It's that time again. We are excited to welcome new Pre-Kindergarten students. #wearevwsd
Join Us for a Town Hall!
We’re excited to connect with our community! Join us as we discuss important updates, share future plans, and hear your valuable feedback. Let’s work together to continue making a difference for our students and schools.
#wearevwsd #CommunityEngagement #ExcellenceInEducation
Congratulations to our top spellers from the Annual VWSD District-Wide Spelling Bee, held this morning at Bowmar Avenue Elementary! 🏆
1st Place: Megan Holman (8th Grader, Academy Of Innovation)
2nd Place: Malcolm Lewis (5th Grader, Bowmar)
3rd Place: Norberto Nadal-Troche (8th Grader, Academy Of Innovation)
These brilliant students showcased their exceptional spelling skills and love for learning in an exciting academic competition. They now advance to the semi-finals with the opportunity to represent VWSD at the state level! 🌟
Thank you to all participants for their hard work and to our supportive community for celebrating academic excellence!
#wearevwsd #SpellingBee2025 #AcademicExcellence
Ms. Polk's VHS Introduction to Academy Teacher organized an event where Chief Derrick Stamps and City of Vicksburg Fire Department members spoke to 9th-grade students about career prospects. Additionally, several students earned their CPR Certification from the State of Mississippi Heart Association, with Captain McDaniel from the Vicksburg Fire Department administering the test.
Vicksburg High School JROTC reads to the students at South Park Elementary.
Join us at the Vicksburg Intermediate School Fall Fest! 🍁
Mark your calendars for Saturday, November 16th, from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM at VIS Parking Lot and Campus, 1245 Dana Road, Vicksburg, MS.
Bring the family for a day filled with live music, crafts, food trucks, bounce houses, games, vendors, raffle prizes, rides, and more! Entry is just $10 per person. 🎉
For more information, contact Mr. L. Smothers or Mrs. Leonard at (601) 638-4199. Don’t miss out on the fun! #VISFallFest #FamilyFun
Let’s Talk Vicksburg, hosted by Vicksburg High School senior Kynnade Washington, is a new podcast at Vicksburg High School. Let’s Talk Vicksburg is a show that will bring you inspiring conversations and stories from the Vicksburg Community. On our first show, Kynnade interviewed Ms. Jessica Holly. Ms. Holly has been a Vicksburg Warren School District employee for 20 years, serving as a teacher and principal. She’s now the owner of two nonprofits, Empower YOUniversity and emPower22:6. If you would like to be a part of our new podcast, please get in touch with us at gatornews@vwsd.org or ctillman@vwsd.org.
We Need Your Voice: Join the Strategic Planning Coalition to Shape the Future of Vicksburg Warren School District!
How You Can Help:
As a member of the coalition, you’ll have the opportunity to:
Provide input on educational policies and programs
Advocate for resources and support for students and teachers
Share ideas to promote student success
Be an active part of decision-making that impacts the future of our district
Ready to Apply?
Please take a few moments to fill out our Google form by clicking the link below. Your participation is vital to the success of our mission, and we would love to hear from you!
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSczFnTfIr284BwH4YPJgtBEv33fivhRksX38LopAd_kHbhVOg/viewform
We encourage you to complete the form by October 28, 2024!
The Vicksburg High School Pride Band showcased their talents at the Magnolia Marching Championships on Saturday, September 28, bringing home multiple awards across several categories. Competing in the Small Band Division, the band earned recognition for their skill and hard work, cementing their place as one of the top high school bands in the state.
The VHS Pride Band received an impressive array of awards, including 2nd Place in Small Band Division Drum Majors, 1st Place in Small Band Division Color Guard, 1st Place in Small Band Division Percussion, and 1st Place in Small Band Division Overall. The Majorette/Dance Line won 2nd place overall for their performance with the VHS Gator Girls, 2nd Place Overall Percussion, 2nd Place Overall Band, and earned Superior Band and Superior Percussion honors.
Read More about it here: https://www.vwsd.org/article/1792259
VWSD Students Take the Lead at Hinds Community College Honor Society Induction
In a remarkable display of leadership and dedication, current students from the Vicksburg-Warren School District (VWSD) have taken the helm of the Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) Honor Society at Hinds Community College in Vicksburg. The induction ceremony, held today, showcased the talent and commitment of five RCEC students who have assumed key officer positions within the organization, making them the driving force behind this prestigious honor society.
Read More about it here:
https://www.vwsd.org/article/1789656
Happy School Librarian Appreciation Day!
Let's take this opportunity to show appreciation to all of our amazing librarians across the district. Because of you, our students can develop a love for learning through books. Thank you for all that you do! #wearevwsd
Reminder: All VWSD schools will be closed on Friday, March 29th-Monday, April 1st. Students return to school on Tuesday, April 2, 2024. Best wishes for a safe and wonderful holiday! #wearevwsd
Reminder: Wednesday, March 6, 2024 is an early release day for students. Students will be released on the following schedule:
Elementary: 12:25 PM
Junior High: 1:15 PM
High School: 1:30 PM
Today, we celebrate our outstanding Maintenance Department for their dedicated work in upkeeping our school facilities. Thank you for your hard work and commitment! We appreciate you! #wearevwsd
On School Bus Driver Appreciation Day, we want to extend a heartfelt thank you to all the bus drivers who safely transport our students to and from school every day. Your hard work and dedication truly make a difference! #wearevwsd
REMINDER: All VWSD Schools and Offices will be open on a regular schedule on Monday, February 19, 2024. We look forward to seeing you!
Reminder: All VWSD Schools and Offices will be open on a regular schedule on Monday, February 19, 2024. We look forward to seeing you!
Happy National School Counseling Week to all of our amazing counselors across the Vicksburg Warren School District! We are grateful for everything you do to help our students succeed. Thank you! #wearevwsd
Reminder: Wednesday, February 7, 2024 is an early release day for students. Elementary at 12:25 PM
Junior High at 1:15 PM
High School at 1:30 PM
Join us in congratulating Mr. Cody Nelson, the maestro behind the Academy of Innovation's choir, on being awarded the 2024 Outstanding Young Music Educators Award by the Mississippi Music Educators Association and the Mississippi American Choral Directors Association. 🎶
We're honored to have such an amazing music educator who inspires and uplifts our students every day with his passion for music! Way to go, Mr. Nelson! #wearevwsd
