VHS strives to open as many doors for our students as possible. With that in mind, a new curriculum, College Bridge, has been incorporated into the English and math classes. Please read the letter below to find out more about this program and how it can help students become exempt from some college courses, which in turn can save them money.
Our Lions claimed the Boys Division title at the Vernon Invitational Powerlifting Meet held today at the VMS Gym. Julian Sauceda, Zac Centeno and Manuel Ochoa won their weight classes, while Christian Sauceda, Christian Perez and Nick Guzman claimed second place. Finishing third in their weight class were Tayten Jasinski, Carson Shoppa, Ismael Urista and Brayden Booth. Christian Gallegos, Javier Lopez and Linden Farrell were fourth in their weight class, and Carter Kieschnick and Ethan Evans finished fifth.
Our Vernon Lady Lions claimed the Girls Division championship at the Vernon Lions Invitational Powerlifting Meet held today at the VMS Gym. Zayley Horn was named the Outstanding Girl Powerlifter and also won the 105-pound Class. Also winning their weight class were: Zayleigh Sweet, Courtney Saylor, Daniella Eneanya, Emily Martinez, Olivia Carr, Erianna Chavez, and Kamryn Hall.
Juanita Salazar was second in her weight class, while Alaiyah Morales, Jeana Martinez, Marli Limon, Madyson Raines Zamora, and Adamaris Robles took third place. Klancy Sherrill, Alyssa Andara, and Delila-Jo Rodriguez finished fourth in their weight classes, and Caylee Araiza finished fifth.
A quick reminder that the deadline to register for the Boys & Girls Club Softball League is Wednesday.
Our Lions were all smiles after crushing the Bearcats, 77-37, in a District 7-3A game played in Henrietta. The victory gives the Lions a 3-game winning streak. Vernon also now has a half-game lead over City View for second place in the district standings. The Lions and Mustangs tangle this coming Tuesday night in Wichita Falls.
Our Lady Lions trailed at halftime tonight, but then blew the doors open in the second half as they dropped the Henrietta Lady Bearcats, 71-36, in their District 7-3A game. The Lady Lions extended their winning streak to 5 games with the victory, and maintained sole possession of third place in the district standings with two games left in the regular season.
Mark your calendar!!! Come on out to Vernon High School Monday evening for a fun BINGO night!!
Honored as McCord Teacher, Staff and Specials of the month for December were Crystal Schmoker, Lisa Laxson and Rose Rivera. Congratulations ladies!! Thank you for all you do for our students and your co-workers.
Selected as this week's Students of the Week were: Pre-Kindergarten -- Samuel Bennett, Alaizay Cherry, Jesus Andres Lora, Cruzz Gonzalez, and Treyvier Leija (not pictured); Kindergarten -- Aislynn Alvarado, Braylee Perez, Mackenzie Lorenzo, Kyson Balderas, Lilli Damas, Brynleigh Cabrera, Adrian Huchton and Benjamin Brocklehurst; and 1st Grade -- Tessa Perez, Jonathan Gilley, Bryan Taylor, Emilson Murillo, Allyson Torres, Harris Lee and Averi Wiest. Great job students!!! Congratulations!!
VHS will be hosting a Powerlifting Meet on Saturday, It is a coed meet and over 40 VHS athletes will be competing against teams from across the area and from the panhandle. Action will begin at 9 a.m., at the VMS Gym.
Three Vernon Lions were selected to the Texas High School Coaches Association Academic All-State Football team for the 2023 season. Jevon Fanner, Freddy Rivera and T.J. Thomas all made the 2nd Team Academic All-State squad. Congratulations guys!!! Job well done!! We're proud of you!
Our Lions will head down U.S. Hwy 287 to Henrietta tonight as they tangle with the Bearcats in a District 7-3A showdown. The Lions will take the court at Bearcat Gym at approximately 7:30 p.m. Lions will be looking to keep their 2-game winning streak alive.
Our Lady Lions remain on the road tonight, as they travel to Henrietta to take on the Lady Bearcats in a District 7-3A contest. Varsity action will tip off at approximately 6 p.m., at Bearcat Gym. The Lady Lions will be looking to extend their winning streak to 5 games.
Vernon ISD is happy to announce a partnership with Child Care Partners to provide child care services for community families with children from 6 weeks to 4 years old. This facility will be located in a portion of the Central Elementary School building. The facility hopes to be open by late spring. For more information, including a link to join the waitlist find this story on our Vernon ISD website at https://5il.co/2dgkw
With area school districts closing due to low attendance, we want our parents and community to know that while Vernon ISD has seen an uptick in absences due to the illnesses that are circulating, our attendance rate has not dropped to the level of closing school.
With the flu and other illnesses hitting the area pretty hard over the last week or two, here are some quick reminders for our VISD parents when they have a sick child.
A group of VHS seniors look over a few graduation items being pointed out by a representative from Balfour this afternoon in the high school Media Center. Members of the Class of 2024 ordered their graduation caps and gowns from the company today. The caps and gowns should be delivered sometime in March.
VHS juniors -- mark your calendar for the ACT Boot Camp! This test prep session can help you raise your ACT score by as much as 30%, and that score determines college admission and scholarship eligibility. Take advantage of this opportunity!! Cost of the boot camp is being paid by Vernon ISD.
It may be late January, but May will be here before you know it -- especially for parents of VHS seniors!! Graduation is just 4 short months away!
Our first Dudes on Duty volunteer for 2024, Darren Streit, is already making a difference at Vernon Elementary as he greets students with a smile and a high five as they enter the school this morning. You can join Dudes on Duty too!
Ensure you're an approved volunteer by completing the application https://bit.ly/VISDVolunteerApplication. Use the Dudes on Duty sign-up to discover opportunities found here: https://bit.ly/DUDESONDUTY (https://bit.ly/DUDESONDUTY.
Vernon Elementary School and PTO welcome male volunteers. For details, call 940-553-1900 extension. 2229. Let's make a positive impact together!
