This week McCord is celebrating Red Ribbon Week and today's theme was "Put A Cap On Drugs," with students and teachers alike wearing their favorite cap/hat to school. There was even a sighting of a mini Deion Sanders!!
To celebrate the end of another six weeks, the VES, VMS, and VHS PTO groups delivered a sweet treat to every staff member on their campus, along with bottled water generously provided by Texas Credit. We appreciate our amazing parents for their ongoing support. Your efforts mean so much to our district and to each and every campus. THANK YOU!!!
Today's theme for Red Ribbon Awareness Week is "Don't Get Mixed Up In Drugs" and to go along with that theme, it is "Mix and Match Day" at VHS. Our students definitely enjoyed mixing and matching their outfits today!
Our Lady Lions hit the road today for their District 7-3A regular-season finale in Wichita Falls against the City View Lady Mustangs. A Vernon victory and a Jacksbor loss to Iowa Park will put the Lady Lions and Lady Tigers in a tie for the final playoff spot from District 7-3A. Go Lady Lions!!! We don't want the season to end!! Good luck!!!
Prior to Friday's district volleyball game against Bowie, our 8 Lady Lion seniors and their parents were recognized as part of our Senior Ceremony. Our volleyball seniors are Katie Dodd, Mijah Johnson, Key'Maria McBride, Kaleigh White, Mari Johnson, Zayleigh Sweet, Daniella Eneanye, and Yuleyka Ramirez. Thank you for your dedication to our volleyball program.
Some of our VHS students dressed for the occasion today for the start of our Red Ribbon Awareness Week. Today's dress-up theme was "Smoke Meat, Not Drugs."
The Lions Roar Tailgate held Friday leading up to the Lions' game against Bowie was a fantastic success! From busy food trucks to kids enjoying all the games, it was an evening full of fun and community spirit. A huge thanks goes out to everyone who set up, participated, and came out to make this event amazing! When our school and community comes together, great things happen. Here's to positive collaboration for a thriving town and school system!!
Our Vernon Elementary Students of the Week for last week are: 2nd Grade -- Sofia Salas; 3rd Grade -- Maryanna Johnson; 4th Grade -- Jeremiah Damas; and 5th Grade -- Abel Graue. Congratulations!!! Great job!!!
The Lions improved their overall record to 6-2 and their district record to 3-1 Friday night with a 51-26 victory over Bowie. QB Ty Scott was named the Offensive MVP, throwing for 110 yards and 2 touchdowns, while rushing for another 166 yards and 2 scores. Safety Carter Kieschnick received the Ball Hawk Award with 2 pass breakups and 3.5 tackles. The Big Stick Award went to Izzy Espinoza for his big hit on a special teams tackle. Kicker Mu Sue went 7-for-7 on PATs and had a tackle to earn Special Team MVP honors. The entire Lions defensive squad received the Lion Heart Award, and the Defensive MVP honor went to the late Gayla DeHoyos, who was honored prior to the game.
During halftime of Friday's football game close to 200 of our Vernon Elementary students took the field to perform a Cotton-eyed Joe dance routine with the VHS Drill Team. They did a great job and we're proud of their performance!
Students in Mrs. Inman's 4th grade Social Studies class wrapped up their project on Native Americans Friday by presenting the dioramas they made and giving a presentation to their class on the tribe they researched. Each student researched an Indian tribe native to Texas. In their research, they answered questions such as what area of Texas the tribe lived in; what tools the tribe used; what they wore; what they ate; and what type of structures they live in.
I am sorry it is late notice but I wanted to let you know my classes are presenting their indian dioramas today from 9:45-11:35 and 1:45-3:35 if you have some time to come snap some pictures. Again I am so sorry this is late notice.
"Pink Out" was the theme of Friday's Lions Pride pep rally. The VHS cheerleaders also finished off a cheer by making a breast cancer awareness ribbon with their pom-poms. The Lions went on to defeat Bowie in a district football game, while the Lady Lions knocked off the Lady Rabbits in a district volleyball game.
Our students were definitely bright Friday, as they were decked out for Pink Out Day!
Before our Fall Break, our McCord PTO provided a spooky treat for our teachers and staff. THANK YOU McCord PTO for the yummy treats!! We appreciate you!!
TODAY!!!!
Don’t forget to attend the 2nd Annual LIONS ROAR Tailgate!
Come get food before the game and tailgate with your friends!
📍 Location: Vernon Elementary School
⏰ Time: Starts at 4:30 PM.
🍔 Food Trucks:
•CMC Wiches on Wheels
•The Snack Spot
•Bradford’s Fish Haus
•La Guera Autentica
•Redbone Indian Tacos
🎯 Games & Activities:
•McCord PTO: Face Painting
•Vernon Elementary PTO: Lucky Lion & Lion Swag
•VMS & VHS PTO: Matching Ducks & Lion Swag
•National Junior Honor Society: Blinko
•Texas Credit: Cornhole
•Vernon College: Bucket Ball Toss
See you there!
No alcohol allowed.
All 2nd thru 5th graders will get into the Lions game free tonight. Parents and others coming with the student will have to purchase a ticket online. Go to vernonisd.com to purchase your ticket.
Our Lions will be hosting the Bowie Jackrabbits tonight in district football action. It also Pink Out night at the stadium. Kickoff is set for 7 p.m.
Our Lady Lions play their final home volleyball match of the season today and it is Senior Recognition Night! Vernon will host Bowie in a District 7-3A match with the varsity match starting at 4:30 p.m., and the JV matches to follow. The Senior Recognition Ceremony will begin at 4:15 p.m., at D.O. Fulton Gym. Thank you seniors -- Key'Maria McBride, Mijah Johnson, Yuleyka Ramirez, Kaleigh White, Zayleigh Sweet, Katie Dodd, Mari Johnson and Daniella Eneanya.
DPS Trooper Gutierrez stopped by VMS Wednesday and left several packs of Pokemon cards and baseball cards with our SRO Officer Adams. The cards will go in the PBIS Lion Bucks store and VMS students will be able to purchase the cards with the Lion Bucks they earn for good conduct and behavior.
DPS State Trooper Gutierrez (aka Trooper G) stopped by McCord Wednesday to talk to students about basic safety -- the importance of knowing their own address and phone number, and how/when to dial 911 for emergencies. Trooper G also discussed Halloween safety tips with the students. Those trick or treat safety tips included: staying with an adult; using a flashlight or glow stick in the dark; and to have an adult check their candy before they start to eat it.
