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Compton

Our early education content team is exploring some of our Southern California communities to learn about their cultural richness, needs of local families and the stories and places that bring them joy. In this series of articles and resources, we are featuring Compton and its surrounding neighborhoods and communities.
Alma Backyard Farms PodSquad work with kids in the Peas in a Pod program.
The farm's Peas in a Pod program teaches children in West Dominguez Hills, Compton and surrounding communities the cycle of growing, harvesting, composting and cooking their own food using a play-based approach.
Librarian Rose Mitchell speaks at a Juneteenth event.
Rose Mitchell knows how important it is to give Black community members a sense of pride and awareness of who they are. She dedicated her life to educating everyone, from early learners to adults, about the richness of Black history at the AC Bilbrew Library Black Resource Center.
The lake at Earvin "Magic" Johnson Park
A Compton mom shares some of her favorite spots to play, read and explore nature outside with her kids in the Compton area.
A child paints on a piece of paper at a Budding Artists event.
Budding Artists founder Dakota McMahand started the nonprofit to fill gaps in arts education opportunities for kids ages 0-5. Now, the organization serves more than 2,500 children and adults in Lynwood, Compton and surrounding southeast Los Angeles communities.
Alma Backyard Farms PodSquad work with kids in the Peas in a Pod program.
The farm's Peas in a Pod program teaches children in West Dominguez Hills, Compton and surrounding communities the cycle of growing, harvesting, composting and cooking their own food using a play-based approach.
Martha Rodríguez LAUSD custodian and Compton resident
Martha Rodriguez, a custodian at an LAUSD school, tells us how she uses math to provide a clean and adequate learning environment for kids.
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