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LUSD August Professional Development Day 2026
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Friday, August 14
 

9:00am PDT

Knock, Knock, Who’s there? Family-School Connection
Friday August 14, 2026 9:00am - 11:00am PDT
Chronic absenteeism requires more than reminders and attendance letters—it calls for authentic, creative classroom approaches to engaging families as true partners in student success. This interactive session invites educators to “open the door” to new ways of building trust, strengthening relationships, and rethinking family engagement to improve attendance outcomes.

Participants will explore innovative and relationship-centered strategies, including culturally responsive communication, restorative practices, and the effective use of family outreach to better understand and address barriers to attendance. Through practical examples and collaborative discussion, attendees will learn how small, intentional actions can lead to meaningful connections that bring students back to school consistently.

Walk away with fresh ideas, ready-to-use tools, and a renewed perspective on how engaging families can make all the difference. Join us for a fun time learning together!
Speakers
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Dr. Paty Fernandez

Student Support Director, Lakeside Union School District
Paty Fernandez, Ed.D. serves as the Director of Student Support Services in the Lakeside Union School District, where she leads initiatives that promote student well-being, access, and equity across school communities.
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Kathia Lopez

Parent Education Specialist, San Diego County Office of Education

Friday August 14, 2026 9:00am - 11:00am PDT
Room 6 11833 Woodside Ave, Lakeside, CA 92040

12:00pm PDT

504 Scenarios and Timelines for Schools
Friday August 14, 2026 12:00pm - 1:00pm PDT
This session is designed for Section 504 Site Coordinators. Participants will receive technical training on the use of the Beyond SST Student Records Portal. The training will also include a review of Section 504 Coordinator roles, duties, and responsibilities to support effective compliance and student services implementation.
Please complete this brief survey: https://forms.gle/xfvxWMmmCWzLb3DV7
Speakers
avatar for Dr. Paty Fernandez

Dr. Paty Fernandez

Student Support Director, Lakeside Union School District
Paty Fernandez, Ed.D. serves as the Director of Student Support Services in the Lakeside Union School District, where she leads initiatives that promote student well-being, access, and equity across school communities.
Friday August 14, 2026 12:00pm - 1:00pm PDT
Room 13 11833 Woodside Ave, Lakeside, CA 92040

1:00pm PDT

SST Basics and Consultation
Friday August 14, 2026 1:00pm - 2:00pm PDT
This session is designed to support TK–5 teachers, SST Coordinators, School Counselors, Site Administrators in understanding and navigating the SST process and Beyond SST with confidence. Whether you are new to SST or looking to refine your current practices, this session will provide you with clear guidance, practical strategies, and time to address your questions. Support will be differentiated to meet the needs of all participants, with additional guidance for teachers who are newer to the process. Participants will leave with a stronger understanding of how to navigate the system and move from student concern to targeted support.
Speakers
CS

Carrie Suggett

MTSS TOSA, Lakeside Union School District
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Sasha Barmaki

MTSS TOSA, Lakeside Union School District
Friday August 14, 2026 1:00pm - 2:00pm PDT
Room 18 11833 Woodside Ave, Lakeside, CA 92040

1:00pm PDT

CYBHI
Friday August 14, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm PDT
Here is the description for this session:
This session will provide School Counselors and District Nurse with an overview of suicide risk screening protocols and the continuum of care available to support students experiencing bahavioral health concerns. Participants will explore strategies for intervention, referral, crisis response, care coordination, and collaboration with families and community partners. The training will also include guidance on CYBHI fee schedule alignment, including documentation and service coordination practices that support compliance and access to behavioral health resources.

Speakers
SU

Sara Underwood

Program Coordinator, Wellness Together
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Heather Nemour

Coordinator, Student Services and Programs Division, San Diego County Office of Education
Coordinator, Student Wellness & School Culture for the San Diego COE. Ms. Nemour supports the 42 school districts and schools across the county and state in suicide prevention and mental health & wellness.
avatar for Dr. Paty Fernandez

Dr. Paty Fernandez

Student Support Director, Lakeside Union School District
Paty Fernandez, Ed.D. serves as the Director of Student Support Services in the Lakeside Union School District, where she leads initiatives that promote student well-being, access, and equity across school communities.
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Tayler Trotter

Program Director, School-Based Services, Wellness Together
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Rachel Wegner

Student Wellness and School Culture Project Specialist, SDCOE
San Diego County Office of Education Project Specialist for Student Wellness and School Culture Department; Sources of Strength Certified Local Trainer
Friday August 14, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm PDT
Room 13 11833 Woodside Ave, Lakeside, CA 92040
 
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