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EDUCATION
industries such as engineering, health
sciences, and technology. These
programs allow students to earn
industry-recognized certifications, such
as CAD for machinery. A dedicated
career coach helps connect students
with apprenticeships, internships, and
local employers, ensuring they graduate
ready for both college and career
opportunities.
The commitment to excellence
extends to VBSD’s extra-curricular
programs. The renowned Pointer
Marching Band has amassed numerous
state championships over the past
decade. Both band and choir have had
a record number of All-Region and All- Van Buren High School students can learn business and design through involvement with the
State qualifiers in recent seasons. VBSD school’s spirit store, Pointer Place. The retail operation has physical locations on campus and
wrestling is recognized as one Arkansas’ at downtown’s Main Street Mercantile, as well as an online presence. Store offerings include
top programs, with four consecutive a variety of Pointer apparel and accessories, many of which are custom printed by VBHS
state team titles, and dozens of individual students. Photo courtesy Van Buren School District.
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