Van Independent School District
After High School Comes Opportunity
📢 VHS OFFICE CLOSURE 📢
Van High School will be CLOSED due to staff professional development on Friday, August 7, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM.
Thank you for understanding, and we are looking forward to another amazing year at VHS! ❤️
#WeAreVan #AfterHighSchoolComesOpportunity
Van High School will be CLOSED due to staff professional development on Friday, August 7, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM.
Thank you for understanding, and we are looking forward to another amazing year at VHS! ❤️
#WeAreVan #AfterHighSchoolComesOpportunity
Meet Van’s Official McDonald’s MVP! 🍟
While the rest of us were sleeping, Colt Martin, a junior at Van High School, was camping out to earn the title of Van McDonald’s very first customer! 🏆
He was joined this morning by Brayden Martin and Cole Price as they celebrated the grand opening together.
Now that’s some serious dedication… or maybe someone just really wanted fries! 😂🍔
Congratulations, Colt, on making a little Van history!
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1dCkLHbEX8/
While the rest of us were sleeping, Colt Martin, a junior at Van High School, was camping out to earn the title of Van McDonald’s very first customer! 🏆
He was joined this morning by Brayden Martin and Cole Price as they celebrated the grand opening together.
Now that’s some serious dedication… or maybe someone just really wanted fries! 😂🍔
Congratulations, Colt, on making a little Van history!
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1dCkLHbEX8/
Come out and watch our girls compete for the first scrimmages of the season!🏐❤️
Van plays at 8 a.m., 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. 🤩
Van plays at 8 a.m., 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. 🤩
STUDENT SCHEDULES ARE NOW AVAILABLE IN SKYWARD! 🎉📚
The wait is over! ❤️ Student schedules for all Van ISD campuses can now be viewed in Skyward Family Access.
📱💻 Simply log in to your Skyward account to see your child's schedule.
❓Need help accessing Skyward?
If you're having trouble logging in or viewing your student's information, please contact your child's campus office for assistance. Our staff will be happy to help!
🏫 J.E. Rhodes Elementary – Littles Campus (PK-2)
📧 bertha.campa@vanisd.org
🏫 J.E. Rhodes Elementary – Bigs Campus (2-3)
📧 stephanie.peterson@vanisd.org
🏫 Van Middle School (4-6)
📧 julie.blalock@vanisd.org
🏫 Van Junior High School (7-8)
📧 denna.perry@vanisd.org
🏫 Van High School (9-12)
📧 wendy.russell@vanisd.org
We can't wait to welcome our Vandals back for another incredible school year! ❤️🖤
#WeAreVan #BackToSchool
The wait is over! ❤️ Student schedules for all Van ISD campuses can now be viewed in Skyward Family Access.
📱💻 Simply log in to your Skyward account to see your child's schedule.
❓Need help accessing Skyward?
If you're having trouble logging in or viewing your student's information, please contact your child's campus office for assistance. Our staff will be happy to help!
🏫 J.E. Rhodes Elementary – Littles Campus (PK-2)
📧 bertha.campa@vanisd.org
🏫 J.E. Rhodes Elementary – Bigs Campus (2-3)
📧 stephanie.peterson@vanisd.org
🏫 Van Middle School (4-6)
📧 julie.blalock@vanisd.org
🏫 Van Junior High School (7-8)
📧 denna.perry@vanisd.org
🏫 Van High School (9-12)
📧 wendy.russell@vanisd.org
We can't wait to welcome our Vandals back for another incredible school year! ❤️🖤
#WeAreVan #BackToSchool
📢 J.E. Rhodes Elementary Office Closure
Please note that J.E. Rhodes Elementary will be closed on Thursday, August 6, and Friday, August 7, as our staff participates in campus-wide professional development and training in preparation for an amazing new school year.
🏫 Our office will reopen on Monday, August 10.
Thank you for your patience and understanding as we prepare to welcome our students back. We can't wait to see everyone soon!
❤️💙 #JERhodesElementary #WeAreVan
Please note that J.E. Rhodes Elementary will be closed on Thursday, August 6, and Friday, August 7, as our staff participates in campus-wide professional development and training in preparation for an amazing new school year.
🏫 Our office will reopen on Monday, August 10.
Thank you for your patience and understanding as we prepare to welcome our students back. We can't wait to see everyone soon!
❤️💙 #JERhodesElementary #WeAreVan
🎶🍟 Making some noise for a great new addition to our community! 🍟🎶
Today, members of the Van High School Percussion Line had the opportunity to help celebrate the Grand Opening of the new McDonald's in Van with an energetic performance!
We are proud of these talented students for representing the Vandal Band and Van ISD so well.
A special thank you to the construction company and the new owners for their generous donation to our band. Your support of our students and music program is greatly appreciated!
Congratulations on your grand opening, and welcome to Van! ❤️💙
#WeAreVan #VandalBand #CommunityPartners #VandalPride
Today, members of the Van High School Percussion Line had the opportunity to help celebrate the Grand Opening of the new McDonald's in Van with an energetic performance!
We are proud of these talented students for representing the Vandal Band and Van ISD so well.
A special thank you to the construction company and the new owners for their generous donation to our band. Your support of our students and music program is greatly appreciated!
Congratulations on your grand opening, and welcome to Van! ❤️💙
#WeAreVan #VandalBand #CommunityPartners #VandalPride
Wild About Growth! 🌿🦒
What an incredible way to kick off the 2026–2027 school year!
Van ISD staff gathered for our annual District Convocation with this year's safari-themed focus: Wild About Growth. From the moment the day began, our campuses brought the energy! Staff embraced the theme with khaki, animal prints, and creative costumes as they battled it out in a spirited competition for the coveted Spirit Stick.
🏆 Congratulations to Van High School, who claimed this year's Spirit Stick and earned bragging rights for the 2026–2027 school year!
The fun didn't stop there! We were thrilled to welcome The Creature Teacher, who introduced our staff to some amazing animal friends—including lizards, a kangaroo, and a red tailed BOA that only a few brave adventurers were willing to hold!
A heartfelt thank you to Valley Church for providing lunch for our staff for the 12th consecutive year. Your generosity and faithful support of Van ISD continue to be such a blessing to our district.
We would also like to extend our sincere appreciation to Becky Bristol from The Flower Connection, and the many generous donors who helped make lunch even more special by providing wonderful gifts and prizes for our team. Your kindness and investment in our educators are deeply appreciated.
Finally, a huge thank you to our outstanding Van ISD Curriculum Team for creating another unforgettable convocation. Your hard work, creativity, and encouragement inspired us to begin the year with renewed purpose, excitement, and a shared commitment to helping every student grow.
Here's to a year of learning, leadership, and growth. The adventure begins now!
More photos here: https://flic.kr/s/aHBqjD1QTf
❤️🖤 #WeAreVan #WildAboutGrowth #TeamVISD
What an incredible way to kick off the 2026–2027 school year!
Van ISD staff gathered for our annual District Convocation with this year's safari-themed focus: Wild About Growth. From the moment the day began, our campuses brought the energy! Staff embraced the theme with khaki, animal prints, and creative costumes as they battled it out in a spirited competition for the coveted Spirit Stick.
🏆 Congratulations to Van High School, who claimed this year's Spirit Stick and earned bragging rights for the 2026–2027 school year!
The fun didn't stop there! We were thrilled to welcome The Creature Teacher, who introduced our staff to some amazing animal friends—including lizards, a kangaroo, and a red tailed BOA that only a few brave adventurers were willing to hold!
A heartfelt thank you to Valley Church for providing lunch for our staff for the 12th consecutive year. Your generosity and faithful support of Van ISD continue to be such a blessing to our district.
We would also like to extend our sincere appreciation to Becky Bristol from The Flower Connection, and the many generous donors who helped make lunch even more special by providing wonderful gifts and prizes for our team. Your kindness and investment in our educators are deeply appreciated.
Finally, a huge thank you to our outstanding Van ISD Curriculum Team for creating another unforgettable convocation. Your hard work, creativity, and encouragement inspired us to begin the year with renewed purpose, excitement, and a shared commitment to helping every student grow.
Here's to a year of learning, leadership, and growth. The adventure begins now!
More photos here: https://flic.kr/s/aHBqjD1QTf
❤️🖤 #WeAreVan #WildAboutGrowth #TeamVISD
A new season is here, and the excitement is building!
📰 Be sure to check out this great feature from the Tyler Morning Telegraph highlighting the team, the upcoming season, and the excitement surrounding our new leadership.
❤️🏐 #WeAreVan #VandalVolleyball
https://tylerpaper.com/2026/08/04/van-enters-2026-volleyball-season-with-new-coach-looks-to-repeat-as-district-champion/
📰 Be sure to check out this great feature from the Tyler Morning Telegraph highlighting the team, the upcoming season, and the excitement surrounding our new leadership.
❤️🏐 #WeAreVan #VandalVolleyball
https://tylerpaper.com/2026/08/04/van-enters-2026-volleyball-season-with-new-coach-looks-to-repeat-as-district-champion/
Skyward Mobile App Update
Good news! The Skyward Mobile App issue has been resolved for most users.
If you're still experiencing problems, please try the following:
✅ Delete the Skyward Mobile App from your device.
✅ Reinstall the app.
✅ Log in using your same username and password.
If reinstalling the app does not resolve the issue, please contact your child's campus for additional troubleshooting assistance.
Please Note: At this time, J.E. Rhodes Elementary and Van Middle School student schedules are not yet available in Skyward. We are continuing to work with Skyward to resolve this remaining issue as quickly as possible.
Thank you for your patience and understanding. We will continue to provide updates as more information becomes available.
#WeAreVan
Good news! The Skyward Mobile App issue has been resolved for most users.
If you're still experiencing problems, please try the following:
✅ Delete the Skyward Mobile App from your device.
✅ Reinstall the app.
✅ Log in using your same username and password.
If reinstalling the app does not resolve the issue, please contact your child's campus for additional troubleshooting assistance.
Please Note: At this time, J.E. Rhodes Elementary and Van Middle School student schedules are not yet available in Skyward. We are continuing to work with Skyward to resolve this remaining issue as quickly as possible.
Thank you for your patience and understanding. We will continue to provide updates as more information becomes available.
#WeAreVan
The first day of school is quickly approaching!
See below for important reminders and upcoming dates:
📌 Schedules will be available in Skyward on August 3rd. If you are able to access your schedule in Skyward, there is no need to visit the school to obtain a printed copy. All students will receive a paper copy on the first day of school.
📌 Students may purchase parking passes on the dates & times listed below for each grade level.
#WeAreVan
#AfterHighSchoolComesOpportunity
See below for important reminders and upcoming dates:
📌 Schedules will be available in Skyward on August 3rd. If you are able to access your schedule in Skyward, there is no need to visit the school to obtain a printed copy. All students will receive a paper copy on the first day of school.
📌 Students may purchase parking passes on the dates & times listed below for each grade level.
#WeAreVan
#AfterHighSchoolComesOpportunity
🍎📚 Investing in our teachers means investing in our students! ❤️
This week, our newest educators kicked off their journey with the Van ISD First-Year Teacher Academy! 🎉
Designed to equip and encourage our first-year teachers, this academy provides:
✅ Professional development
✅ Practical classroom strategies
✅ Goal setting and reflection
✅ A toolkit of resources for success
✅ The support of an experienced mentor
This is just the beginning! Throughout their first year in the classroom, these educators will participate in several academy sessions focused on building confidence, strengthening instructional practices, and ensuring they have the support they need to thrive.
At Van ISD, we believe great teachers deserve great support. We are committed to walking alongside our newest educators as they grow into effective, impactful teachers for our students.
Please join us in welcoming and encouraging these incredible educators as they begin their journey in Vandal Land! ❤️
#WeAreVan
This week, our newest educators kicked off their journey with the Van ISD First-Year Teacher Academy! 🎉
Designed to equip and encourage our first-year teachers, this academy provides:
✅ Professional development
✅ Practical classroom strategies
✅ Goal setting and reflection
✅ A toolkit of resources for success
✅ The support of an experienced mentor
This is just the beginning! Throughout their first year in the classroom, these educators will participate in several academy sessions focused on building confidence, strengthening instructional practices, and ensuring they have the support they need to thrive.
At Van ISD, we believe great teachers deserve great support. We are committed to walking alongside our newest educators as they grow into effective, impactful teachers for our students.
Please join us in welcoming and encouraging these incredible educators as they begin their journey in Vandal Land! ❤️
#WeAreVan
📢 Important Announcement
Please note that all Van ISD district and campus offices will be temporarily closed this morning, Tuesday, August 4, as our staff gathers for our annual District Convocation.
🕤 Offices and phone lines will be unavailable beginning at 9:30 a.m.
📞 All district and campus offices will reopen at 1:30 p.m.
Thank you for your understanding as we come together to prepare for an incredible 2026-2027 school year. We can't wait to welcome our Vandals back soon! ❤️
Thank you for your continued support of Van ISD!
#WeAreVan
📚🎉 2026-2027 Class Schedules Are Beginning to Roll Out! ❤️
The wait is over for some of our Vandal families!
✅ Van High School schedules are now available in Skyward.
✅ Van Junior High schedules are now available in Skyward.
⏳ J.E. Rhodes Elementary (PK-3) and Van Middle School (Grades 4-6) schedules will be released soon. Please stay tuned for updates from those campuses as they become available.
We know everyone is excited to see class assignments, and we appreciate your patience as each campus finalizes its schedules.
Here's to an amazing 2026-2027 school year! ❤️📚
#WeAreVan #TeamVISD
The wait is over for some of our Vandal families!
✅ Van High School schedules are now available in Skyward.
✅ Van Junior High schedules are now available in Skyward.
⏳ J.E. Rhodes Elementary (PK-3) and Van Middle School (Grades 4-6) schedules will be released soon. Please stay tuned for updates from those campuses as they become available.
We know everyone is excited to see class assignments, and we appreciate your patience as each campus finalizes its schedules.
Here's to an amazing 2026-2027 school year! ❤️📚
#WeAreVan #TeamVISD
📚❤️ Today we had the privilege of welcoming the newest members of #TeamVISD during our 2026-2027 New Teacher Orientation!
A huge thank you to Connections Church for graciously hosting us and providing a wonderful breakfast to start the day. We are so grateful for your hospitality and support of our schools! 🥞☕
Thank you to Dr. Dunn for officially welcoming our newest educators and sharing the vision of what makes Van ISD such a special place to serve. ❤️
We also want to extend our sincere appreciation to the Van ISD Education Foundation for blessing each new teacher with a $100 classroom grant to help them prepare their classrooms for a successful school year. Your investment in our teachers is an investment in our students, and we are incredibly thankful! 🍎📚
We are excited for the impact they will have on our students, schools, and community.
❤️ #TeamVISD #WeAreVan
A huge thank you to Connections Church for graciously hosting us and providing a wonderful breakfast to start the day. We are so grateful for your hospitality and support of our schools! 🥞☕
Thank you to Dr. Dunn for officially welcoming our newest educators and sharing the vision of what makes Van ISD such a special place to serve. ❤️
We also want to extend our sincere appreciation to the Van ISD Education Foundation for blessing each new teacher with a $100 classroom grant to help them prepare their classrooms for a successful school year. Your investment in our teachers is an investment in our students, and we are incredibly thankful! 🍎📚
We are excited for the impact they will have on our students, schools, and community.
❤️ #TeamVISD #WeAreVan
🏈❤️ CALLING ALL VANDAL FANS & COMMUNITY SUPPORTERS! ❤️🏈
The 2026 Vandal Football Program is now accepting advertisements for this season's home game programs! 📣
This is a great opportunity to:
🏆 Cheer on your favorite Vandal player
📸 Celebrate your senior
💼 Promote your local business
❤️ Show your support for Vandal Football
📄 Ad options are available in:
▪️ Full Page
▪️ Half Page
▪️ Quarter Page
✨ Businesses and families may update their ad for each home game (changes must be submitted 14 days before each home game).
📅 Ad order forms are due by August 12.
Questions? Contact Jeanette Germany using the information provided on the form.
Thank you for supporting our student-athletes and helping make another exciting season possible! ❤️🏈
#WeAreVan #VandalFootball
The 2026 Vandal Football Program is now accepting advertisements for this season's home game programs! 📣
This is a great opportunity to:
🏆 Cheer on your favorite Vandal player
📸 Celebrate your senior
💼 Promote your local business
❤️ Show your support for Vandal Football
📄 Ad options are available in:
▪️ Full Page
▪️ Half Page
▪️ Quarter Page
✨ Businesses and families may update their ad for each home game (changes must be submitted 14 days before each home game).
📅 Ad order forms are due by August 12.
Questions? Contact Jeanette Germany using the information provided on the form.
Thank you for supporting our student-athletes and helping make another exciting season possible! ❤️🏈
#WeAreVan #VandalFootball
We are proud of Van Middle School student, Caroline G. who will compete in the Pony Finals in Kentucky.
https://www.kltv.com/video/2026/07/29/east-texas-team-compete-pony-finals-kentucky/?fbclid=IwY2xjawTYau1leHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFTYUhTOFdGdGxOWG1uU0Zac3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHvNc9Xwec8Sh8Om6-dptRlKRYMXNYj6opfgDYrB8AtmnMbaqKcFild9TTcfj_aem_kzU6dlsSwZqw8tVo90fe8g
https://www.kltv.com/video/2026/07/29/east-texas-team-compete-pony-finals-kentucky/?fbclid=IwY2xjawTYau1leHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFTYUhTOFdGdGxOWG1uU0Zac3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHvNc9Xwec8Sh8Om6-dptRlKRYMXNYj6opfgDYrB8AtmnMbaqKcFild9TTcfj_aem_kzU6dlsSwZqw8tVo90fe8g
🏆 ALL-STATE HONORS! 🏆
A huge congratulations to Jailey Potter and Emerson Swoape on being named to the Blue Bell/Texas Sports Writers Association 4A All-State Softball Team– Honorable Mention!
⭐ Jailey Potter– Pitcher
⭐ Emerson Swoape– Outfield
This is such a well-deserved honor and a reflection of the hard work, dedication, and heart these girls put into our program every single day. We are so proud of the way they competed, represented Van, and left their mark on Lady Vandal Softball.
Congratulations, Jailey and Emerson! We couldn’t be more proud of you both! ❤️🥎
A huge congratulations to Jailey Potter and Emerson Swoape on being named to the Blue Bell/Texas Sports Writers Association 4A All-State Softball Team– Honorable Mention!
⭐ Jailey Potter– Pitcher
⭐ Emerson Swoape– Outfield
This is such a well-deserved honor and a reflection of the hard work, dedication, and heart these girls put into our program every single day. We are so proud of the way they competed, represented Van, and left their mark on Lady Vandal Softball.
Congratulations, Jailey and Emerson! We couldn’t be more proud of you both! ❤️🥎
✈️ Planning a family trip during the school year? Start here!
This handy guide puts all of our breaks, long weekends, and student holidays in one convenient place, making it easier to travel without missing valuable classroom time!
📅 Save it & share it: Which break are you already planning for? 👀
DISTRICT CALENDAR here: https://shorturl.at/HBcS4
#EveryDayMattersInVandalLand
❤️🤍 Twirl into fun with the Vandal Twirlers! 🤍❤️
Calling all future twirlers! ✨📣 If your child is entering Kindergarten through (edited to include) 6th grade, we invite them to join us for the 2026 Vandal Mini Twirling Camp!
Participants will learn basic baton twirling skills, make new friends, and have the exciting opportunity to perform under the Friday night lights at Van Memorial Stadium with our Vandal Twirlers! No experience is necessary—just come ready to have fun! ❤️
📅 Mini Twirling Camp
🗓️ Thursday, September 10, 2026
⏰ 5:00–7:00 PM
📍 Van High School Gym
🏈 Performance
🗓️ Friday, September 11, 2026
⏰ Approximately 8:30 PM
📍 Mal Fowler Stadium
👧 Who: Students entering Kindergarten–*Updated to include 6th Grade
💲 Cost: $30 (includes a camp T-shirt 👕 and pizza 🍕)
📝 Registration deadline extended to: August 8th, 2026
https://vanschools.revtrak.net/mini-twirl-camp/
We can't wait to see our future Vandal Twirlers shine! ✨❤️🤍
#WeAreVan
🎉📚 NEW & RETURNING STUDENT REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN for the 2026–2027 School Year! ❤️
⚠️ Please Note: The Skyward Mobile App is still experiencing technical difficulties. However, you should be able to complete registration using a web browser.
🆕 NEW STUDENTS
👉 https://shorturl.at/CDgmN
🔄 RETURNING STUDENTS
https://skyward.iscorp.com/p12eduvantx/web/fwemnu01.w
👉 Log in to Skyward Family Access to confirm or update your child's information.
📅 Student schedules and classroom assignments will be available in Skyward Family Access by August 3 for families who have completed registration and updated their information.
🔑 Need help accessing your Family Access account?
If you've forgotten your password or need assistance, please contact your student's campus registrar:
🏫 J.E. Rhodes Elementary – Littles Campus
📧 bertha.campa@vanisd.org
🏫 J.E. Rhodes Elementary – Bigs Campus
📧 stephanie.peterson@vanisd.org
🏫 Van Middle School
📧 julie.blalock@vanisd.org
🏫 Van Junior High School
📧 denna.perry@vanisd.org
🏫 Van High School
📧 wendy.russell@vanisd.org
We can't wait to welcome our Vandals back for another amazing school year! ❤️
#WeAreVan
⚠️ Please Note: The Skyward Mobile App is still experiencing technical difficulties. However, you should be able to complete registration using a web browser.
🆕 NEW STUDENTS
👉 https://shorturl.at/CDgmN
🔄 RETURNING STUDENTS
https://skyward.iscorp.com/p12eduvantx/web/fwemnu01.w
👉 Log in to Skyward Family Access to confirm or update your child's information.
📅 Student schedules and classroom assignments will be available in Skyward Family Access by August 3 for families who have completed registration and updated their information.
🔑 Need help accessing your Family Access account?
If you've forgotten your password or need assistance, please contact your student's campus registrar:
🏫 J.E. Rhodes Elementary – Littles Campus
📧 bertha.campa@vanisd.org
🏫 J.E. Rhodes Elementary – Bigs Campus
📧 stephanie.peterson@vanisd.org
🏫 Van Middle School
📧 julie.blalock@vanisd.org
🏫 Van Junior High School
📧 denna.perry@vanisd.org
🏫 Van High School
📧 wendy.russell@vanisd.org
We can't wait to welcome our Vandals back for another amazing school year! ❤️
#WeAreVan
