❄️🥶 Brrr… it’s COLD outside!
Ms. Shawna’s1st grade class stayed warm and cozy all bundled up for Winter Warm Up Wednesday, Day 6 of our 12 Days of Christmas Countdown! 🧣🧤✨
Don’t forget — Camo Day is TOMORROW for Day 7: Over the River and Through the Woods! 🦌🌲
#TheCountdownIsOn #BundleUp #SmallSchoolBigOpportunities 🎄💙
Ms. Shawna’s1st grade class stayed warm and cozy all bundled up for Winter Warm Up Wednesday, Day 6 of our 12 Days of Christmas Countdown! 🧣🧤✨
Don’t forget — Camo Day is TOMORROW for Day 7: Over the River and Through the Woods! 🦌🌲
#TheCountdownIsOn #BundleUp #SmallSchoolBigOpportunities 🎄💙
Kindergarten brought all the energy to PE today, and the Gaga pit was the place to be! 🎉💥
Our little Eagles jumped in with huge smiles, quick feet, and plenty of giggles as they dodged, kicked, and cheered each other on. You could feel the excitement from across the gym—pure joy, teamwork, and just a whole lot of fun!
It was a fantastic day of movement, laughter, and learning how to play together. We love seeing them grow, try new things, and enjoy every moment! 🩵🔥
Great job, Kindergarten! Keep that enthusiasm going! 👏🥳
#SmallSchoolBigOpportunities #SES #Kindergarten #PhysicalEducation
Our little Eagles jumped in with huge smiles, quick feet, and plenty of giggles as they dodged, kicked, and cheered each other on. You could feel the excitement from across the gym—pure joy, teamwork, and just a whole lot of fun!
It was a fantastic day of movement, laughter, and learning how to play together. We love seeing them grow, try new things, and enjoy every moment! 🩵🔥
Great job, Kindergarten! Keep that enthusiasm going! 👏🥳
#SmallSchoolBigOpportunities #SES #Kindergarten #PhysicalEducation
🎁 Gift of Words Project at SES 🎁
This past week, our students have been inspired by Peter H. Reynolds’ heartwarming holiday book The Gift of Words. The story reminds us how powerful each of our kind, thoughtful words can be—and how sharing them can bring light, hope, and connection to the world.
After enjoying the story together, every SES student created their own Gift of Word ornament, choosing a positive word they wanted to share with others. These thoughtful, meaningful ornaments now hang proudly on the SES Christmas Tree, spreading joy throughout our school.
✨ "Share your positive words. May they inspire peace on earth." — Peter Reynolds
We’re so proud of our students for embracing the spirit of kindness this holiday season! ❤️🌟
#GiftOfWords #SESProud #PeaceOnEarth #PeterReynolds #HolidayJoy
This past week, our students have been inspired by Peter H. Reynolds’ heartwarming holiday book The Gift of Words. The story reminds us how powerful each of our kind, thoughtful words can be—and how sharing them can bring light, hope, and connection to the world.
After enjoying the story together, every SES student created their own Gift of Word ornament, choosing a positive word they wanted to share with others. These thoughtful, meaningful ornaments now hang proudly on the SES Christmas Tree, spreading joy throughout our school.
✨ "Share your positive words. May they inspire peace on earth." — Peter Reynolds
We’re so proud of our students for embracing the spirit of kindness this holiday season! ❤️🌟
#GiftOfWords #SESProud #PeaceOnEarth #PeterReynolds #HolidayJoy
✨ Wayback Wednesday! ✨
We’re taking a fun little trip back to 1990, and the smiles in this throwback are absolutely priceless! 📸💫
Do you recognize any of these bright-eyed future educators? It’s amazing to see how far they’ve come—from hallway giggles and classroom memories to shaping young minds today.
Feel free to tag anyone you spot and share a favorite memory from those days. 💛📚
#WaybackWednesday #Throwback1990 #FutureEducators
We’re taking a fun little trip back to 1990, and the smiles in this throwback are absolutely priceless! 📸💫
Do you recognize any of these bright-eyed future educators? It’s amazing to see how far they’ve come—from hallway giggles and classroom memories to shaping young minds today.
Feel free to tag anyone you spot and share a favorite memory from those days. 💛📚
#WaybackWednesday #Throwback1990 #FutureEducators
🎄 Tomorrow is Day 6 of 12 Days of Christmas
🎄 Halfway there—Day 6: Winter Warm Up Wednesday!
Today we’re rocking our Scarves, Mittens, & Coziest Winter Gear!
Keep the festive vibes going strong! ❄️🎅
🎄 Halfway there—Day 6: Winter Warm Up Wednesday!
Today we’re rocking our Scarves, Mittens, & Coziest Winter Gear!
Keep the festive vibes going strong! ❄️🎅
📅 Regularly Scheduled Board Meeting
The Van Buren County Board of Education will hold its regularly scheduled meeting on Wednesday, December 17, 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.
📢 Intermittent Phone Service Outage Notice
We wanted to let our families and community know that our phone service has been down today intermittently due to an area-wide issue. This is affecting all schools within the district.
Our team is monitoring the situation. Thank you for your patience and understanding!
🧸✨ Cozy Flannel Day in First Grade! ✨🧸
Ms. Shawna’s first graders were all smiles on Friday—some students came ready to feel extra cozy in their favorite flannel! The room was full of soft textures, bright patterns, and lots of happy faces.
To make the day even more special, they invited Officer Brent to jump in for a photo and included him as part of their First Grade Family. Moments like these remind us how strong and connected our school community truly is. ❤️
What a wonderful, warm-hearted day! 🧵📚
#SmallSchoolBigOpportunities #SES #12DaysofChristmas
Ms. Shawna’s first graders were all smiles on Friday—some students came ready to feel extra cozy in their favorite flannel! The room was full of soft textures, bright patterns, and lots of happy faces.
To make the day even more special, they invited Officer Brent to jump in for a photo and included him as part of their First Grade Family. Moments like these remind us how strong and connected our school community truly is. ❤️
What a wonderful, warm-hearted day! 🧵📚
#SmallSchoolBigOpportunities #SES #12DaysofChristmas
🎄Tomorrow is Day 5 of our 12 Days of Christmas!
💫 Day 5: Silent Night, Yeah Right!
Join the fun by dressing in your Favorite Christmas PJs
Show off your holiday spirit! 🎁😊
💫 Day 5: Silent Night, Yeah Right!
Join the fun by dressing in your Favorite Christmas PJs
Show off your holiday spirit! 🎁😊
🩸 Blood Assurance will be at Van Buren County High School on December 10th from 9:30 AM to 1:30 PM!
If you’ve been thinking about donating, this is the perfect chance. Our afternoon appointment slots are still completely open, so walk-ins are welcome and encouraged!
They’ll be set up right at the front of the school, making it quick and easy to stop by and give the gift of life.
Every donation makes a difference — and high school donors will even receive a pair of “Crushin’ It” socks while supplies last! 🧦❤️
Let’s show up and support a great cause!
If you’ve been thinking about donating, this is the perfect chance. Our afternoon appointment slots are still completely open, so walk-ins are welcome and encouraged!
They’ll be set up right at the front of the school, making it quick and easy to stop by and give the gift of life.
Every donation makes a difference — and high school donors will even receive a pair of “Crushin’ It” socks while supplies last! 🧦❤️
Let’s show up and support a great cause!
📣 WE’RE HIRING!
Van Buren County Schools is now accepting applications for a Custodian position at Spencer Elementary School for the 2025–26 school year!
If you enjoy working with students, being part of a supportive school family, and helping make each day a great one for our kids, we’d love to have you on our team!
📌 Applications will be received by Katina Simmons, Director of Schools.
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
📧 Submit applications to ksimmons2@vanburenschools.org
📞 Or call the Board of Education at (931) 946-2242
👉 Apply today at www.vanburenschools.org
Join us and make a difference in the lives of our students! 🍎
🎄 Tomorrow is Day 4 of our 12 Days of Christmas
🌟 Day 4: Merry Movie Monday
Tomorrow's dress-up theme is Dress as a Character from your Favorite Christmas movie!
We are loving all the holiday sparkle around school! 🎄✨
🌟 Day 4: Merry Movie Monday
Tomorrow's dress-up theme is Dress as a Character from your Favorite Christmas movie!
We are loving all the holiday sparkle around school! 🎄✨
🎄✨ What a wonderful evening at the Van Buren County Schools Annual Staff Christmas Party at River Cliff! ✨🎄
Our team enjoyed a delicious meal, great fellowship, lots of laughter, and of course—none of the fun would be complete without a spirited game of Dirty Santa! 🎁😂 It was the perfect way to celebrate the season together and show appreciation for the incredible staff who make a difference for our students every single day.
We're so thankful for our school family! ❤️🎄
#SmallSchoolBigOpportunities
🦃🍂 A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving in 3rd Grade! 🍂🦃
Mrs. Underwood’s 3rd graders celebrated the season with their very own Charlie Brown Thanksgiving!
Students enjoyed a fun, festive time together—just like in the classic story—with smiles, laughter, and plenty of Thanksgiving cheer. Moments like these make school feel a little more like family. 💛🥳
We are so thankful for these sweet students and the joy they bring to our school each day!
#SmallSchoolBigOpportunities #CharlieBrownThanksgiving #3rdGrade
Mrs. Underwood’s 3rd graders celebrated the season with their very own Charlie Brown Thanksgiving!
Students enjoyed a fun, festive time together—just like in the classic story—with smiles, laughter, and plenty of Thanksgiving cheer. Moments like these make school feel a little more like family. 💛🥳
We are so thankful for these sweet students and the joy they bring to our school each day!
#SmallSchoolBigOpportunities #CharlieBrownThanksgiving #3rdGrade
🎨✨ Culminating Activity for Unit 4! ✨🎨
Mrs. Underwood’s 3rd graders wrapped up their Unit 4: Roman Civilization learning with a hands-on creative project—beautiful mosaic art!
Our students put so much thought and imagination into their pieces, and the results were nothing short of amazing. We love seeing their artistic talents shine through as they learn in fun and meaningful ways! 💛🧩
Great job, 3rd grade! 👏 Keep up the wonderful work!
#SmallSchoolBigOpportunities #SpencerElementary
Mrs. Underwood’s 3rd graders wrapped up their Unit 4: Roman Civilization learning with a hands-on creative project—beautiful mosaic art!
Our students put so much thought and imagination into their pieces, and the results were nothing short of amazing. We love seeing their artistic talents shine through as they learn in fun and meaningful ways! 💛🧩
Great job, 3rd grade! 👏 Keep up the wonderful work!
#SmallSchoolBigOpportunities #SpencerElementary
🎄Tomorrow is Day 3 of our 12 Days of Christmas
🎉 Day 3: Christmas Flannel Friday!
Students & staff, wear your favorite Christmas Plaid or Flannel Shirt!
Don’t forget to share those festive outfits! 📸💚
🎉 Day 3: Christmas Flannel Friday!
Students & staff, wear your favorite Christmas Plaid or Flannel Shirt!
Don’t forget to share those festive outfits! 📸💚
We loved seeing Ms. Shawna’s 1st Grade Class during the first two days of our 12 Days of Christmas celebration! Her students jumped right into the festive fun with big smiles, lots of laughter, and plenty of holiday cheer.
From creative outfits to joyful classroom activities, these first graders are already making the season bright! ❤️🎅
We can’t wait to see what the next ten days bring! 🎁🎉
From creative outfits to joyful classroom activities, these first graders are already making the season bright! ❤️🎅
We can’t wait to see what the next ten days bring! 🎁🎉
✨🎄 A Merry Christmas is Coming to Spencer! 🎄✨
This post is shared on behalf of the Van Buren–Spencer Chamber of Commerce.
Mark your calendars for Saturday, December 14th and join us for a day full of holiday cheer at our Community Christmas Tree Lighting on the Square!
Enjoy the festive Christmas parade, followed by caroling and the official tree lighting at 2:30 PM. The Prevention Coalition will be set up with hot cocoa before and after the parade and cookie decorating at the Chamber office — fun for all ages!
We invite everyone to help make our community tree extra special by bringing an ornament to represent your family. If you don’t have one, no worries — ornaments will be available!
📍 On the Square / 179 College St., Spencer, TN
📅 December 14, 2024
🕝 Immediately following the parade
Let’s come together to celebrate the season, support our community, and kick off Christmas in Spencer the best way possible! ❤️🎅❄️
This post is shared on behalf of the Van Buren–Spencer Chamber of Commerce.
Mark your calendars for Saturday, December 14th and join us for a day full of holiday cheer at our Community Christmas Tree Lighting on the Square!
Enjoy the festive Christmas parade, followed by caroling and the official tree lighting at 2:30 PM. The Prevention Coalition will be set up with hot cocoa before and after the parade and cookie decorating at the Chamber office — fun for all ages!
We invite everyone to help make our community tree extra special by bringing an ornament to represent your family. If you don’t have one, no worries — ornaments will be available!
📍 On the Square / 179 College St., Spencer, TN
📅 December 14, 2024
🕝 Immediately following the parade
Let’s come together to celebrate the season, support our community, and kick off Christmas in Spencer the best way possible! ❤️🎅❄️
🎄 Tomorrow is Day 2 of our 12 Days of Christmas
✨ Day 2 is Tree Topper Thursday!
Tomorrow we’re celebrating by Wearing a Festive Hat, Headband, or Antlers like a Christmas Tree Topper!
Let’s keep the holiday spirit going! 🎅❄️
✨ Day 2 is Tree Topper Thursday!
Tomorrow we’re celebrating by Wearing a Festive Hat, Headband, or Antlers like a Christmas Tree Topper!
Let’s keep the holiday spirit going! 🎅❄️
Wayback Wednesday 🏀✨
Today we’re rolling the clock all the way back to the 1990–91 Van Buren County Girls and Boys Basketball Teams!
Big hair, bold uniforms, buzzer beaters, and that classic gym-floor shine — this crew brought the energy every single game. Whether it was fast breaks, full-court presses, or the loudest student section cheering them on, these athletes helped build the strong basketball tradition we’re proud of today.
Here’s to the players, coaches, and fans who made the 90–91 season unforgettable. 💛🦅
If you were part of these teams — or cheering from the stands — let us know your favorite memory below!
#SmallSchoolBigOpportunities
