Family Services Specialist
Get to Know Us
Ms. Karissa Lopez was born and raised on the Central Coast and is now working to serve that same community. Throughout her eight years with MPUSD, she has supported students at almost every school site, and is proud to call Marina Vista Elementary Arts Academy home for the past three years. She is always happy to facilitate social-emotional skill development and support to meet the needs of students and families within the community.
Mr. Alejandro Dorantes is an MFT trainee supporting Marina Vista Elementary Arts Academy.
We Support Marina Vista Elementary Arts Academy with These Services
- Facilitate student groups and integrate into classrooms to support social and emotional learning, fostering a positive and inclusive school climate.
- Collaborates with school staff to provide tiered support through PBIS and MTSS frameworks, addressing student attendance, behavior, and emotional challenges.
- Works directly with students and families, offering individualized and group support to help meet behavioral, social, and emotional goals.
- Organizes and facilitates family meetings, parent/caregiver professional development, and Social Emotional Learning (SEL) programs.
- Maintains records, prepares reports, and coordinates with community resources to ensure students and families receive necessary support and services.
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Family Services Specialists
831-392-3580, ext. 3330 (voicemail available)
Workdays
Monday - Friday
7:30 am - 4 pm
Karissa Lopez, MPA
Alejandro Dorantes, MFT Trainee