Important information regarding CAASPP testing

Parents, please read the above letter regarding CAASPP testing this year. You will need to sign up for your student to take the CAASPP test on-site. We will be testing from 8:15-11:05 every Wednesday in May.

We believe in our students!

We have established commonalities and high expectations across campus here at ARM: Tell more; answer in complete sentences; speak in positive phrases; always give more details; use academic phrasing. We believe in a growth mindset!

Homework Policy--We Value Family Time!

After much research, Annie R. Mitchell continues to move forward in 21st Century learning, now in the area of homework. All homework for the year will be focused on Literacy. The expectation from all staff is that your child will read each night. Kindergartners will have a book bag to read aloud to you. Read more...

Understanding Common Core

The Common Core Standards: (Click to watch 3minute video) are aligned with college and work expectations. are clear, understandable, and consistent. include rigorous content and application of knowledge through high-order skills. build upon strengths and lessons of current state standards. are informed by top-performing countries, so all students are prepared to succeed in our global economy and society. are evidence-based. Mission Statement The Common Core State Standards provide a consistent, clear understanding of what students are expected to learn, so teachers and parents know what they need to do to help them. The standards are designed to be robust and relevant to the real world, reflecting the knowledge and skills that our young people need for success in college and careers. With American students fully prepared for the future, our communities will be best positioned to compete successfully in the global economy. —Common Core State Standards Initiative

Count Me In - One Visalia Connected

Join in here to support connecting students with meaningful engagements. We will keep you updated on how you can support in the upcoming weeks.

District Guidance for Visitors and Volunteers

Having families engaged in their student’s academic experience is a priority of the district. Click on the link here to access the latest district guidance for visitors and volunteers.

Health & Safety Updates for Families and Students

Health and Safety are the priority of the district. Please review this information on how we are preparing to provide healthy and safe environments for your students.

Storytime with Superintendent Kirk Shrum

Highlights from the Board of Education Meeting

Click here to read highlights from the recent Board of Education meeting.

Notice of Election for Governing Board Members

Notice is hereby given to all qualified persons that an election will be held in the Visalia Unified School District, County of Tulare, State of California on the 8th day of November 2022 for the purpose of electing the indicated number of members to the governing board

New Student Enrollment

Welcome to Visalia Unified School District! Follow the link above to learn more about enrolling your Kindergarten through 12th grade student at VUSD.

Superintendent's Entry Plan

The Superintendent’s Entry Plan lays out three areas on which Superintendent Shrum will focus during his first ninety days as VUSD superintendent. The themes surrounding the plan’s strategy are Engage, Examine, and Envision. Click on the headline to view the Superintendent's Message, Entry Plan and more...

School Board Meeting

Live feed of the VUSD School Board meetings

Community Alerts

Click here to view the most up to date news alerts from Visalia Unified School District