Parenting for Prevention is a city-wide initiative designed to help parents and caregivers guide their children toward a healthy, drug-free lifestyle. The program features relatable community members from local agencies sharing insights on mental health and substance abuse prevention. The initiative aims to equip parents with practical strategies for open dialogue and connect families to local support. Resources are available in multiple formats, including a bilingual podcast, in-person parent meetings and Thoughtful Third Thursday one-minute videos—each designed to spark meaningful conversations at home.
The podcast can be accessed on YouTube, Apple Podcasts and Spotify at @CityofSantaClarita, and on our social media platforms @DFYinSCV and @CiudadDeSantaClarita (Spanish). Stay informed as we help our youth make positive and healthy decisions.
Podcast Snippet: Peer Pressure
Ramses Mayorga and Dr. Ashley Swanson – Full Episode on Peer Pressure
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In this episode, Ramses Mayorga, founder of a local nonprofit, shares his inspiring story of redemption and purpose. Raised in Canyon Country, he transformed his past struggles with gangs and prison into a mission to guide Santa Clarita youth away from peer pressure, drugs, and negative influences.
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Today, he dedicates his life to helping young people avoid the same dangers he once faced and to choose a brighter, safer future, and empowering parents to support their children in making positive, healthy choices. Joined by Dr. Ashley Swanson, a local social worker, they discuss how parents can recognize and address peer pressure while supporting their children in making positive, healthy choices.
Ramses Mayorga – Full Spanish Episode on Peer Pressure
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En este episodio del podcast Padres en Prevención, escucharás una plática muy especial con Ashley Swanson, trabajadora social clínica, y Ramses Mayorga, fundador de una organización local sin fines de lucro que trabaja con jóvenes de Santa Clarita para ayudarlos a mantenerse alejados de la presión social, las pandillas, las drogas y las malas influencias. Ambos comparten consejos valiosos sobre cómo los padres podemos apoyar a nuestros hijos para que tomen decisiones saludables y positivas.
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Originario de Canyon Country, la historia de Ramses Mayorga es una historia de lucha, reflexión y esperanza. En su juventud, se involucró con pandillas locales, lo que lo llevó a pasar varios años en prisión y a enfrentar situaciones muy difíciles que marcaron su vida. Con el paso del tiempo y el apoyo de su familia, Ramses logró transformar su camino y hoy dedica su vida a inspirar a otros jóvenes a elegir un futuro mejor. Escucha este episodio y descubre cómo la fortaleza, el amor por la familia y el apoyo de la comunidad pueden cambiar una vida y motivar a otros a seguir adelante. Acompañado por el Oficial Sierra, quien compartirá las tendencias de drogas en la comunidad.
Agent Victoria Scott – Full Episode on Online Safety
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In this episode, Agent Victoria Scott and local experts share practical tips on online safety, covering apps, privacy, screen time, and current digital trends.
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The discussion highlights the risks associated with online gaming, chat rooms, and exploitation, offering parents guidance on how to help their children navigate the online world safely and confidently. Agent Victoria Scott and Sherri Harris, Victim Assistance Specialist, will be the featured speakers at the January Parent Meeting on Online Safety. The event flyer will be available in early December on this page.
NetSmartz is an online safety program from the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (NCMEC) that helps kids, teens, parents, and educators learn how to stay safe online and in real life. The program offers age-appropriate videos, games, and lessons that teach about internet safety, privacy, cyberbullying, digital reputation, online exploitation, social media safety, and responsible technology use. https://www.missingkids.org/NetSmartz/home
Parent Meetings
The in-person parent meetings follow a podcast-style format, featuring relatable community members who share practical advice, with the added benefit of a resource fair where local agencies provide information on programs and services, serving as a one-stop shop for community resources.
English Version
ONLINE SAFETY
How to Protect Our Kids in a Digital World
Local experts will share tips on apps, privacy, screen time and
online trends to help families navigate the digital world.
Wednesday, November 5, 2025
Hart High School – Cafeteria
24825 Newhall Avenue, Santa Clarita
Parent Meeting
6:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Resource Fair
7:30 – 8:00 p.m.
Versión en español
SEGURIDAD EN LÍNEA
Cómo proteger a nuestros hijos en el mundo digital
Expertos locales compartirán consejos prácticos sobre
aplicaciones, privacidad, tiempo frente a las pantallas y
tendencias en línea para ayudar a familias a navegar de
manera segura en el mundo digital.
La presentación será en inglés y habrá intérpretes en español.
Miércoles, 5 de noviembre de 2025
Hart High School – Cafetería
24825 Newhall Avenue, Santa Clarita
Reunión para Padres
6:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Feria de Recursos
7:30 – 8:00 p.m.
Drug Education
The use and misuse of these substances can be harmful to the health of youth and teens. Active involvement, support, and education are vital in preventing youth substance use. Click on the icons to learn more about each substance.
Parenting for Prevention 2024-25
Thoughtful Third Thursday (T3)
Thoughtful Third Thursdays features relatable community members from local agencies who provide tips and tools on mental health or drug prevention, helping parents start meaningful conversations with their children and support them in making healthy choices.
Recognizing the Signs of Drug and Alcohol Use in Children
Bilingual Podcast Snippets: Peer Pressure and Drug Trends
THIS WEEK IN SANTA CLARITA (TWISC)/Instagram Updates
Sneak peek of the Parenting for Prevention campaign.
