Van Buren County Schools

🎉 Long Weekend Alert! 🐣✨ Van Buren County Schools will be CLOSED on Friday, April 18 for Good Friday! Enjoy the extra day off—sleep in & spend time with the people (and pets 🐶🐱) you love! Have a safe and happy holiday weekend! 💐🌞 #GoodFriday #NoSchool #LongWeekendVibes #VanBurenCountySchools

📣 Attention Van Buren County Families & Community Members! We need your voice! 🗣️ Van Buren County Schools has officially launched the Year 2 Stronger Connections Grant Survey, and we’re inviting all families and community members to take just a few minutes to complete it. Your feedback is essential in helping us strengthen school safety, connection, and support for every student in our district. 💙 📝 Click here to take the survey: https://forms.gle/bX7Aj37w4WZp74Xa9 📅 Deadline: May 9th Together, we can make our schools even stronger and more connected! 💪📚 #VanBurenStrong #StrongerConnections #CommunityMatters

📚✏️ Testing time is almost here! ✏️📚 Van Buren County Schools want to ensure every student is prepared and set up for success. Here are 3 simple tips to help your child perform their best: ✅ Eat Healthy – A good breakfast fuels the brain! Make sure your child starts the day with a nutritious meal. 😴 Get Plenty of Rest – A well-rested mind is a ready mind! Encourage your child to get enough sleep each night. ⏰ Be On Time – Arriving at school on time helps students feel calm and prepared for the day ahead. Let’s work together to support our students! We believe in them, and we know they will do great! 💪📖 #VanBurenSchools #TestingTips #StudentSuccess #WeBelieveInYou

📣 Important Update from Van Buren County Schools 📣 Please note that the April Board Meeting has been rescheduled to April 23, 2025. 🗓️ Be sure to mark your calendars! For a full list of board meetings and more information, visit 👉 www.vanburenschools.org #VanBurenCountySchools #BoardMeetingUpdate #CommunityNotice

🌟 Celebrating National Assistant Principal Week! 🌟 Van Buren County Schools is proud to recognize Brandon Myers (SES) and Drew Campbell (VBHS) for their hard work, dedication, and leadership! 🎉👏 Assistant principals play a vital role in shaping our schools, supporting students, and ensuring success every day. We appreciate all that you do! Join us in saying THANK YOU to these incredible leaders during April 7-11, 2025! 💙📚🎓 #ThankYouAPs #NationalAssistantPrincipalWeek #VBCountySchools

TCAP Hype Week is April 7-11! We’re counting down to April 14 and getting in the ZONE with fun dress up days & motivation all week! Get hyped, stay focused, and remember — you’ve worked hard all year for this moment! Let’s show what we KNOW and rock the TCAP! #TCAPHypeWeek #ReadySetTest #ShowWhatYouKnow #TCAPStrong #WeGotThis

The Van Buren County School System is currently accepting applications for the Supervisor of Transportation and Safety. Applications will be received by Katina Simmons, Director of Schools.  Applications will be accepted until April 18, 2025, at noon or until the position is filled. Please submit applications to ksimmons2@vanburenschools.org or call the Board of Education at (931) 946-2242. For a full listing of requirements and responsibilities, please visit www.vanburenschools.org.

📚✨ Happy National School Librarian Appreciation Day! ✨📚 Today, we celebrate the amazing school librarians of Van Buren County Schools, Angie Bouldin (SES) and Abbie Bouldin (VBHS), for their dedication to fostering a love for reading and learning! Thank you for all you do to inspire and support our students every day. Your hard work does not go unnoticed! 💛 Join us in showing appreciation for these incredible educators on April 4, 2025! 👏📖 #ThankYouLibrarians #SchoolLibrarianAppreciation #VanBurenCountySchools

🌟 Happy National Paraprofessional Appreciation Day! 🌟 Today, we celebrate and recognize the incredible paraprofessionals of Van Buren County Schools! 🎉🍎 Your dedication, hard work, and unwavering support make a difference in the lives of our students every single day. From assisting in classrooms to providing one-on-one support, you are the heart of our schools, ensuring every child receives the care and attention they deserve. 💙✨ Join us in thanking these amazing individuals for their commitment to education! #ThankAParaprofessional #VBCountySchools #ParaprofessionalAppreciation #WeLoveOurStaff

🌱🌸 Van Buren FFA Plant Sale 2025! 🌸🌱 Spring is in the air, and it’s the perfect time to add some greenery to your home and garden! Join us for the Van Buren FFA Plant Sale, featuring a variety of flowers, hanging baskets, and vegetables. 🌿 Flowers & Hanging Baskets: Coleus, Petunias, Spider Plants, Wandering Ju, and more! 🌸 Flowers in Trays & Pots: Vinca, Impatiens, Begonias, and more beautiful blooms! 🍅 Vegetables: Tomatoes (Better Boy, Big Boy, Brandywine, and more), Peppers (Jalapeño, Cayenne, Sweet Banana, etc.), Cucumbers, Squash, and more! 💲 Pricing: ✔️ Plastic 10” Hanging Baskets - $12 ✔️ Coconut Hanging Baskets - $20 ✔️ Trays - $12 ✔️ Pots - $4 📞 Contact us at (931)-946-2442 for more info! Support our FFA students and bring home some gorgeous plants! 🌿💚 Spread the word! #VanBurenFFA #PlantSale2025 #SupportFFA #SpringPlants"

📢 Kindergarten Registration at Spencer Elementary! 🎒✏️ 📅 Dates: May 19 & 20 📞 Call 946-2171 to schedule an appointment 📌 Required Documents: ✅ Proof of Birth ✅ Immunization Record ✅ Proof of Residence ✅ Custodial Papers (if applicable) 🚸 Children must be 5 years old on or before August 15, 2025. Please bring your child with you when registering! We can’t wait to welcome our new kindergarteners! 💛📚 #SpencerElementary #KindergartenRegistration

✨🥣 Fuel Your Day with a Healthy School Breakfast & WIN! 🏆🎉 🍎 Eating breakfast daily helps you focus, feel great, & do your best in class! 📚💡 🎟️ April 1 Special Event: Eat breakfast & get entered into a prize drawing! 🎁🎊 🥞 School Breakfast = Daily Success! We ask parents/guardians to encourage their child to eat breakfast at school on April 1st. Make it part of your morning routine! ⏰🥛 #HealthyStart 🍏 #FuelForSuccess 🚀 #SchoolBreakfastWins 🏆

📚✨ Exciting News, Spencer Elementary Families! ✨📚 The Spencer Elementary School Library is hosting a Buy One, Get One Free Book Fair! 🎉 📅 Dates: Friday, April 4 – Friday, April 11, 2025 ⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM (Daily) This is a fantastic opportunity to stock up on books for your little readers—grab a favorite and get another for free! Don’t miss out on this chance to encourage a love of reading. See you at the book fair! 📖💙 #SpencerElementary #BOGOBookFair #ScholasticBookFair

🌸✨ April Happenings at Van Buren County Schools! ✨🌸 Spring is here, and we have a busy month ahead! From appreciation days to testing and holidays, here’s what’s happening in April: 📚 School Library Month 🍳 April 1st – April Fools’ Breakfast 👩‍🏫 April 2nd – National Paraprofessional Appreciation Day 📖 April 4th – National School Librarian Appreciation Day 🏫 April 7th-11th – National Assistant Principal Week 📚 April 6th-12th – National School Library Week 📝 April 14th-25th – Elementary School TCAP 📝 April 15th-30th – Middle School TCAP 📖 April 16th-May 1st – High School Testing 📊 April 17th – Progress Reports 🐰April 18th – Good Friday (No School) 🚌 April 22nd – School Bus Driver Appreciation Day 🖥️ April 23rd – Administrative Professionals Day 🤩Be on the lookout for lots of other great events taking place at SES & VBHS 🦅 Let’s celebrate our amazing staff and students this month! 🎉 #AprilHappenings #VanBurenCountySchools #ThankYouEducators

📢 April 2025 School Lunch Menu is Here! 🍽️🎉 Check out our delicious lineup of meals for April! 🌸🥗🍕 Whether you're craving something hearty or a light, healthy option, we've got you covered. 📅 View the full menu below or at www.vanburenschools.org or via the Van Buren Co. Schools App 🥞Also, don't forget about our April Fools' Breakfast Event! Eat Breakfast at school on April 1 and be entered into a drawing for some awesome prizes. 🎫 #AprilLunchMenu #DeliciousEats #MealTime"

Parents and Staff: Van Buren County Schools will be operating on a two hour delay tomorrow, March 31, 2025 due to the potential severe weather conditions. Please stay safe and weather aware. Thank you!

The Van Buren County School System is currently accepting applications for an Elementary School Teacher at Spencer Elementary School for the 2025-26 School Year. Applicants must possess or be able to obtain the appropriate license. Applications will be received by Katina Simmons, Director of Schools. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Please submit applications to ksimmons2@vanburenschools.org or call the Board of Education at (931) 946-2242. For full details, please visit the www.vanburenschools.org website.

Van Buren Schools is currently hiring for a Principal at Van Buren County High School. The Director of Schools will be accepting applications for the 12-month position. Applications will be received by Katina Simmons, Director of Schools.  Applications will be accepted until April 8, 2025, at noon or until the position is filled. Please submit applications to ksimmons2@vanburenschools.org or call the Board of Education at (931) 946-2242. For the full job posting and requirements, please visit the Van Buren Schools website at www.vanburenschools.org.

✨🥣 Start your day with a Healthy School Breakfast & WIN! 🏆🎉 🍎 Eating breakfast every day helps you focus, feel better, & do your best in class! 📚💡 🎟️ Plus! On April 1, all students who eat breakfast will be entered into a prize drawing! 🎁🎊 This special event is a fun way to remind everyone how eating breakfast helps you win every single day! 🏅💪 🥞 School Breakfast is served every day —Make it a part of your morning routine! ⏰🥛 #HealthyStart 🍏 #FuelForSuccess 🚀 #SchoolBreakfastWins 🏆

Coordinated School Health Wellness & Health Tip of the Month: 📱💡 Balance Screen Time for Better Health! 💡📱Did you know that limiting screen time to 2 hours or less a day can help improve your health and wellness? 👀✨ Spending too much time in front of screens can lead to eye strain, poor posture, and even trouble sleeping. But don't worry – it’s all about finding balance! 💪 🌟 Why Limit Screen Time? Protects your eyes from strain 👁️ Helps improve sleep quality 💤 Encourages more physical activity 🏃‍♀️ Promotes better focus and mental well-being 🧠 Try setting screen-free time each day, like during meals or before bed. Small changes can make a big difference! Let’s focus on health – inside and out. #ScreenTimeBalance #HealthyHabits #CoordinatedSchoolHealth #Wellness #HealthyLifestyle #DigitalDetox