Breaking The Silence

Please join CVUSD’s BreakThrough Student Assistance Program and the Conejo Schools Foundation for a parent/guardian workshop presented by Angeles Small on Monday, February 2, from 6:00–7:30pm. This event will be held virtually.

This FREE workshop will focus on supporting the mental and emotional well-being of Latino children and adolescents, strengthening family communication, and helping parents access tools and resources to support their students’ success.

Join us for a welcoming, supportive parent workshop focused on the mental health and well-being of our children and families. Raising children comes with challenges, and mental health is an important part of helping students thrive at home and at school.

During this workshop, families will learn about common emotional, behavioral, and academic signs that may indicate a child or teen is struggling. We will discuss how cultural values, family expectations, and life stressors can shape how children experience and express mental health needs.

Parents will gain practical strategies for supporting their children, building open and trusting conversations at home, and responding with care when concerns arise. We will also review when and how to seek additional support, including school-based and community resources.

This workshop is designed to empower parents with knowledge, confidence, and culturally responsive tools to support their children’s emotional health, resilience, and overall success.

Angeles Small is a dedicated advocate for mental health equity, particularly within the Latino community. As a key member of the Ventura County Behavioral Health, she developed a culturally responsive mental health curriculum tailored for high school students. This vital initiative, implemented through school Wellness Centers, has reached thousands of students across Ventura County and is available in multiple languages, including Spanish, Tagalog, Vietnamese, Arabic, Mandarin, and Portuguese.

With over 20 years of experience, Angeles has built a career centered on bridging critical gaps in education and mental healthcare. Her leadership was recognized when the Pacific Coast Business Times recognized as 2020 Latino Community Leader in Ventura County.

Beyond her professional role, she serves in organizations like the Oxnard Monday Club, I Am a Kid Who Can, and Equity and Justice 4 ALL.