Episode 04
Episode Summary
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 Vegas Vista 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, Vegas Vista remains dedicated to serving fresh, culturally relevant food that reflects student input while building community partnerships and celebrating local champions.
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About the Guest
Dr. Benjamin Feinstein is Vegas Vista Academy's executive director. In his past, he has been the founding IB Coordinator at South High School (Ohio), the founding Middle School Head at the Adelson Educational Campus (Las Vegas), the Interim Head of School at Island Pacific Academy (Hawai'i), and the founder and director of three nonprofits. He has spent the last 16 years organizing and running community service projects with and for families in the greater Las Vegas area.
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