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! ❤️🔥
5 days ago, Julie Lay
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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.
10 days ago, Julie Lay
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⏳ 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/

10 days ago, Julie Lay
It’s National School Social Work Week, and we’re sending a huge THANK YOU to Ms. Bennett! 🌟

Whether she’s providing a listening ear, solving problems, or cheering on our students, her impact is felt in every hallway of our schools. We love you, Ms. Bennett!
11 days ago, Julie Lay
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A big THANK YOU to Sarah Bush Lincoln Hospital System and SportsWorld for bringing Rushia Brown to VJHS & VCHS and encouraging our students and staff! Special Thanks for Rushia staying for lunch and encouraging our FCA Leadership Team and staff!
17 days ago, Julie Lay
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We're Hiring!
If you have a love for helping children, come join our family. We are seeking Teacher’s Aides for Vandalia Community Unit School District #203. Position offers paid holidays, no nights or weekends, and is a perfect opportunity for parents with children in our district. Candidates should have an Associates Degree or obtain their Paraprofessional License. If interested in making a difference in our students' lives, please contact Amy Zimmerman at 618-283-4525 to find out how to apply.
18 days ago, Julie Lay
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We are seeking qualified applicants for VJHS 7th Grade Girls Basketball Coach and VCHS Cheer Coach. If you are interested in applying for either coaching position, please submit a letter of interest including qualifications to Mr. Jason Clay, Athletic Director, at jclay@vandals203.org by Friday, February 27, 2026.
24 days ago, Jennifer Garrison
Come support your VJHS volleyball team on Monday for 8th grade Night!
24 days ago, Julie Lay
8th grade night

THIS WEEK!

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

27 days ago, Julie Lay
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We are a few days past School Resource Officer Appreciation Day (Feb 15), but we couldn't let the week go by without recognizing the incredible work of Officer Roedl!Thank you for keeping our students safe and for being such a vital part of the Vandal family! 🛡️📚
27 days ago, Julie Lay
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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 1 month 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.
about 1 month ago, Julie Lay
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It's time to get ready for the 4th Annual Art Show! Contact Mrs. Renfro to submit your art by March 9th!
about 1 month ago, Julie Lay
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Congratulations to our VJHS 8th Grade Volleyball Team!
2nd Place at our home Vandalia 8th Grade Tournament
about 1 month ago, Julie Lay
8vball
Congratulations to our VJHS 7th Grade Volleyball Team!
1st Place at the 7th Grade Pana Tournament
about 1 month ago, Julie Lay
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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

about 1 month ago, Julie Lay
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Attention Girls Ages 13-17:
Check out this awesome opportunity to apply for The Violet Richardson Award the Soroptimist International of Vandalia!
about 1 month ago, Julie Lay
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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.
about 1 month ago, Julie Lay
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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!
about 1 month ago, Julie Lay
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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
about 2 months ago, Brian Kern