Thriving Together: How Community Schools Are Transforming Family Engagement
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In this uplifting episode of the oneSMFC podcast, Director of Communications Diego Perez is joined by Lead Elementary Principal Natalie Delahant, Fiesta Gardens International School Principal Daniel Robles, Boys & Girls Club Site Director Lorena Alcayaga, and Hector Lopez, a proud parent from Sunnybrae Elementary.
Together, they explore the real impact of the San Mateo-Foster City School District’s Community Schools Initiative—one year into receiving a $5 million grant from the California Department of Education. From after-school enrichment like ukulele and coding to empowering parents through PIQE workshops, this episode highlights how wraparound services are transforming school culture, family engagement, and student pride.
Hear powerful stories of parent empowerment, growing student confidence, and authentic partnerships with the Boys & Girls Club that extend far beyond the school day.
If you’ve ever wondered what’s really possible when a school becomes the heart of a community, this is the episode to tune into.
Learn more about the Community Schools Initiative on our website.
Interested in learning more? Check out our recent On the Road to Year 3 Annual Report!
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