Community schools show improved test scores, lower absenteeism, report says

While math, reading, and science scores have fallen 3–4 points over the past five years for our nation’s middle schoolers and 12th graders, Alliance scholars show continuous growth the longer they remain in Alliance schools. Our research shows that dedicated and valued educators, combined with high standards and strong support for scholars, lead to academic growth and a college-ready student body, where 84% of our scholars are accepted to four-year colleges.

A new Nation’s Report Card shows drops in science, math and reading scores

While math, reading, and science scores have fallen 3–4 points over the past five years for our nation’s middle schoolers and 12th graders, Alliance scholars show continuous growth the longer they remain in Alliance schools. Our research shows that dedicated and valued educators, combined with high standards and strong support for scholars, lead to academic growth and a college-ready student body, where 84% of our scholars are accepted to four-year colleges.

U.S. Supreme Court has lifted a temporary restraining order that had paused immigration enforcement in Los Angeles

the U.S. Supreme Court has lifted a temporary restraining order that had paused immigration enforcement in Los Angeles. This decision, issued over the dissent of all liberal justices, means that U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) can resume actions that disproportionately impact people based on their appearance, ethnicity, language, or type of work, while the case continues in lower courts.

Inspiring Alliance Alumni Chart a New Path: College Success Stories from Los Angeles Graduates (Part 2 of 2)

Alliance College-Ready Public Schools Foundation celebrates 20 years of helping scholars in Los Angeles to build the necessary skills to succeed through college and beyond. We shine the spotlight on just a few of our successful alumni who prove that the circumstances you begin with do not have the power to define your path. Meet Marquis, Marlen, and Martín, all proud college graduates creating a powerful future for themselves.