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STRIVING FOR EXCELLENCE IN EDUCATION

Our Mission

We will provide diverse learners with an academic and social roadmap to success.
 
Vision Statement:
We envision the Vinton County Local School District as having a united staff providing a comprehensive and meaningful education for all students.

School News

Vinton County Local Schools 2026-2027 Kindergarten Registration

2026-2027 Kindergarten Registration can be done online via Final Forms beginning May 1st. If you would like to receive a special “Welcome to Kindergarten Packet”
and ask questions, please stop by your school between 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. on the following dates (no need to make an appointment):
Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at Central Elementary
Thursday, May 14, 2026 at South Elementary
Friday, May 15, 2026 at West Elementary

*Welcome packet includes Kindergarten standards, school calendar, special book, pencil box, and yard sign. 

If you need assistance with this, call our District Office at 740-596-5218. 

* Must be 5 years of age by August 19, 2026 to enroll in Kindergarten.
If currently in VCLSD preschool, they do not need to register.  

Click on the article header for more informaiton.

2026-2027 Preschool Registration

Preschool Registration
Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at Central Elementary
Thursday, May 14, 2026 at South Elementary
Friday, May 15, 2026 at West Elementary

Beginning May 1st, the link to make an appointment will be live on our website and you may begin the registration process online via FinalForms!
If you are unable to make an appointment online, you may call 740-596-5218 on the following dates: Last names starting with “A” through “L”, call 596-5218 on May 4th or May 5th for an appointment. Last names starting with “M” through “Z”, call 596-5218 on May 6th or May 7th for an appointment. Please click on the article header for more important registration information.

VCHS Students Attend a job shadowing Opportunity Thanks to Foundation for Appalachian OhioO and the Mitchell Family Fund

On April 10th, 18 VCHS students attended a job shadowing opportunity at Hocking Valley Community Hospital to observe a chosen occupation in the medical career field. VCHS would like to thank HVCH for their hospitality and the time to observe and ask questions.  We would also like to thank  FAO - Mitchell Family Fund for sponsoring the trip. We greatly appreciate your support!
  • 1723 Students
  • 50+ Extra-Curricular Activities
  • 90.8% Attendance Rate
  • Five-Star Rated PK Program
  • 1:1 Chromebook for all Students K-12
  • AP Honors, and College Credit Plus Course Options
  • 10+ Academic/Technical Career Pathways
  • After-School Programs For Elementary, Middle, and High Schools
  • Met State Standards 2023 Report Card
  • Exceeds State Standards in Closing Educational Gaps