🎉 No Vape November: Escape the Vape! 🚭
Our 5th grade students had an exciting time participating in the “Escape the Vape” activity with Ms. Ashley Al-Hasan from the Department of Health! 🧩✨
Students worked together to read clues, solve puzzles, and collaborate as teams to figure out how to escape the vape! They also received goody bags filled with helpful information for both students and parents about the harmful effects of vaping and nicotine use.
A huge thank you to Ms. Ashley and the Department of Health for being such awesome partners in our school’s drug prevention efforts — which often begin with educating students about vaping. 💙
#NoVapeNovember #EscapeTheVape #DrugFreeKids #HealthyChoices #DepartmentOfHealth #Teamwork #PreventionInAction
📸 Check out the photos below!
Our 5th grade students had an exciting time participating in the “Escape the Vape” activity with Ms. Ashley Al-Hasan from the Department of Health! 🧩✨
Students worked together to read clues, solve puzzles, and collaborate as teams to figure out how to escape the vape! They also received goody bags filled with helpful information for both students and parents about the harmful effects of vaping and nicotine use.
A huge thank you to Ms. Ashley and the Department of Health for being such awesome partners in our school’s drug prevention efforts — which often begin with educating students about vaping. 💙
#NoVapeNovember #EscapeTheVape #DrugFreeKids #HealthyChoices #DepartmentOfHealth #Teamwork #PreventionInAction
📸 Check out the photos below!
🌼 Mrs. Monica’s Kindergarten Class is buzzing with excitement! 🐝
As part of their Plants Knowledge Unit, students learned all about pollination — how bees, butterflies, and other pollinators help flowers grow and make new plants! 🌸
Through hands-on activities and fun discussions, these young scientists discovered the important role pollinators play in nature. 🌻💛
We love seeing curiosity bloom in Mrs. Monica’s classroom! 🌿✨
#SES #LittleLearners #SmallSchoolBigOpportunities
As part of their Plants Knowledge Unit, students learned all about pollination — how bees, butterflies, and other pollinators help flowers grow and make new plants! 🌸
Through hands-on activities and fun discussions, these young scientists discovered the important role pollinators play in nature. 🌻💛
We love seeing curiosity bloom in Mrs. Monica’s classroom! 🌿✨
#SES #LittleLearners #SmallSchoolBigOpportunities
📅 Regularly Scheduled Board Meeting
The Van Buren County Board of Education will hold its regularly scheduled meeting on Wednesday, November 19, 2025, at 5:30 PM in the Van Buren County High School Library (337 Sparta St., Spencer, TN).
For a full list of meeting dates and to view the Board Agenda, please visit the Van Buren County Schools website at www.vanburenschools.org.
💛 Van Buren County Schools Family Resource Center 💛
Did you know our Family Resource Center is here to help support families in our community? The center offers a variety of free services to meet essential needs, including:
👕 Clothes for children & adults
👟 Shoes (as available)
🧴 Personal hygiene products
🧺 Laundry supplies (washer & dryer available to use)
🚿 Shower facility
🧽 Household cleaning supplies
🥫 Food – both perishable & nonperishable
🤝 Other community supports
📍 Location: 66 Sparta St., Spencer, TN 38585
📞 Contact: Jill Bouldin or Denise Whittenberg at (931) 946-2242
The Family Resource Center is dedicated to helping our students and families thrive. Please reach out if you or someone you know could benefit from these services — we’re here for you! ❤️
#VanBurenStrong #CommunitySupport #FamilyResourceCenter #VBCSchools
Did you know our Family Resource Center is here to help support families in our community? The center offers a variety of free services to meet essential needs, including:
👕 Clothes for children & adults
👟 Shoes (as available)
🧴 Personal hygiene products
🧺 Laundry supplies (washer & dryer available to use)
🚿 Shower facility
🧽 Household cleaning supplies
🥫 Food – both perishable & nonperishable
🤝 Other community supports
📍 Location: 66 Sparta St., Spencer, TN 38585
📞 Contact: Jill Bouldin or Denise Whittenberg at (931) 946-2242
The Family Resource Center is dedicated to helping our students and families thrive. Please reach out if you or someone you know could benefit from these services — we’re here for you! ❤️
#VanBurenStrong #CommunitySupport #FamilyResourceCenter #VBCSchools
💛 Community Spotlight: Little Food Pantries 💛
During these times, we know that some of our students, families, and community members may need a little extra help. Van Buren County is blessed to have several Little Food Pantries located throughout the area — open for anyone to take what they need or leave what they can.
We’re working to spread the word about these resources so that no one in our community goes without.
🫶 Check out the list below to see the Little Food Pantry locations across Van Buren County.
If we’ve missed one, please add it in the comments so we can keep this list up to date!
#VanBurenCounty #CommunityCares #LittleFoodPantries #NeighborsHelpingNeighbors #SmallSchoolBigOpportunities
During these times, we know that some of our students, families, and community members may need a little extra help. Van Buren County is blessed to have several Little Food Pantries located throughout the area — open for anyone to take what they need or leave what they can.
We’re working to spread the word about these resources so that no one in our community goes without.
🫶 Check out the list below to see the Little Food Pantry locations across Van Buren County.
If we’ve missed one, please add it in the comments so we can keep this list up to date!
#VanBurenCounty #CommunityCares #LittleFoodPantries #NeighborsHelpingNeighbors #SmallSchoolBigOpportunities
✨ Wayback Wednesday! ✨
We’re taking it back to the Class of 2016 — can you believe it’s been nearly a decade? Time sure flies! 🎓💙
Take a look at this blast from the past and see if you can spot a few familiar faces… 👀 Several of our current Van Buren County Schools staff members are in this photo!
Drop a comment if you recognize anyone or share a favorite memory from your VBHS days! 💭
#WaybackWednesday #VBHSClassof2016 #OnceAnEagleAlwaysAnEagle #SmallSchoolBigOpportunities
We’re taking it back to the Class of 2016 — can you believe it’s been nearly a decade? Time sure flies! 🎓💙
Take a look at this blast from the past and see if you can spot a few familiar faces… 👀 Several of our current Van Buren County Schools staff members are in this photo!
Drop a comment if you recognize anyone or share a favorite memory from your VBHS days! 💭
#WaybackWednesday #VBHSClassof2016 #OnceAnEagleAlwaysAnEagle #SmallSchoolBigOpportunities
🇺🇸 Veterans Day Program Update 🇺🇸
Due to Van Buren County Schools being closed for weather, our Veterans Day Program has been rescheduled to Wednesday, November 12, 2025.
📅 Schedule for the day:
⭐ 8:00 AM – Breakfast for Veterans & their families (VBHS Cafeteria)
⭐ 9:00 AM – Veterans Day Program (VBHS Gymnasium)
We look forward to honoring all who have served and sacrificed for our country. Thank you for your understanding and support as we adjust for the weather. ❤️🤍💙
#VeteransDay #ThankYouVeterans #VBCSchools
🇺🇸 Honoring All Who Served 🇺🇸
Today, we pause to recognize and remember the bravery, service, and sacrifice of our nation’s heroes.
Van Buren County Schools proudly thanks all Veterans for their dedication to protecting our freedom.
Happy Veterans Day! ❤️🤍💙
#VeteransDay #ThankYouVeterans #VBCSchools
Good Evening! Van Buren County schools will be closed tomorrow, Tuesday, November 11, 2025 due to current weather and road conditions. The Veterans Day program scheduled for tomorrow will be rescheduled for Wednesday, November 12. Breakfast will begin at 8 AM and the Veterans program at 9 AM. Thank you and stay safe during this winter weather.
Van Buren County Schools will be CLOSED today, November 10, 2025, due to the Winter Weather Advisory that has been issued for our area indicating the potential for snow and hazardous road conditions. Thank you!
🌟 Student Spotlight Saturday! 🌟
This week we’re celebrating Lyla McCoy! 💫 Lyla is an active member of SLT-4 and the 4-H Honor Club, always stepping up to lend a helping hand wherever it’s needed. You can often find her at local craft fairs, sharing her creativity and community spirit.
Lyla is known for her polite and happy personality, brightening every room she walks into. She’s a wonderful example of a dynamic student leader who gives her best in everything she does. Keep shining, Lyla! 💚👏
#StudentSpotlightSaturday #VBExcellence #CommunityProud #SmallSchoolBigOpportunities
🎉 We Need YOUR Help! 🎉
Van Buren County Schools is on the lookout for outstanding Thriving Thursday features and nostalgic Wayback Wednesday photos!
✨ Do you know a VBHS alum who’s doing amazing things in their career, community, or beyond? Nominate them to be featured in our Thriving Thursday spotlight!
📸 Have an old school photo, yearbook memory, or class snapshot tucked away? Share it with us for Wayback Wednesday! We love taking a trip down memory lane with our Van Buren County family!
Let’s celebrate our past and present together — one photo and one story at a time. ❤️💛
👇 Drop your nominations or photos in the comments, or send them to cbinkley@vanburenschools.org!
#VanBurenPride #ThrivingThursday #WaybackWednesday #VBHSFamily #OnceAnEagleAlwaysAnEagle
Van Buren County Schools is on the lookout for outstanding Thriving Thursday features and nostalgic Wayback Wednesday photos!
✨ Do you know a VBHS alum who’s doing amazing things in their career, community, or beyond? Nominate them to be featured in our Thriving Thursday spotlight!
📸 Have an old school photo, yearbook memory, or class snapshot tucked away? Share it with us for Wayback Wednesday! We love taking a trip down memory lane with our Van Buren County family!
Let’s celebrate our past and present together — one photo and one story at a time. ❤️💛
👇 Drop your nominations or photos in the comments, or send them to cbinkley@vanburenschools.org!
#VanBurenPride #ThrivingThursday #WaybackWednesday #VBHSFamily #OnceAnEagleAlwaysAnEagle
🎉 Our Tennessee FFA Association officers had an amazing time attending the CTSO Conference 2025.
This one-day, high-energy conference is designed to kick-start leadership for CTSO chapter members like ours.
Our officers returned with new energy, fresh ideas, and a stronger commitment to lead with purpose in our chapter. A big shout-out to everyone who made the trip possible!
🚀 Here’s to a great year ahead of growth, teamwork, and leadership in the FFA!
#ChapterLeaders #FallLeadership #TennesseeFFA #SmallSchoolBigOpportunities
🎃 Pumpkin Science Fun in 3rd Grade! 🌱
Ms. Beth’s 3rd graders have been diving into plant life cycles and learning all about the internal and external structures of plants — and what better way to explore than with pumpkins!
Thanks to local farmer Cole Delong, who generously donated 60 pumpkins, our students rolled up their sleeves for a hands-on STEM Pumpkin Investigation! 🧪 They weighed, measured, and examined the insides of their pumpkins — and even competed to guess how many seeds were inside a mini pumpkin (with three lucky prize winners! 🏆).
To wrap up the day, they showed off their creativity by painting their pumpkins and taking them home. It was a spooktacular mix of science and Halloween fun! 👩🔬🎨👻
#VanBurenCountySchools #STEM #ThirdGradeFun #PumpkinScience #SmallSchoolBigOpportunities
Ms. Beth’s 3rd graders have been diving into plant life cycles and learning all about the internal and external structures of plants — and what better way to explore than with pumpkins!
Thanks to local farmer Cole Delong, who generously donated 60 pumpkins, our students rolled up their sleeves for a hands-on STEM Pumpkin Investigation! 🧪 They weighed, measured, and examined the insides of their pumpkins — and even competed to guess how many seeds were inside a mini pumpkin (with three lucky prize winners! 🏆).
To wrap up the day, they showed off their creativity by painting their pumpkins and taking them home. It was a spooktacular mix of science and Halloween fun! 👩🔬🎨👻
#VanBurenCountySchools #STEM #ThirdGradeFun #PumpkinScience #SmallSchoolBigOpportunities
🎯 LEAPS Afterschool Spotlight!
Our archery students have been hitting their marks—literally! During practice, two of our high school students, Mackenzie Greene and Iziaiah MacMurchy , scored perfect 50’s! 🏹👏
We’re so proud of their hard work, focus, and precision. The LEAPS Afterschool Program continues to help students grow their skills, build confidence, and aim high—both on and off the range! 💪✨
#LEAPS #AfterschoolSpotlight #ArcheryExcellence #SmallSchoolBigOpportunities
Our archery students have been hitting their marks—literally! During practice, two of our high school students, Mackenzie Greene and Iziaiah MacMurchy , scored perfect 50’s! 🏹👏
We’re so proud of their hard work, focus, and precision. The LEAPS Afterschool Program continues to help students grow their skills, build confidence, and aim high—both on and off the range! 💪✨
#LEAPS #AfterschoolSpotlight #ArcheryExcellence #SmallSchoolBigOpportunities
✨Way Back Wednesday✨
Let’s take a trip down memory lane to VBHS Prom 1995! 💃🕺 Big hair, shiny dresses, tuxedos with flair, and dance moves that could’ve won awards! 😄
Who remembers the music, the decorations, and that feeling of being on top of the world for one unforgettable night? 🎶🌹
Drop your favorite ’95 Prom memories (and maybe a few photos 👀) in the comments — let’s relive the magic of the night that still makes us smile! 💫
#WayBackWednesday #VBHS #Prom1995 #SmallSchoolBigMemories
🇺🇸 Van Buren County Schools Veterans Day Program 🇺🇸
Join us as we honor all who served! ❤️🤍💙
📅 November 11, 2025
🍳 8 AM: Breakfast for Veterans & their families (VBHS Cafeteria)
🎖️ 9 AM: Veterans Day Program (VBHS Gymnasium)
Veterans, if you and your families plan on attending the breakfast, please RSVP at (931) 946-2242 by November 7th.
Parking will be available for veterans and their families in the VBHS back parking lot.
Let’s come together as a community to celebrate and thank our heroes! 🇺🇸🦅
#VanBurenCountySchools #VeteransDay #HonoringAllWhoServed #SmallSchoolBigOpportunities
Join us as we honor all who served! ❤️🤍💙
📅 November 11, 2025
🍳 8 AM: Breakfast for Veterans & their families (VBHS Cafeteria)
🎖️ 9 AM: Veterans Day Program (VBHS Gymnasium)
Veterans, if you and your families plan on attending the breakfast, please RSVP at (931) 946-2242 by November 7th.
Parking will be available for veterans and their families in the VBHS back parking lot.
Let’s come together as a community to celebrate and thank our heroes! 🇺🇸🦅
#VanBurenCountySchools #VeteransDay #HonoringAllWhoServed #SmallSchoolBigOpportunities
🌟 Sunday Staff Spotlight 🌟
This week, we’re celebrating National School Psychology Week (November 3–7) by recognizing our amazing School Psychologist, Monica Sullivan! 💙
Ms. Monica plays such an important role in helping our students succeed—academically, socially, and emotionally. She conducts evaluations, takes part in IEP meetings, and works closely with teachers, parents, and administrators to support students’ academic, behavioral, and mental health needs. She also helps implement interventions, interpret data, and promote a positive, supportive learning environment for all students.
Thank you, Ms. Monica, for everything you do to make a difference each and every day! 💛
#SundayStaffSpotlight #NationalSchoolPsychologyWeek #SmallSchoolBigOpportunities 🦅
This week, we’re celebrating National School Psychology Week (November 3–7) by recognizing our amazing School Psychologist, Monica Sullivan! 💙
Ms. Monica plays such an important role in helping our students succeed—academically, socially, and emotionally. She conducts evaluations, takes part in IEP meetings, and works closely with teachers, parents, and administrators to support students’ academic, behavioral, and mental health needs. She also helps implement interventions, interpret data, and promote a positive, supportive learning environment for all students.
Thank you, Ms. Monica, for everything you do to make a difference each and every day! 💛
#SundayStaffSpotlight #NationalSchoolPsychologyWeek #SmallSchoolBigOpportunities 🦅
🍂⏰ Time to ‘Fall Back’!
Just a friendly reminder from Van Buren County Schools: Daylight Saving Time ends on Sunday, November 2, 2025 — at 2:00 a.m., clocks will roll back one hour.
That means:
✅ You get one extra hour of sleep!
✅ Mornings will be a bit brighter — but the sun will set earlier.
Helpful tips for families & students:
🕑Consider setting your clocks back before you go to bed Saturday night to avoid confusion Sunday morning.
🌞With earlier evenings, it’s a great time to remind kids about safety: more daylight in the morning means better visibility.
🚨Since the change affects all of us — not just school schedules — it’s a good moment to check that smoke alarms and other safety devices are working properly.
Thanks for staying on schedule and helping our school community transition smoothly! 🌟
#FallBack #TimeChange #VanBurenCountySchools #SchoolReminder #SmallSchoolBigOpportunities
Just a friendly reminder from Van Buren County Schools: Daylight Saving Time ends on Sunday, November 2, 2025 — at 2:00 a.m., clocks will roll back one hour.
That means:
✅ You get one extra hour of sleep!
✅ Mornings will be a bit brighter — but the sun will set earlier.
Helpful tips for families & students:
🕑Consider setting your clocks back before you go to bed Saturday night to avoid confusion Sunday morning.
🌞With earlier evenings, it’s a great time to remind kids about safety: more daylight in the morning means better visibility.
🚨Since the change affects all of us — not just school schedules — it’s a good moment to check that smoke alarms and other safety devices are working properly.
Thanks for staying on schedule and helping our school community transition smoothly! 🌟
#FallBack #TimeChange #VanBurenCountySchools #SchoolReminder #SmallSchoolBigOpportunities
🎃🏎️ Happy Halloween from the Van Buren County Board of Education!
This year, we’re racing into the spooky season Mario Kart style! 🏁✨ Our crew traded in school buses for karts, hit the track, and brought some serious fun to the day! From Princess Peach to Bowser, and maybe even a few banana peels along the way — it’s been a race to remember! 👑🐢
Wishing everyone a safe and super-powered Halloween!
#HappyHalloween #VBBOE #MarioKartMayhem #SmallSchoolBigOpportunities 🦅
