Oct
1
to Dec 31

LACER IS A TARGET CIRCLE PARTICIPANT - VOTING ENDS DEC 31st!

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ATTENTION TARGET SHOPPERS!

Are you a TARGET CIRCLE™! MEMBER?

This is your chance to support LACER Afterschool Programs with your community support votes from Oct 1st to Dec 31st!

HERE IS HOW:

Download the TARGET app

Vote for us in the Target app to direct Target funds that support our work.

Step 1: Choose ‘My Target’ in the Target app or ‘Account’ on Target.com

Step 2 : Change “My Store” as a of the target store with any of the following zip codes:

90022, 90024, 90025, 90041, 90045, 90065, 90230, 90260, 90266, 90274, 90278, 90280, 90401, 90403, 90505, 90621, 90650, 90660, 90670, 90703, 90712, 90731, 90740, 90745, 90755, 90803, 90805, 90815, 91011, 91101, 91107, 91210, 91303, 91307, 91316, 91324, 91325, 91331, 91344, 91345, 91364, 91405, 91411, 91504, 91505, 91606, 91706, 91770, 91801, 92833

Step 3: Tap ‘Cast votes’

Step 4: Find us & vote

Thank you for supporting LACER Afterschool Programs!

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Jan
15
7:30 PM19:30

LACER Afterschool Gets Mortified!

LACER Afterschool Programs and Mortified Media

Presents


LACER Afterschool Gets Mortified!

A special edition benefiting the LACER Afterschool Programs

Featuring Neil Katcher, Joe Hernandez-Kolski, Will Seymour, and more!

WHEN: Wed. Jan 15th 7:30pm - 9:00pm

WHERE: Dynasty Typewriter

2511 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90057

TICKETS: 

  • $50 General Admission Advanced / $75 Day of Show

  • $100 Reserved Seats

  • $1000 VIP Reserved Seats (for parties of four) 

Lineup subject to change | No item minimum | No late entry

TICKETS ARE NON-TRANSFERABLE | We do NOT honor tickets through third party sellers

*Day of show tickets based on availability.

If an event is sold out online, there will be no tickets available at the door unless otherwise posted on our socials.

 
 

Unable to attend , but would still like to support?

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Mar
15
to Mar 16

TEAM L.A.C.E.R. at LOS ANGELES MARATHON WEEKEND

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RUN FOR TEAM LACER!

In 2025, L.A.C.E.R. Afterschool Programs will celebrate our 30th Anniversary.

So, to bring our community together in a fun way, we signed up to be a LA Marathon Nonprofit Partner to welcome passionate race participants willing to raise funds and create awareness for our mission and work in afterschool, and to Run for TEAM LACER!

Why Participate for Charity?

Running for charity can provide a greater sense of purpose while you’re training, as well as a reason to cross the finish line.  Your fundraising efforts will have a direct impact on the all of the young people who benefit from LACER’s FREE Afterschool Programs and provide motivation to finish the race in honor of the donors who supported you along the way.

By signing up to Run for TEAM LACER, we will cover your registration fees ($187.50 -$44.50), and you will be required to meet your fundraising goal through the solicitation of support from your friends and family.

What Events Can I Participate in with LACER?

L.A.C.E.R. has entries available for the following events:

  • The LA Big 5K (Sat. March 15, 2025)

    Fundraising Requirement : $150

  • The Charity Half Marathon (Sun. March 16, 2025)

    Fundraising Requirement : $1,000

  • The Los Angeles Marathon (Sun. March 16, 2025)

    Fundraising Requirement: $1,000

SUPPORT OUR FUNDRAISER

If you are unable to participate in any of the above events, you can still support by making a donation to support our fundraiser. All the proceeds with go towards the continued growth and sustainability of the L.A.C.E.R. Afterschool Programs.

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Oct
29
3:00 PM15:00

Le Conte Skatepark Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

Le Conte Skatepark Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

LACER OPENS A SKATEPARK

First, the Le Conte Middle School skatepark is finally open!  After years of hard work and collaboration, L.A.C.E.R. is thrilled to say that our students will soon be “shredding the pavement”! Getting everything in place was no easy feat, especially, making sure our insurance was adequate, but we did it! 

It really took a team of persistent folks like L.A.C.E.R.’s Executive Director Will Seymour,  Le Conte’s Principal Duran, and our amazing community partners, and generous support from companies like FA Skate. 

 

This skatepark is going to be a game-changer for our students. We’re thrilled to have it as part of our L.A.C.E.R. Afterschool Programs and can’t wait to see the positive impact it will have on the students and community! Le Conte is the only middle school in LAUSD with its own skatepark – and the only one in Hollywood! With skateboarding now an Olympic sport, who knows where this could lead for our students? 

 

I would love to invite you/your team to join us for the ribbon-cutting ceremony on Tuesday, October 29th, from 3:00 to 4:00 PM. 

 

It’s going to be a fantastic celebration with community leaders, Le Conte staff, and maybe even a few surprise guests. It might be a fun way for you/your team to come see Le Conte and meet the LACER Afterschool Program in action.  LACER -Le Conte Skatepark Ribbon Cutting . Please RSVP to JB@LACERstars.org on or by October 15th as we’ll need to arrange special permission for your visit to the school .

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Oct
1
to Nov 2

L.A.C.E.R. Memory Wall

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As we approach Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) celebration, we at L.A.C.E.R. Afterschool Programs are once again preparing to honor departed loved ones and celebrate their lives through our beautiful ofrendas that will be showcased at each of our schools.

“The Day of the Dead is a time to laugh, love, and celebrate the lives of those who have gone before us.”

At L.A.C.E.R., we understand the profound significance of Dia de los Muertos and the comfort it brings to individuals and families as they remember those who have passed away. It is with this sentiment that we are reaching out to you, seeking your support in the form of a donation in memory of your loved one and a photo to be included in our altar.

The contributions we receive will be used to create a L.A.C.E.R. community altar that truly reflects the spirit and memory of those who are no longer with us. Your donation will support the important work we do at L.A.C.E.R. Afterschool Programs. Our organization is dedicated to providing a safe and nurturing environment for young minds to learn, grow, and thrive beyond school hours. By participating in our Dia de los Muertos project, you'll be directly impacting the lives of the students we serve while honoring and celebrating the memory of loved ones.

 To honor your loved one, we kindly request the following details to be included with your $25 donation:

  • The name (and/or nickname) and dates of your loved one to be listed as part of the altar

  • A photograph of the departed loved one (optional) to be included and featured on our virtual memory wall.

  • Submit the required details to Diane Allen at DA@LACERstars.org

  • FOR QUESTIONS CALL DIANE ALLEN OR JACQUI BIERY AT (323) 957-6481.

We genuinely appreciate your consideration of this opportunity to commemorate your loved one's memory while supporting our mission. Together, we can create a truly meaningful Dia de los Muertos Ofrendo that celebrates life, love, and cherished memories.

With heartfelt gratitude for your time, consideration, and support.

Your L.A.C.E.R. Family!

L.A.C.E.R. MEMORY WALL

This project is made possible by the generous support of the following Grantors, Sponsors and Donors.

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Jun
2
1:00 PM13:00

STARFEST 2024


The Wilbur May Foundation Presents

L.A.C.E.R. Afterschool Programs

HOSTED BY :

Motivational Speaker, Mindfulness Coach, Comedian, Actress, Singer, Pianist, Author, and Humanitarian determined to create positive change in this world. (Learn More)

PERFORMANCES BY:

  • King Middle School - Dance Team

  • Irving Steam Magnet : Rock Band & Dance Teams

  • Sotomayor Art & Sciences Magnet: Spirit Squad 

  • Le Conte Middle School: Rockband 

  • Bancroft Middle School: Dj Crew

  • Hollywood High School - Rock Band, Dance Guard, Marching Band 

  • John Marshall High School: Dance , Drumline 

  • Fair fax High School: Korean drumming

Photos By : Ranee Vespi

Video Footage By : Christina Valenzuela

Thank You to Our 2024 Sponsors

GOLD CREATIVITY CHAMPION

ADVISED GIVING, THE ANDERSON AYERS FAMILY,

ROSHAN KINDRED, NEIGHBORHOOD LEGAL SERVICES OF LOS ANGELES COUNTY (NLSLA),

JESSICA RITZ + HENRY ALONSO MYERS,

SHARON STRICKER & JACKIE GOLDBERG,

HEIDI SEGAL + ERIC KRAUTHEIMER,

ROB SIMONE, LAURA & KARL SLOVIN, UNIVERSITY OF THE WEST.

SILVER VISIONARY

EXPAND LA, LAZY ACRES MARKET, LUANN BOYLAN,

SHANA WEISS & JOHN SILVA

ARTFUL IMPACT PARTNER

ANDREW COLON, LINDA HORNER, DORRIE & PHIL LAMARR,

SHIRA PIVEN, SUSAN & DOUG SEGAL, ALISON TATLOCK,

LAUREN ZUCKERMAN

LACER’s Award-Winning Arts Programming is Made Possible by

 

The Wilbur May Foundation

 
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May
21
3:30 PM15:30

WORD WIZARD 2024

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What is Word Wizard ? 

Word Wizard is a word competition where middle school students have the great opportunity to explore and learn new, sophisticated words taught in high school/college. While this competition prepares students to learn one of the highest levels of word sophistication, it additionally supports students to effortlessly express their thoughts in a better and articulated way. This competition enriches their academic goals in reading and writing, it allows them to have the confident that is needed when they express to others. It absolutely inspires them to have a curiosity to learn more about new lifelong pathways in general.

What is this year’s theme?

Pokemon!

How many words?

Word Wizard competition contains 60 spelling words with its definitions and parts of speech. Besides giving our students the support they need to learn these words, we also provide them with the words' pronunciation and syllables.

How many schools & students from each participating this year? 

All five middle schools are participating this year: Le Conte Middle School, Irving STEAM Magnet School, King Middle School, Sotomayor Arts & Science Magnet School, and Bancroft.

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Apr
3
5:30 PM17:30

L.A.C.E.R. SPRING JAZZ MIXER

Spring is in the air, and with it comes the blend of new beginnings and jazz!

Along with Kari Jaffe, our newest addition to the Board of Directors at L.A.C.E.R. Afterschool Programs, we are thrilled to extend a warm invitation to you for an evening of camaraderie, music, and good cheer.

 

SPRING JAZZ MIXER

Date: April 3rd 

Time: 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM 

Location: Porta Via , Beverly Hills

424 N. Canon Drive, Beverly Hills , CA 90210

Join us for snacks, drinks*, and a live musical performance by the Joel Wenhardt Trio as we celebrate the season and the wonderful community that supports LACER Afterschool Programs.

(*no host bar) 

L.A.C.E.R. Afterschool Programs has been providing free creative arts, academic support and physical fitness/health and wellness programming on 8 LAUSD campuses to over 1,000 students everyday after school since 1995. 

Suggested donation $25/per person

Your generosity helps LACER continue to provide impactful afterschool programs for our youth.

Warmest regards, 

The Team at LACER Afterschool Programs



For more information contact Jacqui Biery at JB@LACERstars.org

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Nov
21
7:30 PM19:30

LAUGH with LACER!

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COMEDY AFTERSCHOOL

A Comedy Show to Benefit L.A.C.E.R. Afterschool Programs

TICKET PACKAGES:

  • $1000 PACKAGE OF 4 TICKETS - VIP (10 Packages / 40 Seats Available)

  • $100 RESERVED SEATING (40 Available)

  • $50 GENERAL ADMISSION (100 Available)

Note: You will be directed to the Dynasty Typewriter’s website to purchase your tickets.

Unable to attend this event but would still like to support this fundraiser ?

PARKING DETAILS:

The available options for parking are metered street parking, or the parking structure behind the venue.

  • Please take note of all street signs if parking at a meter. Wilshire Blvd (in front of the venue) is an anti-gridlock zone from 4-7pm. 

  • The parking structure is located at 611 S Carondelet and charges a $14 flat rate. 

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Sep
28
to Oct 28

L.A.C.E.R. Memory Wall

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  • Google Calendar ICS

As we approach Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) celebration, we at L.A.C.E.R. Afterschool Programs are once again preparing to honor departed loved ones and celebrate their lives through our beautiful ofrenda that will be showcased at Dia de los Muertos at Hollywood Forever on October 28th, 2023.

“The Day of the Dead is a time to laugh, love, and celebrate the lives of those who have gone before us.”

L.A.C.E.R. MEMORY WALL

At L.A.C.E.R., we understand the profound significance of Dia de los Muertos and the comfort it brings to individuals and families as they remember those who have passed away. It is with this sentiment that we are reaching out to you, seeking your support in the form of a donation in memory of your loved one and a photo to be included in our altar.

The contributions we receive will be used to create a L.A.C.E.R. community altar that truly reflects the spirit and memory of those who are no longer with us. Your donation will support the important work we do at L.A.C.E.R. Afterschool Programs. Our organization is dedicated to providing a safe and nurturing environment for young minds to learn, grow, and thrive beyond school hours. By participating in our Dia de los Muertos project, you'll be directly impacting the lives of the students we serve while honoring and celebrating the memory of loved ones.

 To honor your loved one in our altar, we kindly request the following details to be included with your $25 donation:

  • The name (and/or nickname) and dates of your loved one to be listed as part of the altar

  • A photograph of the departed loved one (optional) to be included and featured on our virtual memory wall.

  • Submit the required details to Diane Allen at DA@LACERstars.org

  • FOR QUESTIONS CALL DIANE ALLEN OR JACQUI BIERY AT (323) 957-6481.

We genuinely appreciate your consideration of this opportunity to commemorate your loved one's memory while supporting our mission. Your contribution will be acknowledged prominently in our display, and you're also welcome to visit our altar during the Hollywood Forever Cemetery Dia de los Muertos event to see firsthand the impact of your generosity.

Together, we can create a truly meaningful Dia de los Muertos Ofrendo that celebrates life, love, and cherished memories.

With heartfelt gratitude for your time, consideration, and support.

Your L.A.C.E.R. Family!

Photos by: Ranee Vespi & LACER Team.

This project is made possible by the generous support of the following Grantors, Sponsors and Donors.

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Jun
13
to Jul 28

L.A.C.E.R.'s SUMMER OF FUN

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L.A.C.E.R. AFTERSCHOOL PROGRAMS

SUMMER OF FUN!

(OPEN to ALL LAUSD Elementary, Middle, and High School Students)

ELEMENTARY & MIDDLE SCHOOL

When: June 13th -July 28th (Closed June 19th , July 3rd & 4th)

Where/ Site:

Registration: HERE ( Fill out this application online and drop off at Bancroft MS OR visit the school to complete registration forms in person)

Cost: FREE

VIEW SUMMER SCHEDULE

HIGH SCHOOL

When: June 20th - July 28th (Closed June 19th , July 3rd & 4th)

Where/ Sites:

Registration: HERE ( Fill out this application online and drop it off at the respective schools OR visit the school to complete registration forms in person).

Cost: FREE

For more information, contact your Program Director at your site or call us at the Main Office (323) 957-6481.

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STARFEST 2023
Jun
4
1:00 PM13:00

STARFEST 2023

THANK YOU FOR ATTENDING!

The L.A.C.E.R. Afterschool Programs and The Wilbur May Foundation Present

HOSTED BY :

RICHARD MONTOYA

ACTOR/FILMMAKER/PLAYWRIGHT + FOUNDING MEMBER OF CULTURE CLASH

EVENT SPONSORS

LuAnn Boylan, Advised Giving, LLC

Shira Piven

Jessica Ritz & Henry Alonso Myers

Tess Ayers & Jane Anderson

Rob Simone

Laura + Karl Slovin

Paramount Pictures

Neighborhood Legal Services of Los Angeles County (NLSLA)

Hollywood Community Housing Corporation

Jewell Jones

Roshan Kindred

The Russo Family

Elizabeth Weinberg & George Paaswell

California School Employees Association

2 Be Determined Events & Management

Slow Down Sounds, LLC

Sarah & Rosamond Weinberg

Jennifer Gross

Nancy Ortenberg

EVENT COMMITTEE

Lavonne Anderson, Tess Ayers, LuAnn Boylan, Madonna Cacciatore, Liz Dean and David Schulner, Roshan Kindred, Jennifer Gross and David Koenig, Miguel Angel Jimenez, Dorrie and Phil Lamarr, Helena Paulin, Alexa and John Pogue, Alex and Rick Rains, Will and Jeffrey Seymour Frost, Laura and Karl Slovin, Sharon Stricker, Jessica Ritz and Henry Alonso Meyers, Elizabeth Weinberg.

LACER’s Award-Winning Arts Programming is Made Possible by

 

The Wilbur May Foundation

 

PERFORMANCES

(WATCH FULL VIDEOS of STARFEST 2023 Performances by clicking on the titles below)

STARFEST 2023 SHOW DIRECTOR: Jessie Holder Tourtellotte


  • Pre-Show: North Hollywood HS Jazz Band - “Herbie Hancock Jazz Combo”

Program Director: Haziel Angeles

Instructor: Dylan Campbell

Alto Saxophone: Miguel Estrada

Baritone Saxophone: Daniel Wijedasa

Trumpet: Ethan Alvarado

Drums: Jake Tanda

Guitar: Evan Williams

Bass: Enok Alvarez


Program Director: Haziel Angeles

Instructor: Dylan Campbell

Performers :

Flutes - Cayden Bennette, Ava Hernandez, Alina Laaly, Genevieve Minton, Shashwat Mishra, Emily Pazos

Oboe - Penelope Swain

Clarinets - Ellia Castellanos Xochitl Cuevas Eduardo Diego Geily Macuitl Nathan Minton , Rubi Puente, Rabona Rahim, Robina Rahim

Bass Clarinets - Victoria Espinosa, Daniel French, Lillie Granger

Alto Saxes - Miguel Estrada, Sandhya Mathew, Alex Siapkaris, Ben Smith, Kevin Torres, Kira Torres

Tenor Saxes - Audrina Lopez, CJ Petersen, Kaitlyn Wijedasa

Baritone Saxes - Euri Sakamoto, Daniel Wijedasa

Percussion- Litzahaira Gonzalez, Andres Vazquez


Program Director: Marilyn Rangel

Instructor: Connie Dunn

Performers: Yelyzaveta Hlazunova, Rhianna Kelley, Natalie Martinez, Elle Marvan, Dayana Mateo, Vandy Murray, Olivia Ponce, Taiz Pozos-Flores, Juniper Rhey, Chloe Rodriguez, Alexi Salcedo, Yamuna Samundra, Delilah Stephens, Katelynn Torres , Abigail Velasquez, Donnalee Romero, Renata Caudillo, Dominique Colorado, Olivia Delgado, Arianna Delos Santos, Melantha Enriquez, Delilah Ferranti, Katherine Flores, Makhila Flowers, Ramona Gaberman, Janay Gamez, and Scarlett Garcia. 


Program Director: Clarke Curry

Instructor: Jacqueline Ramos

Performers: Tracy Hernandez, Leah Carranza, Simone McNally, Sasha Kepa, Katelyn Merida, Gianelle Prado, Joy Lukombo, Karmen Dorsey, Brian Hernandez, Briana Sanchez, Samket McKennon, Safari Saunders, and Aaliyah Farrar.


Program Director: Elly Calero

Instructor: Min Jung Kim

Performers: Mailev Cha, Madison Cha, Eugene Cho, Jennifer Ho, Joseph Hwang, Jun Jung, Joyce Kang, David Kim, Gilbert Kim, Mukhammation Mukhindinov, Surych Francis, and Mil Zack.


Program Director: Ramiro Segovia

Instructor: Jaylene Pitones

Performers: Paris Prevost, Nelly Antonio Luis, Keyon Holland, Kennedi Harvey, Laylah Smith, Robinson Mariah, Brooke Jones, Ziere Sherman, Mia Contreras Farfan, Nathalie Hernandez, Anaya Garson-Lowery, and Anabella McCalister.


Program Director: Haziel Angeles

Instructor: Edith Garcia Pineda

Performers: Debora Alvarenga, Alyssa Angel, Seven Anthony, Hannah Barrios, Melanie Cartagena-Mixco, Katherine Estrada-Montano, Manica Gonzalez, Charleze Gregorio, Alana Johnson, Sherman Kim, Daphne Marin, Katherine Mercado, Ayana Narkulova, Alani Nixon, Isabella Otero, and Jacqueline Vazquez-Olguin.


Program Director: Alejandra Torres

Instructor: Kay Bonilla

Performers: Olive Ayers, Haven Biglow, Adira Blades - Williams, Jayleen Calderon, Mathias Castillo, Brianna  De La Cruz, Sakura Delgadillo-Sanchez, Melody Enriquez, Amber (Nat)  Escobedo, Marcello Farago, Inez Florez, Chloe Harris, Angelina Krdodyan, Crystal  Labra, Priscilla Lopez, Julyssa Martinez, Sofia Ortiz, Irene Park, Leslie (Dakota) Quintero, Elijah Roy, Haylie Starks, Minka Sutkowski, Makenzy Toney, Camilla Vollalta-Recinos, Athena Wankum, and Miley Zegarra.


Program Director & Instructor: Haziel Angeles

Performers: Chidera Alozie, Ani Asatryan, Danny Barrios, Coral Benitez, Morgan Bertsch, Melanie Cartagena, Julia Ceja, Sabriyah Chavez, Eunice Choi, Charlotte Christman, Maya Claros, Jack Dobbs, Attila Dobrovics, Rock Edwards, Sasha Espinoza, Zoe French, Joshua Gilmore, Eva Guile, Isabella Guzman, Sage Heet, Emma Higgins
Oscar Johnson Kohler, Attila Dobrovics, Rock Edwards, Sasha Espinoza, Zoe French, Joshua Gilmore, Eva Guile, Isabella Guzman, Sage Heet, Emma Higgins, Oscar Johnson Kohler, Sean Lee, Nathali Leiva Iglesias, Nurniso Olimjonova, Sarai Perla, Jaime Pugsley, Brenna Reilly, Ariel Reynoso, Destiny Hernandez, and Mariam Tutuyan.


Program Director: Robert Moran

Instructor: Maya Stanton

Performers: Alexa Amaya, Janelle Gonzalez, Brooklyn Lopez, Brooklyn Molden, Nataly Rivera, Celia Salgado, Samantha Tuells-Portillo , Angela Munoz , Diamond Gilbert , Vanessa Romo , and Izabel Nunez.   


Program Director: Haziel Angeles

Instructor: Dylan Campbell

Performers:

Trumpets - Ethan Alvarado, Xochitl Cuevas, Eduardo Diego, Miguel Estrada, Benny Goldenberg, Sophia Morales, Julian Osorio, Euri Sakamoto, Rebecca Shavit, Joshua Shavit, Kaitlyn Wijedasa

French Horn - Julian Dohi, Sally Lynch, Giyen Mabunay, Eno Thomson-Tribe

Trombones- Enok Alvarez, Sam Chiloyan, Paige Connery, Naomi Cruz, Victoria Espinosa, Erik Hokanson, Rashelle Martinez, CJ Petersen

Tubas-Michele Dweck,Litzhaira Gonzalez, Alex Werth

Percussion- Skye Salce-Weaver, Jake Tanda


Program Director : Ramiro Segovia

Instructor and Director of Production: John Tourtellotte

Choreographer: Jessie Holder Tourtellotte

Performers : William Salguero, Bella Harris, Lina Agrello, Victor Solis, Cadence Murray, Titan Hutson, Julieta Marchesini, Eros Lopez, Iker Monge, Claire Bulnes, Eduardo Sosa, and Kate Berger.


VISITOR INFORMATION for the Wilshire Ebell Theatre: https://ebellofla.org/theatre/about/visitor-information/

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May
2
to May 3

WORD WIZARD (May 2nd and 15th)

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WORD WIZARD 2023 - Competition Schedule

DAY 1 - May 2

LOCATION: Irving Middle School Library

May 2, 2023 4 pm - 6 pm

Irving, Le Conte, and Bancroft

Winners and their Staff Coaches at Word Wizard 2023 Competition between Bancroft, Le Conte & Irving Middle Schools.

DAY 2 - May 15

LOCATION: King Middle School

May 15,2023 3 pm - 6 pm

(Winners and Judges of the King Middle School Word Wizard 2023 Competition)

(Program Director Ms. A. Torres welcoming the participants and judges of the King Middle School Word Wizard 2023 Competition)

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Nov
1
to Dec 31

Year-End Campaign 2022

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L.A.C.E.R. AFTERSCHOOL PROGRAMS CELEBRATE 27 YEARS OF SERVING THE YOUTH OF LOS ANGELES.

This year in celebration of our 27th Anniversary, we ask for your support for our Year-End Fundraiser Campaign to raise $80,000 by December 31st.

THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR YOUR SUPPORT WE RAISED $26,264.49 !

Here are 4 ways your gift will make a considerable difference this year:

1. ARTS: Costumes

The L.A.C.E.R. performing arts programming features music and dance classes led by excellent teaching artists across our eight sites. Students learn, rehearse, and perform throughout the year in a wide range of shows at their school, in the community, in major venues, and in competitions, as well as in events organized for all the L.A.C.E.R. students across Los Angeles. We have a huge gap to cover the costumes for their performances each year. Help our students look their best in every performance.

2. ATHLETICS: Personalised Sports Jerseys

The middle school athletics program provides intramural team sports and competitions (equal and parallel) for girls and boys. We would love to provide the L.A.C.E.R. athletes sports jerseys that they can wear when they go off campus for a game at another L.A.C.E.R. site, and when they are on campus representing their school and the program. Help us bring a sense of pride to our student-athletes by providing sports jerseys.

3. ACADEMICS: Color Printers and Ink

L.A.C.E.R. provides access to tutoring and the homework help they need with space and supplies to work on school projects. For most students, L.A.C.E.R. is the only place where they have access to a computer, the internet, and a printer. However, our printers are out of date, and students would benefit greatly from a new color printer at each school site to produce high-quality colorful school projects. Help a student reach academic success with access to a color printer.

4. HEALTH AND WELLNESS: Water Coolers

All of our school sites have water fountains throughout the campus, few are actually working or safe to drink from. The L.A.C.E.R. programs offer a safe space for all, free classes, and a healthy snack - we'd also like to provide fresh cold water that our students feel safe to drink throughout the day. Help us provide students with fresh water to drink

LACER AFTERSCHOOL PROGRAMS is a 501(c)(3) organization [TAX ID 95-3890819].

All donations are tax-deductible to the fullest extent of the law.

Check out our AMAZON WISHLISTS for our Middle School & High School sites and purchase program supplies to help our FREE programs remain fully equipt.

 

STUDENT TESTIMONIALS

Check out what some of our students had to say about the value of L.A.C.E.R. Afterschool Programs in their lives. (Click on each image)

 

Enjoy this performance of “Romance” by Camille Saint-Saëns by LACER’s North Hollywood High Orchestra.

 
 
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Art & Appreciation : LACER Donor Thank You Cocktail Party
Aug
25
5:30 PM17:30

Art & Appreciation : LACER Donor Thank You Cocktail Party

ACKNOWLEDGMENTS:

Catering Services provided by: May Catering

Live Entertainment: SolCal Chamber Ensemble

Artist: Fernando "Fern" Marticorena

Parking: The Post Group

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Aug
1
to Aug 31

Back -To-School Drive 2022

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Back-To-School Supply Drive

You are invited to attend our Back to School Supply Drive from Monday, August 1st - Friday, August 31st, 9 am -5 pm at the LACER’s Main Office 1277 N. Wilcox Ave., Suite 2, Los Angeles, CA 90028.

We will be collecting donations of school supplies for the upcoming school year.

Items collected will be distributed to our middle and high school students and programs and used throughout the year across eight school sites. Our programs reopen on Monday, August 15th.

Check out our AMAZON Wishlists below. You can have Amazon deliver the school supplies ( weekday deliveries preferred), OR you can choose to hand-deliver them yourself, and while you're here visit our Student Art Exhibition which closes on Aug 31st.

*Remember to shop with AMAZON SMILE - “You shop, Amazon gives” to LACER Afterschool Programs! Wow, that’s giving twice!

*If you would like to contribute to the “Back to School Supply Drive Fund” Donate HERE .

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Jun
4
to Aug 31
Visual Art

STARFEST 2022 : In-Person Student Art Exhibit

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ABOUT THE SHOW

This will be our first in-person Art Show in several years and our first at L.A.C.E.R.'s home, the historic Orchard Gables (built in 1904). The students from all eight sites have created art pieces in various mediums, including pencil, charcoal, pen and ink, acrylic, watercolor, graphic art, photography, sculptures, mixed media, and will feature select nichos from the LACER sculpture at the Day of the Dead Event at Hollywood Forever.

 

All of this is made possible through a multi-year gift from The Wilbur May Foundation. This philanthropic support allows the L.A.C.E.R. Afterschool Programs to make the arts an integral part of the after-school experience for thousands of students in Los Angeles. The Wilbur May Foundation support provides a minimum of 10,000 additional hours of arts instruction and performance time over five years across eight L.A.C.E.R. schools, providing an arts experience for more than 7,000 middle and high school youth.

 

Thank you also to our Giving Circle Members and all of our Starfest Sponsors for making this event possible.

STARFEST 2022 EVENT SPONSORS

PRESENTING SPONSOR

 
 

DIRECTOR

LuAnn Boylan

PLAYWRIGHT

Dr. Nathan Ford

Sidney Katz

Helena Paulin

Sharon Stricker

CHOREOGRAPHER

 
 

LaVonne Anderson

Nicole Carcel

Miguel Angel Jimenez

Roshan Kindred

Elizabeth Weinberg

STAGE MANAGER

Judy Dubin

Kevin & Monica Richardson

L.A.C.E.R. Afterschool Programs Giving Circle Members

Dee May Sidney Katz LuAnn Boylan UFCW Local 770 The Decurion Corporation

The Barbara and Brian Rosenstein Family Foundation Walter Shepard Sharon Stricker

Jackie Goldberg Helena Paulin Lindsey Horvath Susanne Hoffman- Kipp David Horowitz

Paramount Contractors & Developers, Inc. Logan Worchell Amanda May Stefan Sally & Linda Russo

Joan Elizabeth Potter Tommee May Elizabeth Anne Weinberg

*You can DONATE by visiting https://www.lacerafterschool.org/donate and selecting “Starfest 2022” in the drop-down menu! Thank you!

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May
27
to May 29
Dance, Music, Arts

STARFEST 2022 : Virtual Music & Dance Festival

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LACER’s STARFEST 2022 - Watch Now!

BE A SPONSOR TODAY by visiting https://www.lacerafterschool.org/donate and selecting “Starfest 2022” in the drop-down menu! Thank you!

STARFEST 2022 EVENT SPONSORS

PRESENTING SPONSOR

 
 

DIRECTOR

LuAnn Boylan

PLAYWRIGHT

Dr. Nathan Ford

Sidney Katz

Helena Paulin

Sharon Stricker

CHOREOGRAPHER

 
 

LaVonne Anderson

Nicole Carcel

Miguel Angel Jimenez

Roshan Kindred

Elizabeth Weinberg

STAGE MANAGER

Judy Dubin

Kevin & Monica Richardson

LACER Afterschool Programs Giving Circle Members

Dee May Sidney Katz LuAnn Boylan UFCW Local 770 The Decurion Corporation

The Barbara and Brian Rosenstein Family Foundation Walter Shepard Sharon Stricker

Jackie Goldberg Helena Paulin Lindsey Horvath Susanne Hoffman- Kipp David Horowitz

Paramount Contractors & Developers, Inc. Logan Worchell Amanda May Stefan Sally & Linda Russo

Joan Elizabeth Potter Tommee May Elizabeth Anne Weinberg

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May
10
4:00 PM16:00

WORD WIZARD - Le Conte, Bancroft & Irving STEAM Magnet Middle Schools

Join LACER Afterschool Programs as students from three of our Middle Schools - Le Conte, Bancroft & Irving STEAM Magnet compete to be this year’s Word Wizard Champion.

Watch LIVE on LACER’s Instagram Page @LACERafterschool to cheer them on.

By RSVP’ing for this event you will be entered into a drawing for a Samsung Chromebook Laptop. (1 entry per person).

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May
9
4:00 PM16:00

WORD WIZARD - King Middle School

Join LACER Afterschool Programs at T.S. KING Middle school for their annual Word Wizard Competion. Watch LIVE on LACER’s Instagram Page @LACERafterschool to cheer on this year’s students competitors.

By RSVP’ing for this event you will be entered into a drawing for a Samsung Chromebook Laptop. (1 entry per person).

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Mar
16
1:00 PM13:00

(VIRTUAL) COFFEE WITH WILL

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, WILL SEYMOUR will be sharing updates from the programs and the agency on how LACER Afterschool Programs has stepped up to meet the COVID-19 challenges to serve students and parents in our community. 

 

The programs across the city continue to thrive through the pandemic and the services, resources, food, and care that LACER provides is just as important as it was before the pandemic began. We have a lot of innovative ways to close out the 2021-22 school year and the year to come.

 

We hope you can join in on the conversation. All this work is made possible by the gifts of resources and time from our Giving Circle Members, Community Partners, Board Members, Donors, Grantors, School Partners, Volunteers, Instructors, Staff, LAUSD/BTB, and Elected Officials.

 

There will be a Q&A session, so you can send your questions in advance, and we'll be sure to include it in our conversation. Send your question here!

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Feb
14
8:00 PM20:00

BENEFIT PERFORMANCE: Sacred Fools Theater Company's "How We Got On"

The proceeds from a very special “Do (Pay) What You Can” Performance on Monday, Feb 7th 8pm will be donated to LACER Afterschool Programs.

ABOUT THE PERFORMANCE:

How We Got On by Idris Goodwin connects with everyone whether you rocked a Kangol in the 80s or not. This play is about thinking big when your surroundings are small. It's about finding your voice and the joy within yourself no matter your circumstances.This brilliant coming-of-age story is set in 1988 as Hip-Hop is blowing up. Those who came of age during this time will fall in love with the show from the first needle drop. Those that didn't will find that hip-hop culture lives within us all: Rich people. Poor. Handsome people. Ugly. Citizens. Immigrants. Everybody.

RUNTIME: 90 min - NO INTERMISSION

Read More: https://www.broadwayworld.com/los-angeles/article/Sacred-Fools-Presents-HOW-WE-GOT-ON-20220118

Reservations can be made by contacting sfreservations@sacredfools.org or buy tickets online at www.sacredfools.org.

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Feb
10
11:00 AM11:00

COFFEE WITH THE ED (Virtual)

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EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, WILL SEYMOUR will be sharing updates from the programs and the agency on how LACER Afterschool Programs has stepped up to meet the COVID-19 challenges to serve students and parents in our community. 

 

The programs across the city continue to thrive through the pandemic and the services, resources, food, and care that LACER provides is just as important as it was before the pandemic began. We have a lot of innovative ways to close out the 2021-22 school year and the year to come.

 

We hope you can join in on the conversation. All this work is made possible by the gifts of resources and time from our Giving Circle Members, Community Partners, Board Members, Donors, Grantors, School Partners, Volunteers, Instructors, Staff, LAUSD/BTB, and Elected Officials.

 

There will be a Q&A session, so you can send your questions in advance, and we'll be sure to include it in our conversation. Send your question here!

RSVP BELOW:

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LACER's 26th Annual Fundraiser and Show
Nov
19
6:30 PM18:30

LACER's 26th Annual Fundraiser and Show

THANK YOU for joining us; if you missed the show, you could still watch it on YouTube and Facebook. The show, hosted by Executive Director, Will Seymour, featured performances from middle school and high school students from the LACER Vault and our virtual classes. We heard from lots of students, parents, instructors, board members, and we loved all of the comments and donations during the LIVE show!

THANK YOU

Giving Circle Members

(Donors who have generously made a five-year commitment)

Dee May • Sid Katz • Decurion Corporation • Alfred Fraijo Jr. & Arturo Becerra • Donelle Dadigan • UFCW Local 770 • Jackie Goldberg & Sharon Stricker • Susanne Hoffman-Kipp • Paramount Contractors • David & Jacki Horwitz • Josh Kurpies • John Grant • The Musicians Foundation • Linda & Sally Russo • Chavi Hertz • Sharon Stricker • Joan Potter • Debbie Tibey • Logan Worchell • Tommee May • Councilmember Lindsay Horvath • Walt Shepard & Art Scangas • Amanda Stefan • Elizabeth Weinberg & George Paaswell • Barbara & Brian Rosenstein Foundation • Helena Paulin & Jonathan Pintoff • Anita & Arnold Rosenstein Family Foundation

Production

2BDetermined Events, Lavonne Anderson, and Kevin J. Rutkowski

Diane Allen and Will Seymour

Craig Weiss CBS-VFX

and all the LACER staff, students, and instructors for making everything possible.

Thank You

2020 Sponsors

Platinum Star

Anonymous

Gold Star

Anonymous

Jackie Goldberg & Sharon Stricker

SEIU 721

Office of LAUSD School Board Member Jackie Goldberg - District 5

Silver Star

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

Brian Folb, Paramount Contractors & Developers, Inc.

The Minzer Family

Jessica Ritz

Judy "Jewel" Jones

LuAnn Boylan

Carol Singer

Star

Hollywood Chamber of Commerce

Office of LAUSD School Board Member Nick Melvoin-District 4

Paramount Pictures

Pantages Theatre

Cindy Nguyen

Elizabeth Weinberg & George Paaswell

Gabriel Velasquez

Joseph Biderman and Richard Holbrook

Julia Bedanova

Keith Wong

Loren Ostrow

Rosamond Weinberg

Craig Darian

Itza Mari

Helena Paulin

Diane Hansen

Pamela Elton

Friend of LACER

City National Bank

Nicole Carcel

Occidental Entertainment Group

Richard Mordesovich

Neil Katcher

Michael Steere

Hon. Mike Feuer, LA City Attorney

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Virtual Back to School Art Night
Sep
30
6:30 PM18:30

Virtual Back to School Art Night

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Join LACER Afterschool Board of Directors and Executive Director, WillSeymour for a fun Back-to-School Art Night led by teaching artist Ms. Sofia (Sofia Lizarraga Vidal) on Wed. Sept 30th at 6:30 pm via Zoom.

Get a behind the scenes experience of a LACER Afterschool’s Art Class and have some fun creating your very own art project. We’ll also have some time to talk about what the agency does in the community and our new ONLINE classes.

 

We look forward to seeing you!

(Note:  After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.)

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Aug
18
to Sep 30

Back To School Registration 2020

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REGISTRATION INSTRUCTIONS: Complete the registration form, save it to your computer, and then email it to your school listed below.

INSTRUCCIONES DE REGISTRO: Complete el formulario de registro, guárdelo en su computadora y luego envíelo por correo electrónico a la escuela que asista su hijo/a.

LACER Afterschool Program Sites:

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LACER's Hollywood Idol - POSTPONED
May
29
2:00 PM14:00

LACER's Hollywood Idol - POSTPONED

Our Hollywood High School site’s last show of the year highlighting the talents of LACER's Hollywood High students.

Each year, 10 finalists have the opportunity to perform in front of an audience of 1500 plus 4 industry judges to compete for the title of LACER HOLLYWOOD IDOL!

Here is what we accomplished:

  • Promo video was shown to the entire student body at our February Assembly

  • Musicians Institute and Music Forward Foundation pledged donation scholarships to contestants of Hollywood Idol.

  • Our Production Team was constructed and was meeting

  • Auditions were held. Contestants, Acts, and music were curated and we were picked were in show rehearsal mode.

  • Black and white t-shirt samples were made.

  • Our tech team was getting ready to put an impressive show together.

  • Our 2020 Flyer was made and we were gearing up for promotion.

• Had commercial slots open for fundraising towards production and programming. 

WATCH THE HOLLYWOOD IDOL PROMO VIDEO BELOW:

~Thank you to the support of the Musicians Institute and House of Blues Music Forward Foundation for believing in the project this year as it was coming together.

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Save The Five Campaign
May
27
to Jul 1

Save The Five Campaign

AFTER SCHOOL programs like @LACERafterschool at John Marshall High School, are a crucial part of the community. NOW IS NOT THE TIME TO CUT SERVICES! We provide safety, food, mentorship, jobs, community partnerships, and so much more. These are CRITICAL services that would otherwise not be possible!

SIGN THE PETITION: https://www.ipetitions.com/petition/save-the-five

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STARFEST 2020: Virtual Edition
May
26
to Jun 8
Dance, Music, Arts, Visual Art

STARFEST 2020: Virtual Edition

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Join us for a look into LACER Afterschool’s music, dance, and visual art programs with work created by LACER students, produced and curated by LACER teaching artists and staff.

STARFEST 2020: Virtual Edition

This virtual Arts Event is Made Possible by

The Wilbur May Foundation

the US Bank Foundation, members of the Giving Circle, and Event Sponsors.

EVENT SPONSORS

DIRECTOR Julie Kleinick, Paulin Pintoff Fund

PLAYWRIGHT Occidental Entertainment

STAGE MANAGER Councilmember Paul Koretz, Public Interest Investigations, Inc., California School Employee Association, Diane Hansen.

FAN Judith Dubin

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Created by LACER Students

Produced and Curated by LACER Teaching Artists and Staff (see full credits below)

BE A SPONSOR TODAY by visiting https://www.lacerafterschool.org/donate and selecting “Starfest 2020” in the drop-down menu! Thank you!

SPECIAL EVENT - Behind the Scenes of STARFEST 2020

Watch a recap of our Starfest 2020: Virtual Edition SPECIAL EVENT held on Wed. June 3rd, 2020. Our Executive Director Will Seymour Frost, and a panel of LACER Teaching Artists give us a behind-the-scenes look at our arts programming at LACER Afterschool Programs. -Raquel Pacheco : Visual Art Instructor -Trent Durazo : Music Instructor -Lisa Marie Maestas : Music Instructor -Raphael Delos Santos : Dance Instructor

ACT ONE: Music

ACT TWO: Dance

ACT THREE: Art

LACER at King Middle School Art Gallery

Color Theory Portraits

Surrealism

Paper Mache Hearts

Student Spotlight: Edric A. (King M.S.)

Student Spotlight: Giovanna’s Portfolio (King M.S.)

LACER at Bancroft Middle School Art Gallery

LACER at Irving & Le Conte Middle School Art Gallery

Student Spotlight: Phetlada (LeConte M.S.)

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THANK YOU

This virtual Arts Event is Made Possible by

The Wilbur May Foundation

the US Bank Foundation, members of the Giving Circle, and Event Sponsors.

EVENT SPONSORS

DIRECTOR Julie Kleinick, Paulin Pintoff Fund

PLAYWRIGHT Occidental Entertainment

STAGE MANAGER Councilmember Paul Koretz, Public Interest Investigations, Inc., California School Employee Association, Diane Hansen.

FAN Judith Dubin

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Created by LACER Students

Produced and Curated by LACER Teaching Artists and Staff

High School Teaching Artists

Music Instructors

Fairfax/Hollywood - Trent Durazo (Rock Band)

Fairfax - Min Jung Kim (Korean Drumming)

Hollywood - Carlos Aguilar (Marching Band)

Hollywood - Marcella Fruehan (Recording & Production)

North Hollywood - Dylan Campbell - (Band/Drumline/Orchestra)

North Hollywood - Robin Sharp - (Band/Drumline/Orchestra)

Dance Instructors

Fairfax - Adrianna Vieux (Dance)

Hollywood - Kiva Davis (Dance)

Marshall - Kimberly Melgar (Short Flags)

Marshall - Arnulfo Ocasla (Dance)

North Hollywood - Haziel Angeles (Dance)

Visual Artist

North Hollywood - Ana Ostorga (Arts & Craft)

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Middle School Teaching Artists

Visual Artists

Bancroft - Ariel Mar

Le Conte - Sofia Lizarraga

Irving - Sofia Lizarraga

King - Raquel Pacheco

Dance Instructors

Bancroft - Clark Curry

King Dance - Rafael De Los Santos

King Drill - Dominique Rufallo 

Music Instructors

Le Conte - Lisa Marie Maestas and Tracey Singleton III

Irving - Lisa Marie Maestas and Tracey Singleton III

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