Compton Unified Launches Los Angeles Teacher Preparation Pathway
Media Release
Compton Unified is proud to announce the launch of an exciting opportunity for our staff: the Los Angeles Teacher Preparation Pathway (LATPP) program.
What is LATPP?
The Los Angeles Teacher Preparation Pathway (LATPP) is a “grow-your-own” initiative that supports current school staff on the journey to becoming fully credentialed teachers—right here in Compton Unified. This innovative program provides the tools, coaching, and resources necessary to help future educators thrive while continuing to serve their communities.
By partnering with districts, LATPP is building a diverse and skilled educator pipeline rooted in local experience. The goal is simple but powerful: empower the very people who know our schools and families best to become the teachers of tomorrow.
What LATPP Offers
Participants in the program receive:
- 💰 Financial aid to make credentialing affordable
- 🎓 Support to finish a Bachelor’s degree, if needed
- 🗺️ Personalized guidance to create a credential road map tailored to their goals
- 👩🏫 One-on-one coaching to enroll into an affordable credential program
How to Learn More
Interested in learning if LATPP is the right pathway for you? Join the upcoming informational session on September 16 at 5:00 p.m. PST. This session will give staff an opportunity to connect directly with LATPP representatives, ask questions, and explore next steps.
Apply Today, Deadline October 7, 2025
Fall recruitment is officially open, and the application deadline is October 7th. Don’t miss this opportunity to grow your career while continuing to make a difference in the lives of students.
👉 Apply now at www.latpp.org
Together, let’s make this school year one of inspiration, collaboration, and growth—for both our students and our future teachers.