What can I say about the joint... Well, it's LAUSD for one…read more The wifey worked in the field of Special Education there for 35+ years and has since retired. They treated her pretty decent so I'm not gonna bitch and moan about the joint. I'll let her do that. We saw lots of peeps, students, staff, etc., come and go over the years. But it has since changed, and significantly at that. With "no child left behind" comes a lot of student mainstreaming, a reduction of attendance, staff and of course, opportunity. But... They service all abilities / all ages and for the most part, have a great staff (hence, the wifey), lol. Plus, it's our polling place when the time comes. One question... Why my pic Yelp, why mine? LOL

It gone from the frying pan to the fire. Gavin is the newly appointed principal. Mary Jullienne…read moreis the new vice principal. I wondered why the teacher was giving false statements about withholding my daughter's voice output device for over two years with, "She doesn't have homework" Our Harbor Regional Counselor interjected he saw her get off the school bus and go straight to her homework desk without being prompted. In the second year of the IDR/Amendment meeting (falsified as a new agreed upon IEP compliments of Gavin) She recanted this statement with, "She does have homework but doesn't do it". The next year the overseer of the IEP team (not a member) straight out said, "Frankly, I don't think you will charge the device overnight". "What would the teacher do?" I responded, "The phone I call you with all my concerns with is charged every day and night". Further, I have to let the public know their children are being rounded up together as a whole in class for only minutes of so-called therapy for speech. It is more minutes than the 10 minutes on Mondays for the whole class with only my daughter's device (still withheld from Alina and family) and the entire school. They closed the doors on us because they know these therapies aren't being done correctly according to the contractual obligation of the IEP. Looks like promotions are in the air from the District because Tina M. (I call her the Tina 9000) won't be back and left the desk for her protégé Gavin (Tina Jr) Mary Jullienne was rewarded for her conduct with a raise and a position of vice principal. I can find peace in knowing at least I know these culprits and I can "Tell" them. The upcoming newer versions are not going to slip ever. And I pray that one day "I'll be Back". And so will parent's rights to educational decision making

My high school son has been working with Chloe since Jan. 2018, dealing primarily with language and…read moreexecutive functioning skills. She has been a critical component to my son's academic progress and self-confidence. Her knowledge and experience has also helped us to finesse IEP goals to better suit his challenges. Although she has relocated, we have been able to continue sessions through Skype that are still equally effective. I can tell Chloe really cares about my son and goes the extra mile to best serve his needs. Expertise and compassion make Chloe an incredible asset to my son's team. I highly recommend her!

Words cannot express how grateful I am to Chloe and Molly. I initially met Chloe because she was in…read morecharge of conducting an Independent Evaluation for my son via LBUSD. Chloe was always responsive and really pushed for the evaluation to be reviewed in its entirety. During my son's IEP meeting, Chloe stood-up for my son in a way that brought tears to my eyes. It is rare to find people who are as dedicated to their profession, but that also genuinely care about the population that they serve. Because of her dedication and support during the IEP process, I decided to have my son attend speech therapy with Language and Literacy Group--even though we live far away, and our insurance does not cover these services. In the 3.5 months that my son has been attending therapy with Chloe and Molly, he has made noticeable progress in the way he expresses himself and his desire to communicate more with peers and his family. I will forever be grateful for their support and for being a part of my son's development and growth.

The Los Angeles Maritime Institute runs an amazing youth program for middle school students. The…read morefull program has the students go on day sails during the school year. And during the summer, the students go on a several day voyage around Catalina Island. I've volunteered with this organization for several years. And now that I'm on the other coast, I'm still able to help out by helping with online projects. Anyone who knows how to sail or would like to learn how and wants to work with kids should consider volunteering at LAMI.

This is a great place to volunteer, I've met such amazing and kind people and they all love what…read morethey're doing. The environment is very ambitious which makes me feel like doing more for them.

This program is great! He has fantastic energy & cooperates language, culture with percussion…read more Highly recommend

My children have had the opportunity to participate in many drumming classes with Delton. This…read moreclass is a great way for your children to learn to express themselves as musicians, individuals, and members of a group. Delton is driven to teach your children to appreciate music through a playful environment that encourages discipline and inclusion.

My daughter is getting the help she needs. I don't know what else to ask from them cause they are…read moreright on. My daughter has a great person helping her understand where I get lost at. Thanks again

When I moved to San Pedro from Los Angeles I needed to find a loving child care for my son. He was…read more3 years old when he started coming to The Ford Learning academy. At that time he was taught how to read and was potty trained as well by the lovely staff. When my son started kindergarten he was ahead of many kids. The staff at The Ford Learning academy treat the children like their own they are very attentive, loving, supporting and their biggest cheerleaders! Fast forward 6 years my son loves coming to the camp where they take the children out and take them on educational trips. Thank you The Ford Leavening, for everything you guys are doing for myself and my son!

Do you need assistance with: IEP knowledge, Students Rights,…read moreParents Rights, Bullying, Assessments, School Systems, Advocacy? This is just to name a few. I was Overwhelmed and at no to end to my focus. With just a phone call KIM McCLAIN became my ADVOCATE EXTRAORDINAIRE. Very empathetic she too is a parent. Being a parent does not stop her from maintaining professional. MS. McClain assisted me with not only bullying but an IEP, and getting an outside reassessment. Because i had ignorantly signed off to my child's rights because i was misinformed and scared. I felt like i had failed my child by this action. However; thankful for the referral to Ms. McClain she had the OC district shaking and in less than a week questions were addressed and the district was LISTENING. I am thankful and excited that we have Ms. McClain on our team not only as a professional but as a friend. She is true to her CAREER as a fighter that knows special need legalities and school systems. Please if anyone is questioning the systems of Special Needs Kim McCLAIN is the A+ ADVOCATE for special needs and any school system Bullying.

What an incredible advocate Ms. McClain is! I highly recommend her kind, knowledgeable support!read more

I was at a stand still with child care as my son was recently diagnosed with autism & is non…read moreverbal. I am a single mother who works full time with a teenager and two little ones. It is extremely hard to find the right place for my son without being turned away, not fitting my schedule, or not being accepting of therapists dropping in. When I was ready to give up I came across Smith Family Daycare & upon inquiry Ms. Jackie gave me meaningful advice and literally left me in tears. Not only did she recommend resources that I am still using for my son but now he is comfortable at a place where he gets his weekly speech therapy, they work perfectly with my schedule & my son is speaking more words than he ever has. They even open the daycare 30 mins earlier than scheduled to work with my schedule! I am so thankful/ grateful I found them. Out of the three daycares my family has been with, I find this one the best. I am comfortable through the day, I'm not getting calls left and right at work, and they always show up on time. The staff is caring and delightful and do their best, always. It takes a village to raise a child & they really help more than what is expected of a child care facility. Highly recommended!

Smith family daycare has been in business for over 35yrs. Ms. Jackie is an amazing woman and her…read morestaff are just as pleasing. I love the pre-k program they have set up for my children so that they are ready for kindergarten. All four of my children have been with Smith family daycare and I will definitely recommend Ms. Jackie childcare again. Oh yea I love the arts and crafts and music time my children learned.

Ms. Kimberly is the best educational therapist anyone could hope to find. She is smart, patient,…read moreand engaging. She can pinpoint a student's specific needs in no time. Then, she always knows the best approach to use to teach the child. She expects the best from every student, and she gets it. With Ms. Kimberly, your child will realize tremendous progress so quickly, you'll be amazed. I have known her for many years, and I have never found an educational therapist better than her.