CUSD Hosts First Workforce Wednesday Partner Gathering
Media Release
Compton Unified held its first Workforce Wednesday, hosting approximately 30 current and future partners to a breakfast presentation about the various ways to get involved with the school district.
Michelle Edgar, Joe Michael, Maejor, Tonya Hylton, Kyle Lee, and Rose Gonzalez
The crowd was welcomed by CUSD Board Member Satra Zurita, who thanked everyone for their support of the district.
CUSD Board Member Satra Zurita
Michelle Edgar, Senior Director of Business Partnerships and Schools, welcomed the crowd and discussed the launch of the series as a way to connect companies and organizations to the district, schools, and students.
Michele Edgar and Rose Gonzalez
Rose Gonzalez, Senior Director CTE/ROP/School and Business Partnerships, discussed the various Compton Unified Career Technical Education (CTE) Pathways and highlighted opportunities for involvement with enriching student’s education.
Michele Dawson
In addition, Michele Dawson, Senior Director, Instructional Tech and Innovation, invited everyone to attend the upcoming Ariel Drone Competition taking place at Dominguez High School on Saturday, March 16 to see the incredible innovation and education programs taking place in the district. She also encouraged attendees to get involved with the upcoming STEAMfest taking place June 1.
Michelle Edgar, Maejor, Tonya Hylton, and Rose Gonzalez
During the presentation, Edgar also recognized several partners for their service to the school district, including Tonya L. Hylton, Western Regional Program Director - Save The Music Foundation; Maejor, the award-winning artist and producer; and Joe Michael, Chief Creative Officer, ConCreates.
Joe Michael with Kyle Lee
Kyle Lee, Deputy of Constituent Engagement for Los Angeles County Supervisor Holly Mitchell, also recognized the partners for their service.
CUSD Superintendent Dr. Darin Brawley
CUSD Superintendent Dr. Darin Brawley wrapped things, encouraging partners and attendees to provide more internship, apprenticeship, and mentoring opportunities for the district students.
Tonya L. Hylton and Maejor
Workforce Wednesday is CUSD’s monthly breakfast series propelling partnership and collaboration across CTE pathways and more. Breakfast was provided by Jack in the Box.
