Vandalia CUSD #203

Active COVID + cases as of 11-5-21: VES= No active positive cases; VJHS= 0.19% of the student population ; VCHS= 0.26% of the student population; Staff= 0.45% of staff.

VCUSD#203: School will be closed Thursday, November 11th in observance of Veteran's Day. School will resume Friday, November 12th.

Dismissal Times for Friday, November 5th are as follows: VES(11:30am) VJHS(11:30am 4th grade walkers/pick-ups/early bus students, 11:45am Grades 5-8) VCHS(11:45am) There will be no Pre-K Classes

GOLF CHAMPIONSHIP SHIRTS REMINDER: Today is the last day to purchase state champion golf shirts. Shirts can be purchased using the following link. https://www.bsnteamsports.com/shop/champsvg21

Vandalia CUSD #203 is hiring for a 2nd shift custodian! This is a full-time 12 month position with benefits. Please complete the job application found at this link: https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/493322/jobapplication.pdf. Email the application to jgarrison@vandals203.org or bring it in to the district office between the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Active COVID + cases as of 10-29-21: VES= 0.40% of the student population; VJHS= 0.97% of the student population; VCHS= No active positive cases; Staff= No active positive cases.

IHSA VOLLEYBALL SECTIONAL INFORMATION: VCHS Gym at Vandalia High School Date: Monday November 1, 2021 Game 1: Breese Mater Dei vs Pana - 5:30PM Game 2: Breese Central vs Staunton - 6:30PM Date: Wednesday November 3, 2021 Game 3: Winner of game 1 vs Winner of Game 2 - 6:00PM Video Stream available for all games on the NFHS network Admission: $6 for all ages except baby in arms (No passes will be honored per IHSA policy) ALL tickets must be purchased online, NO cash transactions at the door. PURCHASING TICKETS: All tickets for this event will be digital through Go Fan per the IHSA. Below are links to each game that will take fans directly to the page where they can purchase tickets. If a fan arrives at the game without a digital ticket, instructions will be provided on how to purchase at the gate. The night of the game fans will redeem their tickets with a ticket taker using their smartphone. Should a fan not have a smartphone we will have a plan in place to redeem their pre-purchased tickets. Game 1: Mater Dei vs Pana - https://gofan.co/app/events/424370?schoolId=IL24064 Game 2: B. Central vs Staunton - https://gofan.co/app/events/424371?schoolId=IL24064 Game 3: Championship Match-https://gofan.co/app/events/424372?schoolId=IL24064

Vandals Boys Golf State Champion Shirts are now available to order using the link below. The shop closes at midnight Wednesday November 3rd. Questions concerning the team shop can be sent to jclay@vandals203.org https://www.bsnteamsports.com/shop/champsvg21

Vandal Athletic Department First Round Football Playoff Game Information Game: Vandalia vs Chester Date: Saturday October 30th, 2021 Location: Mark Greer Field in Vandalia Game Time: 2:00 PM Admission: $5 for all ages(No passes will be honored per IHSA policy) Video Stream available on the NFHS network Game Day Schedule 12:00 PM - Field Opens for Teams to start pregame activities 1:00 PM - Gates Open to the Public. All ticket sales will be cash and conducted the day of the game. 2:00 PM - Kickoff Parking/Tailgating: Chester fans should park and conduct all tailgating at Vandalia Jr. High School(1011 W. Fletcher Street) on the northside of Mark Greer Field. Chester fans can also purchase tickets and enter through the north field gate. Vandalia fans should park and tailgate in the lots at Vandalia High School and enter through the south main gate. Concession Stand: A full concession stand with food, candy and drinks will be available on the south side of the field.

Active COVID + cases as of 10-22-21: VES= No active positive cases; VJHS= 0.97% of the student population; VCHS= No active positive cases; Staff= No active positive cases.

On Friday, Oct. 22, admission to the Varsity Football game against Greenville is a donation of food to the Nourishing Greatness weekend backpack food program. Donations will also be accepted. This event is sponsored by Peoples State Bank.

Active COVID + cases as of 10-15-21: VES= No active positive cases; VJHS= 0.38% of the student population ; VCHS= No active positive cases; Staff= 0.45% of staff.

VCHS Football Playoff Shirts can be ordered online at https://www.bsnteamsports.com/shop/vandalsfp Ordering closes Monday, October 18th at 12:00 am.

Active COVID + cases as of 10-8-21: VES= 0.20% of the student population; VJHS= 0.19% of the student population; VCHS= 0.25% of the student population; Staff= No active positive cases.

Due to wet field conditions, tonight’s homecoming flag football and bonfire events have been postponed to Wednesday, October 20th from 6-10pm. The Homecoming Parade for today is still on starting at 5:00pm.

It's the first week of National Bullying Prevention Month, and our partners at Linewize by Family Zone have created this infographic to help you learn more about children and teens' experiences with cyberbullying. For an in-depth parent guide on cyberbullying head over to our cyber safety hub, and stay tuned for more helpful resources coming your way throughout the month of October. Link: https://vandals203.cybersafetyhub.com/cyber-safety-topics/cyberbullying

Active COVID positive cases as of 10-1-21: VES= 0.81% of the student population; VJHS= 0.57% of the student population ; VCHS= 1.01% of the student population; Staff= 0.45% of staff.

VCUSD #203: We will be dismissing school early on Friday, October 1st. VES-11:30am, VJHS-11:30am 4th grade walkers/pick-ups/early bus students, 11:45am Grade 5-8, VCHS- 11:45am. No Pre-K Classes.

In an effort to open communication to the community the Vandalia School Board has decided to start Vandal Board Chat. Videos/updates will be available on our district YouTube channel and website https://www.vandals203.org under the News section on the home page.

Active COVID positive cases as of 9-24-21: VES = 0.61% of the student population; VJHS = 0.95% of the student population; VCHS = 2.27% of the student population; Staff = 1.34% of staff. Link to the local plan we continue to advocate for: https://www.vandals203.org/browse/148552