Summer of Learning

The 2014 LA Summer of Learning (SOL) program transformed the City into a campus of learning for our most underserved youth.

Key Impact

54,659 students participated
28,630 youth-learning badges issued
150 community based partners

Launched in May 2014, the LA Summer of Learning (SOL) program transformed the City into a campus of learning for our most underserved youth. Youths earned digital badges that focused on workforce skills training and development in the areas of science and technology. With over 150 partners that provided content for interactive online and offline learning, youth pursued skill development in a multitude of areas that interested them.

Issue Area

Youth

Partners

Mayor’s Office
Employment & Workforce Development Department
LA Unified School District
Community-based organizations
MacArthur Foundation

Programs Similar to Summer of Learning

  • Expanding equitable access to high-quality out-of-school time educational opportunities for K-12 youth in Los Angeles.

  • The Mayor’s Young Ambassador Initiative was created to provide young, diverse Angelenos with the transformative experience of traveling abroad and connect them to global opportunities in L.A. and beyond.

  • Members of the Mayor’s Youth Council get a chance to interact with law enforcement and explore careers in public service.

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