What an incredible night at the 2nd Annual PLTW Races! 🏎️💨
Our 6th, 7th, and 8th graders brought their A-game to Sgt. Dominick Pilla Middle School last night. From precision building to high-speed air skimmer heats, the energy was electric!
A massive thank you to the Vineland Education Association (VEA) for the grant that made this evening of pizza, STEM, and friendly competition possible. Congratulations to all our top racers! 🏆
Check out some of the highlights below! 👇
Our 6th, 7th, and 8th graders brought their A-game to Sgt. Dominick Pilla Middle School last night. From precision building to high-speed air skimmer heats, the energy was electric!
A massive thank you to the Vineland Education Association (VEA) for the grant that made this evening of pizza, STEM, and friendly competition possible. Congratulations to all our top racers! 🏆
Check out some of the highlights below! 👇
Congratulations to Mr. Fernando Rosa, our February Staff Member of the Month! His dedication, teamwork, and positive spirit make a difference every day in our school community.
Ready for a night of infinite fun? Sgt. Dominick Pilla Middle School invites you to a FREE celebration packed with circles, crafts, and—of course—crust!
Event Details
When: March 16th | 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Where: Pilla Middle School
What’s Included: Circle-themed games, prizes, creative activities, FREE pizza, and refreshments!
Don’t Miss Out!
To ensure we have enough pizza for everyone, please RSVP by March 15th.
👉 How to Register: Scan the QR code on the flyer or click the link below to sign up today. https://bit.ly/3N3nqpM
We can't wait to see you there—don't be a square!
Event Details
When: March 16th | 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Where: Pilla Middle School
What’s Included: Circle-themed games, prizes, creative activities, FREE pizza, and refreshments!
Don’t Miss Out!
To ensure we have enough pizza for everyone, please RSVP by March 15th.
👉 How to Register: Scan the QR code on the flyer or click the link below to sign up today. https://bit.ly/3N3nqpM
We can't wait to see you there—don't be a square!
Pilla PGC peer mentors led a Family Night event last week to celebrate their work as mentors this year. In PGC, eighth grade mentors work with small groups of sixth graders throughout the school year to help them build skills needed for success in middle school.
After dinner and some icebreakers, parents, siblings, and teachers joined in an outreach together with their students that was designed to encourage communication and understanding. We are so proud of our eighth grade mentors and sixth grade participants!
After dinner and some icebreakers, parents, siblings, and teachers joined in an outreach together with their students that was designed to encourage communication and understanding. We are so proud of our eighth grade mentors and sixth grade participants!
Please view the following flyers from the Vineland Public Library for events that your student may be interested in.
Ready to build, race, and win? 🏎️💨
The 2nd Annual PLTW Races are back at Pilla Middle School! If you’re a 6th, 7th, or 8th grader who loves a challenge (and free pizza), this is the event for you. Come build your own air skimmer and see if you have what it takes to bring home a prize!
📍 The Details:
When: Thursday, February 26, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Where: Sgt. Dominick Pilla Middle School
Who: All 6th, 7th, and 8th Grade Students
🍕 Why You Should Come:
Build & Race: Design your own air skimmers and compete for the top spot.
Prizes: We’ve got rewards for the fastest racers!
Free Food: Pizza will be provided to keep the engineers fueled up.
VEA Sponsored: This is a Grant Funded event by the Vineland Education Association.
📲 How to Join:
Spaces fill up fast! Scan the QR code on the flyer to sign up and secure your spot on the starting line. Or follow this link: https://forms.gle/jeQAmUVMoQFtyi9n8
#PillaMiddleSchool #PLTWRaces #STEM #AirSkimmers #VinelandEducationAssociation #StudentEngineers #RaceDay
The 2nd Annual PLTW Races are back at Pilla Middle School! If you’re a 6th, 7th, or 8th grader who loves a challenge (and free pizza), this is the event for you. Come build your own air skimmer and see if you have what it takes to bring home a prize!
📍 The Details:
When: Thursday, February 26, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Where: Sgt. Dominick Pilla Middle School
Who: All 6th, 7th, and 8th Grade Students
🍕 Why You Should Come:
Build & Race: Design your own air skimmers and compete for the top spot.
Prizes: We’ve got rewards for the fastest racers!
Free Food: Pizza will be provided to keep the engineers fueled up.
VEA Sponsored: This is a Grant Funded event by the Vineland Education Association.
📲 How to Join:
Spaces fill up fast! Scan the QR code on the flyer to sign up and secure your spot on the starting line. Or follow this link: https://forms.gle/jeQAmUVMoQFtyi9n8
#PillaMiddleSchool #PLTWRaces #STEM #AirSkimmers #VinelandEducationAssociation #StudentEngineers #RaceDay
📢 IMPORTANT UPDATE: After-School Activities
Heads up, everyone! Due to busing issues, there are some changes to our schedule for this afternoon, Wednesday, February 25th.
🚫 CANCELLED: All after-school clubs, sports, and activities.
✅ STILL ON: The Champions program will proceed as regularly scheduled.
Please ensure you have made alternative transportation arrangements for your students. We apologize for the short notice and appreciate your flexibility!
Questions? Please contact the main office.
Heads up, everyone! Due to busing issues, there are some changes to our schedule for this afternoon, Wednesday, February 25th.
🚫 CANCELLED: All after-school clubs, sports, and activities.
✅ STILL ON: The Champions program will proceed as regularly scheduled.
Please ensure you have made alternative transportation arrangements for your students. We apologize for the short notice and appreciate your flexibility!
Questions? Please contact the main office.
Kindness is Always in Style! 👕✨
A massive shout-out to our amazing Pilla Families and the incredible Inspira Nurses for their donations to our clothing drive!
Your generosity exceeded all our expectations. Because of you, we’ve collected alot of clothing to support those in need!
Thank you for being the heart of our community!
#CommunityStrong #PillaProud #InspiraHeroes #GivingBack
A massive shout-out to our amazing Pilla Families and the incredible Inspira Nurses for their donations to our clothing drive!
Your generosity exceeded all our expectations. Because of you, we’ve collected alot of clothing to support those in need!
Thank you for being the heart of our community!
#CommunityStrong #PillaProud #InspiraHeroes #GivingBack
Our Safety Patrol spread the love this Valentine’s Day! 💕
In just two days of sales, we sold nearly 100 Valentine’s Day candy grams, each delivered with a sweet heart-shaped lollipop. Thank you to everyone who supported us - this was a very successful fundraiser and a wonderful way to share kindness throughout our school! 🍭❤️
In just two days of sales, we sold nearly 100 Valentine’s Day candy grams, each delivered with a sweet heart-shaped lollipop. Thank you to everyone who supported us - this was a very successful fundraiser and a wonderful way to share kindness throughout our school! 🍭❤️
To showcase their learning, students choose from three creative project options:
Option 1: Locked Ballot Box Timeline
Option 2: Timeline Cube
Option 3: Voting Rights Board Game Timeline
Each project highlighted key events, amendments, and turning points that shaped who has the right to vote in our country. Students demonstrated strong research skills, creativity, and a deeper understanding of how voting rights have evolved over time.
Option 1: Locked Ballot Box Timeline
Option 2: Timeline Cube
Option 3: Voting Rights Board Game Timeline
Each project highlighted key events, amendments, and turning points that shaped who has the right to vote in our country. Students demonstrated strong research skills, creativity, and a deeper understanding of how voting rights have evolved over time.
REMINDER - Middle School Spring Track and Field tryouts are Monday 3/16. Practices will begin Thursday 3/19 and take place Mondays and Thursdays at the VHS track. A bus will be provided for practices and tryouts. Please see the attached flyers for information about completing a physical no later than February 23rd. Physical packets can be picked up at the main office.
From Ms. Morris, our school nurse:
As you may be aware, upcoming changes to New Jersey Medicaid are expected to impact eligibility for some children and families beginning January 1, 2027. With redetermination and potential coverage terminations approaching, we are proactively working to minimize any gaps in care. Over the next several months we are working to bring additional access to care to as many students as possible.
"CompleteCare Health Network's Health Solutions program" offers medical and dental programs to help with children's healthcare needs.
What's Included:
Dental "Smile Smart Program" - provides students with exams, x-rays, extractions, and cleanings.
Medical - physicals, wellness exams, and/or immunizations, and more.
Please either fill out the attached form or stop by the office to pick one up. Once you fill it out, please return it to our school nurse.
If you are interested, please contact Ms. Morris for a health solutions packet at smorris@vineland.org or 691-1801 x3108. Packets can be returned to our nurse.
Ready to build, race, and win? 🏎️💨
The 2nd Annual PLTW Races are back at Pilla Middle School! If you’re a 6th, 7th, or 8th grader who loves a challenge (and free pizza), this is the event for you. Come build your own air skimmer and see if you have what it takes to bring home a prize!
📍 The Details:
When: Thursday, February 26, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Where: Sgt. Dominick Pilla Middle School
Who: All 6th, 7th, and 8th Grade Students
🍕 Why You Should Come:
Build & Race: Design your own air skimmers and compete for the top spot.
Prizes: We’ve got rewards for the fastest racers!
Free Food: Pizza will be provided to keep the engineers fueled up.
VEA Sponsored: This is a Grant Funded event by the Vineland Education Association.
📲 How to Join:
Spaces fill up fast! Scan the QR code on the flyer to sign up and secure your spot on the starting line. Or follow this link: https://forms.gle/jeQAmUVMoQFtyi9n8
#PillaMiddleSchool #PLTWRaces #STEM #AirSkimmers #VinelandEducationAssociation #StudentEngineers #RaceDay
The 2nd Annual PLTW Races are back at Pilla Middle School! If you’re a 6th, 7th, or 8th grader who loves a challenge (and free pizza), this is the event for you. Come build your own air skimmer and see if you have what it takes to bring home a prize!
📍 The Details:
When: Thursday, February 26, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Where: Sgt. Dominick Pilla Middle School
Who: All 6th, 7th, and 8th Grade Students
🍕 Why You Should Come:
Build & Race: Design your own air skimmers and compete for the top spot.
Prizes: We’ve got rewards for the fastest racers!
Free Food: Pizza will be provided to keep the engineers fueled up.
VEA Sponsored: This is a Grant Funded event by the Vineland Education Association.
📲 How to Join:
Spaces fill up fast! Scan the QR code on the flyer to sign up and secure your spot on the starting line. Or follow this link: https://forms.gle/jeQAmUVMoQFtyi9n8
#PillaMiddleSchool #PLTWRaces #STEM #AirSkimmers #VinelandEducationAssociation #StudentEngineers #RaceDay
Dear Parents and Guardians,
Contagious illnesses are circulating this time of year and we want to keep our students feeling their best. A few precautions can make a big difference in keeping illness from spreading throughout our school community.
Please remember our school district's health policy:
Students must be fever-free, vomit-free, and diarrhea-free for at least 24 hours WITHOUT the use of medication before returning to school.
Keep your child home if they have:
Fever of 100.0F or higher
2 or more episodes of vomiting or diarrhea
Very runny noses and/or frequent sneezing or coughing
If your child is absent 3 or more consecutive days, it is recommended to provide a note from his/her primary health care provider. If your child's doctor medically cleared them to return to school, please medicate your child for their symptoms prior to the start of the school day.
Thank you for your cooperation in helping keep our students and staff healthy during this busy season. Please feel free to reach out to me with any questions or concerns. Happy Holidays!
Contagious illnesses are circulating this time of year and we want to keep our students feeling their best. A few precautions can make a big difference in keeping illness from spreading throughout our school community.
Please remember our school district's health policy:
Students must be fever-free, vomit-free, and diarrhea-free for at least 24 hours WITHOUT the use of medication before returning to school.
Keep your child home if they have:
Fever of 100.0F or higher
2 or more episodes of vomiting or diarrhea
Very runny noses and/or frequent sneezing or coughing
If your child is absent 3 or more consecutive days, it is recommended to provide a note from his/her primary health care provider. If your child's doctor medically cleared them to return to school, please medicate your child for their symptoms prior to the start of the school day.
Thank you for your cooperation in helping keep our students and staff healthy during this busy season. Please feel free to reach out to me with any questions or concerns. Happy Holidays!
Help shape the future of Vineland Public Schools! 🍎
The Vineland Board of Education has launched the search for our next Superintendent of Schools, and we want to hear from YOU. Your input is vital in selecting the right leader for our students and community.
There are two ways to get involved:
1️⃣ Join a Virtual Focus Group (Zoom):
Session #1: Feb 19, 2026, at 6:00 p.m.
Link: tinyurl.com/VPSSuperintendentForum
Session #2: Feb 24, 2026, at 6:00 p.m.
Link: tinyurl.com/VPSSuperintendentForum2
2️⃣ Take the Community Survey:
Can’t make a meeting? Share your priorities through our virtual survey:
🔗 tinyurl.com/VPSSuperintendentSurvey
Working together for a bright future. Go Fighting Poultry! 🐓❤️
#VinelandPublicSchools #SuperintendentSearch #CommunityVoice #VPS
The Vineland Board of Education has launched the search for our next Superintendent of Schools, and we want to hear from YOU. Your input is vital in selecting the right leader for our students and community.
There are two ways to get involved:
1️⃣ Join a Virtual Focus Group (Zoom):
Session #1: Feb 19, 2026, at 6:00 p.m.
Link: tinyurl.com/VPSSuperintendentForum
Session #2: Feb 24, 2026, at 6:00 p.m.
Link: tinyurl.com/VPSSuperintendentForum2
2️⃣ Take the Community Survey:
Can’t make a meeting? Share your priorities through our virtual survey:
🔗 tinyurl.com/VPSSuperintendentSurvey
Working together for a bright future. Go Fighting Poultry! 🐓❤️
#VinelandPublicSchools #SuperintendentSearch #CommunityVoice #VPS
Students in Ms Armanini's class turned into chefs and put extra love into their Life Skills lesson. Students made heart-shaped pizzas from start to finish — planning, prepping, and cooking together. Hands-on experiences like these help build independence and confidence — plus a little fun along the way!
🚨 Shop the Sgt. Dominick Pilla Middle School online store before it closes at the end of the day today, Feb 16th!
✅ Hoodies, Tees, Hats & more ✅ Multiple colors available ✅ Direct shipping options
Please be aware when ordering that both YOUTH and ADULT sizes are available, so be careful when choosing sizes!
Shop here: https://pillamsapparel.itemorder.com/
Don’t miss out—all sales are final! 🐾
Unfortunately, the PTO Candy Bar BINGO scheduled for Tuesday, February 17th had to be postponed. A new date will be announced soon!!
REMINDER - Middle School Spring Track and Field tryouts are Monday 3/16. Practices will begin Thursday 3/19 and take place Mondays and Thursdays at the VHS track. A bus will be provided for practices and tryouts. Please see the attached flyers for information about completing a physical no later than February 23rd. Physical packets can be picked up at the main office.
Sgt. Dominick Pilla Middle School Career Day: Inspiring Futures
Sgt. Dominick Pilla Middle School recently hosted an engaging and inspiring Career Day, connecting students with professionals from a wide range of industries. Students were polled to see where they had the most interest, which was the focal point. The event provided students with the opportunity to explore real world career pathways, ask meaningful questions, and begin thinking about their own futures.
Students learned about entrepreneurship, leadership, teamwork, and the day-to-day responsibilities of running and supporting successful businesses. Northeast Precast, Eastlyn Golf Course with Business Owner Rob Buono, and General Manager Erik Wikiera from the WaWa Corporation represented local businesses.
Our first responders including Vineland EMS, Fire Department, and Police Department shared powerful insights about service, dedication, teamwork, and the importance of helping others in critical situations. Officer Rosa, Officer Rodriguez, and others from the Juvenile Department, Deputy Chief John Hendershott, EMS Kennedy Santiago, and Therapy Dog Wednesday were all in attendance.
Medical professionals discussed the many pathways within healthcare, emphasizing compassion, education, and the impact of patient-centered care. A representative from Inspira Health Network, Kelli Silvers, and Occupational Therapist Sydney Williams came out. In addition to the medical field, we had Lawyer Haleigh Purich discussing her education and experience in the South Jersey Legal Services.
Students explored how creativity and passion can lead to meaningful careers in the arts and learned about the discipline and perseverance required in creative industries through discussions with local Steven Calakos. Mr. Calakos shared his teaching experience and showed those skills in his career with Gulshore Playhouse in Naples, Florida. He is currently back in the Northeast working for Mainstage Center for the Arts in Blackwood, NJ.
Senior Airman SRA Montana Mobley from the United States Air Force dedicated her time to Pilla students who gained insight into military service, leadership development, educational opportunities, and the skills that service members bring back to their communities. She shared her tactical experiences with her deployments overseas.
We are incredibly grateful to our community partners who took the time to invest in our students. Their willingness to share their experiences helps bridge the gap between education and career readiness, reinforcing our commitment to preparing students for success in high school, college, careers, and beyond.
Sgt. Dominick Pilla Middle School recently hosted an engaging and inspiring Career Day, connecting students with professionals from a wide range of industries. Students were polled to see where they had the most interest, which was the focal point. The event provided students with the opportunity to explore real world career pathways, ask meaningful questions, and begin thinking about their own futures.
Students learned about entrepreneurship, leadership, teamwork, and the day-to-day responsibilities of running and supporting successful businesses. Northeast Precast, Eastlyn Golf Course with Business Owner Rob Buono, and General Manager Erik Wikiera from the WaWa Corporation represented local businesses.
Our first responders including Vineland EMS, Fire Department, and Police Department shared powerful insights about service, dedication, teamwork, and the importance of helping others in critical situations. Officer Rosa, Officer Rodriguez, and others from the Juvenile Department, Deputy Chief John Hendershott, EMS Kennedy Santiago, and Therapy Dog Wednesday were all in attendance.
Medical professionals discussed the many pathways within healthcare, emphasizing compassion, education, and the impact of patient-centered care. A representative from Inspira Health Network, Kelli Silvers, and Occupational Therapist Sydney Williams came out. In addition to the medical field, we had Lawyer Haleigh Purich discussing her education and experience in the South Jersey Legal Services.
Students explored how creativity and passion can lead to meaningful careers in the arts and learned about the discipline and perseverance required in creative industries through discussions with local Steven Calakos. Mr. Calakos shared his teaching experience and showed those skills in his career with Gulshore Playhouse in Naples, Florida. He is currently back in the Northeast working for Mainstage Center for the Arts in Blackwood, NJ.
Senior Airman SRA Montana Mobley from the United States Air Force dedicated her time to Pilla students who gained insight into military service, leadership development, educational opportunities, and the skills that service members bring back to their communities. She shared her tactical experiences with her deployments overseas.
We are incredibly grateful to our community partners who took the time to invest in our students. Their willingness to share their experiences helps bridge the gap between education and career readiness, reinforcing our commitment to preparing students for success in high school, college, careers, and beyond.
