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City of Angels School is the independent study school (homeschooling) for the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) that offers K-12 students a full-time educational program through weekly appointments. It is designed for students with special interests and abilities, scheduling problems, or individual needs that cannot be accommodated in the traditional school setting.
- Decrease truancy
- Improve grades
- Increase graduation rates
- Improve self-esteem
- Decrease the risk of gang involvement
- Improve conflict resolution and other life-affirming skills
- Improve and demonstrate goal-setting skills
- Improve reading and writing
- Decrease violent and other inappropriate behavior
The Department of Public Health recognizes that parenting has its share of challenges, and we are so glad that you found your way to this information. You may be a parent, grandparent, foster parent, neighbor, or mentor. No matter your title, you are an important role model in your teen’s life, and supporting their mental health is vital to their wellbeing. We are pleased to share information and resources with you that support your teen as they learn, grow, and overcome challenges.
If you are a parent or guardian accessing this toolkit because your teen is currently, or close to, experiencing a crisis involving physical or verbal outbursts, or even thoughts of hurting themselves, please skip to the section titled What to Do in a Crisis.