Van Buren Director Focused On Engagement; Updated Policy Approved
Van Buren County Schools updating the district’s family engagement policy to ensure parents understand they can have input in the system’s instruction and programs. Director of Schools Jared Copeland said every school system must update its policy as part of receiving Title 1 funds from the federal government. However, with the change in leadership, the […]
Van Buren County’s New Director Of Schools Makes Sure To Share The Good Stories
Van Buren County’s New Director of Schools said one of his big goals is to share positive stories about the school system. Jared Copeland took over the director’s role for the 2023-2024 school year. He said in the face of misinformation on social media, it’s the school system’s duty to share the story of all […]
Van Buren County Schools Receive $22,150 No Kid Hungry Grant
Van Buren Schools received a No Kid Hungry Grant that will allow them to extend their summer feeding program. Van Buren Supervisor of Nutrition Marlene DeLong said the school provides meals during the school year, but children lose access to those meals during the summer. She said the school relies on multiple grants to provide […]
Van Buren Schools Named An “Exemplary” District In State Report Card
High graduation rates and low absenteeism led to the Van Buren County School System being named an “exemplary” district. The state released its annual report card on school systems Monday in an effort to understand how school districts serve students. Director of Schools Cheryl Cope said she credits the success to teachers and students buying […]
Rising Absenteeism Closes Van Buren School System Tuesday
Van Buren County Schools closed Tuesday due to rising absenteeism. The district is set to reopen Monday November 28th following an extended Thanksgiving break. The system is closed on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday for the holiday. According to the school system, after-school care or basketball games scheduled Monday and Tuesday are cancelled, as well.
Van Buren School Board Updates Academic Standards To Match State Changes
The passing grade for Van Buren County student athletes and all other students has changed from a 70 to 60. The update was included in a new policy passed by the school board regarding student athletes. Director of Schools Cheryl Cole said student athletes that are failing will also be required to meet with school […]
Van Buren School Director Addresses Punishment For School Threats
Van Buren County Director of Schools Cheryl Cole said students that make false threats of school violence will be charged. Cole shared a letter she drafted to the school board Wednesday night. Cole said the idea is not to sentence a student but to let a judge determine if they need further help. “If they […]
Van Buren BOE Pushing For Higher ACT Scores In Strategic Plan
Van Buren County Schools want to bring the district’s average ACT score to at least 21 as a part of the system’s five year strategic plan. The Board of Education approved the the school’s core focuses Wednesday night. Director of Schools Cheryl Cole said the strategic plan needed an update to create reachable goals. “2017 […]
Van Buren Schools To Begin In-House COVID Testing Through Grant
Van Buren County High School looks to begin in-house COVID testing. Director of Schools Cheryl Cole said the district received some $200,000 through a CDC grant making the operation possible. “They are not rapid test, but they only take about a day, and it’s through the health department,” Cole said. “It will pay for the […]
Van Buren Students Bringing Human Trafficking Awareness To Spencer
An interactive art exhibit is coming to Spencer City Park on Monday to raise awareness about Human Trafficking. Van Buren County Schools Coordinated School Health Director Kelly Lewis said high school students participated in Tennessee’s first Red Sand Project, bringing it back to the county. Lewis said anyone who comes to participate will get red […]
