Students Thrive Here
We are a small school with a culture of learning with many advanced placement, honors, and intervention courses to fit the needs of our students.
We foster a nurturing community.
We meet students where they are.
We prepare all of our students for college, leadership, and life.
We engage parents as partners.
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Stories About Ánimo Watts College Preparatory Academy
René Augustín was moved to be a role model from the very beginning. “My impact on the students is that seeing someone like them who grew up in the same neighborhood, who is part of the same community, who still visits his mom here on the weekends is very important.” ...
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Published on 03/03/2022
Green Dot Public Schools Blog
Our student can now safely crossed over Avalon Boulevard with the assistance of a full-time crossing guard and a new signal crosswalk. The post Green Dot, United Parents & Students Rally for New Crosswalk in Watts appeared first on Updates from Green Dot Public Schools....
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Published on 09/28/2021
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This summer, five Green Dot students took part in the Coro Southern California Youth Fellows Program. The post 5 Green Dot Students Take Part in Prestigious Summer Youth Fellows Program appeared first on Updates from Green Dot Public Schools....
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Published on 08/19/2021
Green Dot Public Schools Blog
As we eagerly await for our hallways to once again echo with the laughter of students, our educators have shared what they are most excited for this school year. The post Green Dot Educators Share Excitement in Reopening this School Year appeared first on Updates from Green Dot Public Schools....
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Published on 08/17/2021
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Ánimo Watts College Preparatory Academy Senior Ruby Esparza is one of 13 Green Dot students to receive the prestigious Dell Scholarship award in 2021. The post Meet Ruby Esparza, Dell Scholar appeared first on Updates from Green Dot Public Schools....
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Published on 07/20/2021
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The ScholarMatch and Kayne Destination College programs awarded 11 Green Dot students in Los Angeles with $5,000 Scholarships, funded by the Ric & Suzanne Kayne Foundation. The post 11 Green Dot Students Awarded $5,000 College Scholarships appeared first on Updates from Green Dot Public Schools....
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Published on 05/24/2021
Green Dot Public Schools Blog
For over 10 years, the Ánimo Watts College Preparatory Academy “Warriors” has served the Willowbrook, Watts, Compton, and South Los Angeles Communities.Our educators are committed to academic excellence, college acceptances, and effective interventions to develop the potential in all students. We know that by setting high standards, and providing access to innovative educational opportunities, our students will outperform expectations.
We believe in preparing our students with the skills needed to be successful in college, leadership, and life. Our educators have an unwavering belief in the potential for all students, leading the way with college-ready coursework. We prioritize a college-going culture with our safe learning environments, skilled teachers, academic counselors, and A-G-ready coursework. At Ánimo Watts College Preparatory Academy, our students define success.