Mission & Vision
We are committed to preparing students to emerge as a new generation of leaders and help them become true citizens of the world.
Mission & Vision
We are committed to preparing students to emerge as a new generation of leaders and help them become true citizens of the world.
About Us
cwc los angeles
The mission of Citizens of the World Los Angeles (CWC LA) is preparing our students to emerge as a new generation of leaders – as trailblazers who are ready to tackle the future challenges and surpass the conceived limitations of what students, communities, parents, and schools can achieve.
All of our schools are tuition-free, non-religious public schools committed to socio-economic, cultural and racial diversity.
TK-5th Grade
Multicultural Studies and World Culture
Visual and Performing Arts
Enrichment infused with Social Emotional Learning
Joyful whole school assemblies + traditions
Strong academic program
Engaging after school program
6-8th Grade
Rigorous academics
Competitive athletics
Wide selection of electives and clubs
1:1 high school counseling
Social justice focus
ROOTS identity formation + dedicated advising
Our Schools
CWC Los Angeles is an intimate network of five high-achieving, community-based public schools that serve a diverse community of students on 7 campuses located across Los Angeles.
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Core Values
Our core values and operating norms are part of who we are collectively. They inform our decisions, influence our interactions with one another and represent a shared set of ideas that we aspire to each and every day.
Excellence
We demand lasting quality.
Diversity
We are better and stronger because of our differences.
Authenticity
We are our true selves in this work, and we are candid.
Community
We care deeply about people. We share and build partnerships. We celebrate, laugh, and seek joy, even in the tough times.
Change
We welcome the unknown, embracing the unexpected and new. We adapt to meet the ever-changing times. We find new ways.
Our Operating Norms
We operate with urgency and discipline. We know we can’t wait, yet we respect that change takes time, care and thought.
We operate with generosity of spirit. We assume the best. We strive to be empathetic and compassionate.
We operate with the utmost professionalism. We do what we say we are going to do, when we say we are going to do it.
We operate with integrity. We align our beliefs with our actions.
We operate as learners. We encourage vulnerability, poising ourselves for development and growth.
We operate with humility. We are respectful. We engage with an understanding that our experiences and perspectives are limited.
We operate with curiosity. We ask, “How? Why? Why not?” When facing challenges, we self-manage by turning to wonder.
Our Demographics
We are proud that so many backgrounds and cultures make up our vibrant CWC LA network. Even in challenging times, we encourage everyone to model the values we want to see and hope to make every member of this community feel safe, connected, and supported.
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Latinx / Hispanic
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White
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Multi-Racial
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AAPI
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Black / African American
Our CWC Network
CWC LA partners with Citizens of the World Charter Schools (CWC Schools), a national nonprofit that is dedicated to creating a national network of charter schools that celebrate and reflect the full diversity of their communities. CWC Schools is operated by a separate nonprofit organization.