Vernon Public Schools

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

Rockville Public Library's "Summer 26 Teen Events" will take place on various dates through the Summer

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

VCMS PTO will be raffling off 3 oversized VCMS Blankets at Square Peg Pizza on May 26, 2026

The VCMS PTO's "(un)Meeting at Square Peg Pizza" will take place on May 26, 2026

Apply today for Rockville Public Library's "Tween Advisory Group"

Rockville Public Library's "Meet a Ballerina" will take place on May 23, 2026

Rockville Public Library's "2026 Family Crafternoon" takes place on select days May through December

A huge congratulations to all of our 4th and 5th grade chorus members for their amazing all town concert last Wednesday! Under the direction of Mrs. Perrett-Manly, Ms. Smallidge, Mrs. March, Mrs. Preyer, and Mr. Dunia all 5 elementary school choruses came together for the concert! Almost 300 hundred students sang beautifully together to show that music connects us all. Our students sounded wonderful and it was a testament to all of their (and their music teachers') hard work! WELL DONE!!!

The Vernon Board of Education Special Meeting will take place on Monday, May 18th in the Rockville High School Library/Media Center.

We are happy to share that the NES time capsule that was buried in 1976 was officially located and the Department of Public Works (DPW) has removed it from the ground. It is located by the garden bed near the East Street doors. The District is currently working with DPW on the next steps for opening the capsule. Once we have a clearer timeline, we hope to coordinate an in school event for staff and students and an afterschool event for families and the community to celebrate and showcase this piece of NES history. We will share additional details as plans develop.

It’s field trip season! Today our kindergarten classes had an exciting visit to the Vernon Fire Department, Police Department, ambulance services. Students learned about emergencies, safety, and the important role first responders play in helping our community every day. Thank you to everyone who welcomed our students and made this a fun and educational experience!

First Graders had a fantastic day at Hill-Stead Museum! Students learned that it was once the home of the Pope family and explored rooms filled with artwork and history. They also spent time in the gardens where students sat and drew pictures of what they saw.

Rockville Rotary Club's "Rose Sale" will take place on June 4, 2026

VCMS PTO's "Square Peg Pizza" Fundraiser will take place on May 26, 2026

Vernon's "Meet on the Street Festival" will take place on May 21, 2026

Vernon's "Ready - Set - School Fair" will take place on May 20, 2026