Vineland Public Schools

09/04/2026

The positive energy of a new school year continued across Vineland Public Schools today!

Members of the Central Administration team spent the second day of school visiting more schools across the district. It was great to see students settling back into their routines and the excitement that comes with the start of a new year.

Thank you to everyone who welcomed us into their schools over the past two days. We look forward to continuing our visits and spending time with more of our school communities in the days ahead!

09/04/2026

09/03/2026

It's the home opener for Vineland High School varisity football! Join us at Gittone Stadium at 6pm as the Fighting Clan take on the Timber Creek Chargers.

If you can't make it, watch our stream live at 6pm on our YouTube channel:

The Fighting Clan face-off against the Timber Creek Chargers at Git...

09/03/2026

Welcome back, Vineland Public Schools!

Today marked the first day of the 2026-27 school year, and our schools were once again filled with students and staff ready to begin a new year together.
Members of central administration spent the day visiting schools across the district, welcoming students and staff and getting a firsthand look at the first day in action.

School visits will continue tomorrow as we make our way across the district and connect with even more of our school communities.

Thank you to our students, families, staff, and everyone who helped make the first day a successful one. We’re excited to see what the year ahead brings!

09/03/2026

The first day of school started a little differently for one Sabater Elementary School family this morning!

Superintendent Dr. Ariel Lajara joined two Sabater students and their family at home for breakfast before walking them to school for their first day of the 2026-27 school year.

It was a special way to begin the morning and share in a moment that thousands of Vineland families experienced today as students returned to classrooms across the district.

Welcome back, Vineland! We’re excited to have our students back and officially begin a new school year.

09/02/2026

Vineland Public Schools officially kicked off the 2026–27 school year today with the Superintendent’s Convocation, bringing together every staff member from across the district for two sessions at Vineland High School.

The morning began with plenty of VHS spirit as the marching band and cheerleaders welcomed staff. Student leaders also took the stage to address employees and help welcome the district back for a new school year. Members of the Vineland Board of Education, local government leaders, district administrators, and the Superintendent’s Cabinet joined staff for the event.

Superintendent Dr. Ariel Lajara addressed the district as a whole, sharing his vision for Vineland Public Schools and setting the stage for the year ahead. His message focused on the work we share as one district and the role every employee plays in supporting our students and schools.
Today’s convocation was also an opportunity to recognize the people who make Vineland Public Schools what it is. From our classrooms and school buildings to the many departments that support them each day, every member of the VPS team contributes to the work of serving our students and families.

Thank you to everyone who helped make today’s convocation possible, and welcome back to all of our Vineland Public Schools staff. We’re looking forward to a great 2026–27 school year!

09/02/2026

Our youngest learners are getting ready for a new school year! Dr. Ariel Lajara spent the afternoon visiting students and families at Barse Elementary School’s kindergarten orientation and Dallago Preschool’s Back to School Night.

Both events gave families an opportunity to connect with school staff, become more familiar with their schools, and help students get ready for the first day. Dr. Lajara enjoyed welcoming families and sharing in the excitement as our preschool and kindergarten students prepare to begin the year.

We’re looking forward to welcoming our students back to school!

09/01/2026

Dr. Ariel Lajara stopped by Little Lamb Preschool today during their open house, where he had the opportunity to tour the school, learn more about their programs, and meet some of the staff who help give Vineland’s youngest learners a great start. Thank you to the Little Lamb team for the warm welcome and for sharing a look inside your school! ❤️

09/01/2026

Dr. Ariel Lajara stopped by Wallace Middle School today to welcome Sodexo food service team members as they gathered for their opening meeting ahead of the new school year.

Dr. Lajara thanked the team for the important work they do each day to serve students across Vineland Public Schools and wished them a great start to the year.

We appreciate our food service partners and all they do to support our students and school communities. Welcome back!