Vermilion High School Celebrates the Class of 2025 at 134th Commencement
With pride, applause, and the toss of over a hundred caps, Vermilion High School celebrated the graduation of the Class of 2025 on Sunday, June 1. The 134th Commencement Exercises began at 1:00 p.m. and featured heartfelt speeches, student performances, and special recognitions for academic excellence and military service. The Continue Reading
Vermilion’s Best on the Field This Week? Meet Them Here
This week, we recognize two outstanding Vermilion Sailors athletes for their incredible performances. From the desk of Vermilion Sailors Athletic Director Andy Stillman. Senior – Severin Kretchmar Kretchmar completed his Vermilion career by setting a new season record of 29-3 and career record at 1st singles of 96-27 (98-27 overall). Continue Reading
Vermilion Students Connect Live with Astronaut Aboard the ISS
VERMILION, OHIO — Vermilion High School hosted a rare and inspiring event on May 23, 2025, as students participated in a live video conversation with astronaut Anne McClain aboard the International Space Station. The experience was made possible through NASA’s In-Flight Education Downlink program, in partnership with NASA Glenn Research Continue Reading
Vermilion Sailor Athletics Athletes of the Week!
This week, we recognize three outstanding Vermilion Sailors athletes for their incredible performances. From the desk of Vermilion Sailors Athletic Director Andy Stillman. Seniors Zane Lassen and Noah Gimben. Seniors Zane Lassen and Noah Gimben. The 2nd doubles duo finished the last week of the season 3-0 in dual matches. Continue Reading
VHS Assistant Principal Jay Lukasko to Retire in August
After more than two decades of service to Vermilion Local Schools, Assistant Principal John (Jay) Lukasko will retire effective August 18, 2025. Lukasko spent 20 years as a social studies teacher at Vermilion High School before stepping into administration, where he has served as assistant principal for the past several Continue Reading
Vermilion Leaving SBC for Northern Ohio Conference in 2026
Ten schools, including Vermilion Local School District, have formally announced their departure from the Sandusky Bay Conference (SBC) to form a new athletic league: the Northern Ohio Conference (NOC). The league is set to launch in the 2026–2027 school year, with a focus on competitive balance, reduced travel, and stronger Continue Reading
Vermilion Schools’ $47M Bond Levy Fails by Wide Margin
Photo Credit: “Source: Data from the [Ohio Secretary of State’s Office], as presented by Fox 8 Cleveland.” Voters rejected the Vermilion Local School District’s proposed $47 million bond levy in the May 6, 2025 election, with unofficial results showing 910 in favor and 1,361 against. The margin of defeat was Continue Reading
When the Process Feels Rigged, Trust Breaks Down
Editorial Commentary I support our schools. I want Vermilion students to thrive in safe buildings with the resources they need. But I also believe in fairness, transparency, and integrity—and those principles shouldn’t be optional when it comes to earning the public’s trust. That’s why this current school levy campaign is Continue Reading
Vermilion Sailor Athletics Athletes of the Week!
This week, we recognize two outstanding Vermilion Sailors athletes for their incredible performances. From the desk of Vermilion Sailors Athletic Director Andy Stillman. Senior Stephen Tang and Sophomore Timothy Anders Senior Stephen Tang and sophomore Timothy Anders. The duo finished third at the SBC Bay division tournament earning them second Continue Reading
Vermilion Sailor Athletics Athletes of the Week!
This week, we recognize two outstanding Vermilion Sailors athletes for their incredible performances. From the desk of Vermilion Sailors Athletic Director Andy Stillman. Senior – Daniel Grisel Daniel had an outstanding meet both in the open events as well as teaming up with his teammates for 2 first place relay Continue Reading