South Bay Professional Center

Academies of Education and Empowerment at Carson Complex (AEE) is a mainstream public high school academy within Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD), serving students in grades 9-12 through college preparatory programs. As a public school, AEE provides comprehensive special education services including resource specialist programs (RSP), special day classes for students with specific learning disabilities (SLD), and programs for students with moderate intellectual disabilities (ID-M). The school offers all mandated LAUSD special education services including IEP/504 support, inclusion programs, vocational training, and independent living skills instruction for students with disabilities. AEE employs credentialed special education teachers and support staff who implement individualized education programs and provide transition services for students preparing for post-secondary education or employment. The academy maintains manageable class sizes and emphasizes strong family partnerships and community involvement. As a mainstream LAUSD public high school, AEE provides comprehensive special education and inclusion services, but is not a specialized special needs or therapeutic campus.

Avalon Academy is a specialized private non-public school dedicated to serving students with movement disorders, cerebral palsy, and complex motor and communication needs, ages 5-22. This interdisciplinary program integrates comprehensive special education with full therapeutic services including speech and language therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy, and adapted physical education. The school employs certified special education teachers, licensed therapists, and specialists trained in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) to provide individualized education plans tailored to each student's unique physical, communication, and academic needs. Avalon Academy emphasizes a family-focused approach with strong parent partnerships, maintaining low student-teacher ratios to ensure personalized attention. The specialized campus is equipped with adaptive technology, mobility equipment, and therapeutic facilities to support students with complex physical disabilities while promoting independence, communication skills, and academic achievement through evidence-based interventions.

Diane S. Leichman Career Preparatory and Transition Center is dedicated to empowering students with diverse learning needs, focusing on those who require specialized support to thrive in their educational journey. Serving a range of students, including those with language-based learning disabilities and twice-exceptional individuals, the school fosters an inclusive and nurturing environment where each child can develop essential life skills. The center's mission emphasizes rigorous life skills instruction, ensuring that students engage in vocational, community, and work experiences designed to promote greater independence. With a commitment to high expectations, the dedicated staff collaborates closely with families to set meaningful goals that enhance cultural awareness and community involvement. What sets Leichman CTC apart is its low student-teacher ratio, which allows for personalized attention and tailored instruction, as well as its strong partnerships with families that create a supportive network for students. This unique approach not only prepares students for future success but also cultivates active participation in the broader Los Angeles community.