Dear friends and partners, 

Change starts with a bold vision and a clear plan — and I am proud to see both in the 100-Day Plan recently released by LAUSD’s new Superintendent. This ambitious blueprint focuses on listening to the needs of our communities, accelerating academic progress, and putting students at the center of our decisions. I look forward to working with Supt. Carvalho to put his plan into action and realize a vision of opportunity and success for all kids. 

Among our many goals for driving progress in school communities, the most urgent task at hand is supporting the academic, physical, and socio-emotional recovery of our students from this crisis. As leaders in every level of government prepare for the next phase of the pandemic, I have consistently pushed the District to stay aligned with public health guidance. With recent updates from the State and County allowing districts to move from requiring indoor masking to recommending it on March 12, I am hopeful that LAUSD can work with all stakeholders to align our own protocols by then.

I will continue to advocate for a clear and consistent roadmap from public health officials to better prepare our school communities and communicate with our families. As health conditions evolve, I hope that the wellbeing of our students — and prioritizing their safe return to normality — is considered above all else.

Onward,