We are proud to announce that we are officially recognized as a Project ADAM Illinois Heart Safe School!
Project ADAM Illinois is a statewide initiative focused on preventing sudden cardiac death in schools and communities. As part of a national network, the program works with schools and organizations to establish Heart Safe environments by implementing Cardiac Emergency Response Plans (CERPs), ensuring access to AEDs, and providing CPR/AED training. The goal is to ensure staff and communities are prepared to respond quickly and effectively in the event of a sudden cardiac arrest.
A special THANK YOU to Officer Roedl and our School Nurses (Melissa, Brittany, & Kerri) for working hard to certify all of our schools!
Project ADAM Illinois is a statewide initiative focused on preventing sudden cardiac death in schools and communities. As part of a national network, the program works with schools and organizations to establish Heart Safe environments by implementing Cardiac Emergency Response Plans (CERPs), ensuring access to AEDs, and providing CPR/AED training. The goal is to ensure staff and communities are prepared to respond quickly and effectively in the event of a sudden cardiac arrest.
A special THANK YOU to Officer Roedl and our School Nurses (Melissa, Brittany, & Kerri) for working hard to certify all of our schools!
Vandals,
We need your help!
We have been entered into the T-Mobile Friday Night 5G Lights contest for a chance to win $5,000 as part of their $5K Fridays Sweepstakes! They’re celebrating small-town high school football, giving upgrades to schools and awarding a $1 million game-changing grand prize. It could be us IF we stand-out. A STRONG social media presence is what it's going to take to get recognition & HOPEFULLY some prize money to go towards are outdoor "stadium" renovations.
What I need you all to do is:
Start engaging our community by posting on social media, tagging our school’s social handles and @tmobile AND use the hashtags #FN5GL and #Entry to boost our chances of winning $5K Fridays and increase visibility to earn a spot as a finalist.
Students & Vandals football fans, PLEASE post pictures & videos from games with the hashtags mentioned, on ALL of your social media accounts. Let's show them our Vandal Pride & why we deserve to win!
Visit the How to Win T-Mobile Friday Night 5G Lights page for inspiration and tips on what it takes to stand out in this year's competition.
Don’t forget to stay up to date by checking out www.fridaynight5Glights.com for key information on the program.
PLEASE help get the word out & share posts with these tags: #FN5GL #Entry
Thank you all so much!
GO, Vandals!
We need your help!
We have been entered into the T-Mobile Friday Night 5G Lights contest for a chance to win $5,000 as part of their $5K Fridays Sweepstakes! They’re celebrating small-town high school football, giving upgrades to schools and awarding a $1 million game-changing grand prize. It could be us IF we stand-out. A STRONG social media presence is what it's going to take to get recognition & HOPEFULLY some prize money to go towards are outdoor "stadium" renovations.
What I need you all to do is:
Start engaging our community by posting on social media, tagging our school’s social handles and @tmobile AND use the hashtags #FN5GL and #Entry to boost our chances of winning $5K Fridays and increase visibility to earn a spot as a finalist.
Students & Vandals football fans, PLEASE post pictures & videos from games with the hashtags mentioned, on ALL of your social media accounts. Let's show them our Vandal Pride & why we deserve to win!
Visit the How to Win T-Mobile Friday Night 5G Lights page for inspiration and tips on what it takes to stand out in this year's competition.
Don’t forget to stay up to date by checking out www.fridaynight5Glights.com for key information on the program.
PLEASE help get the word out & share posts with these tags: #FN5GL #Entry
Thank you all so much!
GO, Vandals!
HEY VCHS GUESS WHAT?!
School Pictures are ready to view!
View and order at: https://shop.jostenspix.com/login
School Name: VANDALIA HIGH SCHOOL
Event Code: FE192326
Reminder: Retake day is Tuesday, September 22nd
School Pictures are ready to view!
View and order at: https://shop.jostenspix.com/login
School Name: VANDALIA HIGH SCHOOL
Event Code: FE192326
Reminder: Retake day is Tuesday, September 22nd
Get your latest Vandal Gear at our Sideline Store! It's always open for orders!
Right now save 20% on Orders $75+ | Ends 9/2 | Code CHEER20
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Right now save 20% on Orders $75+ | Ends 9/2 | Code CHEER20
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VES is a Box Top for Education School!
Check the attached flyer to learn how to sign up to help our school earn money!
BTFE.com
Check the attached flyer to learn how to sign up to help our school earn money!
BTFE.com
Thank you Metro Community Church- Vandalia Campus for provided a sweet treat today for our staff at Vandalia Schools!
To order your Pink Bowl gear, click the link below:
https://shopcompustitch.chipply.com/PinkBowl2026?action=viewall
ATTENTION VJHS BASEBALL:
Both JV and Varsity Games have been moved to start at 6:00pm today, 8/14/26.
Both JV and Varsity Games have been moved to start at 6:00pm today, 8/14/26.
Tomorrow, August 14th, 2026 - we welcome all our students back to begin the 26/27 school year! 4th – 12th grade will have regular school schedules.
Vandalia Elementary School will start with its Come and Go Day for all students in grade Kindergarten through 3rd grade from 8:30 am – 1:30 pm. This day is designed for parents to bring their child to school, meet the teacher, drop off school supplies, and see their child’s classroom and school.
Pre-K students will have their Come and Go Day on Monday, August 17th from 8:30 am -11:00 am or 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm. This day is for parents to bring their Pre-K child in to meet their teacher and visit their classroom.
Vandalia Elementary School will start with its Come and Go Day for all students in grade Kindergarten through 3rd grade from 8:30 am – 1:30 pm. This day is designed for parents to bring their child to school, meet the teacher, drop off school supplies, and see their child’s classroom and school.
Pre-K students will have their Come and Go Day on Monday, August 17th from 8:30 am -11:00 am or 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm. This day is for parents to bring their Pre-K child in to meet their teacher and visit their classroom.
This is a reminder that Pre-K transportation will begin on Tuesday, September 8th, following Labor Day.
Until Pre-K transportation begins, parents and guardians will need to drop off and pick up their Pre-K student at VES.
Thank you for your cooperation and understanding as we prepare to begin Pre-K transportation.
Until Pre-K transportation begins, parents and guardians will need to drop off and pick up their Pre-K student at VES.
Thank you for your cooperation and understanding as we prepare to begin Pre-K transportation.
Ready to cheer your heart out? Join the VHS Cheerleaders for a fun filled Cheer Clinic for Pre-k - 8th Grade. Participants are invited to showcase what they learned at the Home Football Game on Friday September 4* at Halftime.
Sign up using this form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeMhrGhoneNCDJJ-V2Kxauou11Nctin17C_r9i8615sdjJh9w/viewform
Transportation 26/27
With the new school year starting this Friday, we want to make sure you have the most up-to-date transportation information for your student. Please note that some bus routes have changed for this school year.
Please log in to Stopfinder as soon as possible to review your student’s current bus route, bus stop, and pick-up and drop-off times. We have also sent an email with your student’s updated transportation schedule. Please check your spam folder for these emails. One change that has been made since the emails were sent out today is that Bus 6 has been changed to Bus 5.
If you are unable to access Stopfinder or need a new invitation, please contact the Transportation Department. We will be happy to help you get connected.
Please take a few minutes to review this information before Friday so your child is ready for their first day of school.
Thank you for your cooperation and support. We look forward to safely transporting your child throughout the school year!
With the new school year starting this Friday, we want to make sure you have the most up-to-date transportation information for your student. Please note that some bus routes have changed for this school year.
Please log in to Stopfinder as soon as possible to review your student’s current bus route, bus stop, and pick-up and drop-off times. We have also sent an email with your student’s updated transportation schedule. Please check your spam folder for these emails. One change that has been made since the emails were sent out today is that Bus 6 has been changed to Bus 5.
If you are unable to access Stopfinder or need a new invitation, please contact the Transportation Department. We will be happy to help you get connected.
Please take a few minutes to review this information before Friday so your child is ready for their first day of school.
Thank you for your cooperation and support. We look forward to safely transporting your child throughout the school year!
VANDALIA SCHOOL DISTRICT
$20 School & Sports Physicals + FREE Vaccine Clinic
✨ Please take advantage of this one-stop, low-cost opportunity to make sure your student is compliant for the school year! ✨
đź“Ť Location: Vandalia Elementary School, 1017 W. Fletcher St., Vandalia, IL
đź“… Date: August 10, 2026
đź”—Let us know you are coming: tinyurl.com/vsdclinic
🩺 School/ Sports Physicals – Only $20 (8:00 am-3:00 pm)
đź’˛ Only $20 (cash or check)
👩‍⚕️ Provided by Elissa Townsend, NP
🚶 Walk-ins welcome – No appointment needed!
đź”—Let us know you are coming: tinyurl.com/vsdclinic
👨‍👩‍👧 Parent/Guardian must attend
đź’‰ FREE Vaccines (9:00am-1:00pm)
âś” School-required immunizations available
✔ No insurance? No problem – still FREE
âś” No co-pays, no bills
đź”—Let us know you are coming: tinyurl.com/vsdclinic
✔️ Why Attend?
Get everything done in one place
Be ready for the school year & sports
Convenient, affordable, and stress-free
đź“‹ Required by Illinois Law:
• Physicals and/or immunizations required for PreK, Kindergarten, 6th, 9th grade, and 12th grade
$20 School & Sports Physicals + FREE Vaccine Clinic
✨ Please take advantage of this one-stop, low-cost opportunity to make sure your student is compliant for the school year! ✨
đź“Ť Location: Vandalia Elementary School, 1017 W. Fletcher St., Vandalia, IL
đź“… Date: August 10, 2026
đź”—Let us know you are coming: tinyurl.com/vsdclinic
🩺 School/ Sports Physicals – Only $20 (8:00 am-3:00 pm)
đź’˛ Only $20 (cash or check)
👩‍⚕️ Provided by Elissa Townsend, NP
🚶 Walk-ins welcome – No appointment needed!
đź”—Let us know you are coming: tinyurl.com/vsdclinic
👨‍👩‍👧 Parent/Guardian must attend
đź’‰ FREE Vaccines (9:00am-1:00pm)
âś” School-required immunizations available
✔ No insurance? No problem – still FREE
âś” No co-pays, no bills
đź”—Let us know you are coming: tinyurl.com/vsdclinic
✔️ Why Attend?
Get everything done in one place
Be ready for the school year & sports
Convenient, affordable, and stress-free
đź“‹ Required by Illinois Law:
• Physicals and/or immunizations required for PreK, Kindergarten, 6th, 9th grade, and 12th grade
Happy August Vandals!
- Online Registration is open. Log into www.teacherease.com to complete for each child.
- In-person registration is (TOMORROW) Thursday, August 6th from 10am - 6pm for anyone not able to complete online registration, you will do so at your child's respective buildings
- School Supply Lists can be found here: https://www.vandals203.org/article/739590
- VCHS Freshman Orientation will be Thursday, August 6th at 6:00pm
- VJHS 4th Grade Open house will be Thursday, August 13th 4-5:30pm
- August 14th is the first day of school for grades 4-12.
- August 14th will be a Come and Go Day for grades K-3
- August 17th is the first full day of school for grades K-3
- August 17th will be a Come and Go Day for PreK
For all other beginning of the year information including bell and sports schedules please check out our registration website: https://www.vandals203.org/page/vandaliaregistration
This is an important transportation announcement from Vandalia Community Unit School District 203.
You should receive an email from Transfinder this morning with a copy of your child's transportation schedule for the upcoming school year. Please check your inbox, as well as your spam or junk folder, if you do not see it.
If you are not already a Stopfinder subscriber, please check your email for an invitation that was sent on July 31. Stopfinder provides access to your student's transportation information and allows you to receive important transportation updates and notifications throughout the school year.
Please accept your Stopfinder invitation and verify your student's transportation information before the first day of school to help ensure a smooth start to the school year.
If you do not receive either email, please check your spam or junk folder. You may also pick up a copy of your child's transportation schedule during in-person registration on Thursday, August 6, from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Just a heads up: times may change after In-person registration due to new students.
As you review your student's transportation information, please pay close attention to your child's bus route, bus stop location, and pickup and drop-off times. Due to route changes, this information may be different from last school year.
If you have any questions or believe there is an error with your student's transportation information, please contact the Vandalia CUSD #203 Transportation Department at 618-283-8135 or email Transportation@vandals203.org.
Thank you for your patience and cooperation as we prepare for a safe and successful 2026–2027 school year.
You should receive an email from Transfinder this morning with a copy of your child's transportation schedule for the upcoming school year. Please check your inbox, as well as your spam or junk folder, if you do not see it.
If you are not already a Stopfinder subscriber, please check your email for an invitation that was sent on July 31. Stopfinder provides access to your student's transportation information and allows you to receive important transportation updates and notifications throughout the school year.
Please accept your Stopfinder invitation and verify your student's transportation information before the first day of school to help ensure a smooth start to the school year.
If you do not receive either email, please check your spam or junk folder. You may also pick up a copy of your child's transportation schedule during in-person registration on Thursday, August 6, from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Just a heads up: times may change after In-person registration due to new students.
As you review your student's transportation information, please pay close attention to your child's bus route, bus stop location, and pickup and drop-off times. Due to route changes, this information may be different from last school year.
If you have any questions or believe there is an error with your student's transportation information, please contact the Vandalia CUSD #203 Transportation Department at 618-283-8135 or email Transportation@vandals203.org.
Thank you for your patience and cooperation as we prepare for a safe and successful 2026–2027 school year.
VANDALIA SCHOOL DISTRICT
$20 School & Sports Physicals + FREE Vaccine Clinic
✨ Please take advantage of this one-stop, low-cost opportunity to make sure your student is compliant for the school year! ✨
đź“Ť Location: Vandalia Elementary School, 1017 W. Fletcher St., Vandalia, IL
đź“… Date: August 10, 2026
đź”—Let us know you are coming: tinyurl.com/vsdclinic
🩺 School/ Sports Physicals – Only $20 (8:00 am-3:00 pm)
đź’˛ Only $20 (cash or check)
👩‍⚕️ Provided by Elissa Townsend, NP
🚶 Walk-ins welcome – No appointment needed!
đź”—Let us know you are coming: tinyurl.com/vsdclinic
👨‍👩‍👧 Parent/Guardian must attend
đź’‰ FREE Vaccines (9:00am-1:00pm)
âś” School-required immunizations available
✔ No insurance? No problem – still FREE
âś” No co-pays, no bills
đź”—Let us know you are coming: tinyurl.com/vsdclinic
✔️ Why Attend?
Get everything done in one place
Be ready for the school year & sports
Convenient, affordable, and stress-free
đź“‹ Required by Illinois Law:
• Physicals and/or immunizations required for PreK, Kindergarten, 6th, 9th grade, and 12th grade
$20 School & Sports Physicals + FREE Vaccine Clinic
✨ Please take advantage of this one-stop, low-cost opportunity to make sure your student is compliant for the school year! ✨
đź“Ť Location: Vandalia Elementary School, 1017 W. Fletcher St., Vandalia, IL
đź“… Date: August 10, 2026
đź”—Let us know you are coming: tinyurl.com/vsdclinic
🩺 School/ Sports Physicals – Only $20 (8:00 am-3:00 pm)
đź’˛ Only $20 (cash or check)
👩‍⚕️ Provided by Elissa Townsend, NP
🚶 Walk-ins welcome – No appointment needed!
đź”—Let us know you are coming: tinyurl.com/vsdclinic
👨‍👩‍👧 Parent/Guardian must attend
đź’‰ FREE Vaccines (9:00am-1:00pm)
âś” School-required immunizations available
✔ No insurance? No problem – still FREE
âś” No co-pays, no bills
đź”—Let us know you are coming: tinyurl.com/vsdclinic
✔️ Why Attend?
Get everything done in one place
Be ready for the school year & sports
Convenient, affordable, and stress-free
đź“‹ Required by Illinois Law:
• Physicals and/or immunizations required for PreK, Kindergarten, 6th, 9th grade, and 12th grade
Save the Dates:
🎒Backpacks for School - Wednesday, August 5, 2026 - 4-6 pm at First United Methodist Church
🖍️📕✏️Tools for School - Aug. 5 - 4-7 pm; Aug.6-10 am-5 pm; Aug.7-10 am-5 pm; Aug.8 -9-11 am
🎒Backpacks for School - Wednesday, August 5, 2026 - 4-6 pm at First United Methodist Church
🖍️📕✏️Tools for School - Aug. 5 - 4-7 pm; Aug.6-10 am-5 pm; Aug.7-10 am-5 pm; Aug.8 -9-11 am
Freshman Orientation will be on Thursday, August 6th at 6:00 pm. All incoming Freshmen for the 26-27 school year are encouraged to attend with their parents/guardians. There will be a tour and an opportunity to speak with coaches and sponsors of athletics, clubs, and organizations offered at VCHS.
Happy August Vandals!
- Online Registration is open. Log into www.teacherease.com to complete for each child.
- In-person registration is this coming Thursday, August 6th from 10am - 6pm for anyone not able to complete online registration, you will do so at your child's respective buildings
- School Supply Lists can be found here: https://www.vandals203.org/article/739590
- VCHS Freshman Orientation will be Thursday, August 6th at 6:00pm
- VJHS 4th Grade Open house will be Thursday, August 13th 4-5:30pm
- August 14th is the first day of school for grades 4-12.
- August 14th will be a Come and Go Day for grades K-3
- August 17th is the first full day of school for grades K-3
- August 17th will be a Come and Go Day for PreK
For all other beginning of the year information including bell and sports schedules please check out our registration website: https://www.vandals203.org/page/vandaliaregistration
- Online Registration is open. Log into www.teacherease.com to complete for each child.
- In-person registration is this coming Thursday, August 6th from 10am - 6pm for anyone not able to complete online registration, you will do so at your child's respective buildings
- School Supply Lists can be found here: https://www.vandals203.org/article/739590
- VCHS Freshman Orientation will be Thursday, August 6th at 6:00pm
- VJHS 4th Grade Open house will be Thursday, August 13th 4-5:30pm
- August 14th is the first day of school for grades 4-12.
- August 14th will be a Come and Go Day for grades K-3
- August 17th is the first full day of school for grades K-3
- August 17th will be a Come and Go Day for PreK
For all other beginning of the year information including bell and sports schedules please check out our registration website: https://www.vandals203.org/page/vandaliaregistration
đź©ş HEALTH REQUIREMENTS FOR THE 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR đź©ş
- Pre-K: Physical exam, Immunization record, Lead screening, Birth Certificate
- Kindergarten: Physical exam, Immunization record including Dtap #5, IPV #4, MMR #2, Varicella #2, Lead screening, Birth Certificate, Dental exam, Eye exam
- 2nd: Dental exam
- 6th: Physical exam, Dental exam, Tdap & Meningococcal Immunizations, Proof of MMR#2 and Varicella #2 Immunizations
- 9th: Physical exam, Dental exam, Proof of Tdap, Meningococcal, MMR #2, Varicella #2 Immunizations
- 12th: Meningococcal #2 Immunization
https://www.vandals203.org/o/vandalia/page/school-nurse-health-information
- Pre-K: Physical exam, Immunization record, Lead screening, Birth Certificate
- Kindergarten: Physical exam, Immunization record including Dtap #5, IPV #4, MMR #2, Varicella #2, Lead screening, Birth Certificate, Dental exam, Eye exam
- 2nd: Dental exam
- 6th: Physical exam, Dental exam, Tdap & Meningococcal Immunizations, Proof of MMR#2 and Varicella #2 Immunizations
- 9th: Physical exam, Dental exam, Proof of Tdap, Meningococcal, MMR #2, Varicella #2 Immunizations
- 12th: Meningococcal #2 Immunization
https://www.vandals203.org/o/vandalia/page/school-nurse-health-information
