April 25th, 2025

This week's photo features corpsmembers participating in our ongoing Wildland Fire-fighting Pathway. This intensive training program equips them with the critical skills needed to safely and effectively respond to wildfires, one of the most pressing environmental challenges of our time. Through various hands-on trainings and certification programs, from hand tools to wilderness first-aid, these corpsmembers will be equipped with the necessary skills to pursue a career in wildfire defense and management. Thank you, Supervisor Dani R., for the cool photo!

For a chance to be featured on the photo of the week, please email your best pictures to social@sjcccs.org or share your team updates on Slack.

ON-TRACK CAREER EXPO AND UC BERKELEY CAMPUS TOUR

Join our CMD staff on May 21st for a fun day in Berkeley exploring both career and education-based pathways. At this event, you will have the opportunity to participate in a self-guided tour around UC Berkeley's campus to explore the university and different opportunities available! You will also have the opportunity to learn about careers in entrepreneurship, STEAM (science, technology, engineering, the arts, and mathematics), and construction! Talk with professionals and learn from their experiences navigating through their education and career journeys. There will also be hands-on exhibits by participating companies, gift cards and prizes, and a complimentary lunch! This is a first-come, first-served opportunity, so sign up ASAP if you are interested. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to Monica or Hanne. 

HIKE AT BIG BASIN

Let's Hike! Join Chris N., Kylee L., and other Staff as we take a trip to Big Basin on May 31st! Learn about the redwoods, the work our corpsmembers accomplished, and the recovery efforts that have taken place in the park since the 2020 CZU Lightning Complex Fire. The hike meets at 8 AM in the Big Basin Parking Lot and will go until 2pm. Bring 2 Liters of Water and a Lunch. Reach out to Chris Nakamura for more information. 

BEGINNINGS BASH

Save the date for our 3rd annual Beginnings Bash, where we will be celebrating our 2024-2025 graduating charter school and job training corpsmembers! Hope to see you May 29th! More details to come. 

Update: Beginnings Bash will now run from 4PM-7PM!

DUNK-A-DORSEY

We are bringing back Dunk-A-Dorsey for the Beginnings Bash this year! You can nominate participants or sign up to be dunked using the QR code above or the "nominate" button below. Those participating will be placed on a list of people who AGREED to participate. Corpsmembers and staff have the opportunity to dunk someone on this list.  

To be dunked, you must be available on May 29th from 5-7 PM. 

For more questions, please reach out to Ileana on Slack, email, or by phone at (669) 328-6173

1ST COMMUNITY LEADERS OPEN HOUSE

This week, we hosted our very first Open House for Community Leaders, and it was a powerful gathering. Our dedicated staff came together to showcase the incredible work they do each day, giving guests a full view of our mission in action. The event united like-minded leaders, all committed to helping more young adults earn their high school diploma with the support they need. We're excited to keep building these meaningful connections with more Open Houses in the future! 

SUCCESS THROUGH SUPPORT: BABY DEPOT RECAP

This week's Baby Depot was a big success! Support Services had the opportunity to support 15 corpsmembers and their families by providing essential supplies for their little ones. A heartfelt thank you to everyone who donated—your generosity made a real difference. We’re hopeful this is just the beginning of many more support events to come! 

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APRIL JOB OPPORTUNITIES

Check out some exciting job opportunities for April! 

TIME TO VOTE: PEEPS DIORAMA CONTEST

It's time to vote! Please check out all the entries and vote for our two winners: Most Creative and Best Overall. Winners will be announced on Monday!

WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU

We have a new feedback email available to everyone (both staff and CMs). Feel free to scan the QR code above or email feedback@sjcccs.org directly. If you have any questions about this new channel of feedback you can email Jasmine Fuentes.