8th Grade Parent Meeting - Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at 9 AM on Zoom: 82578454833
Join us for an important informational meeting as we prepare for an exciting final year at Porter. Zoom meeting ID: 82578454833
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Calendar
Oct 13
8th Grade Parent Meeting
Time: 9 AM – 10 AM
Professional Development
Time: 2:15 PM – 3:07 PM
School Site Council
Time: 4 PM – 5 PM
Oct 14
Magnet Tour
Time: 8:15 AM – 9:15 AM
Oct 15
8th Grade Zone of Choice High School Applications
Location: Library
Oct 12
Stronger Schools Together Information Session — Region East
Time: 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Location: Hybrid (Link to Zoom in details)
Roybal Learning Center
1200 Colton St
Los Angeles, CA 90026
Oct 13
Region South Choices School Fair
Time: 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Location: Gardena High School
1301 W. 182nd St.
Gardena, CA 90248
Region West Virtual Choices Fair
Time: 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Location: https://lausd.zoom.us/j/83201553181
Oct 27
Oct 31
Household Income Form Deadline
Time: 12 PM
News & Announcements
Porter Stars Honor Roll Assemblies
Join us to honor our 7th and 8th grade students' academic accomplishments from the spring semester of last year. Families are invited.
Student-Led Conferences Thursday, October 22, 2026 5:00-7:00 pm
Join us for an evening of collaboration at our Student-Led Conferences!
Walk-In Tutoring Every Monday and Wednesday in the Porter Library 3:15 - 4:15 PM.
Do you need extra help with your schoolwork or just a quiet place to do homework with support? Drop-in tutoring will be available every Monday and Wednesday in the Library from 3:15pm to 4:15. Students can get help from teachers in all subjects. Interested students must go to the library immediately after the dismissal bell. No sign up is required.
October Attendance Challenge
Attend school every day in October for a chance to win a Squishmallow! See flyer for details.
Porter Successful Talented Academically Ready Students (STARS) Lunch Events 10/16/26 & 11/13/26
To receive a ticket for the Porter STARS event, students must have academic marks of A, B, and C and marks of E and S for work habits and cooperation on the report card.
Stay Up-to-Date on the Latest from LAUSD through the Family Newsletter
Stay connected with the latest District news, resources, upcoming events and opportunities for your family through the LAUSD Family Newsletter, updated every Wednesday.
Porter Family Paint Night Wednesday, 10/28/26 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Porter families are invited to join us for:
*Step-by-step family painting session guided by our fabulous art teacher Ms. Sandoval
*All painting supplies included
*A fun evening with the family & a work of art to take home
*PTSA Food Sales
*Must RSVP to participate. First come first served.
RSVP here: bit.ly/4gCCdDS
*Step-by-step family painting session guided by our fabulous art teacher Ms. Sandoval
*All painting supplies included
*A fun evening with the family & a work of art to take home
*PTSA Food Sales
*Must RSVP to participate. First come first served.
RSVP here: bit.ly/4gCCdDS
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At A Glance
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Concert Band, String Orchestra, and Percussion Music Electives
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4 High School Ready Courses (A-G Requirements)
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Over 30 Clubs
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Beyond the Bell League Champions
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1110 Student Population
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Spanish 1 & 2 (Biliteracy Pathway)
Partners and Accolades
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