Vandalia Junior High School

Over 60 community members gathered at the YMCA on Tuesday evening to talk about one guiding question:
“What kind of community do we want to be?”

The Vandalia Civic Advancement group had a kick off panel of local leaders discussing community development.

One thing rang true the entire evening - Unity

Here’s what was discussed:

• $50M+ in recent community investment
• Growing school enrollment and workforce pathways
• Desirable quality of life assets
• Breaking down institutional silos
• Strategic infrastructure planning
• Attracting remote workers and return migration
• Housing balance across generations
• Supporting both young families and older adults

For the first time in decades, leadership across the City, School District, County, Park District, YMCA, healthcare, and business community are sitting at the same table with one goal:

Intentional, coordinated, generational progress.

We often get bogged down on all of the negativity that we see and hear, especially on social media. However, if you make your way through that, you realize our community has the ingredients for success, and that we are already changing for the better!

If you couldn’t attend — stay engaged. Please take the survey to help us move forward!

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/6Z3C95J

Check out the video here: https://aptg.co/l90zGz

about 2 hours ago, Julie Lay

Vandalia Civic Advancement is a leadership coalition focused on aligning vision, planning, and collaboration to support long-term, coordinated community development across our region.

We’re kicking things off with an introductory community conversation — a chance to learn more about why intentional planning matters, how communities work better together, and how we can strengthen investment and quality of life for current and future generations.

📅 Tuesday, February 10
🕕 6:00 PM
📍 Family YMCA of Fayette County

Community members, business leaders, and anyone interested in the future of our area are encouraged to attend.

We look forward to the conversation.

2 days ago, Julie Lay

It's time to get ready for the 4th Annual Art Show! Contact Mrs. Renfro to submit your art by March 9th!

3 days ago, Julie Lay

Congratulations to our VJHS 8th Grade Volleyball Team!
2nd Place at our home Vandalia 8th Grade Tournament

3 days ago, Julie Lay

Congratulations to our VJHS 7th Grade Volleyball Team!
1st Place at the 7th Grade Pana Tournament

3 days ago, Julie Lay

Vandalia Music Boosters is bringing back the beloved Chili Supper Fundraiser!
🗓️Save the Date: Friday, February 20th
⏰Time: 4:30-7:00pm
🏫Where: VCHS Cafeteria
🎟️Pre-Sale Tickets: Available online or from your favorite Band or Choir Student
🎟️Tickets will also be available at the door

https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/vandalia-music-boosters-chili-supper

6 days ago, Julie Lay

Attention Girls Ages 13-17:
Check out this awesome opportunity to apply for The Violet Richardson Award the Soroptimist International of Vandalia!

8 days ago, Julie Lay

ATTENTION VJHS VOLLEYBALL:
Thursday's game at Pana has been rescheduled for Tomorrow, Wednesday, February 4th. C Game will start at 5:00pm with 7th & 8th Grade games following.

9 days ago, Julie Lay

This week, we are proud to recognize our Vandalia Community School District School Counselors for National School Counselors Week. Their expertise in supporting the academic and emotional growth of our students is invaluable!. We are grateful for the passion and energy they pour into our community! Join us in saying a huge THANK YOU to these dedicated professionals for all they do for our students, families, and staff!
Thank you Mrs. Hagy, Mrs. Kern, & Mrs. Major!

10 days ago, Julie Lay

Hey Vandal fans! Sectional champion merch can now be purchased online. Follow the link: https://stores.inksoft.com/vandalia_jhs_bsktbl_regsec_cham/shop/home

14 days ago, Brian Kern

Back to School, tomorrow, Vandals!
🎒We are officially back to in-person learning tomorrow, Wednesday, Jan. 28th. While we’ve enjoyed our e-learning days, we’re ready to have the classrooms full again.

❄️Since it’s still a "winter wonderland" out there, please remember to dress warmly and give yourselves a few extra minutes for the morning commute.

Stay cozy and see you tomorrow! 🧤

16 days ago, Julie Lay

ATTENTION VJHS BOYS BASKETBALL:
Tonight's 7th grade IESA Boys Basketball Sectional game at Litchfield versus East St Louis Lincoln has been postponed until Wednesday (1/28/26)at 6pm.

17 days ago, Julie Lay

ATTENTION VCHS & VJHS Athletes!
The following events have been canceled or we will NOT be attending due to weather conditions:
🤼JH wrestling at RockRidge
🤼JH wrestling at Bloomington
🤼HS wrestling at Beardstown
🤼HS wrestling at Olympia
🏀6th grade basketball at Newton
🤼‍♀️HS Girls wrestling at Anna--Jonesboro
🏀Boys Basketball at Benton

🏀We are attending 8th grade basketball regional at Hillsboro with a start time of 11:30 am.

❤️All home events, including practices, will be concluded by 1:00 pm.

20 days ago, Julie Lay

Hey Vandal fans! If you would like to celebrate our VJHS 7th grade boys' basketball Regional title, check out the new gear for purchase at the link below:

https://stores.inksoft.com/vandalia_jhs_bsktbl_reg_champs/shop/home

21 days ago, Brian Kern

We have had a great Spirit Week at VJHS. The week will conclude with a pep assembly Friday, 1/23 beginning at approximately 2:40pm. The cheerleaders, volleyball team, wrestlers and boys' basketball team members will be introduced. Also, the 7th grade boys' basketball recent Regional Championship will be highlighted and given a positive "send-off" to the Litchfield Sectional game on Monday, 1/26 versus East St. Louis Lincoln! Go Vandals!

21 days ago, Brian Kern