Los Altos Educational Foundation

Read the following articles to learn what LASD students are learning from their LAEF-funded teachers.


Girls throwing frisbees

PE Builds Skills and Fosters Confidence,  March 8, 2024 


Librarian reading a book to students

LASD Libraries at a Glance,  Jan 30, 2024 

Every LASD school has a library and an LAEF-funded librarian who oversees an extensive, well-curated, up-to-date collection of books. Students are empowered to read enthusiastically, think critically, and develop research skills. Our school libraries are popular community spaces where students gather with friends during recess or lunch, play games, and relax.


LASD's Junior High Electives Program

Junior High Electives Program, Oct 31, 2023

Every LASD junior high school student can choose from a wide range of electives that align with their interests and passions. These options go beyond the standard curriculum, giving students the opportunity to explore and discover new talents and skills.


Art Docent with Student

Art For Every Student, October 11, 2023

Every LASD elementary school student participates in art lessons that combine appreciation and hands-on activities designed to build on each other from year to year.


Meet Our Music Meet our music teachers videoTeachers, August, 2023

Every 4th-6th grade LASD student receives a foundational music education. Watch this video to meet our 2023-24 music teachers.

 


LASD Music Program concert

Our Amazing Music Program, March 13, 2023

Every LASD student in 4th through 6th grade receives a foundational music education with options to focus on Band, Orchestra, or Music Exploration.


6th grader on computer

LASD Computer Science: Every Student, Every Grade, December 1, 2022

Every LASD student is learning computer science this school year. They learn how to use code to express their creativity and make projects that are relevant to them. Computer science builds problem-solving and critical thinking skills and a way to experiment with math concepts. Learn more.


Student Wellness

Student Wellness Resources, March 2, 2022

Every student's wellness is a priority for the Los Altos School District (LASD). Your student's physical and mental health is nurtured through caring teachers and staff at your school, as well as programs such as:

Parent Education Speakers
PE Classes
School Psychologists
Family Engagement Facilitator
Mental Health Counselors
Social-Emotional Learning
LASD Teacher Training

Learn more about wellness supports for your student, happening now or by request.


Pumpkin STEM Challenge

STEM in Every Grade, January 25, 2022

All LASD students in Transitional Kindergarten through 8th grade are learning STEM in a variety of ways during the 2021-22 school year. Every student is encouraged to build, explore, and connect to the world around them.


Los Altos High School student reflect on LASD music

High School Student Finds Community Through Music

Los Altos High School student, Chris, reflects on how he learned to play the trumpet at Santa Rita elementary school, then enjoyed the band at Egan junior high school. Playing the trumpet has enabled Chris to be a part of a vibrant music community in high school. 


Creative Coding in Python

Our own LASD Computer Science teacher, Sheena Vaidyanathan, has published a book called “Creative Coding in Python.  November 29, 2018

 


 

 

 



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