🎃👻 PILLA PTO PRESENTS: HALLOWEEN COSTUME PARTY! 👻🎃
Get ready for a night of spooky fun at Pilla! 🕷️🦇
📅 Thursday, October 29, 2026
⏰ 5:30–7:30 PM
💰 Tickets: $5.00
🧙♀️ BEST COSTUME CONTEST! 🧛♂️
Costumes are encouraged but not required! All clothing and costumes must be school appropriate. No weapons or masks are permitted.
🎟️ Tickets will be sold during lunch:
• Monday, 10/26
• Tuesday, 10/27
• Wednesday, 10/28
⚠️ A signed permission slip is required to purchase a ticket. Tickets will NOT be sold at the door.
🍕 Food and drinks will be available for purchase!
🧑🏫 CHAPERONES NEEDED!
Interested in volunteering? Please contact the Main Office at 856-691-1801 by Wednesday, October 27, 2026.
Can't volunteer but still want to help? Consider donating items from our Halloween Party Wish List! 🎃
🔗 https://tinyurl.com/2u5jfuzu
🕸️ Come dressed to impress, enjoy some spooky fun, and celebrate Halloween with your Pilla friends! 🕸️
#PillaPTO #PillaMiddleSchool #HalloweenParty #PillaPanthers #SpookySeason 🎃💙💛
Get ready for a night of spooky fun at Pilla! 🕷️🦇
📅 Thursday, October 29, 2026
⏰ 5:30–7:30 PM
💰 Tickets: $5.00
🧙♀️ BEST COSTUME CONTEST! 🧛♂️
Costumes are encouraged but not required! All clothing and costumes must be school appropriate. No weapons or masks are permitted.
🎟️ Tickets will be sold during lunch:
• Monday, 10/26
• Tuesday, 10/27
• Wednesday, 10/28
⚠️ A signed permission slip is required to purchase a ticket. Tickets will NOT be sold at the door.
🍕 Food and drinks will be available for purchase!
🧑🏫 CHAPERONES NEEDED!
Interested in volunteering? Please contact the Main Office at 856-691-1801 by Wednesday, October 27, 2026.
Can't volunteer but still want to help? Consider donating items from our Halloween Party Wish List! 🎃
🔗 https://tinyurl.com/2u5jfuzu
🕸️ Come dressed to impress, enjoy some spooky fun, and celebrate Halloween with your Pilla friends! 🕸️
#PillaPTO #PillaMiddleSchool #HalloweenParty #PillaPanthers #SpookySeason 🎃💙💛
World Day of Bullying Prevention / Blue Shirt Day (October 5, 2026)
💙 Wear Blue. Stand Together. Choose Kindness.
On October 5th, the Pilla Panthers are recognizing World Day of Bullying Prevention by wearing blue to show our commitment to creating a safe, welcoming, and inclusive school for all.
Every act of kindness helps strengthen our Panther community. Thank you to our students, staff, and families for helping make Pilla a place where everyone belongs.
#PillaPanthers #BlueShirtDay #BullyingPrevention #ChooseKindness #PantherPride
💙 Wear Blue. Stand Together. Choose Kindness.
On October 5th, the Pilla Panthers are recognizing World Day of Bullying Prevention by wearing blue to show our commitment to creating a safe, welcoming, and inclusive school for all.
Every act of kindness helps strengthen our Panther community. Thank you to our students, staff, and families for helping make Pilla a place where everyone belongs.
#PillaPanthers #BlueShirtDay #BullyingPrevention #ChooseKindness #PantherPride
Please view Pilla's October Parent Newsletter by clicking or typing the link below.
https://canva.link/2026-pilla-october-parent-newsletter
🩵 October is National Bullying Prevention Month
At Sgt. Dominick Pilla Middle School, we are committed to creating a school where every student feels safe, respected, and valued.
Throughout October, we encourage our students to choose kindness, show empathy, include others, and speak up when they see someone in need of support. Small acts of kindness can make a lasting impact and help build a positive school culture for everyone.
Together, we can make a difference by:
💙 Including others
💙 Using kind words
💙 Standing up for what's right
💙 Treating everyone with respect.
#PillaPanthers #BullyingPreventionMonth #ChooseKindness #PantherPride #TogetherWeThrive
At Sgt. Dominick Pilla Middle School, we are committed to creating a school where every student feels safe, respected, and valued.
Throughout October, we encourage our students to choose kindness, show empathy, include others, and speak up when they see someone in need of support. Small acts of kindness can make a lasting impact and help build a positive school culture for everyone.
Together, we can make a difference by:
💙 Including others
💙 Using kind words
💙 Standing up for what's right
💙 Treating everyone with respect.
#PillaPanthers #BullyingPreventionMonth #ChooseKindness #PantherPride #TogetherWeThrive
Reminder! Pilla Student Picture Days Oct 1 & 2
Dear Pilla Families,
Student Picture Day is coming up on Thursday, October 1st and Friday, October 2nd. Students will have their pictures taken during their Social Studies class according to the attached schedule.
Please remind your child to check the schedule to see which day they will have their picture taken:
Thursday, October 1st: Ms. Bailey, Mrs. Petrini, and Mr. Marino’s classes
Friday, October 2nd: Mr. McKenna, Mr. Walker, and Mr. Hughes’ classes
Students may dress out of uniform for Picture Day, but they must continue to follow the school’s dress code.
Thank you, and we look forward to a great Picture Day!
Dear Pilla Families,
Student Picture Day is coming up on Thursday, October 1st and Friday, October 2nd. Students will have their pictures taken during their Social Studies class according to the attached schedule.
Please remind your child to check the schedule to see which day they will have their picture taken:
Thursday, October 1st: Ms. Bailey, Mrs. Petrini, and Mr. Marino’s classes
Friday, October 2nd: Mr. McKenna, Mr. Walker, and Mr. Hughes’ classes
Students may dress out of uniform for Picture Day, but they must continue to follow the school’s dress code.
Thank you, and we look forward to a great Picture Day!
Student Picture Day is coming up on Thursday, October 1st and Friday, October 2nd. Students will have their pictures taken during their Social Studies class according to the attached schedule.
Please remind your child to check the schedule to see which day they will have their picture taken:
Thursday, October 1st: Ms. Bailey, Mrs. Petrini, and Mr. Marino’s classes
Friday, October 2nd: Mr. McKenna, Mr. Walker, and Mr. Hughes’ classes
Students may dress out of uniform for Picture Day, but they must continue to follow the school’s dress code.
Thank you, and we look forward to a great Picture Day!
🛡️💙 National Security Guard Appreciation Week! 💙🛡️
This week, we celebrate and recognize our amazing Pilla Middle School Security Guards!
Thank you for being a welcoming face each day, helping keep our students and staff safe, and creating a secure environment where everyone can learn, grow, and thrive. Your dedication, professionalism, and commitment to our Pilla community do not go unnoticed!
We are so grateful for everything you do each and every day. Thank you for protecting, supporting, and caring for our Pilla family! 💙
👏 Help us show our Pilla Security Guards some appreciation this week! 👏
This week, we celebrate and recognize our amazing Pilla Middle School Security Guards!
Thank you for being a welcoming face each day, helping keep our students and staff safe, and creating a secure environment where everyone can learn, grow, and thrive. Your dedication, professionalism, and commitment to our Pilla community do not go unnoticed!
We are so grateful for everything you do each and every day. Thank you for protecting, supporting, and caring for our Pilla family! 💙
👏 Help us show our Pilla Security Guards some appreciation this week! 👏
💙💛What a fantastic turnout! 🌟
A huge thank you to all the parents and students who came out for Pilla’s Back to School Night and Resource Fair on Monday evening. It was wonderful seeing our school community come together!
We also extend a special thank you to our incredible community partners who shared valuable resources with our families:
City of Vineland Engineering Department
City of Vineland Health Department
Big Brothers Big Sisters
Yi's Karate
Cumberland County Prosecutor's Office
Gateway Wellness
NJ4S
💙💛Swipe through to see some highlights from the night! 📸👇
A huge thank you to all the parents and students who came out for Pilla’s Back to School Night and Resource Fair on Monday evening. It was wonderful seeing our school community come together!
We also extend a special thank you to our incredible community partners who shared valuable resources with our families:
City of Vineland Engineering Department
City of Vineland Health Department
Big Brothers Big Sisters
Yi's Karate
Cumberland County Prosecutor's Office
Gateway Wellness
NJ4S
💙💛Swipe through to see some highlights from the night! 📸👇
📸 Save the Date! 📸
Pilla Picture Day is coming up on Thursday, October 1st and Friday, October 2nd! Photos will be taken by T&F Camera.
Keep an eye out for a detailed schedule sent home as the dates get closer. Get those smiles ready! 😁✨ #PillaProud #PictureDay #SaveTheDate
Pilla Picture Day is coming up on Thursday, October 1st and Friday, October 2nd! Photos will be taken by T&F Camera.
Keep an eye out for a detailed schedule sent home as the dates get closer. Get those smiles ready! 😁✨ #PillaProud #PictureDay #SaveTheDate
First PTO Meeting of the Year!
Please join us via Google Meet at 6pm. Everyone is welcome!
https://meet.google.com/kdg-bduw-bzv
Last week, Ms Armanini’s class practiced healthy habits! 🍓🍇🍍
To wrap up the week, students made their own fruit kebabs! Each student had the opportunity to wash their fruit, prepare it, add it to a skewer, and of course, enjoy their delicious creation! 🍎🍌🍓
Such a fun and tasty way to practice healthy choices and independence! 💛
To wrap up the week, students made their own fruit kebabs! Each student had the opportunity to wash their fruit, prepare it, add it to a skewer, and of course, enjoy their delicious creation! 🍎🍌🍓
Such a fun and tasty way to practice healthy choices and independence! 💛
💻 Happy National IT Professionals Day! (September 15, 2026)
Today we recognize the incredible technology professionals who keep Sgt. Dominick Pilla Middle School connected, secure, and running smoothly every day.
Whether they're troubleshooting devices, maintaining our network, supporting classrooms, or solving unexpected technology challenges, their expertise helps ensure that teaching and learning continue without interruption.
Thank you for everything you do behind the scenes to support our students, staff, and families. We appreciate your dedication, patience, and commitment to helping our school succeed.
💙💛 Happy National IT Professionals Day!
#PillaPanthers #ThankYou #ITProfessionalsDay #TechnologyInEducation #VinelandPublicSchools
Today we recognize the incredible technology professionals who keep Sgt. Dominick Pilla Middle School connected, secure, and running smoothly every day.
Whether they're troubleshooting devices, maintaining our network, supporting classrooms, or solving unexpected technology challenges, their expertise helps ensure that teaching and learning continue without interruption.
Thank you for everything you do behind the scenes to support our students, staff, and families. We appreciate your dedication, patience, and commitment to helping our school succeed.
💙💛 Happy National IT Professionals Day!
#PillaPanthers #ThankYou #ITProfessionalsDay #TechnologyInEducation #VinelandPublicSchools
🎉 Happy Hispanic Heritage Month! (September 15 - October 15, 2026)
From September 15 through October 15, Sgt. Dominick Pilla Middle School proudly celebrates the rich histories, cultures, traditions, and countless contributions of Hispanic and Latino communities.
This month provides an opportunity for our students and staff to learn from one another, honor diverse perspectives, and celebrate the many ways Hispanic heritage enriches our school and our community.
Together, we continue building a school where every student feels valued, respected, and empowered to succeed.
💙💛 Happy Hispanic Heritage Month!
#PillaPanthers #HispanicHeritageMonth #CelebrateCulture #PantherPride #StrongerTogether
From September 15 through October 15, Sgt. Dominick Pilla Middle School proudly celebrates the rich histories, cultures, traditions, and countless contributions of Hispanic and Latino communities.
This month provides an opportunity for our students and staff to learn from one another, honor diverse perspectives, and celebrate the many ways Hispanic heritage enriches our school and our community.
Together, we continue building a school where every student feels valued, respected, and empowered to succeed.
💙💛 Happy Hispanic Heritage Month!
#PillaPanthers #HispanicHeritageMonth #CelebrateCulture #PantherPride #StrongerTogether
Don't forget, Pilla families! 🐾
Join us TONIGHT for Back to School Night from 6:00 – 7:30 PM! Come meet your student's teachers, explore the classrooms, and kick off an exciting new school year together.
Bonus Event: Arrive early at 5:30 PM for our Family Resource Fair & Annual Title I Meeting in the school library.
We can't wait to see you there! 🎓✨
Good afternoon Pilla Parents. This upcoming week, students will be doing iReady Diagnostic testing. Please make sure that students charge their chromebooks and bring them to school each day this week. We do not have any devices for students to borrow. Thank you for your help!
Students used time during their mascot period in Mrs. Vaneman’s class to discuss the impact of September 11, 2001 and came up with statements to encourage national unity. 🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲
Parents and Guardians, please feel free to come on out to this FREE event! If you know of a business or vendor that would like to participate, please have them contact Mrs DeTetta! We are also taking donations for our Basket Raffle if you are interested in donating please contact Mrs DeTetta at vdetetta@vineland.org.
The Pilla Apparel Store is now open!!
https://pillamsapparel.itemorder.com/shop/sale/
Note: Sale begins now and ends September 16th with a projected delivery in mid to late October.
Reminder: VPS & Pilla Apparel can be worn any day of the week!
https://pillamsapparel.itemorder.com/shop/sale/
Note: Sale begins now and ends September 16th with a projected delivery in mid to late October.
Reminder: VPS & Pilla Apparel can be worn any day of the week!
Mark your calendars, Pilla families! 🐾
Join us for Back to School Night on September 14 from 6:00 – 7:30 PM! Come meet your student's teachers, explore the classrooms, and kick off an exciting new school year together.
Bonus Event: Arrive early at 5:30 PM for our Family Resource Fair & Annual Title I Meeting in the school library.
We can't wait to see you there! 🎓✨
Join us for Back to School Night on September 14 from 6:00 – 7:30 PM! Come meet your student's teachers, explore the classrooms, and kick off an exciting new school year together.
Bonus Event: Arrive early at 5:30 PM for our Family Resource Fair & Annual Title I Meeting in the school library.
We can't wait to see you there! 🎓✨
MESSAGE FROM THE PRINCIPAL:
🎉 Welcome back, Pilla families! We are so excited to welcome our students back and begin a wonderful new school year together! 💙💛
As we begin the year, we want to remind families that we strictly follow the district dress code. If students are in violation of the dress code policy, we will be calling them down to the office to address the issue. Please review the full policy here: District Uniform/Dress Code Policy
A few important reminders:
• Denim is permitted, but may not have images, paint, rips, tears, or frays.
• Pants: Black, khaki, or gray in a solid, single color.
• Skirts/shorts: Black, khaki, or gray in a solid, single color and at least mid-thigh in length.
• Tops: White, black, gray, or red in a solid, single color. Brand logos only, no graphics.
• Hooded sweaters/sweatshirts: Red, black, gray, or white. Brand logos only, no graphics.
• Footwear: Closed-toed shoes only. No sandals, slides, or flip-flops.
Thank you for helping us start the year strong and ensuring our students are ready to learn each day! 💙💛🐾
🎉 Welcome back, Pilla families! We are so excited to welcome our students back and begin a wonderful new school year together! 💙💛
As we begin the year, we want to remind families that we strictly follow the district dress code. If students are in violation of the dress code policy, we will be calling them down to the office to address the issue. Please review the full policy here: District Uniform/Dress Code Policy
A few important reminders:
• Denim is permitted, but may not have images, paint, rips, tears, or frays.
• Pants: Black, khaki, or gray in a solid, single color.
• Skirts/shorts: Black, khaki, or gray in a solid, single color and at least mid-thigh in length.
• Tops: White, black, gray, or red in a solid, single color. Brand logos only, no graphics.
• Hooded sweaters/sweatshirts: Red, black, gray, or white. Brand logos only, no graphics.
• Footwear: Closed-toed shoes only. No sandals, slides, or flip-flops.
Thank you for helping us start the year strong and ensuring our students are ready to learn each day! 💙💛🐾
