The superintendent provides an update on the Vista Unified School District's progress and plans for the 2015-16 school year. Key points include: - The district's vision is to be a model of educational excellence and innovation, and its mission focuses on inspiring critical thinking and collaboration to solve real-world problems. - Last year, the district saw improvements in early literacy and English learner reclassification due to implementing its strategic "Blueprint for Educational Excellence and Innovation." - The district is expanding family and community partnerships, including hiring more community liaisons and launching a family engagement network.