We hope everyone has had a great 2 days of school. As we get back into the swing of things, please notice the two quick reminders below. Our start time is 7:45 a.m., so students arriving after 7:50 a.m. will be marked as tardy. If your child takes advantage of the free breakfast the district offers all students, please have them here a little earlier than our start time.
ALSO, our Pre-K students do not eat breakfast right when they arrive. Instead, our Pre-K classes enjoy breakfast together a bit later. This helps create a calm, relaxed atmosphere where we can give them extra help and attention.
Thank you for your help in keeping us on track and getting our days started off in the right direction.
8 days ago, Vernon ISD
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Vernon ISD is kicking off year two of our Dudes on Duty volunteer program — and we need your help to spread the word!

We’re looking for dads, husbands, grandfathers, uncles, church friends, and other positive male role models to spend time with our students during morning drop-off and lunch/recess. Just showing up, engaging with students, and offering a friendly presence can make a huge difference in creating a safe and welcoming environment.

All campuses are participating — and whether or not they have kids in our district, all men are welcome — however, they must be an APPROVED VOLUNTEER!

📝 VISD Volunteer application found here: https://bit.ly/VISDVolunteerApplication

✅ If you know of an already approved volunteer, here are the links for each campus with available dates and areas to serve:

https://bit.ly/2025McCordDudesonDuty 
https://bit.ly/VESDudesOnDuty
https://bit.ly/VMSDudesOnDuty
https://bit.ly/VHSDudesOnDuty

Let’s work together to connect the men in our lives with the kids who need them most! ❤️🦁

8 days ago, Vernon ISD
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Tune in to KAUZ Channel 6 news today at both 5 p.m. and 6 p.m., as our VHS cheerleaders will be on the air live!!
9 days ago, Vernon ISD
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The Class of 2026 had a great turnout for their "last, first day of high school" sunrise event this morning at Leo Brittain Field at Lion Stadium.
9 days ago, Vernon ISD
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We kicked off the 2025-26 school year this morning, but last night we had students and parents on our VHS campus picking up class schedules, meeting teachers and getting ready for the school year.
9 days ago, Vernon ISD
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We had a packed house at VMS last night as students picked up their class schedules, and both parents and students found their classrooms and met their teachers for the 2025-26 school year.
9 days ago, Vernon ISD
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Today may be the first day of school, but Tuesday night VES was full of both students and parents, as we held our Meet The Teacher event.
9 days ago, Vernon ISD
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Today is the first day of school and last night McCord Elementary students and parents filled the halls for Meet The Teacher.
9 days ago, Vernon ISD
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Here is the August activities calendar for VMS.
10 days ago, Vernon ISD
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VISD Supt. Dr. Kermit Ward started the first day of school at Vernon Middle School greeting students as they stepped off the bus. Dr. Ward planned on stopping by each campus today as VISD begins its 2025-26 school year.
10 days ago, Vernon ISD
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We have some wonderful PTOs at our campuses. Children do better in school when they see their parents involved and interested in what they are doing.

Want to stay in the loop on all PTO activities this years VMS & VHS? Fundraisers, events, volunteer opportunities, and more — we’ll keep you informed!

👉 Join this GroupMe and watch for posts on the VMS & VHS PTO Facebook page for all the latest updates and ways to get involved.

Let’s make this school year the best one yet! 🦁

https://groupme.com/join_group/109055147/EvAcC4wq
10 days ago, Vernon ISD
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We can't wait until the first day of school!!
10 days ago, Vernon ISD
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VHS sophomores, juniors and seniors, if you have your ID badge from last year, please make sure you wear it tomorrow when we begin the 2025-26 school year. After we see who still has their badge, we will make a list of those students who need a new badge. Freshmen, we will issue ID badges later. We're looking forward to seeing EVERYONE -- whether you have a badge or not -- tomorrow!!
10 days ago, Vernon ISD
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Monday afternoon several former teachers and other residents stopped by Vernon Elementary to pray in small groups with our staff as we prepare for our first day of school on Wednesday. We appreciate the support and know it is going to be a great year!

10 days ago, Vernon ISD
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Our Vernon Elementary team is geared up and ready to get the 2025-26 school year started and make it one of the best ones ever!!
https://youtu.be/Rf-2Jq52EE4
10 days ago, Vernon ISD
We can't wait for our students to join us on campuses across the district tomorrow!!
Here is the cafeteria menu for August. Please remember that ALL Vernon ISD students receive a free breakfast and lunch, as the district is part of the Community Eligibility Program.
10 days ago, Vernon ISD
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Seniors start your "last first day of school" off with a little fun!!! Join your classmates at Leo Brittain Field at Lion Stadium at 6:30 a.m. tomorrow for a group photo!!
10 days ago, Vernon ISD
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Our Lady Lions open their 2025 volleyball season tonight at home against Benjamin. It is a varsity only match and will begin at 5 p.m. To purchase our tickets go to www.vernonisd.org/page/ticket-purchases
10 days ago, Vernon ISD
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Our McCord Elementary teachers and staff are ready to welcome our students for the 2025-26 school year. https://youtu.be/kpGYbQQBwC0
10 days ago, Vernon ISD
Here's a brief message from VISD Supt. Dr. Kermit Ward, as the district's first day of school for the 2025-26 school year is just 2 days away.
11 days ago, Vernon ISD
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