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Mental Health Matters: Youth In Alternative School, Lizbeth Ochoa Ramirez May 2025

Mental Health Matters: Youth In Alternative School, Lizbeth Ochoa Ramirez

Capstone Projects and Master's Theses

Mental health significantly impacts students’ success at Portola-Butler Continuation High School (PBSHS) in the South Monterey Joint High School Union. Students aged 14-17 at PBSHS face mental health challenges due to insufficient resources, a lack of mental health awareness, and limited parental support. The capstone project included a presentation on mental health issues, such as depression, anxiety, and stress. Following this presentation, a post-survey was conducted with 20 students regarding their mental well-being and how PBSHS can assist them. Responses indicated that going to school causes feelings of anxiety and depression, with 19% feeling this way often, 50% rarely, and …

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Breaking The Silence: Student Mental Health, Karina Almanza May 2025

Breaking The Silence: Student Mental Health, Karina Almanza

Capstone Projects and Master's Theses

Many students in Portola-Butler Continuation High School are experiencing mental health struggles. The continuation school is located in King City and serves students from 10th to 12th grade, ages 15 to 18. The project was implemented through the use of surveys which focused on student mental health and their experiences with mental health in school. The purpose of this project was to demonstrate the struggles students may be facing related to their mental health and recognize areas where students may be in need of support. This project was created with the intent to provide students a platform where they are …

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Raising Awareness Of Digital Resources, Astrid Itzel Torres Ochoa May 2025

Raising Awareness Of Digital Resources, Astrid Itzel Torres Ochoa

Capstone Projects and Master's Theses

There is a lack of access to technology services in Monterey County, specially among low income individuals, marginalized communities, and elderly. This project mission is to increase awareness, inform the community, and increase engagement with Loaves, Fishes & Computers, a non-profit organization located in Monterey County dedicated to bridge the digital divide by providing technology services such as computer classes, tech support, low cost computers and repairs to low income families and individuals. This project was an educational video about Loaves, Fishes, and Computers. Surveys were conducted before and after people watched the video. Results provided valuable insights about how …

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Breaking Barriers: An Analysis Of Affordable Housing In Pacific Grove, Wendy C. Gutierrez May 2025

Breaking Barriers: An Analysis Of Affordable Housing In Pacific Grove, Wendy C. Gutierrez

Capstone Projects and Master's Theses

This capstone project focuses on the community members of the City of Pacific Grove who are having a hard time finding affordable housing. The purpose of this project was to identify barriers residents in the City of Pacific Grove are experiencing when looking for affordable housing. This project was implemented in partnership with the City of Pacific Grove’s Community Development Department -Housing Division, which serves local residents by supporting housing and planning efforts. It was a community-based research project from a survey conducted from March to April 2025 that consisted of a total of 12 respondents. The survey was shared …

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Operation S.P.O.C., Brian P. Henry May 2025

Operation S.P.O.C., Brian P. Henry

Capstone Projects and Master's Theses

This capstone project revolves around the fact that there are too many homeless veterans here in Monterey. The primary site for this project is the Veterans Resource Office, where the primary community they serve is active duty service members, veterans, and their families. The purpose of this capstone is twofold. The initial purpose is to bring to light that homeless veteran students are attending CSUMB, as well as offering a solution to the problem. This capstone involves implementing a safety analysis for the Vet Rep at CSUMB. It is a safety analysis of the “Safe Parking Program” coordinated through the …

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Reducing Healthcare Gaps In Santa Cruz County, Grecia N. Magana May 2025

Reducing Healthcare Gaps In Santa Cruz County, Grecia N. Magana

Capstone Projects and Master's Theses

Secure healthcare coverage is crucial for facilitating timely access to preventative care and medical treatment. A significant number of Santa Cruz County residents are losing Medi-Cal benefits. Key barriers to healthcare coverage may include lack of adequate knowledge concerning Medi-Cal requirements, the shift away from automatic Medi-Cal renewal and significant language barriers. Community Action Board is a non-profit organization serving the uninsured and low-income communities of Santa Cruz and Monterey County. With the support of Community Action Board, an educational intervention workshop centered on Medi-Cal rights and responsibilities was offered to the community. The project aimed to provide comprehensive information …

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Understanding Student Behavior Through Positive Behavior Internventions And Supports, Melissa Castro May 2025

Understanding Student Behavior Through Positive Behavior Internventions And Supports, Melissa Castro

Capstone Projects and Master's Theses

There are too many behavioral issues in the classroom. The Salinas Union High School District implements positive behavior interventions and supports (PBIS) for students from middle school through high school. These behavioral issues usually disrupt students' learning which impacts their academic success and chances of graduating. The purpose of the PBIS understanding behavior powerpoint is a five lesson plan for staff and students to understand behaviors and how to apply a positive intervention in order to have a positive school climate where students feel welcomed and supported. An email was sent to all staff with instructions to review the presentation …

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Examining Barriers To Accessing Substance Use Treatment: An In-Depth Analysis Of High Rates In Monterey And San Benito Counties, Jessica Bravo May 2025

Examining Barriers To Accessing Substance Use Treatment: An In-Depth Analysis Of High Rates In Monterey And San Benito Counties, Jessica Bravo

Capstone Projects and Master's Theses

This project explores barriers to effective substance use disorder treatment in Monterey and San Benito counties, and was implemented by Valley Health Associates, a nonprofit agency that provides prevention and outpatient treatment services. The organization primarily serves both youth and adults affected by substance use disorders, including those facing systemic obstacles that limit access to care. Contributing factors include limited transportation options, high client-to-counselor ratios, and a lack of community awareness regarding available resources. The initiative gathered client input through interviews and surveys to identify challenges and suggest solutions. Expected outcomes include improved service accessibility, enhanced community outreach strategies, and …

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The Csumb Well-Being Compass: A Student Guide, Giselle Miller May 2025

The Csumb Well-Being Compass: A Student Guide, Giselle Miller

Capstone Projects and Master's Theses

Food insecurity, stemming from a limited awareness of available resources, often challenges new domestic and international students navigating California State University, Monterey Bay (CSUMB). This can potentially hinder their academic and social integration. The CSUMB Basic Needs department addressed this critical issue through a resource development project, creating and evaluating a comprehensive digital resource guide designed to connect new students with essential food resources and other crucial support services for academic success. This evaluation involved a feedback survey of 32 student staff and faculty across campus. The findings indicated that an overwhelming majority found the guide very or extremely helpful, …

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Monterey Bay Parenting Student Experience Needs Assessment, Erin Bartucci May 2025

Monterey Bay Parenting Student Experience Needs Assessment, Erin Bartucci

Capstone Projects and Master's Theses

Parenting students have a higher risk of dropping out of college before they obtain a degree due to academic pressures, financial difficulties and a lack of social support networks. The Care and Basic Needs department at California State University, Monterey Bay (CSUMB) provides resources and services to the 7,713 college students that are enrolled to meet their basic needs and improve their overall well being. Out of the total student population, there are approximately 600 known parenting students that attend CSUMB. This project used mixed methods research to conduct a needs assessment to better understand the parenting student population that …

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Social-Emotional Learning In Kindergarten, Angelya Ray May 2025

Social-Emotional Learning In Kindergarten, Angelya Ray

Capstone Projects and Master's Theses

Many young children have not yet developed sufficient socioemotional skills. When children lack these socioemotional skills, they may struggle with understanding, communicating, and regulating their emotions effectively. For young children, socioemotional learning can improve emotional regulation, their academic performance, as well as their overall well-being. In order to increase socioemotional skills, I created a three-day lesson for kindergarteners at the Monterey Bay Charter School Foothill Elementary in Monterey, California.

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Optimizing Client Retention In Mental Health Diversion, Amelia N. Hernandez May 2025

Optimizing Client Retention In Mental Health Diversion, Amelia N. Hernandez

Capstone Projects and Master's Theses

This qualitative study at the Monterey County Public Defender’s Office explored client experiences within the mental health diversion program. The research was prompted by a noticeable discrepancy of high case dismissal rates that appeared to be linked to declining client engagement rather than successful program completion. Twelve clients were interviewed and categorized into two groups: active participants and program graduates. Additionally, two lead attorneys overseeing diversion cases were interviewed to provide further insight into the program’s impact and potential strategies to strengthen client engagement. Through analysis, six key recommendations emerged: (1) a participant checklist packet, (2) Employment Connect partnerships, (3) …

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Increasing Awareness On Stressors Faced By Immigrants And Their Families In The United States, Jessica N. Guerrero May 2025

Increasing Awareness On Stressors Faced By Immigrants And Their Families In The United States, Jessica N. Guerrero

Capstone Projects and Master's Theses

This paper attempts to provide awareness of the multifaceted stressors that adversely affect the immigrant community, particularly immigrant high school students in the United States. Challenges such as language barriers, discrimination, acculturation, adaptation, and loss of identity contribute to risks of anxiety, depression, social isolation, and suicidal ideation among these students. Recognizing the pressing need to address this issue, this capstone project involves developing and implementing a one-day educational workshop for English Learner (EL) students at Alisal High School in Salinas, California. Grounded in Erikson’s psychosocial development theory, specifically the "identity vs. role confusion" stage, the workshop aimed to provide …

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First Generation College Students Navigating Higher Education, Katy Gonzalez Barron May 2025

First Generation College Students Navigating Higher Education, Katy Gonzalez Barron

Capstone Projects and Master's Theses

First generation college students struggle navigating higher education. First generation college students may experience challenges understanding the college system, which increases their stress. When first generation college students learn strategies to navigate college life such as accessing financial resources and connecting with mentors, it reduces their overall stress. As a result, I have created a one-day workshop on using college financial resources and mentor groups for AVID students at Rancho San Juan High School in Salinas, California.

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Increasing Mental Health Awareness In High School Athletes, Kaitlyn R. Melendez May 2025

Increasing Mental Health Awareness In High School Athletes, Kaitlyn R. Melendez

Capstone Projects and Master's Theses

Student-athletes often struggle to balance the demands of multiple academic and athletic responsibilities. These demands may harm student-athletes’ mental health by increasing anxiety, stress, and poor academic performance. When student-athletes develop effective coping skills, they can reduce their overall stress and enhance their overall well-being. To address this issue, I created a 45-minute workshop for the cross-country team at Marina High School in Marina, California.

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Increasing Awareness About Cell Phone Use And Social Media In Adolescents, Cameron Penrod May 2025

Increasing Awareness About Cell Phone Use And Social Media In Adolescents, Cameron Penrod

Capstone Projects and Master's Theses

High school students often lack the knowledge and awareness of the effects that cell phones and social media have on their daily lives. Being unaware of the negative effects, high school students may find themselves becoming easily distracted by their cell phones, engaging in limited classroom activities and discussions, and experiencing lower quality peer relationships. Understanding the role technology plays in their lives, high school students may show improvements in their digital literacy and critical thinking. In order to address this lack of awareness in high school students, I have created an interactive presentation for students in the English Language …

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Effects Of Teen Parents On Elementary School Students’ Academic Performance And Well-Being, Victoria Canchola May 2025

Effects Of Teen Parents On Elementary School Students’ Academic Performance And Well-Being, Victoria Canchola

Capstone Projects and Master's Theses

This capstone research project examines the academic achievement and general welfare of elementary school children who have teenage parents. With the help of literature review, original qualitative research, anonymous surveys were sent to teachers and teen parents. The result findings uncover the difficulties faced by children of adolescent parents in terms of educational attainment. Highlighted findings revealed the complex interplay of socio-economic disadvantage, inadequate parental self-efficacy, emotional distress, and heightened learning environment barriers that these students face. These in turn affect their trajectory of development. In addition, responses from teachers indicated the chronic underachieving academically, exhibiting behavioral problems of the …

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Effects Of Increased Use Of Technology In Early Years Of Child Development, Candy Guadalupe Pena Romero May 2025

Effects Of Increased Use Of Technology In Early Years Of Child Development, Candy Guadalupe Pena Romero

Capstone Projects and Master's Theses

This senior capstone research project examines how the increased use of technology in early years can have a significant effect on child development, both positive and negative. In this research project, besides conducting an extensive literature review, interviews with three teachers from an early childhood education center and an administrator were interviewed and parent surveys were conducted. The result findings revealed that the increased use of technology in early years affects children’s development. The project also suggests that finding a way to balance technology with traditional play and face-to-face interactions could be a good way to promote healthy development in …

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Effects Of Social Emotional Learning On The Mental Health Of Elementary School Students, Desirae Pineda May 2025

Effects Of Social Emotional Learning On The Mental Health Of Elementary School Students, Desirae Pineda

Capstone Projects and Master's Theses

The effects of social emotional learning (SEL) can positively affect the mental health of elementary school students. SEL helps students gain knowledge and skills that will help them be successful in life. All SEL skills play a role in how the child succeeds in class, at home, and in life in general. Through the use of literature review, surveys of kindergarteners, second and third graders, and teachers, the result findings indicated that the majority of students use the SEL skills taught in class. However, as for kindergarteners, even though they may be too young to fully understand SEL, but through …

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Developing Self-Regulation Skills In Early Childhood, Elizabeth Alvarez May 2025

Developing Self-Regulation Skills In Early Childhood, Elizabeth Alvarez

Capstone Projects and Master's Theses

Some elementary-school-age children have not yet developed emotional self-regulation skills. When children have trouble with self-regulation, they have challenges focusing, retaining information, and socializing, which can result in poor academic performance and poor social skills. When children learn emotional self-regulation skills, children can gain emotional intelligence which helps them to recognize, understand, and manage their own emotions. To address this issue, I created a three-day lesson for students in a kindergarten classroom at Sherwood Elementary in Salinas, California.

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The Benefits Of Experiential Outdoor Learning For Elementary School Students, Jillian R. Witt May 2025

The Benefits Of Experiential Outdoor Learning For Elementary School Students, Jillian R. Witt

Capstone Projects and Master's Theses

This senior capstone research project aims to delve deeper into the benefits of experiential outdoor learning that contributes to the growing body of knowledge and practical applications of this dynamic educational approach of elementary school students. Through the use of literature review, interviews with program workers and school administrators and survey with educators and past students, the result findings indicated that experiential outdoor learning benefits elementary school students despite some cost challenges, but provided them with more opportunities to learn from outdoor activities to increase their academic achievement, improve their cognition, and enhance their social skills with a deeper sense …

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Educating After-School Program Staff On Trauma-Informed Care, Emma Lowery May 2025

Educating After-School Program Staff On Trauma-Informed Care, Emma Lowery

Capstone Projects and Master's Theses

After-school program staff often lack training on trauma-informed practices. Without a clear understanding of trauma-informed care, staff may not appropriately handle situations where a student's behaviors may be rooted in trauma, which can make emotional and behavioral outbreaks worse. By training after-school program staff on trauma-informed practices, the staff can more effectively support students and give them a sense of belonging in the program, while potentially decreasing negative behaviors. In order to address this issue, I created a two-day training session to educate staff at Barrett Elementary School in Morgan Hill, California on the principles and practices of trauma-informed care.

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Impact Of Private Early Childhood Education On Academic And Social Preparedness Of Preschoolers, Destiny E. Rizo May 2025

Impact Of Private Early Childhood Education On Academic And Social Preparedness Of Preschoolers, Destiny E. Rizo

Capstone Projects and Master's Theses

Early childhood education plays a crucial role in shaping a child's academic and social development. This senior capstone examines how private preschool programs influence kindergarten readiness in both academic and social domains. Through a literature review and interviews with early childhood educators, this project explores the specific practices within private programs that contribute to children's preparedness. The result findings indicated that smaller class size, individualized instruction, and enriched learning environments are the key factors that could really support early learning success for children. As a future educator, this research highlights the value of incorporating these strategies into public school curriculum …

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Exploring The Perception Of Spanish-Speaking Students On Language And Cultural Identity, Andrea Martinez May 2025

Exploring The Perception Of Spanish-Speaking Students On Language And Cultural Identity, Andrea Martinez

Capstone Projects and Master's Theses

This senior capstone research project explores the perceptions of Spanish-speaking students regarding the intersection of language and cultural identity within educational settings in Monterey County, California. Spanish speakers represent a significant portion of the student population, therefore understanding their cultural/language experiences is essential for fostering inclusive and culturally responsive educational environments. Drawing on literature about bilingual education, cultural identity, and educational equity, interviews with teachers and surveys of students, the findings revealed how language and cultural identity shape students’ sense of belonging, self-perception, academic engagement, attitudes toward bilingualism, and their cultural expression. In addition, there are challenges these students face …

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Effects Of Early Access To At-Home Electronics On The Well-Being Of Young Children, Vanessa Wheeler May 2025

Effects Of Early Access To At-Home Electronics On The Well-Being Of Young Children, Vanessa Wheeler

Capstone Projects and Master's Theses

This senior capstone research project examines how early access to electronic devices at home affects the well-being of young children. As screen time increases among young children, there are growing concerns about how it can impact their health, development, and social skills. Through the use of literature review and surveys with parents and teachers, the results revealed that too much screen time could lead children to problems, such as sleep issues, language delays, emotional hardships, anxiety, and depression. Given this, the results from this study will help guide parents and educators on how to manage screen time for young kids.

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Impact Of Parental Involvement On The Academic Performance Of Elementary School Students, Natalia Rauda May 2025

Impact Of Parental Involvement On The Academic Performance Of Elementary School Students, Natalia Rauda

Capstone Projects and Master's Theses

This senior capstone project examines parental involvement's impact on elementary school students' academic performance, focusing on the roles that teachers, school liaisons, and parents play in fostering engagement. The study utilized qualitative methods, including interviews with a kindergarten teacher, a school liaison, and a parent, to explore the various dimensions of parental involvement and its influence on student success. Key findings reveal that early involvement, such as practicing foundational academic skills at home, is critical for academic readiness. Ongoing support throughout the school year, including communication between home and school, enhances student learning outcomes. However, challenges such as time constraints, …

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Impact Of Parental Involvement On Elementary School Student Development In Pursuit Of Higher Education, Valeria Guapo May 2025

Impact Of Parental Involvement On Elementary School Student Development In Pursuit Of Higher Education, Valeria Guapo

Capstone Projects and Master's Theses

The purpose of this senior capstone is to examine the relationship between parental involvement and elementary school students' academic trajectories, with a focus on their pursuit of higher education. Through a comprehensive analysis of existing literature and through the use of literature reviews, interviews, and surveys with college students, teachers, and parents, the results revealed that parental involvement is a big part of students' educational performance and mental well-being in many aspects. This research investigates how parental involvement in elementary education influences students' academic achievement, motivation, and aspirations for higher education. The findings highlight the significance of parental involvement in …

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Benefits Of Parental Involvement On Kindergarten Through Third Grade (K-3) Students’ Education, Kathie Trujillo-Suarez May 2025

Benefits Of Parental Involvement On Kindergarten Through Third Grade (K-3) Students’ Education, Kathie Trujillo-Suarez

Capstone Projects and Master's Theses

The purpose of this senior capstone project is to show the benefits of parental involvement in grades K-3 students’ education. Parental involvement plays an important role in the students’ academic success in the early years of elementary school. Schools, teachers and parents should be aware of the impact parent involvement does to K-3 students. Through the use of teacher interviews, and parent surveys, and literature review, the result findings revealed that parent involvement was a critical component of students' education, leading to higher test scores, and academic achievement in the students' education. Strengthening parental involvement in schools could increase K-3 …

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Impact Of Bilingual Education On The Academics Of Elementary School Students, Angelica M. Lopez May 2025

Impact Of Bilingual Education On The Academics Of Elementary School Students, Angelica M. Lopez

Capstone Projects and Master's Theses

This research investigates the impact of bilingual education on the academic performance of elementary school students, with a particular focus on Hispanic students in the Soledad area. As bilingual education continues to grow in importance across the United States, understanding its influence on students' academic outcomes is crucial. This study explores the definition, types, and historical evolution of bilingual education, with emphasis on how bilingual programs affect elementary school students' cognitive development, academic performance, and overall school experience. Utilizing both quantitative and qualitative methods, the research includes surveys administered to teachers and parents, assessing their perspectives on the availability and …

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Enhancing Social Emotional And Language Development For Deaf And Hard Of Hearing Elementary Students, Nataly Pacas-Rodriguez May 2025

Enhancing Social Emotional And Language Development For Deaf And Hard Of Hearing Elementary Students, Nataly Pacas-Rodriguez

Capstone Projects and Master's Theses

Social-emotional and language development are often absent in the curriculum for students in elementary school programs who are Deaf and Hard of Hearing(DHH). When social-emotional and language development are missing, Deaf and Hard of Hearing elementary students may have trouble with communicating with others, understanding social cues, and language comprehension. Deaf and Hard of Hearing students who learn about social-emotional and language development may be more likely to communicate, express their feelings, understand grammar and vocabulary. In order to address this issue, I have created a workshop for 2nd and 3rd grade students at Toro School for the Deaf in …

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