Vega Junior High School

More Flexibility, Same Excellence Our new 4-day school calendar means longer weekends and better balance for students, staff, and families—without compromising quality education. Want the best of both worlds? 💻 Personalized learning 📚 Academic excellence 🏡 More time at home 📍 Now accepting transfer applications: www.vegalonghorn.com #VegaISD #FourDayWeek #FamilyFirst #LonghornPride

2 months ago, Amy Kirkland

📅 What do the yellow days on the 2025-26 calendar mean? 📅 On the 2025-26 school calendar, the days marked in **yellow** will continue to be the normal school breaks that we typically have each year. These days will be holidays for both students and staff. This includes traditional breaks such as: ✔ Thanksgiving Break ✔ Christmas Break ✔ Spring Break ✔ Other scheduled holidays Be sure to check the calendar for all scheduled breaks and important dates! 🖤💛 #4DayWeekFAQs

2 months ago, Amy Kirkland

📅 Will the school year still end at the usual time in May? 📅 To meet the instructional minutes required by the state, the last day of school will be May 21, 2026. 🎓 Graduation will be held on May 22, 2026.

2 months ago, Amy Kirkland

📢 Pre-K Only Round-Up Time! 🎉 Calling all future little Longhorns! 🏫✨ Do you have a child ready for Pre-K at Vega ISD? Transfer students welcome!! Join us for Pre-K Round-Up to learn about our program, meet the teacher, and get your little one registered! 🚨If you have a NEW Kindergarten student please scan the Kindergarten QR code for more information🚨 📅 Date:Friday, April 25, 2025 ⏰ Time:8:30-10:00 📍 Location: Vega Elementary 🔹 Meet our amazing staff 👩‍🏫 🔹 Learn about our school 📚 🔹 New PreK students spend some time in the classroom 🏡 🔹 Ask questions and get registration info ✍️ We can't wait to welcome the next group of learners to our Vega ISD family! 💛🐮 #VegaISD #PreKRoundUp #LittleLonghorns New 2025-2026 PreK Students 👉 https://forms.gle/Ht8KQTSRn5qXcW6s5 New 2025-2026 Kindergarten Students 👉 https://forms.gle/cGiPtcp2WJC35yoc6 pk reg

2 months ago, Meredith Porton

💬 What Transfer Families Are Saying About Vega ISD! 💬 ✨ Join the Longhorn family and experience what makes Vega ISD special! Now accepting transfer students. 📍 Apply today: https://www.vegalonghorn.com #VegaISD #TransferSuccess #LonghornFamily

2 months ago, Amy Kirkland

⏰ Will school days be longer? ⏰ Yes. To meet the required instructional minutes, the school day will be 24 minutes longer. 📅 New school hours: 🕖 Start time: 7:40 AM 🕓 Release time: 3:54 PM

2 months ago, Amy Kirkland

📢 When does the 4-day school week start? 📢 Vega ISD will begin the 2025-26 school year on a 5-day schedule for the first 9 weeks. The first day of school is Tuesday, August 12. After the first nine weeks, we will transition to a 4-day school week (Monday-Thursday), beginning the week of October 20. Fridays will be student holidays.

2 months ago, Amy Kirkland

📢 Thinking about a school transfer? Here’s why Vega ISD is the right choice! 📚 Academic Excellence & Opportunities At Vega ISD, we set the bar high with A-rated academics, personalized learning, and diverse opportunities for every student. With small class sizes and dedicated teachers, students receive the attention they need to thrive. Plus, we offer dual credit courses, UIL academics, and hands-on learning to prepare them for the future! 📍 Now accepting transfers! Apply today: https://www.vegalonghorn.com #VegaISD #AcademicExcellence #SmallSchoolBigOpportunities

3 months ago, Amy Kirkland

3 months ago, Meredith Porton

🏀👏 Congratulations to Coach Emmy Calhoun on being named the TABC Middle School Coach of the Year! 🏆🎉 We’re proud to have her leading our JH basketball girls and making a big impact in volleyball and track, too! Drop a 🖤💛 to celebrate! #LonghornPride #TABCCoachOfTheYear

3 months ago, Amy Kirkland

TABC Middle School Coach of the Year - Emmy Calhoun

📢 Exciting News! 📢 The Vega ISD School Board has voted to approve a hybrid 4-day school calendar! 🎉 We will start the year on a 5-day schedule for the first 9 weeks, then transition to a 4-day school week for the remainder of the year. This model allows for a smooth transition while maintaining instructional quality and providing more flexibility for students, families, and staff. 📅 Check out the graphic for full details! We know you may have questions, so stay tuned! We’ll be sharing several FAQ posts to help explain the calendar and what this means for our school community. 🖤💛 #4DayWeekApproved #4DayWeekFAQs

3 months ago, Amy Kirkland

📢 8th Grade Transition to High School Meeting 📢 📅 April 22nd 🕕 6:00 PM 📍 High School Computer Lab Attention 8th graders and parents! Your attendance is needed at this important meeting as we discuss endorsements, programs of study, and high school expectations. Don’t miss this opportunity to get prepared for the next big step! See you there! 👩‍🎓📚 #FutureFreshmen #HighSchoolReady

3 months ago, Kassidy Rosas

🚨 Track Meet Schedule Update 🚨 Due to potential weather on Saturday, the Junior High District Track Meet at Gruver has been moved to Wednesday, April 2nd. 🏃‍♂️ High School prelims will still take place as scheduled on Wednesday at Gruver with finals and field events on Thursday. 📅 Updated schedule is attached below! Thank you for your understanding! 🏅 #TrackAndField #ScheduleUpdate #Gruver

3 months ago, Kassidy Rosas

📸 Class Picture Day! 📸 ⭐️ONLY⭐️ PK-6th Grades Kinder & 8th Grade Graduation Senior Cap and Gown 👔👗We can’t wait to capture new memories on Tuesday, April 1, 2025!! Parents will receive an email to order after picture day!

3 months ago, Meredith Porton

DEADLINE, Monday, March 31 at NOON 🌸 Spring is in Bloom! Support Vega PTO! 🌸 Looking to brighten up your home ? 🌿🌷 Our Vega PTO Flower Sale is happening now! Order beautiful flowers while supporting our students and school programs. 📅 Order Deadline: Monday, March 31 at NOON 📍 Pickup Date & Location: Wednesday, April 23 at Vega School 💐 Variety of Flowers Available – Perfect for Mother’s Day, spring gardens, and gifts! 🌟 Don’t miss out—place your order today! Thank you for supporting Vega PTO! 💕 #VegaPTO #FlowerSale #SupportOurSchool #SpringBlooms Click this link to order 👉 https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScxGKSDHtobiuV-BkTFB5cRBsaQk5DS_cm-nF_KeXTNSO4e7w/viewform

3 months ago, Meredith Porton

📢REMINDER!! 8th Grade Transition to High School Meeting 📢 📅 April 22nd 🕕 6:00 PM 📍 High School Computer Lab Attention 8th graders and parents! Your attendance is needed at this important meeting as we discuss endorsements, programs of study, and high school expectations. Don’t miss this opportunity to get prepared for the next big step! See you there! 👩‍🎓📚 #FutureFreshmen #HighSchoolReady

3 months ago, Kassidy Rosas

🕶️ The future is bright at Vega ISD! 🕶️ Looking for a school that offers a small-school feel with big opportunities? Join Vega ISD, where every student shines. Now accepting transfers—come be part of the Longhorn family! 📍 Apply today: https://www.vegalonghorn.com/ #VegaISD #BrightFutures #JoinTheLonghorns

3 months ago, Amy Kirkland

3 months ago, Meredith Porton

💛Vega Elementary Longhorn Leaders for the 3rd 9-weeks. These students portray the following leadership characteristics: being responsible for their school work, being kind to friends, being helpful to classmates and teachers and being trustworthy. Congratulations to Creed, Hagen, Maddie, Collin, Kynzler, Sadie and Lyncoln. 😊

3 months ago, Meredith Porton

🎉 Huge congratulations to our 1st-4th graders, A/AB Honor Roll students for the 3rd 9-weeks! 🎉📚 Your hard work, dedication, and perseverance have paid off, and we are so proud of you! Keep striving for excellence! 👏✨ #HonorRoll #HardWorkPaysOff #ProudSchool #VegaElementary A Honor Roll: Kynzler, Cash, Victoria, Abbie, Nila, Rhett, Cali, Rylee O., Camden, Sadie, Tyne, Shayli, Annie, Collin, Everly, Eden, Warren, Cass, Beau, Swayze, Bennett, Adi, Maddie, JT, Trentyn, Wade, Taryn, Heidi, Cooper, Easton, Coy, Alina, Creed, Landon, Nathan (Not Pictured: Krosby, Henry, Thomas, Tripp, Izzy, Brody, Andi, Makenna) A/B Honor Roll: Emma, Copeland, Mia, Colter, Phoebe, Killian, Kannon (Not Pictured: Huntlee, Kalli Kait)

3 months ago, Meredith Porton