SAVE THE DATE!
Learn how to keep our kids safe online and in person!
Today we celebrate our incredible paraprofessionals! 🌟 You are essential, appreciated, and truly inspiring. Thank you for being the support system our students and teachers rely on every single day. Happy Paraprofessional Appreciation Day 2026!
VCUSD #203 will be dismissing school early on Wednesday, April 1st, for Spring Break. Dismissal times are as follows: VES - 2:00 PM walkers/pick-ups/and early bus students; Pre-K AM 8:00 – 11:00, Pre-K PM 12:00 - 2:00; VJHS: 2:00 PM 4th Grade - walkers/pick-ups/and early bus students; 2:15 PM - 5th thru 8th Grades; VCHS: 2:15 PM. There will be NO school from Thursday, April 2nd, through Monday, April 6th. School will resume on Tuesday, April 7th.
Congratulations to our 2025-2026 3rd Quarter Honor Roll Students:
VES - https://www.vandals203.org/o/ves/page/ves-hoor-roll
VJHS - https://www.vandals203.org/o/vjhs/page/vjhs-honor-roll
*REMINDER, VCHS will only have report cards and honor roll reports for the 1st and 2nd semesters, instead of quarterly.
VES - https://www.vandals203.org/o/ves/page/ves-hoor-roll
VJHS - https://www.vandals203.org/o/vjhs/page/vjhs-honor-roll
*REMINDER, VCHS will only have report cards and honor roll reports for the 1st and 2nd semesters, instead of quarterly.
Vandalia CUSD #203 is hiring a second shift custodian. This is a 12 month position with benefits. Hours during the school year are 2:30-10:30 p.m. Please complete the application found at the following link and submit to the district office to apply: https://www.vandals203.org/page/district-job-openings
Questions can be emailed to jbogart@vandals203.org
Interviews for the position will be scheduled as appropriate candidates are identified.
Questions can be emailed to jbogart@vandals203.org
Interviews for the position will be scheduled as appropriate candidates are identified.
NOW HIRING: Vandalia Schools Bus Drivers!
Love kids? Want a schedule that matches the school year?
Vandalia CUSD #203 is seeking qualified, dependable individuals to fill Full-Time School Bus Driver positions.
No CDL? No Problem!
We will help the right candidates obtain their Class B CDL with Passenger Endorsement and Illinois School Bus Permit.
Apply In Person: Vandalia CUSD #203 Unit Office; 1109 N. 8th St; Vandalia, IL 62471
Email: wsmith@vandals203.org
Application can be downloaded here: https://5il.co/asv5
Love kids? Want a schedule that matches the school year?
Vandalia CUSD #203 is seeking qualified, dependable individuals to fill Full-Time School Bus Driver positions.
No CDL? No Problem!
We will help the right candidates obtain their Class B CDL with Passenger Endorsement and Illinois School Bus Permit.
Apply In Person: Vandalia CUSD #203 Unit Office; 1109 N. 8th St; Vandalia, IL 62471
Email: wsmith@vandals203.org
Application can be downloaded here: https://5il.co/asv5
VCUSD #203 will be dismissing school early on Friday, March 27th for a school improvement day-Dismissal Times are as follows: VES-11:30 AM; VJHS-11:30 AM 4th Grade walkers/pick-ups/early bus students and 11:45 AM Grades 5th to 8th; VCHS-11:45 AM. There will be No Pre-K Classes on Thursday, March 26th, due to DIAL screenings, and on Friday, March 27th, due to the school improvement day.
All school phones are now working. Thank you for your patience as we worked on getting this issue fixed.
Good morning. The power outage impacted all schools. We have power now but are having internet and phone issues. Please email jgarrison@vandals203.org and I will get your message to the correct building, department, or staff. Thank you for your patience.
https://www.vandaliaradio.com/2026/03/23/power-line-down-south-of-vandalia-high-school-on-sunday-afternoon-power-outages-still-being-dealt-with-this-morning/
https://www.vandaliaradio.com/2026/03/23/power-line-down-south-of-vandalia-high-school-on-sunday-afternoon-power-outages-still-being-dealt-with-this-morning/
On March 25th, Vandalia High School will administer the PreACT to all freshmen and sophomores and the ACT to all juniors. The freshmen and sophomores will be dismissed at the normal time. Juniors will be allowed to leave once testing is completed, and seniors will not report to school on this day.
Vandalia Swimming Pool Information for 2026 Season!
Attention 13 & 14 Year olds!
See the following informaion about Junior Lifeguarding Course at Vandalia Swimming Pool this summer!
If you have questions about the program or participation requirements, please contact:
Lisa Robbins, Instructor
Email: kdgnkids@email.com
Phone: 618-431-5476 (Pool phone)
See the following informaion about Junior Lifeguarding Course at Vandalia Swimming Pool this summer!
If you have questions about the program or participation requirements, please contact:
Lisa Robbins, Instructor
Email: kdgnkids@email.com
Phone: 618-431-5476 (Pool phone)
TOMORROW NIGHT!
VCHS NHS is hosting a Students vs Teachers Basketball Game!
Come out and support your favorite team while helping out NHS!
$3.00 Admission
See Ms. Hanson if you want to participate!
Join the ROE Learning Express!
VCHS NHS is hosting a Students vs Teachers Basketball Game!
Come out and support your favorite team while helping out NHS!
$3.00 Admission
See Ms. Hanson if you want to participate!
Tomorrow Night @ VES!
VES will be having a Family Reading Night on Tuesday, March 10th, from 5:00-6:30 p.m. This will be a COME and GO event. The Book Fair will be set up in the library for this ONE-night-only event to purchase books. Please come and enjoy an evening of books and fun with your child. We look forward to seeing you!
Hey Vandals!
We have an exciting fundraising opportunity for everyone to enjoy! Enjoy an STL City 2 Soccer game at Energizer Park in St. Louis on May 30, 2026 at 4:00pm!
Tickets are $18, and VCHS Vandal Pride will receive $5 for every ticket purchase through this link: https://pa.exchange/marketplace/ffca48fa-18af-11f1-8e1b-33ab35f564e0/storefront/ffca4a44-18af-11f1-ac78-b9ebff19434c
Please help us out by sharing!
We have an exciting fundraising opportunity for everyone to enjoy! Enjoy an STL City 2 Soccer game at Energizer Park in St. Louis on May 30, 2026 at 4:00pm!
Tickets are $18, and VCHS Vandal Pride will receive $5 for every ticket purchase through this link: https://pa.exchange/marketplace/ffca48fa-18af-11f1-8e1b-33ab35f564e0/storefront/ffca4a44-18af-11f1-ac78-b9ebff19434c
Please help us out by sharing!
Vandalia Junior High School is proud to host the IESA Wrestling Sectional on Saturday, March 7, 2026!
The event will take place at Vandalia Community High School Gymnasium.
Admission: $10 cash for all (children 5 and under will be free)
Please see the attached document for more information.
The event will take place at Vandalia Community High School Gymnasium.
Admission: $10 cash for all (children 5 and under will be free)
Please see the attached document for more information.
Attention 3rd Grade Families!
Next Thursday, March 12th is the 3rd Grade Family Dance!
Next Thursday, March 12th is the 3rd Grade Family Dance!
⏳ Only a few days left!
Hey Parents/Guardians!
Don't forget to fill out the annual state survey! Your feedback is essential for helping Vandalia CUSD #203 continue to grow and improve.
We are pushing to hit our 20% parent participation goal before the window closes on March 13.
Click here to start: https://survey.5-essentials.org/illinois/