VPS Study Session 03/17/26

The VPS Board of Directors held a study session on March 17, 2026, focusing on updates related to the district's strategic plan and family engagement initiatives. The meeting featured detailed presentations on communication strategies, community outreach, and advisory groups including equity, family, and high school student advisories. Key topics included efforts to increase family and community connections, support for underserved student groups, and enhancements to digital communication tools like Parent Square and the district website. The board also received updates on special education services, dual language programs, and high-capacity student identification and support, including new pathways for identifying gifted students through growth metrics. While the session highlighted ongoing engagement and program improvements, no specific procurement, contracting, or budget allocation decisions were discussed during this meeting.