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.
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
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.
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:
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: