Lawndale Elementary School District
Cindy Rivera is an experienced school social worker currently serving as a School Site Social Worker with Lawndale Elementary School District since July 2022, following a previous role as a School Social Worker at Gabriella Charter Schools. Cindy began their career in social work as a Social Work Intern and has held various positions including Counseling Assistant and School Counseling Intern, contributing to support services across multiple educational settings. With a Master's degree in Social Work from the University of Southern California and a Bachelor's degree in Communication and Media Studies from California State University-Northridge, Cindy has developed a strong foundation in counseling, client relations, and educational support. Additionally, Cindy has experience in media as a Reporter and Editing Assistant, further enhancing communication skills.
Lawndale Elementary School District
The Lawndale Elementary School District was established in 1906 with one teacher and 20 students. Since then, the District has blossomed to more than 4,700 students and more than 800 teachers and staff. Lawndale Elementary School District serves students from preschool through grade eight. There are now eight schools in the District. Six elementary schools serve Kindergarten through 5th grade: William Anderson, William Green, Billy Mitchell, Franklin D. Roosevelt, Lucille J. Smith, and Mark Twain. Jane Addams Middle School and Will Rogers Middle School serve students in the 6th, 7th, and 8th grades.