In her application, Principal Bustillo wrote, “…our school community stands on the shoulders of the rich history of different cultural and racial groups who fought tirelessly to ensure that BMPV remained a school that was open, welcoming, inclusive, and supported in their ability to serve the entire community.”
During the 2023-2024 school year, BMPV 4th grade students met as an after school club to research the history of their school and uncover the stories of their community. They interviewed past teachers, principals, and alumni. Research continued during the 2024 – 2025 school year, as we worked with the school to engage more long-time community members to ensure all voices were represented. Check out this video to see the students participating in the program!
