Attention incoming Vineland High School sophomores, juniors, and seniors!
If you currently have your district-issued Chromebook at home, please return it to Vineland High School for a required device refresh before the 2026–27 school year.
During the refresh process, the Technology Department will remove outdated user profiles, install the latest updates, and prepare each Chromebook for the new school year. Devices will remain with the district and will be reissued to students when school begins.
Chromebooks may be dropped off at the main office of the Vineland High School Asselta (South) Building from August 25–27 between 8 a.m. and 3 p.m. Please bring the Chromebook and its charger.
If you currently have your district-issued Chromebook at home, please return it to Vineland High School for a required device refresh before the 2026–27 school year.
During the refresh process, the Technology Department will remove outdated user profiles, install the latest updates, and prepare each Chromebook for the new school year. Devices will remain with the district and will be reissued to students when school begins.
Chromebooks may be dropped off at the main office of the Vineland High School Asselta (South) Building from August 25–27 between 8 a.m. and 3 p.m. Please bring the Chromebook and its charger.
Vineland Public Schools kicked off the new school year by welcoming nearly 1,000 people to the third annual Back to School Extravaganza on Thursday. Held at Gittone Stadium, the event brought together all 14 district schools and more than 40 community partners.
Families spent the day connecting with school staff, administrators, local organizations, and community resources while picking up free school supplies and other giveaways. Students also enjoyed performances, activities with Vineland High School athletes, and plenty of opportunities to get excited about the year ahead.
Community partners offered a variety of services and resources throughout the event, including health and safety information, food, personal care services, and family support. District schools also created baskets filled with supplies and other items that were raffled off to families.
The Back to School Extravaganza was a great opportunity to bring the Vineland community together before the first day of school. We are grateful to our families, staff, volunteers, and community partners whose support helped make the event a success. We look forward to a fantastic school year!
Families spent the day connecting with school staff, administrators, local organizations, and community resources while picking up free school supplies and other giveaways. Students also enjoyed performances, activities with Vineland High School athletes, and plenty of opportunities to get excited about the year ahead.
Community partners offered a variety of services and resources throughout the event, including health and safety information, food, personal care services, and family support. District schools also created baskets filled with supplies and other items that were raffled off to families.
The Back to School Extravaganza was a great opportunity to bring the Vineland community together before the first day of school. We are grateful to our families, staff, volunteers, and community partners whose support helped make the event a success. We look forward to a fantastic school year!
Last night, Vineland Public Schools and the Vineland Board of Education proudly recognized Dr. Jeffrey Martine for being named the 2026-27 Cumberland County Teacher of the Year.
Dr. Martine has spent the past five years serving students at Rossi Elementary School and will begin a new chapter this fall as a social studies teacher at Vineland High School.
Congratulations, Dr. Martine, on this well-deserved honor! We are proud to have you representing Vineland Public Schools and wish you continued success as you begin your new role at VHS.
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Dr. Martine has spent the past five years serving students at Rossi Elementary School and will begin a new chapter this fall as a social studies teacher at Vineland High School.
Congratulations, Dr. Martine, on this well-deserved honor! We are proud to have you representing Vineland Public Schools and wish you continued success as you begin your new role at VHS.
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Dr. Ariel Lajara joined the Rossi Elementary School community today for “Lemonade with Leaders,” a special event welcoming new students and families to their school.
The event offered students an opportunity to become more familiar with Rossi, meet members of the school community, and begin making connections before the start of the new school year.
Welcome to Rossi! We’re excited to have you as part of the Vineland Public Schools community.
#InvestInVineland
The event offered students an opportunity to become more familiar with Rossi, meet members of the school community, and begin making connections before the start of the new school year.
Welcome to Rossi! We’re excited to have you as part of the Vineland Public Schools community.
#InvestInVineland
Today, Dr. Ariel Lajara stopped by Vineland High School to join district maintenance staff for a special luncheon recognizing their work throughout Vineland Public Schools.
Dr. Lajara took a few moments to thank the team for their hard work and the important role they play in keeping our schools and facilities ready to serve students and staff each day.
Thank you to our maintenance team for all you do for VPS!
#InvestInVineland
Dr. Lajara took a few moments to thank the team for their hard work and the important role they play in keeping our schools and facilities ready to serve students and staff each day.
Thank you to our maintenance team for all you do for VPS!
#InvestInVineland
🚌 Drive the Future with Vineland Public Schools! 🚌
We're looking for dedicated school bus drivers to join Team VPS and help transport our students safely each day.
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Apply today: https://www.applitrack.com/vineland/onlineapp/default.aspx
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We're looking for dedicated school bus drivers to join Team VPS and help transport our students safely each day.
✅ Competitive pay
✅ Meaningful work serving our community
✅ Make a difference in the lives of students
Apply today: https://www.applitrack.com/vineland/onlineapp/default.aspx
Please help us spread the word by sharing this post with your family, friends, and community networks!
Recent Vineland High School graduate and talented dancer Juliet Lonchambon is off to begin an exciting new chapter as a member of the Division I Dance Team at Merrimack College in North Andover, Massachusetts!
Juliet has worked incredibly hard to achieve this dream, and we couldn’t be more proud of her accomplishment. During her time at Vineland High School, Juliet served as Dance Captain and Cheer Captain, and she captured the hearts of audiences through countless unforgettable performances.
Her talent, dedication, passion, and beautiful spirit will certainly be missed at Vineland High School. We are so excited to watch her continue to grow, shine, and pursue her dreams at Merrimack!
Congratulations, Juliet! We are so proud of you and wish you all the best in this amazing new journey!
Juliet has worked incredibly hard to achieve this dream, and we couldn’t be more proud of her accomplishment. During her time at Vineland High School, Juliet served as Dance Captain and Cheer Captain, and she captured the hearts of audiences through countless unforgettable performances.
Her talent, dedication, passion, and beautiful spirit will certainly be missed at Vineland High School. We are so excited to watch her continue to grow, shine, and pursue her dreams at Merrimack!
Congratulations, Juliet! We are so proud of you and wish you all the best in this amazing new journey!
Over the past several weeks, Superintendent Dr. Ariel Lajara has been meeting with district leaders and community partners to listen, learn, and build relationships throughout Vineland Public Schools. As the new school year gets underway, he looks forward to continuing those efforts with the people who work with and support our students every day.
Dr. Lajara will be meeting with staff from across the district, providing an opportunity to connect with one another and strengthen relationships between our schools and district leadership. He looks forward to introducing himself more personally and sharing his vision for Vineland Public Schools as the new school year begins.
Dr. Lajara will be meeting with staff from across the district, providing an opportunity to connect with one another and strengthen relationships between our schools and district leadership. He looks forward to introducing himself more personally and sharing his vision for Vineland Public Schools as the new school year begins.
Beginning in September 2026, Vineland Public Schools will implement a bell-to-bell personal internet-enabled device policy in accordance with New Jersey law (P.L. 2025, c. 195).
Under the new policy, students in kindergarten through grade 12 may not use personal internet-enabled devices during the school day. This includes smartphones, tablets, smartwatches, smart glasses, and similar devices.
Students who bring a device to school must keep it turned off and stored in a locker or backpack for the entire school day, including during lunch and class transitions.
Students may use devices during supervised school-sponsored activities outside of the regular school day or when specifically authorized by school staff for an approved purpose.
Students with an approved device-related accommodation for a documented medical or health-related need may use their device in accordance with their individual plan.
These expectations support our continued commitment to creating a focused, respectful, and productive learning environment for all students.
Additional information regarding expectations and implementation will be shared with families prior to the start of the school year.
Under the new policy, students in kindergarten through grade 12 may not use personal internet-enabled devices during the school day. This includes smartphones, tablets, smartwatches, smart glasses, and similar devices.
Students who bring a device to school must keep it turned off and stored in a locker or backpack for the entire school day, including during lunch and class transitions.
Students may use devices during supervised school-sponsored activities outside of the regular school day or when specifically authorized by school staff for an approved purpose.
Students with an approved device-related accommodation for a documented medical or health-related need may use their device in accordance with their individual plan.
These expectations support our continued commitment to creating a focused, respectful, and productive learning environment for all students.
Additional information regarding expectations and implementation will be shared with families prior to the start of the school year.
For clarification purposes, Vineland Public Schools would like to provide additional information regarding the district’s participation in the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) and the availability of free breakfast and lunch for all students beginning with the 2026-2027 school year.
The Community Eligibility Provision is a federally funded program that allows eligible school districts to provide breakfast and lunch at no cost to all enrolled students. Vineland Public Schools submitted an application to participate in the program and was approved based on the district’s qualifying student data, including the number of students eligible for free and reduced-price meals.
The district’s participation in CEP and the expansion of free breakfast and lunch are federally funded and are unrelated to changes in local school taxes. As a result of this approval, the district will receive a higher level of federal reimbursement for qualifying breakfast and lunch meals served to students.
Through the district’s participation in CEP, all Vineland Public Schools students will have access to breakfast and lunch at no cost during the school day.
We hope this clarification provides a better understanding of how the program is funded and how Vineland Public Schools was able to expand access to free school meals for all students.
If you have any questions, please contact Scott Musterel, Business Administrator, at smusterel@vineland.org.
The Community Eligibility Provision is a federally funded program that allows eligible school districts to provide breakfast and lunch at no cost to all enrolled students. Vineland Public Schools submitted an application to participate in the program and was approved based on the district’s qualifying student data, including the number of students eligible for free and reduced-price meals.
The district’s participation in CEP and the expansion of free breakfast and lunch are federally funded and are unrelated to changes in local school taxes. As a result of this approval, the district will receive a higher level of federal reimbursement for qualifying breakfast and lunch meals served to students.
Through the district’s participation in CEP, all Vineland Public Schools students will have access to breakfast and lunch at no cost during the school day.
We hope this clarification provides a better understanding of how the program is funded and how Vineland Public Schools was able to expand access to free school meals for all students.
If you have any questions, please contact Scott Musterel, Business Administrator, at smusterel@vineland.org.
Vineland Public Schools wrapped up its three-day Administrators Academy today, bringing district leaders together once again for professional learning, collaboration, and discussion.
The final session focused on strengthening instructional practices and providing effective feedback, along with topics that impact the day-to-day work of our schools. Elementary and secondary leaders also had opportunities to work in smaller groups, allowing conversations to focus on the needs of the students and staff they serve.
Thank you to everyone who contributed to three productive days of learning, discussion, and collaboration across the district.
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The final session focused on strengthening instructional practices and providing effective feedback, along with topics that impact the day-to-day work of our schools. Elementary and secondary leaders also had opportunities to work in smaller groups, allowing conversations to focus on the needs of the students and staff they serve.
Thank you to everyone who contributed to three productive days of learning, discussion, and collaboration across the district.
#InvestInVineland
Superintendent Dr. Ariel Lajara recently met with New Jersey State Senator Michael Testa Jr., a proud Vineland High School graduate, to discuss Vineland Public Schools and opportunities to work together in support of our students and school community.
The district appreciates Senator Testa’s continued connection to Vineland and looks forward to building on that relationship through future collaboration.
#InvestInVineland
The district appreciates Senator Testa’s continued connection to Vineland and looks forward to building on that relationship through future collaboration.
#InvestInVineland
The Genesis Parent Portal is now open!
To log in to the Parent Portal, please click here: https://bit.ly/47rp22a
For any login problems, please contact the person listed at your child's school on the login page for help.
To log in to the Parent Portal, please click here: https://bit.ly/47rp22a
For any login problems, please contact the person listed at your child's school on the login page for help.
Don't forget! This Thursday, August 20, is our annual Back to School Extravaganza!
This FREE event will be held from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. at Gittone Stadium, 61 W. Landis Ave. There will be a ton of interactive activities, school and community resources, giveaways, and more as we prepare for the new school year.
We can't wait to see you there!
This FREE event will be held from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. at Gittone Stadium, 61 W. Landis Ave. There will be a ton of interactive activities, school and community resources, giveaways, and more as we prepare for the new school year.
We can't wait to see you there!
Join Champions at their Subsidy Event and take the stress out of tuition!
When it comes to making tuition more affordable, we’ve got your back!
We partner with state and local agencies (RUTGERS) to offer tuition subsidies whenever available.
Come find out what subsidy opportunities may be available in your area and get help applying for benefits.
Champions Site Directors will be on-site to assist you with your paperwork and answer your questions.
Think You Didn’t Qualify Before?
Give it another try! Eligibility requirements and circumstances can change, so you may qualify for benefits now—even if you didn’t qualify in the past.
Don’t miss this opportunity to see what you may be eligible for!
🍦 Come see us and enjoy a fun night on us!
We hope to see you Saturday 8/22/26 5-8PM Behind Sabater School!
When it comes to making tuition more affordable, we’ve got your back!
We partner with state and local agencies (RUTGERS) to offer tuition subsidies whenever available.
Come find out what subsidy opportunities may be available in your area and get help applying for benefits.
Champions Site Directors will be on-site to assist you with your paperwork and answer your questions.
Think You Didn’t Qualify Before?
Give it another try! Eligibility requirements and circumstances can change, so you may qualify for benefits now—even if you didn’t qualify in the past.
Don’t miss this opportunity to see what you may be eligible for!
🍦 Come see us and enjoy a fun night on us!
We hope to see you Saturday 8/22/26 5-8PM Behind Sabater School!
Great news! Beginning with the 2026-2027 school year, breakfast and lunch will be free for all Vineland Public Schools students.
No application is required for students to receive free school meals. Families are still encouraged to complete the annual meal application because the information is used to determine eligibility for Summer EBT benefits.
Learn more on our Food Services website: https://www.vineland.org/page/food-service
No application is required for students to receive free school meals. Families are still encouraged to complete the annual meal application because the information is used to determine eligibility for Summer EBT benefits.
Learn more on our Food Services website: https://www.vineland.org/page/food-service
Superintendent Dr. Ariel Lajara recently met with Mayor Anthony Fanucci and members of Vineland’s city leadership at City Hall for a conversation about the school district, the broader Vineland community, and shared priorities for the future.
Vineland Public Schools is excited to continue strengthening its partnership with the City and exploring opportunities for collaboration that support our students, families, and community.
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Vineland Public Schools is excited to continue strengthening its partnership with the City and exploring opportunities for collaboration that support our students, families, and community.
#InvestInVineland
Rossi Elementary School staff spent Tuesday at Camp Merrywood for their annual Camp Rossi staff retreat, kicking off the new school year with a day focused on team building, reflection, and connection.
Superintendent Dr. Ariel Lajara joined the Rossi team for the event, which included group activities, conversations, games, nature walks, and even some time out on the lake. The retreat gave staff an opportunity to reconnect as a team and prepare for the year ahead before welcoming students back to school.
Thank you to the Cumberland Cape Atlantic YMCA for hosting the event at Camp Merrywood, as well as the local businesses and community partners who helped support the day!
Superintendent Dr. Ariel Lajara joined the Rossi team for the event, which included group activities, conversations, games, nature walks, and even some time out on the lake. The retreat gave staff an opportunity to reconnect as a team and prepare for the year ahead before welcoming students back to school.
Thank you to the Cumberland Cape Atlantic YMCA for hosting the event at Camp Merrywood, as well as the local businesses and community partners who helped support the day!
Rossi Elementary School staff spent Tuesday at Camp Merrywood for their annual Camp Rossi staff retreat, kicking off the new school year with a day focused on team building, reflection, and connection.
Superintendent Dr. Ariel Lajara joined the Rossi team for the event, which included group activities, conversations, games, nature walks, and even some time out on the lake. The retreat gave staff an opportunity to reconnect as a team and prepare for the year ahead before welcoming students back to school.
Thank you to the Cumberland Cape Atlantic YMCA for hosting the event at Camp Merrywood, as well as the local businesses and community partners who helped support the day!
A big thank you to the K-12 educators who participated in our Summer 2026 Structured English Instruction (SEI) Training this week, facilitated by Llamame LLC in partnership with the Vineland Public School's Office of Multilingual Learners.
As part of the ongoing professional learning opportunities offered by Mrs. Alvarez, Supervisor of K-12 Bilingual, ESL, World Languages, and 9-12 Performing Arts, VPS educators have access to SEI training every summer, fall, and spring, providing multiple opportunities throughout the year to strengthen instructional practices and support academic language development.
SEI strategies benefit all learners by making grade-level content and academic language more accessible while maintaining high expectations. Through visual supports, purposeful collaboration, graphic organizers, hands-on learning, explicit vocabulary instruction, and meaningful opportunities to use academic language, our teachers are building classrooms where students can engage, communicate, and succeed.
We are proud of the commitment our educators continue to make to professional growth and to ensuring that every student has access to rigorous, language-rich instruction.
As part of the ongoing professional learning opportunities offered by Mrs. Alvarez, Supervisor of K-12 Bilingual, ESL, World Languages, and 9-12 Performing Arts, VPS educators have access to SEI training every summer, fall, and spring, providing multiple opportunities throughout the year to strengthen instructional practices and support academic language development.
SEI strategies benefit all learners by making grade-level content and academic language more accessible while maintaining high expectations. Through visual supports, purposeful collaboration, graphic organizers, hands-on learning, explicit vocabulary instruction, and meaningful opportunities to use academic language, our teachers are building classrooms where students can engage, communicate, and succeed.
We are proud of the commitment our educators continue to make to professional growth and to ensuring that every student has access to rigorous, language-rich instruction.
