Campus Updates

If you need support at this time, please take note of publicly available resources dedicated to emotional distress such as the Disaster Distress Helpline at 1-800-985-5990.

EMPLOYEES:
As an employee of The L.A. Film School, Employee Assistance and Wellness Support is available 24/7 via 1-800-344-9752. Please find more information here.

STUDENTS:
As a student of The L.A. Film School, you have access to student support resources through your Student Connect account

A Message from The Los Angeles Film School – January 12, 2023
When arriving for an early morning shift, one of LA Film School’s contract employees experienced a medical emergency while driving in the parking garage. Emergency teams were notified, but unfortunately, the individual passed away. Per standard protocol, an external investigation is being conducted.

We are working closely with the LAPD as they gather more details, and we can share more information as we have it.

This is a sad and unfortunate event, and we extend our condolences and care to the family.

Update: January 17, 2023
The Los Angeles Film School has no further updates and the LAPD is handling the case internally. Out of respect and care, we are not sharing further details on the traffic incident that occurred and our condolences remain with the family.

A Message from The Los Angeles Film School – December 23, 2022
The student winter break starts on Saturday, 12/24/22 and goes through Sunday, January 8, 2023. Classes will resume in January 9, 2023. Happy Holidays!

A Message from The Los Angeles Film School – December 14, 2022
STUDENTS:
As we approach the Christmas holiday break, we want to take this opportunity to inform you about campus access. Students will NOT have access to any campus building from Saturday, Dec. 24th through Tuesday, January 2nd. We wish you a very Happy Holiday and look forward to welcoming you back to campus for the start of the new term on Monday, January 9th, 2023.

STAFF:
As we approach the Christmas holiday break, we want to take this opportunity to inform you about campus access. Students will NOT have access to any campus building from Saturday, Dec. 24, through Tuesday, January 2. We wish you a very happy holiday and look forward to welcoming you back to campus for the start of the new term on Monday, January 9, 2023.

• CLOSED/NO ACCESS– Saturday, Dec. 24, and Sunday, Dec. 25
• OPEN/LIMITED ACCESS– Monday, Dec. 26- Friday, Dec. 30. During this period, the staff entrance gate will be closed. If you need access, please call either 323-769-8747 or 323-769-8746 when you arrive. You should expect a short delay while the officer responds to open the gate. Please let security know before you depart so we can open the gate for you.
• CLOSED/NO ACCESS– Saturday, Dec. 31- Monday, January 2
  The campus will reopen to all staff on Tuesday, January 3, 2023. We wish you a happy and safe holiday break with family and friends!

A Message from The Los Angeles Film School – November 23, 2022
We’ve been successful at adapting our COVID-19 policy and practices with each change in the virus.  Going into 2022, the number of daily cases and deaths were high, and we were dealing with mostly COVID-19 for which the vaccines had been developed. We cautiously monitored changes within the CDC, CAL/OSHA, and the Department of Public Health and moved accordingly in a deliberate and regulated pace. As of September 22, 2022, Cal/OSHA removed the term “fully vaccinated” from its required protocols and communication stating that vaccination status does not have an impact on contracting the virus.  We’ve waited, evaluated, and found that our contact tracing bears this out.

Therefore, as of November 28, 2022, we are modifying our policy once again where being ‘fully vaccinated’ or testing weekly will no longer be required for access to the campus.  The daily attestation will remain in place, as will badging in and receiving a wristband.  We will continue to provide free testing in the following situations:

• Any employee or student who requests an antigen home test.
• Symptomatic employees, regardless of vaccination status and regardless of whether there is a known exposure.
• All employees regardless of vaccination status, who have had close contact with a COVID-19 case, except for recently recovered employees.

Additionally, we will continue to perform contact tracing, communication, isolation/quarantine guidelines and return to campus cleaning and sanitizing and reporting protocols of a known positive case on campus. If you are feeling sick or exhibiting symptoms, please stay home. If you test positive for COVID, please notify your manager and human resource immediately so we can determine any other steps needed to ensure the continued safety and health of all of us.

The last few years have been challenging for all of us and your ability to flex, adjust, and move forward has been greatly appreciated.  We have all experienced the challenges together and all of you, both students and employees have stayed the course, even when you had to travel your path from a distance.

As always, we will continue to monitor our surrounding COVID-19 conditions, including local and state laws that can affect our policy and will update you with any changes in advance.

A Message from The Los Angeles Film School – November 16, 2022
Dear Students,

As we approach the Thanksgiving break, we wanted to inform you of the campus closure dates. Students will not have access to any campus buildings during this period. Your Thanksgiving holiday break starts next Monday, November 21. Buildings B1, B2 and the Recording School will be closed Thursday through Sunday of next week. We wish you a wonderful holiday and look forward to welcoming you back in class on Monday, November 28. Enjoy your break!

A Message from The Los Angeles Film School – November 10, 2022
Message to Los Angeles Film School Online Students, Staff, and Faculty,

At this time, we are aiming to continue full working status at our Florida-based online operations.

We realize that some may be struggling with a loss of power or damage to property due to Tropical Storm Nicole. If you are a student who is unable to attend online classes or complete assignments, whether in Florida or in other storm-affected areas, please stay safe and remain in close touch with your instructors – they will work with you to extend deadlines and provide accommodations as needed. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Online Student Advising:

• Phone: 323.769.2798
• onlineadvising@lafilm.edu

Remote staff and faculty who are still without power and are scheduled to work are also invited to come to the office as necessary – please contact your manager to work out the best accommodations for your situation.

Stay tuned to local media outlets and the Orange County website for more details regarding Tropical Storm Nicole.

A Message from The Los Angeles Film School – November 8, 2022
Message to all online students:

The Los Angeles Film School is continuing to monitor Tropical Storm Nicole and its potential impacts to our Florida-based online staff and students. There are no planned cancellations at this time. Please note that possible interruptions to online learning, such as delayed responses or grades, could occur Wednesday – Friday. Your safety continues to be our top priority. If you are located in an area affected by the storm, please contact your instructor as soon as it is safe to do so, and we will work with you to make any necessary accommodations.
Online Student Advising

• Phone: 323.769.2798
• onlineadvising@lafilm.edu

Stay tuned to local media outlets and the following websites for more details regarding Tropical Storm Nicole.
National Resources:
National Hurricane Center

Local Resources:
Seminole County Website
Orange County Website

A Message from The Los Angeles Film School – September 28, 2022

The Los Angeles Film School Online Students, Staff, and Faculty,

Due to the continued effect of Hurricane Ian on the Central Florida region, and in the interest of the continued safety of Los Angeles Film School online students, staff, and faculty, we are extending the cancelation of our online classes through the end of Friday, September 30th. Online classes are canceled for Wednesday (9/28), Thursday (9/29), and Friday (9/30).

Our online instructors and advisors will continue to work with both online students and on-ground students who are currently taking an online course to extend deadlines and make pragmatic accommodations, as needed.

Together, our priorities are the safety for and the well-being of our Los Angeles Film School Community. We will make our best effort to keep you informed of any relevant updates through all Los Angeles Film School communicative channels. Please stay tuned to local media outlets and the Orange County website for more details regarding Hurricane Ian.

Online Student Advising

• Phone: 323.769.2798
• Email: onlineadvising@lafilm.edu

Stay tuned to local media outlets and the following websites for more details regarding Hurricane Ian.

A Message from The Los Angeles Film School – August 31, 2022
In support of The CDC’s recent update to further ease COVID-19 related restrictions, as well as the LA County Department of Public Health’s mask optional position — we are announcing an upcoming change in our COVID protocols. Starting Tuesday, September 06, faculty, staff, students, guests and vendors will no longer be required to wear a face mask as we transition to a face mask optional policy campus-wide.

Anyone who chooses to continue to wear a mask will be encouraged and supported in their decision to do so.  The remaining current COVID-19 protocols are unaffected by this update: the requirement for a proof of vaccination or negative COVID test and the daily attestation form will continue to be in place.

As the CDC updated us on August 11, 2022: “Many people in the United States have some protection, or immunity, against COVID-19 due to vaccination, previous infection, or both. This immunity, combined with the availability of tests and treatments, has greatly reduced the risk of severe illness, hospitalization, and death from COVID-19 for many people.”

We are thankful for your continued support of our students and one another.

A Message from The Los Angeles Film School – August 10, 2022
As the pandemic started in 2020, we have worked to provide an environment that keeps you as safe as possible while on Campus. Over the course of time, we have evolved to accept home tests for those who are required to test under our current COVID protocols.  We recently explored and tested the idea of the School providing home tests directly to employees who are either required to or wish to test for their own well-being.

As a result, effective Monday, August 15, any employee or student who is required to test or wishes to take a rapid antigen test, can request one from Security at 6353 or 6690. You can take the test outside or in the lobby if you wish and wait for your results outside to avoid being on campus with a positive test.

Once you receive your result, on the result card:

1. Write your last name
2. Write the date
3. Write the time
4. Take a picture on your phone
5. Upload your test result to the Test Portal on the Employee Connect site.
6. A negative test will be approved
7. You can proceed to Security to badge in and pick up your wristband, providing you have also completed the daily attestation.

As of August 12, Upside Testing, at the corner of Sunset & Ivar, will no longer be performing tests.

We remain ever vigilant and continue to monitor the CDC and the LA County Department of Public Health requirements for Higher Education Institutes for any changes or new COVID and now Monkeypox recommendations and requirements.  Your health and safety are always a prime concern and we will update our policy and protocols as needed to maintain the safest Campus experience possible.

Welcome Back to Campus!

As of April 2022, The Los Angeles Film School welcomes all students back to campus. We have safety protocols in place for all students, staff and faculty to follow. This includes a campus mask mandate, vaccination choice policy, and health attestation. Students and staff can find the full vaccination policy as well as the health and safety guidelines on the Connect site. We would like to thank all of you for your diligence and cooperation that has allowed us to get to this point.

Always Be Creating
The Los Angeles Film School

A Message From The Los Angeles Film School: April 1, 2022

Dear Students,

We are excited to have you on campus for in-person education this April Term! Please watch this informative video from our president, Tammy Elliott, to learn about the important steps we must all take prior to coming on campus.

We look forward to seeing you on Monday, April 4! Don’t forget, if you haven’t done so yet,  you are welcome to stop by campus this Thursday, March 31, or Friday, April 1, between the hours of 10am – 3pm,  to get your ID, upload your vaccination/test documents and receive an L.A. Film School swag bag.

Sincerely,

The Los Angeles Film School

A Message From The Los Angeles Film School: March 23, 2022

Dear Los Angeles Film School Students, Faculty, and Staff,

Are you ready? I know that we are.

It is with joy and great anticipation that we officially welcome all of The Los Angeles Film School students to return to campus. Beginning with the April 2022 Term (04/04/2022), the majority of The Los Angeles Film School’s programs will be delivered exclusively from our Hollywood classrooms, labs, studios, and production spaces. Your individual schedule will be posted and accessible to you by end of the day on Monday, March 21, 2022.

We continue to prioritize the safety of our students and employees while being together in learning spaces for several hours at a time. Our current plan and policy are as follows:

• if you are feeling ill for any reason, please stay home. Students should contact their instructor. Employees should contact their supervisor.
• All must adhere to the Los Angeles Film School’s Vaccination Choice Policy (implemented in Jan 2022) in which every employee, student, alumni, and approved guest will be required to provide proof of vaccination or a regular negative test in order to gain access to campus.
• All must continue to wear masks, both inside and outside while on campus property.
• The School will provide face masks to those who need one.
• Everyone coming to campus is required to complete a daily health symptom attestation prior to gaining access.
• Each person that is cleared for entrance will be issued, and must wear a daily color-coded wrist band, as evidence of their clearance to be on campus.

Students: Further information is available at the Connect Site  here

Staff and Faculty: Further information is available at the Connect Site here

If it has been a while since you have been on campus, I encourage you to stop by on either Thursday or Friday, March 24 or 25 between 10am and 3pm PST. During this time, you will learn the check-in process, upload your proof of vaccination or recent negative results documents (if you haven’t already), receive your student identification badge and if desired, take a quick tour around the campus.  By taking care of these administrative tasks on March 24 or 25, you will reduce the time you spend in line for check-in during your first week.

It is difficult to fully express the level of pride and confidence that we have in you and your ability to flex, adjust, and continue to move forward.  We have all experienced the challenges together and all of you, both students and employees have stayed the course, even when you had to travel your path from a distance.

Thank you for your partnership and your continued trust in each other.

As always, we will continue to monitor our surrounding COVID-19 conditions and will update you as we adjust our monthly requirements.

Looking forward to seeing each of you!

Welcome back!

Tammy Elliott

President, The Los Angeles Film School

A Message From The Los Angeles Film School: February 15, 2022

Hello Los Angeles Film School Students!

With the encouraging and continued sharp decline in positive COVID-19 cases, it is with optimism, hope and deliberate steps that we move forward into an exciting March 2022 Term: starting with the in-person New Student Orientation AND welcoming more staff, faculty and students on campus. Please see the details below.

New Student Orientation:

We are excited to announce that new students will be invited to visit campus on Thursday, February 24 and/or Friday, February 25, between the times of 10 a.m. – 3 p.m., so that they may, in advance of orientation or their first day ever on campus:

• • Take a Rapid test from Plum Testing (located on Sunset/Ivar), if arriving without proof of vaccination or a negative test
  • Upload their proof of vaccination card or negative test result (if they haven’t done so yet)
  • Walkthrough our Check-in procedure, including obtaining a clearance wristband.
  • Take headshot and receive their student ID
  • Enjoy a quick walk around the campus. Tour guides will be available on standby

Courses Available on Campus:

• In addition to the 35+ courses currently being held on campus, every course in all programs—Animation, Audio Production, Film, Entertainment Business, Music Production and Liberal Arts—will have at least one class per week scheduled to be held on campus.
• Schedules will be posted by end of day on Monday, February 21, 2022.

Check-In Protocol for Employees and Students:

All Staff, Faculty and Students are required to:

• Abide by the Vaccination Choice Policy: Vaccination card must be uploaded and administratively approved (one time), or a regular negative test (valid for five days) must be uploaded each week and administratively approved
  • Students: Further information is available at the Connect Site here
• Respond to a 1-question Health Symptom Attestation daily
• Badge in with school identification card
• Wear a wristband when cleared
• Continue to wear masks, both inside and outside while on campus property

Please Note: Temperature checks and the 3 remaining attestation questions have been retired.

As always, we will continue to monitor our surrounding COVID-19 conditions and will update you as we move along. Looking forward to this next step with you and for our students.

A Message From The Los Angeles Film School: February 2, 2022

Hello Los Angeles Film School Family,

We have terrific news!  Starting Monday, January 31, 2022, side-walk walk-up RAPID testing will be available for Los Angeles Film School at the corner of Ivar and Selma. This testing is open to the public and is available to you and your families.  These testing services will be operated and provided by Plum Testing.

PLEASE NOTE: The drive-thru testing on the 6353 rooftop will no longer be offered.
Location: Corner of Ivar & Selma
Hours of Operation: Monday – Friday, 8AM to 4PM
Test Expiration Date:  Test results are valid for 5 days

Both Rapid tests and PCR tests are being performed, so it may take longer than originally expected.

Plum Testing’s Process: 

1. You will need to park your car and then walk to the corner of Ivar & Selma.
2. Prior to walking up for your test, complete and submit this form.
   1. The video is available here. Please complete and submit the attached form before driving up for your test.
   2. To fill out the form:
      1. The first page is where you submit your personal information, upload your drivers’ license and sign. This information is confidential it is not sold or seen by anyone other than those processing your test.
      2. The second page asks if you have insurance. If you do have insurance, please upload a copy of your insurance ID card and click submit.
      3. Your Form in now complete.
3. The test will be monitored and managed by a Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA).

A Message From The Los Angeles Film School: January 19, 2022

Dear Los Angeles Film School Students –

We continue to strategically phase in and increase our selected hands-on, in-person courses for the February term (Jan 31-Feb 26).  For our Film, Audio, and Music Production programs, please see the selected courses for on-campus learning here. February term schedules will be posted for all programs as of the end of the day on Monday, 01/24/2022.

For more resources and information, please visit the Connect Site here to view COVID policy documents and updates including:

6. 6. 1. Free COVID-19 testing information
      2. The Los Angeles Film School’s Vaccination Choice Policy
      3. Guidelines for your return to campus
      4. Check-in procedures at The Los Angeles Film School campus.

We are looking forward to seeing you soon!

Tammy Elliott
President, The Los Angeles Film School

A Message From The Los Angeles Film School: January 10, 2022

The Los Angeles Film School will remain remote through the January term with the exception of selected hands-on, in-person courses. We know you are excited to get back to a more normalized campus class structure. We too, are eager to have all students on campus. In the meantime, please carefully read over the program updates below have been put into effect for January.

• Animation, Entertainment Business, Liberal Arts and Music Production programs will remain remote through the January term.
• Select Film courses are being held on campus.  You will find the list of these courses here. All other courses will be remote and can be found on your CV Portal.
• Beginning January 18, Audio Production will provide an option of attending campus for select studio and live courses. A list of these optional on-campus courses can be found here. All other courses will be remote and can be found on your CV Portal.

For more resources and information, please visit the Connect Site here to view COVID policy documents and updates, including:

• Return to Campus (RTC) Guidelines
• Vaccination Choice Policy
• Check-in Procedures at The Los Angeles Film School campus
• Free COVID-19 Testing information

As always, this is subject to change and reflects the most recent analysis of the current situation. We will continue to monitor and will communicate any updates or changes in the upcoming days.

Thank you all for your continued patience and cooperation during this time. We are Looking forward to seeing you soon.

Warmly,

Tammy Elliott
President, The Los Angeles Film School

A Message From The Los Angeles Film School: December 28, 2021

Dear Los Angeles Film School Family –  

Given the current surge of positive COVID-19 cases within our county propelled by the Omicron variant, it is necessary that we deliver the majority of our educational offerings in remote format for the first two weeks of the January 2022 term.  Additionally, for the courses that require hands-on training components, we will reinstate our limited, in-person instruction within select courses and academic experiences (detailed below) beginning January 03, 2022. It is important to remember that while we are delaying our full reopening, our Vaccination Choice policy begins January 03  and all students, faculty, staff and preapproved guests scheduled to be on campus, are required to provide proof of vaccination or a weekly negative COVID test to be approved to be on campus.  Los Angeles Film School’s Vaccination Choice Policy and FAQs are located here.    

Students: 

• For Animation and Entertainment Business programs and Liberal Arts courses, you will find your adjusted remote schedule here. 
• For Film programs, you will find select courses being held on campus here. All other courses will be remote and can be found on your CV Portal. 
• For Audio and Music Production programs, we will continue to allow limited alumni and guest performers/musicians who are essential to the functioning of educational project-based productions to participate in studio bookings via the Studio Booking website.  Your adjusted remote course schedule can be found on your CV Portal. 
• For questions, please contact your Program Director.   

New Student Orientation originally scheduled for Tuesday, January 04, will now be delivered remotely. Please be on the lookout for more detail following shortly.  

Essential Employees: We thank you in advance for continuing your schedule as you have faithfully every day delivering vital services that keep our school functioning.   

All other Employees:  For the weeks of January 03 and January 10, unless otherwise contacted by your supervisor, continue the schedule as you were in December.   

In closing, the CDC and the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health’s expert guidance remains steadfast in its recommendation that COVID-19 vaccines are safe and effective at helping protect against the severity of the virus. The Los Angeles Film School has carefully followed this guidance and implemented necessary safety protocols since March 2020 and will continue to do so on the behalf of you, your family, our students and our community. I trust that this plan will be a temporary pause and look forward to seeing you soon!   

Warmly,  

Tammy  

Tammy Elliott
President
The Los Angeles Film School

A Message From The Los Angeles Film School: December 8, 2021

Dear Los Angeles Film School Students:

As we look ahead with anticipation and optimism toward 2022 and our full return to campus-based, in-person instruction,  we must also remain diligent in protecting the health and safety of our campus community, and focus on our responsibility to each other and our community.

With deliberate consideration of the current conditions within Los Angeles county, the increased knowledge gained, and best practices applied over the past 20 months, and following the protocols established by many of our neighboring secondary and post-secondary schools, The Los Angeles Film School will enact a Vaccination Choice Policy for our students and employees.

Beginning on 01/03/2022 with the 2022 January Term, The Los Angeles Film School will implement a Vaccination Choice Policy requiring our California campus-based employees and our active on-campus students to provide proof of vaccination OR a regular, negative COVID-19 test prior to accessing the campus.  This policy also includes our outside vendors, industry pros, partners, alumni and guests. This Vaccination Choice Policy will remain in effect until further notice.

Current students:  more information, policies and procedures can be found in the “Return to Campus Guidelines” on the Connect site. 

Vaccinated Students:  

You will be asked to upload proof of vaccination documentation to a confidential portal on the Los Angeles Film School Student Connect site. This portal will remain available for all students vaccinated before the return-to-campus date of January 03, 2022, and thereafter.

Unvaccinated Students requiring regular testing:   

Beginning January 2022, if you are an unvaccinated student, you will be required to provide a negative COVID-19 test result weekly, no more than 72 hours before you are scheduled to be on campus. Access to a confidential portal to upload the negative test will be provided to you beginning as early as December 30, 2021.

Students unable to be vaccinated or tested   

If you are a student who is unable to comply with the policy, you should complete the Accommodation Request Form located here. Once completed and returned as directed, The Los Angeles Film School’s Director of Student Advising/ADA Coordinator will contact you to discuss the options.

Los Angeles Film School’s Student Vaccination Choice Policy and updated Return-to-Campus Guidelines will be sent to all on-campus students by Friday, December 17, 2021.

FAQ’s can be found here.

The CDC and the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health’s expert guidance remains steadfast in its recommendation that COVID-19 vaccines are safe and effective at helping protect against the severity of the virus. The Los Angeles Film School has carefully followed this guidance and implemented necessary safety protocols since March 2020 and will continue to do so on the behalf of you, your family, our students and our community. Looking forward to seeing you soon!

At your service,
Tammy

Tammy Elliott
President
The Los Angeles Film School

A Message From The Los Angeles Film School: October 15, 2021
Over this very long and challenging season, we’ve all made sacrifices to keep our loved ones and friends safe during the COVID-19 pandemic.  Throughout this time, The Los Angeles Film School has carefully followed expert guidance and implemented necessary safety protocols, allowing us to gradually increase on-campus academic experiences in labs, workshops and lectures. Now, with the widespread availability of vaccines for COVID-19, we’re excited to announce a full reopening of our Hollywood campus, beginning January 2022! 

As many of you have been in communication with your Admissions Reps over these past months in preparation for starting your academic program at The Los Angeles Film School, this announcement is to ensure that you are aware of the upcoming changes to the student attendance policy.

November 2021 and December 2021 –

In November and December, all campus programs will be delivering your curriculum through both on-campus learning activities in classrooms and/or production spaces and the continued use of online learning via our proprietary Learning Management System (LMS) and additional web-based platforms.
If you are unable to attend the weekly campus session as scheduled during November and December, please notify your instructor and an alternative delivery option for the scheduled class will be offered. As always, in order to maintain satisfactory attendance, your participation is required in each option, whether on-campus and/or remote and/or the alternative choice (as designed by each instructor).

January 03, 2022 –

A Message From The Los Angeles Film School: September 25, 2021

Beginning September 27 for the October 2021 term, The Los Angeles Film School is excited to announce that ALL our campus programs will be comprised of a combination of classes that includes both on-campus learning activities in classrooms and/or production spaces, as well as continued online learning via our proprietary Learning Management System (LMS) and additional web-based platforms. Your October 2021 schedule for Animation, Audio Production, Entertainment Business, Film Production, Liberal Arts and Music Production will be posted by 7 p.m. PT on Monday, September 20. If you cannot attend an on-campus session, please contact your instructor to arrange alternate delivery of the coursework for that day.

We want all students who are scheduled for on-ground classes and labs to safely enjoy our fully-equipped campus facilities. To do so, we all must remain focused on the health and safety protocols currently in place. You can find a full list of Return-To-Campus guidelines and protocols here.

In addition to increasing the academic experiences available on campus, there are also some additional important reminders for our returning students.

• We continue to partner with the L.A. County Department of Health to host a vaccination station on-site for any of our students, alumni, staff and faculty who desire to receive a COVID-19 vaccination. The vaccination site will be available again on September 21. Please check the weekly staff newsletter to sign up.
• Your instructors will hold office hours in-person or teleconference by appointment for anyone seeking academic counsel. Connect directly with your instructor to set up an appointment.
• The Career Development team continues to produce exclusive virtual events with industry experts as well as offering one-on-one career advice and assistance remotely by appointment.
• As always, should you have any questions or worries, The Los Angeles Film School’s Student Advising team is at the ready to help you navigate your way back to campus.

COVID-19 VACCINATION UNIT

Get your second vaccine dose on Tuesday, September 21!

The Los Angeles Film School is bringing the vaccination pop-up clinic back to campus for students, alumni, faculty and staff to help stop the spread of COVID-19. Learn more about our event by emailing eventstaff@lafillm.edu!
Note: If you’ve already received the first dose of Pfizer or Moderna, please also email eventstaff@lafilm.edu.

We are in this together!

Check the weekly newsletter sent to your lafilm.edu address to sign up for your vaccine.

Attention Students,

The Los Angeles Film School continues to monitor the effects of Hurricane Ida to ensure the safety and well-being of all students, staff, and faculty. Currently, online classes are continuing as normal. For all students who cannot access essential services to conduct classwork, please rest assured that your instructors and advisors will work with you on an individual basis to extend deadlines if needed. We understand that power outages and flooding in the affected areas are severe and may extend for a period of time. When you are able to, please email or call your student advising team for further assistance if needed. Please continue visiting Connect and The Los Angeles Film School’s official Twitter account @lafilmschool for updates.

Campus Student Advising

Please use the contact information below:

• Phone: 323.769.7714
• Email: advising@lafilm.edu

Online Student Advising

• Phone: 323.769.2798
• Email: onlineadvising@lafilm.edu

Resources

What to do during power outages: https://www.ready.gov/power-outages

Tri-State Area Residents

New York Disaster and Flood Resource Center

New Jersey Office of Emergency Management

Connecticut Emergency Alerts

Vaccines Available on campus August 11, 2021

The Los Angeles Film School is hosting a mobile vaccination unit on campus on Wednesday, August 11 between 9:30am – 2:30pm for students, alumni, faculty and staff to help stop the spread of COVID-19.

Protect yourself and others, schedule your appointment today if you haven’t already received a vaccine.

ABOUT OUR MOBILE VACCINATION UNIT:
There will be nurses on-site to administer COVID-19 vaccinations. The vaccines available are Pfizer, Moderna and Johnson & Johnson. For the Moderna and Pfizer vaccines, second-dose appointments will automatically be scheduled by the third-party nurses.

For individuals who have already received their first dose of the Moderna or Pfizer vaccines, you may complete your series at this event. Based on the vaccine availability by The Los Angeles County Department of Health, you will be notified to which vaccine, Moderna or Pfizer will be available on August 11, 2021. Your name will be provided to the nurses 3-5 days before the event, and they will be prepared with your second dose.

Once you sign up, you will receive confirmation of your scheduled time slot for your vaccination three days prior.

A Message From The Los Angeles Film School: June 21, 2021

As we have thoughtfully moved through the announcements, guidelines and restrictions since March 2020, we will stay the course in our current reopening schedule until further notice. Rest assured, The Los Angeles Film School and The Los Angeles Recording School, a division of The L.A. Film School, will deliberately and quickly review revisions that may be specifically required for Institutions of Higher Education as well as carefully consider OSHA’s direction and the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health guidance.To that end, approved campus visitors and students should please continue to wear a face mask while on campus, socially distance and maintain the return-to-campus procedures and continue to check this page for updates.

A Message From The Los Angeles Film School: May 24, 2021

We know you are eager to get back on campus. We are equally excited to have you back! While we are not able to fully reopen campus for all students just yet, we are happy to expand our hands-on classes and labs for the June 2021 term in accordance with the L.A. County Guidelines.

What’s Next:
Your Program Directors or Instructor will inform you of your in-person learning status via your @lafilm.edu email.  You can also access your course schedule on the student portal (cvportal.lafilm.edu).

Don’t worry, if you are selected to take essential labs on campus but wish to continue taking classes remotely, you will have the option to remain learning from home. Participation in the selected on-campus class or lab sessions is optional.  Please contact your Academic Coach (advising@lafilm.edu) if you would like to discuss the options available to you.

What You Should Know Before You Go:
This past year hasn’t been easy. When you are ready to return to campus and resume learning in person, we want to ensure that you feel prepared for new safety protocols and policies while on campus.

To make that happen we are taking every health and safety precaution: Students and faculty are required to wear masks, classroom capacity is limited to ensure social distancing, and our facilities crew sanitize equipment and high-touch areas frequently.

• Check Student Connect for an updated list of classes available on campus
• Find our Return-To-Campus guidelines here.
• Find our Return-to-Campus instructional videos here.
• More Information about Covid-19 here.

A Message From The Los Angeles Film School: April 26, 2021

With a spirit of optimism and gratitude, we announce that, in accordance with L.A. County guidelines, The Los Angeles Film School will continue to increase our offering of on-campus production and hands-on classes and labs for the May 2021 term.

Your Program Director or Instructor will notify you via your school email account if you are registered for a course that will have on-campus production and hands-on classes and labs or studio access. You can also go to Student Connect for a list of the courses that will have campus accessibility.

Participation in the selected class or lab sessions on campus is optional. If you prefer to remain remote for the May term, you should contact your Academic Advising Coach to discuss your course options.

Upon review of recommendations and operational plans from the Center for Disease Control Prevention (CDC) and other governmental and higher education resources, the school has developed a “Return-To-Campus” plan. The school has adopted health and safety policies and procedures that all faculty, staff, and students will be required to follow. The policies and procedures are available here. You must confirm your agreement to abide by them in advance of resuming any campus activities.

Our intention is to continue to expand the number of on-campus labs and academic activities while remaining compliant with the guidelines on all points. Please note that you should still access all administrative and auxiliary services remotely as you will not be allowed on campus unless you are attending a scheduled class or lab.  We will monitor progress and provide an update as the May term progresses.

We look forward to seeing you on campus in the months to come and thank you for your ongoing commitment to the safety of The Los Angeles Film School community.

A Message From The Los Angeles Film School: March 29, 2021

The Los Angeles Film School will start offering a limited number of on-campus production and hands-on classes and labs beginning in the April 2021 term in accordance with L.A. County guidelines. The Los Angeles Film School is not yet permitted to fully open. The School chose courses for this initial step based upon those courses that are essential for students nearing their graduation who are in need of hands-on technical training to complete their academic requirements.

Academic Program Directors or Instructors will notify students directly via email if they are registered for a course that will have on-campus production and hands-on classes and labs or studio access. Students can also visit the Student Connect Portal for a list of the courses that will have campus accessibility.

Participation in the selected classes or lab sessions on campus is optional. If students prefer to remain remote for the April term, they should contact an Academic Advising Coach to discuss course options. Other instruction will continue to be delivered in our Learning Management System platform (LMS) and Zoom for the Spring term and students will be able to complete coursework in this digital environment.

How is The Los Angeles Film School prepared to reopen the campus?
Upon review of recommendations and operational plans from the Center for Disease Control Prevention (CDC) and other governmental and higher education resources, the school has developed a “Return-To-Campus” plan.

The school has adopted health and safety policies and procedures that all faculty, staff and students will be required to follow. The policies and procedures will be sent to students via their school email account and students will be required to confirm their agreement to abide by them in advance of resuming any campus activities.

Visit FAQs for more detailed information and guidelines

A Message From The Los Angeles Film School: January 19, 2021

Welcome to the new year! As we begin 2021, the health and safety of our students, graduates, faculty and staff remains the utmost priority of the Los Angeles Film School. In line with this goal we will continue to meet, support and work alongside you through multiple remote channels of engagement and interactivity. While we will continue with our current virtual instruction, we, like you, remain positive that a return to campus is forthcoming soon.

In-person Instruction Currently On-Hold
Our campus remains temporarily closed for in-person instruction due to the current conditions of COVID-19. We are closely following updates and adhering to guidelines from the CDC, the state of California and Los Angeles County.

NOTICE:
COVID-19 is increasing at high rates in California and we can all play an important part in slowing the surge by adhering to the safer-at-home guidelines.

Additional Information and Resources:
More information can be found at the CDC, World Health Organization and covid19.ca.gov websites as well as Los Angeles Film School’s list of frequently asked questions at www.lafilm.edu/alerts/faq.

This is subject to change and reflects the most recent analysis of the current situation. We will communicate any updates or changes as conditions change.

A Message From The Los Angeles Film School: November 23, 2020

As the holiday season approaches, we remain grateful for you—our students, graduates, faculty and staff—as you continue to inspire, innovate and create while embracing remote learning and work environments. With the steadfast priority focused on the well-being and safety of our students and employees, we will continue to meet, support and work alongside you through multiple remote channels of engagement and interactivity. And just like you, we are all anxiously working toward and waiting for the time in which we can return to campus.

In-person Instruction Currently On-Hold
Our campus remains temporarily closed for in-person instruction, due to the current conditions of COVID-19. We are closely following updates and guidelines from the CDC, the state of California and Los Angeles County.

NOTICE:
COVID-19 is increasing at high rates in California and we can all play an important part in slowing the surge by adhering to the safer-at-home guidelines. Per the California Department of Public Health, it is required that all non-essential work and activities stop between 10 p.m. and 5 a.m. Read more in the limited stay at home order.

Additional Information and Resources:
More information can be found at the CDC, World Health Organization and covid19.ca.gov websites as well as Los Angeles Film School’s list of frequently asked questions at www.lafilm.edu/alerts/faq.

As always, this is subject to change and reflects the most recent analysis of the current situation. We will communicate any updates or changes in the upcoming months.

UPDATE: September 8, 2020

Please see below for a message from Los Angeles Film School President, Tammy Elliott.

Dear Los Angeles Film School Student:

It is with care, cautious consideration and growing optimism that we continue to work toward a time in which we can welcome your return to campus. While we have missed you, your energy and your creative spirit, it has been our joy to continue working alongside you each day through many different and various channels of connection. There is no doubt that this year has been challenging in both professional and personal ways. As our world continues to shift and reshape, I am reminded of your dedication to staying the course, lean into your education and remain steadfast in the pursuit of your dream. Just as every entertainment entity and production company on this planet, we are all embracing different ways to collaborate, connect and create and we remain grateful to do so with you.

Your Los Angeles Film School faculty and staff have also remained devoted to the continuation of your education, as well as planning and preparing the campus for your return. While we anxiously wait for the Los Angeles County of Public Health for clearance to return to modified in-person instruction, the school has adopted health and safety policies and procedures that all faculty, staff and students will be required to follow. Upon review of current recommendations and operational plans from the Center for Disease Control Prevention, the California and Los Angeles Departments of Public Health, The Los Angeles Film School’s “Return to Campus Guidelines” have been established. It is the goal of our Los Angeles Film School community to stand together, implement and advocate for these new procedures with each of us serving as examples as to how all of us—staff, faculty and students—must work together to safeguard one another.

The student policies and procedures can be found in the “Return to Campus Guidelines” located:

• on the student community portal connect.lafilm.edu/student/covid-19-information/
• and will be sent to your school email account at the time in which we have secured clearance to resume modified in-person instruction.

The Los Angeles Film School will notify you as soon as the Los Angeles County’s Higher Education community receives clearance for modified in-person instruction from the Department of Public Health.

Thank you very much for your devotion and commitment to these important steps. We are truly looking forward to seeing you again!

Sincerely,
Tammy Elliott
President
The Los Angeles Film School

UPDATE: June 27, 2020

Based on the assessment of current trending of Covid-19 cases and updated guidance along with keeping the safety and health of every student, every employee and every loved one in mind, we will remain online for all classes in July.

All instruction for the July term, beginning Monday, July 06, 2020 will be offered through the Los Angeles Film School’s Learning Management System (LMS), video communications and web collaboration platforms. Although the campus will remain closed and no students will be permitted on campus in July, we will continue to partner with our students; now in our digital environment and soon on our campus.

For additional information, please visit the FAQs page.

How is The Los Angeles Film School preparing for reopening the campus?
Upon review of recommendations and operational plans from the Center for Disease Control Prevention (CDC) and other governmental and higher education resources, the school has developed a plan for when we resume campus operations. Our hope is to be able to expand the number of on-campus labs in August and will monitor the progress and provide an update as the July term progresses.

The school has adopted health and safety policies and procedures that all faculty, staff and students will be required to follow. The policies and procedures will be sent to students via their school email account and students will be required to confirm their agreement to abide by them in advance of resuming any campus activities.

For additional information, please visit the FAQs page.

UPDATE: May 20, 2020

Due to the “Stay at Home” order issued by the Governor of California, Campus students will continue taking their campus courses online via Zoom and the LMS for the June Term. Please refer to the FAQs page for details.

UPDATE: April 20, 2020

Due to the “Stay at Home” order issued by the Governor of California, Campus students will continue taking their campus courses online via Zoom and the LMS for the May Term (through 05/29/2020). Please refer to the FAQs page for details.

UPDATE: March 23, 2020

With the “Safer at Home” Order in effect through April 19, The Los Angeles Film School will continue online learning for our campus students through the April term. To be specific, after the conclusion of Spring Break (March 30 – April 05), our active campus students will continue in an online capacity as they move to their next course. Additionally, our new April students (beginning 04/06/2020) will also begin their education in an online fashion.

The Los Angeles Film School also has updated the policy for current students to receive Techkits and stipend checks. Please refer to the FAQ page for details.

UPDATE: March 17, 2020

Based on the latest guidance by our Federal Government regarding COVID-19 virus, commonly referred to as Coronavirus, we are limiting campus access for students, staff and faculty through April 5.

As of today, there have been no reported confirmed cases of COVID-19 on campus. Our actions are strictly preventative in line with Federal guidelines.

As of March 16, classes are now being offered online. Students can contact their instructor for any information regarding online class assignments and monitor their school email account closely for further information regarding classes.

Students who do not have access to a computer or have other questions or concerns should contact Student Advising (advising@lafilm.edu) or at 1-323-860-0789.

UPDATE: March 11, 2020

European Travel Ban

On March 11, 2020 President Trump addressed the USA announcing a variety of actions being implemented by the Federal Government to combat the spread of the Novel Coronavirus/COVID-19.

Of immediate interest to the The Los Angeles Film School Community is the upcoming ban on travel from Europe to USA announced by the President. A 30-day suspension on travel from mainland Europe to the USA for all persons, excluding USA citizen and USA permanent residents and certain other exemptions, will commence on Friday March 13, 2020 at 11:59PM EDT.

The Los Angeles Film School Community is strongly encouraged to avoid travel to or from Europe for the immediate future and until such time as these travel restrictions are lifted.

The exact verbiage of the President’s European Travel Ban can be viewed at the below link.

In the event that you were unable to view President Trump’s March 11, 2020 address, same may be viewed at the below link.

Video of President Trump’s March 11, 2020 Address to the USA

UPDATE: March 10, 2020

As recommended by Centers for Disease Control (CDC), we request that all faculty, staff, and students returning from travel from the affected countries: China, Iran, Italy, Japan, and South Korea, self-quarantine and not return to campus for fourteen days (14) after their return. Please reach out to your supervisor or academic advisor at 323-860-0789 to make any necessary arrangements.

The following information is provided by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) for those who must self-quarantine:
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/travelers/after-travel-precautions.html

Los Angeles Film School is continuing to closely monitor this rapidly evolving situation and will continue to provide updates from the California Department of Public Health and the CDC as they are made available. Any staff member or student with immediate concerns or questions are encouraged to contact their supervisor or academic advisor.

In an effort to minimize impacts of the virus we encourage all students, staff and faculty to:

• Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds.
• Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.
• Stay home when you are sick.
• Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash.
• Get adequate sleep and eat well-balanced meals to ensure a healthy immune system.
• Prepare to have items at home including clear liquids, canned soups and any required medications.

Additional Information and Resources:
More information can be found at the CDC website and California Department of Public Health and World Health Organization website.

March 3, 2020

The Los Angeles Film School continues to closely monitor this rapidly evolving situation and is prepared to respond appropriately, as reported cases of COVID-19 continue to spread around the globe.

What we are doing to prepare:
To assist in minimizing the spread of COVID-19, as well as any potential impact to our campus and scholastic community, the Los Angeles Film School is taking the appropriate steps to implement precautions listed below:

• The School remains in contact with national and local agencies to stay up to date on planning and guidance from state and federal health officials, including the World Health Organization (WHO) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
• We will continue to provide the latest information for the awareness of our students, staff and overall community via our various communications platforms.
• The School will continue to perform routine environmental cleaning as recommended by the CDC.
• Any staff member or student with immediate concerns or questions are encouraged to contact their supervisor or student advisor.

What you can do:
• Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds.
• Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.
• Stay home when you are sick.
• Cough or sneeze into your sleeve or into a tissue, throw the tissue in the trash and wash your hands soon after.
• Get adequate sleep and eat well-balanced meals to ensure a healthy immune system.
• Prepare to have items at home including clear liquids, canned soups and any required medications.

Additional Information and Resources:
More information can be found at the CDC and World Health Organization websites as well as Los Angeles Film School’s list of frequently asked questions at www.lafilm.edu/alerts/faq.