Regional Occupational Program (ROP) Meeting

3 Tuesday, August 12, 2025 Regional Occupational Program (ROP) Meeting 6:45 p.m. CALDWELL SCHOOL CAFETERIA 2300 WEST CALDWELL STREET COMPTON, CA 90220 Join the Board of Trustees Meeting Virtually by utilizing the link below: http://tiny.cc/CUSDTeamsBoardMeetings Join the meeting now Meeting ID: 216 187 862 40 Passcode: RR7gj2h9 Note: For the best experience using Microsoft Teams on iOS devices, please download the Teams app. Alternatively, you may access Teams using the Chrome or Firefox browser. Note: Teams will not work on the Safari browser on iPhones and iPads REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION FOR ANY INDIVIDUAL WITH A DISABILITY. Any individual with a disability who requires reasonable accommodation to participate in a board meeting, may request assistance by contacting the Superintendent's Office at 501 S Santa Fe Avenue, Compton, CA 90221. Phone Number: (310)639-4321 Fax Number: (310)632-3014. NOTE: Public records related to the public session agenda, that are distributed to the Governing Board less than 72 hours before a regular meeting, may be inspected by the public at the District Office, 501 S Santa Fe Avenue, Compton, CA 90221 during regular business hours (8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.) A complete agenda is available for review and available for pickup at the District Office. Visit the Compton Unified School District Website at https://go.boarddocs.com/ca/cusdca/Board.nsf/Public A. OPENING Subject 1. Webinar Information Meeting Aug 12, 2025 - Regional Occupational Program (ROP) Meeting Type Information OPEN SESSION Please click the link below to join the TeamsBoard Meeting: http://tiny.cc/CUSDTeamsBoardMeetings Join the meeting now Meeting ID: 216 187 862 40 Passcode: RR7gj2h9 =================================================================================== REVISANDO Y ESCUCHANDO LAS REUNIONES DE LA JUNTA Haga clic en el siguiente enlace para participar en el seminario web: Estimados padres, los servicios de interpretación se ofrecen en todas las reuniones de la Junta Directiva a las 6:00 pm en línea a través de la página web del distrito en el modo simultáneo, sólo tiene que hacer clic y unirse a la función de interpretación de teams haciendo clic en la función de globo y seleccione el idioma español. También ofrecemos interpretación a través del equipo del sistema de interpretación ARG con auriculares y receptor para los padres que deciden asistir en persona y solicitar los servicios de interpretación de la reunión de la Junta Directiva. Queremos apoyar a la comunidad latina con servicios de interpretación. http://tiny.cc/CUSDTeamsBoardMeetings File Attachments A. OPENING Subject 2. Call to Order - Mr. Micah Ali, Board President - 6:45 p.m. Meeting Aug 12, 2025 - Regional Occupational Program (ROP) Meeting Type Procedural File Attachments A. OPENING Subject 3. Roll Call Meeting Aug 12, 2025 - Regional Occupational Program (ROP) Meeting Type Information, Procedural Micah Ali President Satra Zurita Vice-President Alma Taylor Pleasant Clerk Ayanna Davis Ed.D. Legislative Representative Sandra Moss Member Denzell Perry Member Michael D. Hooper Jr. Member Dr. Darin Brawley Superintendent File Attachments A. OPENING Subject 4. Codified Statute of Board Policy 9250 - Remuneration, Reimbursement and Other Benefits Meeting Aug 12, 2025 - Regional Occupational Program (ROP) Meeting Type Information Background Board Policy 9250 If a member does not attend all Board meetings during the month, he/she is eligible to receive a percentage of the monthly compensation equal to the percentage of meetings attended unless otherwise authorized by the Board in accordance with the law. (Education Code 35120) A member may be paid for meetings he/she missed when the Board, by resolution, finds that he/she was performing designated services for the district at the time of the meeting or that he/she was absent because of illness, jury duty or a hardship deemed acceptable by the Board. (Education Code 35120) File Attachments B. PUBLIC COMMENTS Subject 1. PUBLIC COMMENTS - Agenda & Non-Agenda Items (Pursuant to Education Code 35145.5; and Government Code 54950, et seq.) Meeting Aug 12, 2025 - Regional Occupational Program (ROP) Meeting Type Information, Procedural NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC (Government Code 54954.3) : Every agenda for regular and special meetings shall provide an opportunity for members of the public to directly address the legislative body on any item of interest to the public, before or during the legislative body's consideration of the item that is within the subject matter jurisdiction of the legislative body. This section also allows governing boards the ability to establish reasonable procedures to ensure the proper functioning of Governing Board Meetings. Therefore, ANY individual who would like to address the Board should do so by signing in ten-minutes prior to the start of the meeting. Any person who has requested to speak concerning any item on the agenda or other matter within the subject matter jurisdiction of the Governing Board, at the discretion of the president or chairperson, may be granted three minutes to make a presentation, with the total time devoted to presentations not to exceed twenty (20) minutes . This is the public’s opportunity to provide input regarding any item on the agenda and within the subject matter jurisdiction of the Compton Unified School District. Individuals who require disability-related accommodations or modifications, including auxiliary aids and services, in order to participate in the Board meeting should contact the Superintendent or designee in writing at least two days before the meeting date. This is not meant to be a debating period. The Trustees will listen and not respond. Complaints and problems related to policy matters will be referred to the Superintendent. Persons who have complaints against board members or staff are encouraged to seek resolution of those complaints by the utilization of the Compton Unified School District's written complaint procedure, rather than orally addressing them at a meeting. Speakers are cautioned that under California law no person is immune from liability for making intentionally false or defamatory comments regarding any person simply because those comments are made at a public meeting. ========================================================================================= Para aquellos que requieran asistencia especial para acceder a la sala de reuniones de la Junta Directiva, para acceder a los documentos escritos que se están considerando en la reunión de la Junta, o para participar de otra manera en las reuniones de la Junta Directiva, por favor póngase en contacto con Casuandra Aaron, Asistente Administrativa del Superintendente y de la Junta de Síndicos al (310) 639-4321, ext. 46558 para obtener asistencia. La notificación por lo menos cuarenta y ocho (48) horas antes de la reunión permitirá que el Distrito haga los arreglos razonables para asegurar la accesibilidad a la reunión de la Junta Directiva y para proporcionar cualquier acomodación requerida, ayudas auxiliares, o servicios. Hora: La Junta Directiva se reunirá a las 6:00 p.m. en la Cafetería de la Escuela Caldwell. El Asistente Administrativo debe recibir todas las solicitudes para dirigirse a la Junta Directiva con respecto a los temas de la sesión abierta o cerrada antes de las 5:50 p.m. La Junta Directiva llevará a cabo sus temas de la sesión cerrada en una sala privada. File Attachments C. COMMUNICATIONS Subject 1. INFORMATION - Career Technical Education (CTE) Pathway Students Visit ESPN Sports Los Angeles Production Center ***RECEIVED & FILED*** Meeting Aug 12, 2025 - Regional Occupational Program (ROP) Meeting Type Information Goals 1. Student Success (Increase Student Achievement via Student Centered Instruction) File Attachments C. COMMUNICATIONS Subject 2. INFORMATION - Dominguez High School Video Production Pathway Students Film Blooms Ranch Partnership Documentary ***RECEIVED & FILED*** Meeting Aug 12, 2025 - Regional Occupational Program (ROP) Meeting Type Information Goals 1. Student Success (Increase Student Achievement via Student Centered Instruction) File Attachments C. COMMUNICATIONS Subject 3. INFORMATION - Summer Enrichment Drone Training for CTE Pathway Students ***RECEIVED & FILED*** Meeting Aug 12, 2025 - Regional Occupational Program (ROP) Meeting Type Information Goals 1. Student Success (Increase Student Achievement via Student Centered Instruction) File Attachments D. ACTION - BUSINESS/CONSENT ITEMS (Routine Matters) - Consent Items are considered routine and will be enacted, approved, adopted by one motion unless a request for removal, discussion or explanation is received from any Board Member or member of the public in attendance. Subject 1. MOTION TO APPROVE CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS: 25/26-7068 ***MOTION CARRIED*** Meeting Aug 12, 2025 - Regional Occupational Program (ROP) Meeting Type Action (Consent) File Attachments Motion & Voting (not specified) Motion by Satra Zurita, second by Denzell Perry. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Michael Hooper, Ayanna E Davis, Denzell Perry, Alma Taylor Pleasant, Satra Zurita, Micah Ali D. ACTION - BUSINESS/CONSENT ITEMS (Routine Matters) - Consent Items are considered routine and will be enacted, approved, adopted by one motion unless a request for removal, discussion or explanation is received from any Board Member or member of the public in attendance. Subject 2. 25/26-7068 - Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Iovine and Young Foundation (CTE/ROP Department) ***APPROVED*** Meeting Aug 12, 2025 - Regional Occupational Program (ROP) Meeting Type Action (Consent) Preferred Date Aug 12, 2025 Absolute Date Aug 12, 2025 Budgeted No Budget Source No Cost to the District. Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends that the Board of Trustees approve the Memorandum of Understanding with Iovine and Young Foundation, effective August 13, 2025. Goals 1. Student Success (Increase Student Achievement via Student Centered Instruction) BACKGROUND The District's mission is to empower leaders to lead, teachers to teach, and students to learn by fostering an environment that encourages leaders and teachers to be visionary, innovative, and accountable for the achievement of all students. In support of that mission, the District seeks to provide resources, educational opportunities, and support to the students and community of Compton Unified School District by developing a college and career preparation curriculum program that will prepare them to be successful in the 21st century global marketplace. ANALYSIS Compton Unified School District (CUSD) is entering into a Memorandum of Understanding with the Iovine and Young Foundation Group undertake a long-term partnership to develop and operate a high school program that will benefit CUSD students and the surrounding communities with educational, economic, and workforce development opportunities. The program aims to empower CUSD students to become leaders, innovators, and entrepreneurs through an interdisciplinary, inquiry-based curriculum that integrates design, technology, business, and communication with core academic subjects. It focuses on developing 21st-century skills such as collaboration, critical thinking, and innovation through challenge-based learning and real-world industry engagement. The Iovine and Young Foundation Group is responsible for supporting program implementation through teacher training, students opportunities, technology funding, and curriculum design, which CUSD ensures staffing, infrastructure, and administrative support. Both parties jointly manage student recruitment, marketing, facilities planning, and compliance with program requirements. STUDENT ACHIEVEMENT IMPACT Participation in this program is expected to significantly enhance student achievement by integrating core academic subjects with real-world applications in design, technology, business, and communication, making learning more relevant and engaging. The program's emphasis on college and career readiness, including access to internships, mentorships, and hands-on projects, prepares students for success in higher education and the workforce. Through the development of 21st century skills such as collaboration, critical thinking, creativity, and innovation, students become more adaptable and better equipped for future challenges. The challenge-based, student-drive learning model fosters greater motivation, ownership, and perseverance, while the focus on inclusion ensures broader access to high-quality opportunities for all learners. Additionally students graduate with tangible outcomes like creative portfolios and capstone projects that strengthen their college applications and professional profiles, giving them a competitive advantage in their post-secondary pursuits. FISCAL IMPACT No Cost to the District. ANNUAL COST No Cost to the District. File Attachments Memorandum of Understanding with IYC Draft 081225.docx (52 KB) Motion & Voting (not specified) Motion by Satra Zurita, second by Denzell Perry. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Michael Hooper, Ayanna E Davis, Denzell Perry, Alma Taylor Pleasant, Satra Zurita, Micah Ali E. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Subject 1. 25/26-7069 - Approve the Regular Meeting of July 29, 2025 of the Regional Occupational Program (ROP) Meeting of the Board of Trustees ***APPROVED*** Meeting Aug 12, 2025 - Regional Occupational Program (ROP) Meeting Type Action Recommended Action The Superintendent recommends that the Board of Trustees approve the Regular Meeting of July 29, 2025 of the Regional Occupational Program (ROP) Meeting of the Board of Trustees. File Attachments 7-29-25 ROP Minutes.pdf (169 KB) Motion & Voting The Superintendent recommends that the Board of Trustees approve the Regular Meeting of July 29, 2025 of the Regional Occupational Program (ROP) Meeting of the Board of Trustees. Motion by Satra Zurita, second by Denzell Perry. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Michael Hooper, Ayanna E Davis, Denzell Perry, Alma Taylor Pleasant, Satra Zurita, Micah Ali F. COMMENTS OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES AND THE SUPERINTENDENT Subject 1. Board of Trustees and Superintendent Comments Meeting Aug 12, 2025 - Regional Occupational Program (ROP) Meeting Type Discussion File Attachments G. ADJOURNMENT Subject 1. 25/26-9004 - Adjournment***MOTION CARRIED*** Meeting Aug 12, 2025 - Regional Occupational Program (ROP) Meeting Type Action File Attachments Motion & Voting (not specified) Motion by Satra Zurita, second by Ayanna E Davis. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Michael Hooper, Ayanna E Davis, Denzell Perry, Alma Taylor Pleasant, Satra Zurita, Micah Ali