Last Friday, May 1st, our 8th graders celebrated the end of the year in style at their Semi-Formal Dance! 🎉
It was a wonderful evening filled with music, dancing, laughter, and great memories as students came together to mark this special milestone before heading into high school. Everyone looked fantastic, and the positive energy made it a night to remember!
Thank you to all the staff and volunteers who helped make this event such a success!
It was a wonderful evening filled with music, dancing, laughter, and great memories as students came together to mark this special milestone before heading into high school. Everyone looked fantastic, and the positive energy made it a night to remember!
Thank you to all the staff and volunteers who helped make this event such a success!
So many great things are happening at the Tech Center for our Vassar Students!
The Michigan Industrial & Technology Education Society (MITES) Regional competition was held at the end of last week, and we are proud to report that several students from various programs qualified for States!
Art & Digital Design - Briar Morley - 6th place (Full Color Brochure)
Welding - Avah Loree - 1st place (assisted by Jacob Kieliszewski)
Graphics & Digital Imaging - Natally Best - 5th place Digital Photography Editing and 4th place Graphic Design Process 4 Color
The TTC April Workplace Readiness Award winners were also announced! Congratulations to Gary DeKalita, Damein Pardue & Jacqueline LaPratt (missing from photo) for outstanding performance in their respective programs this month! Keep up the great work!
The Michigan Industrial & Technology Education Society (MITES) Regional competition was held at the end of last week, and we are proud to report that several students from various programs qualified for States!
Art & Digital Design - Briar Morley - 6th place (Full Color Brochure)
Welding - Avah Loree - 1st place (assisted by Jacob Kieliszewski)
Graphics & Digital Imaging - Natally Best - 5th place Digital Photography Editing and 4th place Graphic Design Process 4 Color
The TTC April Workplace Readiness Award winners were also announced! Congratulations to Gary DeKalita, Damein Pardue & Jacqueline LaPratt (missing from photo) for outstanding performance in their respective programs this month! Keep up the great work!
If you are a runner, or walker, here's an opportunity for you to support a great cause, The Child Advocacy Center of Tuscola County!
Monday's Pop-Up Pantry at the Vassar Eagles was a great example of our community coming together to support families in need. We’re grateful to a couple of our softball players, most of the golf team, and to Mrs. Wilcox and Mrs. Castle, who all volunteered their time to help distribute food.
We are proud of our students and staff for their continued commitment to service and for representing our school in such a positive way. Thank you to everyone who helped make this event a success and to those who continue to support our community.
We are proud of our students and staff for their continued commitment to service and for representing our school in such a positive way. Thank you to everyone who helped make this event a success and to those who continue to support our community.
Last night we celebrated our 43rd Annual Awards Night! 🎓
It was an honor to recognize our seniors as they received scholarships and awards, and to celebrate the outstanding achievements of our students across all grade levels.
A heartfelt and sincere THANK YOU goes out to our incredible local scholarship donors. Because of your generosity, thousands of dollars in scholarships were awarded to our Class of 2026 seniors, helping them take the next step toward their future goals. Your continued support makes a lasting difference in the lives of our students and our community.
Congratulations to all of our award recipients—and especially to the Class of 2026. We can’t wait to see all that you will achieve!
It was an honor to recognize our seniors as they received scholarships and awards, and to celebrate the outstanding achievements of our students across all grade levels.
A heartfelt and sincere THANK YOU goes out to our incredible local scholarship donors. Because of your generosity, thousands of dollars in scholarships were awarded to our Class of 2026 seniors, helping them take the next step toward their future goals. Your continued support makes a lasting difference in the lives of our students and our community.
Congratulations to all of our award recipients—and especially to the Class of 2026. We can’t wait to see all that you will achieve!
The Tech Center DECA students are back from Nationals in Georgia, and we are so proud of our very own Onna Wachner, who competed with her partner from Unionville-Sebewaing Area School District in the Chapter Awards Program.
Onna, along with the other 3 students from the county, did an outstanding job representing their communities. In addition to the competition, the students had the opportunity to explore Atlanta and participated in a behind the scenes tour at the CDC, thanks to Vassar alumni Abbey Wonjo! It was an awesome experience for all!
Onna, along with the other 3 students from the county, did an outstanding job representing their communities. In addition to the competition, the students had the opportunity to explore Atlanta and participated in a behind the scenes tour at the CDC, thanks to Vassar alumni Abbey Wonjo! It was an awesome experience for all!
FREE ICE CREAM for all Vassar students on the last day of school! What is better than that? Bring your school ID or report card to Finish Line Pizza/Chocolates Galore to receive a scoop of yummy ice cream.
Thank you to the Gleaner Vulcaneers for treating our students to ice cream at Finish Line on the last day of school!
📘 Vassar 6–12 Yearbooks Are Now on Sale!
Capture the memories of the 2025–2026 school year!
💲 $52 per yearbook
🗓 Order by June 12, 2026
🛒 Order online: ybpay.lifetouch.com
🔑 Yearbook ID: 13043126
Capture the memories of the 2025–2026 school year!
💲 $52 per yearbook
🗓 Order by June 12, 2026
🛒 Order online: ybpay.lifetouch.com
🔑 Yearbook ID: 13043126
🎨 Reminder: VPS K–12 Art Show is Almost Here! 🎨
Don’t forget to join us for the K–12 Art Show 2026—a celebration of our students’ creativity and talent!
🖌 Event Details:
📅 May 5 | 3:00–7:00 PM
📅 May 6 & 7 | 10:00 AM–7:00 PM
📍 Bullard Sanford Memorial Library
Come support our young artists and enjoy artwork from students across all grade levels. Bring your family and friends—we’d love to see you there!
💜 Let’s celebrate the amazing creativity of our students!
🎉 DEADLINE IS DRAWING NEAR TO GET YOUR 2025-26 YEARBOOK! 🎉
The deadline to purchase this year’s yearbook is June 12, 2026. Orders must be placed by this date to guarantee a copy.
Make sure you don’t miss out—order yours now!
The deadline to purchase this year’s yearbook is June 12, 2026. Orders must be placed by this date to guarantee a copy.
Make sure you don’t miss out—order yours now!
Happy School Principal’s Day to an incredible leader! Ms. Raymond, we are so grateful for the dedication, strength, and heart you bring to our school each and every day. Your leadership inspires both staff and students to be their very best, and your commitment does not go unnoticed. Thank you for your guidance, your encouragement, and the positive impact you make in our school community. We are truly lucky to have you! 🧡🖤
Congratulations to our Valedictorians, Natalie Hoerlein, Kylie Panzner, and Isaiah Hoerlein, on being honored at the Big Thumb Conference Academic All-Conference Awards Banquet on April 29th! We are so proud of these students and all that they have accomplished over their years here! We can’t wait to see what the future holds for them!
A message from Coach Hahn, Head Football Coach:
We are just over a month away from the 2nd Annual Vassar Football Golf Outing. We are still looking to add teams and sponsors for this year's event. All proceeds go directly to pay for team camps and new team equipment.
Last year's profits allowed us to travel to Mancelona for a 3-day camp that was free for all students, including food. We also purchased new pads and a fifth section for the Lev sled. It also allowed us to purchase a Jugs machine that will let our players get extra reps catching passes, and our kick returners get extra reps catching kicks.
We are just over a month away from the 2nd Annual Vassar Football Golf Outing. We are still looking to add teams and sponsors for this year's event. All proceeds go directly to pay for team camps and new team equipment.
Last year's profits allowed us to travel to Mancelona for a 3-day camp that was free for all students, including food. We also purchased new pads and a fifth section for the Lev sled. It also allowed us to purchase a Jugs machine that will let our players get extra reps catching passes, and our kick returners get extra reps catching kicks.
Another amazing community connection yesterday!
Yesterday, Mrs. Piazza’s 6th hour art class visited Vassar Comfort Care, where students partnered with residents to paint trinket boxes together. It was a wonderful afternoon filled with creativity, conversation, and meaningful connections across generations.
We’re proud of our students for representing our school so well and giving back to the Vassar community!
Yesterday, Mrs. Piazza’s 6th hour art class visited Vassar Comfort Care, where students partnered with residents to paint trinket boxes together. It was a wonderful afternoon filled with creativity, conversation, and meaningful connections across generations.
We’re proud of our students for representing our school so well and giving back to the Vassar community!
An amazing community connection today!
Mr. Hahn’s 3rd hour weightlifting class spent time at the Vassar Historical Society Museum, helping rake and clean up the grounds. Their hard work made a big difference and showed what teamwork and service look like in action.
We are so proud of our students for representing our school so well and giving back to the Vassar community!
Mr. Hahn’s 3rd hour weightlifting class spent time at the Vassar Historical Society Museum, helping rake and clean up the grounds. Their hard work made a big difference and showed what teamwork and service look like in action.
We are so proud of our students for representing our school so well and giving back to the Vassar community!
Kindness in the Forge
A little kindness goes a long way in making Vassar a great place to be. This week, we are highlighting students whose respectful behavior stood out to our staff. Their ability to treat others with dignity helps us all forge a stronger community. Keep up the amazing work, Vulcans! Our winners are:
Left side of table, front to back: Arah LaBerge (6), Henley Sorenson (6), Emma Torrey (8), Collin Davis (7), Bryce Kribs (9), Cameron Vanwormer (11).
Right side of table, front to back: Joshua Kus (6), Logan Greenleaf (9), Connor Slough (9), Wyatt Whitehead (9), Jaxon Dantzer (7).
Missing from photo: Colby Hecht (9)
A little kindness goes a long way in making Vassar a great place to be. This week, we are highlighting students whose respectful behavior stood out to our staff. Their ability to treat others with dignity helps us all forge a stronger community. Keep up the amazing work, Vulcans! Our winners are:
Left side of table, front to back: Arah LaBerge (6), Henley Sorenson (6), Emma Torrey (8), Collin Davis (7), Bryce Kribs (9), Cameron Vanwormer (11).
Right side of table, front to back: Joshua Kus (6), Logan Greenleaf (9), Connor Slough (9), Wyatt Whitehead (9), Jaxon Dantzer (7).
Missing from photo: Colby Hecht (9)
Vassar High School Celebrates Excellence: 283 Students Achieve Gold Standard for Second Semester
VASSAR, MI — Success at Vassar High School is measured by more than just test scores; it is defined by the character and consistency of our students. This week, school administration is proud to announce that 283 students have achieved a flawless behavioral record for the second semester. They received treats during their lunch period on April 24, 2026.
These students have distinguished themselves by receiving zero behavior referrals, a feat that includes maintaining a perfect record for behavior and punctuality with no tardy write-ups. Their dedication to being "in the right place, at the right time, doing the right thing" serves as a model for the entire Vulcan community.
The RISE to the Top
This achievement is a cornerstone of the Vulcan RISE recipients, the school’s Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS) program. RISE is designed to inspire students to embody four core values: Respect, Integrity, Success, and Excellence.
To qualify for RISE membership and its exclusive monthly perks, students must master the "ABC’s" of school success:
Attendance: Maintaining a consistent presence with no unexcused absences.
Behavior: Demonstrating safe and responsible conduct in all areas, from the cafeteria to extracurricular events.
Coursework: Maintaining a grade of C or better in all academic classes.
Congratulations to our 283 standout students and our RISE Surprise winners. Keep leading with Excellence!
VASSAR, MI — Success at Vassar High School is measured by more than just test scores; it is defined by the character and consistency of our students. This week, school administration is proud to announce that 283 students have achieved a flawless behavioral record for the second semester. They received treats during their lunch period on April 24, 2026.
These students have distinguished themselves by receiving zero behavior referrals, a feat that includes maintaining a perfect record for behavior and punctuality with no tardy write-ups. Their dedication to being "in the right place, at the right time, doing the right thing" serves as a model for the entire Vulcan community.
The RISE to the Top
This achievement is a cornerstone of the Vulcan RISE recipients, the school’s Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS) program. RISE is designed to inspire students to embody four core values: Respect, Integrity, Success, and Excellence.
To qualify for RISE membership and its exclusive monthly perks, students must master the "ABC’s" of school success:
Attendance: Maintaining a consistent presence with no unexcused absences.
Behavior: Demonstrating safe and responsible conduct in all areas, from the cafeteria to extracurricular events.
Coursework: Maintaining a grade of C or better in all academic classes.
Congratulations to our 283 standout students and our RISE Surprise winners. Keep leading with Excellence!
We want to extend a huge THANK YOU to everyone who came out to support our blood drive on Monday, April 20! ❤️
This event was proudly sponsored and organized by our NHS students, Advisor Mandy Shepherd and Nurse Greer.
We had 23 people sign up, and 19 generous donors rolled up their sleeves to give the gift of life. Your willingness to help others truly makes a difference in our community and beyond.
Thank you to our amazing NHS students for their hard work, and to every donor and supporter who made this event a success. Together, we are saving lives! 🩸
This event was proudly sponsored and organized by our NHS students, Advisor Mandy Shepherd and Nurse Greer.
We had 23 people sign up, and 19 generous donors rolled up their sleeves to give the gift of life. Your willingness to help others truly makes a difference in our community and beyond.
Thank you to our amazing NHS students for their hard work, and to every donor and supporter who made this event a success. Together, we are saving lives! 🩸
🎨 VPS K–12 Art Show is Quickly Approaching! 🎨
Don’t forget to join us for the K–12 Art Show 2026—a celebration of our students’ creativity and talent!
🖌 Event Details:
📅 May 5 | 3:00–7:00 PM
📅 May 6 & 7 | 10:00 AM–7:00 PM
📍 Bullard Sanford Memorial Library
Come support our young artists and enjoy artwork from students across all grade levels. Bring your family and friends—we’d love to see you there!
💜 Let’s celebrate the amazing creativity of our students!
Don’t forget to join us for the K–12 Art Show 2026—a celebration of our students’ creativity and talent!
🖌 Event Details:
📅 May 5 | 3:00–7:00 PM
📅 May 6 & 7 | 10:00 AM–7:00 PM
📍 Bullard Sanford Memorial Library
Come support our young artists and enjoy artwork from students across all grade levels. Bring your family and friends—we’d love to see you there!
💜 Let’s celebrate the amazing creativity of our students!
Attention Tech Center students!
Please disregard the Robo call that was sent earlier this evening, that stated that there was no Tech Center tomorrow (Wednesday, April 22) for the Late Start day.
Tech Center will run as usual, with the a.m. bus leaving early at 7:50 AM.
We apologize for the confusion.