Van ISD

Let me welcome you to Van ISD. Van ISD has approximately 2,200 students and about 340 employees. Van ISD has had an excellent reputation as a quality school district for several decades. It has been standard practice for Van ISD students to perform at a high level on state and national accountability tests such as the ACT and SAT. Van ISD became a... recognized school district in 2005. We have had many state champions in athletics, UIL academic events, and State One Act Play. In addition, the band program and the choir program have performed at the highest level in both regional and state competition. The Vocational Education Program has also distinguished itself in local county fairs and state competition. Our technology program provides hands-on experience for all students with a student to computer ratio of two to one. All of these achievements are made possible because of a quality and dedicated staff. Our professional staff has high expectations for all students. Our staff is the heartbeat of Van ISD. We have about 170 professional teachers, counselors, librarians, and registered nurses. Our salary schedule for teachers ranks one of the highest in North East Texas schools. Our support staff is dedicated to providing a quality learning environment for all students and teachers. The custodial staff, food service staff, maintenance staff and school bus drivers make an excellent contribution to a positive learning environment. Our new state of the art facilities have enabled Van ISD to open its doors to out of district students. Students who aspire to be a part of our excellent tradition, want an excellent education, and are dedicated to being a contributing member of our student body may now apply to transfer, tuition free. Although we have a limited administrative staff, our professional staff serves as a catalyst and charts the course for student success. Finally, no school can maintain excellence without parent support, support of our business community, and support of our local churches. Van is very ...Read More