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Teresa Garzon – Family Support Advocate, JD Smith Middle School
Teresa Garzon – Family Support Advocate, JD Smith Middle School
My name is Teresa Garzon. I am proud to serve as the Family Support Advocate for J.D. Smith Middle School. I am originally from Colombia. I have learned about the American education system through my own experience as a Clark County School District parent. That journey inspired me to help other families navigate and thrive within our schools.
With 16 years of service in CCSD, I’m passionate about empowering families and building strong connections between home and school. Through the JD Smith Community Family Support Center (CFSC), I’m honored to support our community with valuable resources and learning opportunities.
At the Community Family Support Center, families have access to:
At the Community Family Support Center, families have access to:
Basic English classes (in-person and virtual)
Online resources and videos through CCSD Family Engagement
Workshops :
Academics
Family Wellness
Navigating the School System
Safety and Advocacy
Special Education
The CCSD Family Engagement Department provides families with resources and learning opportunities to support student well-being and academic achievement.
Gallery
Gallery
Weekly Workshops
Weekly Workshops
REMINDERS
REMINDERS
English Classes & Workshops for Adults
In-person and virtual options available
Sign Up Here: English classes for adults Registration
Virtual classes for Parents at JD Smith. This link is for English classes for virtual participation. Check the calendar: Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11:30 am to 1:00 pm
JD Smith MS October 2026 Calendar English.pdfOctober Calendar
JD Smith MS October 2026 Calendar Spanish.pdfCalendario de octubre
OCTOBER EVENTS & WORKSHOPS
OCTOBER EVENTS & WORKSHOPS
Workshop: Learning My Rights and How to
Workshop: Learning My Rights and How to
Champion for My English Learner
Taller: Aprendiendo mis derechos y cómo abogar por mis aprendientes del idioma inglés
Day: Thursday, October 7, 2026
Time: 9:30 p.m. to 11:00 a.m.
JD Smith MS Oct 7 #310 Learning My Rights and How to Champion For My English Learners Flyer Template.pdfWorkshop: Orientation for Newcomers
Workshop: Orientation for Newcomers
Taller: Orientación para Familias Nuevas
Day: Thursday, October 8, 2026
Time: 11:30 p.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Presenters: Ms. Ingrid Rodriguez -Coordinator III
Hosted by: CCSD Central Family Support Center
JD Smith OOct 8 Newcomer Orientation FLYER.pdfWorkshop: Coping With Teenagers' Emotions
Workshop: Coping With Teenagers' Emotions
Taller: Comprender y Lidiar con las Emociones de los Adolescentes
Day: Wednesday, October 14, 2026
Time: 9:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Presenters: MS. Amy Newson, MS
Hosted by: Clark County Nevada Clinical and Community Services/Parenting Project
Family Services Specialist II
Parenting Project
JD Smith October 14, # 409 Coping with Teenagers' Emotions FLYER.pdfEvent: Super Saturday-Discovery in the Park!
Event: Super Saturday-Discovery in the Park!
Evento: ¡Súper Sábado- Descubriendo el Parque!
Day: Saturday, October 17, 2026
Time: 11:00 AM - 1:30 PM
Location: Lorenzi Park
3333 W. Washington Ave.
Las Vegas, NV 89107
Scan to register using our Barcode ( See the Flyer)
Hosted by: CCSD Family Engagement
Supersaturday Oct 17 Discovery in the Park Flyer.pdfWorkshop: Getting Teenagers to cooperate
Workshop: Getting Teenagers to cooperate
Taller:Lograr que los adolescentes cooperen
Day: Wednesday, October 21, 2026
Time: 9:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Presenters: Amy Newson, MS
Hosted by: Clark County Nevada Clinical and Community Services/Parenting Project
Family Services Specialist II
Parenting Project
J.D Smith MS Oct 21o # 436 Getting Teenagers to Cooperate FLYER.pdfWorkshop: Understanding Your English Learners
Workshop: Understanding Your English Learners
Taller:Entendiendo la trayectoria de su aprendiente del idioma inglés en el CCSD
Day: Wednesday, October 28, 2026
Time: 9:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Presenters: Ms. Claudia Molina, CCSD Coordinator- Academic Unit
English Language Learner Division
JD Smith MS Oct 28 Part 1 Understanding Your English Learner's Journey in CCSD.pdfContact Us
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