Wellness Together's 8th Annual Student Mental Wellness Conference: Full Schedule

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Today's Foster Youth: How to Create a Comprehensive Foster Youth Support Program on Your Campus

Wednesday October 9, 2024 4:00pm - 5:00pm PDT

Foster youth are often the “invisible” underserved population. Participants will learn how to create a comprehensive academic and social/emotional program serving the needs of today’s foster youth. The presentation will include academic supports, on-campus programs, mentorships, district and community outreach, career readiness, resources, and how to build meaningful relationships for this at-risk population. Financial limitations and options, and how to continue growing the program will also be discussed.

Speakers

Jenna Mendez

District Foster Youth Liaison, CNUSD

Jenna Mendez has been a School Counselor for 17 years at several levels doing both guidance and crisis intervention. In that role, she worked with the foster youth and has helped to create the All-Star Foster Youth program. Currently, she is the Corona-Norco Unified School District... Read More →

Wednesday October 9, 2024 4:00pm - 5:00pm PDT
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Wellness Together's 8th Annual Student Mental Wellness Conference