The February 2021 edition of The Career Scoop newsletter is now available and is intended to help students and their parents/guardians become aware of information related to students' futures both during and after high school. This edition contains information about the Millstream open house this Thursday, apprenticeship opportunities at local businesses, and more.
Check it out here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1FIQjAQxSE9ZKopUs17OIK_2pFU78oXVH/view?usp=sharing
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Van Buren Local Schools are CLOSED Monday 2/1/21. Stay safe, Black Knights!
Thank you to our school counselors Mrs. May and Mr. Zender for their work with our students! #CounselorAppreciation #VB1team
Van Buren Local Schools are on a TWO HOUR DELAY (Monday 2/1/21)
Good Sunday to all of you! I hope all of you get a chance to play in the snow today! We will continue on the Modified Hybrid Schedule for the first week of February. We did receive notice that Van Buren staff will be receiving the vaccine sometime the week of February 22, 2021. No other specifics have been given at this point. There is a chance we will not have in person schooling on the day we receive the vaccine. I will let all of you know ASAP when I find out. Also, we do have two new board members! Welcome Andy Fisher and Laura Ebright to the Van Buren Team! Both accepted board appointments at the January Board of Education Meeting. Have a great week!
FRIDAY FINANCIAL FACT
With the onset of the pandemic, the Federal government specifically identified the need for school districts and other educational entities to keep students learning during unprecedented times.
The district was provided a few different avenues of funding to offer relief for not only the change in educational offerings for students, but relief from the additional standards and protocols for safety. We invested in distance learning, school nursing services, personal protective equipment, cleaning supplies and technology devices to keep our student learning and our entire community safe. Through the generosity of Marion, Cass and Portage Townships, the district purchased student devices to keep them connected to the district and touchless water bottle filling stations.
A big thank you to Marion, Cass and Portage Townships for their partnership in support of Van Buren students and staff! #VB1team
The Findlay Rotary Club seeks nominations for the Golden Apple Awards. This honors outstanding teachers and Van Buren has been represented by six terrific educators in the past!
Nominations due 4/2/21
https://findlayrotary.org/golden-apple-award-nomination/
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Van Buren Local Schools are CLOSED 1/26/21
Van Buren Local Schools are on a TWO HOUR DELAY (1/26/2021)
Good afternoon to all of you! Wanted to let all of you know we will be continuing with the Modified Hybrid Schedule for the last week of January. Pretty amazing it is already the last week in January. As soon as I hear updates about how the vaccine roll out will affect our schedule, you will be updated! Have a great week!
Welcome to new Van Buren School Board members Laura Ebright and Bradley (Andy) Fisher. They join Michael Leifheit (president), Melinda Williams (vice president), and Kimberly Thomas. Laura and Andy are are filling the positions created by recent resignations from Mr. Jeff Salisbury and Mr. Jim Griffith.
Van Buren students benefit every day from the leadership and vision of our school board. January is School Board Recognition Month, so take time to thank these dedicated community leaders.
Strong Schools = Strong Communities
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Families are reminded that school will not be in session on Friday, January 22, 2021 to allow for staff professional learning. #VB1team
In the ninth episode of the Interviewing People careercast, Mr. Bratt interviews Macy McCartney, a 2012 graduate and Operations Manager at the ProMedica Toledo and Russell J. Ebeid Children's Hospitals. In the episode, Macy talks about how she handles failure, how a biology degree led her to where she is today, the impact relationships have had on her career path, and the variety of positions in the healthcare field other than doctor and nurse. If there are any students out there interested in a career in healthcare, this would be a good episode for them to watch.
Check out Mr. Bratt's #careercast: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCA8KkpHIL1RI_n989pQoyHQ
We believe our children are the hope for our country and the world.
In honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Van Buren Schools are closed today. #VB1team
Hello Van Buren Families. I hope all of you are having a great weekend. A reminder that there is no school Monday, January 18, 2021. We will start up Tuesday with our current Modified Hybrid schedule.
I have been asked a lot of questions about the vaccine, will we go back to five days a week learning, etc. I have attached a video that explains where Van Buren is currently with the vaccine and a target date of five days a week instruction. So many factors to consider but at least there is discussion around getting students back to school five days a week. As always, things are changing everyday and I will do my best to keep you updated. Have a great week!
https://youtu.be/1o0MXODeeAs
FRIDAY FINANCE FACT: Bond Retirement
School Finance is complicated and not always popular. We’re starting our financial fact with some good news!
Recently the district paid off a long term debt incurred for the purpose of construction and renovation of buildings. This bond specifically funded work at the elementary school and the additional renovation attached to the high school.
Not only is this good news for tax payers of the district, as their annual tax bill will reduce, but it is great news for the district as well to retire long term debt of that size and scope. Stay tuned for more financial fun facts! #VB1team
SAFETY REMINDERS for student drivers, parents, and staff:
When leaving the school parking lot please make sure you are using the exit and not the entrance - using the incorrect driveway increases the likelihood of an accident. We understand traffic is congested before and after school, but please be patient so everyone can leave safely.
When entering the school parking lot off of South Main Street, please watch your speed. The posted speed limit on School grounds is 10 MPH.
Please continue to watch for students walking within the parking lot and students are reminded to use the designated crosswalks.
If you are picking up students, please find a designated parking space. Parking in a thru lane may cause traffic to build up.
FHCPL Bookmobile available to high school students: The Findlay-Hancock County Public Library Bookmobile will be at Van Buren in the front parking lot this Thursday, January 14, from 12:30-1:00 P.M. to serve students as they leave school. Students with FHCPL cards can either stop by the bookmobile to check out books on the bookmobile or place holds on books on the FHCPL website before Thursday and indicate they will pick the books up from the bookmobile.
If you would like more information about how you can help your student get a library card or place a hold on a book, please view the following videos:
Library/Digital Cards from FHCPL: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1_ehIw2Vngw8LjGoGenT_RpoaX2TKlR5B/view?usp=sharing
Placing a Hold/Checking Out Books: https://drive.google.com/file/d/10juzoVz9A9d1lleJiNx06nvCCHe5DbKc/view?usp=sharing
In addition to January 14, the bookmobile will be at Van Buren February 11, March 11, April 15, and May 13.
Good evening everyone. My apologies for being later than usual on the notifications about instruction for this upcoming week. Van Buren will continue to be on a Modified Hybrid Schedule for the week of January 11, 2021. Please continue to be prepared to change on a daily basis depending upon the data that comes in regarding our Covid numbers. I hope all of you have a great week!
We're looking to provide real-world experiences to a VBHS junior interested in communications and marketing! Check out information on our social media internship, which starts next semester... http://bit.ly/VBSoMe
