LETTER FROM THE PRINCIPAL
Dear Parents,
My name is Cathy Bozzini, and it is with great pride that I write this letter of introduction to you. Sierra Vista opened in August 2016 and was Vacaville Unified School District's first K-8 school. Funding from Measure A enabled the school facility to undergo major enhancements over several years such as a new multipurpose room, new science labs, new library and renovated administration building.
My background in education includes a Bachelor of Arts degree in Liberal Studies from California State University Sacramento and a Master of Arts degree in Education with an emphasis in Educational Administration from Chapman University. This year marks my 30th in education. I started my career as an 8th grade science teacher before moving into administration.
2000-2002: Assistant Principal at B. Gale Wilson K-8 School
2002-2006: Principal at E. Ruth Sheldon Elementary School
2006-2008: Principal at David A. Weir Elementary School (re-opened this school)
2008-2012: Principal at Sullivan Middle School (6th-8th Grade)
2012-2016: Principal at Callison Elementary School
2016- present: Principal at Sierra Vista K-8 School
I believe higher education is the goal for all students! As a young child, my parents never stopped pushing me to go to college. My parents are both second language learners and believed in the American dream. My dad was an NCO in the Air Force so my family had the opportunity to travel the world. What an amazing experience to attend schools all over the US and in the Netherlands!
Due to all these experiences, I have a vision of what a successful K-8 school looks like and how it should operate. I also know students need goals and support in order to be successful. Our staff was hand picked to work with your children to provide them with a nurturing, yet challenging educational experience. They are dedicated, hard workers and each have a talent to make Sierra Vista one of the best schools in the area!
I also believe it is important to have balance in life. As much as I am dedicated to my students, staff and community I am equally dedicated to my family. I am fortunate that my best friend is my husband and he is also in education so he understands my passion. Together, we have 4 children. Our oldest daughter completed college and is an Army 1st lieutenant stationed at Fort Bliss, Texas. Our second daughter currently works and lives in North Carolina. Our third daughter completed her second year at Sonoma State and will be a junior this fall. Our youngest son just graduated from Vacaville High School and will continue his education at Shasta College while playing with their baseball program. We love sports and are huge fans of our local bay area teams (49er's, Warriors and the Giants). My husband and I enjoy running in non-profit races such as the Giants race, local Loop the Lagoon and the Armed Forces Half Marathon. Walking our dog, Roxy, is a twice daily activity that we enjoy very much.
I'm grateful to work with such a talented staff and the best students in Vacaville!
Welcome to Sierra Vista K-8!
Gratefully,
Cathy Bozzini
Email: [email protected]