Civic Center Permit
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
The Civic Center Program assists with issuing appropriate permits/leases for the supervised use of school facilities in conformance with the California Education Code mandate and the Board of Education rules, which requires that each and every public school facilities be made available for use by the community and non-profit organizations when regular school activities are not disrupted. The activity must be not-for-profit and open to the general public for uses such as recreation, meetings, and public discussions.
Our goal is to facilitate the use of public school facilities as a civic center by the community while ensuring the safety and well being of students, District personnel, community members and safeguarding District Facilities. To learn more about the process, requirements and how to apply for a permit, you may click on the quick links on the top right corner of the page.
PROGRAM LEAD
Miguel Saenz serves as the Civic Center Operations Administrative Coordinator for the Beyond the Bell Branch. He is an educational leader with over 24 years of experience who has served in various roles, including teacher, school-based coordinator, Assistant Principal, Principal, lead operations coordinator, Administrator of Operations, and Student Service Investigation Team (SSIT) support investigator.
STRATEGIC PLAN ALIGNMENT
Pillar 2: Joy and Wellness: Whole-Child Well-Being
- Promotes an active lifestyle through expanded opportunities for athletics, physical education, and community events;
- Contributes to ensure students and community members have access to safe locations to foster healthy habits and long-term health;
- Empowers students to advocate for their heath and well-being;
- Provides holistic opportunities for physical, mental and emotional aspects of well-being;
- Builds community and individual wellness
Pillar 2: Joy and Wellness: Strong Social-Emotional Skills
- Promotes teamwork and cooperation among peers through group activities
- Empowers youth to build positive relationships and foster a sense of family and community
- Promotes understanding and appreciation of diverse perspectives, enhancing empathy and social awareness
OUR TEAM
- Miguel Saenz, Administrative Coordinator
- Ester Rosales, Senior Office Technician
- Wendy Herrera, Office Support
- Oneida Garcia, Office Support
- Nadia Gonzalez, Office Support
- Stephanie Lopez, Office Support
- Elizabeth Fematt, Office Support
- Jamie Gutierrez, Area Program Supervisor (City Schools)
- Rosie Ramirez, Area Program Supervisor (City Schools)
- Hector Garcia, Area Program Supervisor (Valley Schools)
RESOURCES
QUICK LINKS
- Click here to apply to obtain a permit: Facility Use Request
- Procedures for third party use of School Facilities
- Facilities Service Division: Permit vs License Agreement
- Risk Finance & Insurance Services: Insurance Guidelines
- Insurance Requirements: Non-Athletic Athletics/Tournaments
CIVIC CENTER OPERATIONS HOURS
Monday - Friday 7:00am - 10:00pm
Saturday - Sunday 8:00am - 8:00pm