📚✨ Conversations that Count ✨📚
Van Buren County Schools invites all families to join us for Parent Teacher Conference Conversations That Count –
Thursday, September 18th from 3:30–7:00 PM.
This is a great opportunity to connect with teachers, explore events, and learn more about what’s happening in our schools! 💛🦅
Here’s what’s happening across the district:
Early Bird Preschool
🔹 Advisory Council Meeting for any interested parents from 4–5:30 PM .
🔹 Parent Orientation for new students starting PreK in September at 5:30 PM.
Spencer Elementary
🔹 Scholastic Book Fair in the Library
🔹 Two Opportunities for Families to attend Title I Meetings at 4 PM & 6 PM in Mr. Pack’s Room
🔹 Bake Sale
Van Buren County High School
🔹 Sweet Treat Silent Auction
🔹 Junior Class Taco Salad Dinner with Dessert & Drink in the Cafeteria- $10 Plate
🔹 Financial Aid Night in Auditorium at 5 PM
🔹 VBHS PTO Informational Table
🔹 Spanish Class Pulseras Sale
System-Wide
🔹 Health Dept. Flu Clinic – Coordinated School Health Room at SES
📅 Mark your calendars and make plans to attend — we look forward to seeing you there!
#ConversationsThatCount #SmallSchoolBigOpportunities #VBStrong
Van Buren County Schools invites all families to join us for Parent Teacher Conference Conversations That Count –
Thursday, September 18th from 3:30–7:00 PM.
This is a great opportunity to connect with teachers, explore events, and learn more about what’s happening in our schools! 💛🦅
Here’s what’s happening across the district:
Early Bird Preschool
🔹 Advisory Council Meeting for any interested parents from 4–5:30 PM .
🔹 Parent Orientation for new students starting PreK in September at 5:30 PM.
Spencer Elementary
🔹 Scholastic Book Fair in the Library
🔹 Two Opportunities for Families to attend Title I Meetings at 4 PM & 6 PM in Mr. Pack’s Room
🔹 Bake Sale
Van Buren County High School
🔹 Sweet Treat Silent Auction
🔹 Junior Class Taco Salad Dinner with Dessert & Drink in the Cafeteria- $10 Plate
🔹 Financial Aid Night in Auditorium at 5 PM
🔹 VBHS PTO Informational Table
🔹 Spanish Class Pulseras Sale
System-Wide
🔹 Health Dept. Flu Clinic – Coordinated School Health Room at SES
📅 Mark your calendars and make plans to attend — we look forward to seeing you there!
#ConversationsThatCount #SmallSchoolBigOpportunities #VBStrong
The Van Buren County Board of Education will have a regulary scheduled meeting on Wednesday, September 24, 2025 at 5:30 PM. The meeting will be held in the Van Buren County High School Library located at 337 Sparta St., Spencer, TN. To view the board agenda, please visit www.vanburenschools.org.
✨📸 Wayback Wednesday! 📸✨
We’re rewinding all the way back to 1979 when big hair, bell bottoms, and disco were in full swing! 🪩🎶 That year, our halls were buzzing with excitement as the titles of Mr. and Miss Class (7th–12th Grade) were proudly crowned. 👑
From feathered hair to wide collars, these students rocked the style of the times and represented their classes with pride. 💃🕺 Just imagine the shiny disco balls and Saturday night vibes in the background!
Here’s to celebrating the leaders, the trendsetters, and the all-around spirit of VBHS ’79. 🧡 Let’s hear it for the good ol’ days when Polaroids captured our memories and friendship bracelets were the height of fashion!
Drop a 🎶 or 🪩 in the comments if you remember the late ‘70s vibes—or better yet, share your favorite 1979 memory below!
#WaybackWednesday #ClassOf1979 #SmallSchoolBigOpportunities
We’re rewinding all the way back to 1979 when big hair, bell bottoms, and disco were in full swing! 🪩🎶 That year, our halls were buzzing with excitement as the titles of Mr. and Miss Class (7th–12th Grade) were proudly crowned. 👑
From feathered hair to wide collars, these students rocked the style of the times and represented their classes with pride. 💃🕺 Just imagine the shiny disco balls and Saturday night vibes in the background!
Here’s to celebrating the leaders, the trendsetters, and the all-around spirit of VBHS ’79. 🧡 Let’s hear it for the good ol’ days when Polaroids captured our memories and friendship bracelets were the height of fashion!
Drop a 🎶 or 🪩 in the comments if you remember the late ‘70s vibes—or better yet, share your favorite 1979 memory below!
#WaybackWednesday #ClassOf1979 #SmallSchoolBigOpportunities
JHA Company could not be here last Friday & now will be here tomorrow (Wednesday, Sept, 16th) at 12:00 to get orders for letterman jackets. They will size you & help you complete your order. Anyone interested can go to: https://jhacompany.com/
to look at the jackets & options. Another good resource is https://youtu.be/8CQZ6Ok9x38
Remember to bring a $100 deposit with you if you're ordering.
🚌✨ Safety First! ✨🚌
This morning, all students who ride the bus participated in their Bus Evacuation Drill. These drills are an important part of keeping our students safe—teaching them what to do and how to evacuate quickly and safely in case of an emergency. 🚨
A big thank you to our bus drivers, staff, and students for making this drill a success! 👏 Together, we’re building confidence and preparedness for every rider, every day. 💛
#SafetyFirst #VBStrong #PreparedAndProtected #SmallSchoolBig Opportunities
This morning, all students who ride the bus participated in their Bus Evacuation Drill. These drills are an important part of keeping our students safe—teaching them what to do and how to evacuate quickly and safely in case of an emergency. 🚨
A big thank you to our bus drivers, staff, and students for making this drill a success! 👏 Together, we’re building confidence and preparedness for every rider, every day. 💛
#SafetyFirst #VBStrong #PreparedAndProtected #SmallSchoolBig Opportunities
🍊 T is for Tennessee, and T is for Together Tuesday! 🧡
Around here, on any given day of the week, we shine bright with Big Orange pride as our faculty and staff sport their Tennessee colors in support of the UT Vols. 🏈 Their spirit is contagious, creating a fun and united atmosphere for our students! ✨ We’re especially proud that several of our VBHS graduates are now undergraduate and graduate students at UT Knoxville. 🍊 This week also marks College Application Week—so students, don’t forget to get those applications filled out so you might join the Big Orange Nation! 📚🎓
#TogetherTuesday #Vols #VBStrong #BigOrangePride
Around here, on any given day of the week, we shine bright with Big Orange pride as our faculty and staff sport their Tennessee colors in support of the UT Vols. 🏈 Their spirit is contagious, creating a fun and united atmosphere for our students! ✨ We’re especially proud that several of our VBHS graduates are now undergraduate and graduate students at UT Knoxville. 🍊 This week also marks College Application Week—so students, don’t forget to get those applications filled out so you might join the Big Orange Nation! 📚🎓
#TogetherTuesday #Vols #VBStrong #BigOrangePride
🌟 Support our VBHS Spanish Class! ✨
The Van Buren County High School Spanish Class is selling Pulseras (bracelets) for just $7 each! 🎉
💵 For every pulsera sold, $2 will go toward helping students pay for their upcoming field trip to a Mexican restaurant.
👉 To purchase, see any Spanish Class student or Ms. Aponte.
📍 There will also be a table set up at Parent-Teacher Conference for your convenience.
Grab a colorful pulsera and help our students experience culture, language, and learning outside the classroom! 💛🦅
#VBHS #SmallSchoolBigOpportunities #SpanishClass #PulseraProject
The Van Buren County High School Spanish Class is selling Pulseras (bracelets) for just $7 each! 🎉
💵 For every pulsera sold, $2 will go toward helping students pay for their upcoming field trip to a Mexican restaurant.
👉 To purchase, see any Spanish Class student or Ms. Aponte.
📍 There will also be a table set up at Parent-Teacher Conference for your convenience.
Grab a colorful pulsera and help our students experience culture, language, and learning outside the classroom! 💛🦅
#VBHS #SmallSchoolBigOpportunities #SpanishClass #PulseraProject
💜 Motivation Monday 💜
On Saturday, September 13th, members of Van Buren County Schools joined together to participate in the Sequatchie Valley Walk for Alzheimer’s, supporting the Pat Summitt Foundation. 🏃♀️🏃♂️✨
We are proud of our staff and students for walking in honor of those impacted by Alzheimer’s and for showing what it means to be a community that cares. 💛🦅
Every step taken helps raise awareness, inspire hope, and move us closer to a world without Alzheimer’s. 💪💜
#MotivationMonday #VBStrong #WalkForAlzheimers #PatSummittFoundation #SmallSchoolBigOpportunities
On Saturday, September 13th, members of Van Buren County Schools joined together to participate in the Sequatchie Valley Walk for Alzheimer’s, supporting the Pat Summitt Foundation. 🏃♀️🏃♂️✨
We are proud of our staff and students for walking in honor of those impacted by Alzheimer’s and for showing what it means to be a community that cares. 💛🦅
Every step taken helps raise awareness, inspire hope, and move us closer to a world without Alzheimer’s. 💪💜
#MotivationMonday #VBStrong #WalkForAlzheimers #PatSummittFoundation #SmallSchoolBigOpportunities
🌟 Sunday Staff Spotlight 🌟
Van Buren County Schools is proud to recognize Mrs. Meagan Humbert, one of VBHS’s dedicated Special Education Instructors, in this week’s Staff Spotlight.
Mrs. Meagan goes above and beyond each day, showing kindness, compassion, patience, and care for some of our most valued students. She works tirelessly to make sure her students are not only receiving differentiated instruction in essential life skills, but are also fully engaged in the daily life of VBHS.
Her commitment reminds us that success comes in many forms. Through her dedication, Mrs. Meagan ensures that every Van Buren County Eagle has the tools, support, and encouragement to soar toward their highest potential. 💛🦅
#StaffSpotlight #SmallSchoolBigOpportunities #VanBurenPride
Van Buren County Schools is proud to recognize Mrs. Meagan Humbert, one of VBHS’s dedicated Special Education Instructors, in this week’s Staff Spotlight.
Mrs. Meagan goes above and beyond each day, showing kindness, compassion, patience, and care for some of our most valued students. She works tirelessly to make sure her students are not only receiving differentiated instruction in essential life skills, but are also fully engaged in the daily life of VBHS.
Her commitment reminds us that success comes in many forms. Through her dedication, Mrs. Meagan ensures that every Van Buren County Eagle has the tools, support, and encouragement to soar toward their highest potential. 💛🦅
#StaffSpotlight #SmallSchoolBigOpportunities #VanBurenPride
🌟 Student Spotlight Saturday 🌟
This week we’re celebrating two talented young entrepreneurs — Brayden Simmons and Gavin Davis! 👏
Together, they’ve launched S & D Customs Metalworks, where if you think it, they can build it. 🔨✨
Brayden and Gavin recently showcased their craftsmanship at the Fall Creek Falls Mountaineer Folk Festival, and their creativity and hard work truly shine through each piece.
💡 Be sure to check out some of their amazing items and support these driven students as they grow their business!
#StudentSpotlightSaturday #VBHS #SmallSchoolBigOpportunities #YoungEntrepreneurs
This week we’re celebrating two talented young entrepreneurs — Brayden Simmons and Gavin Davis! 👏
Together, they’ve launched S & D Customs Metalworks, where if you think it, they can build it. 🔨✨
Brayden and Gavin recently showcased their craftsmanship at the Fall Creek Falls Mountaineer Folk Festival, and their creativity and hard work truly shine through each piece.
💡 Be sure to check out some of their amazing items and support these driven students as they grow their business!
#StudentSpotlightSaturday #VBHS #SmallSchoolBigOpportunities #YoungEntrepreneurs
📚✨ Conversations that Count ✨📚
Van Buren County Schools invites all families to join us for Parent Teacher Conference Conversations That Count –
Thursday, September 18th from 3:30–7:00 PM.
This is a great opportunity to connect with teachers, explore events, and learn more about what’s happening in our schools! 💛🦅
Here’s what’s happening across the district:
Early Bird Preschool
🔹 Advisory Council Meeting for any interested parents from 4–5:30 PM .
🔹 Parent Orientation for new students starting PreK in September at 5:30 PM.
Spencer Elementary
🔹 Scholastic Book Fair in the Library
🔹 Two Opportunities for Families to attend Title I Meetings at 4 PM & 6 PM in Mr. Pack’s Room
🔹 Bake Sale
Van Buren County High School
🔹 Sweet Treat Silent Auction
🔹 Junior Class Taco Salad Dinner with Dessert & Drink in the Cafeteria- $10 Plate
🔹 Financial Aid Night in Auditorium at 5 PM
🔹 VBHS PTO Informational Table
🔹 Spanish Class Pulseras Sale
System-Wide
🔹 Health Dept. Flu Clinic – Coordinated School Health Room at SES
📅 Mark your calendars and make plans to attend — we look forward to seeing you there!
#ConversationsThatCount #SmallSchoolBigOpportunities #VBStrong
Van Buren County Schools invites all families to join us for Parent Teacher Conference Conversations That Count –
Thursday, September 18th from 3:30–7:00 PM.
This is a great opportunity to connect with teachers, explore events, and learn more about what’s happening in our schools! 💛🦅
Here’s what’s happening across the district:
Early Bird Preschool
🔹 Advisory Council Meeting for any interested parents from 4–5:30 PM .
🔹 Parent Orientation for new students starting PreK in September at 5:30 PM.
Spencer Elementary
🔹 Scholastic Book Fair in the Library
🔹 Two Opportunities for Families to attend Title I Meetings at 4 PM & 6 PM in Mr. Pack’s Room
🔹 Bake Sale
Van Buren County High School
🔹 Sweet Treat Silent Auction
🔹 Junior Class Taco Salad Dinner with Dessert & Drink in the Cafeteria- $10 Plate
🔹 Financial Aid Night in Auditorium at 5 PM
🔹 VBHS PTO Informational Table
🔹 Spanish Class Pulseras Sale
System-Wide
🔹 Health Dept. Flu Clinic – Coordinated School Health Room at SES
📅 Mark your calendars and make plans to attend — we look forward to seeing you there!
#ConversationsThatCount #SmallSchoolBigOpportunities #VBStrong
📢 Attention Parents & Guardians
As required by the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA), school districts must identify students whose parent(s) or legal guardian(s) fall within military-related classifications.
We ask all families to please complete the form linked below:
👉 https://www.vanburenschools.org/forms/military-data-collection-2025-26
Thank you for your help in keeping our records accurate! 💛🦅
#VBStrong #SmallSchoolBigOpportunities
As required by the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA), school districts must identify students whose parent(s) or legal guardian(s) fall within military-related classifications.
We ask all families to please complete the form linked below:
👉 https://www.vanburenschools.org/forms/military-data-collection-2025-26
Thank you for your help in keeping our records accurate! 💛🦅
#VBStrong #SmallSchoolBigOpportunities
✨ Feature Friday ✨
This week we’re spotlighting Ms. Emily Curtis’ Health Science class! 🧼👏
Students have been practicing their handwashing technique, and let’s just say… they now have the cleanest hands in school! 🖐️✨ A big shoutout to these future health professionals for showing us that even simple habits like proper handwashing make a big difference. 💛🦅
#FeatureFriday #VBHS #SmallSchoolBigOpportunities #HealthScience
This week we’re spotlighting Ms. Emily Curtis’ Health Science class! 🧼👏
Students have been practicing their handwashing technique, and let’s just say… they now have the cleanest hands in school! 🖐️✨ A big shoutout to these future health professionals for showing us that even simple habits like proper handwashing make a big difference. 💛🦅
#FeatureFriday #VBHS #SmallSchoolBigOpportunities #HealthScience
Reminder that JHA Company will be here tomorrow at 12:00 to get orders for letterman jackets. They will size you & help you complete your order. Anyone interested can go to: https://jhacompany.com/
to look at the jackets & options. Another good resource is https://youtu.be/8CQZ6Ok9x38
Remember to bring a $100 deposit with you if you're ordering.
✨💛 Thriving Thursday 💛✨
This week, we’re proud to spotlight Officer Brent Hickerson — a 2008 graduate of Van Buren County High School who has come full circle to serve and protect our students! 🦅
After gaining experience at the Bledsoe County Correctional Complex and the McMinnville Police Department, Officer Brent returned home to Van Buren County, where he now serves as the School Resource Officer for Spencer Elementary.
In addition to keeping our school safe, Officer Brent is making a lasting impact by leading DARE classes for Van Buren County students — teaching the importance of wise choices and healthy living. 🚓👮♂️📚
We are grateful for Officer Brent’s dedication, leadership, and heart for our schools. Thank you for investing in our students and our community! 🙌
#ThrivingThursday #SmallSchoolBigOpportunities #VanBurenPride
This week, we’re proud to spotlight Officer Brent Hickerson — a 2008 graduate of Van Buren County High School who has come full circle to serve and protect our students! 🦅
After gaining experience at the Bledsoe County Correctional Complex and the McMinnville Police Department, Officer Brent returned home to Van Buren County, where he now serves as the School Resource Officer for Spencer Elementary.
In addition to keeping our school safe, Officer Brent is making a lasting impact by leading DARE classes for Van Buren County students — teaching the importance of wise choices and healthy living. 🚓👮♂️📚
We are grateful for Officer Brent’s dedication, leadership, and heart for our schools. Thank you for investing in our students and our community! 🙌
#ThrivingThursday #SmallSchoolBigOpportunities #VanBurenPride
This is it! Our Scholastic Book Fair is coming September 12-19. Be sure your child doesn’t suffer Book Fair FOMO - get them prepared to shop at https://www.scholastic.com/bf/spencerelementaryschool
#ScholasticBookFairs #SmallSchoolBigOpportunities
#ScholasticBookFairs #SmallSchoolBigOpportunities
Letterman Jacket Time!
JHA Company will be here Friday, September 12th, at 12:00 to get orders for jackets. They will size you & help you complete your order then. Anyone interested can go to: https://jhacompany.com/
to look at the jackets & options. Another good resource before Friday is https://youtu.be/8CQZ6Ok9x38
If you plan on ordering through the school, you must bring a $100 deposit with you Friday.
If you have questions, please contact Coach Sullivan at the school.
✨ Way Back Wednesday ✨
We’re throwing it back to VBHS Prom 1983 with the dreamy theme “Dreamin’.” 🌙💃🕺
1983 was a year full of pop culture moments that shaped the decade—
🎶 Michael Jackson’s Thriller was taking over the charts (and dance floors).
🎬 Return of the Jedi had fans lining up at the movies.
📺 “Cheers” and “The A-Team” were must-see TV.
👗 Big hair, bold colors, and shoulder pads were in full swing.
It was a magical night for our students, filled with music, dancing, and memories that have lasted a lifetime. 💫
Do you remember your prom night in 1983? Share your favorite memories below! ⬇️
#WayBackWednesday #VBHS #Dreamin83 #PromMemories #SmallSchoolBigOpportunities
In 2024, the Tennessee General Assembly passed legislation requiring firearm safety instruction in schools, outlined in Tennessee Code Annotated §49-6-1016. Beginning with the 2025-2026 school year, all Tennessee school districts, including Van Buren County Schools, will provide annual, age-appropriate instruction on firearm safety for students in grades K–12.
During September Eagle Encounters at SES and VBHS, students will be learning about Firearm Safety from our SRO’s Officer Brent and Officer Clint, Chief Garing, Devin Simmons with Fall Creek Falls, Kyle Walling with TWRA, and Trooper Whitson.
We’re also partnering with Be SMART, a national campaign that promotes safe firearm storage and helps adults have important conversations to keep kids safe — not just at home, but also at friends’ houses, babysitters, and other places children visit.
Look for a Be SMART postcard coming home in the upcoming weeks. You can learn more about firearm safety and how to keep kids safe at Be SMART for Kids.
Plus, the Tennessee Be SMART Team is offering free virtual webinars all year to share helpful info, strategies, and ways to talk about safe firearm storage with others. Interested? Sign up here: bit.ly/45E2zP0
Thank you for partnering with us to keep our children safe!
Good Afternoon! The Spencer Elementary Basketball Game that is scheduled for this evening will be played at the Auxiliary Gym. Go Eagles!