About
Learn about Views on Learning’s history and commitment to lifelong education
Our core values
At Views on Learning (VOL), we are passionate about ensuring students’ equitable access to technology. We work toward a future where learners have the opportunity to thrive in a technology-driven learning environment, guided by these core values:
Facilitating equity in education
Fostering lifelong learning
Empowering educators and students with technology
The VOL story: From local roots to national impact
VOL is a national 501(c)(3) educational non-profit organization with a rich history rooted in community education. Our journey began in 1990 with The Learning Society, an Elkhart, Indiana-based organization dedicated to lifelong learning and fostering a strong educational community.
In 1991, VOL emerged as a separate entity to address the growing need for technological advancements in education. We secured licenses in the Instructional Television Fixed Service (ITFS) band, allowing us to deliver educational content and video conferencing capabilities to schools across 19 service areas nationwide. As technology evolved, VOL transitioned to the Educational Broadband Service (EBS) band in 2005, focusing on providing reliable wireless internet connectivity.
How we empower students to thrive in today's digital age
Discover the comprehensive range of services VOL offers to support students, teachers, and educational institutions:
Educational Grants
We fund schools and students within our service areas to invest in technology and technological endeavors, fueling success.
Interactive Connectivity
We offer accredited schools access to a fixed number of Zoom® video conferencing licenses, fostering collaboration and enriching learning experiences.
Wireless Internet Access
We are able to provide underprivileged schools with reliable wireless internet, expanding educational opportunities beyond classroom walls.
Meet the dedicated team behind VOL
Our team comprises passionate educators, technology experts, and community advocates united by a shared commitment to advancing education. With diverse backgrounds and expertise, we collaborate to champion improved educational opportunities for schools and learners nationwide.
Tim Tahara
Executive Director
Grace Nyhuis
Administrative Assistant
Our commitment to the future
VOL remains dedicated to staying at the forefront of educational technology advancements. We strive to continuously improve our services and expand our reach to empower learners and bridge the digital divide through:
Expanding learning resources
By giving out technology-related grants and providing reliable internet access to our partner institutions, VOL broadens the learning experience by going beyond traditional textbooks and classroom walls.
Fostering collaboration and communication
With our interactive distance learning initiatives, students and educators can connect across geographical boundaries, creating unique learning experiences.
Supporting personalized learning
With proper funding and technological resources at their fingertips, students can access individualized learning tools, adaptive assessments, and personalized feedback mechanisms that cater to their unique learning styles and needs.
Promoting equity and access
Our offerings prioritize schools in underserved communities, ensuring less privileged students have access to modern technologies and innovative learning opportunities.