🏈❤️ 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
🏆 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! ❤️🥎
Action Required for 9th–12th Grade Athletics Families
🏈🎺 Attention Van ISD Parents of 9th–12th Grade Athletes!
The UIL has transitioned to a new platform this summer for the required Previous Athletic Participation Form (PAPF).
All parents of students participating in UIL athletics or marching band must complete the UIL PAPF Eligibility Form through the Rank One Parent Portal.
Complete the form here:
🔗 https://vanisd.rankone.com/Pro/Login.aspx
Before You Begin
Create your Rank One Parent Portal account.
Your student's Student ID is their Van ISD lunch number.
If you do not know your student's lunch number, you can find it in Skyward as “Other ID”.
Important Information
All parents will be asked the following question:
"Has the student attended a school other than the school they are currently enrolled in during the past 12 months?"
Select "NO" if your student has attended only Van ISD during the past 12 months.
If you select "YES," please complete the form then email desmond.oliver@vanisd.org so we can assist with the UIL eligibility process.
Thank you for completing this required form.
❤️ #WeAreVan
Need assistance?
View the step-by-step parent guide:
🔗 https://hq.rankone.com/kb/uil/pro/filling-out-a-papf-form-as-a-parent-or-guardian
Van Vandal Soccer:
Leadership isn’t just about what you do on the field —it’s about how you pour into the next generation.
This summer, Senior Easton Patterson has been spending his time giving private soccer lessons to young athletes, helping future Vandals grow their skills, build confidence, and fall even more in love with the game. 💪⚽️
We are incredibly proud to see him giving back to the community!
#VandalSoccer #WeAreVan
Leadership isn’t just about what you do on the field —it’s about how you pour into the next generation.
This summer, Senior Easton Patterson has been spending his time giving private soccer lessons to young athletes, helping future Vandals grow their skills, build confidence, and fall even more in love with the game. 💪⚽️
We are incredibly proud to see him giving back to the community!
#VandalSoccer #WeAreVan
🗓️ Mark your calendars for a girl's athletics parent meeting.
If you are unable to to attend, please email Coach Oliver at: saidee.oliver@vanisd.org
Parent parking will be at the front of the school
If you are unable to to attend, please email Coach Oliver at: saidee.oliver@vanisd.org
Parent parking will be at the front of the school
RESERVED VANDAL FOOTBALL SEASON TICKETS GO ON SALE TO THE PUBLIC TODAY!!
Ticket Sales: July 27 – September 3
Click the following link to purchase your season tickets:
https://www.vanisd.org/o/visd/page/tickets
Ticket Sales: July 27 – September 3
Click the following link to purchase your season tickets:
https://www.vanisd.org/o/visd/page/tickets
Football season is right around the corner! 💪🏈
Check out the important dates below!
Check out the important dates below!
🏈 Mark your calendars for equipment pick-up. Students who cannot pick up equipment during the designated times will be given equipment on the first day of school.
✅ Incoming students that did not participate previously in athletics are required to have a physical on file before schools starts in order to practice.
📚 First day of school: Thursday, August 13th.
✅ Incoming students that did not participate previously in athletics are required to have a physical on file before schools starts in order to practice.
📚 First day of school: Thursday, August 13th.
CALLING ALL VANDAL VOLLEYBALL ALUMNI 📢‼️🏐
It’s time to start stretching, dust off your knee pads, and get ready for the annual Vandal Volleyball Alumni Tournament.
The tournament will be August 8th at 4 p.m.
🏐Team Entry fee is $60
❤️Each team captain must submit a registration for for their team.
🏐 Please register by August 5th
⬇️ Register your team using the link below ⬇️
https://docs.google.com/.../1FAIpQLSfjZ0kOnqQ.../viewform...
It’s time to start stretching, dust off your knee pads, and get ready for the annual Vandal Volleyball Alumni Tournament.
The tournament will be August 8th at 4 p.m.
🏐Team Entry fee is $60
❤️Each team captain must submit a registration for for their team.
🏐 Please register by August 5th
⬇️ Register your team using the link below ⬇️
https://docs.google.com/.../1FAIpQLSfjZ0kOnqQ.../viewform...
❤️ Please join us in welcoming Emma Boggs, the newest teacher and coach at Van Junior High! ❤️📣
To help introduce Emma to our Vandal community, we asked her a few questions:
🎓 Where did you go to college?
"I earned my bachelor's and master's degrees from Tarleton State University in Stephenville, Texas."
💼 Previous jobs?
"I was an intern with the Tarleton Athletic Communications Department and served as a Graduate Assistant in the Tarleton Kinesiology Department."
🍌 Fun fact?
"I worked at a Texas Tailgaters Banana Ball game in Round Rock, Texas."
🎣 Hobbies?
"I love spending time with my husband and our puppy. You'll probably find us hunting, fishing, or cheering on our favorite teams at a sporting event."
❤️ What are you most excited about at Van ISD?
"I am excited to be part of a great community and build meaningful connections with my students."
❤️ Welcome to #TeamVISD, Emma! We're thrilled to have you join the Vandal family and can't wait to see the positive impact you'll make on our students and community!
#WeAreVan
To help introduce Emma to our Vandal community, we asked her a few questions:
🎓 Where did you go to college?
"I earned my bachelor's and master's degrees from Tarleton State University in Stephenville, Texas."
💼 Previous jobs?
"I was an intern with the Tarleton Athletic Communications Department and served as a Graduate Assistant in the Tarleton Kinesiology Department."
🍌 Fun fact?
"I worked at a Texas Tailgaters Banana Ball game in Round Rock, Texas."
🎣 Hobbies?
"I love spending time with my husband and our puppy. You'll probably find us hunting, fishing, or cheering on our favorite teams at a sporting event."
❤️ What are you most excited about at Van ISD?
"I am excited to be part of a great community and build meaningful connections with my students."
❤️ Welcome to #TeamVISD, Emma! We're thrilled to have you join the Vandal family and can't wait to see the positive impact you'll make on our students and community!
#WeAreVan
🏀 Please welcome Matt Wingo, the newest Head Boys Basketball Coach at Van High School! 🏀
To introduce Matt to our Vandal community, we asked him a few questions:
🎓 Where did you go to college?
University of Jamestown (North Dakota)
📚 Previous jobs?
I spent seven years at Lone Oak High School, one year at Forney High School, and two years at Quinlan Ford.
🎉 Fun fact?
My two sons are already Vandals!!
⛳ Hobbies?
Spending time with family, golfing, and watching movies.
❤️Why are you most excited to work in Van ISD?
I am excited to join a well-established district and basketball program while building meaningful relationships within this great community.
Welcome to #TeamVISD, Matt! We are so excited to have you!
#WeAreVan
To introduce Matt to our Vandal community, we asked him a few questions:
🎓 Where did you go to college?
University of Jamestown (North Dakota)
📚 Previous jobs?
I spent seven years at Lone Oak High School, one year at Forney High School, and two years at Quinlan Ford.
🎉 Fun fact?
My two sons are already Vandals!!
⛳ Hobbies?
Spending time with family, golfing, and watching movies.
❤️Why are you most excited to work in Van ISD?
I am excited to join a well-established district and basketball program while building meaningful relationships within this great community.
Welcome to #TeamVISD, Matt! We are so excited to have you!
#WeAreVan
Please welcome Payton Dover, the newest athletic trainer at Van ISD!
To introduce Payton to our Vandal community, we asked her a few questions:
🎓 Where did you go to college?
I attended UT Tyler and Stephen F. Austin State University.
🏃 Previous jobs?
I've worked with the cross country program at UT Tyler and at Mineola ISD.
🐼 Fun fact?
Pandas are my favorite animal!
📚 Hobbies?
Outside of work, I enjoy gardening, sewing, and reading.
❤️ Why are you most excited to work in Van ISD?
I'm most looking forward to meeting the students and building a student athletic training program.
Welcome to #TeamVISD, Payton! We are so excited to have you!
#WeAreVan
To introduce Payton to our Vandal community, we asked her a few questions:
🎓 Where did you go to college?
I attended UT Tyler and Stephen F. Austin State University.
🏃 Previous jobs?
I've worked with the cross country program at UT Tyler and at Mineola ISD.
🐼 Fun fact?
Pandas are my favorite animal!
📚 Hobbies?
Outside of work, I enjoy gardening, sewing, and reading.
❤️ Why are you most excited to work in Van ISD?
I'm most looking forward to meeting the students and building a student athletic training program.
Welcome to #TeamVISD, Payton! We are so excited to have you!
#WeAreVan
⚾ BASEBALL UPDATE ⚾
Tonight's baseball game has been canceled due to the weather. It will now be tomorrow night, April 22nd, at 7:00 PM.
Tonight's baseball game has been canceled due to the weather. It will now be tomorrow night, April 22nd, at 7:00 PM.
⚽ SOCCER UPDATE!! ⚽ The boys' soccer playoff game was moved to LINDALE tomorrow night!!! The game will start at 8:00 PM, and Van is the home team!! Good luck, Vandals!!
Van ISD is aware of concerns regarding student photographs and our partnership with Lifetouch.
Please know that the safety of our students is always our top priority — both physically and digitally. As soon as this was brought to our attention, we began reviewing our current agreement to ensure student images are securely stored, used only for portrait and yearbook purposes, and fully compliant with FERPA and all applicable privacy laws.
If we cannot obtain clear, documented assurances regarding data security and image-use limitations, we will not continue this partnership.
We recognize the tremendous trust families place in us to protect their children, and that responsibility matters deeply. We will communicate clearly once our review is complete.
Thank you for your continued support of Van ISD.
Don Dunn
Van ISD Superintendent
Due to a shortage of officials, we will be moving tonight's soccer games to WEDNESDAY!!
Varsity Girls will play at 5:30 PM, followed by Varsity Boys at 7:15 PM.
Varsity Girls will play at 5:30 PM, followed by Varsity Boys at 7:15 PM.
Please review this information regarding Senate Bill 8.
🚨 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! ❤️🏐
‼️🏈 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
