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Student Support at Holy Family

You will find a Learning Support team dedicated to helping your child succeed. We partner with you, your child, and their teachers to understand individual learning needs and provide the right support at the right time. Whether your child needs extra guidance, targeted intervention, or a space to build confidence, we are here to ensure they feel supported, capable, and successful in the classroom.

We take a collaborative approach, working closely with your family and classroom teachers to identify individual learning needs and provide targeted support and interventions. Whether your child needs extra guidance, enrichment, or a quiet place to focus, we are here to help them feel confident and supported every step of the way.

If academic concerns arise, our assistant principals and learning support coordinators are your primary points of contact. They are committed to guiding families with care and clarity. 

Where Support Happens

Our learning support services are available across both of our campus buildings:

Charity Building Student Success Center
  • Serves students in Pre-K through 4th grade
  • Offers individual and small group academic support during the school day
  • Partners with the What I Need to Know (WINN) program for grades 2–4, working alongside teachers to provide differentiated math instruction each week
Joy Building Student Success Center
  • A dedicated space for students in grades 4–8 who receive testing accommodations
  • Provides individual and small group academic support for students in grades 5–8, as well as a quiet, structured environment for independent work
Additional Support Options

The Joy Building also offers extended access to support spaces for students who may need extra time or a calm place to focus before and after school. During these times, students can make up or retake assessments, receive additional support, or complete work in a quiet, supportive setting.

The Team:  

Joe Castillo, Assistant Principal for 5th - 8th grade
Martha Gandara, Assistant Principal for PK - 4th grade 
Rita Griffin, Learning Support Coordinator for 5th - 8th grade
Emily Lee, Learning Support Assistant for 5th - 8th grade
Joyce Tucker, Learning Support Coordinator for PK - 4th grade
Annie Flanigan, Learning Support Assistant for PK - 4th grade
Katie Villarreal, School Counselor for PK - 8 grade