On March 25, twenty-one VHS students participated in the Delaware Valley Olympiada of the Russian Language at Temple University in Philadelphia and brought home 21 medals! Liz Cruz Bautista, Bella Garcia Santiago, Leonardo Gonzalez, Yoselin Gonzalez, Domani King, Christopher Mendoza Perez, Areli Mondragon, Jaylah Moore, Alexis Carrasco, Sheilitza De La Rosa Sanchez, Jorge Flores, Maria Lucas-Olozagaste, Mariia Manannikov, Alondra Rosario Lugo, Sofia Bozhenko, Mykhailo Chernai, Violetta Khmelnytska, Vladimir Manannikov, Alona Moskalets, Davyd Radyvonik, and Anastasiya Serediuk competed according to their levels and a year of study in the Regular, Heritage, and Native Speaker divisions. All students had to perform a broad variety of tasks in three commissions. In Commission 1, Oral Speech, students had to interact with a judge on one of ten scenarios covering topics about themselves, home, family, school, favorite sports, pastime activities, favorite movies, music, weather, etc. In Commission 2, Russian Area Studies, students performed a presentation on Russian geography, landmarks, major cities, music, art, and literature. In Commission 3, Poetry and Narrative, students had to recite a poem in Russian from memory and retell one of the short novels (stories) they read in class. This year, our students won 12 gold, seven silver, and two bronze medals! Vladimir Manannikov won first place in the Heritage Learner division, and Violetta Khmelnytska got the perfect score of 400 points in the Native Speaker division. Besides the joy of winning the competition on various levels and commissions, our students got a wonderful opportunity to gain confidence in their ability to speak Russian, demonstrate familiarity with Russian civilization, acquire a sense of achievement, be recognized for their efforts to master a very challenging language, to interact with students of Russian from other schools, as well as tour the Temple University Student Center. Great performance and excellent presentation of the Russian program at VHS!
At Petway Elementary School the fourth grade students recently embarked on an exciting cross-curricular journey, blending Language Arts and Science in an unforgettable way!
In Language Arts, students read and explored Greek myths, discovering the legendary tales of heroes, gods, and mythical creatures. They then connected these stories to their Science lessons by studying constellations—learning how ancient cultures linked the night sky to their myths.
To bring their learning to life, students stepped inside StarLab, an immersive, portable planetarium. As they traveled through the galaxy, they identified constellations tied to the Greek myths they had studied, seeing firsthand how storytelling and science intertwine.
This hands-on experience deepened their understanding of both literature and astronomy, sparking curiosity and wonder about the stars above. What an incredible way to learn!
Miss Giordano's first-grade class at Petway had a fantastic time participating in Book Madness, an exciting event where students voted on their favorite books they read throughout March using the Bookworms Curriculum. The students read a variety of engaging stories, and each book sparked great discussions and creativity. The entire class learned a lot about the process of voting and how it helps everyone have a voice. After much anticipation and excitement, the votes were tallied, and the winner was “My Brother, Charlie”! "My Brother Charlie," written by Holly Robinson Peete and co-authored with her daughter, Ryan Elizabeth Peete, is a heartfelt and inspiring children's book. It tells the story of a young girl who shares her experiences growing up with her twin brother, Charlie, who has autism. Through the eyes of the sister, readers gain insight into Charlie's unique qualities and challenges. The book emphasizes themes of love, understanding, and acceptance, highlighting how siblings can support each other through life's ups and downs.
Students in Mr. Cresci's 8th grade Accelerated Social Studies classes at Veterans Memorial School worked collaboratively in small groups to create posters to showcase Women's History Month. The students visited the school media center and worked with Media Specialist Mrs. Bermudez to research, format, and create the project. The posters focused on various themes connected to the topic, including "Women Who Changed History" – Highlighting influential women in government, activism, and leadership, "Breaking Barriers" – Focusing on women who were pioneers in politics, law, and civil rights, "Votes for Women" – Celebrating the women’s suffrage movement and key figures and "Women in Government Today" – Featuring current female leaders in the U.S. and worldwide.
ATTENTION ALL 8th GRADE STUDENTS!
8th Grade Moving Up Picture Day is here!! DRESS TO IMPRESS. Picture Day is scheduled for Thursday, April 10, 2025. Please remember to follow the school dress code policy.
ATENCIÓN A TODOS LOS ESTUDIANTES DE 8º GRADO!
Llegó el Día de la Foto de Avance de 8.º Grado. ¡VÍSTETE PARA IMPRESIONAR! El Día de la Foto está programado para el Jueves, 10 de Abril de 2025. Recuerda seguir el código de vestimenta de la escuela.
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ATTENTION ALL WILDCATS!
Picture day is upon us. Spring Picture Day is scheduled for Thursday, April 10, 2025. Feel free to wear your best school appropriate outfit. Please remember to follow the school dress code policy.
ATENCIÓN A TODOS LOS WILDCATS!
El día de las fotos esta cerca. El día de la fotografía de primavera está programado para el Jueves, 10 de Abril, 2025. Los estudiantes pueden usar su mejor atuendo apropiado para la escuela. Recuerde seguir la política del código de vestimenta de la escuela.
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On "Fist Bump Friday," 8th-grade NJHS students from Wallace Middle visited Barse Elementary to spread joy and encouragement! As Barse students arrived at school, they were welcomed with pom poms, upbeat music, bright smiles, and, of course, plenty of fist bumps. It was a fantastic way to kick off the day with positive energy and school spirit!
On Saturday, March 28th, several Vineland High School students from Mrs. Parent's and Mrs. Medio's art classes participated in the Vineland Public Library Foundation Student Art Show. The show was open to all senior high school students in South Jersey.
Several students received awards for their artwork, along with cash prizes. Congrats to all of our talented artists!
"Best-in-Show", Fine Art Painting: "Timeless" by Karina Cortez,
"1st Place", Fine Art Painting: "Next Up: Anxiety" by Alani Hannah
"!st Place", Mixed Media: "Dark Night" by Denise Benitez
"1st Place", Mixed Media: "Abandoned" by Keven Cordero
"Honorable Mentions":
"Here and There" by Isabel Milagros Oliver
Mushroom Dream" by Robin Rodriguez
"Golden Hour" by Katherine Palacios Arias
"Dark Night" by Denise Benitez
"Unduck in a Row" by Elianne Flores Mercado
"Inside the Mind" by Nicholas Gonzalez
Come join the VHS Marching Band this Wednesday, April 2, at Outlaws's Burger Barn and Creamery for some great food and ice cream! The fundraiser will be from 4 to 8 p.m. It is a great time to have dinner out and support our students. Please remember to mention that you are here for the fundraiser when you order. Thank you, and we hope to see you there!
Miss Christina and Miss Sam's class at All Kids First read Pete the Cat last week and celebrated with a pizza party! Students donned aprons and had a blast making their own pizzas. What a great way to end the week!
Mr. McClain's journalism students eagerly gathered in the Dennis Tanner Media Center as they awaited the arrival of a special guest speaker. Michael Biddinger, a seasoned professional from T&F Camera, has graciously agreed to share his expertise on the captivating world of photography. As he began his presentation, the students listened intently, taking in all his wisdom. Mr. Biddinger delved into the intricacies of various photographic forms, from the classic elegance of black and white portraits to the vibrant energy of action shots. He shared insider tips on composition, lighting, and the art of capturing the perfect moment. The students marveled at the stunning examples of Mr. Biddinger's work, each image telling a compelling story and evoking powerful emotions. Michael helped expand their knowledge and helped in providing them with ideas on how to be an amazing storyteller and help them create journalism that truly captivates and informs their readers.
Our Mennies Inclusion Club has been hard at work reviewing the first two weeks of Cole’s Bakery and making improvements to make the shop even more successful! They carefully checked their inventory and decided to stock up on the most popular items—and the doughnuts went fast today!
The staff LOVES this Thursday tradition and the opportunity to support the Inclusion Club. Thank you to everyone who stops by to make this such a special part of our week!
Dallago Preschool would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the New Jersey State Police for joining us at Dallago West for our first-ever Car Seat Check & Giveaway Day!
On Thursday morning, NJ State Police officers arrived with free toys, car seats, and informational packets for families. They generously provided seven car seats to families in need—all of which were given away within the first five minutes!
Families who already had car seats installed were able to have officers inspect them to ensure they were the correct size and properly secured.
It was an incredible and positive event, and we look forward to hosting more in the future!
For families still in need of a car seat, we will be sending out information soon with locations you can visit once a month to receive a car seat or have your current one checked for proper installation.
For more information on car seat safety, please visit njsp.gov.
Fourth-grade students from Sabater Elementary School recently took part in an educational expedition to explore the wetlands and forests of southern Cumberland County. This trip was presented by CU Maurice River, in which the students received environmental education lessons at the Bivalve Center in Port Norris and met a hawk and a screech owl. They also went on a guided walk on a nearby nature trail. Students loved learning about local animals, including seeing an otter's den, the bones of a deer skull, an osprey's nest, and a discarded turtle shell. It was a great day to get outside and enjoy the scenic views!
On Tuesday, March 25, students in the S.H.A.P.E. Club attended a field trip to Woodford Cedar Run Wildlife Refuge. The day began with the students clearing out the resident animals' enclosure area. When they finished, students watched a presentation with two education ambassador animals, "Fabio," the black vulture, and "Phoebe Muffay," the striped skunk. They learned a little about each animal and the circumstances that caused their residency at the refuge. Afterwards, the students participated in a guided tour around the resident enclosure area, learning about each of the animals and wildlife rehabilitation. (Cedar Run Wildlife Refuge is a non-profit wildlife refuge, wildlife rehabilitation hospital and nature center located in Medford, NJ. www.cedarrun.org)
Four students from Vineland Public Schools participated in the Cumberland County School Boards Association's annual 8th-grade Dialogue on March 26 at the Landis Administrative Offices
The 8th Grade Dialogue program recognizes students whose character, determination, school spirit, leadership, and community service have inspired their classmates, teachers, and their community.
One eighth-grade student from each middle school in the county was invited to attend. The students were asked to share their aspirations for the future, what they enjoy most about their hometown, what skills they need to help transition to high school, and to make recommendations on how to improve their respective schools.
Students from Vineland Public Schools selected for the event included Harinanda Santhosh from Pilla Middle School, Isaac Torres from Johnstone Middle School, Jaelah Moore from Wallace Middle School, and Julissa Quiles from Veterans Memorial Middle School.
On Friday, March 21st, Nurse Kelli Donnelly at Veterans Memorial Middle School sponsored the recognition of Word Water Day at the school. This event was held to bring awareness to students and staff of the lack of and need for fresh drinking water in the United States and worldwide. On World Water Day, we recognize the critical role clean water plays in the health and safety of children worldwide. The staff and parents were requested to donate a case of water, and each student received a bottle of water the day of the event. Information concerning healthy water access was provided to all in the morning announcements. Most importantly, awareness of this concern at an early age may spark youth to seek careers in foreign or domestic aid work in this area or to become environmental engineers.
Tonight is opening night for VAMP's production of Frozen Jr. You don't want to miss this amazing show with all the timeless music and characters you love!! This show has family fun for all ages!! Performances are March 27th at 7 pm, March 28th at 7 pm, and March 29th at 2 and 7 pm. Tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for students and are available for purchase at the door! We hope to see you there!
The Vineland High School Jobs for Americas Graduates (JAG) students participated in New Jersey JAG Legislative Day at the NJ State House in Trenton on March 24. The students participated in a tour of the State House and met with NJ politicians to discuss the JAG program.
Come out and support the Vineland High School National Honor Society on April 3!
