Updated Traffic Flow Elementary: 09/14/2020 Van Vleck Elementary Car Rider Drop-off/Pick-up Effective 9/15/2020:Due to congested traffic surmounting on SH 35 in the AM and PM for Van Vleck Elementary car rider line, the following traffic flow plan has been made. Please see attached map as well as the following instructions. Coming from BC on SH 35: Highlighted... READ MORE >
Van Vleck Youth Volleyball League registration is open for students grades Kinder through 6th grade. Games will be played on Saturdays starting November 14th and end on December 12th, and practices begin on November 2nd. In this league, will be taught fundamentals of volleyball as well as working on skills to help get our young volleyballers ready for the next... READ MORE >
Van Vleck ISD and Van Vleck Elementary have been working feverishly to navigate the 2020-2021 school year. It's going to be a great year! This update should answer many of the questions you have. We will need your patience, support, and professional communication in order to flourish this coming year. There is not a doubt in my mind that this will be possible.... READ MORE >
Here are the PK-5th Grade school Supplies List for the 2020-2021 School Year. READ MORE >
Due to the inclement weather last week and school being out on Wednesday of last week. Report Cards will be sent out Thursday, September 26th. Have a great week! READ MORE >
On Wednesday, September 25, 2019, from 7:30 am until 7:45 am come and go, there will be a student and community member led optional prayer gathering around the flag pole at each campus: Van Vleck High School, OH Herman Middle school, E Rudd Intermediate, and Van Vleck Elementary schools for See You at the Pole READ MORE >
Hello Everyone!. It is year 5 of the "Gold Out" game and fundraiser dedicated to raising money for donations to Childhood Cancer Researchers. Please help us raise awareness by participating in this year's "Gold Out" games taking place on Friday, September 27th 2019 vs East Bernard. Order forms for this year's T-shirt are being sent home with students today, but... READ MORE >
We had an unbelievable turn out for our Meet the Teacher Night. Scores of parents and students toured the halls, met their teachers, said “hello” to their last year’s teachers, and dropped off their school supplies. Having this event before school starts is an advantage for teachers, parents and students. It allows them all to become more familiar with each... READ MORE >
"Thank you to the congregation of First Baptist Church Van Vleck and to their Women's Ministry for their generous donation of school supplies for the students and "Back to School" Goodie Bags for the teachers and staff. We appreciate their continued support each year!" READ MORE >
Meet and Greet/Bring Supplies Date Moved To Thursday, August 15, 2019 5:00p.m.-6:30p.m.See you then! READ MORE >
Pre K - 5th Grade Registration August 7 - August 169:00-11:00 and 1:00-3:00 READ MORE >
2019-2020 Pre-K School Supply List***Please bring supplies to Meet the Teacher Night***1 kinder nap mat (thin)1 standard size backpack4 24 count Crayola crayons2 8 count Large Crayola crayons2 Boxes of Kleenex2 packages Baby Wipes4 Elmer’s glue bottles (4oz)12 Elmer’s glue sticks2 Broad Crayola Markers 8ct. (standard colors)2 5” Fiskars blunt scissors1 8... READ MORE >
VAN VLECK ELEMENTARY NAMED TO 2018 – 2019 HONOR ROLL BY EDUCATIONAL RESULTS PARTNERSHIP Texas School Recognized for High Achievement in Student Success by a National Campaign of Business and Education Leaders Van Vleck, Tx. – Van Vleck Elementary today announced that it has been named to the 2018 - 2019 Honor Roll for its high achievement in student... READ MORE >
See ya' next year! READ MORE >
Another school year is over...but we have so many memories! READ MORE >
Third grade award ceremony will be held on Thursday at 10:30 am in the multipurpose room. READ MORE >
The Pre-K graduation ceremony will be held on Wednesday, May 22 at 10 AM in the Elementary multipurpose room. READ MORE >
Due to the rain, students had their egg drop and Easter Egg hunt indoors. It didn't seem to dampen the fun! READ MORE >
Due to the upcoming construction of our new school building, there are some Drop-off and Pick-up changes. Please read the following directions: Pre-K K-3 READ MORE >
On Thursday, March 7th, our second grade students presented a choir program entitled Celebrate Texas for our school. While dressed in their red, white, and blue western attire, the children lead everyone in the pledges to the American and Texas flags and sang nine songs including Texas, Our Texas, The Yellow Rose of Texas, Deep in the Heart of... READ MORE >
On Friday, March 8th, the Kindergarten classes had their annual Kindergarten Rodeo. Due to the rainy weather, it was held in the E. Rudd gym, but it was still a great success! Emily Rodgers (MCFLA Junior Princess), Lakyn Matchett (MCFLA 1st Runner Up Junior Princess), Luke Woolsey (MCFLA Little Mr. Cowboy 1st Runner Up), Ryleigh Siptak (MCFLA Little Miss Cowgirl... READ MORE >
Congratulations to all of our student who participated in the Matagorda County Livestock show and Fair. We are proud of all your hard work! READ MORE >
Kindergarten received a lesson on good dental health. They were taught proper brushing techniques to keep those cavities away! READ MORE >
Students enjoyed hosting their mom for breakfast. READ MORE >
Pre-K And Kindergarten celebrated the 100th day of school by dressing as if they were 100 years old. READ MORE >
Kindergarten Registration 2019/2020 School YearApril 15th- April 26th9am-11:00am1pm-3pm READ MORE >
The 2nd Grade Choir Program will be March 7th, 6:30 pm VVHS Auditorium READ MORE >
Second Grade did a fabulous job with their Christmas Choir Program READ MORE >
Van Vleck elementary students participated in this years Veterans Day Program. We love our Veterans! READ MORE >
Kindergarten students and staff celebrated the 50th Day of School by dressing as if they were from the 1950's READ MORE >
The elementary school students enjoyed decorating their pumpkins as storybook characters. Here are the grade level winners: READ MORE >
Capstone Library has blessed us with free access to a huge selection of eBooks until January 15th. Use the following username and password after clicking on the link below. My Capstone Library username: capstonewinter password: lovetoread READ MORE >
Friday, October 26th, Van Vleck Elementary will host Donuts with Dad in the Elementary Cafeteria beginning at 7:25AM. Our procedures will be a little different this year. All parents will need to check in with the secretary at their student’s campus prior to entering the cafeteria. During check-in, parents and students will go through the metal detector on... READ MORE >
The Book Fair begins Monday, October 22nd- Friday, October 26th. The times will be from 8:30 am- 3:00 pm. Family Night is on Tuesday, October 23rd from 4:00 - 5:30. You can shop on Friday after Donuts with Dad too!! READ MORE >
Our Fall Fest was a great success! Hayrides were taken, faces were painted and s'mores were eaten! READ MORE >
1. Fall Pictures, 10/10/182. Book Fair, 10/22-26/183. Red Ribbon Week, 10/22-26/184. Family Night at the Book Fair, 10/23/18 4:00-5:305. Donuts with Dad, 10/26/18 7:30 Elem Café READ MORE >
So many wonderful cakes were submitted to the cake decorating contest, but the judges came to a decision......... Cake Winners:Pk--Leland Whatley (Paw Print Cake)K--Easton Luna (Alligator Cupcake Cake)1st--Emma Harrison (Nuts About Fall Cake)2nd --Laila Woods (Three Little Pigs Cake)3rd--Crystal Garcia (Jack-O-Lantern Cake) Cakes will be auctioned off tonight... READ MORE >
Local community members with Leopards for Christ, FCA, and local churches will be on hand tomorrow, 9/26/18, at the VVISD flag poles (in front of each campus). They wish to invite staff, community members, and students to come anytime betwen 7:15 am to 7:45 am. See You At The Pole! READ MORE >
Our Annual Fall Festival will be Friday, October 5th from 4pm-6pm. READ MORE >
Congratulations to the newly elected members of the 2018-2019 Student Council! READ MORE >
Kindergarten Searches for the Gingerbread Man The Kindergarten teachers and students read The Gingerbread Man. They all went on a hunt around the school searching for the Gingerbread Man, who had run away. They looked in the library, counselor’s office, school office, nurse’s office, and the principal’s office before finally finding him back in their classroom.... READ MORE >
School Supplies Donated The members of the First Baptist Church of Van Vleck donated school supplies that they had been collecting over the summer for our needy families and students. Several members brought the supplies before school started. Our staff was very proud of the congregation’s generosity and we know that it helped many of our students on the first day... READ MORE >
Meet the Teacher Night We had a phenomenal turn out for our Meet the Teacher Night. Scores of parents and students toured the halls, met their teachers, said “hello” to their last year’s teachers, and dropped off their school supplies. Having this event before school starts is an advantage for teachers, parents and students. It allows them all to become more... READ MORE >
Kindergarten through 3rd Grade are using Chromebooks in their classroom this year. Each teacher was given a “COW-Computers on Wheels”. This is a locked rolling cabinet with 25 Chromebook computers inside that can be used by students throughout the day. The computers are used for supplemental math and reading instruction, testing, and educational activities. The... READ MORE >
The Elementary bell schedule is from 7:55-3:25 READ MORE >
If you would like more information you can pick up a packet at the Elementary school office. READ MORE >
PreK-3rd Grade School Registration August 8th-23rd 9:00-11:00 and 1:00-3:00 You MUST bring: proof of residence, shot record, birth certificate, social security card, and parents drivers license. READ MORE >
Meet the Teacher night will be Thursday, August 23, 5:00-6:30.We encourage you to bring your child’s school supplies to the classroom that evening. READ MORE >
Pre-K Class of 2018 Graduated today! We have a brand new crop of Kindergarteners! Check out our Year in Review video: READ MORE >
Mr. Huxford and Mr. Hoddy presented the Birds of Prey Show sponsored by Conoco Phillps. They taught students (and staff) about Great horned owls, Black Vultures,Peregrine falcons, and Condors. The kids squealed when the birds were in flight and they were in awe of the enormous wing spans of the birds.The were also taught to protect our endangered species. READ MORE >
In Kindergarten, the students are learning about eggs and hatching chicks from them. They are busy flipping, turning, regulating temperatures, and learning about the life cycles of chickens. Which camefirst the chicken or the egg? READ MORE >
The “Great Egg Drop of 2018” was so fun and interesting! Students, teachers, and parents are always waiting to see what idea everyone comes up with so their egg will survive the drop from high in the air. Due to the rainy weather, we could not drop the eggs from the roof. Instead, maintenance brought a lift over for Ms. Roper to stand in, raise up, and drop the... READ MORE >
On Friday, March 9th, our second grade students presented a choir program entitled Celebrate Texas for their families and our school. While dressed in their red, white, and blue western attire, the children lead everyone in the pledges to the American and Texas flags and sang nine songs including Texas, Our Texas, The Yellow Rose of Texas, Deep in the Heart of... READ MORE >
On Friday, March 9th, the Kindergarten classes had their annual Kindergarten Rodeo. The weather was beautiful so it was held on the playground, which was a real treat! Faith Cornett (MCFLA Fair Queen Runner Up), Kenzie Brown (MCFLA Fair Princess), and Ryleigh Siptak (MCFLA Little Miss Cowgirl Runner Up) served as our Rodeo Royalty. The students rode their stick... READ MORE >
VAN VLECK ELEMENTARY SCHOOLKindergarten Pre-Registration 2018-2019 Van Vleck Elementary School has scheduled registration for all children eligible to attend kindergarten for the 2018-2019school year. Registration will be held from 9:00 am – 11:00 am and from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm only during the weeks of APRIL 16th through APRIL 27th.... READ MORE >
The Pilot Club of Bay City performed their “Brain Minders” Program for our Kindergarten, 1stand 2nd graders on January 23rd. The Pilot members used puppets during the program and taught the students toalways protect their brain when riding their bike or skateboard by wearing a helmet. The students had fun and learned a lot. READ MORE >
The Tooth Fairy visited the Kindergarten students to discuss good dental habits. READ MORE >
Students had a great time having breakfast with their mom. We had a record number of moms show up! READ MORE >
ABC 13 Meteorologist Travis Herzog visits Van Vleck Elementary to discuss weather safety with the 2nd and 3rd grade classes. Students and staff enjoyed his presentation. He gave Van Vleck students and staff a shout out on his newcast this morning at 5:00.Check out his Broadcast HERE HOUSTON (KTRK) --Meteorologist Travis Herzog took his weather safety message to... READ MORE >
Please join us for BREAKFAST WITH MOM Friday, February 9,2018 7:30-8:00 READ MORE >
Our Bookfair starts February 5th and runs until the 9th. The bookfair will be open daily from 9-3. READ MORE >
Date: January 19, 2018 Dear Parents/Guardians: The flu virus is upon us in Matagorda County! This letter is to advise you that Van Vleck ISD has had many students who have tested positive for the flu. It is important to know the difference between influenza, cold, and norovirus symptoms. All three are extremely contagious. * Common symptoms of influenza flu... READ MORE >
School will be closed Monday, January 15th, 2018 in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. School will resume Tuesday,January 16th, 2018 READ MORE >
Future Leps will have a Meet the Coach Day On January 13th at the High School Gym. K-3 girls @ 9 K-2 boys @ 10 4th- 6th girls @ 11 3rd/4th boys @ 12 5th/6th boys @ 1 READ MORE >
Second Grade performed their Annual Christmas Program. They performed favorite holiday carols for our students and parents. Thank you second grade for all your hard work! READ MORE >
COUSINS TO ATTEND 2017 Jr. National Finals Rodeo Las Vegas, NV Paisley Pierce, 9th grade, and Kami Klepac, 3rd grade have earned the right to compete in the Jr. National Finals Rodeo in Las Vegas, NV, December 11th – 16th. Kami placed among the Top 4 at a KK Barrel Race in Bryan, TX and earned her spot as one of 120 cowgirls competing at the KK Run for... READ MORE >
We will have an Early Dismissal Day on Thursday, December 21st. Pre-K will dismiss at regular time of 11:00 K-3 will dismiss at 12:30.School will be closed for the Christmas holiday from December 22-January 6th. School will resume Monday, January 8th. Have a Safe and Happy Holiday! READ MORE >
School will be closed on Monday, November 20th- Friday, November 24th. School will resume Monday, November 27th.Happy Thanksgiving! READ MORE >
Van Vleck Elementary Student Council performed a poem for the local veterans. READ MORE >
It is that time of year again to donate non-perishable food items and canned goods to our Thanksgiving and Christmas Food Drives. We are partnering with the Bay City Police Department and will be collecting until December 12th. Thank you in advance for donating and helping needy families! READ MORE >
Over 200 people visited our Family Night at the Book Fair! Thank you for supporting our school and encouraging your students to read! READ MORE >
Our Storybook Pumpkin contest was a big success! There were so many creative and fun entries. A "First Place" pumpkin was selected from each grade level. Winners were given a gift certificate for our Book Fair. READ MORE >
Our Fall Festival was a great success! Students, parents and staff enjoyed the evening full of games, prizes and fun! Students also did a great job of decorating cakes for our Cake Decorating Contest! READ MORE >
Red Ribbon WeekOctober 23-27thMonday- PROUD TO BE DRUG FREEWEAR RED!Tuesday- YOU WONT SEE ME DOING DRUGS!WEAR CAMO!Wednesday- BE A HERO AND STAND UP TO BULLIESWEAR A SUPERHERO TSHIRT OR OUTFITThursday- SOCK IT TO DRUGSWEAR CRAZY SOCKSFriday- THESE PAWS DONT TOUCH DRUGSWEAR YOUR BEST LEOPARD SPIRIT CLOTHES READ MORE >
Our Fall Book Fair is scheduled for the week of October 23rd-27th. Family Night at the Book Fair will be Tuesday, October 24th from 4:00-6:00. This year we are having a Student/Family Pumpkin Decorating Contest to go along with our Book Fair. We are inviting all of the students and their family to decorate a pumpkin based on a book character. The... READ MORE >
Family Night at the Book Fair October 27, 2017 4:00-6:00 Van Vleck Elementary Multi Purpose Room Theme: “Wild West Book Fair…..Saddle Up and Read!” READ MORE >
"Donuts with Dad!” Will be Friday, October 27, 2017 in the Elementary Cafeteria, 7:30AM to 8:00AM. Please join us! READ MORE >
Great News! Free lunch for ALL students has been extended through the month of October. READ MORE >
Van Vleck Elementary School has scheduled registration for all new students and all children eligible to attend pre-kindergarten and kindergarten for the 2017-2018 school year.Registration will be held from 9:00AM - 11 :OOAM & 1:00 PM -3:00 PM beginning August 7th. Parent/Guardian must register the student.For ALL programs, parents will need to bring a certified... READ MORE >
Class of 2030 has finished their Pre-K Year! Check out their slideshow of memories! READ MORE >
Kindergarten students were asked to protect a raw egg by packaging it in fun and creative ways. The packages were dropped from the school roof by Principal Ms. Roper. The teachers then unwrapped them to see if they has survived or cracked on its journey. READ MORE >
Tomorrow, April 13th, is an Early Dismissal day. K-3 will dismiss at 12:30. ALL Pre-K students will attend the morning session from 8-11. There is no school on Friday, April 14th. READ MORE >
Parents and students had fun supporting our library at the Spring Book Fair. READ MORE >
Phil Huxford from Friends of Brazoria Wildlife Refuges and Steve Hoddy from Earthquest presented the “Birds of Prey” program to Elementary students. Students were introduces to owls, vultures, falcons, condors, and other fascinating birds. This program was sponsored by Phillips 66. READ MORE >
Happy Camper Book FairS'more fun with Books!Shop for Easter gifts or books to keep kids reading this summer!The Book Fair will be Monday, April 3rd thru Friday, April 7th.Shopping hours are 9am-3pmFamily Night is Tuesday, April 4th 4:00- 5:30 PM READ MORE >
The second graders at Van Vleck Elementary enjoyed a special treat on March 23rd! Davy Crockett, the great great great grandson of the Alamo hero, and his friend Raleigh Conklin, portraying General Sam Houston, presented the Davy Crockett Program. Over 60 children watched with dismay as cannons and rifles fired. History was told as puppets danced and sang to... READ MORE >
VAN VLECK ELEMENTARY SCHOOLKindergarten Pre-Registration 2017-2018Van Vleck Elementary School has scheduled registration for all children eligible to attend kindergarten for the 2017-2018 school year.Registration will be held from 9:00 am – 11:00 am and from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm only during the weeks of APRIL 17th through APRIL 28th. (Monday-Friday) ... READ MORE >
Thank you to Mr. Jason Coleman of Moonbow Farms! He gave booklets and a wonderful presentation to our 1st, 2nd, and 3rd graders on different types of vegetables, eating healthy, and growing vegetables on his farm. READ MORE >
Thank you very much to Pizza Hut Bay City for donating 10 pizzas and 1000 books to our students! Van Vleck Elementary greatly appreciates your continuous support!! READ MORE >
The Elementary school had their annual "Breakfast with Mom". Students enjoyed having a special meal with their mom or other family member. READ MORE >
A big thank you to the "Tooth Fairy" from Dr. Dennard and Dental Arts of Bay City for visiting our PK and Kindergarten students today and giving them a lesson on dental hygiene! READ MORE >
The Texas State Board of Education honored Van Vleck Elementary in Austin on Friday, February 3rd for being named a 2016 National Blue Ribbon School! Ms. Roper, Mrs. Koliba, and Mrs. Dement attended the ceremony. READ MORE >
Students and staff celebrated the 100th day of school by dressing as though they were 100 years old, eating 100 snacks and other 100th Day activities. READ MORE >
January is School Board Appreciation month. Our school board members volunteer their time to make our district the best it can be! Thank you so much for your time, effort and hard work. You make a great ALL-STAR TEAM! READ MORE >
Thank you to all the parents and students who donated to our Toys for Tots campaign! READ MORE >
BOYS ONLY!!There will be a basic skills workout in order to balance the youth basketball teams on this Saturday, Dec. 10th at the Van Vleck HS Gym. The times are as follows:K-2 9:00 -103-4 10:15 -11:455-6 12:00 -1:00*Coach Holden and others will run the workout, and if you have any questions contact Teresa Ford @ (979)323-5022. READ MORE >
Van Vleck Elementary participated in a Mock Presidental Election to go along with Social Studies lesson. High School students decorated voting booths for the students to cast their ballots in. READ MORE >
Van Vleck Elementary celebrated being named a 2016 National Blue Ribbon School Exemplary High Performing School on Wednesday, November 16th with a celebration on the playground. Texas State Rep. Dennis Bonnen, Reps from Blue Bell Creamery, the VVHS Band and Cheerleaders, district Adminstration, School Board Members, and district staff joined the elementary and E.... READ MORE >
Kindergarten teachers and students ended their Fall lessons with Scarecrow Day! READ MORE >
Our Fall Festival was a great success! Students, parents and staff enjoyed the evening full of games, prizes and fun! Students also did a great job of decorating cakes for our Cake Decorating Contest! READ MORE >
The National Blue Ribbon Schools Ceremony will be live streamed today, November 8th. Mrs. Roper, Mrs. Dement and Mrs. Miller are present in D.C. to accept this awesome award for our students and staff of VVISD.Please use the link below for event:Tuesday, Nov. 8 12:30 – 4:00 p.m. - Awards Luncheon and Ceremonyhttp://www.allendsmeet.com/blueribbonAlso you can view... READ MORE >
On Friday, November 11th at 10:00 A.M., VVISD will have a district wide Veterans Day Program at Burl McKinney Stadium. All parents and community members are invited to attend this program in honor of our country’s veterans. The VVHS Student Council would like to invite all veterans to a reception at 8:30A.M. in the VVHS Library. After the reception, the veterans... READ MORE >
Congrats to Van Vleck Elementary for being named a 2015-2016 high-performance reward school!A high-performance reward school is identified as a Title I school with distinctions based on reading and math performance. In addition, at the high school level, a reward school is a Title I school with the highest graduation rates. A high progress school is identified as a... READ MORE >
Our students really enjoyed being able to have breakfast with their Dad at school. READ MORE >
Over a 140 people visited our Family Night at the book Fair! Thank you for supporting our school and encouraging your students to read! READ MORE >
Our Storybook Pumpkin contest was a big success! There were so many creative and fun entries. A "First Place" pumpkin was selected from each grade level. Winners were given a gift certificate for our Book Fair. Here are the winners! READ MORE >
Book Fair (Oct. 17-21)Red Ribbon Week (Oct. 24-28)Each day during Red Ribbon Week we will have a dress up day– see the list below to see how we will dress up each day!Monday—“SOCK it to Drugs” –Wear mismatched or crazy socksTuesday—“I have the POWER to be Drug Free”— Dress as your hero/a super heroMotivational Media - Tues., Oct.... READ MORE >
Zebo the Clown visited the elementary campus to share Rice Festival and Fair information. He also announced the winners of the Rice Festival Coloring contest. READ MORE >
Students and their families purchased T-shirts to help raise money and awareness for Childhood Cancer Research. READ MORE >
VAN VLECK ISD’s VAN VLECK ELEMENTARY CAMPUS IS NAMED ONE OF THE BEST IN THE NATIONU.S. Secretary of Education, John B. King, Jr., announced today that Van Vleck Elementary has been named a 2016 National Blue Ribbon School. Van Vleck Elementary is one among 279 public and 50 private schools receiving this honor. Schools are nominated for the award by the state... READ MORE >