While summer offers a much-needed opportunity to relax, it also allows students to maintain and sharpen their reading and math skills as they prepare for the upcoming school year.
District curriculum supervisors have created a list of grade-appropriate assignments and resources to assist students in reviewing and maintaining essential skills over the summer months. Summer assignments for students entering PreK-5 are voluntary; however, practicing literacy and math skills is strongly recommended. It will help students maintain and improve their reading and math skills as they prepare for their new grade in September.
Please be advised that Summer reading assignments for students entering 6th - 12th are required. Due dates for required assignments are noted on each document.
Please click the following link to view summer learning assignments.: https://www.vineland.org/o/vps/page/summer-reading
If you have any questions regarding summer learning, please do not hesitate to email Mrs. DeMarchi at sdemarchi@vineland.org or contact your child’s school.
The City of Vineland Board of Education seeks a qualified resident to fill an unexpired term on the Board through the January 2026 reorganization meeting. Requirements include:
At least 18 years of age
A United States citizen
At least one year of Vineland residency
A registered voter of the City of Vineland
Not having an interest in a contract with or claim against the City of Vineland Board of Education
Successful Criminal Background Check
Please email a resume and letter of intent to: Scott Musterel, Board Secretary at smusterel@vineland.org, and copy his assistant, Kara Irvine at kirvine@vineland.org. Deadline is 12:00 p.m. Tuesday, September 2, 2025.
Presentations by candidates/interviews shall take place in public session at a special meeting of the Board immediately following the 5:00 p.m. combined meeting on Wednesday, September 3, 2025.
If you have any questions, please contact Scott Musterel, Board Secretary, at (856) 794-6700, ext. 2243.
Copy of notice: https://bit.ly/47EazlL
An application must be submitted to the Food Service Department to be eligible for free or reduced-price school meals. The application MUST be submitted every year. Eligibility for free or reduced status qualifies your student for additional benefits and discounted services.
PLEASE NOTE that any students who qualified for free and reduced meals in the 2024-2025 school year will be changed to paid status as of October 15, 2025. If you have recently submitted a new application, it may take up to three school days to process.
Vineland Public School offers several options to apply for free and reduced meals. Please visit our website here for a downloadable application: https://www.vineland.org/o/vps/page/food-service.
We also offer online applications by visiting www.PayPams.com/onlineapp
Attached is information on specific immunization requirements to attend school: https://bit.ly/40CA5nf
During the celebration, students were assigned their own internet-connected devices, marking the start of a multi-year partnership with Digital Promise through the Verizon Innovative Learning Schools program. The initiative provides devices and equips each participating school with a dedicated technology coach and robust professional development for teachers, helping to transform classroom learning and ensure long-term digital access across the district.
Families and students took part in a “student device playground,” where they tested their new technology, spoke with district IT staff, and learned device care tips. Administrators and program leaders also delivered remarks highlighting how the program will strengthen teaching and learning in Vineland.
Four Vineland schools—Wallace Middle School, Johnstone School, Sgt. Dominick Pilla Middle School, and Veterans Memorial Middle School—are among 34 nationwide to join the program for the 2025-26 school year, bringing the total to 660 schools across the country. Altogether, 2,673 devices with data plans are being distributed to Vineland students, with Verizon’s investment valued at more than $2.3 million per school.
“We’re incredibly proud to bring Verizon Innovative Learning to Vineland Public Schools,” said Superintendent Alfonso Llano. “This program gives our students more than just devices. It gives them access, opportunity, and the tools to succeed in a digital world. It also supports our teachers with meaningful professional development and new ways to connect with their students. We’re excited for what this means not just for our classrooms, but for the future of our entire school community.”
“At Verizon, we know how critical access to technology and skills development is in today’s digital world,” said Mario Acosta-Velez, Region Senior Director, Verizon Local Engagement and Corporate Social Responsibility. “We are proud to bring Verizon Innovative Learning Schools to Vineland Public Schools and enable students to develop the skills, knowledge, and capabilities to be successful and become the next generation of STEM leaders.”
The event marks the beginning of a new chapter for Vineland Public Schools, ensuring every student has reliable access to technology, expanded opportunities for learning, and the support to thrive in a connected world.
To log onto the Parent Portal, please click here: https://bit.ly/47rp22a
For any log-in problems, please contact the person listed from your child's school on the log-in page for help.
Preschool, elementary, and middle school hours will remain the same as last school year.
High school hours have been adjusted slightly and will now be:
Start: 7:25 a.m.
End: 2:00 p.m.
A full schedule of all school start and end times can be found by clicking the link below, and is always available on our district website.
http://bit.ly/413hcKy
Thank you for your attention to these times as you plan for the new school year. We look forward to welcoming our students and staff back soon!
Apply here: https://www.applitrack.com/vineland/onlineapp/default.aspx
In between volunteer days, they enjoyed trips to the Vineland Historical Society, Wheaton Arts, the Bridgeton Zoo, and shopping adventures at Target and Five Below. These outings gave students the chance to practice life skills, discover local culture, and have fun together.
It was a summer full of learning, giving, and growing—both in the classroom and out in the community!
Congratulations to Vineland High School Jag Specialist Robert Rush and the VHS JAG program for being recognized as a "6 for 6" award winner at the JAG National Training Seminar in Louisville, Kentucky last month.
Jobs for America’s Graduates New Jersey (JAG NJ), a statewide program operated by the New Jersey Chamber of Commerce Foundation that prepares high school students for success in post-secondary education and the workforce, was recognized nationally for its outstanding work and impact on student outcomes.
At the 2025 JAG National Training Seminar held in Louisville, Kentucky from July 14-18, JAG NJ and its local chapters earned 12 national awards, including nine “6 of 6” Awards and three “5 of 5” Awards – a testament to the program’s success across the Garden State. JAG NJ also took home regional awards for outstanding high school graduation rates.
“These awards reflect the commitment and passion of our educators, mentors, and, most importantly, our students,” said Sandra Strothers, executive director of JAG New Jersey. “JAG NJ is changing lives, and national recognition like this confirms that the work we’re doing is not only meaningful – it’s working.”
The “6 of 6” Awards are one of JAG National’s highest honors and are presented to state affiliates, regions, and school-based chapters that exceed six key performance metrics: graduation rate, employment rate, full-time employment rate, full-time positive outcomes, student connectivity rate, further education rate.
These awards highlight the exceptional achievements of JAG programs in high schools that help students not only graduate but thrive after graduation — whether in college, the military, or the workforce.
The “5 of 5” Awards are presented to programs serving middle school and high school underclassmen (freshmen and sophomores) that meet or exceed five nationally established benchmarks for student success and engagement.
“These results are driven by the trusting relationships our specialists build with students and the real-world preparation they provide,” said Donna Custard, president of the New Jersey Chamber of Commerce Foundation. “We focus on career readiness, communication skills, leadership, and connection to caring adults — all things students need to believe in their futures.” JAG NJ serves students in 18 programs across New Jersey, many of whom face significant barriers to graduation and employment. The program’s model includes classroom instruction, project-based learning, employer engagement, job and college placement services, and ongoing mentorship.
The 6 of 6 Award-winning programs for JAG New Jersey are:
Barringer High School, Newark, NJ, Charles Shepherd, JAG NJ Specialist
Camden High School, Camden NJ, Sheri Lowery, JAG NJ Specialist
Eastside High School, Camden, NJ, Josephine Parr, JAG NJ Specialist
Malcolm X Shabazz High School, Newark, NJ, Rafeeza Shahabudeen, JAG NJ Specialist
New Brunswick Alternative School, New Brunswick, NJ, Joseph Kriete, JAG NJ Specialist
Passaic High School, Passaic, NJ, Juan Izaguirre, JAG NJ Specialist
Pinelands Regional High School, Little Egg Harbor Twp., NJ, Maureen Neuner, JAG NJ Specialist
Plainfield High School, Cohort II, Plainfield, NJ, Jennifer Bogar-Richardson, JAG NJ Specialist
Vineland High School, Vineland, NJ, Robert Rush, JAG NJ Specialist
The chapter 5 of 5 winners for JAG New Jersey are:
Plainfield High School, Cohort I, Jennifer Bogar-Richardson, JAG NJ Specialist
Rahway High School, Leon Bunion, JAG NJ Specialist
Willingboro High School, Kenny Scott, JAG NJ Specialist
JAG New Jersey also received national recognition for meeting combined program outcomes for its 2024 graduating classes of multiyear programs, grades 9-12. They are:
Graduation Rate: 90% [JAG national standard] 99.55% [JAG NJ outcome]
Employment Rate: 60% [JAG national standard] 68.02% [JAG NJ outcome]
Full-time Employment Rate: 60% [JAG national standard] 74.83% [JAG NJ outcome]
Positive Outcomes: 75% [JAG national standard] 84.23% [JAG NJ outcome]
Further Education Rate: 35% [JAG national standard] 54.05% [JAG NJ outcome]
Connectivity Rate: 95% [JAG national standard] 97.75% [JAG NJ outcome]
About Jobs for America’s Graduates (JAG): Jobs for America’s Graduates (JAG) is a national nonprofit organization dedicated to helping young people stay in school and acquire the academic, employability, and technical skills they need to lead successful lives. With a proven track record of success, JAG operates in schools across the country, providing comprehensive support and guidance to students facing significant barriers to graduation and employment.
For more information about the National Training Seminar or Jobs for America’s Graduates, please visit jag.org or follow us on social media.
Please contact Heather Fiori at hfiori@vineland.org for more information.
Apply here: https://www.applitrack.com/vineland/onlineapp/default.aspx
🚨 Teacher Hiring Event! 🚨
📅 Thursday, August 7th
🕘 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Landis Admin Building
🎓 Now Hiring:
Elementary • Special Education • Middle & High School Teachers
✅ Meet Central & Building Admin
✅ Bring Your Resume & Certs
✅ Learn how YOU can earn your Teacher of Students with Disabilities endorsement — PAID for by VPS!
Don’t miss this opportunity to join an amazing team!
Check it out here: https://sites.google.com/vineland.org/wallyworldesy2025/home