Throughout the year our supporters invite our students to participate in incredible experiences that help them develop their potential. Recently, our students had an opportunity to express their gratitude. edl.io/n2009351

Base Camp, created by Foundation Board Chair Grant Cambridge, gives our students the chance to hike local mountains in the fall and spring while receiving mentorship and inspiration to help them develop their potential. Our Foundation Board is committed to

For many years, world-renowned dermatologist Dr. Pearl Grimes has been an inspiring mentor and advocate for Value Schools students. On Saturday, she hosted the second session of the CARRY Foundation Speaker Series, providing an invaluable experience for ou

Meghann Nuño, our experienced English Language Development Coordinator at Downtown Value School, has dedicated her career to creating lasting connections and empowering students to thrive academically and personally. Now in her third year at Downtown Value

As we enter the 2024-2025 school year, we celebrate 23 years of providing the Value Schools brand of education to families in Los Angeles. The values we teach at our four schools reinforce those our parents impart at home and ultimately guide our students

Last spring, Susan Porath, wife of Value Schools' founder, Dr. Jerome Porath, introduced us to Ms. Shakila Stewart, who provided a one-hour presentation at University Prep with 9th grade students in the school's Community Room. edl.io/n1984838

At Value Schools, we are incredibly fortunate to be led by 18 creative, innovative, generous, and selfless professionals who serve on both our School Board and Foundation Board. This year, we proudly honor their volunteer service, which has had a lasting i

On behalf of the Value Schools community, we are pleased to share this year-end report, highlighting the progress we’ve made together for our students. This report reflects the positive impact of your ongoing support and partnership. We are grateful to all

As we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, Lucia Gomez, the Freshman Seminar teacher at University Prep Value, exemplifies the profound impact of cultural identity and values in education. Lucia understands the power of recognizing and celebrating diversity

"I enjoyed every moment at Public Storage. Just learning about how everything works and how much the employees loved their job reinforced my hope of pursuing a career in architecture." – Taken from our survey, 11th Grade Student, University Prep Value http

“This experience allowed me to gain knowledge about Glenair, the college admissions process, and different types of professions. I was able to learn about vertical/horizontal integration, high-cost-of-failure systems, and transactional relationships. I wil

In June, Capital Group associate Uma Kommineni organized an immersive, full-day Career Exploration experience, helping our students gain valuable insights into investment management, resume building, interviewing skills, and self-advocacy strategies. https

In June 2024, Value Schools had much to celebrate! We’re especially proud of all our graduates who have completed their high school career and are now moving on to their next educational challenge. Our graduates have worked diligently and fulfilled their d

We are thrilled to share some exciting updates and developments at Value Schools, made possible through the generous support of our donors and community members. Your contributions have been instrumental in enhancing our professional development programs a

Linda Gunn and her team at Gunn/Jerkens Marketing and Communications continued their valuable engagement with our students from Value Schools. In April, Linda and her team led a session on "creating a brand" at their office in Long Beach, fostering both le

The Back East Scholars Trip (BEST) was initiated in 2013 by Board Chair Grant Cambridge. He noticed many of our graduating seniors chose not to attend college. A small percentage enrolled in local state institutions. Students didn’t feel they had access to

With a flurry of opportunities for our students both on and off campus, we are immersed in a series of enriching experiences that empower our students of all ages to realize their fullest potential. Thanks to our generous donors, our students continue to l

Celebrating another year of student empowerment! We are proud to have provided exceptional values-based education for the youth of Los Angeles for more than twenty years. edl.io/n1846579

Tom Levee, a devoted member of the Value Schools Foundation Board, has proudly returned to his Los Angeles home after a breathtaking journey along the Continental Divide Trail (CDT). edl.io/n1813675

In an extraordinary show of commitment and generosity, Capital Group associates, in partnership with Northwestern Mutual, have raised over $270,000 to establish 529 education investment accounts for kindergarteners at Everest Value School and Downtown Valu