Vernon ISD

IT'S HERE! VMS PARENT ORIENTATION!!
Our Parent Orientation is set for tomorrow!
There will be 2 sessions to accommodate all parents: 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. OR 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Your knowledge of our attendance and discipline policies; communication apps; student reward trips; and additional information will help your child have their best year yet!!
Make plans to attend!

Just 3 days away!!
We will officially welcome all of our incoming 6th grade students on TUESDAY!!!
We're 3 days away from seeing all the new faces that will be gracing the VMS hallways in 2025-26!
It's going to be a great year and we can't wait to meet the Class of 2032!!

Freshman Orientation for members of our incoming 9th grade class will be held at 1 p.m., Tuesday, Aug. 12, in the VHS Cafeteria. During orientation we will review our VHS Rules and our Student Code of Conduct. Students will also learn about the various organizations they have the opportunity to join. Schedules will also be handed out and students will be able to walk around and find their classes. Parents are also welcome to attend the orientation.

If your child is going to attend Vernon ISD and you have concerns about their learning, speech or behavior development now is the time to let the district know. If you have questions or concerns, please contact Debbie Pearce at 940-553-1900, ext. 2222, or email debbie.pearce@visdtx.org.

We're a week away from the start of the 2025 Lady Lions volleyball season, with two-a-days getting underway Friday, Aug. 1. We're also a week away from a parent meeting for all volleyball players -- high school and middle school. The meeting will be held at 5:30 p.m., Thursday, July 31, at D.O. Fulton Gym. Lady Lions Head Coach Amber Hall will go over important information and answer questions.

Due to Senate Bill 401, school districts across the state have been forced to make a decision on whether or not to allow homeschool students who live in their district to participate in UIL events. On Monday night, Vernon ISD trustees voted 4-3 to allow homeschool students to participate in UIL activities.

The Vernon Lion Football Camp wrapped up this morning. Earning Camper of the Day honors were Samuel Reeder, Kale Martinez, Karter Gee, Tyler Holmes, Isaiah Boyd, William McArthur, and Tyler Bohannon.

Day 2 of the Vernon Lions Football Camp was another fun one today. Receiving Campers of the Day honors were Wyatt Boatman, Elijah Lewis, Jace Hennessee, Luke Parmer, Jadarious Scales and Xaven Leija. The camp wraps up tomorrow morning.

Thinking about joining our Vernon ISD family? Here are a few reasons to come be a part of our Pride of Lions!

Six young men were named "Campers of the Day" for Day 1 of the Vernon Lion Football Camp. Receiving the honor were Lux Limon, Asher Moore, Brazos Eakin, Luke Luster, RJ Villarreal, and Damien Green. The camp continues Tuesday and Wednesday morning at Leo Brittain Field at Lion Stadium.

While we encourage parents to enroll/register their child online, we will have an in-person enrollment/registration day on Wednesday, July 30, in the cafeteria at Vernon Elementary School. The in-person enrollment/registration will begin at 7:30 a.m. and continue until 12:30 p.m. It will resume at 1:30 p.m. and continue until 7 p.m.
Parents enrolling new students to the Vernon Independent School District must bring the student's: birth certificate; shot record; proof of residency; proof of ID and/or social security card.

Don't forget!! The Boys & Girls Club of Vernon's Back To School Bash is happening Tuesday, Aug. 5!!! School supplies will be handed out and there will also be food vendors, fun games, entertainment and more!! Mark your calendar!!

The Vernon Lions Football Camp kicked off today and will conclude on Wednesday. If you have a youngster from kindergarten thru 9th grade who didn't make it out today, it's not too late!!! Bring them on out to Leo Brittain Field at Lion Stadium tomorrow. The camp starts at 8:30 a.m. and is over at 11 a.m.

We are just 3 weeks away from the start of the 2025-26 school year. In cse parents want to get a jump start on their shopping, here are the school supply lists for McCord Elementary, Vernon Elementary, Middle School, and High School. We are looking forward to a great new school year.

ATTENTION VHS CLASS OF 2025!
If you have not picked up your diploma, we strongly encourage you to stop by the VHS Office and pick it up. If you are unable to come by, a family member can pick it up for you. The office is open 8 a.m. to noon and 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., Monday thru Thursday.

Last week our VMS Cheerleaders attended a UCA Cheer Camp at Midwestern State University and earned several daily and overall awards. Mascot Lezah Lee received the "Mascot Spirit Stick" all 3 days of the camp, and picked up the Mascot "Tradition" Plaque. She also earned a Red "Excellent" Ribbon and a Blue "Superior" Ribbon for the Mascot Field Walk.
The cheerleaders claimed Gold "Superior" Ribbons and first place trophies for Camp Routine and for Overall Spirit, along with earning the Cheer Spirit Stick all three days of the camp. They also received Blue "Superior" Ribbons for Sideline and Cheer and for Camp Routine. All-American Cheerleader Recipients were Kynsleigh Hamm, Payzlee Brannon, and Brynlee Disbrow, while Pin-It-Forward Recipients were Praylee Patterson and Lezah Hall.
VMS cheerleaders for the 2025-26 school year are Ashlynn Torres, Blair Jasso, Bryn Gardner, Brynlee Disbrow, Isabella Brahier, Kynsleigh Hamm, Maribel Lagunas, Paw Say, Payzlee Brannon, Praylee Patterson, Sophia Trejo, Trinity Villarreal, and mascot Lezah Lee.
Sponsor and coach is Robyn Hamm. She said the girls also received another special recognition, as cafeteria staff at MSU told her the VMS squad was the most respectful squad in attendance!!
Congratulations for receiving all the accolades. We do -- indeed -- have some great kids!

We kick off the VHS Youth Football Camp bright and early Monday morning!!
The camp is scheduled for July 21-23 at Leo Brittain Field at Lion Stadium. All area youngsters in kindergarten thru 9th grade are invited to attend. Registration fee is $30. To register, please follow this link: https://forms.gle/BQN7VfaiKDcyHJwp9

UPDATE!!!
Vernon ISD online registration/enrollment has resumed!
PARENTS -- If you already completed the online registration/enrollment process -- PLEASE go back to the site and choose the yes/no box. We apologize for any inconvenience.
We're looking forward to a great 2025-26!!

It's getting closer!!!
We will officially welcome all of our incoming 6th grade students in just 11 days!!
Mark you calendar for 6th Grade Orientation -- July 29th!
We can't wait to have them join us for the upcoming 2025-26 school year!