Our Mis sion
The mission of the Vineland Public Schools is based upon the conviction that all students can learn. This is based upon their exposure to curriculum and instruction that addresses the New Jersey Core Curriculum Content Standards (NJCCCS) at all grade levels. We recognize that learning is the result of a strong partnership of parents, teachers and the community, as students are challenged to become active participants in the quest for excellence.
Our goal is to ensure a safe, creative, stimulating and caring environment which promotes self-esteem, sound character, responsibility and respect for diversity. This will enable students to become knowledgeable, skillful, life-long learners who are contributing citizens in our changing society. We expect the best from our students and will give no less of ourselves.
Schools
Open One Hour Late on Tuesday, February 9
All Vineland Public Schools will open one hour late on Tuesday, February 9.
All employees should report at regularly-scheduled times.
Preparation Advisory from the Vineland Office of Emergency Management-February 9, 2010: Due to the anticipation of snowfall beginning tonight (February 9) and all day Wednesday (February 10), and the possibility of substantial accumulation and strong winds, the following information has been provided by the Vineland Office of Emergency Management. The forecast indicated that winds may be stronger than the last snowstorm and may cause increasing difficulty while driving and may affect electrical service. Snow may begin falling around 4:00 PM on 02/09/10. Read the entire bulletin - PDF or Read the entire bulletin HTML format
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Visit the VPS Fundraisers web page for details about upcoming events held throughout the school year.
 School Closing Information and Procedures Vineland Public Schools has announced updated procedures for informing familiesof students and employees when school will be closed or opening late. The decision to close school or delay the opening of school is usually announced between 5 and 6 a.m. In rare cases, when the weather is extremely severe, that decision may be made earlier, or even the night before. In all cases, parents and the general public can access information about school closings, delayed openings, bus delays or other weather-related information. The information will be also posted on this web page. Read more
View the 2009-2010 School Calendar for Pupil Attendance 2009-2010
Information pertaining to H1N1 Influenza: The CDC 2009 H1N1 Influenza Vaccine Questions and Answers
Vineland Public Schools has released additional information from the Department of Education and State Department of Health and Senior Services on the recent A1 H1 (swine flu) virus situation in the state.
Links will be broadcast on Channel 9, as well as scrolling text that will be aired several times a day in both English and en Español. (Read letters here.)
NJ Department of Health and Senior Services -Swine Influenza A (H1N1) Virus Information for School and Childcare Settings
Memo from Superintendent of Schools to Parents/Guardians RE: Swine Flu: English Version • en Español
Swine Influenza and You - Frequently asked questions and answers about swine flu.
Access the budgets online: 2009-2010 School Year and 2008-2009 School Year
Equal Opportunity/Non-Discrimination - The Vineland School District has adopted policies which guarantee that all students shall have equal educational opportunity regardless of race, color, creed, religion, sex, disability, national origin, social/economic status or sexual orientation and that all students are entitled to learn in an environment free from discrimination and harassment. Any student who alleges that there has been an incident of discrimination/harassment should report the allegation in writing to the Affirmative Action Officer/Title IX Coordinator: Dr. Maryann Banks, Superintendent of Schools, 625 Plum Street, Vineland, NJ 08360. (856) 794-6700, x 2002. The district policies are available online or at each school.
What is Title IX? Title IX was the first comprehensive federal law to prohibit sex discrimination against students and employees of educational institutions. The law requires educational institutions to maintain policies, practices and programs that do not discriminate against anyone based on sex. Under this law, males and females are expected to receive fair and equal treatment in all arenas of public schooling: recruitment, admissions, educational programs and activities, course offerings and access, counseling, financial aid, employment assistance, facilities and housing, health and insurance benefits, marital and parental status, scholarships, sexual harassment, and athletics. For additional information, contact: Dr. Maryann Banks, Superintendent of Schools, Title IX Coordinator, Vineland Public Schools, 625 Plum Street, Vineland, NJ 08360, (856)794-6700, x 2002.
Conscientious Employee Protection Act (CEPA) CEPA is New Jersey’s whistleblower law. It provides broad protection to employees who report illegal and unethical workplace activities. Its primary purposes are to encourage employees to report illegal and unethical workplace activities, and to discourage employers from engaging in illegal and unethical conduct. The CEPA Representative for the Vineland Board of Education is: Maryann Greenfield, Director of Human Resources, 625 Plum Street, Vineland, NJ 08360, (856)794-6700, x 2104. |
