Attention students! Are you interested in rowing? The Vineland High School Crew program is hosting a summer Learn to Row program! No experience is needed, so come out and learn a new sport and meet some new friends. More information is available on the attached flyer.
Mennies Elementary School administration and office staff celebrated their amazing aides! Throughout the year our aides assist with so many different areas of our schools. We are so lucky to have the very best!
On May 20th, a group of Vineland residents were selected to be this year's Rowan Legacy Family, all of who currently work or work for the Vineland District. A legacy family is chosen when one or multiple generations have graduated from Rowan University/College. After graduating, each family member joined education in Vineland, where they grew up. From substituting to elementary education to different subjects like Special Education, Art, and Theater, this family has contributed to the Vineland schools and community in many ways. Recipients awarded: Katina Kanakis, Angela Calakos, Cynthia Doulis, Mary Kaskabas, Steven Calakos, Kristina Rowe, Katina Lampropoulos and Angela Doulis.
During Art at Durand Elementary School, fourth graders and staff have been making clay butterflies as part of an international program called the Butterfly Project. This project aims to educate students on the Holocaust and use art to spark conversations about kindness and respect for others. There were 1.5 million children lost to the Holocaust, and each butterfly represents one of those souls. Durand’s Art Teacher, Katina Lampropoulos, has been coordinating this project and, along with students, installing butterflies as part of an ongoing mural. She hopes this installation will remind others that, just like how the butterflies are flying together in the mural, we stand for tolerance and love for each other. See https://thebutterflyprojectnow.org/ for more information.
The Vineland Historical and Antiquarian Society will celebrate its new gardens with a Rain Garden Party on Sunday, June 23 at 11:00 AM, at the museum. The public is invited to attend.
“The rain garden is now in full bloom and we want the community to see it and learn more about its workings,” said Jen Hainley, trustee. The rain garden uses land contours and the museum rain gutter system to irrigate the variety of plants. The museum has also unveiled a bog garden and a community garden, which are growing a variety of flowers, vegetables and herbs.
A garden discussion will be presented by Meredith Koenig, a native gardener, and Deborah Ein, author of a Mary Treat Biography. The gardens are dedicated to the memory of Mary Treat, a former Vineland Resident and naturalist, who wrote many articles about plants and insects, and communicated with Charles Darwin.
Refreshments will be provided by LIDL. Children’s games and activities will also be part of the celebration. The museum will be open for self-guided tours.
The museum is located at 108 South Seventh St. in Vineland. Additional information is available by visiting discovervinelandhisotry.org or by calling 856-691-1111.
The Vineland Education Association sponsored D'Ippolito Elementary School's yearly Bravo Beach Blast event. D'Ippolito came together to celebrate all the students awarded the Bravo Award throughout the school year. D’Ippolito Elementary School’s Character Education Program is entitled Bravo!
BRAVO translates to: Be Respectful And Value Others
Students are given this award for various character traits throughout the year.
These traits are: Respect, Responsibility, Empathy, Encouragement, Optimism, Perseverance, Honesty, Cooperation, Acceptance, Personal Pride
300 students were invited to join us in lots of summer fun activities. Students and their families were treated to soft-serve ice cream from Frostbite. They lined up to receive summer-themed temporary tattoos. Many students enjoyed doing artwork with sidewalk chalk in front of the school. Some games offered were frisbee catch, beach balls, checkers and chess, parachute play, badminton, and volleyball. We had summer tunes playing and students rocking out with blow-up guitars. Our event also had many bubble wands and bubbles for kids to use. Families were able to commemorate this event at our Photo Booth.
Families really enjoyed this event and we look forward to having it again next year.
It's not too early to sign up for next school year! The YMCA offers before and after-school care during the school year. See the attached flyers for more information.
Senior Marc Cadet painted a beautiful mural over the dance studio entryway in the B Wing of the VHS South Building. Marc took his vision and impacted B Wing in an amazing way with his incredible talent! His skills as a dance student, in addition to his art classes, directed his vision for this artwork that will live on for years to come at VHS. Thank you, Marc, for this amazing gift! You make VHS so proud!
The Little Lamb Preschool Stepping Up Program was celebrated over two days. Each class sang a song, and all students received certificates for completing their P3 or P4 year! Family activities followed after the ceremony. Staff, families, and students were so proud of this first educational milestone accomplishment!
Mrs. Friend and Mrs. Boesz's 4th-grade students tested their paper folding skills by making paper airplanes and participating in a paper airplane challenge. Students had a choice of three paper airplane designs; once they chose their design, they followed the directions on how to fold the paper to make the airplane. Then the students practiced throwing techniques to see the best way to throw their airplane to make it go as far as possible. Finally, the students had a toss-off to see whose plane would fly the farthest. The students had a blast testing their airplanes.
Students also took time to enjoy the beautiful weather and read. The class went outside and listened to a few chapters of the story "Wish" for a whole class read aloud. Then they did their fifteen minutes of reading to self, reading books they chose. What a great way to relax and spend one of our final days of school for the 2023-2024 school year!
Under the most beautiful blue sky with a perfect temperature, Barse students and staff celebrated both Vehicle and Career Day. In the morning, more than 20 speakers shared their vehicles and knowledge of their jobs with the students. The participants included Landis Sewerage Authority, the police department, the sheriff's department, the fire department, the postal service, Comcast, a limousine, and Newcomb's Nursery, just to name a few. In the afternoon, students enjoyed classroom presentations from speakers telling students about their careers. Many local speakers joined the students in person. Other speakers from London, England, met with the students virtually. These visits included a realtor, banker, judge, dog kennel owner, city planner, glass designer, and film director. Guests from both the morning and afternoon sessions enjoyed a catered luncheon. It was a wonderful day enjoyed by all.
Petway Elementary School hosted a schoolwide K9 demonstration to conclude the Second Grade’s "Pennies for Pup" service learning project. This project aims to engage the community, particularly students, in raising funds and awareness for the police department's K9 unit.
The demonstration showcased the skills and capabilities of the police K9s, highlighting their importance in obedience, agility, search and rescue, and apprehension techniques. It allowed the students to see firsthand how these highly trained dogs assist officers in their duties.
The Service Learning project encourages students to collect pennies (and coins) to raise funds for the Vineland Police K9 Unit. The initiative helps cover costs related to the care, training, and vests for the police dogs. The project teaches students about civic responsibility and the role of police K9 units. By participating in this project, students and community members develop a sense of involvement and investment in the safety and well-being of their community.
Attention former VHS Color Guard members!
Email them to vhscolorguard2024@gmail.com to share the history of the VHS Color Guard. We are excited to see what you have. Photos and clips will be shared on the VHS Color Guard Instagram page @vinelandhscolorguard
In Mrs. Nonnemacher’s first-grade class at Petway Elementary, students honed their math skills and teamwork. They formed teams, solved math problems, and strategized to capture the flag. Each flag had a number on the back. After solving all the problems, the class tallied points, practicing counting by 5s and 10s. The students enjoyed showcasing their math pride and cooperative spirit!
The Vineland High School AFJROTC had a very eventful May! On May 4th, at the Buena Historical Car Show, the cadets who volunteered directed parking, and they gained community service hours not only for themselves but for the unit as a whole. Saturday, May 11th, cadets went to the Young Eagles program for students ages 8-17 and were able to get a free flight. Cadets were given the opportunity to go on a free flight on an airplane with experienced pilots. Many cadets brought their families out with them. The flight was for 20 minutes and after they completed it, they all received a certificate. Some of the cadets are now enrolled in the ground school training that is offered for free. Alpha Fight had their last staff meeting to wrap up their positions to hand to upcoming Alpha Flight cadets in those positions. Lastly, to end off this unit's very eventful May, the cadets marched down Landis Ave to Landis Park to honor those who served that passed away. This year, the cadets marched in honor of a former VHS AFJROTC cadet, Private First Class Steven Gonzalez, who lost his life this past year while serving the United States Army. These cadets who marched got the honor of having his mother, Tiffany Harold, a Gold Star mother, ride in the VHS AFJROTC golf cart. The cadets decorated the golf cart for her to ride in, and many cadets thanked her for her sons' service and shook her hand. This parade was a success for the VHS AFJROTC because they had more than half of the unit's corps participate!
Congratulations to Hanna Coit, Cecily Garton, Jah'Asia Williams, and Samantha Meyers on completing four years of Dance at Vineland High School. They are truly going to be missed!
Miss Perry's kindergarten class at Winslow Elementary School has been working hard on their writing skills, and they are now celebrating their incredible journey to becoming published writers! For weeks, the students have been planning, writing, revising, and drafting their own unique stories. We are so proud of our young authors and can't wait to see what amazing tales they create next!
Only one week of school left!
Reminder of our upcoming schedule for all schools. Hours can be found on our website here: https://bit.ly/3lwrm1c
Cheer on our VHS Softball team TODAY at 3pm as they take on Watchung Hills for the Group IV State Championship! The game will be streamed live at 3pm here: https://highschoolsports.nj.com/watch/43507
Tiny Tots Preschool went on a field trip to the Cape May Zoo! With helpful chaperones in tow, our students were able to explore the zoo and meet different types of animals! It was a beautiful sunny day, filled with brand new experiences. Thank you to our families that took time out of their day to join us on this adventure!
