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Posted 2012-05-30
"We are so happy our son is attending New West Charter. He had been in a private elementary school and we were happy to have gotten him in on a lottery. The school is amazing in how they have guided our son into the 6th Grade arena. They taught him how to organize himself and to feel free to ask many questions. He is proud to say he was a "Science Student of the Month". He is an A to A+ student and proud of his accomplishments. We thank every teacher for their love of teaching and commitment, and yes we will be sending him to the New West High School. How lucky we are!"
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Posted 2012-05-27
"Love, love, love this school! Both of my kids attended this school and they flourished in its creative environment. The education is project-based and the kids learn not from textbooks but from creating videos, podcasts, sculptures, etc. based on their research. I love that the school embraces technology because, not only is it the future, it is how the world operates now. Also amazing is that the school doesn't "teach to the test" as other high-performing schools do to get high api scores. The teachers really connect with the students, whether they're high achievers or those who need more help. It's quite common to find teachers spending their lunch hours and free periods helping students who need extra help. And, as a parent volunteer at the school, I was so impressed with how polite the students are...and, that's not something easily said about middle school-age kids. My family feels lucky to have been a part of the New West community. There's a reason why so many families are on the wait list for this school. If you're looking for a school where every teacher knows your child and where quality education is the highest priority, then this is the school for you."
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Posted 2012-03-24
"This is a great school. My daughter is in the seventh grade and this is her first year at the school. We attended Dana Middle School last year and she made the honor role, but I felt she was not being challenged. We applied to the lottery this year and got in! Her grades still remain hgh and she appears to be challenged yet still learning. I don't think there is a better public school education you can receive in the city of Los Angeles, it definitely ranks up there with some of the top schools in Manhattan Beach, El Segundo, Beverly Hills and Cerritos. It also ranks up there with the private independent schools, but it is free. The only draw backs for us are the small size of the buildings (it is very cramped), the distance we have to travel to get to the school, and the lack of PE facilities. A great plus is that they will be expanding to a high school next year."
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Posted 2012-01-19
"Outstanding teachers and principal, involved parents, diversity, and respectful students. New West is a beacon of hope in the public education system. I've taken tours at independent / private schools, and I can't believe we get to send our kids to a superior school, without paying a tuition. What we hear most from our daughter is how incredible and caring her teachers are, how nice the other kids are, and how much she looks forward to going to school. The students know how lucky they are to attend this fabulous school, and they sure show it. They are enthusiastic, respectful, trustworthy, high-achieving, and they have wonderful values. The students are very involved in community service and the take responsibility for their own actions. Similarly, we as parents know how lucky we are, and we give back to this deserving school through our involvement and volunteering. We truly won the lottery when our number was pulled during the admissions lottery at New West, and I encourage everyone to apply to this school."
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Posted 2011-09-12
"New West is one of the greatest schools in the Los Angeles area. They really have helped every student according to there needs. They are really a family. My child has no problem going up to the teachers and asking a question. I love the student involvement. This school is great. and especially since they are now opening a High School. I just hope they have sports for the high schoolers (swim, volleyball, etc.). Over 900 API score, impressive."