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October 2024
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Registration is Now Open!
Join us on November 21, 2024 at the San Diego Convention Center for the 2024 Live Well Advance Conference & School Summit! There will be breakout sessions on schools, youth, behavioral health, equity, belonging, and housing. There will also be opportunities for networking, a morning keynote speaker, and over 50 connection hub exhibitors.
Registration is filling up fast, so register now to enjoy a meaningful day connecting with thousands of partners and colleagues who are creating ripples of change in our region. See the website for more details.
Calling All Artists!
Artists of all ages are invited to submit their original artwork celebrating the conference theme "Ripples of Change: The Power of Partnerships." Top entries will be selected for display during the Live Well Advance Conference & School Summit! Submissions are due by October 20. Learn more about the Poster Art Contest and submit your work!
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Free At-Home COVID-19 Tests
As of late September 2024, households in the US are eligible to order 4 free at-home COVID-19 tests from the US Postal Service. While the tests may show "expired" dates on the box, the FDA has extended the expiration dates of the tests being distributed. Please share the ordering link with your school community to encourage students to prepare for respiratory virus season.
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College Assistance Migrant Program
The Office of Migrant Education is currently accepting applications for the College Assistance Migrant Program (CAMP). CAMP projects assist students who are migratory or seasonal farmworkers (or immediate family members of such workers) enrolled in their first year of undergraduate studies at an IHE. The Department of Education estimates that awards will be from $180,000-$475,000, with an estimated 11 projects receiving awards. Applications are due by November 13, 2024.
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Supporting Deaf College Students
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Food Insecurity: Youth in Action Town Hall
Join the Live Well San Diego Youth Sector on Sunday, October 27 from 11:00 am - 12:30 pm on Zoom for youth-led conversations that explore actions toward creating a San Diego where families have equitable access to food. The town hall is designed for local youth attendance and input that builds a safe and equitable future for students in San Diego. Register today!
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Live Well Career Prep Series: Vocational and Trade Positions
The Live Well Career Prep Series is hosting a career panel on vocational and trade positions at the County on Tuesday, October 29, from 3:30 - 5:15 pm at Once Safe Place in San Marcos. The panel will feature professionals from Parks and Recreation, Planning and Development Services, the Sheriff's Office, and Public Works! View the flyer to learn more, and register online if you plan to attend!
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Community Health and Wellness Clinic
Stop by the Community Health and Wellness Clinic for free vaccines, health screenings, public benefits, and more. The clinic will be held on Thursday, October 31 at the Spring Valley Library from 3:00 - 6:00 pm. View the flyer for more information.
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Lift Up Literacy Book Drive
Now through October 31, San Diego County Credit Union (SDCCU) is partnering with San Diego County Library to collect new or gently used books for the Lift Up Literacy Book Drive. Members and non-members can stop by any San Diego County SDCCU branch location to donate books in the designated bins.
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