District of Choice

Pillar 4 Operational Effectiveness

OUR PRIORITY

Make Los Angeles Unified the district of choice for families

WHY THIS MATTERS

All students deserve a world-class education close to their homes, with the programs and opportunities that can build trust and pride in schools in their local communities.

STRATEGIES

Establish and refine systems to recruit students to Los Angeles Unified schools through targeted, community-based initiatives

Develop toolkits and resources for schools and District offices to support effective student recruitment efforts

Improve data-informed decisions to expand learning options such as magnet, dual language, specialized career pathway programs, Schools for Advanced Studies, and virtual and independent learning options, based on student needs

Update processes and policies to ensure that strengthening student enrollment and academic success is factored into all District work, including facilities and school choice

Expand and streamline transportation opportunities to promote equitable access of District resources

MEASURES OF SUCCESS

By 2026, we will:

Increase the annual percentage of students enrolled who are new to the District to at least 16%

Increase enrollment in thematic and choice learning options to at least 65% of all students

Increase student ridership access for transportation services