“Balance” is the latest word on heart-healthy eating, according to the American Heart Association Scientific Statement 2021 that encourages people to adapt broad eating habits instead of focusing on single foods — and it’s not one size fits all.
Healthy eating starts with healthy food choices. You don’t need to be a chef to create nutritious, heart-healthy meals your family will love. Learn what to look for at the grocery store, restaurants, your workplace and any eating occasion.
https://newsroom.heart.org/events/march-is-national-nutrition-month-plus-epi-lifestyle-2024-daylight-savings-time-and-more
February is Black History Month. The Center for Racial Justice in Education has developed a guide for educators and families: https://centerracialjustice.org/resources/black-history-month-resource-guide-for-educators-and-families/
Today, we celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Thank you, Dr. King!
Van Buren ISD will be closed from December 23, 2023 to January 7, 2024 for Winter Break. Wishing you and yours a happy and safe holiday season. See you in the new year! School resumes on January 8, 2024.
Make plans to attend a Family Fun Night on Saturday, December 16, 2023. (5pm-8pm) Students from Van Buren Tech's Early Childhood Careers & Education program will be hosting this event for their Family, Careers, and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) project. ALL proceeds will be donated to We Care.
Today is Indigenous Peoples’ Day, when our nation celebrates the contributions and resilience of Indigenous Peoples. Learn more here: https://www.weareteachers.com/indigenous-peoples-day/
National Hispanic Heritage Month continues until October 15. Consider celebrating with a book! https://www.nypl.org/blog/2022/09/01/hispanic-latinx-heritage-month-books
Welcome back, students! It's the first day of school and we're excited to see you!
Van Buren ISD is hiring! https://vbisd.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx