- Resources
FAQs
Where do I get more information about the District and individual schools?
- The "About Us" page is a good place to start. For more about the individual schools, go to "Schools" and click on the link to your school.
How do I start my child in school?
- Starting in District schools is done at the individual school site. To start your child(ren), please contact your individual school site. You will need the following documents for your child:
- One proof of residency (Utility bill, Telephone bill, Mortgage statement, etc.)
- Immunization records
- Address of prior school attended (so that a request may be sent to transfer your child’s records)
- Proof of age (Birth Certificate, statement by the local registrar or a county recorder certifying the date of birth, baptism certificate duly attested, passport, or when none of the forgoing is obtainable, an affidavit of the parent, guardian or custodian of the minor, or any other appropriate means of proving the age of the child as prescribed by the governing board of the school district.
- Proof of current physical examination (In order to meet State requirements, must have occurred after March 1 of the year that the child is starting school.)
For additional information, please call your neighborhood school.
How do I start my child in Kindergarten?
- Starting in District schools is completed at the individual school site. To start your child(ren), please contact your individual school site. You will need the following documents for your child:
- One proof of residency (Utility bill, Telephone bill, Mortgage statement, etc.)
- Immunization records
- Address of prior school attended (so that a request may be sent to transfer your child’s records)
- Proof of age (Birth Certificate, statement by the local registrar or a county recorder certifying the date of birth, baptism certificate duly attested, passport, or when none of the forgoing is obtainable, an affidavit of the parent, guardian or custodian of the minor, or any other appropriate means of proving the age of the child as prescribed by the governing board of the school district.
- Proof of current physical examination (In order to meet State requirements, must have occurred after March 1 of the year that the child is starting school.)
For more information, please call the school office directly as shown below, or call the Curriculum Office at the District Office at (562) 902-4271.
El Portal Elementary School
200 N. Nada
La Habra, CA 90631
562-902-4211
Jordan Elementary School
10654 Jordan Road
Whittier, CA 90603
562-902-4221
Macy Elementary School
2301 W. Russell Street
La Habra, CA 90631
562-902-4231
Meadow Green Elementary School
12025 Grovedale Drive
Whittier, CA 90604
562-902-4241
Olita Elementary School
950 S. Briercliff Drive
La Habra, CA 90631
562-902-4251
How do I find out if my child is old enough to attend Kindergarten?
- The Kindergarten Readiness Act of 2010 changed the Kindergarten entry date from December 2 to September 1 so children begin at 5 years of age.
September 1 - for the 2023/2024 school year
Can my child attend Transitional Kindergarten?
- This program is designed for students who miss the cutoff date for Kindergarten, who will turn five between September 2, 2023 and April 2, 2024 and as space permits for children who will turn five between April 3, 2024 through the end of the school year.
How do I find out about immunizations for 7th grade students?
- All students entering the 7th grade must have the "Tdap" shot prior to starting school. This is a booster shot for Tetanus, Diphtheria, and Pertusis. Proof of this vaccine must be received in the school office of your child’s school by the first day of school. Seventh grade students who have not had this vaccination will not be able to attend school until this requirement is met. Call the school office if you have any questions, at (562) 902-4261.
What is the proper procedure and chain of command for concerns?
- If you have a concern regarding your child’s school, you should first speak to your child’s teacher. If your concern is not resolved, then the concern should be brought to the attention of the principal at your school.
- If the concern is not resolved at that level, please submit in writing a formal letter to the Superintendent of Schools, located at 11019 Valley Home Avenue, Whittier, CA 90603. You may also contact the Superintendent’s Office at (562) 902-4203.
How do I learn about dress code?
- All schools have a dress code. Please see the dress code policy here, the spanish translation can be found here.
Where can I find a list of Lowell Joint School District telephone numbers?
- You may find a list of Lowell Joint School District telephone numbers below:
District Office (Main Line) (562) 943-0211
Superintendent’s Office (562) 902-4203/Fax: (562) 947-7874
Business Office (562) 902-4285/Fax: (562) 902-9252
Curriculum/Instruction Office (562) 902-4271
Special Education Office (562) 902-4275
Technology Office (562) 902-4286
Fiscal Services Office (562) 902-4284
Bilingual Services (562) 902-4272
Maintenance Department (562) 902-4290/Fax: (562) 947-9580
Nutrition Services Office (562) 943-6560/Fax: (562) 947-7611
Is there a charge for public education?
- Education is tuition-free in California. Schools are primarily financed by local property taxes and state funds.
What school should my child attend?
Assigned neighborhood attendance areas are determined by street name and number. Click below to see a map with the District boundaries. For additional information or to check a specific address, please call the District Office at (562) 943-0211.
Can I attend a school other than my assigned school?
- If you live in the Lowell Joint School District and do not want to attend your neighborhood school, an intra-district permit must be completed and approved. This form may be acquired at the District Office located at 11019 Valley Home Avenue, Whittier, CA 90603 or you can find the permit here.
How can I attend a school in Lowell Joint School District if I live in another District?
- To apply for an inter-district permit, you must first contact your school or district of residence to obtain the paperwork to complete and submit to the appropriate offices.
What is for lunch today?
- School lunch menus are available online. You may access them on our Nutrition Services page linked here.
What type programs of does the Lowell Joint School District offer?
- Special programs provided at the schools include art and vocal music (K-8), instrumental music (6-8), drama (7-8), and physical education (K-8). Lowell Joint is a one to one district, with each student being provided their own chromebook to use while at school during school hours. Libraries are available at all of the schools. Honors classes, STEM classes, and after-school sports are offered at the junior high school.
Does every volunteer require fingerprint clearance?
- Department of Justice and FBI fingerprint clearance are required of volunteers whose responsibilities may result in unsupervised work with students. Unsupervised refers to situations and/or volunteer roles in which the volunteer will be alone with one or more students. Examples include: one-on-one tutoring in a private space, facilitating yard duty, or a group field trip without a District staff member nearby.
Do I need to be fingerprinted if I am a volunteer or employee of another government agency or outside organization?
- Agencies are not allowed to share the confidential information required in a livescan request. The Lowell Joint School District is liable for all volunteers registered through the District and must request a livescan for all volunteers.