September 18, 2019
This fourth grade class had a special treat this afternoon when they arrived back to class following specials. Mrs. Speck, or chef as she introduced herself, had created a special...
September 11, 2019
Van Buren Elementary students joined forces to put together a special celebration for our local first responders today. Fourth grade students took charge of planning the event, an...
September 6, 2019
The beginning unit of the 1st grade reading series is all about neighborhoods, communities, community workers, and maps. The first grade classes decided they would build their own...
September 3, 2019
Kindergarten students were introduced to STEM on Friday, and they talked about the 4 C’s: Communication, Collaboration, Critical Thinking, Creativity. Their first project was to ...
September 2, 2019
Van Buren fifth graders worked hard to reach their August reading goal, and in return were rewarded with a "Wet and Wild" event. Students enjoyed water balloons, water relay games...
August 30, 2019
Students enjoyed an action packed visit from the Pacers' Boomer! The focus was on getting fit, doing your best, and treating others well.This message was heard LOUD and CLEAR! ...
August 26, 2019
\r\n First grade recently spent a week reviewing the short a sound. Students celebrated by dressing up and reading Cat in the Hat along with other Dr. Seuss books.\r\n
May 22, 2019
The annual Kindy 500 went off despite the weather conditions! As you can see from the photos, it did not dampen any of the fun had by all!
May 17, 2019
Girls on the Run inspires girls to take charge of their lives and define the future on their terms. It’s a place where girls learn that they can . No limits. No constraints. Only...
May 10, 2019
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May 10, 2019
We honored retiring teachers and amazing students at last night's board meeting! Pictured above, Gail Dixon (Kindergarten, Van Buren); Jean Overpeck (Special Ed, Brentwood); Char...
May 10, 2019
At the May school board meeting, the Little Quakers Academy (LQA) enrollment procedures were modified to allow applications from non-resident students for the Full-Day Program for...
May 9, 2019
A fun Team Building Partnership activity for the staff.
May 7, 2019
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May 7, 2019
The second grade had a great day at the Children's Museum in Indianapolis! \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n
May 6, 2019
While all Van Buren Staff members are special and awesome, a donation by the teachers and office staff to the Plainfield Community Schools Legacy Foundation was made in honor of s...
May 2, 2019
Are you interested in learning more about how public schools work? If so, the 2019 Allies for Education program is for you! The Allies group meets one evening each month, for fiv...
April 26, 2019
We have new baby chicks in 1st grade! Our first graders are getting a first hand look! Our wonderful PTO purchased the incubator to hatch the 7 eggs that they got from Lazy 8 ...
April 24, 2019
On Monday, April 22, the 5th Grade Track Meet and Wellness Fair was held. All the Plainfield Elementary Schools competed against each other. A big thank you goes out to Mrs. Eri...