CNUSD All Stars Program
2020-21 School Year
Welcome Message
Riverside County Office of Education- Models of Academic Excellence Program winner, 2017
California School Board Association- Golden Bell Award Finalist, 2020
About Me
This is my 14th year as a School Counselor for the district and I have worked as an Elementary Counselor, High School Counselor and Intervention Counselor. I hold a Counseling (PPSC) and an administrative credential. I also am also a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) for the state of CA, and am nationally board certified in Counseling and School Counseling (NBCC/NBCSC).
I attended CNUSD my entire school career and am a graduate of Corona High School (go panthers!). I received my Bachelors degree from Cal State University San Bernardino and my Master's degree from Chapman University.
I love my counseling position, being able to work with students and connecting them to the community. It is an honor to hear stories, make connections, celebrate milestones, and witness the resilience of these amazing individuals. Please feel free to reach out, I want to support any way I can.
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What is the All Stars Program?
The Corona-Norco Unified School District (CNUSD) recognizes the unique needs of our foster youth population. In response, CNUSD has developed and implemented the All-Stars Foster Youth Program. The purpose of this program is to empower youth with the resources needed to self-advocate, make healthy choices, and prepare for their future. We believe it “takes a village” to support our population and have partnered with many support systems to help them navigate through the foster care system and understand their rights as a foster youth.
Mission Statement and Program Goals
In partnership with caregivers and the community, the All-Stars Foster Youth Program empowers youth with resources needed to self-advocate, make healthy choices, and prepare for their future. This is accomplished by building a strong community of support and connection in order to maximize each student’s social and emotional health and academic potential.
Program Goals
✭Helping to close the achievement gap in academics, attendance and behavior.
✭Increasing student engagement by establishing a support network in the community
✭Increase transition to college and career
✭Provide life skills, experiences and resources
All Stars Program Support
✭Monthly individual or group sessions (completed by the site counselor and will be virtual until school resumes in-person).
✭Mentorship
✭Academic support
✭Events and enrichment opportunities
✭School supplies available upon request
✭Future planning
✭Guest speakers
✭Family/Guardian Support
✭Collaboration with Norco College
✭Site Counselor serves as the All-Stars program coordinator
*Activities and supports vary by school site and grade level
Connect With Me
I am making myself available in the following ways for parents/caregivers, students and community members:
Email: jmmendez@cnusd.k12.ca.us
* I check emails periodically from 8:00am-3:30pm Monday-Friday. I will respond to your email
as soon as I can.
Google Voice/Text #: (951)-666-0457
* This is the best number to reach me at during COVID19 school closures. I can be reached at this number from 8:00am-3:30pm Monday-Friday. If I don't answer please leave a voice message or you can also text me at this number.
District Office Phone #: (951) 736-5111 ext: 16223
* Calling this number will take you to my district office desk phone where you can leave a voicemail for me. Please keep in mind that I am working remotely and will not have access to my voice message on a daily basis.
CNUSD All Stars Program Website: Click Here
All Stars Virtual Office: Click Here
CNUSD Intervention Counselor Website: Click Here
* Please check out this website for all kinds of Resources, websites, links, and activities to help support your mental wellness.
Important Dates
*May- Foster Care Awareness Month
Contact
Every kid is one caring adult away from being a success story. -Josh Shipp, Former Foster Youth
Email: jmmendez@cnusd.k12.ca.us
Website: https://www.cnusd.k12.ca.us/our_departments/instructional_support/Student_Services/all-_star_foster_youth_program
Location: 2820 Clark Avenue, Norco, CA, USA
Phone: 951-736-5111