Entries by Justina Janas

Visions Recognized with 2021 APLUS+ Pioneer Award

At a conference this October in Southern California, the APLUS+ Association of Personalized Learning Schools and Services recognized Visions In Education with a Pioneer Award for Proactive Policy Initiative. This award acknowledges Visions work to develop personalized learning policies and legislation to support school choice for students and families. Founded in 2002, APLUS+ is dedicated […]

Giving Thanks: A Thanksgiving Message from Superintendent Olmos

Dear Visions students, families and staff: It is hard to believe that the holiday season is already upon us!  The holiday season is an opportunity to pause and reflect on what we are thankful for in our lives. Personally, I am thankful for my family, our creative and passionate teachers, our superhero parents and guardians, […]

American Indian and Alaska Native Heritage Month

November is recognized as American Indian and Alaska Native Heritage Month, also known as Native American Heritage Month. Check out the video and resources below to learn more and get connected. National Museum of the American Indian – includes informative recorded webinars and historical information. PBS Video Playlist – includes programs about Native American leaders, […]

Filipino American History Month

Filipino Americans are the third-largest ethnic group in California, after Latinos and African Americans, and they are the second-largest Asian American group in the nation. Their rich history is recognized in October as it commemorates the first recorded presence of Filipinos in the United States. On October 18, 1587, “Luzones Indios” arrived in what is […]

Hispanic/Latinx Heritage Month: Superintendent Spotlight

For Hispanic/Latinx Heritage Month we want to spotlight our new Superintendent, Dr. Steve Olmos. His Hispanic heritage played a large part in his journey to becoming an educator. Steve’s parents immigrated to the United States from Mexico. Although his parents came to the US before they started a family, Steve was raised speaking Spanish and […]