Today, Brett White's Government classes went on a field trip and learned about the penal system. The students started at the auditorium where they heard from the Wilbarger County Jail administrator, Sheriff Brian Fritz, and they heard about a day in the life of an inmate from a jail prisoner. They also learned about equipment the sheriff department uses. The students moved on from the auditorium to the county jail, where they received a tour of the facility.
Mr. White wanted to thank Sheriff Brian Fritz, Renee Weaver, the Wilbarger County Jail and the Vernon Police Department for speaking to the Government classes about the penal system, and life as an inmate, as well as giving the students a "hands on" experience. It was truly an experience.
Dudes on Duty volunteer opportunities are now available at McCord Elementary!
Morning Drop-Off: 7:15-7:55
Lunch/Recess:
PK 10:40-11:15
Kinder A 11:15-11:50
Kinder B 11:40-12:15
1st A 12:05-12:40
1st B 12:30-1:05
Make sure you are an approved volunteer. Then, access the Dudes on Duty sign up. Links for the volunteer application and sign-up are found below.
https://bit.ly/VISDVolunteerAppplication
https://bit.ly/DUDESONDUTY
In just four short months the 2023-24 school year will be over and pre-k youngsters in our community will be heading off to kindergarten. There are certain skills youngsters should know as they move into kindergarten. Along with teachers going over these skills in pre-k, our hope is that parents will work on these skills with their children at home. The goal of sharing this information is to help better prepare our future Lions for kindergarten!
Our VHS BINGO Night was a huge success! The house was packed, and fun was had by all who came. A massive THANK YOU to our amazing community for joining us for a night filled with laughter, excitement and some serious BINGO action. A special shoutout to our wonderful donors for their prize contributions that made our event possible: -- Pam Goslin for the fantastic sheets; -- VMS & VHS PTO for the Taco Casa gift cards; -- Hillcrest Pharmacy for treating us with four treat bags and a book; -- Claudette Owen for providing two Vernon Plaza Theatre gift cards; -- Lindsey Smith for the awesome Two Wild Berries gift cards; and -- Lindsey Conley for the beautiful door hanger.
Your donations truly made a difference and added to the fun of the evening. We are immensely grateful for your support and look forward to more incredible events together! #CommunitySupport #BingoNightSuccess #ThankYou Donors
Tonight our Lions travel to Wichita Falls for their final District 7-3A road game, as they will battle the City View Mustangs. Vernon and City View is currently tied for second in the district standings. Sub-varsity games will begin at 4:30 p.m., with the varsity game set to tip off at approximately 7:30 p.m. To purchase tickets, follow this link https://www.cityview-isd.net/page/athletic-tickets
Our Lady Lions wrap up their 6-game road trip tonight in Wichita Falls as they square off against District 7-3A-leading City View. The Lady Lions will also be looking to extend their winning streak to 6 games. Sub-varsity games begin at 4:30 p.m., with the varsity game set to start at 6 p.m. To purchase tickets go to https://www.cityview-isd.net/page/athletic-tickets
Tonight's the night!!! Community-wide BINGO at Vernon High School. Come on out and enjoy the fun!!
Join Sam Sanches and the Dudes on Duty team in making a real impact at Vernon Elementary School AND McCord Elementary!
🚌 Before School:
Brighten students' mornings! Volunteer as a car or bus drop-off greeter from 7:10 a.m. to 7:50 a.m.
🍎 Midday:
Make lunchtime and playground moments even better by lending a hand from 10:50 a.m. to 12 noon.
No experience necessary, just bring your enthusiasm and a big smile! Let's create a welcoming environment together.
You must be an approved volunteer! Access the volunteer application here: https://bit.ly/VISDVolunteerApplication
Sign up now using the link: https://bit.ly/DUDESONDUTY and be a part of something special!
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.
