Van Junior High School
7th - 8th Grade
REMINDER: Monday, January 19th, is a school holiday.
Classes will resume Tuesday, January 20th. Have a safe three-day weekend, Vandals!
Classes will resume Tuesday, January 20th. Have a safe three-day weekend, Vandals!
Check out January's Counselor Corner from Mrs. McLellan for upcoming events, wellness tips, and more! ❄️🧣✨
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.
Today is the day!🎄 The Jingle Bell Ball is from 3:45 PM to 5:00 PM this afternoon at VJH! Tickets are $3, and a concession stand will be available. Students will need to be picked up at the front at 5:00 PM!
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.
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! 🇺🇸
It's the season of gratitude & giving thanks! 🍂🍁🦃 Check out November's Counselor’s Corner for updates on our coin drive, Feed the Hunger Week, and more!
Reminder: This Friday, October 31st, is an early release day! All campuses will dismiss 3 hours early.
8th Grade Parents: The 8th Grade Farewell Dance for the class of 2030 will be on May 8, 2026. Please view this flyer for more information and ways that you can help!
If you have any questions, please contact ashley.mclellan@vanisd.org
If you have any questions, please contact ashley.mclellan@vanisd.org
⭐ 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!
October is packed with fun and meaningful activities at Van Junior High! 🍂🧡👻🎃 Check out this month’s Counselor’s Corner for updates on Bullying Awareness Month, Red Ribbon Week, and tips for helping students build empathy and celebrate diversity!
Counselor's Corner - September Edition
This month, we’re focusing on student success—both in and out of the classroom—by encouraging strong study habits, better organization, and a positive, supportive school community.
💡 Tip for Parents: Ask your student how they practiced one study habit, one organization skill, and one act of kindness this week. These small check-ins help build lasting habits that stick!
Together, we’re creating a Vandal community where every student can grow, achieve, and thrive. ❤️🤍
This month, we’re focusing on student success—both in and out of the classroom—by encouraging strong study habits, better organization, and a positive, supportive school community.
💡 Tip for Parents: Ask your student how they practiced one study habit, one organization skill, and one act of kindness this week. These small check-ins help build lasting habits that stick!
Together, we’re creating a Vandal community where every student can grow, achieve, and thrive. ❤️🤍
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! ❤️
Check out our August Counselor’s Corner newsletter from Mrs. McLellan! This month’s edition includes important upcoming dates, tips for easing back into the school routine, and our Focus of the Month: Back-to-School Success.
Let’s make it a great start to the school year! 🎉
Schedules and classroom assignments will be posted to Skyward Family Access at 4:00 PM today for those who have updated their information.