July 2020

Dear Buena Vista Families and Friends,

It is an honor to serve as the principal of Buena Vista Arts-Integrated Magnet School beginning the 2020-2021 school year. I am excited that I have this opportunity to serve the children, parents and all stakeholders within the Buena Vista Arts-Integrated Magnet School community. Twenty years ago I entered my educational career as a certificated substitute in Ontario-Montclair School District. Since then, I have continually sought various ways to impact the lives of students and their families in a meaningful way, as well as grow professionally as an educator. My experiences while serving as a Principal, as well as Elementary Administrator and Data Coach have afforded me the privilege to support the academic, behavioral and social-emotional needs of students in multiple ways. Additionally, as a Middle School Dean of Students and classroom teacher in OMSD, I have experienced the positive impact of building meaningful relationships, encouraging personal and student leadership, and inspiring students to be their very best in their pursuit of their college and career aspirations.

Our mission at Buena Vista Arts-Integrated Magnet School is to guarantee high standards of excellence for scholars in an environment that promotes the arts. This will be achieved by providing a comprehensive standards based education in academics, dance, music, theatre and visual art. Our school community will encourage individual student talents, creativity and passion, and their love of the arts. We remain committed to the development and implementation of a shared vision for academic achievement, social and emotional well-being for all students, school site initiatives and district initiatives to improve learning and teaching for all.

We are in unprecedented times as a result of the current COVID 19 pandemic. As a result, there may be adjustments and updates to keep everyone safe and support the health and wellness of everyone. As we begin the new school year, please continue to stay connected to our school site by visiting our website at https://www.omsd.net/Domain/11.  I am confident that as we work collaboratively with all stakeholders throughout the year,  we will continue to make our school a great place where students learn to be  SAFE, RESPECTFUL, and RESPONSIBLE while receiving a high quality education.

Sincerely,

Jamemy Barnett

Principal

Buena Vista Arts-Integrated Magnet School