LA's BEST https://lasbest.org/ LA’s BEST actively engages children creatively, emotionally, intellectually and physically, empowering them to explore and discover the opportunities in their lives. Sat, 17 Jan 2026 00:37:11 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9 https://lasbest.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/faveicon-150x150.png LA's BEST https://lasbest.org/ 32 32 Droids Robotics Tournament https://lasbest.org/droids-robotics-tournament/ https://lasbest.org/droids-robotics-tournament/#respond Sat, 17 Jan 2026 00:37:10 +0000 https://lasbest.org/?p=7388 LA’s BEST students put their coding and engineering skills to the test during our Droids Robotics Tournament, where schools competed by showcasing the robots they built and programmed through the Droids program. This exciting event brought together 162 students from 18 sites, supported by 18 dedicated staff members. Students in grades 3–6 used LEGO SPIKE […]

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LA’s BEST students put their coding and engineering skills to the test during our Droids Robotics Tournament, where schools competed by showcasing the robots they built and programmed through the Droids program.

This exciting event brought together 162 students from 18 sites, supported by 18 dedicated staff members. Students in grades 3–6 used LEGO SPIKE Prime technology to design, build, and code their own robots, applying real-world engineering and computer science principles.

Throughout the tournament, students demonstrated teamwork, creativity, and problem-solving as they navigated challenges and refined their designs. The experience gave participants a hands-on opportunity to see their learning come to life in a collaborative and competitive environment.

The Droids program and tournament reflect LA’s BEST commitment to STEM-aligned learning that connects classroom concepts to real-world applications, helping students build skills that prepare them for the future.

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Holiday Giving – Gibson Dunn https://lasbest.org/holiday-giving-gibson-dunn/ Thu, 11 Dec 2025 21:21:27 +0000 https://lasbest.org/?p=7313 Thank you to our Board Member Christopher Dusseault and Gibson Dunn for bringing true holiday magic to one of our sites. Their generosity surprised every student with their own gift for the season, creating a moments of joy. Board members and partners who step up for their communities make an impact that reaches far beyond […]

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Thank you to our Board Member Christopher Dusseault and Gibson Dunn for bringing true holiday magic to one of our sites. Their generosity surprised every student with their own gift for the season, creating a moments of joy.

Board members and partners who step up for their communities make an impact that reaches far beyond what they can see. Thank you for reminding our students that they are seen, supported, and celebrated.

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Family Health Fair https://lasbest.org/family-health-fair/ Sun, 26 Oct 2025 18:00:00 +0000 https://newlasbestdev.wpenginepowered.com/?p=7174 Thank you to everyone who helped make the 2025 Family Health Fair a success. We are grateful to our partners at USC Trojan Outreach, the Galen Center, and USC Athletics for their coordination and support in bringing this event to life. Together, we welcomed more than 200 LA’s BEST students and their families for an […]

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Thank you to everyone who helped make the 2025 Family Health Fair a success.

We are grateful to our partners at USC Trojan Outreach, the Galen Center, and USC Athletics for their coordination and support in bringing this event to life. Together, we welcomed more than 200 LA’s BEST students and their families for an evening filled with movement, fun activities, and opportunities to learn about healthy lifestyles.

More than 50 LA’s BEST staff members arrived early to set up interactive booths where students explored hands-on activities, won prizes, and enjoyed healthy treats. The evening concluded with an unforgettable experience as families cheered on the USC Women’s Volleyball team from some of the best seats in the arena.

We also extend our appreciation to Los Angeles County Supervisor Hilda L. Solis and Los Angeles County Supervisor Holly J. Mitchell for supporting the transportation that helped bring families together for this special event.

Thank you to everyone who made the 2025 Family Health Fair a joyful and memorable community celebration.

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LA’s BEST Joins LA84’s Play Day Block Party https://lasbest.org/las-best-joins-la84s-play-day-block-party/ Fri, 11 Jul 2025 20:36:59 +0000 https://newlasbestdev.wpenginepowered.com/?p=6026 LA’s BEST students and their families joined hundreds of others at the, hosted by the LA84 Foundation and Play Equity Fund in Historic West Adams as part of the National Day of Play. The free event welcomed LA’s BEST families and the broader Los Angeles community for a full day of interactive sports, dancing, live […]

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LA’s BEST students and their families joined hundreds of others at the, hosted by the LA84 Foundation and Play Equity Fund in Historic West Adams as part of the National Day of Play.

The free event welcomed LA’s BEST families and the broader Los Angeles community for a full day of interactive sports, dancing, live music, food trucks, art, and more. From play stations and pro team mascots to DJ sets and giveaways, the energy was high everywhere.

This celebration reflects LA84 Foundation’s commitment to equity in youth sports and its continued support of grantees like LA’s BEST. Through our longstanding partnership, students across 200+ school sites have year-round access to City Wide Sports programs that build confidence, leadership, and lifelong healthy habits.

Thank you, LA84 Foundation, for continuing to invest in youth and play across Los Angeles.

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Locally Grown: A Garden Party https://lasbest.org/locally-grown-2025/ Thu, 10 Jul 2025 21:02:21 +0000 https://newlasbestdev.wpenginepowered.com/?p=5877 The post Locally Grown: A Garden Party appeared first on LA's BEST.

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Summerland 2025 https://lasbest.org/summerland-2025/ Sat, 07 Jun 2025 01:09:03 +0000 https://newlasbestdev.wpenginepowered.com/?p=5794 The post Summerland 2025 appeared first on LA's BEST.

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Dance & Drill Team Showcase https://lasbest.org/dance-and-drillteam-showcase-2025/ Sat, 07 Jun 2025 00:55:03 +0000 https://newlasbestdev.wpenginepowered.com/?p=5776 The post Dance & Drill Team Showcase appeared first on LA's BEST.

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Students Meet Mayor Bass in City Hall https://lasbest.org/students-meet-mayor-bass-in-city-hall/ Sat, 07 Jun 2025 00:39:36 +0000 https://newlasbestdev.wpenginepowered.com/?p=5765 The post Students Meet Mayor Bass in City Hall appeared first on LA's BEST.

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Advocacy Cohort: Leading the Way for Expanded Learning https://lasbest.org/advocacy-cohort-the-challenge-2025/ Sat, 07 Jun 2025 00:23:45 +0000 https://newlasbestdev.wpenginepowered.com/?p=5750 The post Advocacy Cohort: Leading the Way for Expanded Learning appeared first on LA's BEST.

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Mayor Karen Bass Visits LA’s BEST 2024 https://lasbest.org/mayor-bass-visit-2024-2/ Sat, 07 Jun 2025 00:02:28 +0000 https://newlasbestdev.wpenginepowered.com/?p=5733 The post Mayor Karen Bass Visits LA’s BEST 2024 appeared first on LA's BEST.

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