Last week the TEA STEM Lab visited Vernon Elementary and all students were able to spend time in the STEM Lab. Each grade was presented a story with a problem to solve. The students in the class were divided into groups and then had to work together to solve the problem. Third graders heard a story of a town who's packages had to get over a gorge to be delivered. Their job was to build a catapult that would be able to send the packages (small marshmallows) over the gorge.
On Tuesday, our VHS life skills calls took a field trip to Wichita Falls. They ate lunch at Chick-fil-A and visited the pumpkin patch at Smith's Gardentown. At the pumpkin patch the students fed the ducks, painted pumpkins, walked through a maze, and played in a bounce house. Even the teachers had a little fun in the bounce house.
We're just 12 weeks into the school year, but our yearbook staff has already been working hard and capturing all the memories that are being made!! Yearbook sales are underway so be sure and secure your 2026-27 Vernon High School Yearbook today!!
SENIORS -- senior ad sales is also underway. Scan the QR code below for more information about the senior ads.
SENIORS -- senior ad sales is also underway. Scan the QR code below for more information about the senior ads.
We're celebrating National Red Ribbon Week and the theme is "Make a Difference. Be A Hero. Stay Drug Free." Tuesday was Hat Day and the theme was "Put a Cap on Bad Choices." Our kiddos showed up in all kinds of caps and hats.
Last week VHS senior Claire Mayo competed in a fall golf tournament, the Abilene High Tournament played at the Shady Oaks Golf Course and claimed the girls championship. Claire shot an 81 to finish first in the Girls Division.
D.O. Fulton Gym will be the site of a Class 4A, Div. 1 Bi-District Volleyball Match Thursday, as the Graham Lady Blues will take on the Plainview Lady Bulldogs. Plainview goes into the Division 1 playoffs as the No. 1 seed from District 5-4A, while Graham goes in as the No. 2 seed from District 6-4A. The match will begin at 6 p.m. Tickets must be purchased online at https://www.vernonisd.org/page/ticket-purchases
VES T.I.E. Club members, please check out this announcement from Mr. Burr and Mr. Brodnex concerning your attire for tomorrow.
Vernon ISD currently has an opening for a school bus route driver. This would make a great part-time job. Go to https://www.vernonisd.org/o/vernon-isd/page/employment Scroll down and click on the Employment Opportunities link.
Friday night during a ceremony at halftime of the Lions' football game our 2026 UIL Film Sweepstakes State Champions received their state rings. Members of the state champion film team included: Garrett Munson, 3 time state finalist and 2 time silver medalist, including 2026, in the Traditional Animation Category; and the gold medalist Narrative Category film crew -- Kenneth Cordero, camera and sound technician; Jacob Brown, camera technician and actor; Malakhi Propes-Scott (represented by his mother, Tara Ramirez), cinematographer, editor and actor; and Donivan Montano, screenwriter, director and actor. Our film production coach is Dustin Swatzell. A big congratulations to all as they claimed the first event state championship and first film sweepstakes state title in VHS history.
Claiming our VES Student of the Week honors for last week (Oct. 19-23) were: 2nd Grade -- Sebastian Gonzalez; 3rd Grade -- Breasia Johnson; 4th Grade -- Sherinna Say; and 5th Grade -- Jonah Hastings. Outstanding work!! Congrats!! Keep it up!!
Tapped as our Kindergarten Students of the Week for the week of Oct. 19-23 were: Kaycyn Andrew, Zoraida Medina, Ava Torres, Jolee Jump, Kamdyn Hartwell, and Sebastian Hernandez. Congratulations!! Keep up the good work!! Student of the Week sponsored by Nextera.
Our McCord Pre-Kindergarten Students of the Week for last week (Oct. 19-23) were: Patricia Ler, Lucas Amador, Ryker Wesley, and Ayanna Varela. Not pictured is Raidyn Williams. Outstanding job!! Way to go!!
Receiving our 1st Grade Student of the Week honors for the week of Oct. 19-23 were: Maverick McGowen, Thaddeus Martinez, Tracydora Thaw, Thaliah Medina, Tito Ramirez, Elektra Bodine, and Ezekiel Nino. Great job!! Congratulations!!
Reminder!! Tomorrow, Wednesday, is the last day for the VES Student Council to sell Spooky Grams!! The Spooky Grams will be delivered on Thursday.
This is National Red Ribbon Week and Monday's theme was "Red-y to make good choices!" We were seeing red everywhere at McCord, as our students were decked out in their favorite shade of red.
Seniors and their parents listen to Jeannie Ballard, from Vernon College, as she explains the importance of applying for the FAFSA during a meeting last night in the VHS Cafeteria. A second meeting will be held this evening. All seniors and their parents, even those who attended last night, are encouraged to be at today's meeting, which will begin at 5:30 p.m., and will also be held in the VHS Cafeteria.
Have you ever wanted to be a superhero? Well then, here's your chance!! The VES Blood Drive will be held Tuesday, Nov. 3, from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. , as the Our Blood Institute Bloodmobile will be in our parking lot. Our Blood Institute supplies blood to all of our area hospitals including Wilbarger General. Your blood donation could be the one that saves the life of your neighbor, your friend, and even a family member!! Please take a moment to give the gift that costs you nothing, but could save a life!!
Our juniors and seniors were able to visit with representatives from several colleges and universities this morning at our annual College Day Fair. The students were able to pick up information about the different colleges and ask questions as they stopped by each table. One of the college tables was manned by VHS alum, Sarah Castleberry (Class of 2020). Sarah is currently working as a recruiter for Dallas Baptist University while she goes through DBU's doctoral program.
Earning our VMS Student of the Week honors for the week of Oct. 19-23 were: 6th Grade -- Lillian Lowry & Wyatt Boatman; 7th Grade -- Susanna Say & Jadon Pearl; and 8th Grade -- Braelyn Derwin & Angel Taw. Great job everyone!! Keep up the good work!! This week's Student of the Week honors sponsored by Nextera.
A parent meeting for those who have daughters planning to play middle school and/or high school Lady Lions basketball this year has been scheduled for 6 p.m., Wednesday, at D.O. Fulton Gym. Lady Lions Head Coach Carlynn Murguia and her staff will be on hand to go over important program information and answer any questions you may have.
