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MISSIONVISION ABOUT USThe Office of Child and Youth Success is dedicated toprioritizing San Diego’s youngest community by providingaccess to resources, services and high-quality programs toimprove social, health, and educational outcomes.Through trust, transparency, equity, and inclusion, the City ofSan Diego, Office of Child and Youth Success will coordinate anetwork of community stakeholders that will provide a sharedframework to deliver high-impact solutions to challengingcircumstances for young people empowering them to thrive inthe community they serve.The Office of Child & Youth Success serves as a navigation andconnection point for residents seeking supportive services andprogramming for youth ages 24 and below.2

There are 3.6 million Black-owned businesses in theUnited States, generating $217 billion in annualrevenue and supporting more than 3.56 million U.S.jobs. The financial impact of Black- or AfricanAmerican-owned businesses in the United States ismultifaceted and dynamic and translates into realeconomic impact and creates jobs for workers of allbackgrounds.Support local businessesEach August we celebrate National Black Business Month, an annual observance that begannearly 20 years ago by two San Francisco-based Black business executives to highlight theremarkable achievements and contributions of Black-owned businesses across the UnitedStates.Here is a list of black business in San Diego that you can helpthrive and look for help to start your own!RESTAURANTS SHOPS AND MOREART AND CULTURAL SPACESLouisiana Purchase The Mental BarMom’s Chicken and WafflesMaya’s Cookies Dirt Don’t HurtFailed RaceGarden of Frangrance FIVESPACECommon Ground Theatre San Diego African American Musuem of Art The WorldBeat Cultural Center3

WHAT: Join us for our Speak Out Special Council sessions, where we cometogether to discuss and prioritize youth empowerment. Our focus is on exploringtopics crucial to today's youth and how our community and peers can activelyparticipate and support these initiatives. These sessions are designed to amplifyyouth voices, foster meaningful conversations, and inspire actionable solutions.Whether you're a young person eager to share your perspective or an adultlooking to contribute to a brighter future for our youth, your involvement isinvaluable. Together, let's make a difference and empower our youth to thrive!WHEN: August 6th,2024, 4pm- 5pmMicrosoft Teams S P E A K U P S A N D I E G O S P E C I A L Y O U T HC O U N C I LACCESS THE CHILD ANDYOUTH PLAN BEFORE THEMEETING4WHO: Youth, Ages 12-26 in The City of San Diego

As summer winds down and the excitement ofa new school year begins, we want to ensureeveryone is prepared for a smooth transitionback to school. Here are some essential tipsand reminders to kick off the year on the rightfoot:ElementarySchool (K-5)Middle School(6-8)HighSchool (9-12)Here is a free Not Back toSchool Bash to honor the kidswho are homeschooled.Follow the link to learn more.Backpack: Sturdy andcomfortable.Lunchbox: With healthy snacksand a water bottle.School Supplies:NotebooksFoldersPencils and erasersCrayons or coloredpencilsSafety scissorsGlue sticksRulerPersonal Items:Hand sanitizerTissuesExtra set of clothes(especially for youngerchildren)Backpack: Larger to accommodate morebooks and supplies.Lunchbox: With nutritious food and awater bottle.School Supplies:Binders with dividersNotebooksFoldersPens, pencils, and erasersHighlightersCalculatorRuler and protractorGlue sticks or tapePersonal Items:Hand sanitizerTissuesPlanner or agendaTechnology:Chromebook or tablet Headphones or earbudsBackpack:Larger to accommodatemore books and supplies.Lunchbox: With nutritious food and awater bottle.School Supplies:Binders with dividersNotebooksFoldersPens, pencils, and erasersHighlightersCalculatorRuler and protractorGlue sticks or tapePersonal Items:Hand sanitizerTissuesPlanner or agendaTechnology:Chromebook or tablet Headphones or earbuds5

Need Help On Your Homework?KHAN ACADEMY!Available learning resources 24/7 for allagesPractice exercises, instructional videos,and personalized learning dashboardsthat covers math K-12 through earlycollege, grammar, science, history,SAT, and more. It's all free for learnersand teachers..Its goal is to create aset of online tools thathelp educate students.The organizationproduces short videolessons.Brainfuse HelpNowDistance Learning CenterUCSD Free TutoringOTHER HOMEWORK RESOURCES!Uplift San Diego ResourceSpreadsheetDO YOUR HOMEWORK AT THE LIBRARY!BE THE HELP YOU ONCE NEEDED!BE THE HELP YOU ONCE NEEDED!BECOME A TUTORGot Homework? We’vegot help!FREE homework assistance for students tosupport out of school learning andengagementMonday - Thursday3pm - 6pmThe program includes:Free access to paid Coaches who areavailable to provide assistance forstudents K-8.Free access to learning materials,computers, online research tools, andmore.Tutoring Sites:Skyline Hills Library, Tuesdays @5pm-7pmValencia Park Library, Wednesdays @3pm-6pmTUTORING KIDS AT HEART!Kids at Heart offers free tutoringand mentoring for low-incomestudents in grades K-12th6

CONTINUING EDUCATION UC San Diego Division of Extended Studies serves lifelong learnersby addressing career skills and personal development needs.Annually, it offers over 4,400 courses, panels, and events to 30,000students, including in-person, online, and 3D-virtual realityclasses. Programs include certificates, degrees, communitypartnerships, and public lectures, all developed with advisoryboards and taught by professionals to maintain UC San Diego's highstandards.What is continuing education?Continuing education is a general termreferring to returning back to yourstudies. It can be obtaining a GED,learning new skills, gainingcertifications, and more!What are the benefits?Continuing education allows you toimprove your skills, which cantranslate to greater earning potential,professional advancement, andgreater overall career opportunities.Opportunities in San Diego San Diego College of Continuing Education (SDCCE), part of theSan Diego Community College District (SDCCD), is California'slargest provider of noncredit education. For over 100 years,SDCCE has offered free, accessible, equitable, and innovativecareer training and education for adult students.Find a careercenter near youFind In-PersonGED ClassesNear YouUnderstandingSan Diego’s keyindustries7

Things To Know As AFIR S T TIM E COLL E GE S T U DENTDon’t expect how it was in high school!Professors will treat you like an adult. In high school, you’re at school roughly 40hours a week, but in college it’s roughly 10hours a week. will be more time studyingoutside of classesProfessors cold calling (randomly calling onstudents) for answers. In some courses your grade reflects bothassigned homework and exams, other courseson the other hand, reflects only exams. (i.e.midterms and finals).Your responsible for all things college. Thismeans you are responsibly for time-management, schedules, and eliminatingdistractions. WHAT TO EXPECT?Click Here to learn more about college expectations!Go To Class1.Safeguard Your Physical and Mental Well-Being2.Learn The Campus3.Know The College’s Academic Rules4.Be Realistic About Your Time5.5 IMPORTANT TIPS:Click Here for more important tipsDORM CHECKLISTS:What To Bring To CollegeEssentialsOrganization & StoragePrintable ChecklistYour financial aid package mayinclude work-study funds.Work-study is a form ofstudent employment limited topart-time during the schoolyear, and students usually workno more than 20 hours a week.Partially funded by the federalgovernment, this programprovides financial assistancethrough student employment.Instead of a financial aidpayment, your work-studyaward is paid in the form of apayroll check for time/hoursworked.WORK STUDY:Click Here to learn more!PROS:CONS:Doesn’t cover largeexpensesLimited job choicesLearning relevantexperienceFlexible and convenientClick Here to learn more!8Student Roommate SearchOff Campus Roommate SearchQuestions For RoommatesFINDING A ROOMMATE:Each university is different, so be sure tocontact your school for accurate information.

What is research?Research is the process of studying anddiscovering new information in a specific area ofinterest. Research aims to answer a scientificquestion or hypothesis. New student researchersusually join an existing project in a professor'slab, where they are trained and supervised bypostdoctoral scholars and graduate students.Who can do research?Anyone is capable of doing research insome capacity! However, if you areinterested in getting deeply involved in aindependent research study, aundergraduate institution will have thebest resources to help get you started.geTTing involved in researchCheck out this articleby John C. Norcross,PhD, ABPP, on thegetting involved withundergraduateresearch How to get started?When getting started in research you willwant to use the resources around you. Thisincludes your university research center,faculty, professors, and graduate students.Reach out to faculty who have research thatinterests you. Set up meetings, go to officehours, network!Research is not just limitedto pure STEM. The socialsciences offer manyopportunities to participatein research too!Check out the researchbeing done to address issuesin San Diego9

National Nonprofit Dayis commemorated onAugust 17 each year torecognize nonprofitorganizations’ ongoingefforts to serve thelocal community.AugustAugust17th17th Work to promote awareness and offer assistance toindividuals who otherwise would not be able to afford it. 10PARTICIPATE Are You A Nonproft ?Check out these events where you can attend and donate your services toyouth while having a bit of fun. WHY?

How to help otherscoping with griefNational Grief Awareness DayAugust 30, 2024National Grief Awareness Day, also known as National Bereavement Day, is usuallyrecognized annually on August 30th. It was founded in 2014 by Angie Cartwright, awoman who experienced the loss of many of her loved ones. Its purpose is generallyto raise awareness of the different ways in which grief can manifest in our lives. Grief is a complex emotion thatmanifests in different ways fordifferent people. It is the naturalreaction to loss. Grief is both auniversal and personal experience.Coping with GriefSeek out caring peopleExpress your feelingsTake care of your healthBe patientSeek outside help when neededGive them a safe place to share their feelingsOffer practical help like cooking or pet-sittingBe patient and give them time to grieveEncourage professional help when necessaryGrief Resources in San Diego11

The City of San Diego has a Commission on theStatus of Women. The commission advises Citygovernment agencies of the needs and problems ofwomen in San Diego, and recommends programs toreduce inequities women face. The meetingtimes/dates are available here, and anyone can attend!Women’s Equality DayAugust 26thAboutWomen’s Equality Day celebrates the adoption of the19th Amendment in 1920, which gave women theright to vote. It also celebrates women’s continuingefforts toward full equality, as the adoption of the19th amendment was the result of the Women’sSuffrage Movement , which started in 1848. Womenmarched, lobbied, lectured, practiced civildisobedience, and more to gain the right to vote.However, women of color were often excluded fromthe movement and kept from voting even after the19th Amendment was adopted. Despite this,women of color played a key role in the movement,and today are able to vote because of these efforts.Educate yourself and others!Learn about the history of theWomen’s suffrage movementhere. Read more about women ofcolor who had a crucial role in theWomen’s suffrage movementhere.How to CelebrateSupport women-ownedbusinesses! Intentionally shopat women-owned businesses tocelebrate their contributionsand empower them to thrive intheir chosen field.Spread awareness on social media!Use social media to share informativecontent about women’s rights andgender equality, use hashtags relatedto Women’s Equality Day, and engagewith others by liking, commenting,and sharing.Leadership and NetworkingResources for WomenDETOUR F.A.N.C.Y. Leadership AcademyGirls Rising has a Mentorship Program for girls 8-17 and a Women Emerging Program for girls 18-24.Dynamic Young Women of San Diego (you need a LinkedIn account to view!)12

ECONOMIC ANDECONOMIC ANDWORKFORCEWORKFORCEDEVELOPMENTDEVELOPMENTT U E S D A Y - A U G U S T 2 0 , 2 0 2 44 : 0 0 P M - 5 : 0 0 P MU S E T H I S L I N K T O J O I NWHO: Youth, Ages 12-26 in The City of San Diego WHAT: The discussion goal is equitable opportunities for childrenand youth that promote strategies to obtain the necessaryqualities to be resilient in economic downturns and also securecompetencies to provide long-term workforce skills and abilities.S A N D I E G O S P E A K U P S P E C I A LY O U T H C O U N C I LACCESS THE CHILD ANDYOUTH PLAN BEFORE THEMEETING13

Learn more about SDGE pricingplans here.Staying Cool Without ACDon’t have AC? Want to conserveenergy? Here are a couple things you cando to keep cool:Keep your windows open at night.Close your blinds or hang sun-blocking curtains or any other type ofwindow covering.Reduce your oven usage (opt formeals that don’t require a stove oroven, or that don’t need to bewarmed up).Use ceiling fans and/or portable fansif you have them.Keep interior doors open to allow airto circulate freely and to avoid hotspots.If you can invest in alternatives toAC, here is a list of good options.CUTTING ENERGY COSTSSDGE Plan OptionsThis plan splits the day into on-peak, off-peak, and super off-peak hours, going fromhighest to lowest prices respectively. Thesetimes are different between weekdays andweekends/holidays.TIME OF USE - DR1 STANDARDThis plan means the less you use, the lessyou pay. This applies to any time of theday and any day of the week, includingweekends and holidays. This is a goodplan for people who tend to conserveenergy and use less in general. TWO-TIER SYSTEM (ALL)You pay less if you fall in Tier 1, meaningyou use 130% or less of your baselineenergy allowance. You pay more if you fallin Tier 2, meaning you use more than the130% of your baseline allowance.For time of use (TOU) plans, the costof energy usage is determined by thedemand for energy at that time.Time of UseAre you a renter in San Diego? Chances are you pay for gas and electricityseparate from your rent. San Diego Gas and Electric (SDGE) is the primaryprovider of residential gas and electricity in San Diego. Read on to learnabout the most relevant payment plans for youth renters.TIME OF USE - DR2This plan splits the day into on-peak andoff-peak hours, with on-peak costingmore and off-peak costing less. Thesetimes are the same for all days, evenweekends/holidays.PLUS TIPS TO STAY COOL WITHOUT AC*Except for the standard plan,the most expensive time isalways between 4 and 9 pm!*14

LUNG CANCERAWARENESS DAYLUNG CANCERAWARENESS DAY“Lung Cancer is the leading cause of cancer relateddeaths worldwide for both men and women” -according to the World Health OrganizationKeep trash coveredDo not smoke or vape indoorsAvoid burning candles, incense & fire indoorsKeep pets off furnitureRegularly dust/sweepLet in fresh air, Open windowsUse ceiling fans/box fansClean/inspect HVAC systemsInstall HERPA air purifierUse Vacuum cleanersWash linen regulalrlyFragrance free air freshenersInstall HERPA air purifierLimit chemical cleaning suppliesReduce or replace carpetAUGUST 1, 2024AUGUST 1, 2024RE D U C E & M ANAGEThe next step to improve air qualityindoors is to ventilate with clean,outdoor air. Outdoor air has two tofive times fewer pollutants thanindoor air.VE N T I L A T I O NAir cleaning or filtration canhelp to reduce pollutantsalready present in the air, butthey cannot eliminate them.The best way to avoidexposure to harmfulpollutants is by making surethey don’t get indoorsSO U R C E C O N TROLFight Home air pollutantsFight home air pollutantsFight home air pollutants15

PARKS AFTER DARKSummertimeFunSummertimeFunFREE MOVIES IN THE PARKSummer Movies in the Park is thelargest free and family-friendly outdoormovie series in San Diego County, withdozens of hosting sites and over ahundred screenings. Music & Entertainment, Inflatables,Community Resources, Arts & Crafts, YouthSports Clinics, Health & Fitness, and more. DON’T MISS THE LAST FEW WEEKS OFDON’T MISS THE LAST FEW WEEKS OF16Have questions? Click HereHave questions? Click HereFREE! Thursday, Friday and SaturdayNights 5pm-8pmJune 20th - August 17th, 2024Happening At These Locations:City Heights Rec CenterLinda Vista Rec CenterMemorial Rec CenterSkyline Hills Rec CenterKidsEatFreeShows run May through October,in neighborhoods from thebeach to the desert, andeverything in between.Shows Every Where, For Every AudienceTimes&Places

JULY 26, 2024- AUGUST 11 2024LOCATION: PARISSUMMER OLYMPICS BEST ON THEBLOCK!HISTORY OF GAMESThe Summer Olympic Games, also knownas the Games of the Olympiad, and oftenreferred to as the Summer Olympics, is amajor international multi-sport eventnormally held once every four years. Theinaugural Games first took place in 1896in Athens, Greece. Gather family, friends, andneighbors to see who are thebest competitors. Host your ownneighborhood Olympics gamesto have some friendly and funcompetition in your community.Hopscotch3 leg raceObstacle courseBean bag/egg tossSwimmingBike raceYMCA Youth SportsFind a recreation center or pool near you National Academy of AthleticsSports Summer Camps in San DiegoFIND MORE SPORTS PROGRAMS TO GET INVOLVED WITH!Sports 4 Kids - Provides sports clinics to low-income schoolsFor athletes with disabilities:Special OlympicsSports for Exceptional Athletes Find more opportunities here17

Engage families to build communityand strengthen school-familypartnerships..Show students that you’re open tolearning about their culture.Group students strategically to helpbuild language skill development.Create a safe environment for studentsto practice new language.ESL RESOURCESRead often and out loudTake note of new vocabularyHave conversationsMake friendsPractice makes you betterTIPSSD College ofContinuing EducationOnline Reading andListeningPBS KidsSD County Office of EdBilingual StoryTime RESOURCESEnglish as a second language can be anobstacle for learners. This can contributeto lower academic achievement andincreased dropout rates among Englishlanguage learners. Without appropriatesupport and accommodations, studentsmay feel discouraged and disconnectedfrom the educational system.IMPORTANCE HOW TO HELP IN SCHOOLCONSEJOSRECURSOS DE ESL IMPORTANCIA El inglés como segunda lengua puede ser un obstáculo para losestudiantes. Esto puede contribuir a un menor rendimientoacadémico y a un aumento de las tasas de deserción escolarentre los estudiantes de inglés. Sin el apoyo y las adaptacionesadecuadas, los estudiantes pueden sentirse desanimados ydesconectados del sistema educativo. CÓMO AYUDAR EN LA ESCUELA Crear un ambiente seguro para que los estudiantespractiquen un nuevo idioma. Mostrar a losestudiantes que estás dispuesto a aprender sobre sucultura. Agrupar a los estudiantes estratégicamente para ayudar a desarrollar sus habilidades lingüísticas. Involucrar a las familias para desarrollar la comunidad y fortalecer las asociaciones entre la escuela y las familias. RECURSOSPBS Kids Lectura bilingüecompartida SD College ofContinuing Education Oficina de Educación delcondado de SD Leer con frecuencia y en voz alta Tomar nota del vocabulario nuevo Tener conversaciones Hacer amigos La práctica te hace mejorar Lectura y escucha en línea RECURSOS MAKAKATULONG SA PAARALANLumikha ng ligtas na kapaligiran paramakapagsanay ang mga estudyante sa bagong wika.Ipakita sa mga estudyante na bukas ka sa pag-aaral ng tungkol sa kanilang kultura. Igrupo ang mga estudyante nang may istratehiya upang makatulong sa pagbuo ng kasanayan sa wika. Gawing bahagi ang mga pamilya sa pagbuo ng komunidad at pagpapatatag ng mga samahan sa pagitan ng paaralan-pamilya. Magbasa nang madalas at sa malakas na tinig Tandaan ang mga bagong bokabularyo Makipag-usap Makipagkaibigan MasHumuhusay ka sa pagsasanay MGA TIPPBS Kids Online na Pagbabasasa Pakikinig Tanggapan para saEdukasyon sa SD County SD College of Continuing Education Oras ng Bilingguwan na Pagkukwento MAPAGKUKUNANMGA MAPAGKUKUNAN PARA SA ESL magdulot ng mas mababang nakakamit sa pag- aaral atnadagdagang antas ng pagtigil sa pag-Ang Ingles bilang pangalawang wika ay maaaring hadlangpara sa mga mag-aaral. Ito ay maaaring KAHALAGAHANaaral sa mga mag-aaral ng wikang Ingles. Kung walangnaaangkop na suporta at mga akomodasyon, maaaring hindimahikayat at makaramdam na hindi nakakonekta ang mgaestudyante sa sistemang pang-edukasyon. 为学⽣练习新语⾔创建⼀个安全的环境。 向学⽣表明你愿意了解他们的⽂化。 如何在学校提 供帮助 策略性地将学⽣分组，以助培养语⾔技能。 让家 庭参与建设社区，加强学校与家庭 的伙伴关系。 提⽰ 经 常 ⼤ 声 朗 读 记 下新 词 进 ⾏ 对 话 结 交朋友 熟能⽣巧 重要性 双语故事时间 在线阅读和 听⼒ 圣地亚哥县教育局 圣地亚哥继续教育学院 公共⼴播电视公司⼉童 资源 英语作为第 ⼆语⾔资源 对于学习者来说，英语作为第⼆ 语⾔可能成为障碍，导致学业成 绩下降和辍学率上升。如果没有适当的⽀持和帮助，学⽣可能会 感到沮丧，并与教育体系脱节。

UPCOMINGEVENTSCLICK HERE FORMORE EVENTS!!!!CAMP WET “N” WILDA week of sharing the healing power ofAdaptive Surf Therapy with disabledchildren from the San Diego area.August 5th, 10am-12pmSAN DIEGO FREE TOURLATINA EMPIRE SAN DIEGOLET’S TALK ABOUT ITAugust 1st, 10am-12pmJoin us on an unforgettable walkingjourney through America's finest city!Come learn about various resourcesrelated to safety and education forpeople with developmental disabilities!¡Celebra la cultura y la diversidadlatina en San Diego con música,comida y baile en el evento LatinaEmpire San Diego!August 17th, 10am-12pmAugust 24th 11am-1pmBILINGUAL CONVERSATION NIGHTSPractice your Spanish while minglingwith others or playing LoteríaAugust 5th & 19th, 6:30pm-7:30pmWOMEN’S HISTORY TOURBalboa Park and San Diego’s richhistory to inspire women of the future.August 17th, 10am-11am19