ASE History
The Academy of Scientific Exploration (ASE) is one of four High Schools located on the Cesar E. Chavez Learning Academies Campus. ASE was part of LAUSD's Public School Choice 2.0 process. The idea of ASE began with a team of teachers who wanted to provide a better educational option for students in the Northeast San Fernando Valley. For many of them, this area is their home either because they have worked with students in this area for many years or they grew up here and still live in the area or still have family in the area. As a result of this, this school, the welfare of our students and everything else about it is very personal for us, this is our home and this is our family (#aselove). The team worked for well over a year to develop a teacher-driven, student-centered plan that was presented to the community and the LAUSD School Board. The team was awarded the school and ASE opened it's door in 2011 and has focused on academic excellence, equitable access, and individual integrity ever since.
If you are interested in viewing the Request for Proposal that ASE presented to the community and the LAUSD School Board, click HERE.
If you are interested in information about the Public School Choice Resolution, click HERE.
ASE Vision
The Academy of Scientific Exploration (ASE) cultivates a community of learners devoted to academic excellence, equitable access, and individual integrity. Our academic program develops critical thinkers and lifelong learners who attain mastery in all core subjects, with an emphasis in Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math (STEAM), in order to become college-prepared and career ready. ASE meets the needs of diverse learners and teaches all students to develop 21st century skills, while building character as a means to empower all stakeholders to make a positive impact in their community.