It might be over 60 degrees today, but we all know East Texas weather can change fast this time of year! 😅
With that in mind, now is a great time to remind families where to find the latest updates on potential school delays or closures in January and February. ❄️☃️🌨️
👉 Updates will be shared via text message and/or email, the Van ISD Facebook page, and the Live Feed section on the Van ISD website & mobile app.
👉 Make sure your contact information is up to date in Skyward Family Access to receive any closure or delay notices by text and/or email.
If you do not see a notice in any of these locations, classes will proceed as normal.
With that in mind, now is a great time to remind families where to find the latest updates on potential school delays or closures in January and February. ❄️☃️🌨️
👉 Updates will be shared via text message and/or email, the Van ISD Facebook page, and the Live Feed section on the Van ISD website & mobile app.
👉 Make sure your contact information is up to date in Skyward Family Access to receive any closure or delay notices by text and/or email.
If you do not see a notice in any of these locations, classes will proceed as normal.

Mark your calendars! 🎭 Van Junior High presents its District Championship UIL One-Act Play, "Still Life with Iris", on January 9th at 6:00 PM in the VISD Auditorium.
🎟Admission is “Donate What You Can.” Come support our talented students on stage! 👏
🎟Admission is “Donate What You Can.” Come support our talented students on stage! 👏

REMINDER: Friday, December 19, 2025, will be an early release day to kick off Christmas Break!
School will dismiss 3 hours before regular dismissal time.
School will dismiss 3 hours before regular dismissal time.

Please review this information regarding Senate Bill 8.

Help us support one of our very own!❤️
This Wednesday, December 3rd, students can wear school-appropriate pajamas for $1 during our PJs for Mr. Peterson fundraiser.
All proceeds will go directly to Mr. Peterson and his family as they navigate unexpected expenses after recent fire damage to their home. #WeAreVan

EARLY RELEASE FRIDAY: All Van ISD campuses will release 3 hours early on Friday, November 21st, due to the number of students and staff required to travel, and the need to use our Van ISD buses.
This schedule adjustment allows our buses to complete all afternoon routes before heading to Sulphur Springs for the playoff game.
This schedule adjustment allows our buses to complete all afternoon routes before heading to Sulphur Springs for the playoff game.

🚨 ROUND ONE IS TONIGHT!!! 🚨
Van Vandals vs Center Roughriders
⏰ TONIGHT at 7:30 PM
📍Tomato Bowl Stadium - Jacksonville ISD
🎒 CLEAR BAG POLICY!!!!!
🏈 Van will be the visiting team.
🎟 Tickets will be ONLINE ONLY - https://events.hometownticketing.com/.../L2VtYmVkL2V2ZW50...
TSHCA, District, and Senior Citizen passes will be accepted. Gates open at 6:00 PM.
🎥 Watch LIVE: https://youtube.com/live/ViN5SqasMWU?feature=share
Van Vandals vs Center Roughriders
⏰ TONIGHT at 7:30 PM
📍Tomato Bowl Stadium - Jacksonville ISD
🎒 CLEAR BAG POLICY!!!!!
🏈 Van will be the visiting team.
🎟 Tickets will be ONLINE ONLY - https://events.hometownticketing.com/.../L2VtYmVkL2V2ZW50...
TSHCA, District, and Senior Citizen passes will be accepted. Gates open at 6:00 PM.
🎥 Watch LIVE: https://youtube.com/live/ViN5SqasMWU?feature=share

Congratulations to senior Kayla White! She’s continuing her volleyball career at McLennan Community College after graduation! ❤️🏐

🍍🎶 Who lives in a pineapple under the sea? 🎶
It’s SpongeBob — and he’s surfacing in Vandal Land! 🌊
Join the VHS Theatre Department for SpongeBob the Musical at the Van ISD Auditorium — a splashy, high-energy show packed with laughter, heart, and songs by John Legend, Panic! At The Disco, David Bowie, Aerosmith, and more! 🎤✨
🗓️ Showtimes:
📅 Saturday, November 15 — 2:00 PM & 7:00 PM
📅 Sunday, November 16 — 2:00 PM
🎟 $10 at the door/Ages 5 & under FREE! (Paypal, Cash, or Check)
This colorful, fun-filled adventure is perfect for the whole family! Don’t miss your chance to dive into the magic of Bikini Bottom — it’s the Best Day Ever! 💛🐚
It’s SpongeBob — and he’s surfacing in Vandal Land! 🌊
Join the VHS Theatre Department for SpongeBob the Musical at the Van ISD Auditorium — a splashy, high-energy show packed with laughter, heart, and songs by John Legend, Panic! At The Disco, David Bowie, Aerosmith, and more! 🎤✨
🗓️ Showtimes:
📅 Saturday, November 15 — 2:00 PM & 7:00 PM
📅 Sunday, November 16 — 2:00 PM
🎟 $10 at the door/Ages 5 & under FREE! (Paypal, Cash, or Check)
This colorful, fun-filled adventure is perfect for the whole family! Don’t miss your chance to dive into the magic of Bikini Bottom — it’s the Best Day Ever! 💛🐚

🚨 ROUND ONE IS TONIGHT!!! 🚨
Van Vandals vs Center Roughriders
⏰ TONIGHT at 7:30 PM
📍Tomato Bowl Stadium - Jacksonville ISD
🎒 CLEAR BAG POLICY!!!!!
🏈 Van will be the visiting team.
🎟 Tickets will be ONLINE ONLY - https://events.hometownticketing.com/.../L2VtYmVkL2V2ZW50...
TSHCA, District, and Senior Citizen passes will be accepted. Gates open at 6:00 PM.
🎥 Watch LIVE: https://youtube.com/live/ViN5SqasMWU?feature=share
Van Vandals vs Center Roughriders
⏰ TONIGHT at 7:30 PM
📍Tomato Bowl Stadium - Jacksonville ISD
🎒 CLEAR BAG POLICY!!!!!
🏈 Van will be the visiting team.
🎟 Tickets will be ONLINE ONLY - https://events.hometownticketing.com/.../L2VtYmVkL2V2ZW50...
TSHCA, District, and Senior Citizen passes will be accepted. Gates open at 6:00 PM.
🎥 Watch LIVE: https://youtube.com/live/ViN5SqasMWU?feature=share

Van Junior High invites all local veterans and their families to a special Veterans Day Breakfast and Program on Tuesday, November 11.
Enjoy a complimentary breakfast from 7:45–8:45 a.m. in the VJH Library, followed by a Veterans Day Program at 9:00 a.m. in the Van ISD Auditorium, hosted by Van Middle School.
We look forward to honoring the men and women who have bravely served our country! 🇺🇸
Enjoy a complimentary breakfast from 7:45–8:45 a.m. in the VJH Library, followed by a Veterans Day Program at 9:00 a.m. in the Van ISD Auditorium, hosted by Van Middle School.
We look forward to honoring the men and women who have bravely served our country! 🇺🇸

Reminder: This Friday, October 31st, is an early release day! All campuses will dismiss 3 hours early.
‼️🏈 FOOTBALL UPDATE 🏈‼️
With possible storms in the forecast for Friday night, all Vandal football games have been moved up one day this week. Please note the updated schedule below:
Wednesday, October 22
▪️ Update: All VJH Teams — @ Pittsburg, starting at 4:30 PM
▪️ Freshmen vs Pittsburg @ HOME— 5:00 PM
▪️ JV vs Pittsburg @ HOME — 6:30 PM
Thursday, October 23
▪️ Varsity Vandals @ Pittsburg — 7:00 PM
#WeAreVan

⭐ Red Ribbon Week is NEXT WEEK!!! ⭐
Here is a master schedule of all the campus dress-up days in one place! Check your campus Facebook page for more details! We can't wait to see our students & staff dressed up and ready to celebrate living a safe and drug-free life! All students must be in dress code!
Here is a master schedule of all the campus dress-up days in one place! Check your campus Facebook page for more details! We can't wait to see our students & staff dressed up and ready to celebrate living a safe and drug-free life! All students must be in dress code!
REMINDER: All varsity district football games will begin at 7:00 PM instead of 7:30 PM! 🏈
ONE 👏 MORE 👏 SLEEP 👏
We are excited to have all of our students back on campus for the first day of school TOMORROW, August 14th!!!
We are excited to have all of our students back on campus for the first day of school TOMORROW, August 14th!!!
🚨 Parents: We Need Your Consent for Health Services! 🚨
New state laws mean we can’t provide even basic health services at school—like taking a temperature, applying a bandage, or giving an ice pack—without your permission.
⭐️ Emergency care will still be given if needed.
⭐️ To give consent, complete the Health Services Consent Form in your child’s online registration.
⭐️ Already registered? You STILL need to log in to Skyward Family Access and fill out this new form for each student.
If you have any questions, please email kristen.williams@vanisd.org
Our goal is to keep every Vandal safe, healthy, and ready to learn—but we need your permission first. Thank you for taking a moment to complete the form! ❤️
New state laws mean we can’t provide even basic health services at school—like taking a temperature, applying a bandage, or giving an ice pack—without your permission.
⭐️ Emergency care will still be given if needed.
⭐️ To give consent, complete the Health Services Consent Form in your child’s online registration.
⭐️ Already registered? You STILL need to log in to Skyward Family Access and fill out this new form for each student.
If you have any questions, please email kristen.williams@vanisd.org
Our goal is to keep every Vandal safe, healthy, and ready to learn—but we need your permission first. Thank you for taking a moment to complete the form! ❤️

🚨 Red & White Scrimmage is TOMORROW!!! 🚨
Freshman will start at 6:00 PM with JV & Varsity following right after! 🏈
Schedules and classroom assignments will be posted to Skyward Family Access at 4:00 PM today for those who have updated their information.
🚨 RETURNING STUDENT REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN FOR THE 2025-2026 SCHOOL YEAR!!🚨 It’s time to update your student’s information in Skyward Family Access! 👏 👉 Log in to Skyward Family Access to confirm/update your child’s information! 👉 Student schedules and classroom assignments will be available in Skyward Family Access by August 4th for those who have updated their information. 👉 If you have forgotten your password or need help accessing your Family Access account, please contact your student’s Campus Registrar listed below: J.E. Rhodes Elementary: bertha.campa@vanisd.org Van Intermediate School: stephanie.peterson@vanisd.org Van Middle School: julie.blalock@vanisd.org Van Junior High School: denna.perry@vanisd.org Van High School: shannon.ortega@vanisd.org #WeAreVan

