervise out on the yard. The signup sheet is up to date with all dates the rest of the school year. Please click here to signup.

It takes a great deal of effort to put together our yearbook. Please help by joining the yearbook committee and distribute the work amongst a group of dedicated and creative volunteers. Click here to read the different opportunities and signup.

Our teachers can always use a little help in the classroom. Register to be an on-campus volunteer to help out during the school day. There are plenty of ways to help out. To learn more and to apply, please visit the LAUSD Volunteer Portal. You need to re-apply for each school year.

For questions, please contact Julie Shon: julie.shon@lausd.net

LAUSD Menus will be posted on a weekly basis here: https://lausd.yumyummi.com/webapp/balboa-el-prep/weekly/lunch

Be sure to visit the Spirit Wear store at Festival of the Arts featuring special promotions!

Shop our BSC Store and purchase your Spirit Wear shirt, hat, and hoodies for your scholar! https://www.balboaparents.org/spirit-store.html