Van High School
9th - 12th Grade
Reminders for the mini cheer performance this Friday!! ❤️
📣❤️ IT’S OPERATIONS MONDAY IN VAN ISD! ❤️📣
Today, we’re celebrating the incredible people who work behind the scenes each day to keep Van ISD running and our students supported!
Our Operations Team includes the dedicated employees in Child Nutrition, Custodial Services, Transportation and Maintenance. Their jobs may look very different, but they share one important mission:
SUPPORTING EDUCATION THROUGH SERVICE. ❤️
Each month, we’re excited to spotlight four members of our Operations Team who have been recognized by their supervisors for the way they serve Van ISD. This month, help us celebrate:
👏 Wayne Purkey — Maintenance
👏 Mayra Gabriela Lara — Custodial
👏 Carla Smith — Child Nutrition
👏 Hailey Ferrell — Transportation
From keeping more than 100 A/C units running and making our schools clean and welcoming, to preparing meals for our students and safely getting them to and from school each day, these employees are a great example of the many people it takes to make education happen! ❤️
And check out our Van Middle School cafeteria crew proudly sporting their Operations shirts! We love seeing our teams represent the important role they play in supporting our students every single day.
Please join us in thanking Wayne, Mayra, Carla and Hailey—and ALL of our Operations employees—for the work they do for Vandal Land!
One team. One mission. Supporting Education Through Service.
#OperationsMonday #WeAreVan #TeamVISD #VandalProud
Today, we’re celebrating the incredible people who work behind the scenes each day to keep Van ISD running and our students supported!
Our Operations Team includes the dedicated employees in Child Nutrition, Custodial Services, Transportation and Maintenance. Their jobs may look very different, but they share one important mission:
SUPPORTING EDUCATION THROUGH SERVICE. ❤️
Each month, we’re excited to spotlight four members of our Operations Team who have been recognized by their supervisors for the way they serve Van ISD. This month, help us celebrate:
👏 Wayne Purkey — Maintenance
👏 Mayra Gabriela Lara — Custodial
👏 Carla Smith — Child Nutrition
👏 Hailey Ferrell — Transportation
From keeping more than 100 A/C units running and making our schools clean and welcoming, to preparing meals for our students and safely getting them to and from school each day, these employees are a great example of the many people it takes to make education happen! ❤️
And check out our Van Middle School cafeteria crew proudly sporting their Operations shirts! We love seeing our teams represent the important role they play in supporting our students every single day.
Please join us in thanking Wayne, Mayra, Carla and Hailey—and ALL of our Operations employees—for the work they do for Vandal Land!
One team. One mission. Supporting Education Through Service.
#OperationsMonday #WeAreVan #TeamVISD #VandalProud
🇺🇸❤️ OUR FUTURE. THEIR VOICE. ❤️🇺🇸
Today, our Van High School seniors had the opportunity to take an important step in civic engagement by registering to vote — and 21 of our seniors took advantage of the opportunity!
The right to vote is one of the great privileges and responsibilities we have as citizens of our country. Regardless of our individual beliefs or viewpoints, participating in the democratic process gives each of us the opportunity to have a voice in the communities, state and nation we call home.
We encourage all eligible citizens to be informed, get involved and exercise their right to vote. We are especially proud to see the next generation recognizing the importance of civic participation and preparing to make their voices heard. 🇺🇸
Way to go, seniors! ❤️🤍💙
#WeAreVan #VandalProud #ClassOf2027
Today, our Van High School seniors had the opportunity to take an important step in civic engagement by registering to vote — and 21 of our seniors took advantage of the opportunity!
The right to vote is one of the great privileges and responsibilities we have as citizens of our country. Regardless of our individual beliefs or viewpoints, participating in the democratic process gives each of us the opportunity to have a voice in the communities, state and nation we call home.
We encourage all eligible citizens to be informed, get involved and exercise their right to vote. We are especially proud to see the next generation recognizing the importance of civic participation and preparing to make their voices heard. 🇺🇸
Way to go, seniors! ❤️🤍💙
#WeAreVan #VandalProud #ClassOf2027
Monday....but make it GAME DAY!
Due to field conditions, our Fall Ball game against Tyler Legacy has been moved to Monday, October 5th and will now be played AT Tyler Legacy.
📅 Monday, October 5th
⚾ Vandals vs. Tyler Legacy
📍 Tyler Legacy
⏰ 6:30 PM
#VandalBaseball #WeAreVan #VandalProud #FallBall
Due to field conditions, our Fall Ball game against Tyler Legacy has been moved to Monday, October 5th and will now be played AT Tyler Legacy.
📅 Monday, October 5th
⚾ Vandals vs. Tyler Legacy
📍 Tyler Legacy
⏰ 6:30 PM
#VandalBaseball #WeAreVan #VandalProud #FallBall
⚾️📣 SCHEDULE UPDATE — VANDAL FALL BASEBALL! ❤️🤍
Due to field conditions, our Fall Ball game against Tyler Legacy has been moved to Monday, October 5th and will now be played AT Tyler Legacy.
📅 Monday, October 5th
⚾ Vandals vs. Tyler Legacy
📍 Tyler Legacy
⏰ 6:30 PM
#VandalBaseball #WeAreVan #VandalProud #FallBall
Due to field conditions, our Fall Ball game against Tyler Legacy has been moved to Monday, October 5th and will now be played AT Tyler Legacy.
📅 Monday, October 5th
⚾ Vandals vs. Tyler Legacy
📍 Tyler Legacy
⏰ 6:30 PM
#VandalBaseball #WeAreVan #VandalProud #FallBall
🏃❤️ VANDAL CROSS COUNTRY | EUSTACE MEET RESULTS ❤️🏃
The Vandals hit the course in Eustace and turned in another round of strong performances! Congratulations to all of our runners for representing Van and continuing to put in the miles! 💪❤️🤍
🏃♀️ VARSITY GIRLS
Hadley Green — 15:25.39 | 79th
Natalie Marquez — 15:43.84 | 96th
Kynslee Raglin — 16:09.14 | 117th
Cadence Raglin — 17:26.80 | 156th
Analia Landaverde — 17:40.91 | 163rd
🏃 VARSITY BOYS
🔥 Josh Diaz — 18:19.18 | 17th
Mason Cooke — 21:03.48 | 104th
Daniel Hayley — 21:37.98 | 118th
Alejandro Agudelo — 22:05.24 | 130th
Jaxson Cooke — 26:52.03 | 182nd
🏃 JV BOYS
Colten Shelton — 42:01.65 | 108th
📅 NEXT UP | OCTOBER 7
🏃 JV & Varsity — Lindale
🏃 VJH — @ Cross Roads
#VandalCrossCountry #WeAreVan #VandalProud #GoVandals
The Vandals hit the course in Eustace and turned in another round of strong performances! Congratulations to all of our runners for representing Van and continuing to put in the miles! 💪❤️🤍
🏃♀️ VARSITY GIRLS
Hadley Green — 15:25.39 | 79th
Natalie Marquez — 15:43.84 | 96th
Kynslee Raglin — 16:09.14 | 117th
Cadence Raglin — 17:26.80 | 156th
Analia Landaverde — 17:40.91 | 163rd
🏃 VARSITY BOYS
🔥 Josh Diaz — 18:19.18 | 17th
Mason Cooke — 21:03.48 | 104th
Daniel Hayley — 21:37.98 | 118th
Alejandro Agudelo — 22:05.24 | 130th
Jaxson Cooke — 26:52.03 | 182nd
🏃 JV BOYS
Colten Shelton — 42:01.65 | 108th
📅 NEXT UP | OCTOBER 7
🏃 JV & Varsity — Lindale
🏃 VJH — @ Cross Roads
#VandalCrossCountry #WeAreVan #VandalProud #GoVandals
🏐❤️ SWEEP IN KEMP! ❤️🏐
The Lady Vandals took care of business tonight, defeating Kemp in THREE straight sets to bring home another district win! 🧹🔥
🏐 NEXT UP: We’re back on the road Tuesday as we travel to Lindale for another big matchup!
#VandalVolleyball #WeAreVan #VandalProud #Sweep #GoVandals
The Lady Vandals took care of business tonight, defeating Kemp in THREE straight sets to bring home another district win! 🧹🔥
🏐 NEXT UP: We’re back on the road Tuesday as we travel to Lindale for another big matchup!
#VandalVolleyball #WeAreVan #VandalProud #Sweep #GoVandals
October is here, November is near!!
Schedule Release Day!!
Schedule Release Day!!
Congratulations to freshman Blake Boyd for being named the VHS Vandal of the Week!
Get to know Blake:
-Blake is a freshman at VHS and the daughter of Todd and Christine Boyd.
-She participates in theater, basketball, track, student council, and helps with Edom ART Lab in her free time. 🎭 🏀 🏃♀️➡️ 🎨
-As far as her favorite teacher goes, Blake says, “All the teachers are my favorite because all of them already have taught me so much for just starting this year off great.” ❤️
-After high school, Blake hopes to attend Pepperdine University to study business and study fashion and design abroad. She wants to own a brand showing her work in design that can also empower things she is passionate about, like water conservation, the environment, and infrastructure issues.
-Blake says the best thing about VHS is “the community and passion. This is because when I came from the city, it was so different, which was shocking. But everyone was there for me during this transition. Seeing people coming together and using great ideas with determination made me know Van High School is a great school.
📷: Melody Hooks, VHS iTeam
Get to know Blake:
-Blake is a freshman at VHS and the daughter of Todd and Christine Boyd.
-She participates in theater, basketball, track, student council, and helps with Edom ART Lab in her free time. 🎭 🏀 🏃♀️➡️ 🎨
-As far as her favorite teacher goes, Blake says, “All the teachers are my favorite because all of them already have taught me so much for just starting this year off great.” ❤️
-After high school, Blake hopes to attend Pepperdine University to study business and study fashion and design abroad. She wants to own a brand showing her work in design that can also empower things she is passionate about, like water conservation, the environment, and infrastructure issues.
-Blake says the best thing about VHS is “the community and passion. This is because when I came from the city, it was so different, which was shocking. But everyone was there for me during this transition. Seeing people coming together and using great ideas with determination made me know Van High School is a great school.
📷: Melody Hooks, VHS iTeam
🐾 HOMECOMING WEEK — DAY 3: PREDATOR vs. PREY! 🦌🐊
Day 3 of Homecoming dress-up week had Vandal Land on the hunt! ❤️🤍
From Predator to Prey, our Vandals across all FOUR campuses showed up ready for another fun day of Homecoming spirit!
And while everyone else was choosing sides… 📸 our cameras were preying on all the SMILES! 😁
There really is nothing quite like Homecoming in Vandal Land! ❤️🏹
#VandalHomecoming #WeAreVan #VandalProud #PreyVsPredator #VandalAdVANtage
Day 3 of Homecoming dress-up week had Vandal Land on the hunt! ❤️🤍
From Predator to Prey, our Vandals across all FOUR campuses showed up ready for another fun day of Homecoming spirit!
And while everyone else was choosing sides… 📸 our cameras were preying on all the SMILES! 😁
There really is nothing quite like Homecoming in Vandal Land! ❤️🏹
#VandalHomecoming #WeAreVan #VandalProud #PreyVsPredator #VandalAdVANtage
🏃♀️🏃♂️ MEET DAY, VANDALS! ❤️🤍
Vandal Cross Country is back on the course Wednesday, September 30, as our runners head to Eustace for their next meet!
⏰ Rolling start at 8:00 AM
📍 12569 County Road 2803 | Eustace, TX
Our Vandals have been putting in the miles and the work—now it’s time to RUN, VANDALS, RUN! 💪🔥
#VandalCrossCountry #WeAreVan #VandalProud #runvandalsrun
Graphic Design: Jordan Flodder, VHS iTeam
Vandal Cross Country is back on the course Wednesday, September 30, as our runners head to Eustace for their next meet!
⏰ Rolling start at 8:00 AM
📍 12569 County Road 2803 | Eustace, TX
Our Vandals have been putting in the miles and the work—now it’s time to RUN, VANDALS, RUN! 💪🔥
#VandalCrossCountry #WeAreVan #VandalProud #runvandalsrun
Graphic Design: Jordan Flodder, VHS iTeam
🧹It was a VANDAL SWEEP tonight against Brownsboro! 🔥
Next up, we'll travel to Kemp on Friday.
#VandalVolleyball #VandalProud #WeAreVan #Sweep
Next up, we'll travel to Kemp on Friday.
#VandalVolleyball #VandalProud #WeAreVan #Sweep
❤️🌸 HOMECOMING TRADITIONS + HANDS-ON LEARNING! 🌸❤️
Some of our littlest Vandals received a little extra Homecoming spirit last week thanks to some of our biggest Vandals! 🥰
Students in the Van High School Floral Design classes put their creativity and skills to work creating Homecoming mums and garters for some very special elementary students. And judging by these smiles, we’d say they were a hit! ❤️🤍
We love seeing learning extend beyond the classroom—and we especially love when it creates connections between our campuses. From designing and assembling each piece to seeing them proudly worn by our younger Vandals, this was such a sweet way for our high school students to share a Texas Homecoming tradition with the next generation.
📸 Take a look at these little Vandals showing off their one-of-a-kind creations!
Big Opportunities. Small-Town Relationships. Ready for What Comes Next.
#WeAreVan #VandalProud #Homecoming2026 #FloralDesign #CTE #VandalsSupportingVandals #VandalAdVANtage
Some of our littlest Vandals received a little extra Homecoming spirit last week thanks to some of our biggest Vandals! 🥰
Students in the Van High School Floral Design classes put their creativity and skills to work creating Homecoming mums and garters for some very special elementary students. And judging by these smiles, we’d say they were a hit! ❤️🤍
We love seeing learning extend beyond the classroom—and we especially love when it creates connections between our campuses. From designing and assembling each piece to seeing them proudly worn by our younger Vandals, this was such a sweet way for our high school students to share a Texas Homecoming tradition with the next generation.
📸 Take a look at these little Vandals showing off their one-of-a-kind creations!
Big Opportunities. Small-Town Relationships. Ready for What Comes Next.
#WeAreVan #VandalProud #Homecoming2026 #FloralDesign #CTE #VandalsSupportingVandals #VandalAdVANtage
⚾️❤️ FALL BASEBALL IN VANDAL LAND! ❤️⚾️
Vandal Baseball is taking the field TONIGHT for some fall league action right here at home! 🍂⚾️
The Vandals will welcome Bullard to Van for an evening under the lights!
📍 Van
🆚 Bullard
⏰ 6:30 PM
#VandalBaseball #WeAreVan #VandalPride #FallBall
Vandal Baseball is taking the field TONIGHT for some fall league action right here at home! 🍂⚾️
The Vandals will welcome Bullard to Van for an evening under the lights!
📍 Van
🆚 Bullard
⏰ 6:30 PM
#VandalBaseball #WeAreVan #VandalPride #FallBall
🏐❤️ GAME DAY, VANDAL LAND! ❤️🏐
The Lady Vandals are hitting the road this evening as they travel to Brownsboro to take on the Bearettes! 🔥
📍 Brownsboro High School
📅 Tuesday, September 29
🏐 JV1/JV2 | 5:00 PM
🏐 Varsity | To Follow
🎨 Graphic Design: Valeria Sanchez, VHS iTeam
#VandalVolleyball #WeAreVan #VandalPride #GameDay
The Lady Vandals are hitting the road this evening as they travel to Brownsboro to take on the Bearettes! 🔥
📍 Brownsboro High School
📅 Tuesday, September 29
🏐 JV1/JV2 | 5:00 PM
🏐 Varsity | To Follow
🎨 Graphic Design: Valeria Sanchez, VHS iTeam
#VandalVolleyball #WeAreVan #VandalPride #GameDay
🍂❤️ FALL BREAK REMINDER! ❤️🍂
As you’re planning your week, Vandals, be sure to make note of our upcoming Fall Break!
📅 Wednesday, September 30 — Student Holiday
📅 Thursday, October 1 — School Holiday
📅 Friday, October 2 — School Holiday
After a busy Homecoming Week in Vandal Land, we hope our students, staff and families enjoy a few days to rest, recharge and spend time together!
District Calendar: https://tinyurl.com/3pcd79kb
#WeAreVan #VandalProud #FallBreak
As you’re planning your week, Vandals, be sure to make note of our upcoming Fall Break!
📅 Wednesday, September 30 — Student Holiday
📅 Thursday, October 1 — School Holiday
📅 Friday, October 2 — School Holiday
After a busy Homecoming Week in Vandal Land, we hope our students, staff and families enjoy a few days to rest, recharge and spend time together!
District Calendar: https://tinyurl.com/3pcd79kb
#WeAreVan #VandalProud #FallBreak
👑❤️ YOUR 2026 VANDAL HOMECOMING KING & QUEEN! ❤️👑
Congratulations to 2026 Vandal Homecoming Queen McKenzi Crawford and 2026 Vandal Homecoming King Sebastian Gonzales! ❤️🤍
McKenzi and Sebastian were crowned Friday night by our 2025 Homecoming King Guadalupe Sanchez and Queen Averi Crouch, continuing one of our favorite Vandal Homecoming traditions. 👑
Making the evening even sweeter were our adorable Ring Bearer Aaron Bullington and Flower Girl Laila Moree, along with Mr. Giles, as Vandal Land came together to celebrate this special moment.
And the Vandals put the perfect finishing touch on an incredible Homecoming Week with a 50–30 VICTORY! 🏈🔥
Congratulations, McKenzi and Sebastian! What a special night and an unforgettable way to celebrate Homecoming in Vandal Land! ❤️🤍
#VandalHomecoming #WeAreVan #VandalProud #Homecoming2026 #VandalFootball #VandalAdVANtage
Congratulations to 2026 Vandal Homecoming Queen McKenzi Crawford and 2026 Vandal Homecoming King Sebastian Gonzales! ❤️🤍
McKenzi and Sebastian were crowned Friday night by our 2025 Homecoming King Guadalupe Sanchez and Queen Averi Crouch, continuing one of our favorite Vandal Homecoming traditions. 👑
Making the evening even sweeter were our adorable Ring Bearer Aaron Bullington and Flower Girl Laila Moree, along with Mr. Giles, as Vandal Land came together to celebrate this special moment.
And the Vandals put the perfect finishing touch on an incredible Homecoming Week with a 50–30 VICTORY! 🏈🔥
Congratulations, McKenzi and Sebastian! What a special night and an unforgettable way to celebrate Homecoming in Vandal Land! ❤️🤍
#VandalHomecoming #WeAreVan #VandalProud #Homecoming2026 #VandalFootball #VandalAdVANtage
🔎 FIND YOUR PLACE FRIDAY: VAN HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT COUNCIL ❤️🤍
If you walked the halls of Van High School during Homecoming Week, you probably noticed they looked a little different! Our VHS Student Council took on the task of decorating the halls for each grade level, helping turn the entire campus into a Homecoming celebration!
But STUCO is about much more than decorations. These students are elected by their peers to represent their classes, giving them opportunities to develop leadership skills while planning activities, serving their school and building Vandal spirit throughout the year.
Led by Leah Crow, our 2026–2027 Student Council includes:
❤️ Officers
President — Melody Hooks
Vice President — Maddison Johnson
Secretary — Khloe Velazquez
Treasurer — Makynna Mink
Historian — Savannah Bethcourt
🤍 9th Grade: Blake Boyd, Charleigh McClendon & Donna Alvarez
❤️ 10th Grade: Molly Rolison, Annabelle Reed & Shaelyn Owens
🤍 11th Grade: Shilah McKinney, Reagan Reynolds & Adely Ellison
❤️ 12th Grade: McKenzi Crawford, Ashlin Mande & Elizabeth Martinez
We love seeing our students take ownership of their school and put their leadership, creativity and school spirit into action. Judging by these halls, they understood the Homecoming assignment! 👏
At Van High School, there are so many ways to get involved, lead and make an impact. Find your people. Find your passion. Find your place. ❤️🤍
📸 Check out each class showing off the hall they helped transform for Homecoming Week!
#FindYourPlaceFriday #WeAreVan #VandalProud #VandalHomecoming #VHSStudentCouncil #VandalAdVANtage
If you walked the halls of Van High School during Homecoming Week, you probably noticed they looked a little different! Our VHS Student Council took on the task of decorating the halls for each grade level, helping turn the entire campus into a Homecoming celebration!
But STUCO is about much more than decorations. These students are elected by their peers to represent their classes, giving them opportunities to develop leadership skills while planning activities, serving their school and building Vandal spirit throughout the year.
Led by Leah Crow, our 2026–2027 Student Council includes:
❤️ Officers
President — Melody Hooks
Vice President — Maddison Johnson
Secretary — Khloe Velazquez
Treasurer — Makynna Mink
Historian — Savannah Bethcourt
🤍 9th Grade: Blake Boyd, Charleigh McClendon & Donna Alvarez
❤️ 10th Grade: Molly Rolison, Annabelle Reed & Shaelyn Owens
🤍 11th Grade: Shilah McKinney, Reagan Reynolds & Adely Ellison
❤️ 12th Grade: McKenzi Crawford, Ashlin Mande & Elizabeth Martinez
We love seeing our students take ownership of their school and put their leadership, creativity and school spirit into action. Judging by these halls, they understood the Homecoming assignment! 👏
At Van High School, there are so many ways to get involved, lead and make an impact. Find your people. Find your passion. Find your place. ❤️🤍
📸 Check out each class showing off the hall they helped transform for Homecoming Week!
#FindYourPlaceFriday #WeAreVan #VandalProud #VandalHomecoming #VHSStudentCouncil #VandalAdVANtage
❤️🤍 VANDAL PRIDE COMES IN ALL SIZES! 🤍❤️
From one of our littlest Vandals, Ana Pena, to one of our biggest Vandals, award winning offensive lineman Caleb Pickrell, there’s room for everyone in Vandal Land! 🏈
They may have a slight difference in height, but they have one very important thing in common—VANDAL PRIDE! ❤️🙌
We love seeing our students, from the littlest Vandals just beginning their journey to the big kids they look up to, sharing that special Vandal connection.
Big or small, once a Vandal, always a Vandal! ❤️🤍
#WeAreVan #VandalProud #VandalFamily #VandalPride #VandalAdVANtage
Photo Credit: Leah Rice
From one of our littlest Vandals, Ana Pena, to one of our biggest Vandals, award winning offensive lineman Caleb Pickrell, there’s room for everyone in Vandal Land! 🏈
They may have a slight difference in height, but they have one very important thing in common—VANDAL PRIDE! ❤️🙌
We love seeing our students, from the littlest Vandals just beginning their journey to the big kids they look up to, sharing that special Vandal connection.
Big or small, once a Vandal, always a Vandal! ❤️🤍
#WeAreVan #VandalProud #VandalFamily #VandalPride #VandalAdVANtage
Photo Credit: Leah Rice
🏐❤️ GAME DAY IN VANDAL LAND! ❤️🏐
The Lady Vandals are HOME and ready to take the court against the Mabank Lady Panthers! Come out, fill the stands, and help us bring the energy for a great night of Vandal Volleyball!
📍 Van High School
🏐 Van vs. Mabank
⏰ Varsity | 4:30 PM
⏰ JV1 & JV2 | To Follow
#VandalVolleyball #GameDay #WeAreVan #VandalProud #GoVandals
Graphic Design: Olivia Coleman, VHS iTeam See less
The Lady Vandals are HOME and ready to take the court against the Mabank Lady Panthers! Come out, fill the stands, and help us bring the energy for a great night of Vandal Volleyball!
📍 Van High School
🏐 Van vs. Mabank
⏰ Varsity | 4:30 PM
⏰ JV1 & JV2 | To Follow
#VandalVolleyball #GameDay #WeAreVan #VandalProud #GoVandals
Graphic Design: Olivia Coleman, VHS iTeam See less
