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Robotics for All Virtual STEM Classes

We offer both 8-week virtual Computer Science and engineering-related courses for grades K-8. This includes classes like Scratch, Python, and TinkerCAD. We believe in the importance of equal and accessible educational opportunities for all students, regardless of their backgrounds, so we offer all of our services at no cost.

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ExcEL Leadership Academy

ExcEL offers job-embedded, learn-by-doing program to help PK-12 teachers become more effective educators of multilingual learners in all academic areas. We are now offering two “micro-credential-based pathways” for teacher development: 1. Essential Support for Working with Multi-lingual Learners 2. Advanced Support for Working with Multi-lingual learners

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Game Lab High School Summer Institute

The UCLA Game Lab Summer Institute introduces high school students to game-making as a form of artistic practice, teaching them the techniques and tools that will help them develop analog and digital games that reflect their own creative voice and vision. No previous game-making skills are required, but students with...

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Themes in World History K-12 Workshops

This virtual K-12 teacher professional development workshop series will focus on themes in world history curriculum under the California History Social Science (HSS) Framework. The workshop series aims to provide area studies content and pedagogy training to K-12 teachers in California to strengthen classroom instruction of these themes. The workshops...

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The Culture and Equity Project

We offer professional development to expand educators’ knowledge of how to empower their students and use students’ cultural and linguistic capital as an asset in the classroom. We provide educators with theoretical and practical solutions so all students, regardless of their background, can reach their full academic potential. We believe...

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Coaching Partnerships

Center X Coaching Partnerships supports schools in becoming self-directed, resourceful, and collaborative communities committed to social justice. We support schools and districts in growing their leadership capacity through on-site coaching and our offering of the Cognitive Coaching℠ and Adaptive Schools® Foundations Seminar.

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Parent Project

Founded in 1997, the UCLA Parent Empowerment Project, housed in Center X in the Department of Education at the University of California, Los Angeles, has provided research-based professional learning experiences supporting schools, communities and families to develop, implement, nurture and sustain culturally relevant and responsive family and village engagement and...

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AP Readiness Program

The AP Readiness Program uses an academy model; mentor Advanced Placement instructors work with pre-advanced placement and advanced placement teachers to teach them how to help their students with the skills necessary to be successful in college level classes while they are instructing their students. AP teachers learn from each...

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Introduction to Data Science (IDS) Project

The Introduction to Data Science (IDS) Project is the leading national provider of high school data science education materials, professional development, and technological support. By 2025 we intend to be a center for research and development of data education tools and an advocate for educational policy change.

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Project EXCEL

Project EXCEL addresses the unique needs of school districts with substantial EL populations by providing professional development and support to educators in K-12 schools. The project uses a data-driven, tiered approach to instruction that builds on community partnerships to create personalized learning opportunities for students inside and outside of school....

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Geffen Academy at UCLA

Geffen Academy at UCLA is a university-affiliated school that provides academic depth, inspiration, and a humane experience based on the science of adolescence to students in grades 6-12. Geffen Academy students are encouraged to be questioners, analysts, and presenters who are creative, collaborative, and active young adults. Our students practice...

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UCLA Lab School

UCLA Lab School is a laboratory elementary school serving 450 students ages 4 to 12 (PreK-6) in a diverse community. Our school is located on the campus of UCLA, one of the world’s leading research universities. We offer an inclusive, inquiry-based curriculum that prepares children with the knowledge and skills...

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Summer Institutes

UCLA Pre-College Summer Institutes provide highly-motivated high school students the opportunity to earn college credit while advancing their skill set in one area of study.

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Summer Camp at UCLA Lab School

Taught by UCLA Lab School faculty, our classes are designed to actively involve children in the learning process. They provide a boost in science, math, reading, writing, social studies and art, all in the context of a nurturing, caring and fun environment. Our campus adds to the enjoyment by offering...

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UCLA Recreation

UCLA Recreation Youth Programs offers a wide variety of summer camps for grades K–12. Located at UCLA, the camps emphasize each child’s needs and personal development within a group setting. Activities for younger children feature cooperative play and include indoor/outdoor games, arts and crafts, swimming, and field trips.

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Program for the Education and Enrichment of Relationship Skills (PEERS)

The Program for the Education and Enrichment of Relational Skills (PEERS®) is world-renowned for providing evidence-based social skills programs to preschoolers, adolescents, and young adults who are interested in developing and maintaining close friendships and/or romantic relationships. First developed at UCLA by PEERS® Clinic director, Dr. Elizabeth Laugeson, the program...

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Professional Development at UCLA Lab School

Our professional development programs for educators offer a dynamic learning experience in an inspiring, collaborative environment. We provide support for helping students become active, engaged learners who have the academic foundation to be successful in an increasingly complex world.   PreK – 6th grade

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Principal Leadership

The purpose of the Principal Leadership Institute (PLI) is to recruit, train, and support a diverse group of individuals committed to the principles of academic excellence, equity, and integrity as a way to maximize achievement and opportunity for students in urban schools. The PLI at UCLA has designed a rigorous...

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Parenting & Children’s Friendship Program

Since 1982, the UCLA Parenting & Children’s Friendship Program has helped thousands of families by teaching parents how to increase cooperation and giving children the skills to form meaningful friendships. If you have a child with behavioral problems or a child who struggles in social situations, our experts are here...

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Parent Project

This project brings parents of diverse ethnic backgrounds together to share their expertise and to experience interactive California Curriculum Framework presentations by the UCLA Center X Subject Matter Projects. Parents have an opportunity to dialogue with principals, visit classrooms, and explore assessment practices. The participants then design action plans to...

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Near Eastern Studies K-12 Outreach

The Center’s outreach activities in the area of K-12 education strive to create dynamic and diverse professional development opportunities for Los Angeles-based school teachers. Curriculum and resource development and dissemination are essential to our outreach program. The Center is a founding member of the Middle East Outreach Council, a national...

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National Center for History in the Schools UCLA

Since 1988 the National Center for History in the Schools (NCHS) has nurtured ties between the historical profession and classroom teachers in an effort to improve and enliven the teaching of history at all levels. Through publications, professional development, and community engagement, NCHS links UCLA to teachers and students in...

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Latin American Institute (LAI)

Outreach at the LAI offer academic enrichment and professional development opportunities to local K-12 educators. Funded through a Title VI Federal Area Studies grant sponsored by the U.S. Department of Education, the LAI workshops offer analyses of major themes related to the Latin American Region. The workshops include comparative and...

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Intervention Program

The UCLA Intervention Program believes in and respects the uniqueness and potential of each child. Our goals are: To provide educational and therapeutic services which promote the development and quality of life for children and families To assist parents and extended family members as they adapt to and plan for...

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Infant Development Program

The Infant Development Program (IDP) has two primary functions: 1) to offer quality group care for infants and toddlers of the students, staff, and faculty of UCLA, and 2) to serve as a teaching and research facility for the Psychology Department and UCLA community.

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The UCLA History-Geography Project

The UCLA History-Geography Project at Center X is one of the sites of the California History Social Science Project.  We collaborate with educational researchers, historians and practitioners to design and lead professional development programs that enrich K-12 history-social studies instruction. The focus of our work is teachers and students in...

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Extension’s Education Department

Extension’s Education Department provides staff development, in-service, and professional outreach to practitioners at all levels of education. You can earn university professional development credit applicable to state licensing/credentialing requirements, salary advancement, or university/college degrees.

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Exploring Computer Science

Exploring Computer Science is a year-long, research-based, high school intro-level computer science curriculum and teacher professional development program that focuses on broadening participation in computing. We support teachers and districts through implementation of the course regardless of school resources. ECS provides professional development for teachers only to deliver the curriculum...

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English Tutors

English tutors available for those students who require reinforcement in a particular English subject. To request a list of English Tutors, please send an email to Stephanie Bundy at graduate@english.ucla.edu.

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College Counseling Certificate

This online program is designed to be a preparation for counseling high school students effectively and helping them identify their postsecondary options.

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California Mathematics Project

The California Mathematics Project (CMP) is a K-16 network dedicated to providing students a rich, rigorous, and coherent mathematics curriculum taught by competent and confident mathematics teachers who foster ALL students’ proficiency in mathematics—achieving equity in quality. CMP enhances teachers’ mathematical content knowledge and pedagogical content knowledge that is aligned...

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Bright Horizons Family Solutions

Provides childcare for children (infants to Pre-K) of UCLA staff and faculty. Highly skilled teachers provide the environment and experiences from which children learn and grow.

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