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Comment on Magnet Season Even Earlier by Magnet Maven

Magnet Maven — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 01:04:19 +0000

Kristina -

All magnet schools within LD 3 have been invited and several magnet high schools that are not within LD 3 should be there, too. I will check the status tomorrow and post any update here.

Bill Ring
LD 3 PCAC
TransParent®

Comment on PARENTS SEEKING SCHOOLS by Kristina

Kristina — Sun, 15 Nov 2009 23:13:22 +0000

First name and birthdate of your child – Jack 4/26/1996
2) What grade of school you’re seeking – 9th
3) What part of Los Angeles you’re in – Sylmar
4) What your local public school is – Sylmar High
5) Extenuating circumstances that may apply?

My son has been at a fairly small (800 students grades k-12) private christian school since 1st grade. Since middle school his grades have gone down and he dislikes going to school. I feel like at this point he is just not thriving at this school. He wants to do film production and also enjoys sports. My fear is throwing him into a large public school after he has been at this small private school his whole school career. He is a smart kid but not necessarily a high achiever or very motivated. I am hoping to turn that around by putting him in a school he enjoys. The magnet schools I am looking at are Grant, Van Nuys, Pearl, and Verdugo Hills. I was also looking at Champs Charter (Van Nuys) but that one does not have any sports offered. Any help or insight anyone can offer would be appreciated. Thanks in advance!

Kristina

Comment on GIFTED STUDENT PROGRAMS by Rebekka

Rebekka — Sun, 15 Nov 2009 16:15:25 +0000

Judy:
Your child was tested by Psych Services branch of LAUSD? It should be there but if not, call your local LAUSD District office (District 1, 2, 3, etc.) and talk to their psychologist people. They can help you find out.

Comment on Magnet Season Even Earlier by Kristina

Kristina — Sun, 15 Nov 2009 06:43:38 +0000

Will the event on 11/21 be for all LAUSD Magnet schools or for just those in LD3. Sorry if this is a dumb question but I am new to this, thanks!

Comment on Magnet Season Even Earlier by Magnet Maven

Magnet Maven — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 04:15:53 +0000

Yes, LD 3 Superintendent Michelle King and her staff deserve thanks for stepping up – but the Parent Community Advisory Council ( PCAC) deserves the credit for putting the need on the District radar.

Hope to see you all there!

Bill Ring
Organizer, LD 3 PCAC
TransParent®

Comment on Magnet Season Even Earlier by Kyle Hunsberger

Kyle Hunsberger — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 20:13:51 +0000

Just to clarify…the LD3 Magnet Faire will be for all grade levels, not just middle school. Elementary magnets, middle school magnets, and high school magnets will all be present. This even will occur from 9am to noon and will be taking place at Cochran Middle School (4066 W. 17th St. 90019).
I actually work for Cochran and am one of the school-site coordinators for this event.

Comment on Magnet Season Even Earlier by magnetangel

magnetangel — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 18:56:17 +0000

thanks, great to know one of the districts has stepped up in a formal capacity.

Comment on Magnet Season Even Earlier by angel

angel — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 17:51:32 +0000

Hi, I just wanted to let you know that LAUSD Local District 3 will be holding a “Magnet Faire” for parents seeking middle schools on Saturday November 21 I believe beginning at 9:00am.

Comment on PARENTS SEEKING SCHOOLS by Claire

Claire — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 06:43:13 +0000

First name and birthdate of your child
Scarlet July 30th 2007
2) What grade of school you’re seeking
preschool
3) What part of Los Angeles you’re in
Eagle Rock
4) What your local public school is
Eagle Rock Elementary
5) extenuating circumstances white

Hello

We live in Eagle Rock, and I am looking for a preschool for my 2 year old that has an academic program, and would suit a senstive child.

Any recommendations please?

Comment on PARENTS SEEKING SCHOOLS by magnetangel

magnetangel — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 06:34:49 +0000

Hi Joann,

SOCES does admit additional students at middle school, but contact the school directly to know the odds. Honestly most people I know have applied and gotten in at fourth grade, because we’ve always believed that’s when the openings are. They do admit more in sixth grade, however.

If you decide to wait til sixth grade, you wouldn’t need to apply this year. Millikan and Reed come up repeatedly in your neck of the Valley, as does the K-8 span Hesby Oaks. It’s early to think too much into it, as popular schools emerge all the time, but you can always keep your ear out for things you’ll hear from families in your area.