Thank you for voting.

     Thank you for voting in the 2012 Election.  For those of you not old enough to vote, please keep your zeal for the American Process and encourage others to care about the political process (no matter how flawed it is).   We have so many intelligent and talented students at our school.  It is encouraging for the future.  El Diamante has may alumni who are currently in Law School and interested in government and will be able to make a difference with their profession soon.  We want what is best for our children, students and community, but voting is only one way to create better educational opportunities.  

     To really create change for the betterment of our school, get involved. Tell PTSA your ideas, ask questions, get to know others in your school community.  If parents do not communicate with the school, how can their needs and the needs of their students be identified and met.  California schools are underfunded and fiscally unsound, but they still have phones and live staff to speak with callers, as well as email.
(Actually, Visalia Unified School District is fiscally sound due to proactive, intelligent planning.  We have one of the best school districts in the state, and our students are still offered a very well rounded education by professional, knowledgable teachers.) If you are appreciative of this fact, thank Dr. Craig Wheaton, your Superintendent of Schools for V.U.S.D.  He, and his staff, work tirelessly for our students benefit; doing their best with what is available to them. Their best (in my opinion) is amazing.  Make yourself available to assist your school.  You will meet other like minded parents with the same interests and concerns.  Before you know it, your questions will be answered, school problems clarified, targeted and dealt with.  You and your families will have a much better understanding of your child's educational needs, you will have new, enjoyable, like minded friends and acquaintances to assist you with the betterment of your child's education as well.  It does not take up your time like you think it will, and you will have less to worry about.

     Please get involved in your child's education and school.