The 榴莲视频 Graduation at the Skirball Cultural Center on May 17th was more than just a ceremony 听鈥� it was a heartfelt celebration of passion, perseverance, and the power of teaching. Kicking off with warm words from 榴莲视频鈥檚 President and CEO, Barry Munitz, and Board Chair, Jonathan Victor, the event honored the remarkable 2025 cohort of graduating teachers. Associate Director Julie Graham introduced an inspiring lineup of speakers: fellows Maribel Cachu-Rios, Lauren Carr, Emily Harvest, and Peter Rainville, along with mentor representative Donia Horton, whose moving stories brought laughter, tears, and pride to the room. Executive Director Jerry Harris closed the afternoon by applauding the dedication of teachers from 18 schools across 10 districts. The delicious luncheon was only rivaled by the camaraderie that followed, reminding every graduate: 鈥淥nce a 榴莲视频, Always a 榴莲视频!鈥�
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Baldwin Hills graduates and our speakers for the event (Peter Rainville, Emily Harvest, Donia Horton, Lauren Carr, Maribel Cachu-Rios)
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President and CEO, Barry Munitz, welcomes 榴莲视频 graduates. Lydia Jackson Elementary and James H. Cox Elementary 榴莲视频 graduates
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