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You’re invited to a Lunch & Learn workshop designed to empower women to take control of their financial future. “From Piggy Banks to College Funds Part 5: Women’s Financial Wellness” will cover key topics such as saving, investing, and planning for retirement, along with practical steps to build confidence in managing finances.

This session will be held on Tuesday, March 31, 2026, from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM. Participants will explore strategies for financial self-education, setting goals, and making informed decisions for long-term stability.

Hosted by the New Jersey Family Engagement Hub in partnership with MassMutual New Jersey-NYC, this workshop features presenters Tina Zoppi and Chris Hernandez. Register through the link or scan the QR code on the flyer to attend.

This is the final call to order Vineland High School Crew apparel for the season and show your support for our student-athletes!

Orders can be placed using the following link: https://mbmsports.chipply.com/vinehscrew

We invite all students, families, and members of the district community to take part. A variety of items are available, offering something for everyone who would like to represent Vineland Crew with pride.

Please note that the online store will close on Sunday, March 29th at midnight, and no additional orders will be accepted after that time. Thank you for your continued support of the Vineland High School Crew team.

Vineland High School JAG students had the incredible opportunity to attend the annual New Jersey Legislative Day in Trenton, where they engaged directly with representatives from Legislative Districts 1 and 2.

A special thank you to Joe Berg, Chief of Staff to Senator Vince Polistina, Assemblyman Don Guardian, and Vineland’s own Senator Michael L. Testa Jr. and Assemblyman Antwan L. McClellan for providing a personal tour of both the New Jersey Senate and General Assembly chambers. Their time, insight, and hospitality made this experience especially meaningful for our students.

Throughout the day, our VHS JAG students demonstrated the leadership, professionalism, and communication skills they practice in the classroom every day. We are proud to see them represent Vineland High School with such confidence and excellence.

Mr. Cresci, a District Chief of the Vineland Fire Department, traveled to Vineland High School to provide a very informative assembly to a handful of potential volunteer firefighters. Each Vineland High School student learned the benefits and expectations of joining the Vineland Fire Department and the hard work it takes to work your way up through the department. VHS students will be able to follow up with the Vineland FD at an upcoming VHS Job Fair on April 17th or by filling out their interest form on the Vineland FD web site.

Mr. Ismael Bermudez, Executive Director of Special Projects and Operations, visited Mrs. Cook 6th grade classes at Veterans Memorial. Mr. Bermudez discussed the process of establishing policies and procedures within the district. This information was helpful as students are working on the Project Citizen project for all Social Studies classes. Project Citizen is a project-based civic education program that engages students in monitoring and influencing public policy by identifying community problems, researching solutions, and creating portfolios to present action plans to government officials.

Vineland Public Schools is excited to share our anticipated teaching opportunities for the 2026–2027 school year. As we continue to build on our district’s strong foundation, we are seeking passionate educators who are committed to making a difference in the lives of our students.

At VPS, we are proud to foster a culture that values collaboration, innovation, and student-centered learning—all grounded in our Portrait of a Graduate competencies.

If you—or someone you know—is looking to join a supportive, forward-focused school community, we encourage you to apply.

📩 Apply today: hr@vineland.org
👤 Send your resume to: Dr. Kristen Speakman
📱 Follow our journey: @vps_hr

Durand’s 5th Grade LEAP Art and 5th Grade Art Club, along with Mrs. Lampropoulos, visited the Philadelphia Art Museum this March, which is Youth Art Month.

They enjoyed a guided tour themed, “Around the World”, and sketched along the way. LEAP Art and Art Club students were able to explore different rooms that replicated Medieval, Roman, and early-century Japanese buildings and structures. They were ecstatic to see famous paintings in-person, especially by some of their favorite artists like Van Gogh.

This was the first time these students visited the museum, and were so engaged and respectful. We are so proud of these students representing Durand Dolphins, and being wonderful students and artists!

The fourth cohort of Vineland High School’s and Rowan University’s Dual Credit Educadores del Futuro program visited the university’s main campus in Glassboro on Tuesday, March 24, for a full day of college exploration.

Students were welcomed at the College of Education in James Hall by Dr. Gaëtane Jean-Marie, Dean of the College of Education, and Mr. Dennis Rivera, Vineland Board of Education Vice President and Rowan University Assessment Coordinator. Mr. Rivera personally greeted students and presented them with commemorative t-shirts to mark the occasion. They were also welcomed by Dr. Catherine Michener (Critical Literacy, Technology & Multilingual Education), Dr. Brooke Hoffman (Lecturer), and Gokhan Alkanat (Associate Provost for International Education).

Students learned about programs and resources for multilingual learners and toured key campus spaces, including the Learning Resource Center and the university preschool. The visit also included a student panel, an admissions presentation, a guided campus tour, and lunch at Holly Pointe Commons.

Vineland Supervisor of Multilingual Learners, World Languages, and 9-12 Performing Arts, Jacqueline Roman-Alvarez, encouraged students to recognize their ability to succeed, highlighting their accomplishment of earning college credits while still in high school.

Students left the campus with a deeper understanding of college life and a strong sense of the support systems available to help them achieve their future goals.

Vineland Public Schools is proud to share exciting news about an outstanding achievement by our Vineland High School students in the Regional Delaware Valley Olympiada of Russian Language.

On March 24, 2026, 21 VHS students participated in this prestigious competition at Temple University in Philadelphia and earned an incredible 21 medals!

The participants included Cintia Francisco Hernandez, Kingston Fuller, Zaniyya McKever, Renata Ramirez Lecona, Vanessa Sandoval, Gurtejbir Singh, Justin Smith, Wyatt Troller, Nicole Vasquez, Bella Garcia Santiago, Areli Mondragon, Jaylah Moore, Mariia Manannikov, Ilya Pikulik, Daniel Man Singh Pradhan, Mariia Boieva, Deena Margolin, Vladimir Manannikov, Vadym Rybalka, Davyd Radyvonik, and Ester Sbitnieva. They competed in the Regular, Heritage, and Native Speaker divisions, based on their proficiency level and years of Russian study.

Students completed a wide range of challenging tasks in three commissions. In Commission 1 (Oral Speech), they engaged in conversations with judges using one of ten scenarios on topics such as personal background, home and family life, school, community, sports, hobbies, movies, music, and weather. In Commission 2 (Russian Area Studies), students delivered presentations focused on Russian geography, landmarks, major cities, music, art, and literature. In Commission 3 (Poetry and Narrative), they recited a Russian poem from memory and retold one of the short stories they had studied in class.

This year, VHS students earned an impressive total of 15 gold medals, 5 silver medals, and 1 bronze medal. Judges for the competition represented Temple University, the University of Pennsylvania, the Philadelphia Municipal Authorities, and private businesses.

Beyond the excitement of winning awards across multiple levels and commissions, the Olympiada gave students a valuable opportunity to strengthen their confidence in speaking Russian, showcase their knowledge of Russian culture and civilization, experience a sense of accomplishment, receive recognition for their hard work in mastering a demanding language, connect with Russian language students from other schools, and tour the Temple University Student Center.

Congratulations to our students on their remarkable achievements and for representing the VHS Russian program with excellence!

Rossi Elementary School's Safety Patrol spent Tuesday morning at the Vineland Soup Kitchen, turning the generosity of their Souper Bowl Food Drive, a pop-up donation drive that took place during the week of the Super Bowl, into action and preparing 105 bagged lunches for our community.

A heartfelt thank you to Debbie Eisinger for coordinating this meaningful opportunity, to Dr. Martine, our Safety Patrol advisor, for guiding our students, and to our incredible Rossi community for donating the items that made today possible.

We are so proud of our students for leading with kindness and showing what it means to give back.

The event recording can be found on our official district YouTube Channel here: https://youtu.be/N8ftrJrnFFw

Join us this May for a meaningful community event in recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month. The Cumberland County Mental Health & Addictions Board is hosting “You Are Not Alone: Let’s Walk About It,” a one-mile walk around the lake followed by an afternoon of fun activities for all ages.

The event will take place on Saturday, May 2, 2026, at Anthony Campanella Park, located at 429 W Elmer Road in Vineland, New Jersey. Walkers will meet at the pavilion at 12:45 PM, and activities will continue from 2:00 to 4:00 PM.

Attendees can enjoy face painting, karaoke, dancing, volleyball, frisbee golf, crafts, and more. The event is pet friendly, and guests are encouraged to bring their own chairs and lawn games. An ice cream truck will also be on site with free treats. Registration is encouraged but not required.

Register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/u/1/d/e/1FAIpQLSc1RCp50fx6s9bYSkG6fCZdcaMLi75_WFYD1OM7HJas6z053g/viewform?usp=send_form

Come out, connect with others, and help raise awareness that no one has to face mental health challenges alone.

The Cumberland County Children’s Inter-Agency Coordinating Council (CIACC) will host a Children’s Health Resource Fair on March 26, 2026, from 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM at the Rowan College of South Jersey Cumberland Campus Gymnasium, 3322 College Drive, Vineland, NJ 08360.

This event will showcase resources available for children from birth through age 21+ who have emotional or behavioral needs, intellectual or developmental disabilities, and/or substance use issues in Cumberland County.

Families, school personnel, DCP&P staff, and social workers are encouraged to attend and learn more about the services and support available in the community.

For more information, contact Beth Thomas at (856) 327-7602 ext. 7133.

We are excited to share an upcoming opportunity to visit New York City this holiday season. The trip will take place on December 5, with departure from VHS South at 7:30 AM and a return time of approximately 9:30 PM. The cost is $70 per person, which includes transportation and a snack on the way to the city. Once in New York, participants will have the full day to explore and experience the city at their own pace.

Please note that this is not a school-sponsored event. However, all proceeds from the trip will benefit the Class of 2027 and Project Graduation.

If you are interested or would like more information, please email hfiori@vineland.org.

RISE Update: Spring 2026

We are excited to share all of the amazing progress and opportunities happening within the RISE (Reaching Independence through Structured Experiences) Program. Our students continue to grow through hands-on learning, community experiences, and real-world job placements that support independence and confidence.

This spring, students have been actively participating in Community-Based Instruction, where they practice real-life skills such as shopping, ordering food, social interaction, and navigating the community. Back in school, the RISE Café and Greenhouse continue to thrive as students take part in meaningful, hands-on learning. In the Greenhouse, students are planting, watering, organizing inventory, and assisting customers. In the Café, students are building skills in food service, teamwork, communication, and handling money. These experiences help students build confidence and independence in meaningful and practical ways.

Our work-based learning program continues to provide a wide variety of job placements that match student interests and strengths. In food service and hospitality, Heath has started working at IHOP, joining Christian who continues to work there on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Ryan and Sean have begun working at McDonald’s, while Jenny is working in the VHS kitchen with Sodexo. Alexis is gaining experience at Sodexo’s Central Kitchen, and Rachel is working in the dining hall at Inspira.

In school and community-based work settings, students are working at Compass Charter School and the Salvation Army, where they focus on organization, cleaning, and support tasks. Several students are also gaining valuable experience at the animal shelter, where they help care for animals and maintain the facility.

Keara is participating in a childcare experience at the YMCA, working in a preschool classroom where she is developing skills in working with young children, communication, and patience.

Students are also making important college and career connections. Eight students are currently working at the Together Café at RCSJ Cumberland Campus, where they are building strong customer service and workplace skills. In addition, four students are auditing classes through the ACT (Adult Center for Transition) Program at RCSJ, gaining exposure to college life and post-secondary opportunities.

We continue to see incredible progress in our students, including increased independence, stronger communication skills, greater confidence in new environments, and an improved ability to complete tasks with less support. These accomplishments reflect the hard work of our students and the continued support of our staff and community partners.

As we move further into the spring, we are excited to expand work-based learning opportunities, continue building community partnerships, and support students in preparing for life after high school.

Thank you to our families, staff, and community partners for your continued support in helping our students grow toward independence and success.

The 8th grade S.O.A.R. students at Veterans Memorial School have spent the last three weeks diving into the world of sustainable energy and the Engineering Design Process. Through our Wind-Powered Car Challenge, students transitioned sketches and ideas to functional prototypes, exploring how we can harness natural forces to power the machines of the future. The students navigated real-world constraints like limited materials and the importance of structural stability. During their prototype build, students learned that the first build is just the beginning. During the last week of the challenge the students focused on the data. Using stopwatches and measuring tapes, students ran multiple trials to see how far and fast their cars could travel. Students completed a final reflection, documenting not just how their cars performed, but how they grew as problem-solvers when their initial designs faced the wind.

Petway Safety Patrol proudly gave back to the community with a visit to a local soup kitchen. Each student contributed by donating a loaf of bread and working together to prepare meals for those in need. They made sandwiches, bagged cookies and snack mix, and assembled approximately 100 paper-bag lunches. Through teamwork and kindness, the students demonstrated the true spirit of service and compassion, making a meaningful impact on their community.

Winners of the Vineland High School Asselta Library Black History Month Bookmark contest are the following: Elizabeth Belvett, Elyce Blackwell, Neeshi Patel, and Isadorah Capulin. Pictured with bookmarks are Elizabeth Belvett- MLK Bookmark and Isadorah Capulin- Ida B. Wells Bookmark.

Join us for an upcoming SEL4NJ Workshop Series session focused on supporting children who may be struggling in school. “Practical Support for Struggling Learners: Part 1 – Understanding the Why” will explore how to identify the root causes behind challenges and provide guidance on how to effectively partner with teachers.

This session will take place on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM. Participants will gain insight into distinguishing typical developmental challenges from more serious concerns and walk away with practical strategies to make a meaningful difference.

Presented by Erica Brentan, this workshop is part of a partnership between the New Jersey Family Engagement Hub and SEL4NJ. Register using the link or scan the QR code on the flyer to secure your spot.