Mission

Our mission is to surround students with a community of support, empowering them to stay in school and achieve in life.

Vision

Our vision is that every student in Los Angeles’ public schools receives the supports they need in order to develop the emotional, social and learning skills required to graduate high school ready for meaningful employment or higher education.

Values 

Integrity 

CISLA demonstrates trust, honesty, commitment, and compassion in decision-making and interactions with colleagues, students, and families. ​

Empathy 

CISLA seeks to break down assumptions, acknowledge the humanity in others, honor differences in thought and experience, and build connections in an authentic and respectful way. ​

Collaboration 

CISLA intentionally creates collaborative spaces where everyone is committed to working together towards the same goal.

Justice 

CISLA commits to action in the face of structures which undermine the inherent dignity & rights of all people.  ​

Accountability 

CISLA holds ourselves accountable to all levels of ownership and responsibility for our behavior, performance, and decisions under clear, transparent, and consistent expectations. ​

Community 

CISLA recognizes the strength in connections and relationships and fosters these by demonstrating compassion, celebrating successes, and building camaraderie.