Support Services

To help students succeed

Support Services
for Online Students and Home School Families

Visions offers a variety of support services to help our students succeed. We ensure our students have access to many opportunities that not only strengthen their personalized learning experience, but improve their interpersonal and technological skills, too. We offer student clubs and organizations, in-person events, community college opportunities, creative writing classes, social services and Career Technical Education partnerships. Learn more about what we offer below.

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Student Activities, Clubs & Organizations

At Visions, we believe that extracurricular activities are just as important as academics. By joining a club/organization or attending an in-person event students can develop new skills, make friends with similar interests and have fun. We’re proud to offer over 60 student clubs for a variety of different interests like basketball, photography, running, reading, STEAM, heritages, the environment, cooking, the military, teen parenting and more! Learn more about our clubs, organizations and events here.

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Community College

We support student success by creating higher education opportunities. We provide access to community college courses for qualified students through Dual Enrollment Programs. Students can choose from a list of approved courses taught virtually by college professors. For many of our students, we also help cover the costs of materials and textbooks for these classes while enrolled allowing them to simultaneously earn college and high school credits. Learn about all the community college options available to Visions students here.

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CTE: Medical Careers Pathway

Career Technical Education (CTE) provides courses that integrate technical training and academics to help students develop the knowledge needed to transition to career training, college and the workforce. Did you know healthcare is currently one of the fastest growing career sectors in California and the nation? Visions offers the Medical Careers CTE Pathway to Independent Study and University Prep students who intend to enter the growing healthcare career field. The curriculum, taught by a Visions teacher, focuses on the skills needed to be successful in any career involving healthcare. This pathway also includes certifications and guest speakers. Learn more.

CTE: Game Design & Simulation Pathway

Gaming is one of the most popular career exploration choices for teens. The Career Technical Education (CTE) Game Design & Simulation Pathway is designed for Independent Study and University Prep students who are looking to learn the fundamentals of game design. The curriculum, taught by a Visions teacher, focuses on foundational knowledge including programming in JavaScript, drawing in Pixilart and creating original games. This pathway also includes essential programming techniques and guest speakers. Level up and learn more here.

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CTE: Cybersecurity Careers Pathway

Coming Fall 2024! Cybersecurity is one of the fastest growing technology fields and our Cybersecurity Pathway is designed for students interested in a career in cybercrime prevention. This is a two-course pathway that provides the technical understanding of networking and security, as well as the communication skills and professionalism required of all entry-level IT positions. By completing this pathway, students will have an understanding of academic and career paths they can take to achieve their future goals, including community colleges, trade schools, and 4-year college IT programs. Learn more here!

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Academic & Career Planning

Visions proudly offers the following services and opportunities:

– Free virtual and in-person tutoring for high school students including multilingual/primary language support.

– College visits, our Visions counselors inform students about upcoming college tours, and accompany them to provide support.

– Counseling services are available to all students, including financial aid workshops, mental health and wellness support, college and career guidance, and college application assistance.

Visions students meet one-on-one with UC Davis student mentors to receive support and valuable information about college life and success

Mentoring Programs

Visions offers mentoring to enrich the lives of all students by providing them with opportunities to build relationships with caring individuals who empower and encourage them through mentorship. Programs include: Success Through Education Mentoring (S.T.E.M) a partnership between the University of California, Davis and Visions. Students meet one-on-one with UC Davis undergraduate mentors to receive support and valuable information about college life and success in this year-long program. Mindset Academy provides students with one-on-one mentorship services and tools to navigate through their journey. The program’s goal is for students to experience success, fulfill their potential and build community.

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Student Services

Visions offers a broad range of support services tailored to meet the diverse needs of our students. Our dedicated team includes social workers, school counselors, a foster and homeless liaison and more to provide pivotal and specialized services. We believe that education is not just about academics but also about addressing the unique circumstances of each student. Additionally, we offer a “Parent University” program and we’re partnered with a variety of community partners to support our families including Care Solace to provide mental health resources. Learn more.

Find Your Voice Writing Class

This writing class is designed to manifest a creative and safe environment for students in grades 6-12 to realize that we are all writers. Students read, discuss and write during class. Students have the opportunity to share their work, but it’s never required. All work written in class is treated as fiction and all feedback is positive. Students are allowed to blossom as writers and discover their writing voice in a structured environment in which new writing is treated gently and with honor. The high school class culminates with the publication of a book in partnership with 916 Ink and the middle school class creates an anthology. Learn more and watch a video of our writing students here.

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LPAD SSS

5030 El Camino Ave
Carmichael, CA 95608

Non-Discrimination Statement
Visions is committed to equal opportunity for all individuals in school programs and activities. School programs, activities and services shall be free from unlawful discrimination, harassment (including sexual harassment), intimidation, and/or bullying based on any legally protected characteristic, including but not limited to actual or perceived race or ethnicity, color, ancestry, nationality, national origin, immigration status, ethnic group identification, age, religion, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, or on the basis of a person’s association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. If you believe you have experienced unlawful discrimination, please contact: Equity Compliance Officer, Dr. Micah Studer, 5030 El Camino Ave, Carmichael, CA 95608, (916) 883-1636, mstuder@viedu.org; Title IX Coordinator, Donna Glenn, 5030 El Camino Ave., Carmichael, CA 95608, (916) 883-1614, dglenn@viedu.org; Section 504 Coordinator, Matt Patterson, 5030 El Camino Ave, Carmichael, CA 95608, (916) 883-1611, mpatterson@viedu.org; ADA/Title II Coordinator, Donna Glenn, 5030 El Camino Ave., Carmichael, CA 95608, (916) 883-1614, dglenn@viedu.org.

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5030 El Camino Ave
Carmichael, CA 95608

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