Welcome to the 2026–2027 School Year!

Dear Encino Charter Families,

Welcome to another exciting year at Encino Charter Elementary! Whether you are returning to our school community or joining us for the first time, we are thrilled to welcome you to our family of Encino Explorers.

This year, we continue to build on our school theme of Community because we know that strong relationships are the foundation of student success. Every great journey is stronger when we travel together. At Encino Charter, we believe every child is an Explorer—curious, capable, and filled with potential. By working together as students, families, and staff, we create a school where every child feels welcomed, valued, challenged, and supported.

As a School for Advanced Studies (SAS), we are committed to providing a rigorous and engaging educational experience that nurtures academic excellence while supporting the social and emotional growth of every student. Our dedicated teachers and staff inspire curiosity, build confidence, and foster a lifelong love of learning.

Thanks to the incredible support of our E-TEAM and parent community, our students will once again enjoy outstanding enrichment opportunities, including:

⚽ Physical Education with Coach D'Mitri
🎨 Visual Arts through Viridian Art
🌱 EnrichLA Garden & Ranger Program
💻 STEAM Lab with ComputerWise Kids
🔬 Mad Science Workshops
🚀 School-wide enrichment activities and community events that strengthen our Explorer spirit

A strong partnership between home and school is essential to student success. We encourage you to stay connected, volunteer, attend school events, and reach out whenever we can support your family. To begin the volunteer process, please visit the LAUSD Volunteer Portal or stop by our main office. Together, we can ensure every Explorer has an exceptional year.

As we begin this new adventure, we encourage every student to Be Safe, Respectful, Responsible, and Kind. These core values guide us as we learn, grow, and support one another each day.

Thank you for entrusting us with your children. We are honored to be part of their educational journey and look forward to celebrating their growth and accomplishments throughout the year.

Together, let's make it a great year—the choice is ours! And remember, it's always a great day to be an Encino Explorer!

 

With gratitude and enthusiasm,