- Autonomy - While part of LAUSD, Pilot Schools have increased
control over their own resources. Pilot Schools are granted five
key areas of autonomy: budget, staffing, schedule, governance,
and curriculum and assessment. - Accountability - Pilot Schools
are held to higher levels of accountability in exchange for
increased autonomy. - Small Size - Pilot Schools are small in
size in order to facilitate students and adults knowing each
other well. Pilot Schools work to create nurturing environments
in which staff attend to the learning needs of all students. -
Commitment to Equity - Pilot Schools serve all students and
their enrollment reflects district demographics. Pilot Schools
are committed to continually examining student data to ensure
effective practice that supports student achievement. -
Personalized - Teachers know students and support them in
achieving their best. - Academic - Focus on college and career
preparation. All students take an A-G curriculum. - Engaging -
Schoolwork is connected to real wo