Dates: 10/30, 1/30, 4/10

Registration/dinner at 5:30p.m.

Meeting begins at 6:00p.m.

District Office - PDC Room (2560 Skyway Dr).

Fall: 11/5/2024 at 5:00p.m.

Spring: 2/18/2025 at 6:00p.m.

Santa Maria High School Cafeteria (901 S. Broadway).

The Mixteco Parent Advisory Community is designed to develop skills and knowledge which will enable Mixteco parents to better address the educational needs of their students.  Meetings are held at Santa Maria High School (901 S. Broadway).  See calendar for specific dates.

Dates: 10/22/24, 12/3/24, 2/4/25, and 4/1/25 at 6:00pm in the Santa Maria High School Cafeteria (901 S. Broadway)

The Family Resource Center is offering parents help and support for learning the basics of using smartphones, laptops, and tablets.

Fall: 8/19-12/17 (Tuesdays) from 4:00p.m-7:00p.m.

Office located on 829 S. Lincoln St Room 908.

The Parent Virtual Academy (PVA) is an 6-week leadership development opportunity for parents and caregivers who are interested in learning more about the educational system in the United States and the importance of Family, School, and Community Engagement. The goal is that upon completion of the program parents and caregivers become lifelong advocates for their children, for their families and for their community. The program includes orientation and a graduation ceremony with certificates provided to parents who attend five or more sessions. See calendar for specific dates.

Fall:  10/1/24-11/5/24 (Tuesdays) at 6:30p.m. via Zoom.

Zoom Link: https://uwlf-org.zoom.us/j/95143554478 

Spring: TBD

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Parent University Digital Literacy 1-4 is a 4-week course offered in a variety of languages. Learn the necessary skills to help your student succeed in school. 

DIGITAL LITERACY 1

Essential basic computer skills necessary to navigate the web and use of electronic devices. Participants learn the fundamentals of best practices in navigating the internet, parent portal,emailing, electronic care, online safety and more.

DIGITAL LITERACY 2

Intended for parents to be able to distinguish the characteristics and capabilities of the different computing devices to choose the most convenient for their family, according to their needs and financial
situation. By taking this training participants will learn to use the most common Google applications used in school settings. Participants will learn to use and develop various activities with programs similar to Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

DIGITAL LITERACY 3

Designed to acquire the advanced functions of Google applications (Docs, Slides, Sheets). Knowledge of configuring privacy, security and screen design, as well as the management of different apps to help in the school development of their children. Participants
will become computer-savvy by learning how to create forms to administer surveys, use Google Calendar to quickly schedule events and share it with people of interest as well as web design with Canva and Google Sites.

DIGITAL LITERACY 4

Designed for participants to learn the digital skills necessary to be able to manage applications that help optimize tasks and activities through the preparation of documents, databases, spreadsheets, and the creation of animated sequences. The training focuses on website designing.

June: 06/10/24-06/27/24 (M/W or T/TH) at 6:30p.m. via Zoom.

August: 08/26/24-09/19/24 (M/W or T/TH) at 6:30p.m. via Zoom.

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September: 09/23/24-10/17/24 (M/W or T/TH) at 6:30p.m. via Zoom.

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Spanish

Digital Literacy 1 M/W 

https://fresnostate.zoom.us/j/83374719234

Digital Literacy 1 T/TH 

https://fresnostate.zoom.us/j/88955396634 

Digital Literacy 2 M/WH

https://fresnostate.zoom.us/j/87039756366

Digital Literacy 2 T/TH 

https://fresnostate.zoom.us/j/86701144321

Digital Literacy 3 M/W

https://fresnostate.zoom.us/j/85253985548 

 Digital Literacy 3 T/TH

https://fresnostate.zoom.us/j/81443734417 

 Digital Literacy 4 T/TH 

https://fresnostate.zoom.us/j/89397397821 

English

Digital Literacy 1 M/W

https://fresnostate.zoom.us/j/82026349214 

Digital Literacy 2 T/TH

https://fresnostate.zoom.us/j/84710877067 

Digital Literacy 3 M/W

https://fresnostate.zoom.us/j/81031940229 

Digital Literacy 4 T/TH

https://fresnostate.zoom.us/j/88126811482 

October: 10/21/24-11/14/24 (M/W or T/TH) at 6:30p.m. via Zoom.

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February: 02/05/25-02/29/25 (M/W or T/TH) at 6:30p.m. via Zoom.

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March:03/02/25-03/26/25 (M/W or T/TH) at 6:30p.m. via Zoom.

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April: 04/14/25-05/07/25 (M/W or T/TH) at 6:30p.m. via Zoom.

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Parent University Digital Literacy 1-4 is a 4-week course offered in a variety of languages. Learn the necessary skills to help your student succeed in school. 

Designed for participants to develop the four basic parts of language: listening, speaking, reading and translating. In order to learn a new language it is essential to practice and develop skills in comprehension and discussions through written and oral tasks. The goal is to acquire the ability to adapt the language to different contexts, demonstrating understanding of the English language.

June: 06/10/24-06/27/24 (M/W or T/TH) at 6:30p.m. via Zoom.

August: 08/26/24-09/19/24 (M/W or T/TH) at 6:30p.m. via Zoom.

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September: 09/23/24-10/17/24 (M/W or T/TH) at 6:30p.m. via Zoom.

Zoom Link: https://fresnostate.zoom.us/j/86867999352 

October: 10/21/24-11/14/24 (M/W or T/TH) at 6:30p.m. via Zoom.

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February: 02/05/25-02/29/25 (M/W or T/TH) at 6:30p.m. via Zoom.

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March:03/02/25-03/26/25 (M/W or T/TH) at 6:30p.m. via Zoom.

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April: 04/14/25-05/07/25 (M/W or T/TH) at 6:30p.m. via Zoom.

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Parent University Financial Literacy 1 is a 4-week virtual course offered in Spanish and English. Learn the necessary skills to help your student succeed in school.

Intended to provide participants with essential money management skills that include: budgeting, smart spending, borrowing, credit and FICO scores, buying power, banking and saving, tax-advantaged college savings programs including the 529 plan. Additionally, the course guides participants on how to set financial goals and understand various savings and jump start lending programs.

August: 08/26/24-09/19/24 (M/W or T/TH) at 6:30p.m. via Zoom.

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September: 09/23/24-10/17/24 (M/W or T/TH) at 6:30p.m. via Zoom.

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Spanish - https://fresnostate.zoom.us/j/82886098133 

English-  https://fresnostate.zoom.us/j/88224414653 

October: 10/21/24-11/14/24 (M/W or T/TH) at 6:30p.m. via Zoom.

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February: 02/05/25-02/29/25 (M/W or T/TH) at 6:30p.m. via Zoom.

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March:03/02/25-03/26/25 (M/W or T/TH) at 6:30p.m. via Zoom.

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April: 04/14/25-05/07/25 (M/W or T/TH) at 6:30p.m. via Zoom.

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Parent University Health and Wellness is a 4-week virtual course offered in Spanish and English via Zoom. 

Awareness and promotion of a healthy family lifestyle. Participants will learn about topics in relation to mental health, nutrition, physical activity and health prevention which play a part in maintaining a healthy body and mind. Discussion regarding systemic diseases such as diabetes, hypertension, obesity, stress, and oral health.

August: 08/26/24-09/19/24 (M/W or T/TH) at 6:30p.m. via Zoom.

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September: 09/23/24-10/17/24 (M/W or T/TH) at 6:30p.m. via Zoom.

Zoom Link: Spanish

https://fresnostate.zoom.us/j/82591748491 

October: 10/21/24-11/14/24 (M/W or T/TH) at 6:30p.m. via Zoom.

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February: 02/05/25-02/29/25 (M/W or T/TH) at 6:30p.m. via Zoom.

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March:03/02/25-03/26/25 (M/W or T/TH) at 6:30p.m. via Zoom.

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April: 04/14/25-05/07/25 (M/W or T/TH) at 6:30p.m. via Zoom.

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Parent University Parenting Skills is a 4-week course offered in a variety of languages. Learn the necessary skills to help your student succeed in school. 

Participants will be able to learn and earn the tools to help their family create boundaries. Topics may vary due to open discussions. Participants will learn social media understanding, to better ensure their children thrive in their use of technology. The focus of the course is for participants to comprehend and acquire safety, yet savvy skills, while using social media platforms to then guide their children in the same way.

August: 08/26/24-09/19/24 (M/W or T/TH) at 6:30p.m. via Zoom.

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September: 09/23/24-10/17/24 (M/W or T/TH) at 6:30p.m. via Zoom.

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Spanish - https://fresnostate.zoom.us/j/81034919141 

English - https://fresnostate.zoom.us/j/89317440298 

October: 10/21/24-11/14/24 (M/W or T/TH) at 6:30p.m. via Zoom.

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February: 02/05/25-02/29/25 (M/W or T/TH) at 6:30p.m. via Zoom.

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March:03/02/25-03/26/25 (M/W or T/TH) at 6:30p.m. via Zoom.

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April: 04/14/25-05/07/25 (M/W or T/TH) at 6:30p.m. via Zoom.

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Parent University Pathway to College is a 4-week virtual course offered in Spanish and English via Zoom. 

Education is key to lifelong success. The focus is to provide participants with information, guidance, and support to help our population become the best high school students, college applicants, and college students they can be to prepare for lifelong success. Participants will learn tools, to best help their children and/or themselves (any college applicant).

August: 08/26/24-09/19/24 (M/W or T/TH) at 6:30p.m. via Zoom.

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September: 09/23/24-10/17/24 (M/W or T/TH) at 6:30p.m. via Zoom.

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English - https://fresnostate.zoom.us/j/83003813713 

October: 10/21/24-11/14/24 (M/W or T/TH) at 6:30p.m. via Zoom.

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February: 02/05/25-02/29/25 (M/W or T/TH) at 6:30p.m. via Zoom.

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March:03/02/25-03/26/25 (M/W or T/TH) at 6:30p.m. via Zoom.

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April: 04/14/25-05/07/25 (M/W or T/TH) at 6:30p.m. via Zoom.

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Parent University Professional Development is a 4-week course offered in a variety of languages. Learn the necessary skills to help your student succeed in school. 

Participants will learn how to maximize their strengths, skills, and college learning for gainful employment. Students will create a professional brand, in-person and online presence to optimize their career opportunities. The focus revolves around résumés, interviewing, business etiquette, job search, networking, and long-term career management.

August: 08/26/24-09/19/24 (M/W or T/TH) at 6:30p.m. via Zoom.

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September: 09/23/24-10/17/24 (M/W or T/TH) at 6:30p.m. via Zoom.

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Spanish - https://fresnostate.zoom.us/j/81266815810 

English - https://fresnostate.zoom.us/j/84200568522 

October: 10/21/24-11/14/24 (M/W or T/TH) at 6:30p.m. via Zoom.

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February: 02/05/25-02/29/25 (M/W or T/TH) at 6:30p.m. via Zoom.

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March:03/02/25-03/26/25 (M/W or T/TH) at 6:30p.m. via Zoom.

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April: 04/14/25-05/07/25 (M/W or T/TH) at 6:30p.m. via Zoom.

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Parent University Small Business Development is a 4-week virtual course offered in Spanish and English from 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Learn the necessary skills to help your student succeed in school. 

Participants will gain skills in defining a new business idea or expanding an existing one. The program emphasizes the initial steps involved in establishing a small business and provides more resources for established businesses.

August: 08/26/24-09/19/24 (M/W or T/TH) at 6:30p.m. via Zoom.

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September: 09/23/24-10/17/24 (M/W or T/TH) at 6:30p.m. via Zoom.

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Spanish - https://fresnostate.zoom.us/j/81056722973 

English - https://fresnostate.zoom.us/s/81225240857 

October: 10/21/24-11/14/24 (M/W or T/TH) at 6:30p.m. via Zoom.

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February: 02/05/25-02/29/25 (M/W or T/TH) at 6:30p.m. via Zoom.

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March:03/02/25-03/26/25 (M/W or T/TH) at 6:30p.m. via Zoom.

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April: 04/14/25-05/07/25 (M/W or T/TH) at 6:30p.m. via Zoom.

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Parent University Social Emotional Learning is a 4-week virtual course offered in Spanish and English. Learn the necessary skills to help your student succeed in school. Essential tools to help lead healthy, fulfilling lives. Thetraining allows participants to acquire and apply theknowledge, skills, and attitudes to develop healthyidentities, manage emotions and achieve personal andcollective goals, feel and show empathy for others,establish and maintain supportive relationships, andmake responsible and caring decisions. Participants learn that they have a dual role to play in raising self-aware, respectful children who know how to manage decisions and resolve conflicts nonviolently.

August: 08/26/24-09/19/24 (M/W or T/TH) at 6:30p.m. via Zoom.

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September: 09/23/24-10/17/24 (M/W or T/TH) at 6:30p.m. via Zoom.

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Spanish - https://fresnostate.zoom.us/j/88141734716 

English - https://fresnostate.zoom.us/j/7540343478 (Mondays Only) 

October: 10/21/24-11/14/24 (M/W or T/TH) at 6:30p.m. via Zoom.

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February: 02/05/25-02/29/25 (M/W or T/TH) at 6:30p.m. via Zoom.

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March:03/02/25-03/26/25 (M/W or T/TH) at 6:30p.m. via Zoom.

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April: 04/14/25-05/07/25 (M/W or T/TH) at 6:30p.m. via Zoom.

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Parent University Spanish Conversation is a 4-week virtual course offered in Spanish and English. Learn the necessary skills to help your student succeed in school.  Designed for participants to develop the four basic parts of language: listening, speaking, reading and translating. In order to learn a new language it is essential to practice and develop skills in comprehension and discussions through written and oral tasks. The goal is to acquire the ability to adapt the language to different contexts, demonstrating understanding of the Spanish language.

August: 08/26/24-09/19/24 (M/W or T/TH) at 6:30p.m. via Zoom.

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September: 09/23/24-10/17/24 (M/W or T/TH) at 6:30p.m. via Zoom.

Zoom Link: https://fresnostate.zoom.us/j/82632270713 

October: 10/21/24-11/14/24 (M/W or T/TH) at 6:30p.m. via Zoom.

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February: 02/05/25-02/29/25 (M/W or T/TH) at 6:30p.m. via Zoom.

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March:03/02/25-03/26/25 (M/W or T/TH) at 6:30p.m. via Zoom.

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April: 04/14/25-05/07/25 (M/W or T/TH) at 6:30p.m. via Zoom.

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Rosetta Stone empowers people to read, write and speak Spanish with confidence. Contact the Family Resource Center to get your log in information. 

To access Rosetta Stone click here.

STEM focused curriculum that builds understanding for families on the importance of building a strong foundation in math and science. Program covers accessible data related to college and career opportunities in STEM, high school academic track, salary range for all STEM related jobs, and highlights the benefits of supporting their children to pursue STEM related careers.  STEM is a 4-week program, meets once a week for 75 minute-sessions at 6:30p.m (spring) and 7:00p.m. (summer) via Zoom. Program includes fun and interactive strategies for incorporating STEM concepts into everyday life. The program includes a graduation ceremony with certificates provided to parents who attend sessions. See calendar for specific dates, registration is required.

Spring: 4/30/25-5/21/25 (Wednesdays) at 6:00p.m. via Zoom.

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Social Emotional Learning (PIQE) curriculum for families with children K-12 years of age will be introduced to the importance of Social Emotional Learning and its impact on academic success. The 5 domains of social emotional health are explained along with implementation strategies to help support SEL at home.  SEL is 9-week program, meets once a week, 75 minute-sessions at 6:30p.m. via Zoom. SEL includes effective strategies for managing stress and recognizing the spectrum of emotions and responses. The program includes orientation and a graduation ceremony with certificates provided to parents who attend six or more sessions. See calendar for specific dates, registration is required.

Dates: TBD

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Science night showcases science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). We strive to create awareness and interest in STEM while encouraging participants to see their own future in STEM. There will be fun activities, parent workshops, college information and raffle/prizes! 

Dates: TBD

The SMJUHSD will have a series of presentations for Special Education families.

Fall: 11/14/24 at 5:30p.m.

Spring: 3/13/25 at 5:30p.m.

Meetings will be held at the District Office (2560 Skyway Dr.)