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Wellness Center

 

Wellness Paraeducator

mailto:carol_lopez@upland.k12.ca.us

 

Mrs. Lopez is the new Wellness Center Paraeducator at Foothill Knolls, bringing a wealth of experience working with foster and school-aged children. Her expertise is vital to our mission of fostering self-development, nurturing positive growth, and promoting successful, school-appropriate behaviors that help students thrive both in and out of the classroom.

Prior to joining Foothill Knolls, Mrs. Lopez served as a Child Social Worker with Los Angeles County, where she worked with foster youth. She also has extensive experience supporting low-income families in her role as a Resident Service Coordinator at Housing with Heart, a nonprofit arm of Jamboree Housing. In this capacity, she managed three community centers in San Bernardino County, providing families with after-school programs, computer literacy training, financial management resources, and access to vital community services.

Mrs.Lopez holds a Bachelor of Arts in Human Development, with a focus on Child Development, from California State University, San Bernardino. Outside of her professional life, she is a proud mother of three children and enjoys spending quality time with her family and two rescue dogs. In her downtime, Mrs. Lopez enjoys reading, drawing and painting, and crocheting as ways to relax and unwind.

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mark_laird@upland.k12.ca.us 
Wellness Center Aide                       

 

        Mr. Mark is a passionate and dedicated Wellness Center paraeducator at Foothill Knolls, his alma mater. He is thrilled to give back to the community where he learned and grew, and he is committed to helping students develop the skills and resources they need to thrive.

     Mr. Mark works with students to develop and implement mindful solutions to their everyday challenges. He teaches them breathing and mindfulness techniques, self-regulation techniques, social skills, and goal-setting. 

     Mr. Mark is also certified by the One Circle Foundation to facilitate One Circle group counseling, an educational, non-therapeutic model which provides students with a safe and supportive space to engage in positive social interactions with their peers. Outside of work, Mark enjoys hiking, reading, going to the movies, and visiting botanic gardens. He is currently pursuing his bachelors in Leadership and Organizational Studies at the University of Denver. 

Hours:M- W: 8:30am-3:00pm