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When people of any age struggle with addiction, mental health issues, trauma or an unstable home life, they need competent and compassionate care.  Our licensed, certified and professional staff brings an exceptional level of expertise in the science and psychology of behavioral health, which is matched by warm, supportive approaches.  We love what we do, and it shows at every step.

The Service Learning program at Dorothy’s Place is offered as a contemplative service experience, where students are supported in interpersonal reflection while engaging in meaningful service through one of our programs at Dorothy’s Place.  

• Dorothy’s Kitchen our daily soup kitchen that...

general pediatrics out patient clinic serving people 0-18 to keep them healthy both mentally and physically and treat them when they are sick

Alisal Union School District operates eleven K-6 schools and partners with one Charter School in the most rapidly growing section of Salinas. In addition to our regular classroom teachers, our schools have certificated resource staff consisting of Bilingual Resource Teachers, Migrant Resource Teachers, Literacy Specialists, Instructional Coaches and Resource Specialists. Speech Therapists, Psychologists, School Nurses and Certified Nurses Assistants are also employed to provide additional resources to classroom teachers.

The Alisal Union School District currently serves about 7,700 students. Our multi-ethnic student population is distributed as follows:

• 94%  LCFF Unduplicated Count    
• 92%  Latinos
• 1%    White
• <1% each: African American, Asian, Filipino, Pacific Islander, two or more races
• 85%  Qualify for Free/Reduced-Priced Meals (although All of our students get free meals)
• 75%  English Learners
• 10%  Migrant
• 10%  Homeless
• 10%  Students With Disabilities
• 100% amazing students/our country's future leaders

All K-12 school districts require TB testing and some form of background checking (Livescan fingerprinting; Meagan’s List check; etc.). The level of clearance required depends on degree of supervision.

Alisal Union School District operates eleven K-6 schools and partners with one Charter School in the most rapidly growing section of Salinas. In addition to our regular classroom teachers, our schools have certificated resource staff consisting of Bilingual Resource Teachers, Migrant Resource Teachers, Literacy Specialists, Instructional Coaches and Resource Specialists. Speech Therapists, Psychologists, School Nurses and Certified Nurses Assistants are also employed to provide additional resources to classroom teachers.

The Alisal Union School District currently serves about 7,700 students. Our multi-ethnic student population is distributed as follows:

• 94%  LCFF Unduplicated Count    
• 92%  Latinos
• 1%    White
• <1% each: African American, Asian, Filipino, Pacific Islander, two or more races
• 85%  Qualify for Free/Reduced-Priced Meals (although All of our students get free meals)
• 75%  English Learners
• 10%  Migrant
• 10%  Homeless
• 10%  Students With Disabilities
• 100% amazing students/our country's future leaders

All K-12 school districts require TB testing and some form of background checking (Livescan fingerprinting; Meagan’s List check; etc.). The level of clearance required depends on degree of supervision.

Gilroy Unified School District is located in the southernmost region of Santa Clara County. It is one of a few districts in the county that continues to grow. Over the last 19 years, the student population has grown from 8,448 in 1993-1994 to more than 11,000 K-12 students today.

The surrounding Gilroy community has experienced growth in housing and industry, Known for its garlic fields, the agricultural areas that surround Gilroy provide a diverse array of agribusiness opportunities for its occupants. The town has also become home to commuters to Silicon Valley and San Jose. Even with the current economic downturn, many of the agribusinesses and other operations are thriving. The housing industry crisis has not impacted the increase in students, which exceeded projected numbers this year by 360 students.

All service learning students will be required to have a TB test and Fingerprinting prior to starting their service hours.

From our district's beginning with 9 students in a house, we have grown to almost 9000 students and 800 staff members at 14 elementary schools.     

MISSION

The Mission of the Salinas City Elementary School District is to provide a well-rounded education with multiple opportunities for all students’ success.  

VISION

We expect all children to be at or above grade level.

Service learning students interested in doing their service at any school within MPUSD must attend a MANDATORY Orientation. NO EXCEPTIONS!! 

DLAMP Program...

The Dune Company of Salinas provides a complete range of crop protection products, fertilizers, and application services. Crops supported include lettuce, spinach, cauliflower, broccoli, and others.

The mission of DYF is to improve the quality of life for children, teens and families affected by diabetes. The organization provides education and recreation within a supportive community, encouraging personal growth, knowledge and independence.

DYF serves more than 1,500 individuals annually (children and teens with diabetes, siblings, parents and guardians) through our resident camps and recreation programs. Our most well-known program is our Bearskin Meadow Summer Camp. Bearskin Meadow Camp (BMC) is one of the oldest wilderness camps for youth living with diabetes in the country. In addition to BMC, we also offer CDLN, several weekend family education retreats, and exciting adventure programs such as backpacking and whitewater rafting throughout Northern California.

Our mission is to inspire students to become independent, passionate, lifelong learners. We provide student skills and opportunities to become positive contributors to society. As members of the Edward A. Hall community of learners, our goal is to ensure that all students are challenged, supported, and successful as they...