At Mennies School, one of Mrs. Benedetto's 3rd grade reading groups just finished a book, The Mystery of the Missing Book. It was a cute story about a student who is the new advice columnist for the 3rd grade newspaper. When she receives her first letter, she learns that someone saw who took Ms. Smith's book. It was fun for the reading group to write clues to solve the mystery. After the book was finished, the students wanted to make a newspaper and chose what topics they wanted to write about. They used an index card to write out their ideas. Mrs. Benedetto put all their writings into a Canva Newspaper for them and published it. They had a lot of fun!
We are excited to share that the Vineland Athletic Department is hosting its very first cookie decorating event, featuring fun activities organized by the Vineland High School Winter Cheerleading team. Enjoy a movie, hot cocoa, and a special guest appearance. This festive, family-friendly event is a great way to kick off the holiday season! Please note that space is limited to the first 100 guests, so be sure to reserve your spot.
Event Details:
Date: December 13th
Time: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Location: Vineland High School North, Tanner Building - Cafeteria
3010 E. Chestnut Ave, Vineland, NJ 08360
Payment Options: Cash, check, or money order
Make checks payable to: VHS Activity Funds – Athletics Department
For more information, please contact us at (856) 794-6800 or email jjimenez@vineland.org.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Students in Miss Bernard and Ms. McGill’s Kindergarten class at Mennies School had their own Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade! They read the book Balloons over Broadway, learned how the balloons are made, and then made their own balloons! The class participated in a parade around the classroom! 🦃❤️
Students in Mrs. Gaetano/Mrs. Uebelacker's 5th-grade class at Mennies Elementary School teamed up with students from Mrs. Leone's class to make peanut butter and jelly sandwiches that were donated to The Vineland Soup Kitchen. Prior to making the sandwiches, the students participated in a Portrait of a Graduate competency lesson on empathy and what it would be like to put themselves in someone else's shoes-specifically someone who may be a little less fortunate. Students decided to forego having their own party festivities and instead chose to donate their time to make the sandwiches for the Soup Kitchen. The students learned a valuable lesson on empathy and expressed how they were truly grateful for so many things.
Mrs. DeJesus’ science classes at Johnstone Middle School completed a “Periodic Table of Turkeys” in celebration of Thanksgiving. Students were tasked with “disguising” their turkey with information and drawings about their assigned element. Great job Johnstone Jaguars!
We’ll be streaming the annual Vineland Christmas Parade live at 5pm on our YouTube channel! Enjoy the kickoff to this year’s holiday season: https://www.youtube.com/live/hAvl6DHAH98?si=EUHpgoFrfWkMXlv2
Vineland High School will be hosting a Holiday Bazaar on Saturday, December 7, from 9 am-1:30 pm in the VHS Tanner (North) Gym. Come out and visit the multitude of craft vendors, yard sale tables, and more! Please see the flyer for more information.
Happy Thanksgiving! 🦃 We're streaming today's annual Vineland-Millville Thanksgiving Day football game live from Gittone Stadium at 10:30 a.m. Go Fighting Clan!
https://www.youtube.com/live/UJwYhUWDOKQ?si=KHnLfezRSysuWwbG
Happy Thanksgiving to our Vineland Public Schools family!
There was plenty of Fighting Clan spirit at tonight's pep rally! Be sure to come out tomorrow and cheer on the Fighting Clan at 10:30 am as they take on the Millville Thunderbolts at Gittone Stadium. We'll also be honoring our senior football players, cheerleaders, and marching band members before the game! Go Fighting Clan! 🐔
Video highlights will be available on our YouTube channel soon.
Students in Mr. Greenfield's Lego Robotics classroom at Veterans Memorial Middle School are taking on an exciting challenge: design a robot that can travel the furthest distance with only 20 motor rotations!
The competition started with everyone building the same basic LEGO robot and programming it to the same limit—just 20 motor rotations. Most robots traveled around 5 feet, but that was only the beginning.
Over the next week, students got creative, modifying their robots to go farther with the only hint from their teacher: "Think geometrically." The first round of the competition took place on Friday, November 15, and Group 4 came out ahead with an incredible 30-foot distance!
The challenge wraps up on Wednesday, November 20, after two more days of tweaking and testing. We can’t wait to see what these young engineers come up with next!
The Mennies Guidance Dept and Administration would like to express our heartfelt gratitude to all the students, families, and staff who generously donated food for our Turkey Tango event. Thanks to your support, we were able to assist 28 families in need this year. In a time when food costs are rising, your kindness and willingness to give make a significant difference. We are truly grateful for your contributions and for helping make this effort a success. Thank you all!
Join us tonight for our annual pre-Thanksgiving football game pep rally! Come support the Fighting Clan as they look to win tomorrow vs. Millville at historic Gittone Stadium for the 153rd matchup between the rival teams. The pep rally will be held on the field behind Johnstone School and the VHS Tanner Building. Those attending should enter via the Johnstone School parking lot.
Come out and support the Fighting Clan tomorrow as they take on rival Millville High School in the annual Thanksgiving Day Game! Game time is 10:30 a.m. at Gittone Stadium. If you can't make it, be sure to watch it live on VPS Broadcasting here: https://www.youtube.com/live/UJwYhUWDOKQ?si=KHnLfezRSysuWwbG
Go Fighting Clan! 🐔
Congratulations to the November Character Badge Winners from Mennies Elementary School for demonstrating exceptional citizenship! These students have gone above and beyond to show kindness, responsibility, and respect—not just at school but also at home and in their community. Thank you for being role models and inspiring us all to make a positive impact every day!
Fall Spirit Week at VHS is in full swing! Last Friday, students enjoyed a comfy day in pajama pants, and today, they're repping their favorite teams with jersey day!
The Together Cafe at the RCSJ Cumberland campus had a fantastic October, showcasing the talents and hard work of our students. RISE students from Vineland High School, alongside ACT students from RCSJ, took on various roles in the cafe, serving customers a delightful selection of coffee, sandwiches, salads, snacks, and beverages. This hands-on experience not only allowed them to practice essential customer service skills but also prepared them for future employment opportunities.
The cafe, operated in partnership with Sodexo, introduced a new punch-in clock system this month to help students understand the importance of punctuality in the workplace. This practical tool provides real-life scenarios that emphasize the value of being on time and taking responsibility for their shifts.
In recognition of their outstanding contributions, five RISE students were honored as the "Associates of the Week": Salvador Flores Emiliano, Nery Ramos, Jennifer Cruz, Christian Maldonado and Rachel Piccione. This initiative encourages workers to invest in our business concept. Those who demonstrate a positive attitude, learn from their mistakes, and show improvement along the way are highlighted for their dedication and hard work. This recognition not only motivates the students but also fosters a sense of pride in their roles within the cafe.
As we move forward, we are excited to continue providing our students with opportunities to develop their skills in a supportive and engaging environment. The Together Cafe is more than just a place to grab a bite; it's a space where students can grow, learn, and shine.
DiBiase Preschool students celebrated the 50th day of school by dressing up in 50's clothing!
We’re excited to announce the winners of this month’s “Rowdy’s Golden Class” award at Vineland High School!
Congratulations to Ms. Defeo's 1st-period class from the VHS Asselta Building and Mr. Miller and Mr. Spinnato's 6th-period class from the VHS Tanner Building for embodying the Portrait of a Graduate traits and fostering inclusive, collaborative learning environments.
The "Rowdy's Golden Class" award encourages teachers to nominate their standout classes or classes that exemplify the Portrait of a Graduate traits, including communication, empathy, critical thinking, perseverance, adaptability, and responsibility.
The awards are part of the VHS Rock the Roost program, which helps promote good behavior and create a positive school environment. Congratulations to the winners!
Students in grades K-5 at Barse School had a wonderful opportunity last week to meet Ms. Eisinger from the local soup kitchen. It was a meaningful experience that helped them learn more about giving back to the community and supporting those in need.
Students in grades 3-5 listened to the story Uncle Willie and the Soup Kitchen by Dyanne DiSalvo-Ryan. The book teaches important lessons about compassion, kindness, and the impact of volunteering. It shows how helping others, especially those who struggle to get enough to eat, can make a big difference.
Meanwhile, students in K-2 enjoyed Maddie's Fridge, a story that also focuses on empathy and the importance of sharing with others when they’re in need. The story encourages young readers to think about how they can make a positive difference in their communities through small acts of kindness.
To wrap up the assembly, a few lucky students were chosen to dress as soup kitchen volunteers, helping bring the day's lessons to life in a fun and interactive way.
Looking ahead, members of the Safety Patrol, Kindness Clubs, and Student Ambassadors will have the chance to visit the soup kitchen and volunteer their time in the future. It’s an exciting opportunity for our Bears to put their kindness into action and make a real difference in the community!
This inspiring assembly was planned by Mrs. Jenne Elliott, kindergarten teacher and advisor for the Student Ambassador Club. A huge thank you to Mrs. Elliott for organizing such a meaningful event, and to Ms. Eisinger for sharing her time and knowledge with the students. Thank you also to all the Bears who are learning to be leaders of service and compassion!
