Today we celebrate National School Librarian Day and the incredible librarians who make a difference across the Vicksburg Warren School District.
Our VWSD librarians do far more than manage books—they inspire a love for reading, guide students in discovering new ideas, support teachers in the classroom, and create welcoming spaces where learning comes to life.
Thank you to each of our dedicated librarians for helping shape the future of our students—one page, one lesson, and one discovery at a time. Your impact reaches far beyond the library walls.
2025-2026 VWSD School Librarians
Beechwood Elementary- Dara Hendrix
Bovina Elementary- Marti Farrar
Bowmar Elementary- Jennifer Nelson
Dana Road Elementary- Mary Johnson
Redwood Elementary- Ashley Coomes
Sherman Avenue Elementary- Kathy Parker
South Park Elementary- Judith Johnson
Vicksburg High- Mykeshia Bell
Vicksburg Intermediate- Zamoria Taylor
Vicksburg Junior High- Mary Peoples
Warren Central High- Stacey Willoughby
Warren Central Intermediate- Ursula Patterson
Warren Central Junior High- Renee Harvey
Warrenton Elementary- Kimberly White
#WeAreVWSD #OneCommunityOneDistrict
Our VWSD librarians do far more than manage books—they inspire a love for reading, guide students in discovering new ideas, support teachers in the classroom, and create welcoming spaces where learning comes to life.
Thank you to each of our dedicated librarians for helping shape the future of our students—one page, one lesson, and one discovery at a time. Your impact reaches far beyond the library walls.
2025-2026 VWSD School Librarians
Beechwood Elementary- Dara Hendrix
Bovina Elementary- Marti Farrar
Bowmar Elementary- Jennifer Nelson
Dana Road Elementary- Mary Johnson
Redwood Elementary- Ashley Coomes
Sherman Avenue Elementary- Kathy Parker
South Park Elementary- Judith Johnson
Vicksburg High- Mykeshia Bell
Vicksburg Intermediate- Zamoria Taylor
Vicksburg Junior High- Mary Peoples
Warren Central High- Stacey Willoughby
Warren Central Intermediate- Ursula Patterson
Warren Central Junior High- Renee Harvey
Warrenton Elementary- Kimberly White
#WeAreVWSD #OneCommunityOneDistrict

Reminder: All VWSD schools will be closed on Friday, April 3rd-Monday, April 6th.
Students return to school on Tuesday, April 7, 2026. Best wishes for a safe and wonderful holiday!
#WeareVWSD #OneDistrictOneCommunity

FRAMEWORK IN ACTION- The future is bright in Vicksburg Warren School District!
Join us for the Future In Focus Student Showcase hosted by the VWSD Joint Student Government Association on Saturday, March 21, 2026, from 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM at Warren Central High School.
This exciting event will highlight the creativity, leadership, and talent of our students with:
⭐ Student Entrepreneurs
🎭 Fine Arts Performances
🍔 Delicious Food Trucks
🎡 Carnival Games & More
Bring the whole family and come support our students as they showcase their ideas, talents, and innovation.
QR Code Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe7lpeD1bRFwf6sQMckGZE96geQ0cHfq575YT-WPlW1BWV5Qw/viewform
#WeAreVWSD #OneCommunityOneDistrict

Vicksburg Warren School District will be on Spring Break from March 9-13, 2026. Enjoy your time off, and we’ll see students back in class on Monday, March 16, 2026!

Monthly Menu: March 2026 (Breakfast and Lunch)



FRAMEWORK IN ACTION- VWSD Community Connect Tour 2026
Join us on March 24, 2026 at 9AM for an inside look at all the incredible things happening across the Vicksburg Warren School District!
Sign-ups will close on Thursday, March 5 at 4PM, so be sure to register before the deadline! Scan the QR code or click the link below to reserve your spot today!
https://forms.gle/MsMpQtPrzms8zPpe7
#WeAreVWSD #OneCommunityOneDistrict #GrowingTogether
Join us on March 24, 2026 at 9AM for an inside look at all the incredible things happening across the Vicksburg Warren School District!
Sign-ups will close on Thursday, March 5 at 4PM, so be sure to register before the deadline! Scan the QR code or click the link below to reserve your spot today!
https://forms.gle/MsMpQtPrzms8zPpe7
#WeAreVWSD #OneCommunityOneDistrict #GrowingTogether

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.

WARREN CENTRAL PARADE OF CHAMPIONS
VIKING NATION, GET READY!! We’re celebrating a semester of excellence!
Join us December 22, 2025 at 3:00 PM on Washington Street in Downtown Vicksburg as we honor our 6A State Football, Class II Girls and Boys State Swim, and Little 6 9th Grade Football Championship Teams! Parade will also include our very on BIG BLUE BAND, WC Cheerleaders, and WC Vikettes! The parade will roll straight into a Special Ceremony at Washington Street Park where our champions will be recognized in front of the community that lifted them all season long.
🏆 PLUS — BIG NEWS!
On Monday, December 15th, Warren Central Football will officially launch its Championship Ring Fundraisers to help our players secure the rings they earned on the field. Your support means everything as we work to commemorate this historic season!
🔥 Bring the family. Bring the noise. Bring the Viking spirit.
Let’s celebrate the "Home of Champions" the only way we know how — LOUD and PROUD!
#11Brothers
#27Made
#HomeOfChampions

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

The Vikings are championship bound! Warren Central will compete for the 2025 MHSAA 6A State Championship this Friday at Mississippi State University. Let’s unite as a community, bring the energy, and cheer our team to victory! #weareVWSD


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)



