Van Independent School District
After High School Comes Opportunity
🐣 HANDS-ON LEARNING AT J.E. RHODES! 🐥
There are some exciting new additions at J.E. Rhodes Elementary — CHICKENS! 🐔❤️
Our first-grade classes are bringing science to life with a hands-on study of the life cycle of a chicken! As part of their first-grade TEKS, students are getting an up-close look at the different stages of the life cycle and making real-world connections to what they’re learning in the classroom.
There’s nothing quite like watching learning come to life — especially when it’s this cute! 🐣
We love seeing our youngest Vandals observe, discover, ask questions, and LEARN!
#WeAreVan #VandalProud #HandsOnLearning #LearningComesToLife
There are some exciting new additions at J.E. Rhodes Elementary — CHICKENS! 🐔❤️
Our first-grade classes are bringing science to life with a hands-on study of the life cycle of a chicken! As part of their first-grade TEKS, students are getting an up-close look at the different stages of the life cycle and making real-world connections to what they’re learning in the classroom.
There’s nothing quite like watching learning come to life — especially when it’s this cute! 🐣
We love seeing our youngest Vandals observe, discover, ask questions, and LEARN!
#WeAreVan #VandalProud #HandsOnLearning #LearningComesToLife
🏐 UPDATED VANDAL VOLLEYBALL SCHEDULES! 🏐
We are off to a great start this season! Be sure to check out the updated schedules for the 2026 season! 📅
#WeAreVan #VandalVolleyball #LadyVandals
We are off to a great start this season! Be sure to check out the updated schedules for the 2026 season! 📅
#WeAreVan #VandalVolleyball #LadyVandals
🚨GAME DAY - DUEL MATCH🚨
@ Pine Tree High School | V, JV1, JV2
4:30 PM - Pine Tree
5:30 PM - Pleasant Grove
👩🏻💻Graphic by Lucy York
#VandalVolleyball
@ Pine Tree High School | V, JV1, JV2
4:30 PM - Pine Tree
5:30 PM - Pleasant Grove
👩🏻💻Graphic by Lucy York
#VandalVolleyball
✏️Come hang out with us at Parent Night!
You will get to hear from your child’s teacher about our daily routines, systems, and all the exciting things happening this year! It’s a great way to see how our school runs, and how we can partner together to make it an awesome year for your child.
Have children in multiple classes or buildings? No worries! Drop your children off at their respective playgrounds for childcare, then choose one classroom to attend the full presentation. Since we are one school in two buildings, most of the information will be the same across classrooms! Afterward, you can stop by your other children’s classrooms to pick up an information packet, ask any quick questions, and learn about any classroom-specific details you may have missed.
You will get to hear from your child’s teacher about our daily routines, systems, and all the exciting things happening this year! It’s a great way to see how our school runs, and how we can partner together to make it an awesome year for your child.
Have children in multiple classes or buildings? No worries! Drop your children off at their respective playgrounds for childcare, then choose one classroom to attend the full presentation. Since we are one school in two buildings, most of the information will be the same across classrooms! Afterward, you can stop by your other children’s classrooms to pick up an information packet, ask any quick questions, and learn about any classroom-specific details you may have missed.
We had a great time at UIL choreography ❤️📣
🏐 DAY 2 COMPLETE! ❤️🤍
The Lady Vandals are rolling at the Tyler ISD Invitational! 🔥
Vandal Volleyball picked up two more wins today, defeating Tyler High and Bullard to move to an impressive 5-0 in tournament play!
With pool play complete, the Lady Vandals are headed to the GOLD BRACKET tomorrow! 🏆
📍 Gold Bracket
⏰ 10:30 AM
🏐 Opponent: TBD
#VandalVolleyball #GoVandals #TylerISDInvitational #GoldBracket
The Lady Vandals are rolling at the Tyler ISD Invitational! 🔥
Vandal Volleyball picked up two more wins today, defeating Tyler High and Bullard to move to an impressive 5-0 in tournament play!
With pool play complete, the Lady Vandals are headed to the GOLD BRACKET tomorrow! 🏆
📍 Gold Bracket
⏰ 10:30 AM
🏐 Opponent: TBD
#VandalVolleyball #GoVandals #TylerISDInvitational #GoldBracket
We're looking for a GROUNDSKEEPER to join this hardworking crew in the Van ISD Maintenance Department! 💪❤️
Ready to join #TeamVISD? Apply online today! 👇
🔗 Apply here: vanisd.org/o/visd/page/careers
#WeAreVan #TeamVISD
Ready to join #TeamVISD? Apply online today! 👇
🔗 Apply here: vanisd.org/o/visd/page/careers
#WeAreVan #TeamVISD
❤️📚 WELCOME BACK, VANDALS! 📚❤️
There is just something special about the first day of school! ✏️🍎
Today, the energy returned to our hallways, classrooms, cafeterias, playgrounds, and campuses as we officially kicked off the 2026–2027 school year! 🎉
From first-day hugs and new friendships to familiar faces, excited teachers, and students ready to learn, there are already so many wonderful things happening across Van ISD. ❤️
But more than anything, today we are reminded of what a privilege it is to do what we do.
Every child who walks through our doors has been entrusted to our care, and we are incredibly thankful for each and every one of them. It is an honor to teach them, encourage them, challenge them, cheer for them, and watch them grow throughout the year. 🚌📚✏️🎨🎶🏈
We are equally grateful for the families and community who trust and support us along the way. Serving the students and families of Vandal Land is a privilege we never take for granted. ❤️
It's a GREAT day to be a Vandal! ❤️
#WeAreVan #VISDBack2School
More photos here: https://flic.kr/s/aHBqjD2jWS
There is just something special about the first day of school! ✏️🍎
Today, the energy returned to our hallways, classrooms, cafeterias, playgrounds, and campuses as we officially kicked off the 2026–2027 school year! 🎉
From first-day hugs and new friendships to familiar faces, excited teachers, and students ready to learn, there are already so many wonderful things happening across Van ISD. ❤️
But more than anything, today we are reminded of what a privilege it is to do what we do.
Every child who walks through our doors has been entrusted to our care, and we are incredibly thankful for each and every one of them. It is an honor to teach them, encourage them, challenge them, cheer for them, and watch them grow throughout the year. 🚌📚✏️🎨🎶🏈
We are equally grateful for the families and community who trust and support us along the way. Serving the students and families of Vandal Land is a privilege we never take for granted. ❤️
It's a GREAT day to be a Vandal! ❤️
#WeAreVan #VISDBack2School
More photos here: https://flic.kr/s/aHBqjD2jWS
Vandal Cheer: We had a great first day welcoming all the students back to school!!!
Vandal Football will hit the field for the first scrimmage of the 2026 season Friday, August 14, in Edgewood!
📍 Edgewood
📅 Friday, August 14
⏰ Subvarsity | 5:30 PM
🏈 Varsity | To Follow
#WeAreVan #VandalFootball #FridayNightLights #VandalPride
📍 Edgewood
📅 Friday, August 14
⏰ Subvarsity | 5:30 PM
🏈 Varsity | To Follow
#WeAreVan #VandalFootball #FridayNightLights #VandalPride
TYLER ISD VOLLEYBALL INVITATIONAL | DAY 1 🏐
The Lady Vandals are off to a STRONG START at the Tyler ISD Volleyball Invitational! 💪🔥
Van finished Day 1 with THREE WINS, defeating:
🏐 Cumberland Academy
🏐 Alba-Golden
🏐 Mineola
3-0 on the day! 👏
The Lady Vandals are back on the court Friday for another day of tournament action. Keep it rolling, ladies! ❤️🤍
#WeAreVan #VandalVolleyball #LadyVandals
The Lady Vandals are off to a STRONG START at the Tyler ISD Volleyball Invitational! 💪🔥
Van finished Day 1 with THREE WINS, defeating:
🏐 Cumberland Academy
🏐 Alba-Golden
🏐 Mineola
3-0 on the day! 👏
The Lady Vandals are back on the court Friday for another day of tournament action. Keep it rolling, ladies! ❤️🤍
#WeAreVan #VandalVolleyball #LadyVandals
🚨 VANDAL FOOTBALL SCHEDULE CLARIFICATIONS 🚨
Vandal fans, please take note of a few important updates and clarifications to our 2026 football schedule!
📍 Friday, August 14
Scrimmage will be played AT Edgewood.
Subvarsity will begin at 5:30 with Varsity to follow.
📍 Thursday, August 20
Scrimmage will be played AT Corsicana.
Freshmen/JV will begin at 5:30 with Varsity to follow.
📍 BROWNSBORO WEEK — DATE CHANGES
Due to a lack of available area officials, our games against Brownsboro have been adjusted:
🏈 Wednesday, October 21
7th Grade • 8th Grade • Freshman • JV
🏈 Thursday, October 22
Varsity
Please make note of these changes on your calendars!
Vandal fans, please take note of a few important updates and clarifications to our 2026 football schedule!
📍 Friday, August 14
Scrimmage will be played AT Edgewood.
Subvarsity will begin at 5:30 with Varsity to follow.
📍 Thursday, August 20
Scrimmage will be played AT Corsicana.
Freshmen/JV will begin at 5:30 with Varsity to follow.
📍 BROWNSBORO WEEK — DATE CHANGES
Due to a lack of available area officials, our games against Brownsboro have been adjusted:
🏈 Wednesday, October 21
7th Grade • 8th Grade • Freshman • JV
🏈 Thursday, October 22
Varsity
Please make note of these changes on your calendars!
🌅❤️ SENIOR SUNRISE | CLASS OF 2027 ❤️🌅
What a special way to begin the 2026–2027 school year!
The Class of 2027 gathered at Mal Fowler Stadium for a student-led Senior Sunrise, celebrating the beginning of their final year together in Vandal Land.
There was breakfast, a drink bar from ICED UP, plenty of photos, lots of laughter, and more than a little reminiscing about the past 12 years. ❤️
Next up: the LAST first day. 🥹📚
#WeAreVan #VandalLand #ClassOf2027 #SeniorSunrise #SeniorYear
What a special way to begin the 2026–2027 school year!
The Class of 2027 gathered at Mal Fowler Stadium for a student-led Senior Sunrise, celebrating the beginning of their final year together in Vandal Land.
There was breakfast, a drink bar from ICED UP, plenty of photos, lots of laughter, and more than a little reminiscing about the past 12 years. ❤️
Next up: the LAST first day. 🥹📚
#WeAreVan #VandalLand #ClassOf2027 #SeniorSunrise #SeniorYear
⏰📚 The first day of school is TOMORROW — Thursday, August 13! 🎉
Get those backpacks packed, first-day outfits ready, and alarms set — it’s almost time! 🎒✏️🍎
We can't wait to see you bright and early tomorrow morning, Vandals! ❤️
#WeAreVan
Get those backpacks packed, first-day outfits ready, and alarms set — it’s almost time! 🎒✏️🍎
We can't wait to see you bright and early tomorrow morning, Vandals! ❤️
#WeAreVan
Welcome back, VHS Vandals! ❤️🤍
Tomorrow we’re back at it! Our Van High School faculty and staff are ready for a new year, new goals, and another great season of Vandal Pride.
Let’s have a great year!
#WeAreVan #AfterHighSchoolComesOpportunity
Tomorrow we’re back at it! Our Van High School faculty and staff are ready for a new year, new goals, and another great season of Vandal Pride.
Let’s have a great year!
#WeAreVan #AfterHighSchoolComesOpportunity
🎾 VANDALS TAKE DOWN LONGVIEW! 🎾
Vandal Tennis picked up another great win yesterday, defeating Longview 13-6! ❤️🤍
🔥 Doubles: 6-1
🔥 Singles: 7-5
🏆 Final: Vandals 13 | Longview 6
Lots of great matches and a strong team effort from our Vandals! Way to compete and get the WIN! 👏🎾
#WeAreVan #VandalTennis
Vandal Tennis picked up another great win yesterday, defeating Longview 13-6! ❤️🤍
🔥 Doubles: 6-1
🔥 Singles: 7-5
🏆 Final: Vandals 13 | Longview 6
Lots of great matches and a strong team effort from our Vandals! Way to compete and get the WIN! 👏🎾
#WeAreVan #VandalTennis
We can not wait to see everyone tomorrow!!
🍎🍽️ SCHOOL MEAL INFORMATION FOR 2026–2027 🍽️🍎
Van ISD is pleased to continue providing FREE breakfast and lunch to ALL Pre-K through 6th-grade students during the 2026–2027 school year through the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP).
Families of 7th–12th grade students may apply for free or reduced-price meals through Van ISD Food Services: https://www.mealappnow.com/manvan/splash.php
❤️ Pre-K–6th Grade: FREE Breakfast & Lunch
❤️ All Reduced-Price Students: No Charge for Breakfast or Lunch
❤️ 7th–12th Grade: $2.25 Breakfast | $3.75 Lunch
🌟 Visit our Food Service page for everything you need in one place!🔗 https://www.vanisd.org/page/food-service
There you can:
• Apply for free or reduced-price meals
• View breakfast and lunch menus
• Add money to your student’s meal account through PayCentral
• Find meal prices and additional Food Service information
We’re proud to help make sure our Vandals have access to nutritious meals to fuel a great day of learning! ❤️
#WeAreVan
Van ISD is pleased to continue providing FREE breakfast and lunch to ALL Pre-K through 6th-grade students during the 2026–2027 school year through the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP).
Families of 7th–12th grade students may apply for free or reduced-price meals through Van ISD Food Services: https://www.mealappnow.com/manvan/splash.php
❤️ Pre-K–6th Grade: FREE Breakfast & Lunch
❤️ All Reduced-Price Students: No Charge for Breakfast or Lunch
❤️ 7th–12th Grade: $2.25 Breakfast | $3.75 Lunch
🌟 Visit our Food Service page for everything you need in one place!🔗 https://www.vanisd.org/page/food-service
There you can:
• Apply for free or reduced-price meals
• View breakfast and lunch menus
• Add money to your student’s meal account through PayCentral
• Find meal prices and additional Food Service information
We’re proud to help make sure our Vandals have access to nutritious meals to fuel a great day of learning! ❤️
#WeAreVan
🚨VHS Students, don’t forget to get your parking permits!🚨
Office staff will be available today from 8:30-12:00 and 1:30-3:30 for any students still needing a parking permit.
Office staff will be available today from 8:30-12:00 and 1:30-3:30 for any students still needing a parking permit.
⭐️ Join us for our Van FFA Kickoff Meeting on August 25 at 6:00 PM in the cafeteria! ⭐️
Whether you’ve been a part of Van FFA before or you’re looking to learn more about our program, we want you there! Come learn about the many opportunities Van FFA has to offer, meet our advisors, and find out how you can become involved in our livestock showing team, FFA teams, and so much more! 🐄🐑🐖🐓
🌟 Junior Members: Parents can sign up their students and pay the $10 membership dues at the meeting. Junior membership is available for students who are 8 years old and in 3rd grade through 7th grade.
🌟 8th–12th Grade Students: Students enrolled in an agriculture class have their FFA dues paid for! 🎉
Parents, this meeting is also a great opportunity to learn more about what Van FFA has to offer your student and how they can get involved throughout the year!
🍧 Popsicles • 💦 Water Balloons • 🌱 FFA Opportunities • 🐄 Livestock Showing • 💙💛 FUN!
Come for the fun, stay for the future! We can’t wait to see you there!
Whether you’ve been a part of Van FFA before or you’re looking to learn more about our program, we want you there! Come learn about the many opportunities Van FFA has to offer, meet our advisors, and find out how you can become involved in our livestock showing team, FFA teams, and so much more! 🐄🐑🐖🐓
🌟 Junior Members: Parents can sign up their students and pay the $10 membership dues at the meeting. Junior membership is available for students who are 8 years old and in 3rd grade through 7th grade.
🌟 8th–12th Grade Students: Students enrolled in an agriculture class have their FFA dues paid for! 🎉
Parents, this meeting is also a great opportunity to learn more about what Van FFA has to offer your student and how they can get involved throughout the year!
🍧 Popsicles • 💦 Water Balloons • 🌱 FFA Opportunities • 🐄 Livestock Showing • 💙💛 FUN!
Come for the fun, stay for the future! We can’t wait to see you there!
