Programs

Alta Loma Elementary offers many extracurricular activities for students to participate in before school, after school, and on Saturdays.

LA'S BEST - AFTER SCHOOL

LA’s BEST was created in 1988 by Mayor Tom Bradley to address an alarming rise in the lack of adequate adult supervision of children during the critical hours between 3 p.m. and 6 p.m.

The mission of LA's BEST is to provide a safe and supervised after school education, enrichment and recreation program for elementary school children ages 5 to 12 in the City of Los Angeles.

All children need a safe place to be after school with caring, responsible adults and engaging activities that connect each child to his/her school, family and community.

More info: LA's Best

READY SET GO - BEFORE SCHOOL

“READY, SET, GO!” is the Los Angeles Unified School District’s Before School Academic and Enrichment Program. Funded through a California State Grant, the Before and After School Education and Safety Program, and the 21st Century Community Learning Centers federal grant. “READY, SET, GO!” has been developed to meet the academic and supervision needs of many elementary children during the critical period before school begins.

As many parents find it increasingly difficult to find a safe and supervised place for their children in the before school hours, “READY, SET, GO!” is available at selected schools. Long commutes, early morning scheduled work hours, and continuing education commitments, all impact the ability of parents and guardians to provide adequate supervision for their children. As a result, starting the school day becomes an anxiety-ridden and hectic event for young children. “READY, SET, GO!” endeavors to provide a safe environment, ensure children are ready for the school day, engage them in meaningful and fun learning activities, provide breakfast and involve them in some light recreational games and activities. Alta Loma's Ready, Set, Go! Program is offered everyday school is in session for all students in Kindergarten thru 5th grade from 6:30 am - 8:00 am.

More Info: Beyond the Bell

Collage of pictures of students in orchestra, on the playground, dancing, at clubs and pictures of Principal Mura. Captions on the collage tell about community schools 4 pillars of collaborative leadership, expanded and enriched learning time, community partnerships and integrated student supports.

READING TO KIDS - SATURDAY

Reading to Kids is a grassroots organization dedicated to inspiring underserved children with a love of reading, thereby enriching their lives and opportunities for success in the future. To this end, Reading to Kids gathers on average 899 children and 439 volunteers at reading clubs on the second Saturday of every month at eight Los Angeles elementary schools.

At the monthly reading clubs, pairs of volunteers read aloud to small groups of children, while their parents receive training on how to encourage their children to read at home. Kids, parents, teachers, and school libraries receive book donations at the end of the Reading Clubs. These are important donations, as 60 percent of low-income homes do not have age-appropriate reading materials for children.

More Info: Reading to Kids

Elementary age students stand next to a giant sunflower that towers several feet over their heads. — Our biggest sunflower!

Garden Ranger teaches preschoolers seated at a picnic table about root, stems and leaves. — Ranger Hananah teaching the PALS Class.

Principal Heather Mura helps 5th grade students from student council harvest lemons from the lemon tree. — Ms. Mura harvesting lemons with student council.

Garden Ranger Hannah is crouched down with elementary students to observe plants in the inground garden. — Ranger Hananah with a small group.

We are very privileged to have a very special edible garden! Each week our Enrich LA Garden Ranger leads students in hands on science and nutrition education in the garden.