VBMS families, use the number listed below for any assistance with FOCUS.
Check out this video to see how to navigate dropping your student off each morning at Vero Beach Middle School.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K-q1WoeSIjw
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K-q1WoeSIjw
2026-2027 Parent Acknowledgment Forms
The annual Parent Acknowledgment Forms are available in the Focus Parent Portal. Parents and guardians must complete a separate set of forms for each student enrolled in an SDIRC school and update their parent contact information for the new school year.
These forms include required annual acknowledgments and consent information related to transportation, student meals, student conduct, academic honesty, internet access, media and directory information, health services, library access, water safety and other required notices.
Forms must be completed before families can access the remainder of the Focus Parent Portal.
The district’s goal is to receive all completed forms by September 18.
For technology assistance, families may use a computer available in their school’s enrollment office. For assistance with Focus, call the Help Desk at 772-564-3066.
https://sdirc.focusschoolsoftware.com/focus/auth/fbclid=IwY2xjawTVksxleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETF3V0RKMVpKMFBWUGpCNTV4c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHh9PV_xSJXjPZ1aUVpNBWE38_E5PjPtdUFxVYnj2cVf75EI6M9DuIMQ7BcvR_aem_EiZCnAFOV-rtGAoaiTPomw
We can't wait to see you all tomorrow for orientation from 4-6 at Vero Beach Middle School!
Vero Beach Middle School Car Drop-off and Pick-up Information:
We are so excited for the upcoming school year and can’t wait to welcome our Tomahawks to our new campus!
To help ensure a safe and efficient process for student arrival and dismissal, please review the following procedures before the first day of school. Your patience and cooperation are greatly appreciated as we work together to provide a positive experience for all students and families.
Morning Drop-Off
· Enter the parent loop from the South via 17th avenue.
· Pull forward as much as possible behind the vehicle in front of you.
· Do not allow students to exit the vehicle and walk across the grass.
· Exit the parent loop by turning right onto 17th avenue.
· Adhere to Drop-Off times, which are 7:40 AM – 8:05 AM.
· After 8:05 AM, please check in your Tomahawk with the front desk receptionist.
Afternoon Pick-Up
· Enter the Pick-Up Line from the South, staging toward Vero Beach High School.
· Pull forward as much as possible behind the vehicle in front of you.
· Do not allow students to exit the vehicle and walk across the grass.
· At 3:05 PM, any student who has yet to be picked up will be escorted to the front of the school for pick-up.
Thank you for your cooperation in helping us maintain a safe and efficient campus. We look forward to a fantastic school year and are excited to welcome our Tomahawks to Vero Beach Middle School!
Vero Beach Middle School can always count on Michael Marsh and Team Success! Thank you so much for the backpacks and bike for our Tomahawks. It's going to be a great school year.
We are so thankful for all of the community support we have received to ensure our Tomahawks have the best school year! Thank you so much to everyone who has donated their time, resources and funds. We appreciate you all!
What an incredible way to kick off the new school year!
Our Vero Beach Middle School family brought the energy, enthusiasm, and Tomahawk pride to the SDIRC THRIVE 2026 Celebration yesterday. During the school roll call and dance competition our staff showed exactly what it means to be One School. One Team. One Tomahawk Family.
Thank you to everyone who participated and helped make our roll call one to remember. Your excitement and school spirit set the tone for an amazing year ahead, and we're proud to represent VBMS with such passion.
Our Vero Beach Middle School family brought the energy, enthusiasm, and Tomahawk pride to the SDIRC THRIVE 2026 Celebration yesterday. During the school roll call and dance competition our staff showed exactly what it means to be One School. One Team. One Tomahawk Family.
Thank you to everyone who participated and helped make our roll call one to remember. Your excitement and school spirit set the tone for an amazing year ahead, and we're proud to represent VBMS with such passion.
Student safety is always our top priority. That's why all students are expected to wear their SDIRC Student ID Badge every day while on campus and when riding school transportation.
VBMS Families, we cannot wait to see you all soon! As we begin to prepare for the upcoming school year, please take a moment to review our VBMS Dress Code.
New school start and dismissal times are coming for the 2026–2027 school year.
Families, please plan ahead and help students arrive on time and ready to learn. The times listed are the official school start times. Students arriving after the listed start time will be considered late.
Middle and K–8 Schools: 8:10 a.m.–2:51 p.m.
Supervision is provided 30 minutes before and after school.
Families, please plan ahead and help students arrive on time and ready to learn. The times listed are the official school start times. Students arriving after the listed start time will be considered late.
Middle and K–8 Schools: 8:10 a.m.–2:51 p.m.
Supervision is provided 30 minutes before and after school.
Looking for a simple way to get involved at VBMS? Join our PTA!
The Vero Beach Middle School PTA will help support our students, staff, and school community through events, fundraisers, teacher appreciation activities, and family engagement opportunities throughout the year. Whether you can volunteer regularly, help occasionally, or simply become a member, every level of involvement makes a difference.
PTA is a great way to stay connected, meet other families, and help make VBMS the best it can be for our students.
Join us and be part of the team supporting our Tomahawks! If you are interested or have questions, please contact Chelsea Castillo at Chelsea.Castillo@indianriverschools.org
The Vero Beach Middle School PTA will help support our students, staff, and school community through events, fundraisers, teacher appreciation activities, and family engagement opportunities throughout the year. Whether you can volunteer regularly, help occasionally, or simply become a member, every level of involvement makes a difference.
PTA is a great way to stay connected, meet other families, and help make VBMS the best it can be for our students.
Join us and be part of the team supporting our Tomahawks! If you are interested or have questions, please contact Chelsea Castillo at Chelsea.Castillo@indianriverschools.org
Vero Beach Middle School Car Drop-off and Pick-up Information:
We are so excited for the upcoming school year and can’t wait to welcome our Tomahawks to our new campus!
To help ensure a safe and efficient process for student arrival and dismissal, please review the following procedures before the first day of school. Your patience and cooperation are greatly appreciated as we work together to provide a positive experience for all students and families.
Morning Drop-Off
· Enter the parent loop from the South via 17th avenue.
· Pull forward as much as possible behind the vehicle in front of you.
· Do not allow students to exit the vehicle and walk across the grass.
· Exit the parent loop by turning right onto 17th avenue.
· Adhere to Drop-Off times, which are 7:40 AM – 8:05 AM.
· After 8:05 AM, please check in your Tomahawk with the front desk receptionist.
Afternoon Pick-Up
· Enter the Pick-Up Line from the South, staging toward Vero Beach High School.
· Pull forward as much as possible behind the vehicle in front of you.
· Do not allow students to exit the vehicle and walk across the grass.
· At 3:05 PM, any student who has yet to be picked up will be escorted to the front of the school for pick-up.
Thank you for your cooperation in helping us maintain a safe and efficient campus. We look forward to a fantastic school year and are excited to welcome our Tomahawks to Vero Beach Middle School!
Attention Incoming 6th Grade Families!
We are excited to welcome our newest Tomahawks to 6th Grade Orientation this week!
Wednesday, July 29th OR Thursday, July 30th from 9:00 – 11:00
Please have your student attend only the day they registered for. Please drop off and pick up students by the front office.
During orientation, students will have the opportunity to explore campus, meet staff and classmates, learn school expectations, and get comfortable before the first day of school.
We can't wait to meet our incoming 6th graders and help them start the year off strong!
Still need to register your student for 6th grade orientation? Use the link below:
https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/pbeUx7LSXY?origin=lprLink
2026-2027 Parent Acknowledgment Forms
The annual Parent Acknowledgment Forms are available in the Focus Parent Portal. Parents and guardians must complete a separate set of forms for each student enrolled in an SDIRC school and update their parent contact information for the new school year.
These forms include required annual acknowledgments and consent information related to transportation, student meals, student conduct, academic honesty, internet access, media and directory information, health services, library access, water safety and other required notices.
Forms must be completed before families can access the remainder of the Focus Parent Portal.
The district’s goal is to receive all completed forms by September 18.
For technology assistance, families may use a computer available in their school’s enrollment office. For assistance with Focus, call the Help Desk at 772-564-3066.
https://sdirc.focusschoolsoftware.com/focus/auth/fbclid=IwY2xjawTVksxleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETF3V0RKMVpKMFBWUGpCNTV4c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHh9PV_xSJXjPZ1aUVpNBWE38_E5PjPtdUFxVYnj2cVf75EI6M9DuIMQ7BcvR_aem_EiZCnAFOV-rtGAoaiTPomw
Your One-Stop Resource for All Things VBMS!
As you continue enjoying the last weeks of summer, don't forget that our school website is the best place to find important information as we prepare for an amazing school year!
Visit our website at VBMS Website for quick access to:
Bell Schedules
School Supply Lists
Transportation Information
Student Code of Conduct
Athletic Information & Updates
School News and Announcements
Upcoming Events and Important Dates
Staff Directory and Contact Information
Whether you're a new family or a returning Tomahawk, our website is a valuable tool to help you stay informed throughout the year.
Bookmark our website and check back often for the latest updates!
https://vbms.indianriverschools.org/o/vbms
As you continue enjoying the last weeks of summer, don't forget that our school website is the best place to find important information as we prepare for an amazing school year!
Visit our website at VBMS Website for quick access to:
Bell Schedules
School Supply Lists
Transportation Information
Student Code of Conduct
Athletic Information & Updates
School News and Announcements
Upcoming Events and Important Dates
Staff Directory and Contact Information
Whether you're a new family or a returning Tomahawk, our website is a valuable tool to help you stay informed throughout the year.
Bookmark our website and check back often for the latest updates!
https://vbms.indianriverschools.org/o/vbms
Transportation Information for the 2026–2027 School Year
Families looking for transportation information for the upcoming school year can find everything they need at the link below, including bus registration details, eligibility requirements, and transportation resources.
https://www.indianriverschools.org/o/sdirc/page/transportation
https://sdirc.mybusplanner.com/TransportationEligibility
We encourage all families to review the information prior to the start of the school year to ensure a smooth and successful first day.
Families looking for transportation information for the upcoming school year can find everything they need at the link below, including bus registration details, eligibility requirements, and transportation resources.
https://www.indianriverschools.org/o/sdirc/page/transportation
https://sdirc.mybusplanner.com/TransportationEligibility
We encourage all families to review the information prior to the start of the school year to ensure a smooth and successful first day.
Get a head start on back-to-school shopping by checking out the supply list below. Taking advantage of summer sales now can help make the start of the school year a little easier.
We can't wait to welcome our students and families back for another amazing school year! Join us for our Back-to-School Orientation August 6 from 4-6 to meet teachers, explore campus, and get your schedules.
Attention Student Athletes and Families!
Beginning with the 2026–2027 school year, an EKG is required for students participating in an FHSAA sport for the first time. We've partnered to offer convenient screening opportunities this July.
Please review the graphic for dates, locations, eligibility, and important details. Contact your school's athletic director or athletic trainer with any questions.
Beginning with the 2026–2027 school year, an EKG is required for students participating in an FHSAA sport for the first time. We've partnered to offer convenient screening opportunities this July.
Please review the graphic for dates, locations, eligibility, and important details. Contact your school's athletic director or athletic trainer with any questions.
