Dr. Ryan McComb, left, of McComb Orthodontics West Hollywood, joined Friends of Rosewood STEM Elementary board member Katie Pisciotta, co-president Jasmin Patterson, board member Ava Surkes, co-president Anne Ramallo and board members Robin Prather, Laura Windell and Lynn Salvatore at the donation ceremony. (photo by Brett Glatman)

Friends of Rosewood STEM Elementary School, a parent-led nonprofit supporting Rosewood STEM Magnet Elementary School, received a $1,000 contribution from Dr. Ryan McComb of McComb Orthodontics West Hollywood.

McComb made the contribution to recognize an extraordinary year of academic achievement. The school depends on community support to sustain programs not covered by the Los Angeles Unified School District, including the school’s garden, Makerspace, library, music instruction and campus beautification.

In addition to the cash contribution, McComb Orthodontics donated two complete orthodontic treatment programs valued at $5,000 each to Friends of Rosewood STEM. The donation incudes one full braces treatment to the 2026 Friends of Rosewood STEM silent auction and one full braces treatment to the 2027 Friends of Rosewood silent auction.

Rosewood STEM Magnet is the first and only LAUSD elementary school designated as a STEM Magnet of Urban Planning and Design, serving students from transitional kindergarten through fifth grade. The school, which offers a project-based curriculum, draws families from throughout Los Angeles. Rosewood received a 2026 Magnet School of Distinction designation from Magnet Schools of America, one of the highest national honors awarded to public magnet schools in the country.

“We are so excited to have them as a partner and for the opportunity,” Friends of Rosewood STEM co-president Jasmin Patterson said. “Their partnership really helps Friends of Rosewood to help the community.”

“Academic excellence of this caliber deserves to be celebrated, and we appreciate the generous support from McComb Orthodontics West Hollywood,” added Laura Windell, board member of Friends of Rosewood. “The families Dr. McComb serves along Melrose, through Beverly Grove and the Fairfax District, are the same families who walk their children through Rosewood STEM Elementary’s doors every morning.”

McComb has 14 years in clinical orthodontic practice. McComb Orthodontics conducts more than 1,300 consultations annually and uses clear aligners for 85% of treatments.

“Rosewood teachers have earned national distinctions from the Los Angeles Unified School District and I am delighted to support this community,” McComb said. “Rosewood STEM is an amazing school and it is my honor to support it.”

Rosewood STEM Elementary School is located at 503 N. Croft Ave. Friends of Rosewood STEM supports numerous programs at the school through tax-deductible contributions. For information, visit friendsofrosewood.com.