Welcome to VISTA Education Center

At VISTA Education Center, we are dedicated to providing a supportive and inclusive environment for special education students. As a Federal Setting IV facility, we offer specialized programs tailored to meet the diverse needs of our students, from kindergarten through 12th grade. Our goal is to empower students by valuing their individual talents and abilities, providing personalized educational experiences, and fostering an environment where every student can thrive. We envision a future where every student can thrive.  We envision a future where all students, regardless of their abilities, are equipped with the skills, confidence, and independence they need to achieve their full potential. This setting caters to students with significant disabilities who require intensive, individualized support that cannot be adequately provided in less restrictive environments. Some of the key components of setting IV program includes:

  • Specialized staff, including special education teachers, therapists (speech, occupational, physical), and behavioral specialists who are trained to address complex needs.
  • Access to specialized equipment and materials that support the educational and developmental goals of students with significant disabilities.
  • Higher staff-to-student ratio, allowing for more personalized and intensive support.
  • Structured environments that are crucial for students with severe disabilities, promoting safety and stability.
  • Customized to focus on both academic learning and essential life skills, such as communication, social interaction, and self-care.
  • Emphasis on functional skills prepares students for greater independence. 

School News

School Calendar

VISTA Elementary Family Fun Night
all day
VISTA Elementary
FHS Fall Musical: "Tuck Everlasting"
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District Auditorium
FHS Fall Musical: "Tuck Everlasting"
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District Auditorium
FHS Fall Musical: "Tuck Everlasting"
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District Auditorium
FHS Fall Musical: "Tuck Everlasting"
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District Auditorium
FHS Fall Musical: "Tuck Everlasting"
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District Auditorium
Fridley Alumni & Friends Concert
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Fridley United Methodist Church; 680 Mississippi Street
No School Districtwide (District Holiday)
all day
No School Districtwide (District Holiday)
all day
Free Family Movie Night
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District Auditorium
Don Meyers Wrestling Invitational
all day
Fridley High School
Fridley Alumni & Friends Concert
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District Auditorium
Fridley Lions Holiday Dinner (Senior Center Event)
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Banquets of MN
FMS Holiday Concert
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District Auditorium
RLS 4th Grade Choir Concert
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District Auditorium