Welcome to Educational Services
Educational Services Division Overview
The Educational Services Division offers leadership and support to District staff by coordinating the development, alignment, and implementation of standards, curriculum, assessment, support services, and professional development. Our primary goal is to ensure that every student meets or exceeds academic standards.
Under the leadership of Dr. Jerry Gargus, the Educational Services Division coordinates various aspects of the Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP), including:
- Curriculum and instruction
- Professional development
- Early Childhood Education
- Special Education
- English Learner programs
- Gifted & Talented programs
- Federal & state initiatives
- After-school programs
Our Mission
The Educational Services Team is dedicated to the FVSD mission of "Preparing today's youth for tomorrow's future" by providing students with a top-tier education. We strive to:
- Maximize each student's potential
- - Cultivate lifelong learners
- Prepare students to become future community leaders
Programs Supported by the Educational Services Team
- Kindergarten Program (Traditional and Transitional Kindergarten)
- Child Care and Preschool Programs
- English Learner Program
- Expanded Learning Opportunities Program (ELOP)
- Gifted & Talented Program (GATE)
- Library Program
- Visual & Performing Arts Program (VAPA)
- Federal Programs
- State Assessment Program (CAASPP, ELPAC, and PFT)
Accountability Plans & Reports
- Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP)
- School Accountability Report Cards (SARCs)
- School Plans for Student Achievement (SPSAs)
- Elementary & Secondary Schools Relief Fund III (ESSER III)
- Educator Effectiveness Block Grant
Parent Advisory Groups