LA’s BEST

Social-emotional learning is at the heart of our program. Through engaging activities and empowering students to make choices, we nurture skills like empathy, self-awareness, and relationship-building—helping them build the confidence and resilience they need to thrive. 💙

We’re dedicated to providing year-round training and support for our staff! 🎉 This October, we’re hosting Pro-Day, one of our largest sessions, bringing together staff from over 200 schools. Get ready for exciting new strategies to empower our team and enrich our students' experiences!

As we celebrate 35 years of LA’s BEST, we’re calling on our community to share their stories! Whether you're a parent, alumni, or supporter, your experience with LA’s BEST is part of our journey, and we want to hear how our program has impacted your life. Together, let's celebrate the positive moments and growth our organization has brought to countless families and children across Los Angeles. If you have a story you would like to share click the link! https://bit.ly/4eI7aCD

Kicking off #PrincipalDayLAUSD! LA's BEST is joining community leaders across @laschools to connect with principals and build collaboration for a positive, lasting impact on students. We can't wait to visit Maurice Sendak Elementary next week! #BeyondLimits @lausdsup

Engaging students through programs that spark their interests, like digital learning, empowers creativity and critical thinking. With LEGO Spike kits and Digital Learning iPads, our students got hands-on experience building and coding their very own robots! 🚀🤖

Lead the charge in securing impactful funding! As the Director of Institutional & Corporate Giving, you’ll drive strategy, build partnerships, and create opportunities that fuel our mission and make a difference. Join our dynamic team and be at the forefront of sustainable growth and community impact! Apply HERE! https://bit.ly/3ZCP01c

We believe that every child deserves a safe, supportive, and enriching environment after school. Our program ensures that students, regardless of their neighborhood or circumstances, engage with caring adults in dynamic experiences that foster social, emotional, intellectual, and physical growth—helping them learn and thrive!

Say hello to Brett, one of our new BEST Friends board members! A fourth-generation Californian, Brett is an attorney at ArentFox Schiff LLP, representing employers in labor, employment, and OSHA matters. He’s dedicated to pro bono asylum work and loves FC Barcelona and the Lakers. With a law degree from Loyola, Brett is a valuable addition to our board. #WeareLAsBEST

Grateful for community members like Councilwoman Eunisses Hernandez, who reconnect with their roots and see the value in providing students with a safe, supportive, and enriching environment. Since 1988, LA’s BEST has been a pillar of support and connection, and with the continued backing of our larger communities, we will keep this mission alive. Connect with us today to learn how you can get involved and help shape the futures of our youth!

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to Council President Paul Krekorian for his dedicated service to the City of Los Angeles and his steadfast support of programs that uplift our youth and communities!