Vernon Parks & Rec's "R.E.K. Vacation Camps will take place throughout the school year. Pre-registration is required.
Vernon Parks & Rec's "E-Sports" program will take place on Wednesdays, September 24 through October 22nd
Vernon Parks & Rec's "R.E.K. After School Program" registration is now open for the 2025-2026 school year.
Vernon Parks & Rec's "Youth Basketball Clinic" Session 2 will take place on Tuesdays, October 7th through October 28th
Registration is now open for Vernon Parks & Rec's "Recreation Basketball"
Registration is now open for South Windsor's Bobcat Wrestling
Rockville Public Library's "2025 Process Art Play" takes place on select Thursdays, September through December
It was back to school today for Vernon Public Schools students!
Superintendent Dr. Joseph P. Macary and Assistant Superintendent Robert Testa made their traditional tour of the elementary schools this morning to welcome kindergarteners to school and to give each of them a pencil. Dr. Macary and Mr. Testa also visited and welcomed new teachers.
“The first day of school is always a great day,” Dr. Macary said. “Everybody is excited and enthusiastic for the new year.”
The first day visits to schools also gives Dr. Macary and Mr. Testa a chance to consult with principals about any issues that crop up.
Students and teachers got to work quickly. Kindergarteners first learned about the school day, cafeteria time, bathroom time and met classmates. And then it was time for reading and other activities.
Superintendent Dr. Joseph P. Macary and Assistant Superintendent Robert Testa made their traditional tour of the elementary schools this morning to welcome kindergarteners to school and to give each of them a pencil. Dr. Macary and Mr. Testa also visited and welcomed new teachers.
“The first day of school is always a great day,” Dr. Macary said. “Everybody is excited and enthusiastic for the new year.”
The first day visits to schools also gives Dr. Macary and Mr. Testa a chance to consult with principals about any issues that crop up.
Students and teachers got to work quickly. Kindergarteners first learned about the school day, cafeteria time, bathroom time and met classmates. And then it was time for reading and other activities.
Vernon Public Schools Open Thursday, August 28th. Please drive carefully and remember to stop for school buses!
The 8th Regiment Connecticut Volunteer Infantry is seeking new members. If you're a Civil War Buff, enlist today!
The North Central Connecticut Job Fair will take place on September 25, 2025 at Vernon Center Middle School.
Vernon Cub Scout Pack 221's "Joining Night - First Meeting" will take place on September 23, 2025.
Vernon Cub Scout Pack 221's "Rockets! Launch into Cub Scouts" recruiting event will take place on September 16, 2025.
Rockville Public Library's "2026 Playdate @ The Library" will take place on select Mondays & Fridays, January through December.
Rockville Public Library's "2025 Family Crafternoon" takes place on select Wednesdays, August through December.
The Vernon Board of Education Meeting will take place on Monday, August 25, 2025.
The State of CT's Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities will sponsor a "Civil Rights Youth Summit: Attorney Pipeline Program" on November 2, 2025
• Rockville Public Library's "Music & Movement for Toddlers and Preschoolers" takes place on select Tuesdays, September through December
Rockville Public Library's "2025 Saturday Series" takes place on select Saturdays, August through December
Dear Vernon Families,
Welcome to the 2025-2026 school year. The first day of classes for all Vernon Public School students will be on Thursday, August 28, 2025. (Half- Day Pre-Kindergarten classes will start on Tuesday, September 2nd). We all are looking forward to a great year as our schools are filled with students who are excited to learn. Personally, I think the first day of school is the best day of the year. 😊
The 2025-2026 Bus Transportation Routes for all Vernon Public Schools are now posted on the district website at www.vernonpublicschools.org. Please visit our web page. On the top of the home page under “District Information”, click “Transportation” for all established bus routes by school. You can also click this link: https://www.vernonpublicschools.org/district-information/transportation
On Thursday, August 28, 2025 from 5PM to 8PM, the Superintendent’s Office will hold an Open House for all parents/guardians and community members. Anyone who is interested may come to the Central Office (located at 30 Park Street in Vernon) during that time to discuss individual student issues, educational initiatives, and the direction of the Vernon Public Schools. The Superintendent and Assistant Superintendent will be on hand to answer parental questions or discuss educational issues with the community. Appointments are not necessary.
This is a great school district and ‘Together, Students Learn, Achieve and Succeed’. To this end, we need students to be in school and classrooms a majority of the time for us to fulfill our mission and vision. Last year, 13.5% of our students (that is over 425 children) were chronically absent – meaning they were absent over 18 days out of 182. That negatively impacts learning and it not what is best for our children. Our goal is to have students attend school at least 95% of the time. Parents & Families are the primary source for student attendance as they rely on you for support to get to school. This year, the attached Administrative Regulations for BOE Policy 6153 (Field Trips) will be implemented on the first day of school – any student deemed ‘chronically absent’ will not be allowed to participate in extra-curricular activities like field trips. Please review the Board Policy #6153 and the administrative regulation carefully.
Thank you very much for your continued support of the Vernon Public Schools. Attached is the 2025-2026 school year calendar for your review. We all look forward to seeing our students back in school on Thursday, August 28th. Enjoy the rest of the summer and have a great school year!
Joseph P. Macary, Ed.D.
Superintendent of Schools
Town of Vernon, Connecticut
Welcome to the 2025-2026 school year. The first day of classes for all Vernon Public School students will be on Thursday, August 28, 2025. (Half- Day Pre-Kindergarten classes will start on Tuesday, September 2nd). We all are looking forward to a great year as our schools are filled with students who are excited to learn. Personally, I think the first day of school is the best day of the year. 😊
The 2025-2026 Bus Transportation Routes for all Vernon Public Schools are now posted on the district website at www.vernonpublicschools.org. Please visit our web page. On the top of the home page under “District Information”, click “Transportation” for all established bus routes by school. You can also click this link: https://www.vernonpublicschools.org/district-information/transportation
On Thursday, August 28, 2025 from 5PM to 8PM, the Superintendent’s Office will hold an Open House for all parents/guardians and community members. Anyone who is interested may come to the Central Office (located at 30 Park Street in Vernon) during that time to discuss individual student issues, educational initiatives, and the direction of the Vernon Public Schools. The Superintendent and Assistant Superintendent will be on hand to answer parental questions or discuss educational issues with the community. Appointments are not necessary.
This is a great school district and ‘Together, Students Learn, Achieve and Succeed’. To this end, we need students to be in school and classrooms a majority of the time for us to fulfill our mission and vision. Last year, 13.5% of our students (that is over 425 children) were chronically absent – meaning they were absent over 18 days out of 182. That negatively impacts learning and it not what is best for our children. Our goal is to have students attend school at least 95% of the time. Parents & Families are the primary source for student attendance as they rely on you for support to get to school. This year, the attached Administrative Regulations for BOE Policy 6153 (Field Trips) will be implemented on the first day of school – any student deemed ‘chronically absent’ will not be allowed to participate in extra-curricular activities like field trips. Please review the Board Policy #6153 and the administrative regulation carefully.
Thank you very much for your continued support of the Vernon Public Schools. Attached is the 2025-2026 school year calendar for your review. We all look forward to seeing our students back in school on Thursday, August 28th. Enjoy the rest of the summer and have a great school year!
Joseph P. Macary, Ed.D.
Superintendent of Schools
Town of Vernon, Connecticut
