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New RydeFreeRT cards for the 2026 – 2027 school year are now available. All students in grades TK-12th ride the entire SacRT system fare-free!
Learn more about the program at sacrt.com/rydefreert
Join our upcoming industry advisories as we tackle workforce development challenges and opportunities! Explore the latest trends in administrative healthcare positions and the future of veterinary careers alongside labor market researchers and employers.
Join us virtually *today* at 2:00 PM to hear how local employers are addressing one of the most pressing workforce challenges - access to childcare. The session will include an intro and framing, a 40 minute & discussion, open Q&A, & closing reflections with next steps.
We recently attended the AgHiRE graduation, hosted by the Center for Land-Based Learning (@LandBasedEd), celebrating participants who completed the AgHiRE program and are ready to advance their careers.
Photo credit: Charles Vincent McDonald
With support from the We Prosper Together initiative, the program is continuing to expand and welcome a new cohort. We’re excited to see what’s ahead.
Congratulations to the graduates on this well-earned milestone.
Yesterday was Renee John's final day with Valley Vision as she gears up for her exciting new role with the Sacramento Employment & Training Agency (SETA)! We wish her well and look forward to continuing to work with her in her new position.
We were thrilled to host a conversation with regional employers exploring how AI and automation are shaping the future of work. Panelists from @MarshallMedical, @Accenture, Clutch, & @CalHR_gov shared insights & strategies to help build a workforce ready for tomorrow.
Welcome to the Team, ThienVinh! Learn about our newest team member, ThienVinh Nguyen, who will lead Valley Vision's Clean Air & Climate Impact Area & oversee a team that is implementing programs to improve air quality, protect public health, & more here! f.mtr.cool/zhqochvcfe
VV CEO Evan Schmidt gave public comment last night at Sacramento City Council in support of their economic development priorities, which align with the regional We Prosper Together, part of CA Jobs First and led regionally by VV to create an equitable and competitive region.
Last Friday, educators, industry leaders, and employers joined the Construction Trades & Utilities Advisory with @LosRiosColleges. Experts shared strategies to strengthen career pathways & workforce development, while touring @ARCNewsToday’s new CTE building.
The Valley Vision team wants to congratulate the CA Food & Farming Network and @RootsofChange for an excellent event Tuesday evening at @MulvaneysBL! The Food & Farm Scorecard event recognized the contributions of @SashaReneePerez and Asm. Alex Lee - thank you!
Parents, grandparents, and caregivers are invited to participate in the First 5 Sacramento Parent Survey. Your input will help inform early childhood services and supports across Sacramento County.
Participants may be entered into a drawing for a gift card and children’s books. The survey is available in English and Spanish.
🗓️ The survey closes Sunday, February 15. Please help share before the deadline.
Work is changing fast. Is your organization ready? Join us for a regional industrywebinar exploring how roles, hiring, & work are evolving in 2026. Employers and workforce partners will share examples of how AI, automation, and shifting expectations are showing up today.
🎤 Featuring leaders from Marshall Medical, Accenture, and Clutch
📍 Informed by We Prosper Together’s regional sector work
👉 Register here: valleyvision.org/events/we-p…