A huge THANK YOU to the VES PTO for going above and beyond to show our teachers and staff how much they are appreciated!! Today's teacher cart was such a treat -- featuring a mini pancake bar with all the toppings. Thanks to Alma Alvarado for the delicious pancakes and Julie Hernandez for creating a custom teacher cart that made it extra special. Our VES family is so grateful!!
Our Picture Day is next week!!! We hope all of our students and staff show up Wednesday with smiles on their faces!!
Here are photos of a few of our students who went all out for yesterday's dress up theme "Western Day."
Here are a couple of more cute kiddos in their western attire for yesterday's Western Day dress up theme.
Yesterday, students in Mrs. Lisa Hanson's Anatomy & Physics class worked on Heart Rate Investigations. The students did a variety of physical activities and then checked their heart rate with an oximeter. Some of the athletes in her class competed with each other to see whose heart rate was the highest.
Our Lady Lions travel to Jacksboro this afternoon for a District 7-3A battle with the Tigerettes. Vernon is 1-1 in district play. The varsity match will begin at 4 p.m., with the sub-varsity matches set for 5:30 p.m. start. GOOD LUCK LADY LIONS!!!!
It was Western Day for the VHS spirit pep rally as the Lions take on the Richland Raiders tonight. Here are a few sights and sounds from the pep rally. https://youtu.be/TzWZqABrgFc
A big THANK YOU to Fancher Electric for donating breakfast tacos and to Texas Credit Corporation for providing waters this morning to celebrate the first six weeks at VMS and VHS! Our teachers and staff were so appreciative of this special treat, and we are grateful to members of the VMS & VHS PTO who delivered! Your generosity helps make Vernon ISD a wonderful place to learn and work! 🐾❤️
Last night in Wichita Falls, our 7th grade football squad picked up a 32-26 victory, while our 8th grade team suffered a 36-8 loss.
Scoring TDs for the 7th grade squad were Kenneth Sweet with touchdown runs of 60, 13 and 42 yards, and Ja'Kaiden White with scampers of 5 yards and 25 yards. White also hit Kameron Fanner with a 40-yard pass to set up one of the touchdowns. Offensive MVPs were Sweet and White, while defensive MVPs were Tyler Holmes & Beckett Bayer.
In the 8th grade game, Vernon found the end zone in the 2nd quarter on a 90-yard interception return by Tatum Gipson. R.J. Villareal ran in the 2-point conversion. Braxten Booth was the Offensive MVP, while Gipson was the Defensive MVP.
Scoring TDs for the 7th grade squad were Kenneth Sweet with touchdown runs of 60, 13 and 42 yards, and Ja'Kaiden White with scampers of 5 yards and 25 yards. White also hit Kameron Fanner with a 40-yard pass to set up one of the touchdowns. Offensive MVPs were Sweet and White, while defensive MVPs were Tyler Holmes & Beckett Bayer.
In the 8th grade game, Vernon found the end zone in the 2nd quarter on a 90-yard interception return by Tatum Gipson. R.J. Villareal ran in the 2-point conversion. Braxten Booth was the Offensive MVP, while Gipson was the Defensive MVP.
Another reminder about the rules at Children's Health Stadium where the Lions will be playing tonight.
The Prosper ISD stadium has some strict policies. Only clear bags are allowed at the stadium. Visitor seating is on the east side of the stadium and tickets must be purchased for the east side. Crossing over between the east side and the west side is prohibited. Tickets may be purchased at the gate with cash or credit card, or online at https://events.hometownticketing.com/boxoffice/prosperisd/entity/schools/17
NO air horns, whistles or noisemakers are allowed
NO re-entry to the stadium without the purchase of a new ticket, this includes passes
NO outside food or drink is allowed
Children's Health Stadium -- 2000 Stadium Dr., Prosper
The Prosper ISD stadium has some strict policies. Only clear bags are allowed at the stadium. Visitor seating is on the east side of the stadium and tickets must be purchased for the east side. Crossing over between the east side and the west side is prohibited. Tickets may be purchased at the gate with cash or credit card, or online at https://events.hometownticketing.com/boxoffice/prosperisd/entity/schools/17
NO air horns, whistles or noisemakers are allowed
NO re-entry to the stadium without the purchase of a new ticket, this includes passes
NO outside food or drink is allowed
Children's Health Stadium -- 2000 Stadium Dr., Prosper
It's Thursday Night Football -- Lions' style!! We're traveling to Prosper tonight for a non-district game against the Richland Raiders. The game is set for a 7 p.m. kickoff and will be played at Children's Health Stadium. Vernon is 3-0 heading into tonight's contest, while the Raiders are 0-3. Today's spirit pep rally will be held at 11:50 a.m., in Fulton Gym.
Also, please remember today VISD is on its early release schedule.
Also, please remember today VISD is on its early release schedule.
Our 2nd graders have been studying the Ancient Greek Civilization and today they participated in an Ancient Greek Olympic games to tie into their studies. The games included the javelin throw, the discus throw, and a "mini" marathon. Measuring the 26 meters for the " mini" marathon also ties into their math unit on measurements
Tomorrow is an Early Release Day for Vernon ISD. Please remember that Friday will now be a regular school day.
Our VES Big Kahuna fundraiser starts tomorrow!! The money from this fundraiser is used for our student incentive programs and field trips.
Our Pre-K Students of the Week for last week are -- Jhett Duggan, Amora Davis, Roy Medina, and (not pictured) Zoey Torres. Great job!! Congratulations!!
Earning 1st Grade Student of the Week honors for last week are -- Blake Tibbs, Angelina Blut, Lamarqus Polk, Nanicha Nubumrung, Grayson Plaster, Kingston Harter, and Aitana Caballero. Way to go!! Keep up the good work!!
Our Kindergarten Students of the Week for last week are -- John Chavira, Tito Ramirez, Kynslee Pryor, Thaddeus Martinez, Bowen Bell, Ezekiel Nino, and (not pictured) Tobias Valverde & Elektra Bodine. Congratulations!! Great job!!
Fifth grade students who are running for Student Council offices gave their speeches yesterday in front of all VES students. The students will vote for officers later this week. Three of the four council offices are contested, with the lone uncontested race being that for president, as Kaizlynn White was the only student to run for that position. Other offices and candidates include: Treasure -- Rance Fisher, Kampbell Hamm & Chloe Torres; Secretary -- Sophie Adams, Alyxiia More & Camila Parmer; Vice President -- Lucy Hamer, Riley Leija & Paisley Marsh.
The Lions travel to Prosper Thursday to take on the Richland Raiders in their final non-district game of the season. The Prosper ISD stadium, Children's Health Stadium, has some strict policies. Only clear bags are allowed at the stadium. Visitor seating is on the east side of the stadium and tickets must be purchased for the east side. Crossing over between the east side and the west side is prohibited. Tickets may be purchased at the gate with cash or credit card, or online at https://events.hometownticketing.com/boxoffice/prosperisd/entity/schools/17
NO air horns, whistles or noisemakers are allowed
NO re-entry to the stadium without the purchase of a new ticket, this includes passes
NO outside food or drink is allowed
Children's Health Stadium -- 2000 Stadium Dr., Prosper
NO air horns, whistles or noisemakers are allowed
NO re-entry to the stadium without the purchase of a new ticket, this includes passes
NO outside food or drink is allowed
Children's Health Stadium -- 2000 Stadium Dr., Prosper
The Lions remained undefeated last Friday with a 27-12 victory over the City View Mustangs. Players of the Game were: Malakhi Propes-Scott, Defensive MVP; Tyce Payne, Offensive MVP & Big Stick Award; Ethan Robledo, Ball Hawk; Ty Scott, Most Explosive; Bowie Eakin, Lion Heart; Gavin Ranjel, Special Teams MVP; Donivan Montano, Gunner of the Week; Jamari Chance, Zander Leija, Ethan Robledo, Evan Wilkinson and Kaysono Sanders, Outstanding Blockers.
