Gateway Wellness Center is hosting several great events for Cumberland County residents this month!
Ten students from Mrs. Belvett’s Creative Writing class at Vineland High School Asselta Building earned selection for publication by Young Writers, an organization devoted to fostering creativity and literary talent among young people.
Since 1991 in the UK and 2007 in the United States, Young Writers has hosted national writing contests for schools. Their mission is to ignite imagination, transform creative talent into confidence and essential writing skills, and ultimately instill a lifelong love of writing.
The students selected for their mini saga pieces in October’s Fright Club contest are Gabriella Baker, Mykhailo Chernai, Timothy Coghan, Nuje Diaz, Emily Kulpin, Elijah Milbourne, Jeremy Pabon Perez, Katina Patton, Robin Rodriguez, and Willie Smith, Their work will be featured in an upcoming Young Writers publication due out in late March showcasing their talents and encouraging them to continue refining their craft.
Kimon Myrie, Londyn Allen, and Ta'myrah Woods are the Vineland High School January Dancers of the Month! Kimon is an Advanced Dance student who comes to his dance class each morning prepared to give 200% effort. Kimon loves to learn and study all styles of dance and is an incredible performer! He has been creating some incredible student choreography that will be showcased in May. Londyn is a freshman and a talented Dance 1 Student. Londyn is a quiet learner who works hard to be successful in her dance class while always supporting and encouraging her peers. Ta'myrah is a sophomore, and as she says, she "finally" got into dance class and says it is her favorite class of her day. She enters the dance studio each day with a huge smile on her face and is always ready to get moving.
These January Dancers are hard working, respectful, kind and a true pleasure to have in our VHS Dance Program!
Vineland winter sports upperclassmen had a great morning at Dane Barse Elementary on Friday, greeting students and spreading positivity to kick off the day!
Mennies School 5th-grade students applied for and were assigned jobs throughout the school, including roles on the WMEN News Crew! With the guidance of Ms. Kreck, these students work together each morning to produce our school news broadcast. They create slides, make announcements, and handle behind-the-scenes production.
This Wednesday, they welcomed special guests to assist with the flag salute. 🇺🇸 We are so proud of our 5th graders for demonstrating responsibility in their roles and making our morning news a success!
Students in the Mennies Magnet Club enjoyed a special treat at lunch—ice cream! 🍦 These students have met the club’s high standards for attendance, behavior, and academic performance.
Mennies' Magnet Club members exemplify our core character traits and demonstrate the Portrait of a Graduate competencies. We are incredibly proud of our star students for their dedication and excellence!
Students form Dr. William Mennies school proudly led the flag city at the Vineland City Council meeting on January 28. Thank you, Vineland City Council, for inviting us to your meeting!
The Vineland High School Interact Club visited Spring Oaks Assisted Living Home on January 16th. Residents and club members decorated sun catchers and colored coloring pages. Club members and residents enjoyed getting to know each other and hope to return for future visits.
In Rossi Elementary School, Mrs. Jones’s first-grade class had a wonderful time learning about the Lunar New Year. The students and Mrs. Jones learned very interesting facts about this holiday while tasting delicious food from a local restaurant, Ikura, located on Landis Avenue. The class ended their lesson with a traditional Lion Dance, and they received a red envelope for good fortune.
Last night, on January 29, the Olympic Honors Band delivered an incredible performance. VHS Marching Band members Colin J., Jeshua M., and Alex C. were among the talented musicians who took the stage. A special congratulations to Alex for earning the prestigious role of 1st Trumpet! We are so proud of all our VHS members and their outstanding achievements. Well done!
Just a reminder! Friday, January 31, is a legal attendance day (half day) for all schools due to afternoon teacher workshops. Please make appropriate arrangements for transportation or, if your child rides a bus, to have someone available to greet them. School hours can be found here: https://5il.co/2rynu
On Tuesday, students in Ms. Armanini's class at Pilla Middle School read the book "A Small Brown Dog with a Wet Pink Nose." The class discussed Critical Thinking, a Portrait of a Graduate competency.
Students reflected on the importance of perseverance and creativity in problem solving. Students then acted as detectives and solved mystery math problems. The activity was designed to foster a deeper understanding of critical thinking skills and their application in real-world scenarios. The students excelled as detectives and solved the mystery!
On January 16th, Petway Elementary School's third-grade classes participated in a Cumberland ROCKS project with the Cumberland County Prosecutor's Office. The purpose was to promote pride and positivity in Cumberland County. Each student picked a business or favorite place in Cumberland County and painted a picture on a rock to represent that particular place. All supplies were provided by the Cumberland County Prosecutor’s Office as part of their "Cumberland ROCKS!" initiative. The rocks will be placed at various locations around Cumberland County. When someone finds the rock, they can share the picture on social media using the hashtag #CCROCKS
Please help support the Vineland High School National Honor Society!
They are hosting a Chick-fil-A Nugget Tray Fundraiser just in time for the Big Game.
Small Nugget tray $48 (64 Nuggets)
Small Grilled Nugget Tray $55 (64 Nuggets)
Just Heat It When You Need It!
Please see the attached form for more information and to order: https://bit.ly/3EbsmUF
Today, 5th-grade students in Ms. Farside's class at Sabater Elementary School participated in a gallery walk where they had the opportunity to read and evaluate each other's essays. They walked around the classroom, reviewing their peers' work, providing feedback, and discussing their thoughts. This activity not only helped them practice critical thinking and constructive criticism but also gave them a chance to see different perspectives and improve their own writing through the insights of their classmates. It was a great way to foster collaboration and enhance their writing skills.
Come out for a day of fun and fundraising at the Vineland Public Library Mini-Golf Fundraiser! This event is sponsored by the Friends of Vineland Public Library and will take place on Friday, January 31, 6-10 pm and Saturday, February 1, 10 am - 4 pm. Enjoy a round of mini-golf while supporting the programs and services that make our library a cornerstone of the community.
Please see the attached Flyers for Information.
Bring your friends and family for a unique and exciting event. All proceeds will directly support library programs for children, youth, and adults at our Library.
Reserve your spot today! Thank you in advance for your support. We can’t wait to see you all on the green!
The kindergarten classes at Dr. William Mennies Elementary School recently learned about Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and the important lessons he taught about fairness and kindness. The students explored Dr. King’s legacy of promoting equality and peace, and discussed how we can all be more kind and fair to one another every day.
To put their new understanding into action, the students created a beautiful Peace Tree, where they wrote down their own promises to be fair and kind. The children did an excellent job drawing pictures that represented their commitments, from sharing and helping others, to being a good friend and treating everyone equally. It was truly inspiring to see how these young minds are already embracing Dr. King's message of love and respect for all. The Peace Tree is a wonderful reminder of how small acts of kindness can make a big difference in our world.
Just a reminder for VHS Seniors!
Mrs. Rafael’s second-grade students at Barse Elementary School created structures and a shake table to simulate an earthquake and its effects on buildings!
Mennies held its 4th annual Family Game Night on January 23rd. The event was sponsored by a Pride in Education Grant from the Vineland Education Association. Almost 300 students and their family members came out to Mennies to enjoy a night of family, food, and fun! Families enjoyed playing board games, classic card games, floor puzzles, and even Cornhole. Delicious pizza made by Pizza Queen was served, as well as chips and water. Families were gifted with water bottles and frisbees as a thank you for attending. Vineland Education Association and school staff volunteers helped make this event a huge success!
