LA's BEST Expanded Learning

08/13/2026

What separates a high-quality afterschool program from one that simply fills the hours until pickup? LA’s BEST Director of Evaluation Evelyn Wang, Ph.D. shares the questions families should be asking.

Not all after-school programs are created equal. From staff-to-student ratios and transportation to enrichment, academics and snacks, here's what L.A. parents should look for before choosing a program for their child.

08/10/2026

Technology is more than screens. It's creativity, curiosity, and problem-solving.

Through Digital Learning, students strengthen digital literacy while exploring coding, innovation, media, and hands-on technology experiences that prepare them for the future.

Today's learners are tomorrow's innovators.

Enrollment is open year-round for eligible LAUSD elementary students. Find a participating school through the link in our bio.

08/06/2026

Healthy bodies support healthy minds.

Through BEST Fit, students stay active while building teamwork, confidence, leadership, and lifelong healthy habits through movement and play.

Because every child deserves opportunities to move, grow, and have fun every day.

Enrollment is open year-round for eligible LAUSD elementary students. Find a participating school through the link in our bio.

08/06/2026

Creating opportunities for children takes a community.

LA's BEST is proud to be a partnership between the City of Los Angeles, Los Angeles Unified School District, and community supporters who believe every child deserves access to safe, high-quality expanded learning opportunities.

Together, we're creating brighter futures for students and families across Los Angeles.

Interested in joining the LA's BEST community? Eligible families can find a participating school and apply through the link in our bio.

07/29/2026

Creativity has a place in every child's day.

Whether students are painting, performing, dancing, making music, or exploring a new artistic skill, our arts programming encourages creativity, builds confidence, and gives every child the opportunity to express themselves.

Interested in joining LA's BEST? Enrollment is open year-round for eligible LAUSD elementary students. Find a participating school through the link in our bio.

07/27/2026

For nearly four decades, LA's BEST has been creating safe, welcoming spaces where Los Angeles students can learn, grow, and thrive beyond the school day.

What began in 1988 as a program serving 10 elementary schools has grown to over 200 expanded learning programs, supporting thousands of students across Los Angeles every day.

While we've grown over the years, our purpose has remained the same: investing in the whole child and strengthening our communities, one student at a time.

Eligible LAUSD elementary school families can enroll year-round. Find a participating school and apply today through the link in our bio.

07/24/2026

School is just around the corner, and there's still time to enroll in LA's BEST.

Our free before and afterschool programs provide students with homework support, arts, STEM, physical activity, caring mentors, healthy meals, and opportunities to learn, explore, and grow beyond the classroom.

Enrollment is open year-round for eligible students attending participating LAUSD elementary schools.

Find a participating school and apply today through the link in our bio.

07/20/2026

We are proud to celebrate our President & CEO, Michele Broadnax, MBA, who was a finalist for the 2026 LA Executive Forum & Leadership Awards.

The profile recognizes Michele's leadership in advancing LA's BEST's five-year strategic plan, expanding high-quality before- and after-school opportunities, and strengthening community-rooted systems of support that help children and families thrive.

Congratulations, Michele, on this well-deserved recognition. Thank you for your vision, leadership, and commitment to creating brighter futures for Los Angeles youth.

Read Michele's finalist profile in LA Times Studios: https://www.latimes.com/b2b/events/la-executive-awards/michele-broadnax

Directing a comprehensive five-year strategic plan to expand enriching before and after school programming across 221 school sites, Michele Broadnax is the chief executive officer at LA’s BEST.

07/10/2026

This week, we're celebrating National Summer Learning Association's National Summer Learning Week, which recognizes the importance of literacy, STEM, the arts, wellness, and community in helping young people thrive.

At LA's BEST, these experiences are part of every day. We're proud to create joyful opportunities that support the whole child throughout the summer and all year long.

07/09/2026

Celebrate culture, community, and family this weekend at Casa México's Mariachi Family Festival. Enjoy live student mariachi performances, cultural experiences, family-friendly activities, and more as we celebrate the rich traditions that make Los Angeles so vibrant.

Admission is free and everyone is welcome to LA Plaza de Cultura y Artes. We love seeing opportunities like this that bring our communities together through music, culture, and connection.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/44THCQd

Celebrate the World Cup at Casa México Los Angeles 2026, the official hospitality venue of the Government of Mexico during the tournament. Bring the whole family for a day of mariachi!