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Diverse Innovators Vying For Excellence
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About Us

Playa Del Rey Elementary School is a California Distinguished School which emphasizes quality inclusive academic learning environments that are responsive to student voice, arts enrichment, STEAM, GATE and student engagement. Our goal is for all students to thrive and make opportunities for the community and families to participate in learning and collaborative partnerships.

News & Announcements

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Let's Get Creative!

STAR NOVA'S Clay Studio: Fantasy Creatures is looking for four more students to run! This Wednesday, after-school class invites students to bring their imaginations to life with clay. Help make it happen- register today at www.starinc.org.
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Read More, Be More! Join the LAUSD Reading Challenge! 📚

Let's get reading! LAUSD invites all K-12 students to participate in the 2026-2027 Reading Challenge from November 2, 2026, though February 26, 2027. Students are encouraged to read books, complete up to 10 reflections, and help their school earn recognition.

Ready to join the challenge? Pick a book from the SORA app in Schoology or your school library, start reading, and submit your reflections. Every book counts, so start today and help your school rise to the top! 📚✨🐬
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Important Update: Playa del Rey Elementary Roofing Project

We're continuing to make improvements to our campus! An updated roofing project notice is now available for our Playa del Rey families. Please review the latest schedule and information to learn more about upcoming work and what to expect.
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We Are One

Visit LAUSD’s We Are One website if you or your family need assistance or resources including information on virtual school options, transportation, immigration, health, wellness, food, or housing.

Calendar

Oct 23

Oct 5

Student of the Month Assembly

Time: 8:15 AM – 8:45 AM

Nov 14

Region West Financial Aid and College Application Super Saturday

Time: 10 AM – 2 PM
Location: Various Locations

Nov 26

Nov 27

Dec 16

Webinar: GATE 101

Time: 6 PM – 7 PM
Location: Virtual
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Our Mission

Playa del Rey Elementary School is a diverse and inclusive school community, committed to instilling excellence in academics through effort and collaboration with families and our community. Instruction is provided in a learning environment that is responsive to all students, safe, caring, and rigorous.