Vandalia Junior High School

Make sure you give yourself plenty of time tomorrow(4/13/26) to stop by Scooter's Coffee in Vandalia for their Day of Giving!
20% of all net sales will go to Nourishing Greatness

We are hiring a 6th Grade Girls Basketball Coach for the 26-27 school year. Please submit a letter of interest with qualifications to Mr. Jason Clay, Athletic Director, at jclay@vandals203.org. Deadline to apply is Friday, April 17.

🏀2026 Boys Basketball Camp🏀
Ready to level up? If you’re entering 2nd–8th grade, it’s time to hit the court and sharpen your skills! Join us this summer from May 26–29, 2026, for four days of high-energy hoops.
See flyer and link below for more details!
https://aptg.co/bxGXDJ

Mark your calendars for April 13 — join Scooter's Coffe in Vandalia, IL for their Day of Giving, where 20% of all net sales will go to Nourishing Greatness. Let’s make a difference, one cup at a time! 💙 #ScootersCares #NourishingGreatness

Information about Swim Lessons through Vandalia Swimming Pool and the grant.

It’s National Assistant Principals Week, and we are shining a well-deserved spotlight on our incredible APs! 🌟This week, we celebrate their dedication to keeping our schools safe, organized, and thriving. Thank you for wearing so many hats and for always putting our students first. Happy Assistant Principals Week!

Huge shoutout to our wonderful librarians! 📚 You are the bridge between our students and a world of endless possibilities. Thank you for fostering a lifelong love of reading and for making the library the heart of our school. Your dedication to sparking curiosity is truly inspiring!

Attention VJHS Track: JH track today at Effingham has been cancelled due to the likelihood of inclement weather. 4/2/26

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!

🚨 Reminder 🚨 With today’s 11:45 AM early dismissal, all transportation changes must be reported by 9:00 AM. Thanks for your help keeping things running smoothly—have a great weekend! 😊

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.

📣 IAR Testing is Coming Up! Please review important dates and help your student be prepared for success!

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

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/

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)

8th Grade's Turn!
Congratulations to our 8th grade girls volleyball team on their win in regionals last night! 🎉🏐
They’re headed to the Regional Championship this Thursday @ Staunton 6:00pm! Let’s cheer them on!
Let’s go, Vandals! ❤️🔥

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.