Visalia Unified Voices

Start Strong: Tips for a Successful Semester

In this episode of Visalia Unified Voices, we’re sharing expert advice to help students maintain their momentum and finish the semester strong. We sit down with Alan (VAPA) to discuss the importance of staying engaged in the arts, Breanne (Academics) to highlight key study habits for success, and Michele (ELOP) to explore after-school opportunities.. Tune in for practical tips that align with our VUSD Forward priorities—Get Involved, Spread Kindness, Always Learning, and Take Responsibility!

Spread Kindness

In this episode of Visalia Unified Voices, we shine a light on the campaign priority "Spread Kindness," emphasizing the power of compassion and positivity in our schools. Join us as we discuss how simple acts of kindness—whether in the classroom, hallways, or community—can strengthen relationships, create welcoming environments, and inspire a culture of care that uplifts everyone. I believe in, I belong in, I am VUSD.

Get Involved

In this episode of Visalia Unified Voices, we dive into the campaign priority "Get Involved," highlighting the importance of active engagement within the school community. Join us as we explore how students and staff can connect through clubs, sports, volunteer work, and more, all while building personal growth and fostering a sense of belonging at school. I believe in, I belong in, I am VUSD.

Take Responsibility

In this episode of Visalia Unified Voices, we dive into the campaign priority "Take Responsibility," with a special focus on school safety. Join us as we explore how students and staff can actively contribute to creating a safer school environment and what it means to take ownership of our actions.  I believe in, I belong in, I am VUSD. Resources: VUSD Forward [https://www.vusd.org/about-vusd/forward] Say Something [https://www.sandyhookpromise.org/say-something-tips/] Student Handbook [chrome-extension://efaidnbmnnnibpcajpcglclefindmkaj/https://resources.finalsite.net/images/v1722895049/vusdorg/pzstohkemxzlxczrvnyj/ParentStudentHandbook2024-25.pdf] Family & Community Resource Center [https://www.vusd.org/departments/educational-services/family-and-community-resource-center]

Always Learning

In this episode of Visalia Unified Voices, we're joined by Breanne Phillips, our Administrator of Learning and Leadership, to dive into the campaign priority "Always Learning." We discuss the importance of fostering a culture of continuous growth and how it aligns with our commitment to VUSD Forward priorities—Get Involved, Spread Kindness, Always Learning, and Take Responsibility. Join us to explore how "Always Learning" shapes our schools and discover practical ways to embrace lifelong learning in our daily routines. I believe in, I belong in, I am VUSD.