July Overview

Greetings FIRST 5 LTI Partners & Families, it's July!

Deep into the heart of summer break, hope you are enjoying the bright sun, blue skies, and fun times with your friends and families. Many of us are still hard at work, serving the families, and having extra children who are out of school. Here's our monthly recap and upcoming events for July in Mountain View, Sunnyvale, Cupertino, and West San Jose.


We hope you enjoy this new format for our monthly news, thanks to the tech-savvy inventiveness of Volunteer Coordinator/Community Coordinator Nancy Doan. Let us know how you like it.

In this issue:

• Changes in Staffing and the CHAC-JFCS/Parents Place Partnership
• June 28 Fundraiser - Trauma-Proofing Your Kids
• Public Health Department Focus Group collaboration with CAT
• Now on the side bar:
• Classes (listed under each location)
• Outreach
• Volunteer Corner
• Calendars

Staffing and Partnership Changes

Thursday, June 28, the last day of our fiscal year, also marked the last day for our Volunteer Manager, Deborah Sloss from the team. Deborah passed the very rigorous licensing exams for Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) recently, and has decided to pursue entering into clinical work. We wish her all the best! We appreciate the skills and experience that JFCS/Parents Place and Deborah brought to our partnership, and we look forward to our paths crossing again in the future.

Because of this change, JFCS Parents Place has decided not to continue in our LTI partnership this year. Community Coordinators Nancy Doan and Hadas Keppel will now be employed by CHAC and continue the great work they have been doing for our communities. 

Pictured: L-R (Back) Volunteer Dylan Nguyen, Volunteer Yuko Fujimoto, Community Coordinator Hadas Keppel, FRC Manager Brandy Vanderheiden, Community Coordinator Ana Moreno, Volunteer Angie James, Volunteer Leyla Jurado Romani, L-R (Front) Childcare Coordinator/Volunteer Guadalupe Romo, Community Coordinator Yadira Rios, Volunteer Coordinator/Community Coordinator Nancy Doan, Program Director Maddi Pascua, former Volunteer Coordinator Deborah Sloss, Milani James, Chris Padilla (volunteers in training). 

New Volunteer Coordinators

Congratulations to Nancy Doan, who will be taking on the role of Volunteer Coordinator part time, in addition to her duties in Cupertino and West San Jose. We will be hiring another part time Community Worker to help out in the field to ensure plenty of support for the region. We are confident that Nancy will be able to support our current volunteers and recruit even more wonderful people to help extend our services in our third year.

FRC Administrator, Ana Valle, will be assisting our Spanish speaking volunteers. We look forward to building and supporting our Spanish speaking volunteer network.

Trauma-Proofing Your Kids Fundraiser

Thank you to all of our partners who attended our fundraiser and helped us spread the word. Brandy Vanderheiden (facilitator) said, "I was so excited to have the opportunity to present this material and teach parents how to attend to children in affirming ways that help prevent the adverse symptoms of trauma and accumulated stress from building up." Maddi Pascua, Program Director, said "This was also a really wonderful training for our staff and volunteers."

We also had a sale of small paintings. Several years ago, former staff member and Art Therapist, Jane Haddow, quietly approached CHAC interns, friends, and professional artists to paint a mini canvas as a fundraiser for our program.   She saw it both as a way to share something with the community and for budding artists to have a wonderful outlet and expression. We had our initial showing at our Trauma Proofing event, but will host another showing in the future. If you would like to see and purchase a canvas, please contact our center.

We are grateful for the community support of our program, and hope to provide more events like this in the near future!

Beautiful art pieces painted by our CHAC artists

Brandy presenting to an attentive & engaging audience

Public Health Department Focus Group Collaboration with CAT: 

Community Worker Ana Moreno in collaboration with Marilu Delgado of the Community in Action Team (CAT) collaborated to bring members of the CAT community and participants from our LTI Program to assist the public health department in gaining understanding in the community about Public Health issues. We were happy to collaborate with CAT and help make a bridge between neighbors who attend our two groups. We look forward to continuing our partnership in the coming year.

Thanks for your partnership, participation, and community involvement. 

Until next month,

Brandy, Nancy, and the whole staff

Outreach

Where have we been?

Each month, you'll find all of our dedicated Community Workers at the libraries, preschools, and faith-based organizations. Here are some highlights of places we've been to and special events we will be attending. We welcome volunteers who wish to help us outreach, and suggestions for events where we can reach families with young children. 

• In Mountain View, Ana Moreno went to the Summer Kick off at the Library, Tuesday, June 12 with volunteers Leyla Jurado Romani, Margarita Angulo and Yuko Fujimoto. They also attended the 

Sing a Summer Song on Tuesday, June 26, and met over 200 families at each event.

• In Cupertino, Nancy Doan presented information about our program to the Quota Club to reach out to people who are interested in supporting community initiatives.

Upcoming outreach events
Here's where to find us next! If you are available to help share information at the table, please contact Nancy Doan at 650-967-4813 or nancydoan5@gmail.com

Mountain View

Summer Sing Along. Tuesday, July 10 from 10:00 - 11:00 am at the Mountain View Library

Cupertino

Cupertino Library Stories for 3's. Wednesday, July 25 from 10:15 - 12:00 pm at the Cupertino Library

Sunnyvale

Carnival of Chaos at the Sunnyvale Library. Wednesday, July 18 from 9:00 -12:00 pm

West San Jose

Mommy & Me & Daddies Too. Wednesday, July 11 from 10:00 - 12:00pm at the Westgate Mall

Mountain View

Coming Soon to Mountain View

Halloween Costume Exchange 

I know it seems far away, but wanted to give you lots of notice (it comes sooner than we think!). Save money on expensive costumes this year - exchange your clean, gently used costume for a new (to you) costume. The exchange will happen in late September. Dates and locations are TBD.

See below for classes at our TWO Mountain View Centers. Note: the Escuela FRC is partially funded by the City of Mountain View and is for Mountain View Residents only.

Mercy Street FRC Classes:


For a complete description of our classes, go here

New/Limited Time Classes

10 weeks Art Enrichment (for families NEW to our Centers)
Led by Volunteers Yuko & Leyla, with Ana Moreno
Date: Tuesdays, July 17 - September 18
Time: 2:30 - 4:00 pm
Address: 748 Mercy St, Mountain View
Notes: 10 week session. Class Full.
Modeled after preschool with circle time, movement, songs, stories and art. Same format as Play & Learn (our class for continuing families)

Triple P - Positive Parenting Program
Led by Nancy Doan
Date: Tuesdays, July 10, July 17 &  July 24
Time: 10:00 - 11:30 am
Address: 748 Mercy St, Mountain View
Notes: 3 week session. Childcare provided. Registration Required.
If you want to know more about Triple P, you can go to www.triplep.net. Or see link above for class descriptions.

SEEDS (Spanish)
Led by Yadira Rios
Date: Tuesdays, July 17 - August 14
Time: 4:30 - 6:30 pm
Address: 748 Mercy St, Mountain View
Notes: 5 week session. Childcare provided. Registration Required.
A class for parents aiming at enhancing early literacy skills

Parenting by Connection support/study group
Led by Marriage and Family Therapy intern, Michelle Welch
Date: Friday, July 17 - August 14
Time: 10:00 - 12:00 pm
Address: 748 Mercy St, Mountain View
Notes: 6 week session. Childcare not provided. $29 materials fee due by first class. Registration Required.


Please register with The Mercy St FRC, at mercystreetfrc@gmail.com, or by calling 650-967-4813



Ongoing Classes

Play & Learn
Led by Volunteers Michelle & Yuko
Date: Mondays
Time: 10:00am - 12:00 pm
Address: 748 Mercy St, Mountain View
Notes: No registration required, but class will be limited to the first 13 families / 26 people who enter per class. Please plan to arrive on time and stay until the end. In English. Japanese available.

Play & Learn (Spanish)
Led by Yadira Rios
Date: Wednesdays
Time: 10:00 - 12:00 pm
Address: 748 Mercy St, Mountain View
Notes: No registration required, but class will be limited to the first 13 families / 26 people who enter per class. Please plan to arrive on time and stay until the end. For Spanish speaking families only.

Play & Learn (Japanese)
Led by Volunteers Yuko & Tomoko
Date: Fridays
Time: 10:15 - 11:45 am
Address: 748 Mercy St, Mountain View
Notes: No registration required, but class will be limited to the first 13 families / 26 people who enter per class. Please plan to arrive on time and stay until the end. In Japanese with English available. All are welcome.

Family Day

Family Day Arts Enrichment
Led by Volunteers Lu & Diane
Date: Saturday, July 21 (usually the third Saturday of the month)
Time: 11:30 - 1:00pm
Address: 748 Mercy Street, Mountain View
Notes: For all caregivers & children. Registration Required. Class will be limited to the first 13 families / 26 people who enter per class. Please plan to arrive on time and stay until the end. Spanish available.


Please register with The Mercy St FRC, at mercystreetfrc@gmail.com, or by calling 650-967-4813

Escuela FRC Classes:

All classes are currently ongoing and no registration is required. Questions? 650-967-4813
This FRC is partially funded by the City of Mountain View. Classes at Escuela FRC are for Mountain View residents only.


Play & Learn
Led by Volunteers Diane and Woomi
Date: Mondays
Time: 4:30 - 6:00 pm
Address: 260 Escuela Ave, Mountain View (behind Senior Center)
Notes: No registration required, but class will be limited to the first 13 families / 26 people who enter per class. Please plan to arrive on time and stay until the end. In English with Spanish available

Play & Learn (Spanish)
Led by staff member Yadira Rios
Date: Tuesdays 
Time: 9:30 -11:00am
Address: 260 Escuela Ave, Mountain View (behind Senior Center)
Notes: No registration required, but class will be limited to the first 13 families / 26 people who enter per class. Please plan to arrive on time and stay until the end. For Spanish speaking families only.

Play & Learn (Spanish)
Led by Volunteer Margarita and Staff Ana Moreno
Date: Thursdays
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Address: 260 Escuela Ave, Mountain View (behind Senior Center)
Notes: No registration required, but class will be limited to the first 13 families / 26 people who enter per class. Please plan to arrive on time and stay until the end. Spanish speaking families only.

Play & Learn 
Led by Volunteers Diane, Serena and Michelle 
Date: Fridays
Time: 3:30 - 5:00pm
Address: 260 Escuela Ave, Mountain View (behind Senior Center)
Notes: No registration required, but class will be limited to the first 13 families / 26 people who enter per class. Please plan to arrive on time and stay until the end. In English with Spanish available. 

Sunnyvale

Sunnyvale Updates:

Coming soon!

Halloween Costume Exchange 

I know it seems far away, but wanted to give you lots of notice (it comes sooner than we think!). Save money on expensive costumes this year - exchange your clean, gently used costume for a new (to you) costume. The exchange will happen in late September. Dates and locations are TBD.

Sunnyvale Classes:

SEEDS of Early Literacy
Led by Hadas Keppel 
Date: Tuesdays, Starts August 28
Time: 9:30-11:30 am
Address: Caring Hearts FRC 645 W. Fremont Ave,  Sunnyvale, CA
Notes: 5 Session class. Registration is required, childcare available. Registration limited to first 13 families.

Please register with The Mercy St FRC, at mercystreetfrc@gmail.com, or by calling 650-967-4813 


Our other classes are full at this time, but you are welcome to attend classes at Mercy Street FRC in Mountain View, or volunteer to lead classes you'd like to see!


Mandarin Story Time
Led by Volunteers Jessie Jiang and Jane Wang
Date: Tuesdays, July 3 - July 31
Time: 10:30 - 12:00 pm
Address:  Caring Hearts FRC  645 W. Fremont Ave,  Sunnyvale, CA
Notes: Registration Required. CLASS IS FULL

10 weeks Arts Enrichment

Led by Volunteer Sian Mole

Date: Thursdays, July 5 - September 6

Time: 10:30 - 11:30 am

Address:  Caring Hearts FRC  645 W. Fremont Ave,  Sunnyvale, CA

Notes: 10 session class. Registration Required. CLASS IS FULL

Cupertino

Cupertino Updates:

Coming Soon to Cupertino! 

Halloween Costume Exchange 

I know it seems far away, but wanted to give you lots of notice (it comes sooner than we think!). Save money on expensive costumes this year - exchange your clean, gently used costume for a new (to you) costume. The exchange will happen in late September. Dates and locations are TBD.

Cupertino Classes:
Outdoor Play & Learn
Led by Nancy & Volunteers
Date: Fridays, July 20 - August 31
Time: 10:00 - 11:30 am
Address: Wilson Park - S. Portal, Cupertino (parking on S. Portal)
Notes: Open to all families - no registration required

Volunteer Corner

Volunteer of the Month

Yuko Fujimoto


Yuko is an ethusiastic and dedicated volunteer. She travels quite far to get to our programs. She teaches several times a week and the families love her. She creates beautiful, fun art projects for the children. She has also taken a huge part in tending to our garden here at Mercy Street. Yuko goes above and beyond in everything that she does. We love having Yuko as part of our team. 
Volunteer Quote of the Month

"A single act of kindess throws out roots in all directions, and the roots spring up to make new trees." - Lawrence G. Lovasik

Volunteer Opportunities

Help us spread the word about LTI in the community!  
We would like to come and make a presentation at your church, school, or other organizations you are involved in.

CALLING ALL GARDENERS!  The LTI program has two wonderful community gardens in Mountain View (Mercy Street) and Sunnyvale at New World Child Development Center. In addition to planting and tending garden, we are planning a series of educational programs for children about the garden.  The curriculum has been developed, we just need volunteers to lead the programs or help us coordinate special planting parties.

VOLUNTEER WITH US!

THE LTI PROGRAM IS LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEERS.  DO YOU HAVE A FEW HOURS TO HELP???

We are looking for volunteers to help spread the word to the community, and people who want to share their talents in the classroom with parents and children. Please be in touch if you might be interested in helping.

For additional information, please contact Nancy Doan, Volunteer Coordinator: nancydoan5@gmail.com or (650) 967 - 4813