Two community meetings will be held in the city of West Hollywood in January to discuss Laurel School's new 7th and 8th grade classes. The meetings will be hosted by Board Member Steve Zimmer.
The meetings will allow community members to learn more about the vision for Laurel School’s 7th and 8th grade and share ideas, concerns and questions, the city said in its announcement.
Prior to this year, Laurel School served kindergarten through 6th grade students. Laurel School is the only LAUSD school located in the West Hollywood area to serve middle school students.
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“We're excited to continue our support for this middle school opportunity at Laurel School,” said West Hollywood Councilwoman in a statement, who spearheaded the effort to bring a public middle school option to West Hollywood area families.
“I hope that parents and students will actively participate in these meetings to get their questions answered and to make their concerns known to LAUSD officials,” Land said.
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“It is so exciting that West Hollywood families finally have a 7th and 8th grade option at Laurel School,” said Councilwoman .
“These community meetings are excellent opportunities to directly and personally connect with the principals, and to learn about the school’s plans and options for educating our youth,” said Horvath.
Community meetings regarding Laurel School’s new 7th and 8th grade classes will be held at the following dates and locations:
Thursday, January 20, 2011 at 6 p.m.
West Hollywood Elementary
970 North Hammond Street
Friday, January 21, 2011 at 6 p.m.
Rosewood Elementary School
503 North Croft Avenue
For more information, call (323) 848-6460. For the deaf and hard of hearing, please call (323) 848-6496.
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