Implement and Monitor Personal Learning Plans (PLPs) for African American Male Students: develop and review PLPs each semester for students in grades 9–12, using them to guide goal-setting, monitor progress, and celebrate growth.

Strengthen Mentorship and Academic Support Systems: provide targeted mentoring through athletics and small group settings across grade levels, with additional academic support via push-in and virtual tutoring.

Foster Cultural Empowerment and College Readiness: integrate ethnic studies, equity training for faculty, and programs like “Only Thoughts of Ownership” to deepen student engagement—while leveraging partnerships like the National College Resources Foundation to support postsecondary pathways.

100% African American male students in Lynwood USD will have PLPs

100% of post-secondary teachers, counselors, and administrators will have equity training

35% of African American male students will reduce the number of non-passing grades in at least one core class

40% of targeted students will have parent or guardian attendance for at least one school- or district-sponsored event

Quantitative D and F rate data indicates a significant decrease in the number of students receiving non passing grades in core classes. Graduation rates for African American students as a whole increased 6.3% in 2024 to 89.2% compared with the state average of 79.1%

Qualitative data on student voice from YouthTruth surveys indicate that African American male students are feeling an increased sense of inclusion and support. 

Data indicates that the program is working and needs to continue with consistent monitoring in the 25-26 school year. 

We learned that an increased focus on this subgroup with multiple layers of support such as the PLP’s and data reflection sessions work to keep students on track. 

During our annual Black Teen Summit, male students indicated that they would like additional opportunities to meet together with mentors and community leaders. 

A male conference and small group “King Convo’s” will be planned.