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Take a look through all the educational services and resources we offer. Explore Elementary, Middle, and High School curriculum, student resources, and ways family members can get more involved in our school communities, among several other topics.
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Every student deserves to feel safe, seen, and supported. Explore resources on immigrant rights, LGBTQ+ support, mental health services, and ways to get involved, because inclusion is at the heart of Vallejo City Unified School District.
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About Us
Welcome to the John Finney Educational Complex, a vital part of Vallejo's dedication to inclusive and adaptive education. Named after John W. Finney, a devoted educator and former principal of People's High School, our complex reflects his vision of offering second chances and support to students overcoming academic challenges. Focusing on credit recovery and alternative education, we provide an environment where every student can earn their high school diploma, regardless of obstacles. With the highest staffing ratio of all campuses within VCUSD, our programs are uniquely tailored to support all students.
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ParentSquare is a single platform for communication from your student's teacher to messages from VCUSD.
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Find out the process of how to help our students through volunteering.
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Stay up-to-date with your child's assignments, attendance, grades, test scores and more.
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Explore new job opportunities at VCUSD!
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Learn about the school closure process and how you can stay informed and involved.
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VALLEJO, Calif. — Three students from across Vallejo City Unified School District (VCUSD) are stepping into leadership roles this year, joining the Board of Education as the...
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The VCUSD Board of Education welcomed three student trustees for the 2026-27 school year. Sarai Portis, an 11th-grade student at Jesse Bethel High School; Samara Williams Adams, a 12th-grade...
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VALLEJO, Calif. — Vallejo City Unified School District invites students in transitional kindergarten through 12th grade to participate in its first annual Hispanic Heritage Month Art and Poetry Contest.
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VALLEJO, Calif. — Vallejo City Unified School District (VCUSD) welcomed more than 800 students, families, staff, and community ...
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Vallejo City Hall, 555 Santa Clara St #3, Vallejo, CA 94590, USA
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Governing Boardroom, 665 Walnut Avenue, Vallejo
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Vallejo City Hall, 555 Santa Clara St #3, Vallejo, CA 94590, USA
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Governing Boardroom, 665 Walnut Avenue, Vallejo