Enrichment and Electives

Visual and Performing Arts (Including Music Education)

New LA Elementary believes strongly that the arts are an integral part of an educational experience and we are dedicated to providing arts education for all of our students. Students at all grade levels participate in a weekly visual art class and a weekly music class. We also integrate arts with the academic curriculum because we recognize that for many students art may be the vehicle through which they access academics or it may be the best medium for students to demonstrate their learning.

Health and Physical Education

New LA Elementary provides Physical Education for all students at or exceeding the required 200 minutes for every 10 school days. The physical activity portion of our PE curriculum consists of strength training as well as game playing. Playing games in PE makes the exercise fun but also teaches important concepts such as teamwork, good sportsmanship and problem solving skills. In addition, we integrate lessons about anatomy and healthy eating throughout the PE curriculum.

Technology

New LA Elementary will have carts of Chromebooks for student use in the classrooms. In addition to using technology for word processing, research, presentations or educational software we feel that it is important for students to also learn about technology. We will bring in the 9 Dots organization’s Get Coding program which will teach students basic computer skills and text based coding. 9 Dots has developed a program that is common core aligned and includes curriculum and professional development for teachers. Get Coding encourages problem solving and critical thinking skills in a fun and engaging way. Students will learn the language of coding and build understanding of technology in a way they don’t normally experience on the usage end.

Outdoor Ed

Outdoor Education is an essential part of the New LA Experience. In 5th grade, students embark on an immersive outdoor trip designed to enrich their learning experience beyond the classroom. These trips are carefully crafted to foster teamwork, leadership skills, environmental stewardship, and a deeper appreciation for the natural world. Our outdoor education curriculum integrates hands-on learning opportunities, empowering students to connect with nature, explore new environments, and challenge themselves in unique settings. Through these unforgettable experiences, students develop resilience, confidence, and a lifelong love for outdoor exploration.

After School Program

New LA Elementary School runs a FREE after school program until 6:00 pm daily.

Program Goals:
Provide children with opportunities to participate in educational, youth development, health, safety, cultural & recreational activities and access to services

Build partnerships to increase learning opportunities for children

Work with communities, schools and organizations to plan, implement, expand, coordinate and evaluate the After School Programs

Participate in quality service-learning experiences that address community needs, provide community connections, enhance academic learning, stimulate healthy youth development and promote civic responsibility

Components are aligned with the regular school day:
Academic hour where students engage in review and learning connected to the school day.

Outdoor Organized Playtime

Students receive a snack provided by Revolution Foods every day.

Bus rides are provided every day for families who would prefer to pick up their child at the middle school. The bus leaves the elementary at 5:30 and arrives at the middle school by 6:00 pm.