Student Support Services

At Student Support Services, we are committed to fostering student success through a comprehensive framework that integrates Academic, Behavioral, and Social-Emotional Counseling and Learning into a unified support system. Our department provides evidence-based interventions and services, including Social Emotional Support, Mental Health Services, PBIS (Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports), Restorative Practices, and School-Based Counseling.

By taking a holistic approach, we ensure that every student has access to the resources they need to thrive—both in school and in life. Our department works to support academic counseling, mental well-being, social-emotional development, and therapeutic needs to promote overall student success.

We are committed to creating safe, supportive, and thriving learning environments where every student has the resources and guidance to reach their full potential.

If you or your student need mental, behavioral, emotional support or school counseling , please contact our Student Support Services Team: (909) 357-5000, ext. 29278

Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT) Trainee Practicum Program

Program Overview

The Fontana Unified School District MFT Trainee Practicum Program provides graduate students with hands-on clinical experience in youth and family mental health. Trainees will have the opportunity to deliver therapeutic services to K-12 students identified as at-risk, as well as their families, through school-based prevention and intervention support. The program emphasizes a collaborative and supportive learning environment where trainees develop essential clinical skills, gain experience working with diverse populations, and build effective, ethical relationships with clients, caregivers, and school staff.

Trainees will complete an 11-month placement (August–June) at a minimum two school sites within the district. Program training includes conducting assessments, developing treatment plans, and completing progress notes in accordance with Medi-Cal documentation standards. Trainees are expected to commit a minimum of 20 hours per week, which includes:

10 client hours on average
1 hour of individual supervision
2 hours of group supervision every Wednesday afternoon

To be considered, applicants must meet the weekly and annual time requirements of the program. Upon successful completion of the practicum hours and graduation from their university program, trainees will qualify for registration as an MFT Associate to continue accumulating hours toward licensure in California.

Application and Selection

Interested applicants should click here to complete the online application form. A completed application must include an attached resume for review.

Applicants will be contacted via email by a Clinical Supervisor regarding the next steps. Those selected to proceed will be invited to an interview with our program supervisors. Final placement decisions will be made upon completion of all interviews.

A resume will also be requested following the submission of the application form.

Contact

For more information, please contact:

Roxanna Angulo, LMFT

Email: AnguRo@fusd.net

Elizabeth Romanio, LMFT

Email: romael@fusd.net

Mental Health Partnerships & Services

FUSD is committed to supporting the mental health and well-being of our students. We are proud to partner with multiple mental health agencies and providers in the local area to ensure students have access to the care they need to thrive academically and personally. Many of these providers offer services directly on school campuses, collaborating closely with our school sites to deliver effective, student-centered support.

Below, you will find information about our valued mental health partners, the services they offer, and how families can access them.

On-Campus & Community-Based Providers

South Coast Community Services (On-Campus & Community-Based)

South Coast provides a range of mental health services, including crisis stabilization, prevention, and early intervention. They also offer medication support for students receiving treatment through their organization. Many of their services are community-based, meaning providers can meet students at school, home, or in the community. Additionally, South Coast offers curriculum-based group sessions at school sites, all free of charge.

Victor Community Support Services (On-Campus & Community-Based)

Victor offers mental health services similar to South Coast, with FUSD primarily utilizing their Crisis Stabilization Program, Success First. This program provides immediate intervention for students experiencing acute mental health challenges. While some services occur on school campuses, Victor also offers community-based support. Our partnership with Victor is new for the 2024-2025 school year, and we look forward to its continued growth.

House of Ruth (On-Campus & Community-Based)

House of Ruth specializes in supporting individuals affected by domestic violence and trauma, offering free individual counseling to those exposed to violence at home or in the community. They also facilitate on-campus group sessions on topics such as Healthy Relationships and Boundaries to help students navigate personal challenges and build resilience.

Loma Linda University Medical Center & Children’s Hospital Youth Alternative Solution Program (Alcohol and Other Drugs for High School Students)

Loma Linda University Medical Center and Children's Hospital’s Youth Alternative Solution Program helps adolescents and their families make informed choices about drug and alcohol use. Through engaging, interactive discussions, they provide accurate facts, debunk myths, and highlight the real consequences of substance abuse.

Program Goals:

Reduce teen substance abuse and related injuries
Encourage positive behavior choices
Highlight the real consequences of high-risk behaviors
Lower adolescent DUI rates

Contact your high school counselor for more details

Pacific Clinics

Pacific Clinic provides high-quality behavioral health services for students of all ages in California.

Contact our Social Emotional Support Specialists at the FUSD office for more details

Off-Campus & Specialized Providers

ROWI Teen & Parent Wellness Centers (Off-Campus)

ROWI provides structured full-day and after-school mental health treatment for teens ages 12-17, focusing on anxiety, depression, and school-related challenges. They emphasize family therapy and school collaboration to ensure holistic care. Most FUSD students who access ROWI’s services have more severe mental health needs and are often enrolled in the Home Hospital program. ROWI is based in Rancho Cucamonga and accepts most insurance plans.

Soluna (Off-Campus & Virtual)

Soluna is a free, virtual mental health platform providing on-demand support for young people ages 13-25—no insurance, ads, or payments required.

Services include:

1:1 Coaching – Professional mental health coaches available for personalized support
Self-help Tools – Interactive app features designed to reduce stress and improve well-being
Community Forums – Peer-to-peer connection for additional support
Care Navigation – Quick access to local mental health resources

Access Soluna via: SolunaApp.com

BrightLife Kids (Off-Campus & Virtual)

BrightLife Kids provides free behavioral health coaching for California families with children ages 0-12. No insurance or referrals are required. Families receive 1:1 virtual coaching through video sessions and secure chat, as well as access to self-help resources like articles and videos.

BrightLife Kids helps:

Children develop emotional regulation, social skills, and self-confidence
Parents and caregivers learn strategies for managing behaviors and transitions
Families navigate developmental milestones and challenges

BrightLife Kids coaches offer bilingual support (English & Spanish) and access to interpreters in 17 additional languages.

Sign up at: brightlife.kids/ca

Substance Use & Crisis Support

STOP THE V.O.I.D. (Victims of Illicit Drugs) (On-Campus Presentations)

STOP THE V.O.I.D. offers free educational presentations for secondary schools on the dangers of fentanyl and synthetic opioids. These powerful awareness sessions, led by a retired officer with personal experience, aim to inform students about the risks of substance use. Presentations are typically conducted in an assembly format.

Merrill Crisis Stabilization Clinic

The Merrill Center is a 24/7 crisis stabilization unit (CSU) providing immediate, short-term mental health support for youth and adults. Their services focus on harm reduction, crisis de-escalation, and connection to long-term care.

The clinic provides:

Immediate, individualized mental health crisis support
A safe and respectful environment to stabilize symptoms
Reduced need for hospitalization or law enforcement intervention
Referrals to community-based behavioral health resources

Location: 14677 Merrill Avenue
Phone: (951) 643-2340

FUSD is grateful for these partnerships and the critical support they provide to our students and families. If you have questions about accessing these services, please contact your school site or our district support team.