Vista Higher Learning Pre-K-12

06/17/2026

Por fin llegó el verano y con éste una oportunidad valiosa para que los estudiantes continúen desarrollando sus habilidades lingüísticas sin la presión del aula. Durante el verano, puede que se olviden algunas destrezas y/o conceptos, ya que no hay una exposición constante al idioma.

Durante el verano, la idea es tratar de practicar el idioma mediante las actividades diarias y lúdicas para mantener retención del idioma.

06/16/2026

Language learning doesn’t have to pause when summer starts.

Small, everyday moments can help students stay connected to the language they’re learning — whether they’re changing an app setting, listening to a song, watching a show with subtitles, or asking someone at home about a word or phrase they grew up hearing.

Here are 5 simple ways to keep language alive this summer.

Which one would your students actually try first?

06/15/2026

We’re excited to see you at the 46th Annual Sanibel Leadership Conference in Clearwater, FL!

Join our session tomorrow—we look forward to connecting with you. 📚

06/15/2026

The Raíces Essay Contest has been extended! 🎉

Students now have until August 15th to submit their essays for Raíces: Celebrating Hispanic Roots in the United States.

This contest is all about celebrating authentic stories — the voices, journeys, families, communities, and cultural roots that make Hispanic heritage so powerful and personal.

Teachers, this is a perfect opportunity to remind students over the summer: their story matters, and there’s still time to share it.

The first prize winner will receive an all-expenses paid trip to Spain for themselves, the guiding teacher, and a companion for each during the summer of 2027. In addition, 15 finalists will be invited to an award ceremony this coming October and all participants receive a free copy of Guillermo Fesser’s book, “Conoce a Bernardo de Galvez”.

https://vistahigherlearning.com/raices-celebrating-hispanic-heritage

06/10/2026

There’s something powerful about hearing someone like Bill Owens — whose career has centered on helping stories reach people — speak to the importance of students sharing their own.

The Raíces Essay Contest is an invitation for students to pause and reflect on the people, places, traditions, languages, and experiences that have shaped them.

Not every story has to be polished or perfect to matter. Sometimes the most meaningful stories are the ones that simply feel authentic and true.

We hope educators will encourage students to take part, write from the heart, and share the roots that continue to shape who they are becoming.

https://vistahigherlearning.com/raices-celebrating-hispanic-heritage

06/04/2026

This Immigrant Heritage Month, we honor the languages, stories, and traditions that shape who we are. Language is more than words—it carries memory, identity, and connection across generations. Learning languages helps us listen more deeply to one another and to the many voices in our communities.

06/02/2026

While grades matter, they don’t always tell the full story of language learning.

Real growth can also look like a student initiating a conversation, taking a risk with new vocabulary, making meaning from authentic materials, or showing curiosity about another culture.

In the language classroom, progress is more than a percentage. It’s confidence, communication, cultural understanding, and the willingness to keep going.

Read more: https://vhlblog.vistahigherlearning.com/beyond-grades-measuring-real-growth-in-the-language-classroom.html

With language, growth has to do with how students communicate, how they feel about using the language, and how they connect with cultures.

06/02/2026

The Raíces National Essay Contest gives students an opportunity to reflect on Hispanic heritage, identity, language, family, and the experiences that help shape who they are.

Every story matters, and every voice adds something meaningful to the conversation.

"That’s what Raíces is about: many voices, many journeys."

So, what are you waiting for? Join our contest and share your story! Essays must be submitted by June 15th!

05/29/2026

May is Global Accessibility Awareness Month!

Accessibility improvements can have a big impact on the student experience. From using clear formatting and accurate captions to offering multiple ways for students to engage with content, accessibility is about designing learning experiences that work better for everyone.

In this video, we're sharing simple, practical strategies educators can implement right away to create more inclusive learning environments.

Want to dive deeper? Read this blog to learn about strategies you can use to transform your classroom into an accessible learning space! https://vhlblog.vistahigherlearning.com/accessibility-strategies-to-transform-your-classroom.html

05/29/2026

El cierre de año escolar es mucho más que el final de un calendario académico. Es una pausa para mirar atrás, valorar el esfuerzo de cada semestre y reconocer cuáles fueron las lecciones aprendidas. Cada grupo, cada clase y cada reto enfrentado se convierte en una oportunidad de crecimiento profesional.

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El cierre de año escolar es una oportunidad para tomar pausa para mirar atrás, valorar todo el esfuerzo y reconocer las lecciones aprendidas.