In this episode of Cafeteria Confessions, we explore Vegas Vista Academy, a new K-3 school in Las Vegas that is redefining education through its focus on equity, wellness and community engagement. The academy is driven by educational research and emphasizes small class sizes, project-based learning, dual-language instruction and strong community partnerships. With a goal to break down barriers and ensure every student has access to quality education and nutritious meals, Dr. Feinstein, the school’s executive director, highlights the academy’s innovative universal free meals program for both students and staff.
Listen in to discover how, despite the challenges of launching a meal program from scratch, the academy remains dedicated to serving fresh, culturally relevant food that reflects student input while building community partnerships and celebrating local champions.