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Addams Named a California Distinguished School
Addams has been named a California Distinguished School by the California Department of Education!
We are a Community School!
We are focused on tackling the needs of the whole child to better ensure their success!
College & Career Ready
Preparing students for future success
At JAMS We CARE!
Civility, Achievement, Empathy and Resilience
Multi-tiered Systems of Supports
Our students have access to counselors, social workers, psychologists, resource teachers, and more who collaborate to help meet students' needs!
21st Century Learning
Fully equipped electives and media centers where students practice critical thinking, collaboration, and problem-solving
Art at JAMS
Build your creativity skills in our renowned art program!
Music Program
A celebrated music program!
Sports
Cross-country, basketball, and more!
Award-Winning Before & Afterschool Program RAP
Featuring STEAM curriculum, coding, robotics, and sports! Available from 6:45 AM - 8:30 AM and 2:30 PM - 6:00 PM!
Nutrition & Wellness for Families
Not only do we offer a nutrition menu for your students, in partnership with DPSS CalFresh, we offer nutrition classes for families and produce distributions!Upcoming Events
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Lawndale Elementary School District, 4161 W 147th St, Lawndale, CA 90260, USA
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Lawndale Elementary School District, CA, USA
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Leuzinger High School, 4118 Rosecrans Ave, Lawndale, CA 90260, USA
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The Southwest SELPA Governance Council hereby gives notice that a Public Hearing will be held as follows:
TOPIC OF HEARING: ANNUAL SERVICE PLAN AND ANNUAL BUDGET PLAN FOR 2026-2027
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April was full of community events and continued celebrations. We invite our community to learn about the great programs happening across our district.
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We are proud to celebrate an incredible achievement for Lawndale Elementary School District, as three of our schools were honored through the California Schools Recognition Program and formally recognized on April 24, 2026, at the annual California Department of Education celebration in Anaheim.
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Our incredible cheer teams gave it their all at RAP’s first-ever Cheer Competition. The event brought together students from across the district for a spirited showcase of talent, teamwork, and school pride, with all teams competing in three exciting rounds of performance.
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Our Friendship Clubs at Jane Addams Middle School and William Anderson Elementary School had the honor of welcoming district representative Ms. Ara An from the office of Los Angeles County Supervisor Holly J. Mitchell. During the visit, Ms. Ara An recognized our students for their participation and commitment to creating inclusive environments on campus.
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Jane Addams Middle School and Will Rogers Middle School were proudly recognized by the City of Lawndale City Council for their outstanding achievement in being named California Distinguished Schools.
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We are proud to share that on April 18, students from Jane Addams Middle School and Will Rogers Middle School participated in the LACOE Math Field Day!
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Lawndale Elementary School District has been featured in the April 2026 School News Roll Call edition! We invite all our families and community to take a moment to review the latest issue and see the highlights from across our district.
March was full of celebration and awards! We are proud of our schools and the continuing growth that we have seen across all grades.
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Jane Addams and Will Rogers Middle Schools have been named 2026 California Distinguished Schools!