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School Board Meeting 3/26/2026
NHS Members at State Convention
NHS Members at State Convention
Van Buren District Secondary School's National Honor Society at the 2025-2026 State NHS Convention.
Mock Science Fair
Mock Science Fair
Thank you to community members and school staff for providing feedback to our science fair students during the Van Buren Mock Science Fair today. VBDSS students will be going to the Maine State Science Fair during the last weekend of March.
Maple Tapping Project 2025-2026
Maple Tapping Project 2025-2026
Mr. Ouellette’s HVAC class and Mrs. Spooner’s Forestry class recently teamed up for a hands-on maple tapping project in a local maple stand. Working together, students tapped the trees and will begin collecting sap when the weather cooperates. Next week looks good! The Forestry class will continue gathering the sap throughout the season, and the HVAC class will take on the next step—boiling it down to make maple syrup.
This project has been a great opportunity for students to collaborate across classes while learning about natural resources, sustainability, and the science behind maple syrup production.
On March 25, we will be hosting a day of maple-themed activities to share our project with students across all grade levels. We would also love to welcome classes from other schools who would like to participate and learn more about the maple sugaring process.
This project was made possible with support from a Maine Environmental Education Association Grant.
Stay tuned for more updates—and maybe even some syrup!
2025-2026 Maine Principal's Award
2025-2026 Maine Principal's Award
Van Buren District Secondary School is proud to announce that Elijah Pinkham has been named our Maine Principal’s Award recipient! Elijah is an exceptional student who consistently seeks out challenges and opportunities to grow. He has pushed himself academically by taking higher-level science courses and representing our school at the Maine State Science Fair, showcasing his intellectual curiosity and dedication to research. Beyond the classroom, Elijah has demonstrated outstanding leadership as class president, organizing fundraising efforts and class activities that strengthened school spirit. As president of the National Honor Society, he further distinguished himself by leading meaningful service projects, including a Secret Santa program for staff and fundraising for the Athletic Hall of Fame. Through his academic initiative and sustained commitment to leadership and service, Elijah truly exemplifies the qualities this award is meant to recognize. We are incredibly proud of him!
2026-27 Pre-Kindergarten Registration
2026-27 Pre-Kindergarten Registration
Attention all MSAD 24 Families! Pre-K and Kindergarten Registration is coming up!
Letters with registration information will be sent to all families with children currently in Pre-K through 4th grade this Monday, March 2nd.
Other families wishing to enroll a new student should contact the school by phone to request registration forms. Tel: 868-5274 ext. 1103 Thank you!
Second (2nd) Quarter Honor Roll 2025-26
Second (2nd) Quarter Honor Roll 2025-26
Middle School
Middle School
High School
High School
Happy Retirement Mrs. Levasseur
Happy Retirement Mrs. Levasseur
After more than 35 years of dedication to education, today marks a very important day for Mrs. Leah Levasseur, as it is her final day in the classroom! Mrs. Levessaur is retiring from teaching and leaving behind a lasting imprint on many student’s lives.
From Adult Ed. to Gifted and Talented and then into the regular classroom teaching various grades and ending her teaching career as the 5th grade teacher, Mrs. Levasseur has touched countless lives and has been a part of many memories!
Beyond the classroom, she has served as a Curriculum Leader, Student Senate Advisor, and Class Advisor—and for an incredible 32 years, she has coached Varsity Tennis winning multiple regional titles. Mrs. Levasseur plans to continue coaching and hopefully winning!
Thank you, Mrs. Levasseur, for your passion, leadership, and lasting impact on generations of students. Enjoy this next chapter—you’ve more than earned it!
Statewide Soccer All-Star
Statewide Soccer All-Star
Congratulations to Emily Lapierre for being selected to the Statewide Class D Regional All-Star Team. Emily attended the 52nd Maine Soccer Coaches All-Star Banquet on December 7, 2025 in Bangor where she received her certificate.
Science Research Grant Winner
Science Research Grant Winner
Congratulations to Gavin Gagnon!
We are thrilled to share that Gavin has been selected to receive a prestigious Science Research Grant from the Marjot Foundation! This competitive award provides up to $2,500 for students across New England and New York to pursue independent environmental science research.
Gavin is no stranger to scientific inquiry—he has represented VBDSS at the Maine State Science Fair during both his freshman and sophomore years. Thanks to this grant, he will expand his research exploring the connection between bird behavior and weather patterns, a project he has already begun to develop with curiosity and dedication.
To earn this award, Gavin submitted an exceptionally detailed and thoughtful research plan, showcasing both his passion and his potential as a young scientist.
WAGM News article on Gavin Gagnon's Science Research Grant
WAGM News article on Gavin Gagnon's Science Research Grant
https://www.wagmtv.com/2025/12/17/van-buren-junior-awarded-science-research-grant/
NHS Fall Regional Meeting
NHS Fall Regional Meeting
On Thursday, November 13 the Crusader chapter of the National Honor Society went to Fort Kent to participate in the northern regional meeting. The worked on the regional service project, team building, and had a tour of UMFK.
November Pantry
November Pantry
Contact Mr. Roy
2025-2026 First (1st) Quarter Honor Rolls
2025-2026 First (1st) Quarter Honor Rolls
Middle School
Middle School
High School
High School
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