DPI VISTA Project

The goal of the DPI VISTA Project is to build capacity for family involvement in low-income schools and communities by implementing a research-based, sustainable process for partnerships.

The project coordinators envisage positive effects for the whole community, such as:

For Students

• Increased enrollment in more challenging academic programs
• More classes passed
• Better attendance, better social skills

For Families

• More support from school and other parents
• Increased feeling of ownership of school
• Improved awareness of student progress

For Teachers and Staff

• More respect for families' strengths and efforts
• Heightened readiness to involve families in new ways
• Increased satisfaction with family involvement and support

The DPI VISTA Project provides eligible schools and community organizations with three valuable resources:

• Full-time VISTA member (For up to 3 years to develop and sustain partnership practices)
• Trainings (On developing and creating a framework for effective partnership practices)
• Connections and Resources (From the DPI and from a network of hundreds of other Partnership Schools)

The DPI supports up to twenty VISTA members per year throughout Wisconsin at schools and community based organizations who serve a high proportion of low-income students. Those interested in hosting or serving as VISTA members at these sites are encouraged to apply.

What is Our DPI VISTA Project All About?

What is AmeriCorps*VISTA?
What are the benefits of the program?
DPI VISTA Project Description.

Current Sites and Projects

Brief Descriptions of current DPI VISTA placements

How to Apply

Interested in BECOMING a VISTA Member?

Information for persons who are interested in serving in a low-income school or learning center as a VISTA member, and would like to find out more about applying.

Interested in HOSTING a VISTA Member?

If your school, school district, or community based organization serves a significant population of low-income families, and you believe that a positive impact can be made by having a VISTA member, this site provides information you need about eligibility, expectations, and the application process.

For more information, contact

Kristine Nadolski, Program Manager
Phone: 608-267-7290
kristine.nadolski@dpi.wi.gov

Or dial 800-441-4563, and request the above extensions

Last updated on 2/7/2012 3:24:32 PM