Principal's Message

Dear Students, Families, and Community,

Welcome to HARTS Academy, where excellence is not just a goal but a tradition.

Welcome to the 2026–2027 school year! It is my pleasure to welcome both our returning families and those joining the HARTS Academy community for the first time. I am truly honored to continue serving as your principal and look forward to another year of learning, creativity, and achievement.

As we begin this new school year, we are excited to build upon the incredible accomplishments of the past year. HARTS Academy was proudly recognized as a 2026 California Distinguished School, an honor that reflects the dedication of our students, families, teachers, and staff. This prestigious recognition celebrates our commitment to academic excellence, closing opportunity gaps, and providing every student with a high-quality educational experience. While we are proud of this achievement, we know our best work is still ahead of us.

This year, we will continue to focus on providing rigorous, engaging instruction while supporting the whole child. Writing across all content areas will remain a schoolwide priority as students strengthen their communication and critical thinking skills in English Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, Social Science, Physical Education, Visual and Performing Arts, and World Languages.

At HARTS Academy, we believe every student deserves opportunities to discover their talents, challenge themselves academically, and express their creativity through the arts. Our dedicated staff is committed to fostering a culture where students feel valued, connected, and inspired to reach their highest potential.

To our families and community partners, thank you for your continued trust and support. Your partnership plays a vital role in our students' success, and we encourage you to stay actively involved throughout the school year. Together, we can provide every student with the support they need to thrive both inside and outside the classroom.

Thank you for being part of the HARTS Academy family. I am excited for all that we will accomplish together this year and look forward to celebrating the many successes that lie ahead.

Here's to an outstanding 2026–2027 school year!

Sincerely,

Raymond Vasquez
Principal
Humanities and Arts Academy of Los Angeles (HARTS Academy)