Military Family Students at Leland St. Elementary — Lora Caudill Iiams

Oct 2, 2025

Educator Lora Caudill, native San Pedran,  shares how as Principal of Leland Street Elementary School she was able involve and serve the large population of military family students at the second oldest elementary school in San Pedro; and explains some of the unique needs these students have.

1980s Elk’s Family Nights – Lora Caudill

May 3, 2024

Lora Caudill,  third generation San Pedran recounts “family night” every Thursday at The Elks Club and learning to dance Over 20 years ad educator/teacher/administrator  Lora has had numerous positions throughout the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD). She...

The German Sea Captain in San Pedro — Lora Caudill – Iiams

Oct 12, 2023

Lora Caudill – Iiams, the former principal at Leland Street Elementary School, tells the story of how her grandfather, a sea captain from Germany, immigrated to San Francisco and ultimately arrived in San Pedro at the Port of Los Angeles.