The name 
One Step 
A La Vez 
was chosen by Fillmore-Piru youth to show that you can always take 
One Step 
At A Time 
toward a positive future. 

Our name includes both 
English 
and 
Spanish 
to reflect and value the dual heritage of our community.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I get community service hours?

posted Feb 19, 2010 11:00 PM by Lynn Edmonds   [ updated Nov 15, 2011 12:28 PM by Cindy Escoto ]

Absolutely.  Youth can get community service hours for class or graduation if they get involved in the many activities available.  Come in and arrange the details with Cindy!

How do I get a big brother or big sister for my child?

posted Feb 19, 2010 10:57 PM by Lynn Edmonds   [ updated Nov 15, 2011 12:28 PM by Cindy Escoto ]

 

We have two programs in which a youth can be assigned a Big Brother or Big Sister. 

1.  Site Based After School Big Brother or Big Sister:   If your child attends Bridges after school or the Boys and Girls Club he/she is eligible to be assigned a high school big brother/sister.  The high school "Big" would go to the Bridges/Club program one day a week for approximately one hour and would meet with your child, talk with him/her, encourage her/him and participate in whatever activity he/she is doing at that time.  There are also special trips and events that they could participate in together.  The youth are supervised all times during their "match meeting time".  For more information on Site Based After School Mentoring call Amelia @ 910-6643 or Daniel @ 298-2237.

 

2.  Community Based Mentoring:  A community adult is matched with your child as a mentor to meet with him/her once a week, do activities together, for support and encouragement. For more information on Community Based Mentoring call Match Support Specialist - Alice @ 910-9330.

How do I get my child involved in the One Step program?

posted Feb 19, 2010 10:57 PM by Lynn Edmonds   [ updated Feb 19, 2010 10:59 PM by Jonathan Edmonds ]

Come any day to the One Step Center on 2nd St and Saratoga (the chocolate church) and come on in.  You can see what's going on and pick up an application.  Your child is welcome to attend for a week prior to filling out the membership application. 

What kind of classes do you offer the teens?

posted Feb 19, 2010 10:55 PM by Lynn Edmonds   [ updated Feb 19, 2010 10:57 PM by Jonathan Edmonds ]

Our classes change continually, depending on the interest of the youth and the availability of the instructors.  Through-out the year we offer dance, yoga, nutrition, art, teen issues, computer classes. Check the calendar for classes being offered right now.

What help can you give to my child?

posted Feb 19, 2010 10:52 PM by Lynn Edmonds   [ updated Feb 19, 2010 10:54 PM by Jonathan Edmonds ]

We can match your child with an older Big Brother or Big Sister for one on one support and encouragement.  In addition, we offer an after school program for teens 13-19 and a follow-up program for youth ages 18-24.   We also are the first "portal of service" for many families who would like to have additional services for your child, such as counseling.  Call Lynn at 907-6576 for more information.

How do I become a Community Mentor?

posted Feb 16, 2010 4:04 PM by Jonathan Edmonds   [ updated Nov 15, 2011 12:18 PM by Cindy Escoto ]

  1. Complete and return application to Alice.
  2. Attend Volunteer Orientation
  3. Pass Background check, Live Scan, and reference check
  4. Interview with Alice
Once all this is completed you are eligible to be matched with a Fillmore/Piru youth.

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