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Family and Community Engagement

Upcoming Events and Resources

Family and CommunityEngagementUpcoming Events and Resources
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September 19 - October 1, 2022

PUSD Family Resource Center is a place, both physically and virtually, where you can get information on educating and supporting your child. We are a place where you can get ideas about how to work with your child's teacher, volunteer in the classroom, and support your child's learning at home. The Family Resource Center empowers families and cares for students by offering connections to resources & resource partners.


Please help us share the information below with families and the community.


FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 23 - STAFF DEVELOPMENT/PUPIL FREE DAY

Visit the Family and Community Engagement Website

Upcoming District Meetings and Events

District English Learner Advisory Committee Virtual Meeting: Monday, September 19, 4:30 p.m. To view the agenda, please visit the DELAC website and click HERE to join the meeting.


Community Advisory Committee Virtual Meeting: Monday, September 19, 6:00 p.m. To view the agenda and access the meeting link, please visit the CAC website.

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PARENT UNIVERSITY WORKSHOPS

Preparing for College: What Every 9th Grade Family Should Know - Tuesday, September 20, 6:30pm, TWO concurrent workshops in English and Spanish. Presented by College Access Plan. For more information and how to join the virtual workshop, please see FLYER or VOLANTE


Student Mental Health: Signs, Symptoms & Referrals to Services - Thursday, September 22, 6:00pm. Presented by PUSD THRIVE: School Mental Health. With simultaneous Spanish translation. For more information and how to join the virtual workshop, please see FLYER or VOLANTE


School Site Council Workshop: Tuesday, September 27, 6:00 p.m. The workshop will be virtual. Please contact Alvin Nash at nash.alvin@pusd.us to RSVP or if you have any questions.

SAVE THE DATE - Parent University Workshop

How to Have a Great Parent-Teacher Conference, presented by Pasadena Education Network, Wednesday, October 5, 6:30 p.m. Join the workshop to be ready for the Parent Conference Day (Elementary and Middle schools) on October 14! For more information and how to join, please see FLYER

For more information, visit the PU Canvas Page
Please note that our Family Engagement PU Canvas Page is updated on Fridays with the workshops and events of the following week.

Community Resources and Support

"Problem Solving Guide" provides information about who to contact first regarding topics for student support. Click HERE to access guide.


Student Tech Bytes: September 13, 2022 -Tech support and information for students and

families, click https://www.smore.com/bhw1v


PUSD Office of Enrollment, Permits and Student Records: 2023-2024 Open Enrollment dates are here! To view the calendar, please see the Open Enrollment Calendar or el calendario de inscripción en español


PUSD College and Career Pathways: PUSD sponsored FREE PSAT/SAT/AP test Prep. For info, please see FLYER.


College Access Plan's high school programs are free for all PUSD students in grades 9-12, click HERE to learn more and access services.


Pasadena LEARNs Expanded Learning Program provides academic support and enrichment opportunities for English Language Learners, Foster/homeless Youth and students who qualify for free/reduced price meals. For more information and how to apply, please click HERE.


PUSD Health Programs:

  • For COVID-19 vaccine, testing and safety plan updates, please visit https://www.pusd.us/Page/9473
  • Free Produce Distributions and Nutrition Education, Wednesday September 28, 7:00 a.m. For locations and more details, please see FLYER


The Parent Portal helps parents stay involved in their student's academic life and allows for better communication between parents and teachers. Parent Portal has up to date information on grades, assignments, attendance and more. It's easy to sign up for an account. https://www.pusd.us/parentportal. Parent Portal accounts require password resets every 12 months. If you reset your password more than a year ago, you will need to reset your password the next time you log in. Please view the document for Resetting Parent/Student Passwords for help.


PAPER Tutoring: Paper partners with Pasadena Unified School District to provide unlimited access to trained tutors so every student can ask questions, work through problems, and grow their confidence. Services are 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Please ask your child's teacher how you may access Paper Tutoring.


September is Hispanic Heritage month! 3 ways to celebrate Hispanic Heritage as a family, click HERE. Join the City of Pasadena Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department and the Latino Heritage Committee for Pasadena’s 24th annual Latino Heritage Celebrations, including the much-anticipated parade and festival on Saturday, Oct. 1. The month-long family-friendly activities and celebrations take place Sept. 16-Oct. 28. For more information on Pasadena events, please click HERE


PUSD Adult School Fall 2022 catalog is here! Program areas are -

  • High school diploma and GED

  • ESL classes

  • Technology programs

  • Apprenticeships and professional certifications

  • Parent engagement

  • Return to the workforce

  • Adults with disabilities

For more information, please see the Fall 2022 Adult Education Course Catalog or contact them at adulted@pusd.us 626-396-5640 ext. 20001


Families in Transition: If you know of a family experiencing homelessness, doesn't have a regular and adequate nighttime residence, lives in a hotel or motel, lives in an emergency or transitional shelter, etc. Please refer them or contact Families in Transition for transportation assistance, clothing, backpacks, school supplies, assistance in school enrollment, resources and more. For more info and how to contact them, please see FIT BROCHURE


Resources for PUSD Students and Families (English & Spanish), click HERE


The Pasadena Emotional Health and Well-Being Resource Guide contains Pasadena-based and surrounding area resources to provide quick access information for mental health and

emergency services. To access resources, please click HERE.


September is National Suicide Prevention and Awareness Month: Suicide is a public health concern that effects people of any age, race, sex, and class. If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health crisis, call or text 988 immediately. If you are uncomfortable talking on the phone, you can chat the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988lifeline.org. For mental health resources, please call LACDMH’s Helpline, available 24/7 to provide mental health support, resources and referrals at (800) 854-7771.

VOLUNTEER PROGRAM

PUSD's Volunteer Program is currently under Covid-19 processing protocols.


Although masks are not required, but still strongly recommended in many cases.

In order to keep our students and staff healthy and limit the risk of exposure to COVID-19 among all individuals on campus, visitors and volunteers are required to do the following:

  • Be fully vaccinated or have a negative COVID-19 test result within the past 48 hours

  • Conduct a symptom screening to ensure the individual is not experiencing any COVID-19-like symptoms

  • Wear a mask indoors at all times and it is strongly recommended to wear a mask outdoors


For up-to-date information regarding volunteer processing protocols, please contact:

familycenter@pusd.us, Ext. 88191

Rosa Mendoza, mendoza.rosa@pusd.us, Ext. 88198

Rosie Banuelos, banuelosaparicio.ros@pusd.us, Ext. 88193

For more information, visit PUSD Volunteer Website

Office of Family and Community Engagement

Office Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Address: 351 S. Hudson Avenue, Room 121, Pasadena, California 91109

Contact Info: (626) 396-3600 Ext. 88191 and familycenter@pusd.us

For additional information and support please contact Suzanne Berberian, berberian.suzanne@pusd.us (626) 396-3600 Ext. 88195, or Nancy Laguna Molina, lagunamolina.nancy@pusd.us, or Ext. 88196

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