The materials in this collection was created from 1983-1991. The bulk of the collection includes News Releases, Clippings, and Publications most of which were maintained with the original title given by Cathy Ross (LACHSA) upon donation. The News Releases, Clippings, and Publications contain information related to LACHSA’s ongoing developments through its inception. Smaller series include LACHSA information documents, announcements and flyers, correspondence, miscellaneous, and ephemera.

Series I: News Releases Inclusive Dates: 1984 - 1986 Arrangement: Chronological

This series consists of News Releases from LACHSA to the press for them to publish in Newspapers, magazines, etc.

Series II: Clippings Inclusive Dates: 1983-1988 Arrangement: Chronological

This series consists of clippings from news sources with articles written about the establishment of the school, and other spotlight articles about LACHSA and the students.

Series III: LACHSA Information Documents Inclusive Dates: 1985 Arrangement: Chronological

This series consists of general information that was given to the first students and parents attending LACHSA. This includes audition information, student lists, schedules, etc.

Series IV: Publications Inclusive Dates: 1985-1986 Arrangement: Chronological

The bulk of this series consists of newsletters from LACHSA, California State University, Los Angeles, and CAG. Also includes, brochures, a magazine, and newspapers, which contains information about the school. The newspapers include the Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Tribune/News, and CSU Stateline.

Series V: Announcements and Flyers Inclusive Dates: 1985-1988 Arrangement: Chronological

This small series consists of announcements for fundraising events held for LACHSA, and flyers for other special events. Included in this series are guest lists of events and pamphlets.

Series VI: Correspondence Inclusive Dates: 1985-1986 Arrangement: Chronological

This small series consists of letters from LACHSA to students, parents, and volunteers. The letters to students include copies of acceptance and denial letters.

Series VII: Miscellaneous Inclusive Dates: 1985 Arrangement: Chronological

This small series consists of information for the CSU archivists on how to operate with the donated materials of the collection.

Series VIII: Ephemera Inclusive Dates: 1988 Arrangement: Chronological

This very small series consists of a list of the Class of 1988, two Jazz records containing LACHSA student musicians, and a poster.