Mission & vision

Introduction

Welcome to Alliance Gertz-Ressler High School! You are part of an innovative and challenging charter school designed to provide students in some of the most underserved communities in Los Angeles a choice for a better education and future.

Alliance Gertz-Ressler High School is an independent start-up charter school researched and developed by Alliance College-Ready Public Schools, a nonprofit charter management organization dedicated to opening and operating a network of excellent small high-performing 9-12 and 6-8 public schools in historically underachieving, low income, overcrowded communities in Los Angeles that will significantly outperform other public schools in preparing students for college admission and success. 

Mission

Gertz-Ressler High School’s mission is to equip scholars with the knowledge, skills, and character to thrive in an ever-changing world. We prioritize social-emotional learning, a rigorous academic curriculum, and a nurturing environment, and empower scholars to advocate for themselves and others. With our families as our partners & a focus on equity and inclusion, we prepare our scholars to succeed in college and career, actively contribute to their local and global communities, and promote social justice.

Vision

At Gertz-Ressler High School, our vision is to create a vibrant learning community where our scholars are inspired to persevere and reach their full potential, becoming catalysts for positive change.

Values

Choice and access to future educational opportunities and life prospects
Sense of community and belonging
Joy and enthusiasm for learning
DEI, anti-racism & being pro-Black
Families as partners

Choice and access to future educational opportunities and life prospects

Sense of community and belonging

Increased Instructional Time

Highly Qualified Educators

All staff is held accountable for scholar success and uses data to appraise improvement efforts.
Extensive training programs for school leaders to better support highly motivated educational innovators.