Marta Frausto

The document is the Fifth Renewal Charter Petition for Watts Learning Center, covering the period from July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2030. It details the school's educational program, measurable pupil outcomes, methods for measuring progress, governance, employee qualifications, health and safety procedures, and strategies for serving diverse student populations, including English learners and students with disabilities. The plan emphasizes academic performance, community engagement, and innovative educational features, with a focus on addressing the needs of socio-economically disadvantaged students and promoting a positive school culture.

The 2020-2021 LCAP Federal Addendum for Watts Learning Center Elementary School outlines the school's plan for using federal ESSA funds (Title I, Part A; Title II, Part A; Title IV, Part A) to supplement and enhance local priorities. The school's strategy centers on a Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) framework to address the academic, social-emotional, and behavioral needs of its diverse, at-risk student population. Key areas of focus include improving student attendance, closing achievement gaps in ELA and math, strengthening parent and family engagement, and providing robust professional development for teachers and staff. The plan emphasizes data-driven decision-making, continuous improvement, and collaboration with stakeholders to maximize the impact of federal investments.

The 2025-26 Local Control and Accountability Plan for Watts Learning Center Charter Elementary School focuses on implementing a multi-tiered system of supports (MTSS) to address academic, social-emotional, and behavioral needs, with an emphasis on improving outcomes in ELA, English Learner proficiency, and chronic absenteeism. The plan includes professional development for teachers, strengthening the EL program, and engaging parents and the community to support student achievement and create a positive learning environment. Key strategies involve data-driven decision-making, differentiated instruction, and comprehensive support systems for students with disabilities.

The 2020-2021 School Plan for Student Achievement (SPSA) for Watts Learning Center focuses on implementing a multi-tiered system of supports (MTSS) to address academic, social-emotional, and behavioral needs of students, and improving the quality and delivery of instruction. Key strategies include implementing evidence-based interventions such as a math interventionist, reading interventionist, Really Great Reading Program, and Panorama Surveys. Professional development initiatives focus on improving instructional practices, utilizing data to inform instruction, and addressing the needs of diverse learners (English Learners, Students with Disabilities). The plan also addresses resource inequities by strengthening school culture, implementing rigorous content, providing student supports, and ensuring high-quality teaching. The plan uses NWEA MAP assessments, CAASPP, and other data to measure progress toward goals, which include improving CAASPP scores, attendance rates, chronic absenteeism, suspension rates, and English learner proficiency.

The 2019-2020 Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP) for Watts Learning Center Elementary School focuses on implementing a multi-tiered system of supports (MTSS) to address academic, social-emotional, and behavioral needs of students. Key priorities include improving instruction aligned to Common Core State Standards, providing high-quality interventions, strengthening the English Language Development (ELD) program, enhancing parent and community engagement, and ensuring a safe and positive school environment. The plan uses data-driven decision making to inform instructional practices and resource allocation, aiming to improve student outcomes in English Language Arts, mathematics, and attendance, and close achievement gaps among student groups.