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! 💙💛🐾

2 months ago, Sgt. Dominick Pilla Middle School
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Dear Parents/Guardians:

If your child requires medication to be kept in the nurse’s office during the school year, please arrange to drop off the medication and required documentation with the school nurse.

According to New Jersey Law and Vineland Public Schools District policy, a new Medication Consent Form is required for each school year.

Medication Drop-Off Requirements:

The Medication Consent Form must be completed and signed by both the parent/guardian and the student’s primary care provider.
All prescription medications must be in the original pharmacy-labeled container.
Over-the-counter medications require a physician’s order and must remain in their original packaging.
****Controlled substances must be dropped off directly to the school nurse by a parent/guardian with documentation.**** The parent/guardian will be required to sign the medication in with the nurse upon drop-off. This includes Ritalin, Adderall, etc.
Students who are approved by their healthcare provider to self-carry or self-administer medication must have the appropriate documentation on file with the school nurse.
Please visit the district Health Services webpage for the Medication Consent Form and additional health forms:
Vineland Public Schools – Health Services

Additional forms may be required for students with specific medical needs:

Students with asthma must submit an updated Asthma Action Plan.
Students with seizure disorders must submit an updated Seizure Action Plan.
Students with life-threatening allergies must submit an updated Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Emergency Care Plan (FARE form).
Please reach out to me with any questions. I am looking forward to a great school year!

Respectfully,
Saige Morris, School Nurse - BSN, RN
Sgt. Dominick Pilla Middle School
smorris@vineland.org
(856) 691-1801 ext. 3108

2 months ago, Sgt. Dominick Pilla Middle School
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Please see the attached Welcome Back flyer from our school nurse!
2 months ago, Sgt. Dominick Pilla Middle School
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🏁 Gear up for a great cause! 🏁

Join us for Sgt. Dominick Pilla Middle School's 4th Annual Racing Awareness for Dwarfism Car Show! Come out to support our students, celebrate inclusion, and check out some amazing rides.

📅 Date: Saturday, October 10, 2026

⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM (Rain or Shine)

💵 Same Day Registration: $10

What to Expect:

🚗 All makes and models welcome (cars, trucks, motorcycles)

🏆 Awards & Trophies

🔊 Exhaust Competition

🍔 Family fun, food, music, and local vendors

All proceeds from the event directly support our students. Let's drive change and build a more inclusive community together! 💚

📩 Questions or info: Contact Val DeTetta at vdetetta@vineland.org or call 856-691-1801.

#CarShow #DwarfismAwareness #InclusionMatters #investinvineland
2 months ago, Sgt. Dominick Pilla Middle School
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To any 6th grade student or any student new to Pilla, please view our Pathway to Pilla presentation which provides some valuable information for new students (or even a refresher for current students!)
https://bit.ly/3SPEwdE
3 months ago, Sgt. Dominick Pilla Middle School
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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!
3 months ago, Sgt. Dominick Pilla Middle School
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It is my pleasure to welcome our new and returning families to Pilla! We hope you all had an amazing summer and are looking forward to the upcoming school year!
This year we will be continuing our district wide “Portrait of a Graduate” competencies with our students. We are going to emphasize this shared vision of the knowledge, skills, abilities, and behaviors that contribute to a successful individual throughout the building. We will have more information and have further discussions on how we will help your child “paint” their path to success.

Below you will find a link to information that will assist your family in navigating these first few weeks of school. Please mark your calendar for the important upcoming events and review our Student Handbook for information about school expectations, policies and procedures.

Please note that schedules will be available on Parent Portal beginning 8/17/26.

Thank you for your continued support and I look forward to an excellent school year!

Nicole Oshenic
Principal

NEWSLETTER: https://bit.ly/4geNYiw
3 months ago, Sgt. Dominick Pilla Middle School
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Great news! Beginning with the 2026-2027 school year, breakfast and lunch will be free for all Vineland Public Schools students.

No application is required for students to receive free school meals. Families are still encouraged to complete the annual meal application because the information is used to determine eligibility for Summer EBT benefits.

Learn more on our Food Services website: https://www.vineland.org/page/food-service
3 months ago, Vineland Public Schools
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📣 Calling all incoming 6th graders and new Pilla students—your Panther journey begins here! 💛 💙 Mark your calendars for August 24th for our Pathway to Pilla New Student Orientation! 🐾
3 months ago, Sgt. Dominick Pilla Middle School
Pathway to Pilla Flyer
📣 Calling all incoming 6th graders and new Pilla students—your Panther journey begins here! 💛 💙 Mark your calendars for August 24th for our Pathway to Pilla New Student Orientation! 🐾
4 months ago, Meghan Greenfield
Pathway to Pilla Flyer
🎒 Back-to-School Childhood Vaccines 💉

The City of Vineland Health Department is offering childhood vaccines this August for kids without insurance or on Medicaid Plan A!

📍 Where: Vineland Nursing Department (610 E. Montrose St., Suite 1)
📅 When: Select Wednesdays in August (8/5, 8/12, 8/19 by appointment; 8/26 walk-ins only!)
📞 Call to book: 856-744-4000 ext. 4086
📝 Note: Please bring your child’s current shot record!

¡Servicios disponibles en español!
4 months ago, Sgt. Dominick Pilla Middle School
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📣⚽ Sports Physical News 🏑🏈

Are you interested in playing a fall sport next school year?
Middle School - Boys & Girls Soccer ⚽️ and Field Hockey 🏑
9th Grade - All Sports 🏈📣⚽️🏑
✏️ Middle School - Try-outs and practices start the second week of September.

✏️ 9th Grade - Try-outs and practices begin the second week of August. (*Football and Cheer start earlier-contact VHS Athletics for their start dates)

🩺 A Sports Physical is required and may be completed by your doctor or at one of the CompleteCare Mobile Medical Unit dates listed on the attached flyer. See Nurse Saige for the Sports Physical Packets.

📢 If you have completed a Sports Physical Packet previously this school year see Nurse Saige for a ReCert Sports Packet.

❗️Sports Physical Packets will be accepted from June 1 through August 28. All completed Sports Physical Packets must be approved by the VPS District doctor before students may begin practice. Please note, this approval process takes approximately two weeks. To avoid delays, please complete and submit your physical paperwork as soon as possible.

‼️ Please bring completed packets to Nurse Saige from June 1st - 25th . During the summer months (July–August), completed packets should be turned in to the School Nurses at VHS South Building.
4 months ago, Sgt. Dominick Pilla Middle School
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Congratulations to Mrs. Carol Farinaccio, our June Staff Member of the Month! Her dedication, teamwork, and positive spirit make a difference every day in our school community.
We would also like to congratulate her on her retirement! It was an honor to work alongside Carol. She will be missed!
4 months ago, Sgt. Dominick Pilla Middle School
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On Wednesday, June 17th, students from Ms. Armanini’s class, Ms. Colan’s class, Ms. Claire’s class, and Mr. Rosa’s class enjoyed an Ice Cream Social to celebrate a wonderful school year! It was a fun-filled afternoon filled with sweet treats, smiles, and lots of happy memories. 🍦
5 months ago, Sgt. Dominick Pilla Middle School
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A quick reminder from the Principal that tomorrow is the last day of school, and all bookbags should be left at home. Let's celebrate the final day together! 🎉📚
5 months ago, Sgt. Dominick Pilla Middle School
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Please enjoy some photos from our 8th grade dinner dance!
https://bit.ly/4uQ3xlN
5 months ago, Sgt. Dominick Pilla Middle School
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Please enjoy so photos from yesterday's 7th grade awards ceremony by clicking the link below.
https://bit.ly/4uRHIm4
5 months ago, Sgt. Dominick Pilla Middle School
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Please enjoy some pictures from yesterday's 6th grade awards ceremony by clicking the link below:
https://bit.ly/4eJ0UfH
5 months ago, Sgt. Dominick Pilla Middle School
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Please enjoy photos from the 8th grade moving up ceremony at the link below!

https://bit.ly/4vpNKex
5 months ago, Sgt. Dominick Pilla Middle School
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REMINDER:

Dear Parents/Guardians:


If your child took medication daily or on an as-needed basis in the nurse’s office during the school year, please arrange to pick up any remaining medication by the last day of school, June 25, 2026.


According to New Jersey Law and Vineland District policy, no medications are allowed to remain in the nurse's office over the summer. All medicine that is left after June will be disposed of without exception.


Middle/High School- A parent or guardian must pick up all medications except asthma inhalers, Epipens, and Diabetic medications that a primary care provider has approved for self-carry or self-administration.


Our district requires that every parent complete and submit a new Medication Consent form for each school year. Please visit our district website at https://www.vineland.org/o/vps/page/health-services.


Medication Consent form requirements:

The Medication Consent Form must be completed and signed by the parent and student’s primary care provider.

The Medication Consent Form must be presented to the school nurse on the first day of school, September 3, 2026.

All prescribed medication must be in the original bottle with the pharmacy label.


Over the Counter medications also require a physician’s order and must be in original packaging.


Please note:


Over-the-counter medications also require a physician’s order and must be in the original packaging.

Students with asthma must submit an updated Asthma Action Plan.

Students with seizure disorders must submit an updated Seizure Action Plan.

Students with life-threatening allergies must submit an updated Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Emergency Care Plan (FARE form).

5 months ago, Sgt. Dominick Pilla Middle School
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