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It's the final stretch.
LAUSD wraps Wednesday June 10, SMMUSD wraps Thursday June 11, CCUSD wraps Friday June 12, and grad season is everywhere.
Need a lei for graduation?
$15 - $25 for Orchid Lei’s at local grocery stores. Check wholefoods too, they are often near the fresh flowers.
Splurge worthy: Mahalo Flowers - order ahead, fresher and larger leis.
Procrastinated like us? Instacart delivers leis when you’re desperate.
Fridge math: Orchid leis last 3–7 days sealed in a loose plastic bag, misted lightly. Fragrant ones (tuberose, plumeria) = buy day-of. Never freeze.
What to bring to your last booster meeting:
Chess. Yes, chess.
ICYMI, we wrote about why chess beats screen time for Westside kids - better focus, calmer ADHD brains, and real gains in math + reading. A study of kids with ADHD showed regular chess cut inattentiveness scores by 41%.
The ask is simple: PTO/booster covers startup, family session fees cover ongoing, school provides space. The Knight School is already running programs in nearby schools - they bring curriculum + coaches, you just need a room.
Summer note: The Knight School also runs full-day summer camps. Worth a look if you're still piecing together June plans like us 🫣.
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