Jessica Pena

Ascend California - Co-Camp Director

Jessica is an experienced family advocate passionate about helping others. With more than eight years of experience working with students, families, and partner agencies to ensure healthy communities in San Joaquin County. Jessica recently worked at the Child Abuse Prevention Council of San Joaquin County for over six years serving as a case manager for the Family Intervention Program. Where she connected with families and their needs, providing support and resources for the prevention of abuse and neglect. Jessica continues to focus on the importance of healthy families as she now works for the San Joaquin Office of Education as a Student Safety Technician. She has also run multi week programs where she was directly responsible for the wellbeing of teenagers. Her experience out of the debate space gives her an unique advantage over our competitors when it comes to keeping our students safe. She is excited to continue to advocate for student education by providing support as they navigate through their own unique journey Jessica is excited to now join Ascend California as Co-Camp Director. She is looking forward to bringing all her knowledge and positive energy to ensure a fun and memorable summer camp!