APPLICATION

1Child Information

2Household/Guardian Information

3Confirmation

Child Information

Enrollment is finalized once all documents are completed, signed, and submitted to the LA’s BEST Site Coordinator or Site Lead at your child’s school.

Parent/Guardian Name(Required)

First Name Last Name

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I agree that I am the child's parent/guardian and can legally complete this application(Required)

I agree that I am the child's parent/guardian and can legally complete this application

Only a child's parent or legal guardian can complete this application.

Click the Add Child button to add your child. If more than one child, please click the Add Child button to add additional children.

Children Details

Child's Legal First Name	Birth Date	Select the programs you want to apply for	Actions

There are no Children.

Completion of the Child Information Section

Thank you for submitting this information. Please review prior to moving to the next section. Only the child’s legal parent or guardian can legally complete this application.

Household/Guardian Information

Submission of this application does not guarantee enrollment in the program.

Parent/Guardian Name(Required)

First Name Last Name

Address(Required)

Street Address Address Line 2 City State ZIP Code

If your child is experiencing homelessness, please use the school's address as the child's address.

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Is this the same address as all the children listed?(Required)

Yes

No. (If not, please provide the different addresses for each child.)

We will only use your email to share updates about your child's enrollment. If you do not have an email address, please submit the online application and then contact the Site Coordinator/Site Lead at the school where you applied. They can provide you with a completed physical copy of your child’s application for your signature. Staff are available to assist you from 2:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. for afterschool & summer programs and from 6:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. for before school programs. Please wait for at least one business day before contacting the staff at the school.

Email Address(Required)

Confirm Email Address(Required)

I don’t have an email address.

After submitting your child’s online application, please contact the Site Coordinator/Site Lead at your child’s school so they can provide you with a completed copy of your child’s application for your signature.

Your Primary phone number(Required)

Primary phone type(Required)

It’s okay to text me confirmation of this application to this number. I understand data rates may apply.

Your Secondary phone number

Secondary phone type

It’s okay to text me confirmation of this application to this number. I understand data rates may apply.

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Completion of the Household/Guardian Information Section

Thank you for submitting this information. Please review prior to moving to the next section. If you need to add another child, please go to section 1 by clicking the circle with the number 1 at the top or bottom of this page. Only the child’s legal parent or guardian can legally complete this application.

Application FAQ

Our online application is available anytime in English and Spanish, and it can be translated into other languages as needed. You can apply for the current school year and the upcoming summer program all in one place. Just click the “Apply Now” button to get started.

Who Can Enroll?

Elementary students in grades TK–5, with 6th grade participation at select schools
Must attend an LAUSD school that hosts an LA’s BEST program.
Enrollment is only for students of the host school (no off-campus students unless during Summer Program).
Applications are accepted year-round.

How Do I Apply?

Online Application available 24/7 (English, Spanish, and translatable to other languages).
Use the application form above to submit your information.
You can apply for the current school year and the upcoming summer program together..
Required Information:
- Student’s name, grade, student ID (if known).
- School name (must be LA’s BEST site).
- Parent/Guardian contact info.
- At least three emergency contacts (ages 18+).
- Medical information: allergies, medications, health conditions.
One Application per Child — each student must have their own application.

What Happens After I Apply?

Once enrolled, kids can begin attending LA’s BEST programming.
Emergency card, waivers, and early-release acknowledgments may be required after acceptance.

Enrollment Timeline

Start of School Year- Apply in summer or early fall.
Mid-Year Enrollment: Open Enrollment, students may start at any time.
Summer Program Enrollment- Applications usually open in March or April.
Annual Re-Enrollment- Required each year — families are reminded in the spring.

Need Help With the Application?

Contact the LA’s BEST Site Coordinator at your child’s school.
Call the LA’s BEST Office (213) 745-1900 for support in English, Spanish, and other languages.
Application materials and staff support in Spanish and other languages.

Child Information

Click the Add Child button to add your child. If more than one child, please click the Add Child button to add additional children.

Completion of the Child Information Section

Household/Guardian Information

Completion of the Household/Guardian Information Section

Confirmation

The following information applies to all children included in this application. You must answer all of the following questions.

PLEASE REVIEW ALL INFORMATION IN THE BOX BELOW AND CLICK "ACKNOWLEDGE" TO CONFIRM YOU HAVE READ AND UNDERSTAND

2026-2027 LA’s BEST Expanded Learning Program

Parent/Legal Guardian Agreement

IMPORTANT

To check your child’s application status, please contact the Site Coordinator or Site Lead at the school where you applied. They are available to assist you from 2:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. for afterschool programs and from 6:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. for before school programs.

Application FAQ

Child Information

Click the Add Child button to add your child. If more than one child, please click the Add Child button to add additional children.

Completion of the Child Information Section

Household/Guardian Information

Completion of the Household/Guardian Information Section

Confirmation

The following information applies to all children included in this application. You must answer all of the following questions.

PLEASE REVIEW ALL INFORMATION IN THE BOX BELOW AND CLICK "ACKNOWLEDGE" TO CONFIRM YOU HAVE READ AND UNDERSTAND

2026-2027 LA’s BEST Expanded Learning Program

Parent/Legal Guardian Agreement

IMPORTANT

To check your child’s application status, please contact the Site Coordinator or Site Lead at the school where you applied. They are available to assist you from 2:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. for afterschool programs and from 6:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. for before school programs.

Application FAQ

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