News Releases
Vandalia-Butler provides testimony in Columbus on behalf of our schools
Thursday, May 23, 2013
On May 15, we became part of the legislative process when Treasurer Dan Schall offered testimony to the Senate Education Subcommittee on Finance.
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Murlin Heights farewell open house scheduled for June 9
Monday, May 20, 2013
The community is invited to attend a farewell open house for Murlin Heights Elementary School on Sunday, June 9, from 1 – 3 p.m. Read More
Murlin Heights students raise $110 in quarters to fund clean water initiatives
Friday, May 3, 2013
Murlin Heights Elementary Student Council partnered with Girl Scout Troop 30696 to raise awareness about water conservation and raise funds for clean water for families in developing nations.
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Board of Education identifies $4.2 million in cost-cutting measures
Tuesday, April 23, 2013
the Vandalia-Butler City Schools Board of Education approved the reduction in force of 46 positions as part of a $4.2 million cost-cutting measure. The RIFs will go into effect for the 2013-2014 school year and are the result of a $7 million deficit caused by state cuts and three failed levies.
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Vandalia-Butler City Schools Board names Brad Neavin as next superintendent
Tuesday, April 16, 2013
Following an extensive search and interview process, the Vandalia-Butler City Schools Board of Education has selected Brad Neavin to serve as the district’s next superintendent. Read More
Kindergarten registration begins April 15
Monday, April 8, 2013
Parents are encouraged to register their kindergartners by August 1 so that their children will be eligible to attend Passport to Safety. Read More
Save the Date! Smith’s Planet Walk ribbon cutting set for May 10
Friday, April 5, 2013
On May 10, join Vandalia-Butler City Schools for the official ribbon cutting of Smith Middle School’s new Planet Walk! Read More
Meet the Candidate Night Scheduled for April 9
Tuesday, March 26, 2013
The Vandalia-Butler City Schools Board of Education has scheduled a Meet the Candidate night for Tuesday, April 9, from 6:30 – 9:00 p.m. in the Butler High School Lecture Room. Read More
Four changes from the state being weighed against district reconfiguration options
Monday, March 25, 2013
Four state-driven changes will affect our district in ways that many might not expect, including what option we recommend for the district reconfiguration. Read More
Vandalia-Butler City Schools financial update scheduled for March 26
Tuesday, March 19, 2013
It’s hogs-and-kisses for reading at Murlin Heights
Tuesday, March 19, 2013
Murlin Heights Elementary students went hog wild for books this month after Principal Connie Strehle promised to kiss a pig if they met their reading goals. Read More
Vandalia-Butler to begin interviews for Superintendent
Friday, March 8, 2013
Starting on March 9, the Vandalia-Butler City Schools Board of Education will begin interviewing candidates for superintendent. Read More
Vandalia-Butler Board of Education votes to remove levy from May ballot
Monday, March 4, 2013
The Vandalia-Butler Board of Education has voted to remove its 6.99-mill levy request from the May 7, 2013, ballot based on potential changes in the state's proposed funding model. Read More
Board of Education to review options from Reconfiguration Committee on February 19
Monday, February 11, 2013
Options will be presented to the Board of Education during the regular business meeting on February 19. The meeting will begin at 7:30 pm in the Butler Lecture Room. Read More
Community meeting to discuss May levy options scheduled for January 22
Monday, January 14, 2013
A May levy along with millage options will be discussed. Read More
Vandalia-Butler City Schools launches search for new superintendent
Friday, December 21, 2012
The Vandalia-Butler City Schools Board of Education has taken the first step in the superintendent search process by selecting the Ohio School Boards Association (OSBA) to conduct the search. Read More
Murlin Heights Holiday Gift Shop helps students share joy
Thursday, December 20, 2012
The PTA-run shop opens every year before winter break to give Murlin Heights students a chance to buy affordable gifts for their relatives, friends and even their pets. Read More
Progress underway on plans to reconfigure schools
Monday, November 26, 2012
Vandalia-Butler City Schools is making progress on plans to reconfigure the district, but there won’t be much information to share before the start of the New Year Read More
Murlin Heights students raise funds for victims of Hurricane Sandy
Tuesday, November 20, 2012
The donations will provide more than 30 blankets for children and comfort bags for more than 20 people. Read More