Van Middle School
4th - 6th Grade
🍽️ Join the Van ISD Food Service Team! 🍽️
We are seeking full-time and substitute Food Service team members to help keep our students fueled and ready to learn each day! 🥗🍎
👉 Apply NOW! https://www.vanisd.org/o/visd/page/careers
#WeAreVan #TeamVISD
We are seeking full-time and substitute Food Service team members to help keep our students fueled and ready to learn each day! 🥗🍎
👉 Apply NOW! https://www.vanisd.org/o/visd/page/careers
#WeAreVan #TeamVISD
Thinking about subbing this school year? Or already on our sub list? Join us at our Substitute Orientation!
📅 When: August 11th
🕙 Time: 10 AM – 12 PM
📍 Where: VHS, Chevron Room
It’s a great chance to get info, ask questions, and meet the team. Whether you're a returning sub or just curious, we’d love to see you there!
💬 Spread the word and tag a friend who might be interested! #WeAreVan
👇🏻RSVP HERE:
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📅 When: August 11th
🕙 Time: 10 AM – 12 PM
📍 Where: VHS, Chevron Room
It’s a great chance to get info, ask questions, and meet the team. Whether you're a returning sub or just curious, we’d love to see you there!
💬 Spread the word and tag a friend who might be interested! #WeAreVan
👇🏻RSVP HERE:
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🤯🤯 DID YOU KNOW our Van ISD Grounds Crew maintains more than 300 ACRES EVERY WEEK?! 🌱🚜
And we're looking for a GROUNDSKEEPER to join this hardworking crew in the Van ISD Maintenance Department! 💪❤️
Ready to join #TeamVISD? Apply online today! 👇
🔗 Apply here: vanisd.org/o/visd/page/careers
#WeAreVan #TeamVISD
And we're looking for a GROUNDSKEEPER to join this hardworking crew in the Van ISD Maintenance Department! 💪❤️
Ready to join #TeamVISD? Apply online today! 👇
🔗 Apply here: vanisd.org/o/visd/page/careers
#WeAreVan #TeamVISD
🚌❤️ WE’RE HIRING BUS DRIVERS! ❤️🚌
Join #TeamVISD for the 2026-2027 school year! Van ISD is looking for dedicated bus drivers to help safely transport our students each day.
✅ Sign-on bonus available for drivers NEW to the district!
👉 Apply NOW! https://www.vanisd.org/o/visd/page/careers
#WeAreVan
Join #TeamVISD for the 2026-2027 school year! Van ISD is looking for dedicated bus drivers to help safely transport our students each day.
✅ Sign-on bonus available for drivers NEW to the district!
👉 Apply NOW! https://www.vanisd.org/o/visd/page/careers
#WeAreVan
🔬📚🎉 Please help us welcome Alisha Stone, Van Middle School's newest 5th Grade Science Teacher! ❤️🤍
To introduce Alisha to our Vandal family, we asked her a few questions! 👇
🎓 WHERE DID YOU GO TO COLLEGE?
I earned my Bachelor of Science in Learning and Technology from East Texas A&M University and am excited to be wrapping up my Master of Education in Educational Technology there as well, with graduation planned for August! 🎓✨
🍎 PREVIOUS JOBS?
My career path has been a little unique! I've worked as a lab technician, corporate administrative assistant, hotel desk manager, and accounting clerk before discovering my passion for education. 🧪💼🏨📊
For nearly nine years, I've served students in Wills Point, Grand Saline, and Lindale ISD, and I'm passionate about creating engaging learning experiences that help every student succeed. 📚❤️
🐶 FUN FACT?
I love making learning memorable! One year, I even incorporated my dog, Maverick, into a science lesson and brought him in for a classroom visit. 🐾🔬🐶
✈️👨👩👦 HOBBIES?
When I'm not at school, you can usually find me cheering on my sons at their games and sporting events, spending time with friends and family, playing with our two dogs, or planning our next travel adventure. ❤️⚾🏀🐶✈️
❤️ WHY ARE YOU MOST EXCITED TO WORK IN VAN ISD?
I'm excited for the opportunity to continue serving students in the East Texas community while becoming part of a district that values relationships, collaboration, and student growth. I look forward to joining a school community with a strong tradition of investing in its students and helping them reach their full potential. 🍎🤝📚❤️
🎉❤️ Welcome to #TeamVISD, Alisha! ❤️🤍 We are so excited to have you join the Vandal family! We can't wait to see the positive impact you'll make in the classroom and in the lives of your students. 🔬📚🍎✨
#WeAreVan ❤️🤍
To introduce Alisha to our Vandal family, we asked her a few questions! 👇
🎓 WHERE DID YOU GO TO COLLEGE?
I earned my Bachelor of Science in Learning and Technology from East Texas A&M University and am excited to be wrapping up my Master of Education in Educational Technology there as well, with graduation planned for August! 🎓✨
🍎 PREVIOUS JOBS?
My career path has been a little unique! I've worked as a lab technician, corporate administrative assistant, hotel desk manager, and accounting clerk before discovering my passion for education. 🧪💼🏨📊
For nearly nine years, I've served students in Wills Point, Grand Saline, and Lindale ISD, and I'm passionate about creating engaging learning experiences that help every student succeed. 📚❤️
🐶 FUN FACT?
I love making learning memorable! One year, I even incorporated my dog, Maverick, into a science lesson and brought him in for a classroom visit. 🐾🔬🐶
✈️👨👩👦 HOBBIES?
When I'm not at school, you can usually find me cheering on my sons at their games and sporting events, spending time with friends and family, playing with our two dogs, or planning our next travel adventure. ❤️⚾🏀🐶✈️
❤️ WHY ARE YOU MOST EXCITED TO WORK IN VAN ISD?
I'm excited for the opportunity to continue serving students in the East Texas community while becoming part of a district that values relationships, collaboration, and student growth. I look forward to joining a school community with a strong tradition of investing in its students and helping them reach their full potential. 🍎🤝📚❤️
🎉❤️ Welcome to #TeamVISD, Alisha! ❤️🤍 We are so excited to have you join the Vandal family! We can't wait to see the positive impact you'll make in the classroom and in the lives of your students. 🔬📚🍎✨
#WeAreVan ❤️🤍
Please welcome YaLonda Perkins back as the newest 4th grade teacher at Van Middle School!
To introduce YaLonda to our Vandal community, we asked her a few questions:
📚 Where did you go to college?
Southwestern Oklahoma State University (SWOSU)
💼 Previous Jobs:
• 5 years teaching in Terrell ISD
• 5 years teaching in Kaufman ISD
• 20 years teaching in Van ISD
• Cosmetologist
• Hospital Nurse Assistant
🎉 Fun Fact:
My children's first home was in the Hall Supervisors Apartment at SWOSU. Also, my husband, Jon, and I built our house ourselves!
🔨 Hobbies:
DIY projects
Welcome back to #TeamVISD, YaLonda! We are so excited to have you back! ❤️
#WeAreVan
To introduce YaLonda to our Vandal community, we asked her a few questions:
📚 Where did you go to college?
Southwestern Oklahoma State University (SWOSU)
💼 Previous Jobs:
• 5 years teaching in Terrell ISD
• 5 years teaching in Kaufman ISD
• 20 years teaching in Van ISD
• Cosmetologist
• Hospital Nurse Assistant
🎉 Fun Fact:
My children's first home was in the Hall Supervisors Apartment at SWOSU. Also, my husband, Jon, and I built our house ourselves!
🔨 Hobbies:
DIY projects
Welcome back to #TeamVISD, YaLonda! We are so excited to have you back! ❤️
#WeAreVan
STAAR scores are now available in Skyward Family Access!
To view your child’s STAAR scores, please follow the steps below:
⭐️ Log in to Skyward Family Access (use a desktop browser or, if using the mobile app, tap “Open in Browser”)
⭐️ Click on “District Links”
⭐️ Select “STAAR Scores” from the dropdown menu
If you experience any difficulty accessing Skyward, please contact your child’s campus for assistance.
To view your child’s STAAR scores, please follow the steps below:
⭐️ Log in to Skyward Family Access (use a desktop browser or, if using the mobile app, tap “Open in Browser”)
⭐️ Click on “District Links”
⭐️ Select “STAAR Scores” from the dropdown menu
If you experience any difficulty accessing Skyward, please contact your child’s campus for assistance.
🍽️ Join the Van ISD Food Service Team! 🍽️
We are seeking full-time and substitute Food Service team members to help keep our students fueled and ready to learn each day! 🥗🍎
👉 Apply NOW! https://www.vanisd.org/o/visd/page/careers
#WeAreVan #TeamVISD
We are seeking full-time and substitute Food Service team members to help keep our students fueled and ready to learn each day! 🥗🍎
👉 Apply NOW! https://www.vanisd.org/o/visd/page/careers
#WeAreVan #TeamVISD
REMINDER: The last day of school is this Thursday, May 21, 2026, and it will be an early release day for all Van ISD campuses to kick off summer break! ☀️
Students will be dismissed 3 hours earlier than their regular dismissal times.
Thank you for a great school year, Vandals! Wishing everyone a safe, restful summer ahead. ❤️
Students will be dismissed 3 hours earlier than their regular dismissal times.
Thank you for a great school year, Vandals! Wishing everyone a safe, restful summer ahead. ❤️
Reminder: Tomorrow, April 3rd, is a school holiday. Classes will resume on Monday, April 6th. Have a great three-day weekend, Vandals!
Join us in wearing RED this Friday to support one of our very own Vandals! ❤️
Friday is an important day for 6th grader Ryder Shaw as he receives test results and continues treatment in his fight against leukemia.
Let's come together as a district to show Ryder and the Shaw family that they are surrounded by love and support, because no Vandal fights alone! 💪 #WeAreVan
Friday is an important day for 6th grader Ryder Shaw as he receives test results and continues treatment in his fight against leukemia.
Let's come together as a district to show Ryder and the Shaw family that they are surrounded by love and support, because no Vandal fights alone! 💪 #WeAreVan
Reminder: Tomorrow, March 6th, is a Student Holiday/Staff Work Day, and next week (March 9-13) is SPRING BREAK! We’ll see everyone back on campus Monday, March 16th! 🎉☀️
Van ISD has discontinued its partnership with Lifetouch.
All remaining scheduled photography sessions with Lifetouch for this school year have been canceled. For the remainder of the school year, all student photography will be handled in-house by the district.
The safety and privacy of our students remain our top priority and will continue to guide our decisions. Thank you for your continued support of Van ISD.
All remaining scheduled photography sessions with Lifetouch for this school year have been canceled. For the remainder of the school year, all student photography will be handled in-house by the district.
The safety and privacy of our students remain our top priority and will continue to guide our decisions. Thank you for your continued support of Van ISD.
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
REMINDER: Monday, February 16th, will be a student holiday.
Classes will resume Tuesday, February 17th. Have a safe three-day weekend, Vandals!
Classes will resume Tuesday, February 17th. Have a safe three-day weekend, Vandals!
Hat Day for a Cause 🧢 🎩 👒
This Friday, students may wear a hat for $1 to support a Van ISD family who lost their home in a house fire this weekend. All proceeds will go directly to the family.
When we come together, it makes a difference. Thank you for showing what #WeAreVan really means. ❤️
The TELPAS Meeting has been rescheduled for Tuesday, February 3, 2026. If you have an EB (Emergent Bilingual/ESL) student, this meeting is for you! We invite you to attend our TELPAS Parent Information Meeting, which will provide general information about the TELPAS assessment and explain the ESL classes and support services offered throughout the school year.
TELPAS Parent Information Meeting
📅 Tuesday, February 3, 2026
🕕 6:00–7:00 PM
📍 J.E. Rhodes Elementary Library
Child care will be available during the meeting.
We hope you can join us for this informative session. If you have any questions or need additional information, please contact Berta Campa at bertha.campa@vanisd.org
🚨 SCHOOL RESUMES TOMORROW 🚨
We’re looking forward to seeing our students tomorrow (Jan 29th) and getting back into our normal routine! See you soon, Vandals!
We’re looking forward to seeing our students tomorrow (Jan 29th) and getting back into our normal routine! See you soon, Vandals!
Van ISD will remain closed tomorrow, January 28, 2026, due to icy road conditions and freezing overnight temperatures.
Our focus remains on the safety of our students and staff as we continue to monitor conditions across our district. Stay warm and safe, Vandals!
Our focus remains on the safety of our students and staff as we continue to monitor conditions across our district. Stay warm and safe, Vandals!
🚨 Winter Weather Update🚨
Our district leaders are currently driving the back roads across our district to assess road conditions.
A final announcement will be made by 6:00 PM tonight regarding the decision for school tomorrow.
As always, the safety of our students & staff is our top priority. Thank you for your patience, Vandals! ❄️
