LESD News
Superintendent Update - June 18, 2021
Dear Lawndale Families,
Yesterday, in a historic move, President Biden signed legislation into law establishing June 19th as Juneteenth National Independence Day - a new U.S. Federal holiday commemorating the end of slavery in the United States. While President Abraham Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation on January 1, 1863, slavery was not completely eliminated on that date. Juneteenth is the anniversary of the day in 1865 when the last group of enslaved Black Americans were freed by Union troops.
Acknowledgement of our past, and commemoration of Juneteenth as a national holiday is an important step in the direction of equity. Although this is now a Federal holiday, it is not yet recognized in California Education Code (EDC ยง37220). As a result, LESD will remain open today, June 18.
Upcoming Juneteenth Events
In honor of Juneteenth, Educational Theatre will present the final rebroadcast of Voices of Change: Still We Rise on June 18 at 4 pm. Voices of Change is a performance-based exploration of the beauty, unrest and "two-ness" of the Black experience in America, expressed through the work of Black authors, poets, activists, artists and leaders. The goal is for communities to feel inspired and seen, wanting to learn more and do better. If you are interested, click here to register for the June 18 rebroadcast.
Additionally, our LA County Supervisor is hosting a Juneteenth event at Magic Johnson Park. Click here for more information.
FREE Summer Meals
Need CalFresh Food assistance? Connect with Claudia Godoy, MediCal Outreach Specialist, at 310-973-1300 Ext. 50134.
Free Preschool: Ages 3-4
It is now easier to qualify with higher income ceilings, year-round enrollment and (5) school locations! The preschool office is open during the summer. Call 310-644-8458 or visit carson.lawndalesd.net/prek more information.
LESD is Enrolling!
Realize your Amazing Potential!
Our before and after school, RAP, is enrolling. Click on over to get going on the application at www.lawndalesd.net/rap. Space is limited!
Lawndale Elementary School District
Email: marina_sandoval@lawndalesd.net
Website: lawndalesd.net
Location: 4161 West 147th Street, Lawndale, CA, USA
Phone: 310-973-1300
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