Message from the Principal

Dear SJLAM Community,

I hope you and your family are enjoying a wonderful summer break. It is my pleasure to welcome you to Social Justice Leadership Academy Magnet (SJLAM)—home of the TOROS!

At SJLAM, we are proud to provide a safe, supportive, and engaging learning environment where students are challenged to think critically, lead with purpose, and make a difference in their communities.

Through our Social Justice theme, Project-Based Learning projects, interdisciplinary instructional program, Teen Court program, and College Dual Enrollment partnership with ELA City College we help students develop both academically and personally.

Whether you are joining us for the first time or returning for another year,

we are thrilled to have you as part of the SJLAM family.

Our dedicated teachers and staff are ready to help all students have a successful and memorable school year.

We had a very successful 2025-2026 school year, Please join me in celebrating the many accomplishments of our students and staff.

During this past year:

⭐ We became an AVID School

⭐ Our school scored the Highest English SBA scores in Region EAST

for the 2nd year in a row!

⭐ The College Board recognized our school with a Bronze Medal,

as we made the AP Honor Roll

⭐ Our Academic Decathlon Team placed 8th in our division

⭐ Our Class of 2026 Valedictorian graduated with an AA Degree from ELAC

in Environmental Science

⭐ One of our students became the DIVISION CHAMPION in the Track - 400M event

⭐ 100% of our Class of 2026 went to College

31% of graduates enrolled at CSU Schools

17% of graduates enrolled at UC Schools

52% of graduates enrolled at Community Colleges

⭐ 100% of our students' parents participated in the School Experience Survey

for the second year in a row.

Mark your calendars.

The first day of school is on Wednesday, August 12, 2026. We look forward to welcoming you back and making the 2026–2027 school year our best yet!

With Toro Pride,

Mrs. Anna Harzmann
Principal