š©ŗ Important Health Update for Parents
Our school nurse has shared an important newsletter about the growing concern over flavored nicotine and caffeine pouches that are being marketed toward kids.
Please take a few minutes to read ā itās full of helpful information on what to look for and how to talk with your child about these risks.
š Read the newsletter here ā”ļøļæ¼
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1fN-EloXs6swKNgVz695LF7fMFGbeCRoP/view?usp=drivesdk
š Celebrating Academic Excellence!
Last Wednesday, Nov. 5, 2025, we had the pleasure of recognizing our outstanding Academic Letter Recipients during a special Academic Breakfast. These students have demonstrated exceptional dedication and commitment to their studiesāearning academic letters for their hard work and achievement.
It was a great opportunity to celebrate the studentsā accomplishments with their parents and staff, recognizing the effort needed to maintain high academic standards. Their success reflects their determination and the support of teachers, families, and the school community.
A heartfelt thank you to our amazing kitchen staff for preparing and serving a delicious breakfast for this celebrationāit made the morning even more special!
Congratulations to all of our Academic Letter Recipientsāyou make us proud to be Vulcans! š§”š¤
Last Wednesday, Nov. 5, 2025, we had the pleasure of recognizing our outstanding Academic Letter Recipients during a special Academic Breakfast. These students have demonstrated exceptional dedication and commitment to their studiesāearning academic letters for their hard work and achievement.
It was a great opportunity to celebrate the studentsā accomplishments with their parents and staff, recognizing the effort needed to maintain high academic standards. Their success reflects their determination and the support of teachers, families, and the school community.
A heartfelt thank you to our amazing kitchen staff for preparing and serving a delicious breakfast for this celebrationāit made the morning even more special!
Congratulations to all of our Academic Letter Recipientsāyou make us proud to be Vulcans! š§”š¤
š£ Welcome to Vassar Schools, Mrs. Diana Castle-Meszaros!
Weāre excited to welcome Mrs. Castle to our team as our new 6-12 Behavior Interventionist!
She brings over 30 years of experience in education, beginning her career in private schools before spending more than two decades with Beecher Schools as a teacher, principal, and central office administrator.
Mrs. Castle is passionate about helping students grow, supporting positive behavior, and building strong school connections. She shared that what she loves most about education is being on the front linesāhelping students navigate challenges and celebrate their successes.
Weāre thrilled to have Mrs. Castle join the Vulcan family! Read her introduction for further information about her!š§”š¤
Weāre excited to welcome Mrs. Castle to our team as our new 6-12 Behavior Interventionist!
She brings over 30 years of experience in education, beginning her career in private schools before spending more than two decades with Beecher Schools as a teacher, principal, and central office administrator.
Mrs. Castle is passionate about helping students grow, supporting positive behavior, and building strong school connections. She shared that what she loves most about education is being on the front linesāhelping students navigate challenges and celebrate their successes.
Weāre thrilled to have Mrs. Castle join the Vulcan family! Read her introduction for further information about her!š§”š¤
Dear Families,
We just wanted to inform you of possible upcoming adjustments to student schedules. This week, we will be making a few adjustments in the middle school to balance a few large classes and ensure all students are receiving the support they need for academic success.
As we look ahead to the semester change, we may need to make additional schedule adjustments to continue addressing student academic needs and ensure we are meeting the needs of all learners. We will be meeting with students to discuss any changes that affect their schedules and to answer any questions they may have. Please reach out if you have any questions about schedule changes that may impact your student.
We appreciate your understanding and flexibility as we work to provide the best possible learning environment for all students.
Sincerely,
Erin Raymond
6ā12 Principal
Vassar Public Schools
Jenna Fish
6ā12 Academic Counselor
Vassar Public Schools
We just wanted to inform you of possible upcoming adjustments to student schedules. This week, we will be making a few adjustments in the middle school to balance a few large classes and ensure all students are receiving the support they need for academic success.
As we look ahead to the semester change, we may need to make additional schedule adjustments to continue addressing student academic needs and ensure we are meeting the needs of all learners. We will be meeting with students to discuss any changes that affect their schedules and to answer any questions they may have. Please reach out if you have any questions about schedule changes that may impact your student.
We appreciate your understanding and flexibility as we work to provide the best possible learning environment for all students.
Sincerely,
Erin Raymond
6ā12 Principal
Vassar Public Schools
Jenna Fish
6ā12 Academic Counselor
Vassar Public Schools
Family fun at Bullard Sanford Memorial Library on Monday!
š Join us in giving a big shoutout to three awesome Vassar High School students who scored exceptionally well on the SAT! š Your hard work and focus really paid off, and youāre setting an amazing example for everyone at VHS!
Weāre so proud of you ā and grateful for the teachers and families who helped along the way. Way to go! āØ
Our 9th grade students in Mr. Schulers class, have been diving into The Gilded Age ā a term coined by Mark Twain to describe a time of great wealth and progress for some, built on the hard work of many others. While America appeared golden on the surface, Twain reminded us that beneath the shine was solid steel ā the struggles of underpaid workers and the reality of inequality.
Students did an amazing job bringing this complex era to life through creative projects that explored both the brilliance and the challenges of this important period in U.S. history! ššŗšø
š A Huge Thank You to the Womenās Life Group! š
We are beyond grateful for this amazing group of ladies who go above and beyond for our students and school community! š
Through their bake sale at the Pumpkin Roll and a spaghetti dinner fundraiser, they raised funds to purchase brand new clothes and supplies for our school nurse ā helping ensure every student has what they need.
But they didnāt stop there! These ladies also volunteered their time to organize the clothing closet, do laundry, and clean our room. Their kindness, hard work, and dedication truly make a difference.
Thank you, Womenās Life, for always supporting our school and our community! š
š„£š Cereal Challenge Success! šš„£
What an incredible way to support our community! Our students collected 127 boxes of cereal for this yearās Cereal Challenge ā with our Seniors taking first place and the Juniors close behind! š
This yearās community total reached 1,033 boxes donated to the Vassar Food Pantry ā how amazing is that?! Weāre so proud to be part of a community that always steps up to help others.
A huge thank you to Corey Haubenstricker and the IRD Homes crew for organizing this amazing event and including Vassar High School and Middle School in the effort and to students Sam Davis (12th), Landon Reid (12th), Sara Emery (12th), Avery Scharff (7th) and Eden Molina (7th) for helping deliver our donations !š§”š¤
š„ Check out the full video below!
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/16TtgNJd1A/
6th-12th Grade Picture Retakes are TOMORROW, Friday, Oct. 24th!
Lifetouch will only be here for about an hour, so students should be ready to go. If your student did not get their picture taken, order forms are available in the office. All students must be photographed for Student ID and yearbook purposes. If you are requesting retakes because you werenāt satisfied with your child's original photos, please have your child bring their original picture package with them to submit to the photographer.
Lifetouch will only be here for about an hour, so students should be ready to go. If your student did not get their picture taken, order forms are available in the office. All students must be photographed for Student ID and yearbook purposes. If you are requesting retakes because you werenāt satisfied with your child's original photos, please have your child bring their original picture package with them to submit to the photographer.
Another great event for our families!
šš» Vassar Comfort Care Halloween Bash! š»š
Looking for some Halloween fun? Stop by Vassar Comfort Care on Thursday, October 31st from 3ā6 PM for their Halloween Bash!
š¬ Trick-or-Treating
š Bounce Houses
š Cotton Candy Machine
šÆ Games
šŖ Fun Snacks
Itās a great way for families to celebrate and enjoy some spooky fun before heading out for trick-or-treating!
š 5830 Frankenmuth Rd, Vassar, MI 48768
šš» Vassar Comfort Care Halloween Bash! š»š
Looking for some Halloween fun? Stop by Vassar Comfort Care on Thursday, October 31st from 3ā6 PM for their Halloween Bash!
š¬ Trick-or-Treating
š Bounce Houses
š Cotton Candy Machine
šÆ Games
šŖ Fun Snacks
Itās a great way for families to celebrate and enjoy some spooky fun before heading out for trick-or-treating!
š 5830 Frankenmuth Rd, Vassar, MI 48768
šš Two Fun Events at the Bullard Sanford Memorial Library!
The library has some exciting things coming up for our students and families!
š Nerf After Hours
šÆ Friday, October 24 | 7:00ā8:30 PM
For 6thā12th graders! Bring your own equipment if you have itāa limited supply will be available. Costumes are welcome and optional!
š Fall Family Fun Day
š Friday, October 31 | 2:00ā4:00 PM
Stop by before trick-or-treating for games, crafts, a scavenger hunt, and apple cider slushies (while supplies last). Costumes welcome!
Both events are free and open to the communityācome join the fun! š
The library has some exciting things coming up for our students and families!
š Nerf After Hours
šÆ Friday, October 24 | 7:00ā8:30 PM
For 6thā12th graders! Bring your own equipment if you have itāa limited supply will be available. Costumes are welcome and optional!
š Fall Family Fun Day
š Friday, October 31 | 2:00ā4:00 PM
Stop by before trick-or-treating for games, crafts, a scavenger hunt, and apple cider slushies (while supplies last). Costumes welcome!
Both events are free and open to the communityācome join the fun! š
š Congratulations to our 6thā12th Grade Honor Roll Students! š
Weāre so proud of our hardworking Vulcans who earned a spot on the Honor Roll this marking period! Your dedication, perseverance, and commitment to excellence truly shine. š
Keep up the great work ā your effort and determination make Vassar proud! š§”š¤
Weāre so proud of our hardworking Vulcans who earned a spot on the Honor Roll this marking period! Your dedication, perseverance, and commitment to excellence truly shine. š
Keep up the great work ā your effort and determination make Vassar proud! š§”š¤
ā¤ļø Vassar Middle and High School Named MI HEARTSafe School! ā¤ļø
Weāre proud to share that Vassar Middle and High School has been recognized by the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, Michigan Department of Education, American Heart Association, and partner organizations as a MI HEARTSafe School for 2024ā2027! š«š
This special designation honors our commitment to student and staff safety and recognizes our readiness to respond effectively to cardiac emergencies.
This important initiative was led by our School Nurse, Chris Greer and Athletic Director, Bill Germain whose dedication and teamwork made this achievement possible. š§”š¤
Weāre proud to share that Vassar Middle and High School has been recognized by the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, Michigan Department of Education, American Heart Association, and partner organizations as a MI HEARTSafe School for 2024ā2027! š«š
This special designation honors our commitment to student and staff safety and recognizes our readiness to respond effectively to cardiac emergencies.
This important initiative was led by our School Nurse, Chris Greer and Athletic Director, Bill Germain whose dedication and teamwork made this achievement possible. š§”š¤
š Honoring History Through Storytelling šÆļø
Two of our talented Drama Club students Breonna Wachner (12th) and Lillian White (12th), recently took part in the Vassar Historical Societyās Cemetery Walk on Saturday, October 8, 2025! Both students dressed in period costume and shared the life story of an individual laid to rest in the cemetery. The stories were carefully researched and provided by the Vassar Historical Society. This meaningful event connected our students with Vassarās rich past and gave them a chance to bring local history to life in a truly memorable way.
A huge thank-you to the Vassar Historical Society for this unique opportunity and for helping preserve the stories that make our community so special.
Two of our talented Drama Club students Breonna Wachner (12th) and Lillian White (12th), recently took part in the Vassar Historical Societyās Cemetery Walk on Saturday, October 8, 2025! Both students dressed in period costume and shared the life story of an individual laid to rest in the cemetery. The stories were carefully researched and provided by the Vassar Historical Society. This meaningful event connected our students with Vassarās rich past and gave them a chance to bring local history to life in a truly memorable way.
A huge thank-you to the Vassar Historical Society for this unique opportunity and for helping preserve the stories that make our community so special.
Reminder! Parent Teacher Conferences are tonight, Thursday, Oct. 16 from 4:00-7:30 PM in the high school gym. Hope you can join us!
Mr. Schianās 7th grade Social Studies class had a special visit from Scott Wegrzyn, a firefighter with the Vassar Fire Department on October 6th. Firefighter Wegrzyn shared valuable information about fire safety, prevention, and what to do in case of an emergency. Students learned about the importance of having a family escape plan and staying calm during a fire. The class really enjoyed hearing real-life stories and asking questions about what itās like to be a firefighter. Thank you to Firefighter Wegrzyn for taking the time to teach and inspire our students!
š Congratulations to our 2025 Homecoming King and Queen!
What an incredible week we had at Vassar celebrating Homecoming 2025! Our students and staff showed outstanding school spirit all week long ā from creative spirit dress-up days and hallway decorations to the excitement of the pep assembly and parade. š§”š¤
The week wrapped up with a night to remember as we crowned our 2025 Homecoming King and Queen and cheered our football team on to a Vulcan victory! šš„
Weāre so proud of the energy, pride, and teamwork our students displayed throughout the week. Forge on Vulcans!
What an incredible week we had at Vassar celebrating Homecoming 2025! Our students and staff showed outstanding school spirit all week long ā from creative spirit dress-up days and hallway decorations to the excitement of the pep assembly and parade. š§”š¤
The week wrapped up with a night to remember as we crowned our 2025 Homecoming King and Queen and cheered our football team on to a Vulcan victory! šš„
Weāre so proud of the energy, pride, and teamwork our students displayed throughout the week. Forge on Vulcans!
Join us tonight for the crowning of our 2025 Homecoming King and support our JV and Varsity Volleyball Teams! Forge On!
Dear Parents and Guardians,
Intersession forms are available starting today! October Intersession for Vassar Public Schools students, grades 9-12 will take place from October 27 to October 31, 2025. Please read this information carefully!
Credit recovery will be available for 9th-12th grade students. Students will only be able to access their courses during the Intersession school day while present.
Attendance make-up is available for students in grades 6-12 who need to make up existing absences. Students may make up to 5 days by attending the full session (7:50 a.m. ā 2:45 p.m.).
Transportation:
Transportation will be provided for students attending Intersession, as well as for Tech Center students. Please indicate your pick-up and drop-off address on the registration form. Note: The address must remain the same for all five days.
Registration Deadline:
All forms must be submitted to the office by October 20, 2025. Late forms will not be accepted.
Special Notes:
1. Students attending the Tuscola Technology Center are expected to attend TTC during Intersession. Transportation will be provided. Please complete one registration form per student.
2. Consent for emergency medical care and field trip participation is required.
3. Vassar Public Schools may deny enrollment for behavioral or academic reasons.
Intersession is not a make-up for school closures and will not be made up if canceled.
If you have questions, please contact the 6-12 Office - 989-823-8534.
Intersession forms are available starting today! October Intersession for Vassar Public Schools students, grades 9-12 will take place from October 27 to October 31, 2025. Please read this information carefully!
Credit recovery will be available for 9th-12th grade students. Students will only be able to access their courses during the Intersession school day while present.
Attendance make-up is available for students in grades 6-12 who need to make up existing absences. Students may make up to 5 days by attending the full session (7:50 a.m. ā 2:45 p.m.).
Transportation:
Transportation will be provided for students attending Intersession, as well as for Tech Center students. Please indicate your pick-up and drop-off address on the registration form. Note: The address must remain the same for all five days.
Registration Deadline:
All forms must be submitted to the office by October 20, 2025. Late forms will not be accepted.
Special Notes:
1. Students attending the Tuscola Technology Center are expected to attend TTC during Intersession. Transportation will be provided. Please complete one registration form per student.
2. Consent for emergency medical care and field trip participation is required.
3. Vassar Public Schools may deny enrollment for behavioral or academic reasons.
Intersession is not a make-up for school closures and will not be made up if canceled.
If you have questions, please contact the 6-12 Office - 989-823-8534.
