Family Support Center

My name is Mayra Velarde, I am the Family Support Liaison at Pacoima Charter School. I started as a volunteer parent and then became an intern. On May 2015 I received my Bachelor’s degree in Social Welfare from CSUN. On August of 2015 I had the pleasure to start my journey working at Pacoima Charter School as a School Social Worker Assistant. Now I am the School Family Liaison.

My role as a School Family Liaison is to serve as a bridge between families and the school encouraging families’ active participation in their child’s education. My goal is to strengthen school-home connections by facilitating clear communication, organizing family-centered events and workshops, and making parents to feel more connected to the school.

Being a parent myself, I ensure that all families, regardless of their socioeconomic status or background, feel welcome and valued in the school community. In my role I coordinate family workshops and organize community-building events that promote inclusivity and cultural awareness. I encourage parents to take leadership roles, such as participating in parent-teacher organizations or school committees.

How We Support Families?

We look forward to your visit to the Family Support Center - every one of our school families are welcome. We will provide the following programming throughout the year.

Family Workshops/Classes:

Cultural And Social Activities

Language classes ESL classes
Family engagement events

Parenting Skills and Education Classes

Positive Discipline Techniques
Child Development
Communication Skills for Parents and children
Managing Behavior effectively

Academic Support

Understanding school curriculum and teaching methods
Supporting children with special needs or other disabilities.
Workshops on literacy, math or science activities parents can do at home

Health and Wellness

Nutrition
Zumba
Aerobics
Cooking Classes
Stress management for parents
Promoting good sleep habits for children

Technology and digital Literacy

Navigating school learning Platforms
Online safety and monitoring children's digital activities
Basic computer skills for parents
Using educational apps

Career and Personal Development

Reading Club
Financial Literacy and budgeting for families
Time management and organizational skills for busy parents
Resume Writing and Job applications
Arts and Crafts Classes
Painting
Repujado
Balloon Decorations
Piñatas
Catrina Crowns
Specialized Topics
Parenting teens: understanding challenges and solutions
Mental Health
Emotional Support