Vicksburg Warren School District

NEWS YOU CAN USE—Vicksburg Warren School District is offering fun and engaging summer learning opportunities for students from PreK to 8th grade! When: June 2 – June 19, 2025 So make sure to register between April 23 – May 9, 2025! Scan the QR code or click the link to sign up! https://docs.google.com/.../1FAIpQLSeht.../viewform For more info, contact Dr. Regina O’Leary at roleary@vwsd.org or 601-534-1062. #wearevwsd

Reminder: All VWSD schools will be closed on Friday, April 18-Monday, April 21. Students return to school on Tuesday, April 22, 2025. Best wishes for a safe and wonderful holiday! #wearevwsd

📣 JOIN US! Be a part of shaping the future of our schools! You're invited to our Strategic Framework Community Meeting — your voice matters! One Community. One District. Growing Together. #wearevwsd

Happy National School Librarian Day! Today, we celebrate the heart of our schools—the librarians who spark curiosity, inspire learning, and open doors to endless possibilities. Thank you for making our libraries a place where imagination grows and knowledge thrives. 💛 VWSD School Librarian: Beechwood Elementary- Dara Hendrix Bovina Elementary- Marti Farrar Bowmar Elementary- Jennifer Nelson Dana Road Elementary- Mary Johnson Vicksburg Intermediate- Denita Johnson Redwood Elementary- Ashley Coomes Sherman Avenue Intermediate- Kathy Parker Warren Central Intermediate- Ursula Patterson South Park Elementar- LaTonya Williams Warrenton Elementary- Kimberly White Vicksburg Junior High- Mary Peoples Warren Central Junior High- Renee Harvey Vicksburg High- Mykeshia Bell Warren Central High- Stacey Willoughby #wearevwsd #NationalSchoolLibrarianDay

Attention Vicksburg-Warren graduating seniors! The Class of ‘98 'The Merge' Scholarship is now accepting applications! If you have a GPA of 2.5 or higher and plan to attend college in Summer or Fall 2025, don’t miss this opportunity! Applications are due Friday, April 25, 2025, at 2:00 P.M. Scan the QR code to apply and submit your sealed application packet to the designated school representative. #weareVWSD

Online Registration for the 2025-2026 school year is open from March 17-28, 2025! Make sure to have all required documents ready and register through your Active Parent account to secure your child’s spot! For more information, contact your child’s preferred school. Let’s get ready for another great year! #wearevwsd

Attention ALL WCHS senior athletes! Any senior, male or female, who has a varsity letter in a WC sport qualifies for this as long as you complete the form, have at least a GPA of 3.0, and have not accepted a significant athletic scholarship. The deadline is April 1 at NOON for a chance to get a $1000 scholarship. You must use your VWSD account to apply. Please share! http://bit.ly/42TWyy7 #WCVikings #Scholarships

It is with great pleasure that we announce that two of our VWSD students have advanced to the 2025 Mississippi Spelling Bee in Columbus, Mississippi on March 21-22, 2025 at the Mississippi University of Women. The students are Malcolm Lewis, 5th Grade, Bowmar Elementary School and Norberto Nadal-Troche, 8th Grade, Academy of Innovation. The students from Mississippi counties with the highest scores on the online semi-final round moved on to compete in the state-level competition. It was a very competitive process. Malcolm and Norberto scored in the top 25. We would like to thank the school-level coordinators, Ms. Magen Westcott at Bowmar and Mrs. Samantha Hawn Ross at the Academy of Innovation. The district spelling bee coordinator is Dr. La’Tonya Jackson.

All Rise: Summer Day Camp for Youth! Ready to object, defend, and lead? Happening June 2-6, 2025, for an action-packed camp where you’ll step into the world of law, justice, and leadership! - Meet real lawyers & judges - Participate in mock trials & debate battles - Build confidence & critical thinking Application Deadline: May 16, 2025 https://www.judgeterrett.com/camp

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