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Welcome to The Accelerate School (TAS)!

A Message From Our Leadership

Dear TAS Community, 

It is an honor and privilege to serve as the Principal at The Accelerated School, especially as we move into our 30th year as a charter school in South Los Angeles. Since 1994 we have sought to bring a world-class education to our students, honoring our mission and philosophy to accelerate learning and treat each child as gifted. 

This year we strive to strengthen our academic programming through engaging, rigorous curriculum, metacognitive sense-making strategies, ongoing formative assessment of student learning, and daily writing. Building on our after-school sports program initiated last year, we continue to support our students to participate in sports like volleyball, flag football, soccer, and basketball. Additionally, we are continuing to foster curiosity, self-direction, and collaboration with a focus on developing the “whole child” so that our students can graduate prepared to tackle complex challenges and reach their goals. 

In Partnership, 

Lucy Hilarides
Principal, TAS K-8

The Model School

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TAS provides elementary and middle school education to students in grades kindergarten through 8th grade.

When TAS opened its doors in 1994, it was groundbreaking. The premise was ambitious, yet simple: good schools transform communities and community is created with shared values and common goals. In the decades since its founding, TAS became a national model for education reform.

Today, TAS continues to set high standards for educational achievement and possibilities. It provides a rigorous yet nurturing academic learning environment with high expectations of students and a strong belief that all children are gifted, and can learn and achieve their full potential.

Our staff and teachers, together with our parents, work to help ensure our students are prepared to succeed and thrive in high school.

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TAS 2022 Kindergarten Culmination
teachers and students dressed up in Harry Potter costumes

TAS SPOTLIGHT:

After School Learning!

At TAS, we reach for the stars!

Learning here occurs everywhere - including outside our classroom walls through hands-on projects, field trips, arts programs, and various wellness activities.

In collaboration with ARC, TAS’s after school program, students are learning to expand their horizons and surmount new and exciting challenges - most recently by conquering a rock climbing wall!
TAS 2022 Kindergarten Culmination
teachers and students dressed up in Harry Potter costumes

TAS SPOTLIGHT:

📢 8th Grade Open Run Basketball

8th graders can join us on Saturday, March 25, at 9 a.m. for 5v5 basketball games! You can join us at the WAHS gym.

Be sure to sign up for free ahead of time by going to bit.ly/wahsbball! Please feel free to share with other 8th graders! All participants will receive a free T-shirt.
TAS 2022 Kindergarten Culmination
teachers and students dressed up in Harry Potter costumes

TAS SPOTLIGHT:

TAS Students Display Musical Prowess

At TAS, students have the opportunity to learn a musical instrument starting in 6th grade. Check out these photos of our instrumental music program at TAS’ middle school 🎷🎵
TAS 2022 Kindergarten Culmination
teachers and students dressed up in Harry Potter costumes

TAS SPOTLIGHT:

Grand Reopening of TAS Garden!

The garden will be an outside classroom where students will get hands-on lessons in science, math and nutrition.

We can't wait to see the positive impact this renovated outdoor space will have on our students this Spring. 🌱🌻
TAS 2022 Kindergarten Culmination
teachers and students dressed up in Harry Potter costumes

TAS SPOTLIGHT:

TAS Celebrates Black History Month

Last week, we were honored to witness a special West African dance and musical performance.

It was a fitting end to our month-long celebration of the many contributions and achievements of Black Americans.
TAS 2022 Kindergarten Culmination
teachers and students dressed up in Harry Potter costumes

TAS SPOTLIGHT:

TAS students put on their own production of The Nutcracker

Today our TAS Elementary students will put on their own production of The Nutcracker!

The performance is a joy to see, and we are happy that our students enjoy incorporating the arts into their curriculum!
TAS 2022 Kindergarten Culmination
teachers and students dressed up in Harry Potter costumes

TAS SPOTLIGHT:

Three TAS Students Receive Prestigious Colburn Music Scholarship

Every year, TAS nominates several students to attend Summer Encounter, a dynamic summer experience at the Colburn School which helps kids foster artistic self-expression.

This year, three of our TAS students displayed such artistic talent, the Colburn School has offered them a full scholarship to hone their talents.
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teachers and students dressed up in Harry Potter costumes

TAS SPOTLIGHT:

TAS Receives Dr. Carol Connor Award for Improvements in Literacy Outcomes

TAS was honored with the Dr. Carol Connor Award from Learning Ovations as recognition of its success in improving literacy outcomes. This latest award is the result of our TAS scholars' hard work and our TAS team's constant devotion to ensuring student success. Way to go TAS!
TAS 2022 Kindergarten Culmination
teachers and students dressed up in Harry Potter costumes

TAS SPOTLIGHT:

TAS 2022 Kindergarten Culmination

TAS had the joy of seeing our Kindergarteners celebrate finishing
their last day of school at the TAS Kindergarten Culmination. TAS
sets high standards from the very beginning, and we are proud of
each and every student
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teachers and students dressed up in Harry Potter costumes

TAS SPOTLIGHT:

The Accelerated Schools is on Instagram!

TAS has joined Instagram! Give us a follow @TheAcceleratedSchools. We’ll be showcasing what our Accelerators are learning, special events on campus and photos of daily life at TAS, ACES and WAHS.
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Family Resources

School Operations

Academic Calendar 2024-25
TAS – TK/Kindergarten Bell Schedule 2024-25
TAS 1st-5th Bell Schedule 2024-25
TAS – MS Bell Schedule 2024-25
TAS WAHS School Safety Plan
TAS-Order of Contact for Parent Concerns 2023-24
Board Meeting Materials

LCAP & Finances

TAS LCAP DRAFT 2023-24
TAS LCAP 2023-24
LCAP TAS COVID-19 Operations Written Report
TAS LCAP 22-23
LCAP Fed Addendum TAS 2019
AB86 Expanded Learning Opportunity
Educator Effectiveness Block Grant
Esser III Expenditure Plan TAS

Reports and Plans

SPSA TAS 2020-21
TAS Local Indicators
School Accountability Report Card (SARC): TAS
TAS School Site Council

TAS Charter & Policies

Parent Student Handbook 2024-25 English
Manual para Padres y Alumnos 2024-25 Español
TAS Charter Petition – English
TAS Charter Petition – Spanish

Policies

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TAS After School Programs

Serving grades K-6

Serving grades K-6

TAS students may participate in a safe, engaging and free after-school program KTAP. Along with a nutritious snack and homework assistance, students can explore:

  • Homework support
  • Visual & Performing arts
  • Music
  • Sports
  • Nutrition
  • And much more!

Applications available in the TAS main office.

Serving grades 6-8

Students receive free tutoring and homework assistance as well as opportunities to participate in a variety of clubs which vary year to year depending on student interest.

This program is made available through a partnership with Think Together to support student success.

More information available in the TAS main office.

Get in touch with our team!

Email us at:     asktas@accelerated.org