Join us on Thursday, December 10, at 5:30pm to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Search for Conscience program. The event will be held in the theater at the Vineland High School Asselta Building. Please RSVP by scanning the QR code or calling Dr. Ross Stanger at 856-649-4338 by November 20. Light refreshments will also be served. We hope to see you there!
Today, we honor the courage, dedication, and selfless service of the brave men and women who have served our country. Their sacrifices, commitment, and unwavering devotion to protecting our freedoms deserve our deepest gratitude and respect.
The Vineland Public School District extends our heartfelt appreciation to all veterans, active-duty military personnel, and their families for the sacrifices they have made in service to our nation. We are forever grateful for their bravery and the freedoms they have helped preserve.
To all who have served, thank you for your service, your sacrifice, and your commitment to our country. Happy Veterans Day!
The Vineland Public School District extends our heartfelt appreciation to all veterans, active-duty military personnel, and their families for the sacrifices they have made in service to our nation. We are forever grateful for their bravery and the freedoms they have helped preserve.
To all who have served, thank you for your service, your sacrifice, and your commitment to our country. Happy Veterans Day!
Congratulations to Shyla LaFontaine, our October VHS Dancer of the Month! We are proud to recognize Shyla for her dedication, hard work, and commitment to dance. Shyla is a wonderful team player who supports those around her and understands the importance of working together. Her positive contributions to the classroom and willingness to grow make her a valued member of our VHS Dance family.
Keep challenging yourself, believing in your abilities, and sharing your love of dance. We are so proud of you, Shyla! Keep shining!
Keep challenging yourself, believing in your abilities, and sharing your love of dance. We are so proud of you, Shyla! Keep shining!
The Visual Arts Club has had a busy start this October! Along with pursuing contest opportunities and creative passion projects, our students have also been getting out into the community.
Students created our very own “Scarecrow Jack Skellington” to represent Vineland High School for the Pumpkin Patch Party on The Ave! Check out all of the scarecrows this weekend on Landis Avenue!
Students have also volunteered their time sharing their skills as face painters, most recently at the Homecoming Tailgate and Winslow Elementary School Trunk or Treat events! Great job, artists!
Students created our very own “Scarecrow Jack Skellington” to represent Vineland High School for the Pumpkin Patch Party on The Ave! Check out all of the scarecrows this weekend on Landis Avenue!
Students have also volunteered their time sharing their skills as face painters, most recently at the Homecoming Tailgate and Winslow Elementary School Trunk or Treat events! Great job, artists!
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Students in Mrs. Smith and Mr. Neil’s 2nd Grade Classroom at Petway Elementary School had a fantastic time celebrating Pumpkin Day through hands-on learning and fall fun! Students acted as scientists as they conducted exciting experiments, including exploring how candy corn dissolves in different conditions and creating pumpkin volcanoes. These activities encouraged students to make predictions, observe changes, ask questions, and develop their understanding of scientific concepts such as chemical reactions and cause and effect. We also put our math skills to work by using pumpkin seeds to fill ten frames, reinforcing counting, number sense, and place value concepts. Our creative side came out as students decorated their pumpkins and practiced descriptive writing by using adjectives to bring their pumpkins to life with detailed sentences. To finish our day, students put their poetry skills to the test by writing their very own acrostic poems using the word PUMPKIN. It was a wonderful day filled with creativity, collaboration, critical thinking, and learning across multiple subject areas. We loved turning pumpkins into an opportunity for so much hands-on learning! 🎃🍂
Miss. Meyers’ 2nd-grade class at D’Ippolito Elementary School had the opportunity to make their own slime while exploring, experimenting, and learning through hands-on science. We were excited to welcome Mr. Thies’ class to join us for the activity, making it an extra special day!
Students and staff came together at Veterans Memorial School to celebrate Red Ribbon Week, raising awareness about the dangers of drugs and the importance of making healthy, positive choices. Throughout the week, students showed their school spirit by participating in fun daily dress-up themes while spreading the message of living a healthy, drug-free life. It was a great week of school spirit, awareness, and making positive choices!
Just a reminder about next week's schedule!
Schools will be closed on:
Tuesday, November 3 for Election Day/teacher workshops.
Wednesday, Nov. 4 in honor of Veterans Day
Thursday & Friday, Nov. 5 & 6 for NJEA convention.
We will resume our regular schedule on Monday, Nov. 9.
Schools will be closed on:
Tuesday, November 3 for Election Day/teacher workshops.
Wednesday, Nov. 4 in honor of Veterans Day
Thursday & Friday, Nov. 5 & 6 for NJEA convention.
We will resume our regular schedule on Monday, Nov. 9.
Thank you to our Pilla families that joined us for our first ever Parent University!
Our Fall session titled, "Together Against Bullying," provided parents and guardians with information, strategies, and resources to help prevent bullying and support students’ social-emotional well-being.
While students enjoyed an "open gym" and art activities with Pilla staff, parents and guardians moved into the multi-purpose room where they participated in meaningful conversations with Pilla's HIB specialist, guidance department, and administrators.
Through presentations, interactive activities, and opportunities for family engagement, the event promoted a shared commitment to creating a safe, supportive, and inclusive school community where every student feels respected, connected, and valued. We are looking forward to our next Parent University session, "Attendance Matters," on January 20th.
Our Fall session titled, "Together Against Bullying," provided parents and guardians with information, strategies, and resources to help prevent bullying and support students’ social-emotional well-being.
While students enjoyed an "open gym" and art activities with Pilla staff, parents and guardians moved into the multi-purpose room where they participated in meaningful conversations with Pilla's HIB specialist, guidance department, and administrators.
Through presentations, interactive activities, and opportunities for family engagement, the event promoted a shared commitment to creating a safe, supportive, and inclusive school community where every student feels respected, connected, and valued. We are looking forward to our next Parent University session, "Attendance Matters," on January 20th.
It's almost time for the annual Safety Patrol Breakfast! Check out the attached flyer for more information and support our amazing Safety Patrol students!
Students in Mrs. Castellini's plant science class are currently learning about soil textures. Students used two different testing methods to determine the soil texture, then compared results and determined the texture. Understanding soil textures is not only important for agriculture use but also used within environmental engineering, construction, sports turf management, and even within managing your own home and yard.
"This lab gets a little messy, and students at first are hesitant, but once they start the lab and see and feel the differences with the different soils they really enjoy this lab." Plant science is the second course in the agriculture science CTE pathway at Vineland High School.
"This lab gets a little messy, and students at first are hesitant, but once they start the lab and see and feel the differences with the different soils they really enjoy this lab." Plant science is the second course in the agriculture science CTE pathway at Vineland High School.
Calling all Vineland middle school students! Join us for a Director’s Meet and Greet for this year’s production of *Seussical Jr.* on Monday, November 2, at 6:30 p.m. at Veterans Memorial School!
Open to all students in grades 6–8 who attend school within the City of Vineland, this district-funded theater program offers a wonderful opportunity to explore musical theater, develop performance skills, and connect with students from middle schools throughout Vineland.
During the Meet and Greet, students and families will have the opportunity to learn more about the program, meet the production team, and receive important information about upcoming auditions.
For questions prior to the meeting, please email VAMPVineland@gmail.com.
We hope to see you there!
Open to all students in grades 6–8 who attend school within the City of Vineland, this district-funded theater program offers a wonderful opportunity to explore musical theater, develop performance skills, and connect with students from middle schools throughout Vineland.
During the Meet and Greet, students and families will have the opportunity to learn more about the program, meet the production team, and receive important information about upcoming auditions.
For questions prior to the meeting, please email VAMPVineland@gmail.com.
We hope to see you there!
The Vineland High School RISE program is holding a t-shirt sale! The deadline has been extended to Nov. 2. Scan the QR code or send orders and money to Stacey Zentz in the VHS Asselta Building, Office A139. Checks should be made out to VHS Student Activities. For questions or more information, please email. szentz@vineland.org
The Vineland High School Softball team is hosting a t-shirt fundraiser! Deadline to order is Nov. 12 and payment must be in cash or check (made out to Vineland High School Softball) only. For questions or more information, contact Coach Hague at khague@vineland.org
On Friday, October 23, Durand students and their families enjoyed a night of fun at the school’s 18th Annual Fall Festival. With an estimated 600+ in attendance, the two hour event was a Fa-BOO-lous time for all!!
The event was held throughout the school and also outside on school grounds. In the cafeteria, guests could make sand art, decorate pumpkins and get balloon animals. Of course they could also purchase yummy snacks like funnel cake, cotton candy and popcorn to name a few! Hallways were filled with carnival games and some specialty rooms like Face Painting, Popcorn Hands and the extremely popular Haunted Room.
Although costumes were not necessary, many students could be seen dressed up and out of their school uniforms for this special evening. We can’t forget the opportunity to throw a bowl of pudding at principal, Mr. Greco. With stacks of tickets in hand, students lined up to take their shot. Outside, students and their families could pick a pumpkin in the patch, bounce away in the bounce house, take a trip on the hayride, or stroll through the trunk-or-treat lane.
From planning to cleaning up, this event would not have been possible without the help of the Durand Staff and PTO, including our event organizer School Social Worker, Mrs. Pepe. Durand faculty and staff donated snack and beverage items, as well as manned the many different activities necessary for the event to happen. Even retired staff and extended family members of Durand faculty could be seen lending a hand. Special thanks goes out to the Fiocchi Family for their donation of pumpkins, Mrs. Rusnak for her donation of hay and the Tobolski Family for assisting with both the hayride and the Haunted Room. Each year Durand students look forward to this event and each year it gets bigger and better. Most importantly, this event is a great way for students and families to spend a Friday evening together and experience just how wonderful Durand School is.
The event was held throughout the school and also outside on school grounds. In the cafeteria, guests could make sand art, decorate pumpkins and get balloon animals. Of course they could also purchase yummy snacks like funnel cake, cotton candy and popcorn to name a few! Hallways were filled with carnival games and some specialty rooms like Face Painting, Popcorn Hands and the extremely popular Haunted Room.
Although costumes were not necessary, many students could be seen dressed up and out of their school uniforms for this special evening. We can’t forget the opportunity to throw a bowl of pudding at principal, Mr. Greco. With stacks of tickets in hand, students lined up to take their shot. Outside, students and their families could pick a pumpkin in the patch, bounce away in the bounce house, take a trip on the hayride, or stroll through the trunk-or-treat lane.
From planning to cleaning up, this event would not have been possible without the help of the Durand Staff and PTO, including our event organizer School Social Worker, Mrs. Pepe. Durand faculty and staff donated snack and beverage items, as well as manned the many different activities necessary for the event to happen. Even retired staff and extended family members of Durand faculty could be seen lending a hand. Special thanks goes out to the Fiocchi Family for their donation of pumpkins, Mrs. Rusnak for her donation of hay and the Tobolski Family for assisting with both the hayride and the Haunted Room. Each year Durand students look forward to this event and each year it gets bigger and better. Most importantly, this event is a great way for students and families to spend a Friday evening together and experience just how wonderful Durand School is.
Teachers at Veterans Memorial School recently participated in an informative professional development session led by Kate Wissman, a presenter from BeAble.
BeAble is an innovative educational platform designed to identify and close literacy and opportunity gaps for all student groups through advanced technology and proven instructional strategies. By incorporating differentiation, individualization, and personalization into one comprehensive platform, BeAble provides educators with powerful tools to meet the diverse learning needs of every student.
BeAble brings together valuable educational resources in one accessible platform. This professional development opportunity provided VMS teachers with additional strategies and tools to support student growth, strengthen literacy skills, and promote academic success for all learners.
At Veterans Memorial School, we remain committed to empowering our teachers and providing every student with the opportunity to succeed. Knowledge is Power!
BeAble is an innovative educational platform designed to identify and close literacy and opportunity gaps for all student groups through advanced technology and proven instructional strategies. By incorporating differentiation, individualization, and personalization into one comprehensive platform, BeAble provides educators with powerful tools to meet the diverse learning needs of every student.
BeAble brings together valuable educational resources in one accessible platform. This professional development opportunity provided VMS teachers with additional strategies and tools to support student growth, strengthen literacy skills, and promote academic success for all learners.
At Veterans Memorial School, we remain committed to empowering our teachers and providing every student with the opportunity to succeed. Knowledge is Power!
Just a reminder! Friday, October 23, is a legal attendance day (abbreviated day) for all schools due to afternoon teacher workshops. Please make appropriate arrangements for transportation or, if your child rides a bus, have someone available to greet them.
School hours can be found here: https://aptg.co/x14ryT
School hours can be found here: https://aptg.co/x14ryT
Students in Miss Welden’s 8th-grade ELA classes at Pilla Middle School put their creative writing skills to work as they planned, wrote, and published their own suspenseful stories!
After studying Edgar Allan Poe and other Gothic literature authors, students applied what they learned about suspense and plot development to create original narratives to share with their classmates.
After studying Edgar Allan Poe and other Gothic literature authors, students applied what they learned about suspense and plot development to create original narratives to share with their classmates.
Students in Mrs. Smith’s 7th Grade PLTW Science of Technology class at Johnstone Middle School put chemistry into action during our Ice Cream Chemistry Challenge!
Our students stepped into the role of chemical engineers, using their understanding of matter, temperature, and freezing points to transform a liquid mixture into a delicious frozen treat!
Students discovered that salt lowers the freezing point of ice. By creating a salt-and-ice mixture, they made the environment cold enough to turn their liquid ice cream mixture into solid ice cream in about 10 minutes!
Our young engineers made strawberry, vanilla, and chocolate ice cream—and of course, you can’t have ice cream without jimmies!
🧪 Chemistry in action
🧊 Freezing point investigation
⚙️ Chemical engineering
🍦 Hands-on learning
🔍 Real-world problem solving
Families, ask your Jaguar scientist about the chemistry behind their ice cream! What flavor did they make? What did they discover about salt and freezing points?
We love watching our students turn science into something they can see, experience, and taste!
Our students stepped into the role of chemical engineers, using their understanding of matter, temperature, and freezing points to transform a liquid mixture into a delicious frozen treat!
Students discovered that salt lowers the freezing point of ice. By creating a salt-and-ice mixture, they made the environment cold enough to turn their liquid ice cream mixture into solid ice cream in about 10 minutes!
Our young engineers made strawberry, vanilla, and chocolate ice cream—and of course, you can’t have ice cream without jimmies!
🧪 Chemistry in action
🧊 Freezing point investigation
⚙️ Chemical engineering
🍦 Hands-on learning
🔍 Real-world problem solving
Families, ask your Jaguar scientist about the chemistry behind their ice cream! What flavor did they make? What did they discover about salt and freezing points?
We love watching our students turn science into something they can see, experience, and taste!