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Sherry M. Thurman, Program Manager II, Mental Health Specialist Phone: (209) 715-0058Head Start, San Joaquin County Office of Education 

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Sherry M. Thurman, Program Manager II, Mental Health Specialist Phone: (209) 715-0058Head Start, San Joaquin County Office of Education 

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Sherry Thurman is a proud Stocktonian, mother, and dedicated educator with 18 years of experience.   She is a Head Start Alumni herself.  Fourteen years of her career belong to the classroom as a teacher in underserved communities, followed by three years in a teacher coaches' position with a focus on Social Emotional Learning and Mental Health and Wellness. Recently, her role as a Mental Health Program Manager for Head Start has afforded her more opportunities to work directly with teaching staff, families, children, and community agency partners.   She holds a California Teaching Credential, Mental Health First Aid Certification(s), Social Emotional Learning Facilitator Certification, Applied Suicide Intervention Certification, Parent Project Facilitatory Certification and 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Certification.  Her practices are rooted in compassion, empathy, understanding, connecting and supporting all she is gifted to serve.

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My name is Gloria, and I have been a Registered Nurse for 30 years. I joined Head Start San Joaquin in 2016. I’ve been blessed with meeting families and seeing their children thrive and succeed in their growth and development. It is my pleasure to work alongside families as they navigate through the health care system. I am available to support families with understanding their children’s health needs and advocate for their children’s well-being.

In my personal life, I enjoy spending time with my family especially my mother who is living her golden years. We cherish our time together in church, faith, and worship. I have 2 adult children, one beautiful granddaughter, and am happily married for 36 years. I have been blessed beyond measure and hope to radiate peace & safety with every encounter. I look forward to meeting you.

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Explore parent resources to help you raise kind, curious and resilient children. Find parenting tips, hands-on activities, games, and apps featuring your child’s favorite PBS KIDS characters.

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Parents and family members often have questions about their program's Policy Council. Explore this tip sheet to learn answers to common questions about the Policy Council.

As a parent, you may wonder what the Policy Council is and about its role in Head Start programs. You may have questions about how to join, serve on, or leave the Policy Council.

We encourage you to discuss your questions with your child's teacher, your family service worker, the program director, or other staff. They can partner with you to make your Policy Council experience the best it can be.

The Policy Council is a group of Head Start parents and community members who help lead and make decisions about their program. Policy Council members are elected by the parents of children enrolled in the program. Parents often join the Policy Council after serving on a parent committee.

The Policy Council meets regularly as a group. Members can serve for one year at a time, and for up to five years. They work closely with the program's management team and governing body to provide overall direction for the program. // ¿Qué es el Consejo de políticas?

Los padres y los miembros de la familia a menudo tienen preguntas sobre el Consejo de políticas de su programa. Explore esta hoja de consejos para encontrar respuestas a preguntas comunes sobre el Consejo de políticas.

Como padre, usted puede preguntarse qué es el Consejo de políticas y qué papel desempeña en los programas Head Start. Es posible que tenga preguntas sobre cómo ser parte, cómo servir o cómo irse del Consejo de políticas.

Le recomendamos que discuta sus preguntas con el maestro de su hijo, su trabajador social de la familia, el director del programa u otro personal. Estos miembros del personal pueden asociarse con usted para que tenga la mejor experiencia posible con el Consejo de políticas.

El Consejo de políticas es un grupo de padres y miembros de la comunidad de Head Start que ayudan a liderar y tomar decisiones sobre su programa. Los miembros del Consejo de políticas son elegidos por los padres de los niños inscritos en el programa. Los padres a menudo se unen al Consejo de políticas después de servir en un comité de padres.

El Consejo de políticas se reúne regularmente en grupo. Los miembros pueden servir durante un año a la vez y por un máximo de cinco años. Trabajan en estrecha colaboración con el equipo directivo y el cuerpo directivo del programa para proporcionar la dirección general del programa.

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What Is the Policy Council? | HeadStart.gov

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Parents and family members often have questions about their program’s Policy Council. Explore this tip sheet to learn answers to common questions about the Policy Council.

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FRN serves families raising children, ages birth to 22 years, with special needs. Our service area includes Amador, Calaveras, San Joaquin, Stanislaus, and Tuolumne Counties of California. There are no income limits or eligibility requirements. FRN serves families whose children have any type of special need, medical diagnosis, or learning difference. FRN also serves the professionals who work with special needs children.

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FRN serves families raising children, ages birth to 22 years, with special needs. Our service area includes Amador, Calaveras, San Joaquin, Stanislaus, and Tuolumne Counties of California. There are no income limits or eligibility requirements. FRN serves families whose children have any type of special need, medical diagnosis, or learning difference. FRN also serves the professionals who work with special needs children.

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FRN atiende a familias que crían niños con necesidades especiales, desde el nacimiento hasta los 22 años. Nuestra área de servicio incluye los condados de Amador, Calaveras, San Joaquín, Stanislaus y Tuolumne en California. No hay límites de ingresos ni requisitos de elegibilidad. FRN atiende a familias cuyos hijos tienen cualquier tipo de necesidad especial, diagnóstico médico o dificultad de aprendizaje. FRN también atiende a los profesionales que trabajan con niños con necesidades especiales.

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Serving Families Raising Children With Special Needs in These California Counties:

Amador, Calaveras, San Joaquin, Stanislaus and Tuolumne

Phone: 209.472.3674 or Toll Free 800.847.3030

Do you ask...

What does it mean when they say my child is "at risk" or has "special needs"?

When will we get a diagnosis? What does this diagnosis mean?

Why does my child seem different from other children?

Who else has experienced a situation like mine?

Where can I get services for my child and some support for the rest of my family?

How can we cope? How can I get answers?

What can I do if they said my child doesn't qualify for services?

Call

Family Resource Network
5250 Claremont Avenue, Suite 148
Stockton, CA 95207
209.472.3674 or
800.847.3030. (5 county service area)
Fax 209.472.3673
frnfamilies@frcn.org

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FRN serves families raising children, ages birth to 22 years, with special needs. Our service area includes Amador, Calaveras, San Joaquin, Stanislaus, and Tuolumne Counties of California. There are no income limits or eligibility requirements. FRN serves families whose children have any type of special need, medical diagnosis, or learning difference.

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PGE Food Bank Partnerships//Asociaciones del Banco de Alimentos de PGE

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PGE Food Bank Partnerships//Asociaciones del Banco de Alimentos de PGE

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The Head Start website//El sitio web de Head Start

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The Head Start website//El sitio web de Head Start

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Partnering with Families for Children's Success in School and Life

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The Head Start San Joaquin website//El sitio web de Head Start San Joaquín

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The Head Start San Joaquin website//El sitio web de Head Start San Joaquín

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Head Start San Joaquin - San Joaquin County Office Of Education

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Head Start San Joaquin - San Joaquin County Office Of Education