
Weekly Newsletter

WEEK OF FEBRUARY 3
Congratulations to our Academic Decathlon Team!
Roybal Learning Center is proud to celebrate a milestone achievement—this marks the first time in several years that our Titans have competed in the Academic Decathlon! Competing in the Academic Decathlon requires an extraordinary level of perseverance, teamwork, and countless hours of preparation.
A huge shoutout to our incredible team for their hard work and dedication:
Gabriel Hernandez-Tomas, Julio Rodriguez Hernandez, Jeffrey Sales-Fuentes,
Dylan Gonzalez Renoj, John Carlo Hernandez, Isabella Manzano, Caitlyn Miguel, Karyna Renoj,
Melanie De Paz Rivera, Damien Levis Escobar
And a special thank you to Ms. Beltran, their coach, for guiding and supporting them throughout this journey! Your dedication and leadership have made a lasting impact!
Keep striving for excellence, Titans!
100 Days of School!
Titans, join us this Tuesday during lunch in front of the MPR to celebrate the 100th day of school. Share your reason why you love attending school and receive a bag of chips with chamoy and limon (while supplies last).
Join us for Saturday Intervention
Mon Feb 3
Tue Feb 4
Wed Feb 5
- SSPT Meeting (Rm 3-144)9am-10pm
- ETO Office Use of MPR and Library (Set up 10:30am-End at 5pm)
- Boys Basketball @ Hollywood JV 2:30 & Var 4pm
- Boys Soccer @ Hollywood JV 2:30 & Var 4pm
- Girls Basketball vs Hollywood JV 2:30 & Var 4pm
- Girls Soccer vs Hollywood JV 2:30 & Var 4pm
- Yearbook Fundraiser (Girls Soccer/Basketball)4
Thu Feb 6
Fri Feb 7
- Midterm Mark Reporting
- Roybal Super Bowl Party (Outside MPR)
- Boys Basketball vs Mendez JV 2:30 & Var 4pm
- Boys Soccer vs Mendez JV 2:30 & Var 4pm
- Girls Basketball @ Mendez JV 2:30 & Var 4pm
- Girls Soccer @ Mendez JV 2:30 & Var 4pm
- Safety Collaborative Meeting
- Yearbook Fundraiser (Boys Soccer/Basketball)
Sat Feb 8
- FAFSA Workshop - College Center9 AM – 2 PM
WHAT'S DUE (STAFF)
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.
STAFF UPDATES
Administrative Announcements
- Read the Spring 2025 Marks Reporting Memo here. See Ms. Ornelas with any questions.
-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.
-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.
- Click here for mental health resources available to all LAUSD staff
Professional Learning and Meetings
-This Tuesday, February 4, 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 in the MPR this Tuesday from 3:37pm-4:37pm. Topics: WASC Self-Study Report, Important Updates/UTLA/ Announcements.
-Click here for DOI’s current and upcoming secondary professional learning opportunities.
Instructional Resources and Support
-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.
-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.
-Helping students process their thoughts and feelings about the world and creating space for them to bring their full selves to school is essential. To support this, Human Relations, Diversity and Equity (HRDE) has curated resources on Elections, Civics, and Courageous Conversations.
Safety and District Bulletins
Invite Guests to Our College & Career Resource Fair
Dear Roybal Learning Center Staff,
We’re excited to announce our upcoming College & Career Resource Fair, and we need your help to make it a success! If you know someone—a friend, family member, or colleague—who would be a great guest at our fair, we’d love to have them join us.
Guests can share valuable resources, career insights, or college opportunities with our students. Please share this link with anyone interested in participating: Resource Fair Sign-Up Form.
If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out to Mr. Ruiz or Ms. Kazangyan for assistance.
Your connections can make a meaningful impact on our students' futures. Thank you for supporting this important event!
ACADEMIC SUCCESS ZONE
TUTORING RESUMES
Struggling with classwork or homework? Need a little extra support to stay on top of your studies? Or just want to maintain your grades? We're here to help!
Join us for tutoring sessions this spring semester to get the assistance you need to succeed. Our tutoring sessions are available on the following days:
- Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday: 3:40 PM - 4:40 PM, Rm. 3-169.
- Tuesday: 2:40 PM - 3:40 PM, Rm. 3-169.
- We even have tutoring Wednesday mornings from 7:30 AM - 8:20- AM in Rm. 3-363.
Don't miss out on this opportunity to get the help you need. We look forward to seeing you there!
PSW CORNER
- 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.
COLLEGE-BOUND CORNER
PARENT CENTER HUB
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!
We Are One: Principals Update & Dialogue/ We Are One: Actualizacion de la Directora y Dialogo
Via Zoom: 831 2495 4776
Monday, Feb 3, 2025, 10:00 AM
Familias DIversas (Aceptacion Familiar LGBTQ+)
Friday, Feb 7, 2025, 08:45 AM
1200 Colton Street, Los Angeles, CA, USA
Register for the LAUSD Family Academy
The Family Academy provides valuable learning opportunities for families through webinars and in-person regional engagements. Course catalogs are available at lausd.org/familyacademy. Additionally, we offer four specialized courses for parents. These courses focus on supporting multilingual learners, Black and African American learners, youngest learners, and learners with exceptional needs. Our Parent Representative can assist families with registration.
Inner Explorer LAUSD Family/Caregiver Resources Page
We’re excited to share the new LAUSD Family Resources Page from Inner Explorer which is now available in English and Spanish. Find resources on mindfulness practices, parent-child activities, and access the Inner Explorer app. This page is a one-stop resource for families and caregivers to support mindfulness at home.
Students and families, if you are need support with your mental health or access to healthcare services, you can call our LAUSD Wellness line Monday-Friday 8AM-4:30PM at (213) 241-3840.
Students: If you are wanting to explore access to mental health resources, check out the LA County Department Public Health’s Teen Toolkit here: tinyurl.com/teenmentalhealth4u
Reminder: If you or someone you know is experiencing thoughts of suicide please reach out to 988 our national suicide prevention line. If there is an immediate medical need, please reach out to 911.
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!
CULTURE OF CARE
Attention Staff, Parent/ Guardians, School Community Members and Students!
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!
Daily Tardy Sweeps
Tardy sweeps are conducted daily 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!
Wednesday Wellness Walks: Beginning January 22nd
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!
ATTENDANCE MATTERS: EVERY DAY COUNTS
Love Your School, Be in School!
Did you know?
- A national survey revealed that students with an attendance rate of 95% or higher are more likely to earn grades of A or B, while those with lower attendance rates are at a higher risk of falling behind academically.
- Students who attend school regularly are more likely to graduate and find good jobs.
- A high school graduate makes $1 million more over their lifetime than someone who does not graduate.
Let’s make every day count!
ARC ADVENTURES AFTER HOURS
Join our after school program!!
Free Guitar lessons on Wednesday's
Athletics
Mon Feb 10
Tue Feb 11
Wed Feb 12
- Midterm Mark Reporting
- School-wide Drill
- SSPT Meeting (Rm 3-144)9am-10pm
- Boys Basketball vs Hollywood JV 2:30 & Var 4pm
- Boys Soccer vs Hollywood JV 2:30 & Var 4pm
- Girls Basketball @ Hollywood JV 2:30 & Var 4pm
- Girls Soccer @ Hollywood JV 2:30 & Var 4pm
- Titan Educator Collaborative Exchange (Room 3-144) 3:37pm-4:37pm
Thu Feb 13
Fri Feb 14
- No One Eats Alone - Picnic Day (Quad)11:52 AM – 12:27 PM (Quad)
- Picnic in the Quad
- Valentine's Day Candygrams (Quad/MPR-in front) Lunch
Sat Feb 15