3rd Nine Weeks Benchmark Exams
All juniors are scheduled to take the ACT on February 24th at 9:00 a.m. Please ensure that students arrive to school on time and come prepared with a fully charged Chromebook.
There will be no school for students on Monday, February 16, in observance of President’s Day.
Students will return on Tuesday, February 17, 2026.
#weareVWSD #OneCommunityOneDistrict
Monthly Menu: February 2026 (Breakfast and Lunch)
VICKSBURG, Miss. — Seniors at Vicksburg-Warren School District are encouraged to apply for the 2026 Mississippi Association of School Resource Officers (MASRO) Scholarship, an opportunity to receive financial assistance for college tuition and textbooks.
The MASRO scholarship awards nine graduating high school seniors — one from each of the organization’s nine regions — a $500 cash award to help defray college expenses.
To be eligible, applicants must be enrolled as a twelfth-grade student in a Mississippi high school at the time of application.
Applications must include two letters of recommendation, with one letter from the School Resource Officer (SRO) at the applicant’s school, a current high school transcript, and a completed attestation and disclaimer form. All sections of the application must be filled out completely and neatly.
Completed applications should be submitted to the MASRO Scholarship Committee via email at contactmasro@gmail.com no later than March 1, 2026. Awardees will be notified and honored during their school’s senior awards ceremony.
The MASRO scholarship is designed to support Mississippi students as they pursue higher education and to recognize academic achievement and community involvement.
For more information and to access the application form, visit masro.org/scholarship.
The MASRO scholarship awards nine graduating high school seniors — one from each of the organization’s nine regions — a $500 cash award to help defray college expenses.
To be eligible, applicants must be enrolled as a twelfth-grade student in a Mississippi high school at the time of application.
Applications must include two letters of recommendation, with one letter from the School Resource Officer (SRO) at the applicant’s school, a current high school transcript, and a completed attestation and disclaimer form. All sections of the application must be filled out completely and neatly.
Completed applications should be submitted to the MASRO Scholarship Committee via email at contactmasro@gmail.com no later than March 1, 2026. Awardees will be notified and honored during their school’s senior awards ceremony.
The MASRO scholarship is designed to support Mississippi students as they pursue higher education and to recognize academic achievement and community involvement.
For more information and to access the application form, visit masro.org/scholarship.
Monthly Menu: January 2026 (Breakfast & Lunch)
Reminder: Friday, December 19, 2025 is an early release day for students.
Elementary- 12:15PM
Junior High- 1:05PM
High School- 1:25PM
Students return to school on January 6, 2026.
Elementary- 12:15PM
Junior High- 1:05PM
High School- 1:25PM
Students return to school on January 6, 2026.
VHS Prom Announcement
The RISE GMI application is NOW OPEN! RISE GMI is a guaranteed minimum income program that will provide 550 low income Warren Co households with $1,500 monthly for 16 months. Apply by 12/19 at rise.aidkit.org/o/home
FRAMEWORK IN ACTION- VWSD is proud to partner with Reach University to offer employees an affordable, experience-based pathway to earning their bachelor’s degree and advancing their career in education. Join us on December 9 for more information. #wearevwsd #OneDistrictGrowingTogether
REMINDER: Schools will be closed for the Thanksgiving Holidays next week, November 24-November 28. Students return to school on Monday, December 1, 2025. Best wishes for a wonderful holiday!
FRAMEWORK IN ACTION- Vicksburg Warren School District – State of the District Address
We invite our VWSD families, staff, and community members to join us for the 2025 State of the District Address. Hear important updates, district accomplishments, and our vision moving forward.
South Zone Meeting:
December 8, 2025 (5:30 PM – 6:30 PM)
Dana/VIS Gym
Schools: Warrenton • Dana • VIS • South Park • VHS • VJHS
North Zone Meeting:
December 15, 2025 (5:30 PM – 6:30 PM)
Sherman/WCI
Schools: Bovina • Beechwood • Sherman • WCI • Redwood • WCHS • WJHS
We look forward to sharing the progress and future goals of VWSD with our community. Together, we are shaping success! #WeareVWSD #OneDistrictGrowingTogether
FRAMEWORK IN ACTION- Your voice matters!
VWSD is developing a district-wide Portrait of an Educator, and we want to hear from YOU.
What qualities should every VWSD educator have to help students feel supported, seen, and successful? Share your thoughts today!
Scan the QR code or visit tejoin.com and enter 358-657-185
Together, we are shaping the future of our schools. #wearevwsd #onecommunityonedistrict
VWSD is developing a district-wide Portrait of an Educator, and we want to hear from YOU.
What qualities should every VWSD educator have to help students feel supported, seen, and successful? Share your thoughts today!
Scan the QR code or visit tejoin.com and enter 358-657-185
Together, we are shaping the future of our schools. #wearevwsd #onecommunityonedistrict
We want to hear from YOU!
Help VWSD strengthen internal communication by completing this short, confidential survey. Your voice matters as we continue to grow and improve together!
Open November 5–9, 2025
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdSb_d9uGHcgQxtQW8G71B9XHPAbdVpww08m_PBsfxmR9xwWA/viewform
Help VWSD strengthen internal communication by completing this short, confidential survey. Your voice matters as we continue to grow and improve together!
Open November 5–9, 2025
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdSb_d9uGHcgQxtQW8G71B9XHPAbdVpww08m_PBsfxmR9xwWA/viewform
Monthly Menu: November 2025 (Breakfast & Lunch)
Erin Grace Smith, a HHS senior at Vicksburg High School, has been selected as a
2025-2026 Mississippi Secretary of State’s Student Ambassador. She is the
daughter of Dionne Carter and Eros Smith.
The Secretary of State’s Student Ambassador Program is a program between
high school seniors, the Secretary of State’s Office, and MS Secretary of State-
Michael Watson. Through the program, students with a passion for leadership
and state government are equipped to return to their schools as proponents of
voter education and awareness. They also have regular interactions with leaders
from the Secretary of State’s Office, Mississippi Legislature, and various other
state and local officials.
At Vicksburg High School, Erin Grace is the Class Vice-President, National
Technical Honor Society President, and a member of the Gator Girl Dance Team,
Soccer Team, Key Club. In the community, she attends Greater Grove Street M.B.
Church and is a member of the Warren County Youth Advisory Board. After High
School, she plans to attend a prestigious University, majoring in social or medical
science with a minor in pre-law, becoming a lawyer.
2025-2026 Mississippi Secretary of State’s Student Ambassador. She is the
daughter of Dionne Carter and Eros Smith.
The Secretary of State’s Student Ambassador Program is a program between
high school seniors, the Secretary of State’s Office, and MS Secretary of State-
Michael Watson. Through the program, students with a passion for leadership
and state government are equipped to return to their schools as proponents of
voter education and awareness. They also have regular interactions with leaders
from the Secretary of State’s Office, Mississippi Legislature, and various other
state and local officials.
At Vicksburg High School, Erin Grace is the Class Vice-President, National
Technical Honor Society President, and a member of the Gator Girl Dance Team,
Soccer Team, Key Club. In the community, she attends Greater Grove Street M.B.
Church and is a member of the Warren County Youth Advisory Board. After High
School, she plans to attend a prestigious University, majoring in social or medical
science with a minor in pre-law, becoming a lawyer.
Join Us for a Thanksgiving Feast!
Celebrate with the kids on Thursday, November 20th as the Child Nutrition Department hosts a delicious Thanksgiving Dinner! Enjoy turkey, ham, dressing, sides, and more. Plate lunches are $5 and include a drink. Don't forget to let your student's teacher know if you'll be joining. See you there!
Monthly Menu: October 2025 (Breakfast & Lunch)
The Mississippi Department of Education has released its annual accountability results, and the Vicksburg Warren School District is proud to once again earn a solid “B” rating. This accomplishment reflects the hard work of our students, teachers, parents, administrators, and community partners.
Superintendent Dr. Tori Holloway shared, “This success reflects the strength of our entire community. Together, we will keep growing and building opportunities for every student’s future.”
From elevating a shared vision, fostering collaboration, and strengthening community engagement, VWSD is proving that we are One District, One Community, Growing Together. 🌟
#weareVWSD #GrowingTogether #StudentSuccess
Monthly Menu: September 2025 (Breakfast & Lunch)
