We plan to expand the amount of locally sourced foods we use, provide training for food service staff and create menu options that include more scratch cooking,” was how VS school superintendent Mary  Jo Hainstock reacted to the news of a $48,000 grant from the USDA to encourage the use of nutritious, locally grown food. She […]

Named a distinguished school for STEM and career learning program Vinton, IA – Vinton-Shellsburg High School, has been recognized as a Project Lead The Way (PLTW) Distinguished School for providing broad access to transformative learning opportunities for students through PLTW Computer Science and Engineering. VSHS is one of just four high schools in Iowa to […]

At a recent Vinton Lion’s Club meeting, Vinton-Shellsburg school Superintendent Mary Jo Hainstock gave an update concerning the school district and student performance on standardized tests.   “I want to make it clear that standardized test scores aren’t the only or even the most important measure of student achievement,” said Mary Jo, “but the tests […]