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Welcome Back to the 2026-2027 School Year

Welcome to Lake Balboa College Preparatory Magnet, where excellence, opportunity, and student achievement are at the heart of everything we do. We are proud to provide a rigorous, supportive, and inclusive learning environment that prepares students for success in college, careers, and life.
As we begin an exciting new school year, we are delighted to welcome our returning families and extend a special greeting to those joining our community for the first time. The first day of school is Wednesday, August 12, 2026, and we look forward to seeing our students return ready to learn, grow, and achieve.
To help make the transition back to school as smooth and successful as possible, we are pleased to share important back-to-school information, including:

- School Orientation Dates
- The New Bell Schedule
- The 2026-2027 School Events and Activities Calendar

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About Us

At Lake Balboa College Preparatory Magnet K-12, students learn to change the world by becoming global citizens in a school culture of creativity, respect, and authentic enthusiasm for learning. Students prepare for the world of work and higher education, taking personal initiative to pioneer their own futures and follow their passion. Students are lifelong learners who contribute to a constantly changing and increasingly diverse world. The family environment of our school empowers all students to achieve their full potential. At LBCPM, students learn to never give up on a dream!
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Crit2026

Welcome Back to the 2026-2027 School Year

Welcome to Lake Balboa College Preparatory Magnet, where excellence, opportunity, and student achievement are at the heart of everything we do. We are proud to provide a rigorous, supportive, and inclusive learning environment that prepares students for success in college, careers, and life.
As we begin an exciting new school year, we are delighted to welcome our returning families and extend a special greeting to those joining our community for the first time. The first day of school is Wednesday, August 12, 2026, and we look forward to seeing our students return ready to learn, grow, and achieve.
To help make the transition back to school as smooth and successful as possible, we are pleased to share important back-to-school information, including:

- School Orientation Dates
- The New Bell Schedule
- The 2026-2027 School Events and Activities Calendar
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Visit LAUSD’s We Are One website if you or your family need assistance or resources including information on virtual school options, transportation, immigration, health, wellness, food, or housing.
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At a Glance

  • >1,000 College Credits Earned Annually by LBCP Students
  • 64.1% Lake Balboa AP Passing Rate
  • 30.3% California AP Passing Rate
  • 28.5% National AP Passing Rate
  • 100% High School Graduation Rate
  • 2020 LAUSD Middle School Pentathlon Champions
  • 9.5% Enrollment Increase Year‐over‐Year
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Mission Statement

Lake Balboa College Preparatory Magnet K-12 celebrates diversity and encourages students to achieve their highest potential through creativity and a passion for academic achievement. Students, faculty, staff, and parents are united by mutual respect and the goal of educational excellence. The school community encourages and teaches students to be independent, fulfilled, and productive members of society. The intimate size of the school ensures a close relationship between students and faculty, encouraging students to be engaged in a rigorous educational path that empowers them to overcome barriers and reach their highest potential.
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