Vandalia CUSD #203

Congratulations to our 2023-2024 1st Semester Honor Roll Students: VES - https://www.vandals203.org/o/ves/page/ves-honor-roll VJHS - https://www.vandals203.org/o/vjhs/page/vjhs-honor-roll VCHS - https://www.vandals203.org/o/vchs/page/vchs-honor-roll

CONGRATULATIONS to the VCHS Boys Basketball Team! 3rd place at the 51st FNB Community Bank Holiday Tournament!

The 51st Annual FNB Community Bank Boys Basketball Holiday Tournament will be held December 26, 27, 28, & 29 at Vandalia Community High School. Visit the Tournament Website for continued updates throughout the tournament: https://www.vandals203.org/page/holiday-tournament

VCUSD #203 will be dismissing school early on Monday, December 18th and Tuesday, December 19th. Dismissal times are as follows: VES - 2:00 PM walkers/pick-ups/and early 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 thru 8th Grades – 2:15 PM. VCHS - 2:15 PM. There will be NO school from Wednesday, December 20th - Wednesday, January 3rd. School will resume on Thursday, January 4th

Tomorrow(12/16/23) from 2-4pm at the VCHS gym is the Band Christmas festival. Check out the vendor show, games for kids, face painting, concessions, and more! The 7/8th grade & VCHSl bands will perform at 3pm! Proceeds from this event go to the Florida trip fund.

VCUSD #203 will be dismissing school early on Monday, December 18th and Tuesday, December 19th. Dismissal times are as follows: VES - 2:00 PM walkers/pick-ups/and early 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 thru 8th Grades – 2:15 PM. VCHS - 2:15 PM. There will be NO school from Wednesday, December 20th - Wednesday, January 3rd. School will resume on Thursday, January 4th

This Saturday(12/16/23) from 2-4pm at the VCHS gym is the Band Christmas festival. Check out the vendor show, games for kids, face painting, concessions, and more! The 7/8th grade & VCHSl bands will perform at 3pm! Proceeds from this event go to the Florida trip fund.

December Online Safety Digest from our Partners at Linewize! https://vandals203.onlinesafetyhub.io/parent/blogs-articles/fostering-healthy-digital-habits-over-the-holiday-season For more information and resources check out Online Safety Hub: https://vandals203.onlinesafetyhub.io/

Vandalia CUSD #203 is hiring a school nurse for VCHS! We are seeking a compassionate individual with a passion for both physical and mental well being of teenagers and our staff. Must hold a valid RN license and be able to start on January 4, 2024. To apply, please submit a cover letter, resume, copy of RN license, and 3 professional references to Dr. Jennifer Garrison via email at jgarrison@vandals203.org. Deadline to apply is Wednesday, December 13 at noon.

LAST DAY TO ORDER IS TODAY - DECEMBER 8th! Show your Vandal Pride this holiday season with Vandal stainless steel cups and bottles! All proceeds from this fundraiser support VCHS Vandal Pride Teams for student rewards, activities, and special events like Wellness Day, Career Day, and Reward Trips. Order yours today! https://www.stachecups.com/pages/vandalia-2023

Don't forget that the Vandal PTO is hosting dueling pianos at the Vandalia Moose Lodge on Saturday, December 9 from 6 p.m.-10 p.m. Doors will open at 5:30 p.m.Lickin' My Chicken Pullin' My Pork will be catering the event. There will be a raffle of unique local items! Come support our final push towards the Jr. High Playground area!!! Tickets may still be purchased online for $50 each or at the door at the time of the event on Saturday evening for $55 each. *Must be 21 or older to attend. https://vandalpto.ticketleap.com/dueling-pianos/

VCUSD #203 will be dismissing school early on Friday, December 8th 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

NHS FALL BLOOD DRIVE We are so proud of our VCHS students for their commitment to saving lives

Save the Date for a fun afternoon supporting the Vandalia Bands Disney Trip!

Show your Vandal Pride this holiday season with Vandal stainless steel cups and bottles! All proceeds from this fundraiser support VCHS Vandal Pride Teams for student rewards, activities, and special events like Wellness Day, Career Day, and Reward Trips. Order yours today! https://www.stachecups.com/pages/vandalia-2023

ATTENTION VCHS GIRLS BASKETBALL: (11/30/23)Thursday's game at Carlinville will start at 6:00 pm with Varsity starting and a modified JV game will follow.

17th Annual Community Thanksgiving Meal served from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm on Thanksgiving Day - November 23rd, 2023 at the Vandalia Moose Lodge - 328 S. 3rd St. in Vandalia. There is no charge for this meal. Deliveries to shut-ins only. (There will be no order forms this year - everyone will receive the same meals) Please contact (618) 422-4230 for deliveries.

VCUSD #203 will be dismissing school early on Tuesday, November 21st. There will be No school on Wednesday, November 22nd, Thursday, November 23rd, and Friday, November 24th. School will resume on Monday, November 27th. Tuesday, November 21st Dismissal times are as follows: VES-2:00 PM walkers/pick-ups/and early bus students; 2:10 PM Late bus students. PreK AM 8 - 11 am; PreK PM 12 -2 pm; VJHS-4th Grade – 2:00 PM walkers/pick-ups/and early bus students 5th thru 8th Grades – 2:15 PM; VCHS-2:15 PM. Have a Happy Thanksgiving!!

🍎✨ Shoutout to our AMAZING substitute teachers! 🌟📚 🌟 Thank you for stepping in and making a positive impact on our learning journey. 🍎 Your flexibility and dedication don't go unnoticed. Thanks for making a difference in our classrooms! #SubstituteTeacherAppreciation 📝🍏

17th Annual Community Thanksgiving Meal served from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm on Thanksgiving Day - November 23rd, 2023 at the Vandalia Moose Lodge - 328 S. 3rd St. in Vandalia. There is no charge for this meal. Deliveries to shut-ins only. (There will be no order forms this year - everyone will receive the same meals) Please contact (618) 422-4230 for deliveries.