Ánimo South Los Angeles Charter High School
| Ánimo South Los Angeles Charter High School | |
|---|---|
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| Address | |
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11130 S. Western Ave. Westmont, Los Angeles, California 90047 United States | |
| Information | |
| School type | Charter public high school |
| Established | 2004 |
| Status | Open |
| Oversight | Green Dot Public Schools |
| Principal |
Ms. Taiala Carvalho (July 2013-) |
| Staff | 14 (2012-13) |
| Teaching staff | 28 (2012-13) |
| Grades | 9-12 |
| Enrollment | 617 (2014-15)[1] |
| • Grade 9 | 158 (29%) |
| • Grade 10 | 138 (26%) |
| • Grade 11 | 130 (24%) |
| • Grade 12 | 111 (21%) |
| Average class size | 20 |
| Student to teacher ratio | 23:1 |
| Hours in school day | 7.5 hours |
| Campus size | Small |
| Campus type | Suburb |
| School colour(s) |
Black Gold |
| Slogan | Preparing students for College, Leadership, and Life |
| Athletics | Soccer, Basketball, Softball, Football, Track |
| Mascot | Black panther |
| National ranking | 801 (U.S. News & World Report, 2013) |
| Newspaper | Paw Print |
| Website | http://www.animosouthla.org/ |
Ánimo South Los Angeles Charter High School (also known as "ASLA", or "Animo South LA") is a public charter school operated by Green Dot Public Schools of Los Angeles, United States.
History
Ànimo South Los Angeles Charter High School was founded by Green Dot Public Schools and established in August 2004. The first graduating class graduated in 2008. It is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges through June 30, 2014.
Animo South Los Angeles was founded in response to the dangerous circumstances surrounding Washington Preparatory High School, one of Los Angeles’s most troubled schools. According to the Los Angeles Times, in the 2000-2001 school year, thirty five percent of Washington Prep students were suspended, far passing district-wide suspension rates of thirteen percent. Not only were test scores and academic performance extremely poor, but the campus itself was so unsafe that in 2002, the teachers filed a written complaint to their union, calling the school “out of control” and demanding increased security on campus. Reports were released that the school was plagued by drugs, violence, and sex. Since Animo South LA was formed in 2004, students at this school have a safe place to go to where they can learn. Animo South LA has outperformed Washington High School in statewide API scores by over 150 points.[2]
Animo South LA's graduation rate is 81%. 90% of Graduating seniors are accepted into college, 79% attend college[3]
July 22, 2014 Fire
On the afternoon of Tuesday July 22, 2014 around 2:17 pm LAFD received a call reporting a fire in a High School near Western and Imperial. Reportedly the fire started with an AC malfunction. According to Los Angeles County Fire inspector Scott Miller, the School's roof, and exterior wall collapsed. 2 Firefighters were injured by the fire; they reportedly went inside to see if there were people in need of help. The fire made national news and the fire was seen in all of Los Angeles. One of Green Dot's first schools, Animo South just celebrated its 10th anniversary when the fire happened.[4][5][6][7]
Courses
9th
- English 9 or ELD/ESL
- Read 180 or 9th Grade Composition
- Algebra 1 or Algebra 1 Honors
- Math Support or Geometry Honors
- Biology
- Ethnic Studies or Academic Success
- PE
10th
- English 10
- Composition or AEE
- Geometry or Integrated Math
- Spanish 1 Non Native or Spanish 2 Native Speakers
- Anatomy/Physiology
- World history or AP World History
- College Readiness 10 (CAHSEE Prep) or Academic Success
11th
- English 11 or AP English Language
- Drama
- Precalculus or Algebra 2 or Geometry
- Spanish 2 Non Native or Spanish 3 Native Speakers or AP Spanish Language
- Chemistry
- US History or AP US History
- College Readiness 11 (College Spring) or Academic Success
12th
- English 12 or AP English Literature
- ERWC or ELA Elective or Film and Composition
- Trigonometry or Algebra 2 or AP Statistics
- Spanish 3 Non Native or AP Spanish language or Academic Success
- Environmental Science or APEX Chemistry
- Government/Economics
- College Readiness 12 (Career Readiness/College Prep) or LASWC
Animo also offers Advanced Placement courses. They include
- AP Biology
- AP English Language and Composition
- AP United States Government and Politics
- AP Spanish Literature
- AP Spanish Language
- AP United States History
- AP World History
- AP Statistics
Animo's AP student Participation rate is 56%, and its passing rate is 55%.
Awards and recognition
In 2013, Animo South LA was ranked the 801st best high school in the United States and 162nd in California.[8]
In 2012 and 2013, U.S. News & World Report ranked Animo South LA as a Silver Medal School.[9]
Student demographics
As of the school year 2012-13, there were a total of 537 students attending the high school.[10]
School Scores
CAHSEE
CAHSEE pass percentages accounted only for 10th graders.
| Year | 2008 | 2009 | 2010 | 2011 | 2012 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| English | 82% | 78% | 84% | 82% | 86% |
| Math | 70% | 68% | 83% | 84% | 87% |
API
| Year | 2008 | 2009 | 2010 | 2011 | 2012 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Score | 678 | 692 | 730 | 739 | 709 |
Athletics
The school competes in the CIF Southern Section of the California Interscholastic Federation (CIF) association and offers the following sports:
- Football (boys)
- Soccer (boys, girls)
- Basketball (boys, girls)
- Softball (girls)
- Baseball (boys)
- Track and Field (boys, girls)
- Cheerleading (girls)
On March 3, 2012 the Boys Basketball team won the 2012 CIF Los Angeles City Small Schools Boys Basketball Section championship vs Viewpark High with a score of (49-47).[11] Also in 2012 the Girls soccer team made it to the Playoffs the first time in the school's history
Notable alumni
- Corey Fowler (Smoove Da General), recording artist. member of Cali Swag District, creator of Teach Me How to Dougie.
- Jose Anthony Dheming, Salvadorian Footballer who plays for Chivas USA Academy and the El Salvador U-20 National Football Team.
Club and Activities
- Student Leadership
Panther Student Government (PSG) is a class of sophomores, juniors and seniors who epitomize Panther Pride. They strive to be model ASLA citizens and to “Lead By Example.” Their aim is to make Animo South LA high school a better and more enjoyable four years for everyone. Students elect student leaders from the student body to represent them and organize school-wide events.
- S.O.G.A. (Society Of Gaming and Anime)
- Math Tutoring
- Biology Tutoring
- SAT Prep
- World History Credit Recovery
- Biology Credit Recovery
- Chemistry and Science Study Hall Life and Job Readiness
- Breakfast Club
- Cooking
- Martial Arts
- ASLA Customs (Auto-Mechanic Club)
- Hip Hop Dance
- Cosmetology
- Drivers Education
- Guitar Club
- Music Production
References
- ↑ "Animo South Los Angeles Charter". National Center for Education Statistics. Retrieved November 26, 2017.
- ↑ http://www.greendot.org/
- ↑ http://www.greendot.org/page.cfm?p=3874
- ↑ http://ktla.com/2014/07/22/massive-fire-causes-roof-collapse-at-los-angeles-charter-school/
- ↑ http://abc7.com/news/fire-erupts-at-animo-south-la-charter-high-school/209557/
- ↑ http://www.latimes.com/local/lanow/la-me-ln-green-dot-charter-fire-20140722-story.html?track=rss
- ↑ http://www.myfoxla.com/story/26085278/fire-breaks-out-at-animo-south-la-high-school
- ↑ https://www.usnews.com/education/best-high-schools/california/districts/los-angeles-unified-school-district/animo-south-los-angeles-charter-high-school-2628
- ↑ https://www.usnews.com/education/best-high-schools/california/districts/los-angeles-unified-school-district/animo-south-los-angeles-charter-high-school-2628
- ↑ http://www.movoto.com/public-schools/ca/los-angeles/high/062271010836-animo-south-los-angeles-charter-school/11100-s-western-ave.htm
- ↑ http://www.maxpreps.com/tournament/_XDaFFjPEeGDlQAmVebEWg/-rce2ljdEeGDlQAmVebEWg/basketball-winter-11-12/2012-cif-los-angeles-city-section-playoffs-small-schools-boys-basketball.htm
External links
Further reading
- (in Spanish) "Incendio destruye preparatoria" (Archive). La Opinión. July 23, 2014.
Coordinates: 33°55′59″N 118°18′30″W / 33.932974°N 118.308470°W