Vicksburg High School

SENIOR NIGHT IN THE SWAMP! Join us this Thursday as Vicksburg High School celebrates our Class of 2027 Seniors during our final home game of the season! Before kickoff, we will take a special moment to recognize our seniors and their families for their dedication, commitment, and contributions to Vicksburg High School. Vicksburg High School Gators vs. Lanier Bulldogs Date: Thursday, November 5, 2026 Location: James E. Stirgus Sr. Memorial Stadium Senior Night Presentations: 6:00 PM Game Kickoff: 7:00 PM IMPORTANT SENIOR NIGHT INFORMATION: * Parents and guardians participating in Senior Night presentations must arrive on the field by 5:30 PM. * All parents and guardians are still required to purchase a game ticket for stadium entry. * No balloons will be permitted inside the stadium for Senior Night presentations. We look forward to celebrating our seniors and their accomplishments with our Gator family! ONE LAST HOME GAME. ONE UNFORGETTABLE SENIOR NIGHT. LET’S GO GATORS! #VicksburgHighSchool #GatorPride #SeniorNight2026 #FridayNightLights #WelcomeToTheSwamp

For: Juniors and Selected Seniors
Date: November 11, 2026
Time: 8:30am

Fall into the fun at Vicksburg High School! Join us for the Gator Fall Festival on November 11th at 2:00 PM! Enjoy an afternoon filled with food, games, fun, and Gator spirit! Tickets are just $3 and may only be purchased during your assigned lunch period. Don’t forget to bring your lawn chairs! We can’t wait to see our Gators there!

IT’S TIME TO MEET THE GATORS! Join us TONIGHT, Wednesday, October 28, at 6:00 PM in the Vicksburg High School Gymnasium as we introduce our Basketball, Cheerleading, Bowling, and Soccer teams! Come out, show your support, and celebrate our student-athletes as they prepare for an exciting season!

Our Vicksburg High School seniors had the wonderful opportunity to attend the 16th Annual HBCU Fall College Fair at Tougaloo College on Monday, October 26, 2026! Students were able to explore college opportunities, connect with representatives from various Historically Black Colleges and Universities, and gain valuable insight into their future educational journeys. Preparing our Gators for the next chapter, one opportunity at a time!

Student Pop-Up Shop and Trunk or Treat @WCHS

Vicksburg High School is celebrating Red Ribbon Week, October 26–30! Choose Health. Choose Life. Drug Free Today, Brighter Tomorrow!

Congratulations to our HHS Academy Teacher of the Month for September for, Kaynetra Tucker, and Student of the Month, Ashlie Boggan! Your recognition reflects your dedication to excellence and your commitment to demonstrating Habit 3: Begin with the End in Mind. Beginning with the end in mind means setting clear goals, making purposeful decisions, and creating a plan for success. Through our Portrait of a Graduate, we emphasize Critical Thinking: "I Think. I Solve. I Grow." By setting meaningful goals, thinking critically, solving problems, and reflecting on progress through SpacesEDU, we are building the skills necessary for success in school, college, career, and life. A special thank you to The Lighthouse Team for supporting and celebrating excellence by donating Punkies Classroom Rewards to recognize our outstanding teacher and student! Continue to Begin with the End in Mind by setting goals, staying focused on your purpose, and making every step count toward your future. Congratulations, Ms. Kaynetra Tucker and Ashlie Boggan! Vicksburg High School is proud of you!

HOMECOMING 2026: WHERE THE SWAMP MEETS THE RED CARPET! The lights are shining, the red carpet is rolling out, and it’s time to kick off our Homecoming celebrations in true GATOR STYLE! Vicksburg High School proudly presents “Where the Swamp Meets the Red Carpet: A Grammy Affair!” Our Homecoming festivities officially begin with the 2026 Coronation Ball, an unforgettable evening of elegance, royalty, glamour, and GATOR PRIDE! 👑 CORONATION BALL 2026 📅 Wednesday, October 21, 2026 ⏰ 7:00 PM 📍 Vicksburg High School Gymnasium Join us as we celebrate our Homecoming Court and crown our 2026 Homecoming royalty in a night worthy of the red carpet! Tickets are available for purchase through GoFan using the link below: https://gofan.co/event/6977119 #VicksburgHighSchool #VHSHomecoming2026 #WhereTheSwampMeetsTheRedCarpet #AGrammyAffair #CoronationBall2026 #GatorPride

CELEBRATING OUR AMAZING VHS CUSTODIANS! Although Custodian Appreciation Week took place during our Fall Break, we couldn’t let the opportunity pass without recognizing the incredible individuals who work tirelessly behind the scenes to keep Vicksburg High School looking its BEST! Today, we’re giving a special shoutout to Ms. Regina, Ms. Amanda, Mr. T., and Ms. Bay-Bay! From early mornings to long afternoons, their hard work, dedication, and commitment help ensure that our students, faculty, and staff have a clean, safe, and welcoming environment each and every day. Your efforts never go unnoticed, and we want you to know just how much you are LOVED, VALUED, and APPRECIATED! Thank you for everything you do to keep Gator Nation shining! #VicksburgHighSchool #GatorNation #CustodianAppreciationWeek #GatorPride

Once a Gator, Always a Gator! 🏈💚 Today, Vicksburg High School alumni and former Homecoming Maids of Honor, sisters T’Amber Butler (2016–2017) and Lauren Butler (2020–2021), returned to their alma mater to give back by providing a pregame meal for the VHS football team ahead of tonight’s matchup against Provine High School! Years later, their love and support for their alma mater remain strong. It’s always a great day to give back to the place that helped shape you! 💚 A special thank you to S&B Catering for preparing today’s delicious meal! Wishing our Gators the best of luck tonight! Bring home the WIN! #OnceAGatorAlwaysAGator #GatorPride #VicksburgHighSchool

Vicksburg High School’s Freshman Academy had the pleasure of welcoming Mr. Adrian Clark, Academic Counselor from Hinds Community College – Vicksburg Campus, as a special guest speaker! Mr. Clark shared valuable insight with our freshmen, encouraging them to begin thinking about their academic futures, setting goals, and exploring the opportunities available beyond high school. We sincerely thank Mr. Clark for taking the time to speak with our students and for helping inspire the next generation of scholars and future leaders. At Vicksburg High School, we are preparing our Gators for success beyond the classroom! #VicksburgHighSchool #GatorPride #FreshmanAcademy #HindsCommunityCollege #FutureReady

ASVAB Testing 2026

Senior Portrait Make-Up Day is scheduled for Monday, October 19, 2026, at 9:00 A.M. This is your opportunity to capture a special memory that will last a lifetime and be featured in our yearbook! Important Reminders: * Sitting Fee: $30 * Location: To Be Announced * Boys: Wear a white button-down shirt. A black tie and jacket will be provided. * Girls: Arrive with your hair neatly styled. A black drape and pearl necklace will be provided. Please arrive on time, prepared, and ready to be photographed!

Congratulations to Vicksburg High School’s EDI Academy Student and Teacher of the Month for September! We are proud to recognize Aaniyah Kelly (Student of the Month) and Ms. Alexandria Sanchez (Teacher of the Month) for their outstanding dedication, leadership, and commitment to excellence! Both individuals continue to make a positive impact within our EDI Academy through hard work, innovation, and a passion for success. Their efforts reflect the values of Engineering, Design, and Innovation while inspiring others to strive for greatness. From Ideas to Impact! Congratulations to both of our September honorees! We are proud to celebrate your achievements and contributions to Gator Nation! #VHSGators #EDIAcademy #StudentOfTheMonth #TeacherOfTheMonth #GatorExcellence

VICKSBURG HIGH SCHOOL HOMECOMING 2026! Where the Swamp Meets the Red Carpet: A Grammy Affair! Get ready for a week of glamour, tradition, school spirit, and unforgettable memories as we roll out the red carpet for Vicksburg High School Homecoming 2026! Coronation Ball: October 21 | 7:00 PM | VHS Gymnasium Homecoming Parade: October 22 | 6:00 PM | Downtown Vicksburg Homecoming Football Game: October 23 | Kickoff at 7:00 PM From crowning royalty to celebrating our Gator pride, this Homecoming is sure to be a star-studded affair! Calling all students, alumni, families, and the Vicksburg community to join us as we celebrate the legacy and pride of Vicksburg High School! #VHSHomecoming2026 #WhereTheSwampMeetsTheRedCarpet #AGrammyAffair #GatorPride

Seniors, it’s time to take the next step toward your future! Get2College will be at Vicksburg High School this October to help students prepare for life after graduation. College Application Day October 14 | 9:30 AM Receive assistance completing your college admissions applications. FAFSA Completion Day October 20 | 9:00 AM–3:00 PM Meet with a Get2College representative for assistance completing the 2027–2028 FAFSA. Be sure to scan the QR code on the flyer to schedule your appointment. Take advantage of these opportunities to get your college journey started. Class of 2027, your future is calling!

Calling all future Gator archers!

Vicksburg High School will host an Archery Team Interest Meeting on Thursday, October 1 at 4:00 PM in Room 1323. Whether you’re experienced or simply interested in learning more, all interested students are welcome to attend!

Come learn what it takes to join the VHS Archery Team and get ready to take your shot!

#VicksburgHighSchool #VHSArchery #GatorPride

Congratulations to Vicksburg High School’s very own Landon Prentiss on being selected to serve on the 2026–2027 State Superintendent Advisory Council through the Mississippi Department of Education!

This distinguished opportunity will allow Landon to represent student voices, share his perspective, and contribute to conversations surrounding educational opportunities and policies across Mississippi.

We are incredibly proud to see one of our Gators representing Vicksburg High School on the state level. Congratulations, Landon! Gator Pride is STATEWIDE! 🐊