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EDUCATION

harvests, benefiting VBSD’s free breakfast
initiative, which is open to all students.
Multiple campuses and community spaces
are equipped with walking trails and fitness
stations. These have been made possible
by JUA (Joint User Agreement) grants
awarded to the District and partnerships
with local municipalities.
None of Van Buren’s impressive
programs would be possible without
dedicated educators. VBSD’s highly-
qualified staff help create supportive
environments that are conducive to
learning. Numerous VBSD teachers
hold the prestigious National Board
for Professional Teaching Standards
certification, and all take part in dozens
of hours in training and professional
development each year. The District The Van Buren School District proudly holds the Arkansas Council for Military Children’s prestigious Purple Star
greatly values its team members and has distinction which recognizes VBSD’s dedication to serving students and families connected to the nation’s armed
worked diligently to increase certified forces. Each year, campuses host special military appreciation events. Staff also work alongside military families to ease
and classified pay over the past decade. transitions and help ensure students thrive in the District and community. Photo courtesy Van Buren School District
Such efforts have positively impacted staff
retention rates and positioned VBSD as
one of Arkansas’ top paying districts.
VBSD aims to be a leader at every level,
especially regarding school safety. VBSD
invests in technologies to help ensure
schools are secure and equipped with the
tools students need to learn and thrive.
In cooperation with the Van Buren Police
Department and the Crawford County
Sheriff’s Department, VBSD became one
of the first districts in the state to employ
full-time school resource officers at every
campus. Such partnerships exemplify the
value of schools and community working
together for the benefit of all stakeholders.

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