In his address ahead of the new school year, Los Angeles Unified School District Superintendent Alberto Carvahlo discussed obstacles that have had to be overcome, including immigration raids and the deadly wildfires Tuesday morning.
Carvalho gave his Opening of Schools address at the Walt Disney Concert Hall in downtown LA. Before he took the stage, there were several musical performances by students, including a mariachi rendition of the national anthem as a way to recognize the rich Latino culture of LA.
He explained that even though the first half of the year proved to be one of the most trying times for Southern California, the district remains unified and committed to entering the new school year stronger…