1. Professional Development
Pupil Services
Professional Development
OCTOBER, 2014 Training

2. Administrative Updates

3. 3 Words Video – Grounding

4. New PSA Counselors PSA Counselor School Belmont HS Sara Fontan-Ocampo
(5 Days)
Araceli Lagunas
Fulton College Prep
Greta Ruvalcava
Incubator School
(1/2 Day)

5. ID Badge Distribution

6. Certification Staff Roster Verifications

7. Central Pupil Services Bright Idea Nominations

8. Self – Evaluations Due Friday, October 31, 2014

9. Please complete the short survey and turn it in today!
Mentor Match – Up
Please complete the short survey and turn it in today!

10. Attendance Challenge Ideas

11. Pupil Services
Foundation Training

12. Target (Group Intervention)

13. Group Intervention Strategies
I. Strategy: Identify groups of students in need of early intervention
II. Strategy: Implement targeted interventions and incentives for identified students
III. Strategy: Monitor progress of identified students

14. Increased Attendance Involves a 3-Tiered Approach

15. Possible reasons why students do not attend school…
Family dysfunction
Bullying
Gang involvement
Health reasons
Lack of discipline in the home
Mismatch between student’s academic skills and their assignments = poor grades
Disconnect from school (staff & peers)
Vicious cycle: student performs poorly & misbehaves; teacher responds punitively; student responds with defiance, non-compliance & truancy.
Undiagnosed learning disability

16. Targeted/Group Strategies
Use data to select groups of students to target
Provide appropriate interventions to target group
Blackboard Connect
Group Letters
Focused assemblies

17. School-Based Personnel Responsibilities
Assist in facilitating Notification of Truancy (NOT) Letters preparation procedures at school site
Train clerical staff on NOT Letter preparation procedures as needed
Monitor attendance of students that have received Initial Truancy Letter
Follow Attendance Intervention Protocols and guidance provided in the SARB Intervention Guide for School Staff
Underline…

18. Truancy Classification and Notifications

19. Truancy (Legal Definition)
EC Section 48260
A pupil…absent without a valid excuse three full days in one school year or tardy or absent for more than a 30-minute period during the school day without a valid excuse on three occasions in one school year or any combination thereof, shall be classified as a truant.
EC requires that upon the a pupil’s initial classification as a truant, the school district notify the pupil’s parent or guardian. LAUSD generates the first letter (on a monthly basis) to meet this state mandate.
Note: ALL TRUANCY LETTERS MUST BE MAINTAINED FOR THREE YEARS .

20. Initial Notification of Truancy (NOT) Letter
Automation Procedures REF-Bulletin
Outlines requirements prior to and following the mailing of
Letter #1 (NOT).
Criteria:
Students between 6 and 18 years of age
Accumulated three or more reason codes of 3, 2, 0, U, or blank within a school year; including unexcused tardies of 30 minutes or more coded with a reason code 3
Absence Codes that do not count towards Truancy:
1-Excused
5-Administrator Approval– Note new law allows principals more discretion to excuse absences
District receives $18.91 per letter generated

21. School-Based Personnel Responsibilities
Assist in facilitating Notification of Truancy (NOT) Letters preparation procedures at school site
Train clerical staff on NOT Letter preparation procedures as needed
Monitor attendance of students that have received Initial Truancy Letter
Follow Attendance Intervention Protocols and guidance provided in the SARB Intervention Guide for School Staff located on the Pupil Services website
Underline…

22. Second Truancy Letter – Request for Parent Conference
When should Truancy Letter #2 be sent?
Should be sent after:
The parent/guardian has received the Initial Truancy Letter
The parent/guardian has been given a reasonable opportunity to respond
Student has accumulated one or more additional unexcused absence or tardy in excess of 30 minutes or more or any combination thereof after the Initial Notification of Truancy was sent
Lead the audience in a brief discussion and then click 1x to show answer
Should be sent after:
The parent/guardian has received the Initial Truancy Letter
The parent/guardian has been given a reasonable opportunity to respond
Student has accumulated one or more additional unexcused absences, tardies in excess of 30 minutes or partial day or combination thereof after the Initial Notification of Truancy was sent

23. Third Truancy Letter – Habitual Truant Reclassification
When should Truancy Letter #3 be sent?
Should be sent after:
The parent/guardian has received the 1st and 2nd Truancy Letters
The parent/guardian has been given the opportunity to schedule a parent conference
Student has accumulated one or more additional unexcused absence or tardy in excess of 30 minutes or more or any combination thereof after the 2nd Notification of Truancy was sent
Lead the audience in brief discussion and then click 1x to show answer
Should be sent after:
The parent/guardian has received the 1st and 2nd Truancy Letters
The parent/guardian has been given the opportunity to schedule a parent conference
Student has accumulated one or more additional unexcused absences, tardies in excess of 30 minutes or partial day or combination thereof since the second truancy letter was sent

24. Sample Truancy Letter

25. Sending Valid Truancy Letters
Enter the mailing date on the letter
Dates of absences must be written in full
Example: 11/2/2010; 11/8/2010, 11/9/2010, 11/10/2010
NOT ACCEPTABLE:
11/2
“See attached”
Plenty
11/8 – 11/10/2010
Include the Parent’s Full Name and Address and the Student’s Full Name and District ID
Sample letters and detailed guidance are available through the SARB Intervention Guide for School Staff
Underline…Can consider eliminating, previous slide has info. that we can refer to that covers this slide.

26. Coding Absences in MiSiS
Absences must be documented properly. If they are being marked as “excused”, then there is no violation of the law.
Ensure Elementary Teacher or Attendance Clerk for Secondary schools are aware of any restrictions on accepting parent notes, and know how to code absences correctly
Review attendance records regularly to ensure compliance

27. Attendance Improvement Meeting Toolkit
Pupil Services Website: Tools for Schools page
Identify the Target Population
Preparation:
Set date, time, and location
Arrange for Translation Services.
Recruit a panel to speak
Send invitation letters
Develop Agenda and Presentation
Review with principal
Notify school staff
Prepare sign-in sheets, appointment log and handouts

29. AIM Meeting
Agenda
Topics
Speakers
Handouts

30. Post - AIM MEETING Conference with parents/students as requested
Mail follow-up letter to all parents, including parents that did not attend the meeting
Maintain a list of students/parents invited to the AIM
Document whether or not parent attended
Monitor students’ attendance and case manage as needed
Identify students for SART as appropriate if attendance does not improve following the AIM
Audience may ask if District Level/SARB chairs can help in this….

31. Intensive Case Management

32. Intensive Case Management
TOOLS AVAILABLE ON-LINE:
SARB Intervention Guide for School Staff available online
Case Management Flow Sheet & Chart
Record of Contacts/Case Chronology
Current Letters and Forms in the Attendance Manual
Underline

35. School Attendance Review Team (SART)

36. Purpose of SART
Recommended by LACOE as a best practice to improve student attendance and reduce potential referrals to SARB
Addresses barriers that are preventing regular school attendance
Encourages parent participation in resolution of the problem
Required prior to a SARB referral
An SST or Truancy Prevention Program hearing could take the place of a SART meeting.
Add…this step is recommeded before bringing a case to Resource Panel

37. SART Tools and Templates
Available as links in the SARB Intervention Guide for School Staff:
Overview
Quick Guide
Agenda
Invite letter
SART Contract

38. Preparing for SART Determine who will be SART panel members
Size of Team depends on specific student needs and staffing and availability
Determine possible SART dates and confirm with team members
Schedule meetings in 30 minute intervals

39. Preparing for SART (continued)
Send SART invite letter at least 2 weeks before the scheduled date
Three days prior to the SART another letter should be sent home with the student or conduct a home visit to hand deliver letter
Call the parent one day prior to the meeting to confirm attendance
Prepare and disseminate agenda
Arrange for an interpreter, if necessary
Place “Supplemental Student Information” form in teacher’s mailbox at least 1 week prior to SART
Gather student information (ie: student’s cum, behavior, academic, attendance records, and absence notes, etc.)
Research siblings and print attendance from MiSiS/MyData

40. Holding the SART Meeting- Overview
Include parent, student, administrator or designee, and other interested school personnel
Discuss issues related to school attendance and challenges faced
Identify family strengths, review progress made, inform of attendance goals and initiate an action plan including referrals to school based and community based services
Inform parent that only a doctor’s note will be counted as an “excused” absence
Review SART contract with family and obtain parent and student signature
Provide a copy of the SART contract to the parent
SART Contract may be included in SST and IEP meetings
The SART contract should include both school and outside referrals along with a timeline. It should also include a date for review with the family to ensure tasks are being met.
Inform parent that whenever in doubt about a child’s illness; the school nurse can be used as a resource along with the Wellness Clinic.

41. Day of SART Introduction: SART members and family
Verify address and phone numbers
Have parent complete new Emergency Contact Form
Include ALL school age siblings on contract
Review LAUSD attendance policy, compulsory education law, and discuss number of absences and tardies (current and past)
Review various interventions that were done prior to SART
Address barriers that are prohibiting regular attendance
Have parent sign Release/Exchange of Information Form (if applicable)
Inquire about past/current DCFS and/or Probation involvement
DPSS info (eligibility worker name and number)
Speak with doctors, therapists and others working with family

42. Day of SART (continued)
Give additional referrals: school based, community, alternative education, etc.
SART members may recommend: daily contract, parent check-in when dropping the student off at school, parent sit with student in class, etc.
Have SART team & family sign SART contract
Give parent a copy of SART contract and inform parents that further unexcused absences will result in a SARB referral

43. After SART If the parent does not attend SART:
Attempt to contact the parent by phone, mail, or home visit in order to reschedule
If you are not able to contact the parent mail “No Show to SART” letter along with a copy of the completed contract
CUM

44. SART Contract Violation
Mail “SART Violation” letter
Review SART contract and referrals that were given
Inform parent of referral to Resource Panel
Inform parent of School Attendance Review Board process

45. SART REMINDERS
Document ALL interventions in MiSiS Call Log or Record of Contacts
Keep copies of all correspondence that is mailed or given to the parent
Flag MiSiS & Inform appropriate school staff that parent notes will no longer be accepted and ALL future absences must be excused by a doctor, school nurse, or approved by the principal
Any parent note must be coded as “3 Non-Compliant” in MiSiS

46. Themes for October

47. Themes for October Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Computer Learning Month
Cookie Month
International Drum Month
National Pizza Month
National Popcorn Popping Month
5th Do Something Nice Day & World Teacher’s Day
6th Mad Hatter Day
7th World Smile Day
14th National Desserts Day
16th Bosses Day
19th Evaluate Your Life Day & Sweetest Day
26th Make a Difference Day

48. Crisis Intervention Gustavo Sagredo, Mental Health Consultant
Ely Mena, Mental Health Consultant

49. Break

50. Pupil Services – Specialized Units
YouthSource Centers
Foster Youth Achievement Program
FamilySource Centers

51. City Partnership-YouthSourceSystem
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City Partnership-YouthSourceSystem
Presented by Belinda Barragan, susan martinez, and maribel pelayo
Pupil Services and attendance Counselors

52. Mission
The partnership between Los Angeles Unified School District and the City of Los Angeles represents our shared commitment to providing services to communities identified as a high need area within the city. With a heightened focus on addressing the high school dropout crisis and implementing student recovery efforts , the overall partnership will concentrate on providing services for out of school youth.

53. Purpose To re-engage OSY in the educational process
To assist youth interested in obtaining their HS diploma/GED and attend post secondary schooling or training
To better prepare youth for the workforce

54. Youthsource Centers
Archdiocesan Youth Employment Services (Central and South)
El Proyecto del Barrio (North and South)
Los Angeles Brotherhood Crusade
Los Angeles Harbor College
Para los Niños
Regents of University of California (Central and West)
Watts Labor Community Action Committee
Youth Opportunity Movement Boyle Heights
LA Youth Opportunity Movement Watts
Youth Policy Institute (Pacoima and Central)
Community Coalition for Responsible Community Development
L.A. Conservation Corp

56. Services available at Centers
Tutoring and study skills training
Alternative secondary school services
Summer employment opportunities linked to academic and occupational training
Paid and unpaid work experiences, including internships and job shadowing
Occupational/Job skills training

57. Available Services Continued
Leadership and youth development
Support Services
Adult mentoring
Comprehensive guidance and counseling
English Literacy Classes for non –English speakers
Computer literacy
Follow- up services for at least 12 months

58. Role of the PSA Counselor
PSA Counselors will:
Work with the center staff to identify and recruit students that qualify for WIA and other Source Programs
Work with Out of School Youth (OSY) and assess the educational needs of each student to find appropriate educational placements and services.
Use MyData, an LAUSD database, to identify Non-Grad students and contact them via phone or mail.
Collaborate with neighboring schools and outreach to community partners to inform them of services available via the City Partnership Center and other Center Programs and/or Support Services

59. Role of PSA Counselor continued…
Provide case management services to WIA participants to ensure program outcomes
Participate in the weekly Orientation meetings held at the YouthSource Center
Promote services available at the center

60. WIA Youth: What it is Workforce Investment Act(WIA):
Primary funding source for Youth Source services
Federally-funded workforce development program
Provides education & employment services to youth 17 to 21 y/o
Provides other services needed to make youth successful in the world of work

61. WIA ELIGIBILITY
17-21
Must be able to show proof of right to work in the United States
Must live in Los Angeles City Boundaries
Must be “low income”
Must have a recognized “barrier” to employment

62. Recognized Barriers Basic skills deficient A school dropout
Homeless, a runaway, or a foster child
Pregnant or a parent
An offender
An individual who requires additional assistance to complete an educational program or to secure and hold employment.

63. Program Protocol
PSAC receives referral (from various sources) to assess for appropriateness and verify student contact information.
PSAC will contact student and invite them to an orientation/info session. At orientation/info session, student will schedule an appointment with PSAC for intake.
During intake appointment, student will complete Youth Assessment and Release/Exchange of information.

64. Program Protocol Cont.
PSAC will refer to YSC manager to determine WIA eligibility
If student does not qualify for WIA, PSAC will assess for eligibility of other YSC Programs and/or other community services

65. Los Angeles Reconnections Academy
Three year grant from the US Department of Labor
Career development collaborative targeting youth, ages , that have dropped out of school
Six catchment areas surrounding San Fernando HS, Belmont HS, Roosevelt HS, Fremont HS, Santee HS and South LA high schools.
L.A. Conservation Corp Youth Opportunity Boyle Heights
Youth Policy Institute-Central Youth Opportunity Watts
Coalition for Responsible Community Development Youth Policy Institute Pacoima
Career Pathways
Healthcare Green Technology Construction

66. LARCA Eligibility and Services
Grant is 16-24
Some centers only serve youth (18-24)
MUST be out of school
Able to work in the US
Live within LA County
Some agencies have put zip code restrictions (CRCD)

67. LARCA Services Intensive Case Management
HS Diploma or Equivalent will be earned
Job placement or College Enrollment
Stipends
Supportive Services (vary according to site)
TAP Cards
Housing Assistance
Access to Baby2Baby
After School tutoring
CAHSEE Prep
Job Readiness
Innersight

68. TRUANCY DIVERSION PROGRAM

69. Truancy Diversion Program (TDP) Overview
Community Members and Activist demanded:
End to the School to Prison Pipeline
“Counselors not tickets’
Daytime Curfew Law Amended
Juvenile Courts Closed
Resulted in:
LASPD and Pupil Services Partnership

70. PSA Role with TDP Conference with Parent and Student
To review student’s educational/ attendance history, assess needs and provide referrals
Provide information to student/parent re: grades, credits, attendance and laws
Suggest and assist with alternative educational placement, as appropriate
Provide referrals to local community agencies
Inform School Staff Point person (Principal/ PSAC) of contact/efforts made.
Collaborate with School Based PSA Counselors
Complete “Compliance” or “Non-compliance” form and forward to LA School Police

71. Key points
Only LASPD can refer and ONLY if the student is found out in the community and NOT on their way to school
Administrators cannot not refer students through Truancy Diversion Program
School Based PSA Counselors cannot refer students through the Truancy Diversion Program
School is still responsible for enforcing compulsory education law and completing procedures including SART, SARB, etc.
School based staff cannot send students to YouthSource Centers to complete community service as a consequence of in school truancy.

72. Centers

73. Archdiocesan youth Employment services aye: south
Currently seeking youth years of age for Paid Internship Program.
All youth can get assistance with:
Work Readiness which includes Mock Interview Skills, and Cover Letter and Resume Writing and Financial Literacy,
College Guidance, and Financial Aid.
All youth have access to Computer Lab and Employment Listings (Job Leads).
PSA Counselor on site to assist with information for High School Diploma, GED and Independent Study programs.
Community Resource Information available.
Youth Lounge / Free Tutoring
Supportive Services:
$100 – Clothing Voucher
$1000 – Child Care Services ($100 weekly for 10 weeks)
Bus Tokens

74. Watts Labor Community Action Committee
Truancy Referral/Case Management
Academic Assessments (On Track to Graduate)
Referrals to Family Youth Source/Tutoring
Referral to Homeless Access Unit (Housing)
High School Students (College Readiness Workshops, FASFA, College Applications)
Referral to WIA (Work Investment Action Svc.)
Counseling Services
Parenting Coaching (Attending School Conferences)

75. Youth Policy institute-pico union

76. Friendly Reminder FERPA Laws still apply
Student information can be exchanged between LAUSD employee to LAUSD employee (school based PSA and City Partnership PSA)
Any exchange of information (including student names) between school based LAUSD employee and YouthSource or Agency requires a Release of Information signed by parent

77. Belinda Barragan Susan Martinez Maribel Pelayo
PSA Counselor, Archdiocese Youth Employment Services - South
Susan Martinez
PSA Counselor, Youth Policy Institute-Central
Maribel Pelayo
PSA Counselor, Watts Labor and Community Action Committee

79. Foster Youth Achievement Program Los Angeles Unified School District

80. Nationwide Research Shows
Experience much higher rates of school mobility than other students
Have higher rates of absenteeism
Perform lower on state testing
Are twice as likely to be eligible for special education services
Only 58% graduate from high school as compared to the statewide average of 84%
In California, less than 3% go on to earn a college degree

81. LAUSD Foster Youth by Grade Level
Early Education Centers
598
Elementary Schools
4058
Middle Schools
1633
High Schools
1989
Total
8278

82. Barriers to School Success
Some identified barriers to school success are:
Being removed from their homes and communities
Separation from siblings
Unpredictable, frequent changes in homes and schools
Having the Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) and the court system involved in all aspects of their lives

83. Program Goals
The goals of the Foster Youth Achievement Program are to:
Provide support services to all foster youth attending LAUSD schools
Conduct comprehensive academic assessments
Promote school stability
Facilitate timely enrollment
Improve caregiver participation in the academic process
Provide continuous training and education on legislation and policy related to foster youth

84. Expected Outcomes Increase attendance rates Reduce chronic absenteeism
Reduce number of suspensions
Improve performance on state tests
Increase graduation rates
Reduce drop out rates

85. Support Services Provided
11 Foster Youth Lead Counselors will be assigned to support each local
educational service center and central office.
Develop and implement trainings for District personnel
Organize and facilitate quarterly Caregiver engagement workshops
Provide consultation and guidance to school based Foster Youth Counselors
Provide consultation and support services to school site staff
Advocate for the educational rights of foster youth per federal/state legislation and District policies
Ensure that all middle and high school students have an ICP or IGP
Collaborate with K-12 counseling coordinators and academic counselors to ensure District compliance with AB 216, including notifications to social workers and holders of educational rights
Conduct community outreach

86. Support Services Provided
55 School Based Foster Youth Counselors will be assigned to schools heavily
impacted with foster youth.
Conduct comprehensive academic assessments
Provide on-going intensive case management services
Individual and group counseling
Collaborate with school site personnel by participating in multi-disciplinary case conferences (i.e. IEP, SST)
Advocate for the educational rights of foster youth
Monitor and increase the attendance and graduation rates of foster youth
Provide dropout prevention and recovery services
Provide transition counseling by encouraging foster youth to participate in the Pathways to College Program
Collaborate with District and community partners to coordinate services for foster youth
Implement parent engagement strategies (i.e. parent education groups, workshops, consultation)

87. Community Partnerships
The Foster Youth Achievement Program will continue to collaborate with the
following community partners throughout the development of the program:
City Partnership (YouthSource, FamilySource, WorkSource Centers)
Los Angeles County Department of Children and Family Services
National Center for Youth LAW-FosterEd
LA Trust for Children’s Health
Public Counsel
Children’s Law Center
Alliance for Children’s Rights
Los Angeles County Department of Public Social Services
Advancement Project
New Ways to Work

88. THE RIGHTS OF FOSTER YOUTH
What Every Stakeholder Should Know

89. Highlights of Assembly Bill (AB) 490 and LAUSD Bulletin 787.1
The educational and placement decisions of foster children should be in the Student’s Best Interest.
If a residential placement is changed, foster youth are allowed to remain in their School of Origin.
Every effort should be made for foster youth to be Immediately Enrolled in school.
Records must be Transferred within Two School Days.
Ensure that the out-of- home care student’s Credits, Grades, and Graduation Requirements are protected.
Foster youth should be referred to Academic Resources, Services, and Extracurricular Activities.

90. Assembly Bill 216 High School Graduation Exemption: Pupils in Foster Care
This law amends AB 167
Requires a school district to exempt a foster student who transfers between schools any time after the completion of the student’s 2nd year of high school from all coursework and other requirements adopted by the governing board of the school district that are in addition to the statewide coursework requirements, unless the school district finds that the student is reasonably able to complete the school district’s graduation requirements in time to graduate from high school by the end of his or her 4th year of high school.
Requires a school district that determines that a foster student is reasonably able to complete the school district's graduation requirements within the student’s 5th year of high school to take specified actions, including permitting the student to stay in school for a 5th year to complete the graduation requirements.

91. Questions?

92. FamilySource Partnership Program City-Partnership
ISIC Professional Development Meeting October 20, 2014
“Working together to strengthen families and enhance communities to support student academic achievement”

93. Objectives Background of FamilySource Partnership Program (FSPP)
Overview of FSPP services provided
Goals and Objectives of FSPP
Role of the FSPP PSA Counselor
Sites & How to refer to the FamilySource Partnership Program

94. Overview
Pupil Services and Attendance (PSA) Counselors are co-located at 13 FamilySource Centers (FSC) throughout the City of Los Angeles
Primarily serves families with children ages 5-17
Focuses on engaging parents and students with resources to improve academic achievement
PSA Counselors serve as educational consultants and conduct educational assessments
Serve as the main provider for the Los Angeles School Police Department (LASPD) Diversion Referral, an alternative to citations for students who commit minor infractions

95. About the FamilySource System

96. What is a FamilySource Center (FSC)?
The Family Source Centers(FSC) are comprised of 17 one-stop community centers located in the most impoverished areas of the city and provide a comprehensive array of services designed to help low-income families achieve two primary outcomes:
1. Increase family income/resources
2. Increase academic achievement

97. FSC Services Intensive Services Multi-benefit screening
Financial Literacy
Free Tax Preparation and Student Financial Aid Assistance Preparation
Pre-employment/Employment Support
Adult Education (GED preparation & ESL)
Computer Literacy
Youth Tutoring, Mentoring and Leadership
Parenting Support Services
Information and Referral

98. Who FamilySource Centers Serve?
FamilySource clients must be
low income and reside in the City of Los Angeles
Hand out Abriendo Puertas and Hours verification sheet
Review Packet

99. City of Los Angeles Spans a large geographic area
Hand out Abriendo Puertas and Hours verification sheet
Review Packet

100. LAUSD & FamilySource System Partnership

101. Mission of the Partnership
Collaborative effort between LAUSD and the City of Los Angeles Housing and Community Investment Department (HCID)
Serve students and families in FamilySource Centers in low-income communities
Uses a collectively-aligned approach to provide services through a collaboration to strengthen and enhance each entity’s services
Promote academic achievement and graduation for all students, help family systems thrive and strengthen communities

102. Outcomes
The FamilySource Partnership Program will meet the following accountability measures for the 300 clients served in each FSC:
Increase rates of Proficient/Advanced attendance (96% or higher attendance) and decrease rates of chronic absenteeism (91% or less attendance)
Improve academic achievement for students and increase graduation rates
Increase resources for students and families
Engage students in taking ownership in their education and outcomes
Students and families served through the partnership will take ownership of their education and will set their own goals to be college and career ready.

103. PSA COUNSELORS IN 13 FSCS THROUGHOUT THE CITY
ESC North
New Economics for Women (Canoga Park)
El Nido Family Center
New Economics for Women (Van Nuys)
ESC East
El Centro del Pueblo
Barrio Action Youth and Family Center
El Centro de Ayuda
Children’s Collective
Central City neighborhood Partners
ESC West
Youth Policy Institute (Hollywood)
Community Build
Latino Resource Organization
ESC South
Watts Labor Community Action Committee
Toberman Neighborhood Center

104. FSPP PSA Counselor Role
OUTREACH
DIRECT SERVICES
PARENT ENGAGEMENT & EDUCATION
LASPD DIVERSION REFERRAL
Identify and recruit students and families who can benefit from FSC services
Provide an Educational Assessment for eligible clients and clinical case management and linkage to services
Provide targeted parent trainings (e.g., attendance and graduation) to empower parents to help their child succeed in school
Main provider for support, intervention and resources for students referred through the Diversion Referral

105. Outreach and Planning
PSA Counselors outreach to local schools, community agencies, local businesses, etc. to increase resources to students and families and introduce additional clients served through the FamilySource system.
Outreach to local schools and programs, examples listed below:
School Sites (Parent groups, counselors/admin team, Back to School Night, etc.)
LAUSD meetings, School Attendance Review Board (SARB) meetings and other units
Neighborhood Council meetings, businesses, organizations

106. Direct Services
PSA Counselors conduct educational and psychosocial assessments, for a minimum of 300 students (between the months of August through June), served through the FamilySource system and collaborate with FamilySource center staff to decrease barriers to academic achievement.
Educational Assessment: To identify any academic barriers
Psychosocial Assessment: To identify the current supports and needs of a client/family
Ongoing collaboration with FamilySource case management staff: To coordinate educational services and support to students and families through consultation with FamilySource staff
Educational Liaison: To serve as the liaison between the FamilySource, parents and LAUSD

107. Parent Engagement & Education
PSA Counselors support FamilySource parent engagement and education services through parenting classes, such as Abriendo Puertas/Opening Doors, and parent workshops focused on academic services.
Conduct parenting classes using curriculum, such as Abriendo Puertas/Opening Doors
Conduct or identify facilitator for parent workshops on identified needed topics (example topics listed below)
Attendance Laws & Consequences
Understanding a Report Card, G.P.A. and Transcripts
Middle School and High School Graduation Requirements
Parents Rights- school procedures and guidelines (Special Education)

108. Los Angeles School Police Dept. Diversion Referral
Alternative method to citation of students, between the ages of 13 through 17, who commit minor law violations on school grounds
Addresses the behavioral and socio-emotional needs of students and families
Students must meet with a FamilySource Partnership Program (FSPP) Pupil Services and Attendance (PSA) Counselor, along with a parent/guardian, in one of the FamilySource sites throughout the city.
Students are expected to follow-through on the action plan’s recommendations during non-school hours (after school or on the weekends) at the FamilySource centers.

109. Parenting Classes at NEW Economics for Women (Canoga Park) and El Centro del Pueblo (East LA)

110. Referring to FamilySource Partnership Program Sites

111. Sample School Referral Form
Contact your FSPP PSA Counselor and send referral form via fax
Continue collaboration with FSPP PSA
Note: Services are not mandatory and FSPP PSA will need continued collaboration with referring party to ensure family follows through

112. FamilySource Partnership Program
Turn in:
Emergency Contact Information
Child Abuse documents
Receipt of staff resource guide forms
Staff media release forms
Verify work hours excel sheet, including location and phone number

114. Michelle Castelo Alferes, MSW
Pupil Services and Attendance Coordinator
FamilySource Partnership Program,
Pupil Services
Phone: or
Hiram Dabbah, LCSW
PSA Lead Counselor
Phone:

115. October Recognitions
Perfect Attendance

116. Perfect Attendance Wall of Fame (through september 30, 2014)
Karen Balumbu-Bennett
Geraland Benson
Adrienne Braden
Melecio Castillo
Colleen Connors
Richard Croucier
Mayra Duarte
Ibet Garibay
Rosalba Gonzalez
Sandra Guevara
Renee Hall
Shannon Hawkins
Diana Iniguez
Melissa Jimenez
Micquelyn Jones
Nicole Kasukabe-Lee
Jay Kirby
Armond Mc Daniels
Larry Montes
Marco Rodriguez
Wanda SooHoo
Sharice Sowell
Brisa Tejada
Mark Trujillo
Garyn Valdemar
Esther Vargas
Veronica Villanueva
Kendis Wilbourne

117. Counselor Spotlight
Counselor Spotlight
Karen
Balumbu-Bennett

118. A Day In The Life – Carson High School

119. A Day in the Life… Carson High School
Video

120. October Birthday
Kirby, Jay October 13th

121. Calendar/Planning Time
Important Due Dates
Meeting Dates
Attendance Improvement Meeting
SART/Resource Panel/SARB
Incentive Programs
Assemblies/Class Visitations
Etc.

122. Evaluations

123. UTLA/APSAC Updates

124. THANK YOU