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COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES FOR STUDENTS & FAMILIES

Students and Families looking to take advantage of community activities click on the links below to learn more about the programs available in our community.  

Los estudiantes y familias que deseen aprovechar las actividades comunitaria, hagan clic en los enlaces a continuación para obtener más información sobre los programas disponiblres en nuestra comunidad.

Community Liaison / Enlace Comunitario

A Community Liaison is responsible for managing the communication between local institutions and community citizens. 

My name is Leticia Torres, your school’s Bilingual Community Liaison.  I interact with the local community on behalf of your school.  Some activities include participate in On Campus activities such as Back to School night, CTE showcase, Financial Aide night, PTSA Insights and many others.  In addition I attend community meetings such as YES Meeting, CUSD Parent Univeristy. We partner with the City of Carlsbad Library Community Learning Center to hold parent activities.  I also assist in interpreting for parents or students and encourage parents to attend and learn about the students schools programs such as Parent Square, Aeries, Google Classroom, Naviance and much more.  

I look forward to assisting families throughout the school year.  Don’t hesitate to contact me with any questions.  

Leticia Torres

Community Liaison

leticia.torres@carlsbadusd.net

760-331-5181


Un enlace comunitario es responsable de gestionar la comunicacion entre las instituciones locales y los ciudadanos de la comunidad. 

Mi nombre es Leticia Torres Enlace Comunitario Bilingue en su escuela.  Interactuo con la comunidad local en nombre de su escuela.  Algunas actividades incluyen participar en actividades en el campus como la noche de regreso a clases, la presentacin de CTE, la noche de ayuda financiera, PTSA Insights y mucho mas.  Ademas asistir a reuniones comunitarias como YES Meeting,  CUSD Parent University. Nos asociamos con el Centro de Aprendizaje Comunicario de la Biblioteca de Carlsbad para realizar actividades para padres y estudiantes.  Tambien apoyo interpretacion para padres y estudiantes como Parent Square, Aeries Parent Portal, Google Classroom and Naviance.  

Espero ayudar a las familias durante todo el ano escolar. No dude en ponerse en contacto conmigo con cualquier pregunta.

Leticia Torres

Enlace Comunitario Bilingue

leticia.torres@carlsbadusd.net

760-331-5181

RESOURCES FOR EVERY HOUSEHOLD

FOOD BANKS & HOT MEALS

Below is a list of food banks and hot meals in North County. Feel free to visit them at anytime.  If you need additional information don't hesitate to contact Leticia Torres your Community Liaison.  


PILGRIM UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST

Location: 2020 Chestnut Avenue. Carlsbad, CA, 92008

3rd Tuesday Of The Month From 1:00 Pm - 2:00 Pm (No Holiday Closures Scheduled)

Food Menu Changes Monthly. Typical Food Package Include: Shelf-Stable Food Items Plus Occasional Fresh Produce, Dairy Items, And Frozen Meat. 

Eligibility: Emergency Food Assistance Program Income Guidelines Apply


MAAC PROJECT AT LAUREL TREE APARTMENTS

Location: 1307 Laurel Tree Lane, Carlsbad, CA  92011

3rd Tuesday of the Month from 1:30pm until food is gone. (No holiday closure) 

Food Menu Changes Monthly. Typical Food Package Include: Shelf-Stable Food Items Plus Occasional Fresh Produce, Dairy Items, And Frozen Meat. 

Eligibility: Emergency Food Assistance Program Income Guidelines Apply


ST PATRICK'S CHURCH

Location: 3821 Adams Street, Carlsbad, CA  92008

Hot Meals served every Thursday starting at 4:30pm in the Parish Hall.  Bring family and friends.  All are welcomed!

GROCERIES WITH GRACE

Location: Oceanside 1st Presbyterian 2001 South El Camino Real, Oceanside, CA 92054

Food Distribution Free food for all in need 3rd Saturday of the Month 9:30 - 10:30am


BROTHER BENNO FOUNDATION

Location: 3260 Production Ave, Oceanside, CA 92058

Ph: (760) 439-1244 Hours: 6:30am - 1pm

Services: Hot Food SAT 10-11:30am, Sack lunches Mon-Fri, Grocery distribution 6:30am to 10:50am, Clothing distribution 6:30-8am, Showers Mon, Tues, Thurs 6:30-9am, Sat 9am-12pm


SUMMIT CHURCH SUPER PANTRY

Location: 292 E. Barham Dr, Ste 202, San Marcos, CA  92078

Food Distribution Every Tues 10:30am-2pm & Thurs 2:30-6pm, Every 1st & 3rd Sat each month 10am-12pm


FEEDING SAN DIEGO

Below are the Feeding San Diego locations nearby.

Location: San Marcos-Rise Church

1915 Twin Oaks Valley Rd, San Marcos, CA  92069

https://feedingsandiego.org/find-food/

Food Distribution Hours: 1st & 3rd Wed per month 11am-12:30pm

 

Location: Oceanside-Melba Bishop Community Center

5603 N River Rd, Oceanside, CA  92057

Food Distribution Hours: 2nd & 4th Tues per month 11am-12pm


NORTH COUNTY LGBTQ RESOURCE CENTER

Location: 3220 Mission Ave Ste 2, Oceanside, CA  92058

(760) 994-1690

Hours Mon-Fri 10am-6pm

*Services: Foodies & Goodies, Project Youth LGBTQ youth between 9-25 activities

Radical community care 877-565-8860


NORTH COUNTY FOOD BANKS GPS

For a list of additional food banks throughout San Diego County click on the link below.  


HOUSING & TEMPORARY HOUSING

If you find yourself looking for a place to stay for you and your family.  You have choices.  There are many resources available to make life a bit easier.  Check out the local resources below that are available in and around our community.  You are not alone!  


SOLUTIONS FOR CHANGE

Solutions Academy is a comprehensive 700-day vocational program that prepares families for lifelong success through career pathways, work experience, leadership training, family management skills, teamwork, financial literacy, personal development, accountability and connection.

Location: 722 W. California Ave, Vista, CA 92084

(760) 941-6545 Hours Mon-Fri 8:30am-5pm


ONE SAFE PLACE

At One Safe Place the North County Family Justice Center we provide comprehensive help in a safe and judgment-free environment that empowers people to move forward with their lives.

Please call ahead to schedule an appointment so we can prepare to help you in the best ways possible. You can also walk-in during business hours. 

Location: 1050 Los Vallecitos Blvd, San Marcos, CA  92069

760-290-3690 Mon-Fri 7am to 9pm and Sat 8am to 12pm

Free support and services: acute crisis care, forensic medical exams, therapy, counseling, advocacy, legal services, workforce readiness, cooking classes, connections to shelters, educational assistance, free clothing 

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES FOR FAMILIES

LOW COST INTERNET

Contact your provider and ask about the Affordable Connectivity Program.


FREE TAX PREPARATION FOR YOUTH AND FAMILIES

United Way-San Diego 

(858) 492-2000

Service: Free Taxes ttps://www.myfreetaxes.org/

 

Free Adult Classes

Free Noncredit Courses For Adults

MiraCosta College offers a wide variety of tuition-free noncredit courses at the Community Learning Center in Oceanside and at several locations throughout Oceanside and Carlsbad. See the Continuing Education Schedule to find out what courses are available. If you are a new student who needs help getting started, or would like more information about using our online systems, please review our Online Student Guide or our Online Student Guide Español

 

CARLSBAD CITY LIBRARY CULTURAL ARTS EVENTS

The Carlsbad City Library offers many programs for families and students.  The calendar of events link above is a good place to start learning what the library offers.  Take advantage of the events available with your family.

 

FREE YOUTH BUS PASS

Get your Youth Bus pass by downloading the Pronto App in your play store.  Create an account then click on the link above to convert your pass into a youth pass that allows you to ride the bus, coaster, sprinter and trolley for FREE.  

 


ADDITIONAL RESOURCES FOR STUDENTS

TUTORING & HOMEWORK HELP

TUTOR CONNECTION


Contact: Foster Youth Services Coordinating Program & Homeless Education Services

Michelle Bailow mbailow@sdcoe.net 619-293-3496

 

KHAN ACADEMY

At Khan Academy you can build a deep, rock-solid understanding in Math, Grammer, Science, History and more.

 


EMERGENCY CONTACT NUMBERS

EMERGENCY NUMBERS:

  • For life-threatening situations, call 9-1-1

  • Domestic Violence hotline (888) 385-4657

  • *Free and low cost wellness services 2-1-1 San Diego 

  • The Suicide & Crisis Lifeline call 988 or text 988 to speak with a lifeline

  • Trans Lifeline Suicide Prevention Hotline (877) 565-8860

  • Find Help.org (800) 273-8255, For Español (Spanish) Users: Use (888)-628-9454

For TTY Users: Use your preferred relay service or dial 711 then 988

Veterans: can call 988 or text 838255

The Disaster Distress Helpline:(800) 985-5990

 

MOBILE CRISIS RESPONSE TEAM (MCRT)

Mobile Crisis Response Teams (MCRT) provide in-person support to anyone, anywhere, experiencing a mental health, drug, or alcohol-related crisis.  

MCRT dispatches behavioral health experts to emergency calls instead of law enforcement, when appropriate, with teams made up of clinicians, case managers, and peer support specialists.  

If you need help with a behavioral health crisis or know someone who does, call the Access & Crisis Line
(888) 724-7240.

Translate Page to your Preferred Language / Traducir la Página Web a otro Idioma

HOW TO TRANSLATE THE WEB PAGE TO ANOTHER LANGUAGE

All CUSD web pages can be translated into Spanish or any language one desires. To translate the CHS websites follow these steps:

  1. At the top of the page Click on the 3 dots
  2. A new tab will open and scroll down and Select Translate then select the language you prefer
  3. The web page will be automatically translated to the preferred Language (Note: will require to do this on every page)

COMO TRADUCIR LA PAGINA WEB A OTRO IDIOMA

Todas las páginas web de CUSD pueden ser traducidas al Español o cualquier idioma que uno desea. Para traducir la página web de CHS siga los siguientes pasos: 

  1. En la parte superior de la pagina seleccione los 3 puntos 
  2. Otra pagina se abrira y haga clic en 'Translate’ y selecione el idioma preferido
  3. La página web se traduce automáticamente al idioma preferido (nota cada pagina se tendra que traducir)