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EDUCATION

Van Buren School District

Voted Best of River Valley’s “Top Public
School System” for two years running,
the Van Buren School District (VBSD) is
recognized as a leader in academics, arts,
and athletics, and for providing its nearly
6,000 students with a top-tier educational
experience at every level.
VBSD is comprised of six elementary
schools (grades K-5), two middle schools
(grades 6-8), a freshman academy (grade
9), and one high school (grades 10-12).
The District also provides preschool,
Gifted and Talented Education, special
education, and an alternative education
program. Additionally, the District
operates the River Valley Virtual Academy
(RVVA).
Van Buren’s high-quality curriculum
includes STEM (Science, Technology,
Engineering, and Math) education for
all grades, as well as arts, agriculture,
and diverse course options. Teachers
integrate hands-on learning through
gardening, technology, entrepreneurship,
and workforce training. The District
offers a wealth of Advanced Placement
and concurrent credit classes. Through
strategic partnerships with regional
universities, VBSD enables secondary
students to earn college hours, complete Van Buren elementary students utilize a campus walking trail. In recent years, VBSD
technical certifications, and earn associate has received more than $670,000 in Joint User Agreement (JUA) grants to fund the
degrees before graduating high school. construction of trails, fitness stations, and more throughout the community. These
These are provided at little or no cost, wellness projects encourage healthy lifestyles for students, families, and residents.
saving families time and tuition dollars. Photo courtesy Van Buren School District
Since 2017, VBSD has provided flexible

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