The Together Cafe, located on the campus of Rowan College of South Jersey, is a joint venture between the ACT Program at RCSJ and the RISE Program in the Vineland Public School District. The Together Cafe has received its first Five-Star Award for Excellence in Food Safety.
The cafe is operated solely by students in the two programs, who run all aspects of the cafe including food preparation, customer service, sanitation, stocking, inventory, cleaning, cash handling, and daily operations. Students work alongside program staff and paraprofessionals to gain meaningful hands-on employment experience in a real-world setting.
This Five-Star Award demonstrates the exceptional effort, teamwork, and commitment to maintaining the highest standards of sanitation and food safety at the Together Cafe during the 2025–2026 school year.
Congratulations to all involved! Your dedication, professionalism, and hard work make us proud every day!
The cafe is operated solely by students in the two programs, who run all aspects of the cafe including food preparation, customer service, sanitation, stocking, inventory, cleaning, cash handling, and daily operations. Students work alongside program staff and paraprofessionals to gain meaningful hands-on employment experience in a real-world setting.
This Five-Star Award demonstrates the exceptional effort, teamwork, and commitment to maintaining the highest standards of sanitation and food safety at the Together Cafe during the 2025–2026 school year.
Congratulations to all involved! Your dedication, professionalism, and hard work make us proud every day!
Registration is now open for Summer Camp at Little Lamb!
Veterans Memorial School staff and administration worked together to get students excited and motivated for NJSLA testing week! With the help of several students, staff members created fun and encouraging posters throughout the school to inspire everyone to do their best on this important assessment. Testing has now been completed for most students, and the posters will remain displayed until all makeup testing is finished. #vmsproud
As a reward for their outstanding commitment to coming to school every day, students with perfect attendance were treated to a memorable class trip aboard the Spirit of Philadelphia. The trip celebrated the dedication and responsibility these students demonstrated throughout the school year.
Students enjoyed an exciting day filled with fun, food, music, and incredible views of the city. Upon boarding the ship, students were treated to a delicious buffet-style meal featuring a variety of foods that everyone could enjoy. After lunch, the celebration continued with interactive games, laughter, and entertainment throughout the cruise.
One of the highlights of the trip was the live DJ, who kept the energy high as students danced and enjoyed time with their classmates. The atmosphere on the ship was filled with positivity, excitement, and school spirit as students celebrated their achievement together.
As the ship traveled along the water, students also had the opportunity to take in the breathtaking sights of the beautiful Philadelphia skyline. The scenic views created the perfect backdrop for a day that many students will remember for years to come.
The Perfect Attendance Trip was not only a reward, but also a reminder of the importance of dedication, responsibility, and showing up each day ready to learn. We are incredibly proud of our students for their commitment and look forward to celebrating even more successes in the future.
Students enjoyed an exciting day filled with fun, food, music, and incredible views of the city. Upon boarding the ship, students were treated to a delicious buffet-style meal featuring a variety of foods that everyone could enjoy. After lunch, the celebration continued with interactive games, laughter, and entertainment throughout the cruise.
One of the highlights of the trip was the live DJ, who kept the energy high as students danced and enjoyed time with their classmates. The atmosphere on the ship was filled with positivity, excitement, and school spirit as students celebrated their achievement together.
As the ship traveled along the water, students also had the opportunity to take in the breathtaking sights of the beautiful Philadelphia skyline. The scenic views created the perfect backdrop for a day that many students will remember for years to come.
The Perfect Attendance Trip was not only a reward, but also a reminder of the importance of dedication, responsibility, and showing up each day ready to learn. We are incredibly proud of our students for their commitment and look forward to celebrating even more successes in the future.
Ms. Giblin and Miss Passetti’s third-grade class at Durand Elementary School has been diligently working on a research project about planets. Each student was able to choose a planet and a partner to begin their research. The students were excited to go “old school” by using books from the classroom library to begin their research. They were then able to use various sources on their Chromebooks to continue this project. They wrote several paragraphs about features, location, weather, temperature and several fun facts about their planet. The authors collected this information into a book complete with a table of contents, illustrations and a glossary. Once their project was completed, they read it to their parents on their ClassDojo. The students used their STEM boxes to build a model of their planet using Legos, pattern blocks, unicubes, hashtags, and other items. They were then paired with a different partner to compare and contrast their planets, using a Venn diagram. After that, they created a model of their planet with a partner. To wrap up the research project, they decorated cookies to look like the “sweet planets” and watched a Magic School Bus movie, “Lost in Space”. The planet party was out of this world!!
Please join us tomorrow for the annual District Elementary Band Concert!
Stay connected with everything happening at the Vineland Public Library with the May 2026 edition of the VPL Gazette!
Click the link below to read this month’s edition and explore upcoming programs, events, resources, and more for all ages.
May 2026 VPL Gazette - https://tinyurl.com/VPLGazetteMay2026
Be sure to share the Gazette with family and friends and encourage them to pass it along as well. Questions, comments, concerns, or suggestions can be sent to vplgazette@vinelandpubliclibrary.org.
We appreciate the opportunity to connect with our community through the Gazette and look forward to seeing you at the library!
Click the link below to read this month’s edition and explore upcoming programs, events, resources, and more for all ages.
May 2026 VPL Gazette - https://tinyurl.com/VPLGazetteMay2026
Be sure to share the Gazette with family and friends and encourage them to pass it along as well. Questions, comments, concerns, or suggestions can be sent to vplgazette@vinelandpubliclibrary.org.
We appreciate the opportunity to connect with our community through the Gazette and look forward to seeing you at the library!
The Greater Vineland Chamber of Commerce is teeing up for its 36th Annual Golf Tournament on Thursday, July 16th, 2026, at Buena Vista Country Club.
Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. with a 9:30 a.m. start. This all-inclusive event is $175 per person and welcomes single golfers as well.
Join fellow community members and business professionals for a great day on the course while celebrating America’s 250th birthday. Participants are encouraged to wear red, white, and blue for this patriotic event. Scan the QR code on the flyer to register and secure your spot today.
Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. with a 9:30 a.m. start. This all-inclusive event is $175 per person and welcomes single golfers as well.
Join fellow community members and business professionals for a great day on the course while celebrating America’s 250th birthday. Participants are encouraged to wear red, white, and blue for this patriotic event. Scan the QR code on the flyer to register and secure your spot today.
Join the Vineland Historical Society, Greater Vineland Chamber of Commerce, and the Rotary Club of Vineland for “Flags & Flowers,” a special community event honoring 250 years of America on June 14 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Vineland Historical Society Museum, located at 108 S. 7th Street in Vineland.
This free event will feature live music, historic reenactors, museum tours, patriotic goodies, and free flags and flowers to plant at home. Guests are encouraged to wear red, white, and blue as the community comes together for an afternoon of history, patriotism, and celebration.
This free event will feature live music, historic reenactors, museum tours, patriotic goodies, and free flags and flowers to plant at home. Guests are encouraged to wear red, white, and blue as the community comes together for an afternoon of history, patriotism, and celebration.
Join us for the 2026 District Art Show on May 19th from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Vineland Board of Education, located at 61 W. Landis Avenue.
Student artwork from Johnstone Middle School, Pilla Middle School, Wallace Middle School, Memorial Middle School, and Vineland High Schools will be on display as we celebrate the creativity and talent of our students throughout the district.
We hope to see you there for an evening of art and community!
Student artwork from Johnstone Middle School, Pilla Middle School, Wallace Middle School, Memorial Middle School, and Vineland High Schools will be on display as we celebrate the creativity and talent of our students throughout the district.
We hope to see you there for an evening of art and community!
Don’t miss the 2026 Spring Dance Concert on June 4th at 7 p.m. in the VHS Asselta Theatre!
Our talented student dancers are ready to take the stage for an exciting evening filled with energy, creativity, and incredible performances that showcase all of their hard work throughout the year.
General admission tickets are $5, and we hope to see you there supporting our students.
Our talented student dancers are ready to take the stage for an exciting evening filled with energy, creativity, and incredible performances that showcase all of their hard work throughout the year.
General admission tickets are $5, and we hope to see you there supporting our students.
Spring is here, and Vineland FFA is excited to announce its upcoming Plant Sale!
Our FFA members have been hard at work growing, transplanting, and caring for a wide variety of flowers, herbs, vegetables, patio tomatoes, and more inside the VHS greenhouse. There’s something for everyone this season.
An exclusive pre-sale for VPS staff only will take place on Friday, May 15 from 8:00 AM–1:00 PM. The sale will then open to the public on Saturday, May 16 from 8:00 AM–12:00 PM.
Plants range in price from $2–$10, and cash only will be accepted. All proceeds help support FFA competitions, leadership development opportunities, student activities, and transportation for our members.
Thank you for supporting our students and agricultural education programs. We look forward to seeing you at the greenhouse and celebrating another successful season for Vineland FFA!
Our FFA members have been hard at work growing, transplanting, and caring for a wide variety of flowers, herbs, vegetables, patio tomatoes, and more inside the VHS greenhouse. There’s something for everyone this season.
An exclusive pre-sale for VPS staff only will take place on Friday, May 15 from 8:00 AM–1:00 PM. The sale will then open to the public on Saturday, May 16 from 8:00 AM–12:00 PM.
Plants range in price from $2–$10, and cash only will be accepted. All proceeds help support FFA competitions, leadership development opportunities, student activities, and transportation for our members.
Thank you for supporting our students and agricultural education programs. We look forward to seeing you at the greenhouse and celebrating another successful season for Vineland FFA!
A huge THANK YOU to Allen Associates for their continued support and generous donation to Vineland High School Project Graduation Night! 🎓
We are incredibly grateful for your contribution and commitment to helping provide our graduates with a safe, fun, and memorable celebration. Your generosity helps make this special night possible for our students and creates lasting memories for the Class of 2026.
Thank you for supporting our graduates and our community!
— VHS Administration & Class of 2026
We are incredibly grateful for your contribution and commitment to helping provide our graduates with a safe, fun, and memorable celebration. Your generosity helps make this special night possible for our students and creates lasting memories for the Class of 2026.
Thank you for supporting our graduates and our community!
— VHS Administration & Class of 2026
Main Street Vineland/VDID is looking for creative and motivated young adults (18+) interested in social media marketing, content creation, photography/video, and community engagement for a hands-on summer volunteer internship opportunity.
They’re building a small creative team of 2–3 individuals to help spotlight downtown events, local businesses, and the people that make the community unique through engaging social media content. This is a great opportunity for anyone looking to gain real-world experience in marketing, branding, content strategy, and digital storytelling while building their portfolio and developing professional skills in a collaborative environment.
Participants will have the chance to take ownership of creative projects, contribute ideas, and regularly publish content across their platforms while making a direct impact in the community.
They’re building a small creative team of 2–3 individuals to help spotlight downtown events, local businesses, and the people that make the community unique through engaging social media content. This is a great opportunity for anyone looking to gain real-world experience in marketing, branding, content strategy, and digital storytelling while building their portfolio and developing professional skills in a collaborative environment.
Participants will have the chance to take ownership of creative projects, contribute ideas, and regularly publish content across their platforms while making a direct impact in the community.
Vineland Public Schools is proud to support one of our very own young learners!
Meet Jackson, a 7-year-old from Vineland with a passion for wildlife and nature. He loves catching insects, researching reptiles, and exploring the outdoors. Jackson dreams of becoming a wildlife biologist one day and is excited to grow a monarch butterfly garden with his Pop Pop this summer.
We are excited to share that Jackson has now advanced to the Quarterfinals in the Junior Ranger contest! The competition gives young nature enthusiasts the opportunity to win an experience with Jeff Corwin, along with $20,000 and a feature in Ranger Rick. The experience is sponsored through the Junior Ranger organization in partnership with Ranger Rick, Hipcamp , and the National Wildlife Federation.
The voting window is now open, and supporters can vote EVERY DAY as Jackson continues his journey through the competition rounds. Voting for the Quarterfinal round ends on May 21 at 7 p.m.
Please consider supporting Jackson by voting below:
https://jr-ranger.org/2026/jackson-9ef7
Thank you for your support!
Meet Jackson, a 7-year-old from Vineland with a passion for wildlife and nature. He loves catching insects, researching reptiles, and exploring the outdoors. Jackson dreams of becoming a wildlife biologist one day and is excited to grow a monarch butterfly garden with his Pop Pop this summer.
We are excited to share that Jackson has now advanced to the Quarterfinals in the Junior Ranger contest! The competition gives young nature enthusiasts the opportunity to win an experience with Jeff Corwin, along with $20,000 and a feature in Ranger Rick. The experience is sponsored through the Junior Ranger organization in partnership with Ranger Rick, Hipcamp , and the National Wildlife Federation.
The voting window is now open, and supporters can vote EVERY DAY as Jackson continues his journey through the competition rounds. Voting for the Quarterfinal round ends on May 21 at 7 p.m.
Please consider supporting Jackson by voting below:
https://jr-ranger.org/2026/jackson-9ef7
Thank you for your support!
Stay connected with everything happening at the Vineland Public Library with the May 2026 edition of the VPL Gazette!
Click the link below to read this month’s edition and explore upcoming programs, events, resources, and more for all ages.
May 2026 VPL Gazette - https://tinyurl.com/VPLGazetteMay2026
Be sure to share the Gazette with family and friends and encourage them to pass it along as well. Questions, comments, concerns, or suggestions can be sent to vplgazette@vinelandpubliclibrary.org.
We appreciate the opportunity to connect with our community through the Gazette and look forward to seeing you at the library!
Click the link below to read this month’s edition and explore upcoming programs, events, resources, and more for all ages.
May 2026 VPL Gazette - https://tinyurl.com/VPLGazetteMay2026
Be sure to share the Gazette with family and friends and encourage them to pass it along as well. Questions, comments, concerns, or suggestions can be sent to vplgazette@vinelandpubliclibrary.org.
We appreciate the opportunity to connect with our community through the Gazette and look forward to seeing you at the library!
To all the incredible teachers of Vineland Public Schools, thank you for everything you do for our students and our community. Your dedication, compassion, and commitment reach far beyond the classroom, shaping lives in meaningful and lasting ways.
You nurture minds, inspire dreams, and help shape the future every single day. Because of you, our students grow, achieve, and believe in themselves.
Your impact matters. Your work matters. You matter. Thank you.
You nurture minds, inspire dreams, and help shape the future every single day. Because of you, our students grow, achieve, and believe in themselves.
Your impact matters. Your work matters. You matter. Thank you.
The South Jersey Band and Orchestra Directors’ Association (SJBODA) hosts an annual Elementary Honors Band Festival for students across South Jersey. The All South Jersey Elementary Honors Band is open to students in grades 4–6 and is a one-day event, a morning rehearsal followed by an afternoon performance.
Musicians are selected by their sponsoring music teacher, Vineland District Elementary Band Teacher, Rebecca Allen. Students prepare their music in advance through both school instruction and home practice. On the day of the festival, they work with a guest conductor to refine their performance, build friendships, and enjoy a rewarding musical experience.
Congrats to these young musicians!
Festival Date: May 2, 2026
Location: Absegami High School
Student Nominees:
Luca Danis, saxophone (Barse)
Yanelsie Mercado, trombone (Barse)
Eli Lopez, clarinet (Barse)
Adeline Weber, flute (D’Ippolito)
Isabelle Cruz, flute (Durand)
Carlos Rivera Rosario, percussion (Durand)
Rylee Hampton, saxophone (Mennies)
Jesus Hernandez, clarinet (Mennies)
Jeremiah Maldonado, saxophone (Petway)
Carlo Drogo, percussion (Rossi)
Mary Sakhan, clarinet (Rossi)
Timothy Shapovolov, saxophone (Rossi)
Wesley Camerieri, trumpet (Winslow)
Henry Sachetti, trumpet (Winslow)
Mikayla Tirrell, flute (Winslow)
Musicians are selected by their sponsoring music teacher, Vineland District Elementary Band Teacher, Rebecca Allen. Students prepare their music in advance through both school instruction and home practice. On the day of the festival, they work with a guest conductor to refine their performance, build friendships, and enjoy a rewarding musical experience.
Congrats to these young musicians!
Festival Date: May 2, 2026
Location: Absegami High School
Student Nominees:
Luca Danis, saxophone (Barse)
Yanelsie Mercado, trombone (Barse)
Eli Lopez, clarinet (Barse)
Adeline Weber, flute (D’Ippolito)
Isabelle Cruz, flute (Durand)
Carlos Rivera Rosario, percussion (Durand)
Rylee Hampton, saxophone (Mennies)
Jesus Hernandez, clarinet (Mennies)
Jeremiah Maldonado, saxophone (Petway)
Carlo Drogo, percussion (Rossi)
Mary Sakhan, clarinet (Rossi)
Timothy Shapovolov, saxophone (Rossi)
Wesley Camerieri, trumpet (Winslow)
Henry Sachetti, trumpet (Winslow)
Mikayla Tirrell, flute (Winslow)
Recently, our district’s Assistant Principals gathered at the Landis Administrative Building alongside Interim Superintendent Dr. Thomas P. McCann, School Safety Specialist Leonard Wolf, and members of the Vineland Police Department for an important collaborative meeting focused on school safety.
Discussions included ongoing safety policies and procedures, emergency coordination, gang awareness initiatives, and continued efforts to strengthen communication between our schools and local law enforcement. This partnership plays a critical role in ensuring a safe and supportive environment for all students and staff.
A unique highlight from the event: thanks to research by the Vineland High School Historical Club, we learned this was the first time a group photo of Vineland School District Assistant Principals has ever been taken.
We are proud of the continued collaboration between Vineland Public Schools and the Vineland Police Department as we work together to keep our community safe.
Discussions included ongoing safety policies and procedures, emergency coordination, gang awareness initiatives, and continued efforts to strengthen communication between our schools and local law enforcement. This partnership plays a critical role in ensuring a safe and supportive environment for all students and staff.
A unique highlight from the event: thanks to research by the Vineland High School Historical Club, we learned this was the first time a group photo of Vineland School District Assistant Principals has ever been taken.
We are proud of the continued collaboration between Vineland Public Schools and the Vineland Police Department as we work together to keep our community safe.
Students in Mrs. DeLouise’s math class at Veterans Memorial competed to memorize the digits of pi. Congratulations to all who participated! Kasara Crespo successfully memorized 51 digits, Iveth Perez Perez memorized 88 digits, and Jason Reyes-Villa amazed everyone by memorizing a whopping 557 digits! What an incredible display of hard work, focus, and mathematical skill!
