Serves Grades TK-8

5975 Shoup Ave, Woodland Hills, CA 91367

Phone: 818-514-4566

Fax: 818-514-1305

Email: info@lashonacademy.org

Welcome to Lashon Academy West Valley!

Serving students in TK through 8th grade, Lashon Academy West Valley provides a dynamic and supportive learning environment where every child is empowered to reach their full potential.

Our passionate educators foster a culture of curiosity, collaboration, and academic excellence through engaging, hands-on learning experiences. Students are encouraged to think critically, embrace leadership opportunities, and build meaningful connections with their peers while developing the skills needed for lifelong success.

At the heart of our school community are our SPOT values: Be Safe, Promote Respect, Stay On Task, and Take Responsibility. These guiding principles help create a positive and inclusive campus where students feel valued, supported, and inspired to grow.

At Lashon Academy West Valley, we celebrate diversity, nurture creativity, and prepare students to become confident, compassionate leaders. We invite you to discover a school community where learning is meaningful, relationships are strong, and every child can thrive.

From the Head of School

Dear Lashon Families and Friends,

It is my absolute privilege to welcome you to our school. As a TK–8th grade charter school, we offer a unique, cohesive journey for our students, supporting them from their very first steps in transitional kindergarten all the way through their critical middle school years.

Our mission is simple yet profound: to prepare culturally diverse students to be self-directed learners and responsible global citizens. In an increasingly interconnected world, we believe education must go beyond the textbook. We challenge our students to think critically, embrace diverse perspectives, and understand their responsibility to the world around them.

We pride ourselves on being a vibrant tapestry of learners. Every child is celebrated for who they are, and we intentionally cultivate an environment where every culture, background, and learning style is valued.Our structure allows for strong, long-term relationships. Older students step into leadership roles as mentors, while our youngest learners benefit from a safe, nurturing, and familiar environment.From foundational literacy to global awareness, our academic programs inspire curiosity and a lifelong love of learning.

We know that a child’s success is built on a strong foundation of collaboration. The partnership between home and school is vital and we view parents and guardians as essential partners in the educational journey. When we work together—communicating openly and supporting one another—there is no limit to what our students can achieve.

Thank you for trusting us with your child’s education. Together, we are shaping the leaders of tomorrow.

Respectfully,

Jennifer Kaitz, Principal 

School culture:

Students come to school excited to start their day  

Enthusiastic greetings from teachers and staff

Morning meetings that set the tone for the day

Free play and structured recess

Sample Schedule

Meeting_1

8:15-8:35am

Morning Meeting

Science_1

8:35-9:00am

Science and Project Based Learning

Reading_1

9:00-9:50am

Reading and Writing

Break_1

9:50-10:10am

Recess

Writing_1

10:10- 11:10am

Reading and Writing

Group_1

11:10-11:40am

Small Group Rotations

Israel_1

11:45am-12:25pm

Hebrew and Israeli Studies

Math2_1

12:25- 12:40pm

Math

Lunch_1

12:40pm-1:20pm

Lunch

Math_1

1:20- 2:00pm

Math

PE_1

2:00-2:40pm

PE or Dance

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2:45pm-3:10pm

Learning Support

Bus_1

3:10pm-3:15pm

Clean Up & Dismissal