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1,200 CUSD Scholars Launch Collegiate Journeys at Compton Goes to College Conference
Anderson, Bunche ES, Centennial, C-Tech, CEC, Compton, Davis, Dickison, Dominguez, Emerson, Kennedy, Laurel Street, Longfellow and Rosecrans Scholars Connect with 50+ Colleges
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4,000 Turn Up the Heat at 15th Annual Compton Walk For A Cure
Centennial, Compton, C-Tech, CEC, Emerson, Dominguez and McNair scholars, staff and CUSD leaders joined thousands to raise breast cancer awareness.
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60 CUSD Scholars Explore Careers at California Army National Guard Expo
Chavez/Centennial, Compton and Dominguez scholars gained hands-on experience with military, public safety and EMR careers.
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CUSD Workforce Wednesday Welcomes 60+ Partners
School District invites industry and community leaders to expand career opportunities for scholars
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CUSD Filmmakers Earn 6 Awards at Hub City International Film Festival
22 Compton High School and Dominguez Scholars Showcase Work at the Festival
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Compton Unified Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month
Kennedy Elementary Scholars Host Exhibición de Danza Folklórico
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CUSD Superintendent Dr. Darin Brawley Wins Prestigious 2026 McGraw Prize
National honor recognizes Dr. Brawley’s leadership and CUSD’s transformation
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300 CUSD Middle School Scholars Explore Healthcare Careers
Bursch, Emerson and Kelly Scholars were taught by Compton and Dominguez HS Emergency Medical Response Pathway Students
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500+ Dominguez High School Scholars Celebrated for Honor Roll Achievement
Back to School Night celebration highlights Compton Unified’s strong college-going culture.
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Compton High Pep Rally Fires Up School Spirit
Nearly 2,000 scholars fill the stadium in a huge show of support for undefeated Tarbabe Teams
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35 Graduate-Level Interns Join CUSD to Support Scholars
Compton Social Emotional Intern Institute (CSEII) to provide additional social-emotional and wellness support for scholars
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27 Compton Unified Schools Earn Prestigious California PBIS Honors
CUSD Schools Earn 1 Platinum, 12 Gold, 11 Silver and 3 Bronze Awards
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CUSD Welcomes Scholars Back for 2026–27 School Year
Nearly 16,000 Scholars return to 32 schools as Compton Unified begins another year of excellence
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CUSD Welcomes Back Teachers for 2026-27 School Year
More Than 700 Teachers Prepare for First Day of School
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Hub City League Debuts with Inaugural Football Media Day
Press Conference Welcomed Centennial, Compton, Compton Early College, Dominguez and Cabrillo High Schools
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Compton Unified Earns Moody’s Credit Rating Upgrades
Independent Rating Agency Recognizes District's Strong Financial Leadership, Fiscal Responsibility and Continued Academic Excellence
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Elevating Education & Opportunity
We want the entire community to know how well our students are doing in Compton and to share in our excitement about where we are going as a district. We are elevating in every way and our students are proof of that. We believe that every child can achieve greatness and success - right here in Compton!
ARTS
Arts education is key to developing critical thinking, fostering creativity, and improving academic achievement.
TECHNOLOGY
CUSD provides award-winning Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) programs at all school sites.
ESPORTS
CUSD’s award-winning Esports program prepares students for 21st century jobs.
STEAMFEST
CUSD's annual STEAM festival where students from all schools present their STEAM projects, drawing 8,000+ community members.
COLLEGE AND CAREER
CUSD ensures students are prepared academically and financially for college and have completed the required A-G courses.
ACADEMICS
Our district has undergone incredible academic transformation marked by a 90+ percent graduation rate.
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The temperatures were high, but the energy was even higher as an estimated 4,000 people gathered at Compton College for the 15th Annual Compton Walk For A Cure, bringing the community together for a morning focused on breast cancer awareness, education and early detection.
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For Compton Unified scholars, preparing for college begins long before senior year. That’s why providing early exposure to colleges, careers and the opportunities available after graduation is such an important part of our work. Compton Unified hosted its 11th Annual Compton Goes to College: Student Conference at Cal State Dominguez Hills for 1,200 scholars.
We Believe In Our Scholars
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Meet Anthony Gonzalez Gomez, a proud member of the Compton Early College High School Class of 2026. This fall, he will attend the University of California, Riverside, where he plans to major in Computer Science.
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Meet Hailey Holloway, a proud graduate of the Dominguez High School Class of 2026. This fall, she will begin an exciting new chapter at Howard University, where she plans to major in Biology as she pursues her dream of a career in the medical field.
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Hard work, perseverance, and a passion for learning have paved the way for Krystie Ramirez as she begins an exciting new chapter. The Centennial High School Class of 2026 graduate will attend the University of California, Merced this fall, where she plans to major in Biochemistry.
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Kingston Smith, a proud graduate of the Dominguez High School Class of 2025, is preparing to take the next big step in his academic and professional journey. This fall, he will attend Cal State Long Beach, where he plans to major in Business Management.
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Meet Hailey Parra, Class of 2025 graduate from Compton Early College High School! Not only did she earn her high school diploma—she also graduated with two associate degrees. This fall, she’s headed to UC Riverside to major in Electrical Engineering.
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Tasia Coleman, a proud member of Compton High School’s Class of 2025, is preparing to take her next big step: attending Southern University A&M this fall, where she will major in Pre-Med. Her goal is to become a pediatric surgeon.