Field Day is one of those days students talk about all year long. It’s a huge highlight of the school year, thoughtfully planned by Mrs. Maxwell, our amazing PE teacher. From parachute games and relay races to jump ropes, giant blocks, and LEGO building stations, there was something for everyone to enjoy. It was wonderful to see kids unplug and simply play together. These are the moments they’ll remember. This is childhood.

Our third graders led an amazing drum circle performance for the students and staff at Northeast School today! 🥁✨ They demonstrated leadership and confidence as they guided an engaging, fun, and culturally diverse drumming experience for our school community.

🐣 Meet the Flock! 🐣 The fifth graders in Mrs. Pelletier’s class are proud to announce the hatching of the ducklings! The ducklings are all doing very well and growing quickly each day. They have all been named and are slowly beginning to show off their unique personalities. Students have been inviting classrooms to come visit and meet the newly hatched ducklings, sharing their excitement and learning with the entire school community. Some students have even been taking the ducklings home for special weekend “sleepovers.” This beloved springtime tradition continues to be a favorite at Northeast School, bringing joy and responsibility to students and staff alike.

The Vernon Board of Education Regular Meeting will take place on Monday, June 8, 2026

The Vernon Board of Education's Finance Committee will meet on Monday, June 8, 2026

The Town of Vernon is offering Free Summer Meals for Kids 18 and Under

Please see the School Year 2026-2027 Meal Price Increase Letter to Parents

Belding Wildlife Management Area's "Free Summer Wildlife Programs" will take place on June 23rd, 30th, July 7th, 14th and 21st

"NES Captured in Time" Community Celebration - Time Capsule Event will take place on June 15, 2026

Rockville Public Library's "2026 Process Art Play" takes place on select Thursdays, June through December

The Teacher of the Year Committee is pleased to announce that Kelly Stein has been named the Vernon Public Schools 2025–2026 Teacher of the Year!

Kelly is a patient, flexible, innovative, and empathetic teacher whose passion for music is evident in everything she does. She believes that music is for everyone and has developed resources to support her diverse group of students across all five elementary schools. Kelly has an exceptional ability to motivate and inspire students to do their best, even when faced with challenges. She is constantly learning, creating new ways to engage students, and designing lessons that are both challenging and supportive so all students can reach their full potential.

In addition, Kelly works tirelessly to ensure the band program is accessible to all students by maintaining the school’s inventory of instruments so financial circumstances never become a barrier to participation. Her dedication, positivity, and commitment to equity make her an outstanding educator and an excellent representative of our district.

Please join us in congratulating Kelly on this well-deserved honor!

Please join us for the All Town Elementary Band Concert conducted by our Teacher Of The Year, Mrs. Stein!

The BOE Negotiations Committee will meet on Monday, June 1, 2026 at 6:45 PM

The BOE Personnel Search Committee will meet on Monday, June 1, 2026 at 6:00 PM

Registration is open for Vernon Troop 2020's Summer Camp, which will run from August 2 - 7, 2026

The Town of Vernon will provide Free Summer Meals for Kids 18 and Under from June 29th through August 14th, 2026

Rockville Public Library's "2026 Lego Club" takes place on select Mondays and Saturdays, June through December

This past Wednesday, the Department of Family, School & Community Partnerships proudly hosted our annual Ready, Set, Fair! It was an incredible event filled with excitement, connection, and community as we welcomed incoming students and families for the upcoming school year.

We truly enjoyed meeting so many amazing families, sharing resources, answering questions, and helping students feel prepared and excited for their next chapter. Events like these remind us of the importance of strong family and community partnerships in supporting student success.

Thank you to everyone who attended and helped make the event such a success. We are already looking forward to next year’s Ready, Set, Fair! 🎉📚✨

The BOE Ad Hoc 10-Year Facility Study & Master Plan Committee will meet on Tuesday, May 26, 2026

Dear Vernon Families,

On Monday, the Vernon Board of Education approved Michael Savignano as the new Principal at Lake Street School, effective July 1, 2026. He replaces Tracy Duenzl, who is retiring after 13 years as Principal at LSS. Mike was the Assistant Principal at Vernon Center Middle School for the past 4 years. Prior to that, he was the Instructional Coach at VCMS and taught in Vernon since August 2006 as a Language Arts Teacher and Department Facilitator. Mike has extensive experience with English Language Arts (ELA) Curriculum Development, Master Scheduling & Course Offerings, and Positive School Climate Practices. He received his Sixth Year Degree in Educational Leadership from the Central CT State University, his Master’s degree in Education and his Bachelor’s Degree in English, both from the University of Connecticut. Please join me in welcoming Mike to the Principalship in Vernon. Thank you for your continued support during this transitional period.

Joseph P. Macary, Ed.D.
Superintendent of Schools
Town of Vernon, Connecticut