LACER Afterschool Programs

Thank you to the Larry Fitzgerald Foundation for choosing LACER Afterschool Programs at to gift 40 Microsoft computers. Out talented students will definately be able to take their work to another level with this much needed technology.

STARFEST 2022: Be Seen, Be Heard
A Journey Through L.A.C.E.R. Arts
Presented by The Wilbur May Foundation

A Student Art Exhibit at Orchard Gables
Opening THIS Saturday, June 4th at 11 AM and running through August

The Artwork of students from the L.A.C.E.R. Afterschool Visual Art Program will be on display at the historical Orchard Gables for an in-person art show. The students have created art pieces in various mediums including, pencil, charcoal, pen and ink, acrylic, watercolor, graphic art, photography, sculptures, and mixed media. Built in 1904, Orchard Gables is the home of the L.A.C.E.R. Afterschool Programs and the perfect location for our student art show.

To make a free reservation visit: https://www.lacerafterschool.org/events

STARFEST 2022:
Be Seen, Be Heard
A Journey Through L.A.C.E.R. Arts
Presented by The Wilbur May Foundation

A Student Art Exhibit at Orchard Gables
Opening THIS Saturday, June 4th at 11 AM and running through August

The Artwork of students from the L.A.C.E.R. Afterschool Visual Art Program will be on display at the historical Orchard Gables for an in-person art show. The students have created art pieces in various mediums including, pencil, charcoal, pen and ink, acrylic, watercolor, graphic art, photography, sculptures, and mixed media. Built in 1904, Orchard Gables is the home of the L.A.C.E.R. Afterschool Programs and the perfect location for our student art show.

To make a free reservation visit: https://www.lacerafterschool.org/events

Donate — L.A.C.E.R. Afterschool Programs

Watch STARFEST 2022: Music & Dance Festival LIVE on YouTube https://youtu.be/6Vex-6gp5_U

To support LACER Afterschool Programs and our all of our FREE arts programs Music, Dance & Visual Arts visit - https://www.lacerafterschool.org/donate

Donate — L.A.C.E.R. Afterschool Programs Consider making a gift over a five year period to support the quality and sustainability of the LACER programs. Contact Diane Allen at [email protected] to get more information about how you can join the business leaders and individuals from across Los Angeles who have become members. Members of LAC...

Our first STARFEST event is our virtual MUSIC & DANCE festival going live on YouTube Fri. May 27th at 7pm. Visit our event page to register for event reminders and to donate or sponsor in support of our arts programs for the new school year.

WATCH on YouTube: https://youtu.be/6Vex-6gp5_U

Check out this Jewelry Piece, with a book pendant, signifying “Knowledge.”Our students have been making these along with Tote Bags in @fhs.lacer Fashion Class.

Jewelry Artist: Nicholas
Model: Sivad
Photographer: Miro

🗓SAVE THE DATE: Join Us for STARFEST 2022 Events :

➡️Virtual Music 🎵& Dance 💃🏽🕺🏽Festival : Opening Night - Friday, May 27th on YouTube

➡️In-Person Student Art Exhibit 🎨 : Opening Day - Saturday, June 4th 11am-3pm at LACER Headquarters.

For More Info and/or to Sponsor or Donate visit https://www.lacerafterschool.org/events/starfest2022

Thank You to our 2022 sponsors and our dedicated Giving Circle Members.

The Word Wizard Competition between three LACER Afterschool Programs middle school sites - Le Conte, Irving & Bancroft was an exciting one.

Congratulations to our Winners and all of our contestants.
1st Place : Olivia (Irving)
2nd Place: Isabella (Bancroft)
3rd Place : Lillie (Bancroft)

Congratulations to the participants and winners of Word Wizard at King Middle School!

The decor for @lacerafterschool Word Wizard is as much of a big deal as the competition itself. Here’s a peek into the “Harry Potter” theme preparation over at our King Middle School Site.

Tune in next week Monday May 9th (King MS) & Tuesday May 10th (Irving, Bancroft & Le Conte MS) at 4pm here on LACER IG live to see the competitions.

Thank you to the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce Community Foundation for including @LACER Afterschool Programs as part of the 26 grant awardees that serve our local Hollywood Neighborhoods.

@btslosangeles is teaming up with @lacerafterschool to bring wrestling back to @irvingsteammagnetschool ! SIGN UP TODAY!

Meet the team at @lacerafterschool main office.

Meet the team at @lacerafterschool John Marshall High School site described as “ENDEARING.”

“Marshall students immediately feel validated and accepted by our instructors. They hear and feel the sincerity and care their L.A.C.E.R. instructors express day in and day out. One of our instructors is referred to as "Mama" because they feel loved and supported by them. That's special. That's unique. That's L.A.C.E.R. Afterschool at Marshall HS. “

Meet the team at @lacerafterschool North Hollywood High School site described as “PASSIONATE.”

“This team believes in what they do. They believe in themselves and in their knowledge of what they are teaching, and they bring their best selves to work every day. They are enthusiastic, caring, and committed about their classes and students. Their passion for teaching naturally produces high-quality results and always they always strive for improvement. When faced with an obstacle, they search for solutions rather than viewing it as a burden. Their passion is what makes the LACER Afterschool Program at North Hollywood High School so successful.”

Meet the team at @lacerafterschool Fairfax High School site described as “SUPPORTIVE”.

“They are a reliable and caring group for each other and the students .“

Meet the team at @lacerafterschool Hollywood High School site described as “UNITED”.

“As a team they all strive to the same goal: to be a pathway for students to develop self growth and leave the L.A.C.E.R. program knowing that they are capable of accomplishing more than they ever thought possible.”

Meet the team at @lacerafterschool Thomas Starr King Middle School Site described as “FUN”.

“Every team member has their own unique personality. Everyday in program is filled with laughs amongst each other as staff or with students. When it comes to events; they are the life of the party.
F- funny
U- understanding
N- nice “

Meet the team at @lacerafterschool Irving STEAM Magnet Site described as “CARING”.

“Irving staff go above and beyond for our students. They care about not only their grades but how our students are feeling and how their day is going. They regularly check on students and make sure our school is a safe school for everyone.”

Meet the team at @lacerafterschool Bancroft Middle School Site described as “SUPPORTIVE”.

“This team is supportive of their students, and each other. They provide the students with useful skills, wisdom from personal experience, and a listening ear.

The Bancroft team dynamic is extremely supportive, they are always there for one another and help in anyway possible. After a long day of work, they always manage to make each other laugh and smile😊.”

Meet the team at @lacerafterschool Le Conte Middle School described as “COMPASSIONATE”.

“They have a lot of heart, passion, and empathy towards students. They are always making sure our students know they are there for them, that they have their best interest in mind and want them to do better. They listen and help create the best safe space, fun, learning environment for all.”