🎃🏎️ 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 🦅
From fun outfits to big smiles, they brought the energy all week long — way to go, 1st graders! 🦅
#RedRibbonWeek #HealthyChoices #SmallSchoolBigOpportunities
Van Buren County Schools celebrates Military Family Appreciation Month and a calendar full of special events, learning opportunities, and community celebrations! 🙌
✨ Highlights this month include:
🕰 Daylight Savings Time Ends – Nov. 2
💛 World Kindness Week – Nov. 10–14
🇺🇸 Veterans Day Breakfast & Program – Nov. 11
📝Progress Reports Go Home
🏫 American Education Week – Nov. 17–21
✏️ National Education Support Professionals Day – Nov. 19
🍎 Substitute Educators Day – Nov. 21
🦃 Thanksgiving Break (No School) – Nov. 26–28
Let’s make this month one of gratitude, kindness, and learning together! ❤️
#VBCSchools #SmallSchoolBigOpportunities #ThankfulForOurCommunity
Our Spanish I students are continuing their Día de los Muertos activities with a sweet twist—decorating Day of the Dead cookies! From colorful icing to intricate designs, students are learning about this rich tradition while getting creative in the classroom. 🍪✨
Check out their amazing work and vibrant designs!
#DiadelosMuertos #VBHS #SmallSchoolBigOpportunities
This week, we’re celebrating Ms. Kelly Lewis, a proud VBHS Class of 1991 graduate! After a successful career in social work, Ms. Kelly returned home to Van Buren County Schools as our Coordinated School Health Director — and she’s been making a difference ever since.
Over the years, she’s been recognized with numerous awards for her dedication to students, including the Upper Cumberland Regional Suicide Prevention Award in 2023. Ms. Kelly’s enthusiasm, positivity, and ever-present smile brighten every hallway she walks through!
She plays a huge role in organizing activities throughout the year and works closely with students through SLT-4, Summer Teen Institute, and many other programs that support health, leadership, and growth.
During Red Ribbon Week, we salute Ms. Kelly for her commitment to helping our students thrive — mind, body, and heart. ❤️
#ThrivingThursday #SmallSchoolBigOpportunities 🦅
Take a look at what’s cooking in our cafeterias this month! From classic favorites like chicken tenders and spaghetti to special meals like “Breakfast for Lunch” and Thanksgiving-style turkey with dressing — our students are sure to find something to love each day.
🍽️ All students eat at NO COST!
Adult meals are $5.00.
Check out the full Van Buren County Schools November 2025 Lunch Menu below 👇 and start planning your favorites!
#VBCSchools #SchoolLunch #NovemberMenu #SmallSchoolBigOpportunities 🦅
They designed and decorated colorful skulls as part of their cultural lesson — celebrating this Mexican tradition that honors and remembers loved ones.
What a fun and meaningful way to combine art, language, and culture! 🎨✨
#VBHS #DiaDeLosMuertos #CulturalConnections #SmallSchoolBigOpportunities 🦅
We’re taking it back to 1996 with the Van Buren County High School Top Ten! 🎓
See if you recognize some familiar faces from nearly 30 years ago — a time of school spirit, big dreams, and maybe a few too many flannel shirts and cassette tapes. 😄
It’s always fun to look back and remember where we came from — and how far we’ve come. 💙💛
#WaybackWednesday #VBCHS #ClassOf1996 #SmallSchoolBigOpportunities 🦅
Students and staff at Spencer Elementary School and VBHS showed off their Red Ribbon Week spirit today by wearing their coziest pajamas while celebrating healthy, drug-free lifestyles! 💙
We loved seeing so many students and staff members with cozy pajamas, fuzzy socks, sleep masks, and houseshoes! Keep dreaming big and staying drug free! 🌟
A big shoutout to Ashley Al-Hasan, Health Educator with the Department of Health, for hosting the Red Ribbon Pledge Table at VBHS during lunch! Students pledged to stay drug-free and stand up against bullying — way to go, Eagles! 💪❤️
#RedRibbonWeek #DreamBigStayDrugFree #HealthyChoices #SpencerElementary #VBHS #CommunityStrong #SmallSchoolBigOpportunities
Join the fight against bullying and drugs! 💪
Check out Ms. Shawna’s class in action! 🦅
And don’t miss Ms. Shawna and Ms. Kim decked out in camo—ready to join the fight against bullying and drugs! 🌟
#RedRibbonWeek #CamoDay #StandAgainstBullying #SayNoToDrugs #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
Van Buren County Schools will be celebrating Red Ribbon Week October 27–31 with fun themed days and an important message — to live a healthy, drug-free life! ❤️
Here’s what’s happening each day:
🟢 Monday, 10/27 – Camo Day: Join the fight against bullying and drugs!
💤 Tuesday, 10/28 – Pajama Day: Dream big — stay drug free!
👯 Wednesday, 10/29 – Twin Day: Friends don’t let friends do drugs!
🎶 Thursday, 10/30 – Decades Day: Drugs are old news!
🎃 Friday, 10/31 – Halloween Costume Day: Drugs are scary — say BOO to bullying!
Remember! All dress up attire & costumes must comply with school dress code!
Let’s make this week full of school spirit and positive choices as we work together for a drug-free future! 💪
#VBStrong #SmallSchoolBigOpportunities #RedRibbonWeek #DrugFreeLooksLikeMe
Continuing our celebration of National Principals Month, we’re shining the spotlight on Mrs. Amanda Cronin, Vice Principal at Van Buren County High School!
This is Mrs. Cronin's first year as Vice Principal, after several years of teaching middle school. A proud 1997 graduate of Van Buren County High School, Amanda brings enthusiasm, compassion, and a true love for our students to everything she does.
Her infectious smile and positive attitude brighten every hallway she walks through. 💙💛🦅
Help us celebrate Mrs. Cronin for all she does to make VBCHS a great place to learn and grow! 🙌
#StaffSpotlightSunday #NationalPrincipalsMonth #VBStrong #SmallSchoolBigOpportunities
This week we’re shining a light on one of our outstanding Van Buren County High School seniors, Dalton Beaman! During our school district’s time working the concession stand at the Van Buren County Fair, he noticed we needed an extra hand taking orders—and without hesitation, he jumped right in to help. 🙌
Dalton took orders, delivered food, and made sure things ran smoothly for everyone. His initiative and willingness to serve are perfect examples of what it means to be a Van Buren County Eagle! 🦅
A big thank you for stepping up and making a difference! 💙💛
#SmallSchoolBigOpportunities #VBEagles #StudentSpotlight
🎃👻 SES/VBHS PTO Trunk or Treat 2025! 👻🎃
Get ready for a spooktacular evening of fun, candy, and community! 🕷️🕸️
📅 Date: October 25
⏰ Time: 4–6 PM
📍 Location: VBHS Back Parking Lot
💧 Rain Out Date: October 31
✨ FREE entrance & FREE spot reservations!
🪙 Don’t forget to vote in the Pumpkin Penny Wars!
Come out for a fang-tastic night—you won’t want to miss it! 🧛♂️🦇
#TrunkOrTreat #SmallSchoolBigOpportunities
This trip combined touring two nurseries, picking out landscape plants, and purchasing plants that will soon brighten up the front of our Central Office. 🌸
Students visited Cedarwood, where they not only explored the nursery but also got to participate in the agritourism side of the business — learning how agriculture connects with tourism and the community. They also toured Lowe’s Garden Center to see plant management and retail operations in action. 🌱
What a great day of learning, exploring, and growing — in more ways than one! 🌻
#smallschoolbigopportunities 🦅#LandscapeClass #VBHS
🌟 Celebrating Excellence in Van Buren County Schools! 🌟
At our October Board of Education meeting, we proudly recognized some of the outstanding individuals who make a difference in our schools and community every day! 💙💛
✨ Staff Honorees:
Our incredible Principals, Amanda Binkley and Drew Campbell, and Vice Principals, Brandon Myers and Amanda Cronin, from Spencer Elementary School and Van Buren County High School were honored for their dedication, leadership, and the positive impact they have on students and staff. Their commitment to creating welcoming, supportive learning environments truly sets the tone for success! 👏
🦅 Student Honorees:
Two exceptional elementary school students, Bailee Meyer and Charlee Everett, were also recognized for their selfless service and contributions to the community. These young leaders remind us that it’s never too early to make a difference and show kindness through action. 💫
We are so proud of all our honorees for their hard work, compassion, and commitment to making Van Buren County Schools a place where everyone can thrive! 🏫❤️
#VBCSchools #VBStrong #SmallSchoolBigOpportunities #CommunityPride
Ms. Kennedy's 3rd grade SEL class recently explored the importance of understanding and following rules with a fun and meaningful lesson! We read “The Rule Does Not Apply to Me” by Julia Cook and then played a game of Picture Telephone.
In the game, the first student sees the original picture, and it’s passed down the line one drawing at a time. By the time it reaches the last person, the final drawing looks quite different from the original! 🎨
Afterward, we discussed how this connects to following rules:
“When we don’t have clear directions or don’t follow the same rules, what happens? Everyone ends up with a different idea of what to do—just like our drawings!”
Our goals for this lesson were to strengthen communication, listening, and perspective-taking skills—and of course, to have a little fun competition along the way! 🧠💛
#SmallSchoolBigOpportunities #SEL #Feature Friday
