a South Bay Community Services (SBCS)
program, is honored to be one of seven
beneficiaries and the only nonprofit from San
Diego County. Chula Vista, the free therapeutic preschool serves children three to five years of
age who have all faced emotional, psychological and physical abuse or witnessed
a family member become a victim of domestic violence. The preschool is always at
capacity.
Stars & Stripes has been instrumental in
supporting the expansion of Mi Escuelita plus
its plans to replicate to additional communities
in San Diego County. Currently located in While we can never erase the unthinkable trauma the children have experienced in
their short lives, we can provide Mi Escuelita. With just one visit, you can see and
feel joy. There is laughter and giggles. There are friendships being made. There is
healing and hope. Because of support from community and events like Stars &
Stripes, SBCS is helping children create a
stronger foundation and get the right start for
school.
Instead of acting out their trauma in
unhealthy ways, children learn how to
express their feelings in a safe environment.
Studies show that they are also doing well
academically. Mi Escuelita also helps the
entire family heal so they don’t feel they have
to do this alone. They receive support with
behavior issues and learning opportunities in
and away from the classroom.
Help expand Mi Escuelita to serve more
children in San Diego County by enjoying this
spectacular three-day exclusive charity event
being held June 27 – June 30, 2019 in Cabo
San Lucas. Tickets are limited. For more
information visit
www.SouthBayCommunityServices.org or
contact Larissa Tabin at (619) 420-3620.
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