Early Dismissal - Parent Teacher Conferences
Dismissal Times are as follows: Thursday, October 23rd –
VES - 2:00 PM walkers/pick-ups/and early bus students
2:10 PM Late bus students; Pre-K AM 8:00 – 11:00 AM Pre-K PM 12:00 - 2:00 PM
VJHS - 4th Grade – 2:00 PM walkers/pick-ups/and early bus students
5th - 8th Grades – 2:15 PM; and VCHS - 2:15 PM
Friday, October 24th – There will be No Student Attendance
Schedules for VES/VJHS/VCHS and OKAW Parent Teacher Conferences are as follows:
Thursday, October 23rd - 3:00 – 6:00 PM; and Friday, October 24th - 8:00 AM – Noon

2 months ago, Amy Zimmerman
Our annual Nourishing Greatness Food Drive is this FRIDAY! Admission into the football game on Friday, October 24, 2025 is a donation to Nourishing Greatness. Thank you to Peoples State Bank for sponsoring this event every year!
2 months ago, Julie Lay
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ATTENTION VCHS JV FOOTBALL:
Tonight's game vs North Mac has been cancelled.
(10/20/25)
2 months ago, Julie Lay

Leap into a storybook at the Literati Book Fair for grades K-8! Explore the Everglow Forest on October 23-24, or shop online at literati.com/store. Every purchase benefits our school. With these stories, it’s easy to get lost in a book! Book Fair will be open during Parent Teacher Conferences Thursday & Friday in the new VJHS Gym.

2 months ago, Julie Lay
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Congratulations to our Band and Chorus Students!
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Books are bridges to extraordinary worlds—and book fair gift cards ensure wanderers are prepared for the journey! Visit literati.com/store to get your student their very own digital gift card. These also make magical gifts for teachers!
Book Fair for grades K-8 will be held October 20-24!
2 months ago, Julie Lay
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Please comment on the Forging Our Future page if you want a ticket! https://www.facebook.com/share/1JX7Gv7gFE/?mibextid=wwXIfr
2 months ago, Julie Lay
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Ditch the dinner plans this Wednesday night(10/15/25)!
Dine in, carry out, or get it delivered! We've got you covered at Joe's Pizza & Pasta. Plus, you'll be supporting our VCHS Vandal Pride Team!

2 months ago, Julie Lay
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ATTENTION VCHS VOLLEYBALL, GOLF, SOCCER, & TENNIS:

Due to a scheduling conflict, we will recognize our senior volleyball, golf, soccer & tennis athletes prior to the varsity volleyball game on October 20th. (Originally scheduled for the 23rd)
2 months ago, Julie Lay
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📢 Heads up, VES Families! 📢

Mark your calendars! Red Ribbon Week is just two weeks away, happening October 27th - 31st! We wanted to give you an early peek at the dress-up days so you have plenty of time to plan.
2 months ago, Julie Lay
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Congratulations to the 2025 Homecoming King & Queen: Ross Miller & Maci Keppler Be sure to check out all our Homecoming pictures on our Facebook Album: https://www.facebook.com/share/1GLL4BBfhf/?
2 months ago, Julie Lay
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VCHS Football Playoff Gear is available to order online! Orders due Thursday, October 23 at 11:59 p.m. https://vandaliafbplayoffs25.itemorder.com/
2 months ago, Julie Lay
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ATTENTION VCHS VOLLEYBALL:
Tonight's home game vs Litchfield will be JV and Varsity only.
JV will start at 6:00pm, and the Varsity game will follow.
2 months ago, Julie Lay
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2025 VCHS Homecoming Parade is TODAY, Thursday, October 9th, starting at 1:30 pm!!
2 months ago, Julie Lay
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VCUSD #203 will not have student attendance on Friday, October 10th, for a Teachers’ Institute day. School will also be closed Monday, October 13th, in observance of Columbus Day. The normal school schedule will resume on Tuesday, October 14th.
2 months ago, Amy Zimmerman
ALOHA VANDALS!
Congratulations to the 2025 VCHS Homecoming Candidates!
👑Queen candidates: Maci Keppler, Dalaney Patterson, Gracey Simmons, Emma Cade, Katy Sefton, Danika Hunter, Autumn Klaus, & Briley Sefton
👑King candidates: Ross Miller, Cole Metzger, Marcus Benning, Brody Matthews, Kayden Hoffmann, Liam Briggs, Riley Hinton, & Hayden Harre

❤️Homecoming Parade: October 9th @ 1:30pm
🏈Homecoming Game: October 10th @ 6:30pm Vandalia vs. Staunton
👑Homecoming Coronation: During halftime of the football game
2 months ago, Julie Lay
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Congratulations to our VCHS September Students of the Month: 🎶 Fine Arts - Micah 🧮 Math - Liam ⏳Social Studies - Dillon 🔬Science - Ryan 🎥 CTE- Drew 🏋️PE/Health - Aubree 📚English - Ava Thank you to Ponderosa Steakhouse (Vandalia, IL) for treating our students to lunch!
3 months ago, Julie Lay
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Band Garb Fundraiser for Music Boosters https://stores.inksoft.com/vandalia_vandals_band/shop/home
3 months ago, Julie Lay
Happy Custodian Appreciation Day! A huge shout-out to our incredible custodians! You're the backbone of our schools, ensuring everything is clean, safe, and welcoming every single day. Your dedication doesn't go unnoticed—we're so grateful for all you do!
#CustodianAppreciationDay #ThankYou
3 months ago, Julie Lay
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FCA Field of Faith is ON for tonight(10/1/25). We will still have the event as planned. 7-8 pm at the football field. Spread the word!
3 months ago, Julie Lay
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