Superintendent Jill Baker, Ed.D., speaks with students Precious from Jordan High School and Teodor from Poly High School. They discuss their experiences in the Superintendent's Student Advisory Committee, Raising Student Voices and Participation (RSVP). The purpose of RSVP is: Elevate student voice and student experience to inform school and district decision-making (Core Values).Provide a structure for two-way communication and co-design partnerships between adults and students (Systems Portrait).Provide a safe place for students to activate the leadership skills that they are learning and/or developing in alignment with the Graduate Portrait.Build relationships between adults and students where all voices are equal (Adult Portrait).

Jules Rodriguez, an 8th-grade Accelerated Science teacher and instructor of the multi-grade-level course Project Lead the Way at Nelson Academy, joins us to discuss her recent recognition as LBUSD’s 2025 Teacher of the Year. She shares her educational journey, highlighting how her past experiences have influenced her development into the dedicated educator she is today.

Long Beach City Prosecutor Doug Haubert shares his journey to becoming a city prosecutor, detailing the experiences and motivations that shaped his career. He highlights how his office and staff work with LBUSD to support district schools and related pathways. Additionally, he offers his advice for students interested in pursuing a career in law.