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Welcome to our school! We believe that parent participation is key to student success; our new website is designed to provide parents with all the information they need to be active participants in their student’s education. You will find that the site works just as well on mobile devices as it does on a desktop so you can find information on the go.

Our Mission

Welcome to our school! We believe that parent participation is key to student success; our new website is designed to provide parents with all the information they need to be active participants in their student’s education. You will find that the site works just as well on mobile devices as it does on a desktop so you can find information on the go.

News & Announcements

iPad Wellness Check & Collection

All 8th graders and students leaving Holmes will return their iPads on June 5th; students returning to Holmes will bring their iPad, charging block and charging cord to ensure it is in good working order. Please bring EXACT change if fees need to be paid for lost accessories. See attached flyer for prices and information. Email Ms. Cao at [email protected] if you have questions.

Sign Up for Summer School

The UTK-8th Summer School program will be offered in person and is designed to support core instruction in a small group setting. Click on the title to view the flyer and to sign up. If you need a device for summer school, see the additional flyer.

Region North Family Academy Workshop (Hybrid)

Join us on Monday, June 3, 2024 from 4:30pm to 7:00pm at Sepulveda Middle School to discover how children learn to read and what is needed to make sure all children can read. Click on the title for more information and to register.

Parent Workshop

Join us on Wednesday, May 22, 2024, at 5:30 PM for a parent workshop on how to encourage your child to start thinking about college at an early age. Click on the link for meeting details.

Parent Workshop

Join us on Wednesday, May 8, 2024, at 5:30 PM for the parent workshop "Developing Emotional Intelligence". Click on the link for meeting details.

School Accountability Report Card (SARC)

Every K-12 public school in California is required by state law to publish a School Accountability Report Card (SARC) each year. The SARC contains information about the condition and performance of each school and is available for families to view. Click on the headline to access the full report.

Transportation Opt-In for Fall 2024

Secure your seat for Fall 2024! LAUSD is now offering bus transportation to all students. You must opt-in to request a seat. Visit LAUSD.org/schoolbus or click on the title for more information.

Parent Workshop

Join us on Wednesday, April 17, 2024, at 5:30 PM for the parent workshop "Stress Management for Parents". Click on the link for meeting details.

CSUN Science Day - 4/27/2024

Join us for a day of science and fun at CSUN Science Day on April 27th, 2024 from 1:30pm to 4:30pm. Click on the title to view the flyer.
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At A Glance

  • Verizon Innovative Learning School and Technology Lab
  • Holmes Humanities Magnet
  • SAS LAUSD School for Advanced Studies Demonstration Site
  • California Schools to Watch 2007 - Present
  • Western Association of Schools and Colleges Western Association of Schools and Colleges Accreditation
  • Career Technical Education (CTE) Accredited Elective Teachers

Partners, Accreditations and Accolades

  • A California Distinguished School
  • Gifted & Talented Program
  • High Performing Model Middle School
  • LAUSD Magnet Program
  • Project Lead The Way
  • School for Advanced Studies
  • SAS Demonstration Site
  • School Of Excellence 2024
  • National Forum Schools To Watch
  • Verizon Innovative Learning School / Arizona State University
  • Verizon Innovative Learning School Digital Promise