Our Lions have opened the season 2-0 and they'll be on the prowl to keep that winning streak going tonight as they host the City View Mustangs (1-1) in a non-district game at Leo Brittain Field at Lion Stadium. The kickoff is set for 7 p.m., and don't miss the halftime performances of the Roarin' Lion Band and the VHS Drill Team. Don't forget our Lion Pride Pep Rally will be held this morning starting at 10:30 a.m.
Tickets for all VISD sports events must be purchased online at https://www.vernonisd.org/page/ticket-purchases
It's DISTRICT TIME for our Lady Lions volleyball team and they open 7-3A action today when they host the Holliday Lady Eagles. The varsity game will begin at 4 p.m., with the JV games to follow at D.O. Fulton Gym. GO LADY LIONS!!! DROP THE LADY EAGLES!!
Remember you must by tickets to all VISD sports events online at https://www.vernonisd.org/page/ticket-purchases
After a tennis match last Saturday, Lion tennis players and their parents painting their tennis balls on the sidewalk that leads to the clubhouse. Players repaint and personalize the balls every year.
It's something no one wants to talk about -- yet, unfortunately we know it happens and that is teen suicide. September is Suicide Prevention Month with a focus on spreading information everyone needs to know on how to recognize when someone may be contemplating suicide and how to help. Remember -- Friends Help Friends!!
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VHS students -- if you are struggling in math remember Coach Murguia is offering math tutoring from 7:10 a.m. to 7:55 a.m., every Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday in her classroom.
ATTENTION: Those going to Wichita Falls tonight to watch our JV Lions take on the City View JV Mustangs you must by your tickets online. Here is the site to buy tickets: https://www.cityview-isd.net/page/athletic-tickets
The Fine Arts can play a tremendous part in a student's education and Vernon ISD has some of the best Fine Arts teachers around at all levels. Happy National Arts in Education Week!! We appreciate all of you and all you do for our students!
McCord Principal Amber Fuhrmann and Librarian Mary Charo recently accepted a $500 donation from the Vernon Regional Retired Educators Association. Angela Morrison, president of the organization, presented the donation. The funds will be used to purchase new books for the library. We thank the Vernon Regional Retired Educators Association for their continued support of Vernon ISD.
Wednesday afternoon Vernon Mayor Pam Goslin visited McCord Elementary. Our 1st grade students were separated into two groups and Mayor Pam visited with both groups. She explained what services, such as water, protection, and upkeep of roads, that the city provides the residents of Vernon. She also explained her role as mayor, and answered questions from our students.
VMS students recognized as Student of the Week for last week were: 6th Grade -- Stormy Mathes & Beckett Bayer (not pictured); 7th Grade -- Eh Chur & Deavon Henslee; and 8th Grade -- Leah Diekman & Marco Garcia. Congratulations to these students! Great job and keep up the good work!!
JUNIORS -- CLASS OF 2026!! The first prom planning meeting of the year will be held at 5:45 p.m., Monday, in the VHS Cafeteria. If you're a parent of a junior, please make plans to attend the meeting.
A student in Mrs. Kimberly Adams' science class shows her excitement when her lab experiment is a success. The experiment involved a beaker filled with vinegar and a balloon filled with baking soda. When the student lifted the balloon and poured the baking soda into the vinegar, the chemical reaction caused the balloon to blow up
Our Lions took down the Gainesville Leopards last Friday in our 2024 Homecoming game. Check out https://youtu.be/nZT7xeroapA for some of the highlights.
Earlier this week Mrs. Audrey Hastings' Culinary Arts students participated in a "Silent Lab." In the lab, students had to follow a set of instructions silently. Using only non-verbal communication, students worked together building teamwork and trust, as well as participated in proper kitchen procedures. When the lab was completed, the students enjoyed their Rice Krispie Treats.
Twenty-three years ago today our world changed forever. We take a moment today to remember and honor those who lost their lives on 9/11. We will never forget. And -- no matter where the attack comes from -- united we stand!!
Our Lions tennis team picked up a 15-4 victory over Iowa Park in a district dual match played here Tuesday afternoon. Head Coach Carrie Castleberry said the team played well. They will return to the court next Tuesday when the Lions host Graham in another team tennis district dual match. Vernon is 1-0 in district.
Third grade students just finished a story entitled "Marisol McDonald Doesn't Match." It is a story about a girl who dresses mismatched and tells how that embodies her uniqueness and her marvelous self. It shows students it is OK to be different and to "just be you." Students in Mrs. Jansas's class found many connections to the story and wanted to dress mismatch to tell themselves that they are each unique in their own way.
Our 7th & 8th grade VMS Lions will take the field for their first game of the season Thursday when they host City View. VMS is holding a pep rally at 3:25 p.m. to pump up the teams and show that Lion Pride!! Dress up in your rodeo gear and support all of these future varsity Lions!!
We're a week away from our VMS Lion's Roar 1K/5K Color Run/Walk!! It's still not too late to register!! You don't want to miss all the fun!! Money from the fundraiser goes directly back to the students at VMS through rewards, field trips and other student incentives.
Vernon Elementary will be hosting a Blood Drive on Sept. 19. Our Blood Institute provides blood for all of our area hospitals including Wilbarger General. If VES meets their donation goal there will be a pizza party and every student who had someone donate in their name will receive a pizza. Mark your calendars and take a moment to give the gift that costs you nothing, but can save a life!!
