Dear Los Angeles Unified Family,
Today, we had a successful reopening of all schools and offices with the exception of some schools that remain closed in the highest impact areas. Thanks to the tireless work of District employees who cleaned schools and campuses, teachers and paraeducators who returned to classrooms, classified and certificated substitutes who helped provide coverage for displaced employees, the countless individuals who worked around the clock over the weekend, as well as school police, first responders, and local authorities who ensured the safety of our school communities, the District was able to restore regular school schedules and instruction. Our Maintenance and Operations as well as Office of Environmental Health and Safety teams ensure continued student safety on school sites through extensive safety checks and alerts which notifies the District of any issues that may arise. We are grateful to the entire Los Angeles community who continue to support during this unprecedented crisis.
Schools in the highest impact areas which remain closed due to mandatory evacuation orders include Canyon Charter Elementary, Kenter Canyon Charter Elementary, Palisades Charter Elementary, Marquez Charter Elementary, Topanga Charter Elementary, Lanai Road Elementary, Roscomare Road Elementary, Community Magnet Charter, and Paul Revere Middle School. The schools will reopen as soon as the conditions allow, at which time, we will notify families.
The District has implemented additional resources to support the well-being of students and employees as they transition back to school. Counselors and mental health professionals are available on-site to assist those in need. In addition, the District is providing impacted employees childcare, employee assistance, and other essential services.
As Los Angeles Unified moves forward, plans for rebuilding Palisades Charter Elementary and Marquez Charter Elementary Schools and addressing long-term recovery are underway. The District is committed to keeping families and the community informed throughout this process.
Red flag warnings are in effect, however, the National Weather Service does not anticipate wind conditions as strong as last week. We will be monitoring throughout the evening and overnight. A 10 p.m. update will be posted at lausd.org. Should anything change, we will begin notifying families and employees of any changes by 5:30 a.m. on Tuesday.
Please visit lausd.org for the latest information.
Sincerely,
Alberto M. Carvalho
Superintendent
