Here are some scenes from today's Lions Pride Pep Rally. The theme for today's pep rally was "Kick Those Hawks Back In Time." There was plenty of excitement in the air at the pep rally as the Lions prepare to face Iowa Park in a big District 4-3A, D1 game tonight.
Our Lions travel to Iowa Park tonight for a District 4-3A, D1 showdown with their long-time Rival the Hawks. Vernon is 3-1 in district play, while Iowa Park is 2-2. The Lions are on a 3-game winning streak, while the Hawks have won 2 straight. Tickets for tonight's game can be purchased at the gate or online at https://www.ticketleap.events/events/iphawks
Our Lady Lions will be squaring off against the Jacksboro Tigerettes today with the winner heading into the playoffs as the No. 4 seed from District 7-3A. The two teams finished the district season with identical records of 5-7, and they split their two games, which forced the play-in game. The game will begin at 4:30 p.m. Tickets can be purchased online here https://www.ticketleap.events/events/iphawks
It was Disney Day at VHS today as the theme for the day for Red Ribbon Week was "You're Too Royal To Do Drugs!" Our students love their Disney characters!!
VISD is going back in time tomorrow as it is "Decades Day!" The theme for the Lions Pride Pep Rally is "Kick The Hawks Back In Time!" We're expecting some interesting attire from the 50's, 70's, 80's and 90's!
This week Vernon ISD has an early release for students on Friday. We hope our students enjoy getting a jump on starting their weekend!!
Today Vernon Lion MVPs from both the Boyd game and the Bowie game received their game balls, which are provided by our local Texas Farm Bureau Insurance Agency. MVPs for the Bowie game were Co-Special Teams MVP Mu Soe & Tru Gipson, and Offensive MVP Ty Scott. The Lions honored the late Gayla DeHoyos by naming her the Defensive MVP and the Lions Leadership Council presented the game ball to Tony DeHoyos.
Receiving MVP balls for the Boyd game were Co-Defensive MVP Javi Lopez & Tyce Payne; Offensive MVP Carson Schoppa; and Special Team MVP Donnie Montano.
Today's Red Ribbon Week theme at VHS was "Your Future Is Bright, Don't Do Drugs" and to look into the future, students wore clothes relating to the career they hope to follow as adults.
Yesterday AG teacher Jakelyn Quisenberry took her VMS and VHS students on a field trip to watch the Southwest Cattledog Association Regional Trials that are being held at the Wilbarger County Covered Event Center. Local competitor Cody Bell spoke to some of the students about training and showing cattle dogs.
To celebrate the end of another six weeks, the VES, VMS, and VHS PTO groups delivered a sweet treat to every staff member on their campus, along with bottled water generously provided by Texas Credit. We appreciate our amazing parents for their ongoing support. Your efforts mean so much to our district and to each and every campus. THANK YOU!!!
Today's theme for Red Ribbon Awareness Week is "Don't Get Mixed Up In Drugs" and to go along with that theme, it is "Mix and Match Day" at VHS. Our students definitely enjoyed mixing and matching their outfits today!
Our Lady Lions hit the road today for their District 7-3A regular-season finale in Wichita Falls against the City View Lady Mustangs. A Vernon victory and a Jacksbor loss to Iowa Park will put the Lady Lions and Lady Tigers in a tie for the final playoff spot from District 7-3A. Go Lady Lions!!! We don't want the season to end!! Good luck!!!
Get YOUR 2024-25 Yearbook today!! The price for a yearbook goes up to $65 on FRIDAY! Yearbooks will be delivered in May of 2025. We will have a Yamparika Day this year for friends to sign each other's yearbooks!! Senior salutes and business advertisements are now being sold. To purchase a yearbook or a senior salute/business ad scan the QR code below or follow this link: https://yearbookforever.com/school-store/po4RnMb2qkVLC68F1jN6gQX3 ***If you purchased a 2023-24 yearbook and have not received it, please call the VHS school office.***
Prior to Friday's district volleyball game against Bowie, our 8 Lady Lion seniors and their parents were recognized as part of our Senior Ceremony. Our volleyball seniors are Katie Dodd, Mijah Johnson, Key'Maria McBride, Kaleigh White, Mari Johnson, Zayleigh Sweet, Daniella Eneanye, and Yuleyka Ramirez. Thank you for your dedication to our volleyball program.
Some of our VHS students dressed for the occasion today for the start of our Red Ribbon Awareness Week. Today's dress-up theme was "Smoke Meat, Not Drugs."
The Lions Roar Tailgate held Friday leading up to the Lions' game against Bowie was a fantastic success! From busy food trucks to kids enjoying all the games, it was an evening full of fun and community spirit. A huge thanks goes out to everyone who set up, participated, and came out to make this event amazing! When our school and community comes together, great things happen. Here's to positive collaboration for a thriving town and school system!!
The Lions improved their overall record to 6-2 and their district record to 3-1 Friday night with a 51-26 victory over Bowie. QB Ty Scott was named the Offensive MVP, throwing for 110 yards and 2 touchdowns, while rushing for another 166 yards and 2 scores. Safety Carter Kieschnick received the Ball Hawk Award with 2 pass breakups and 3.5 tackles. The Big Stick Award went to Izzy Espinoza for his big hit on a special teams tackle. Kicker Mu Sue went 7-for-7 on PATs and had a tackle to earn Special Team MVP honors. The entire Lions defensive squad received the Lion Heart Award, and the Defensive MVP honor went to the late Gayla DeHoyos, who was honored prior to the game.
"Pink Out" was the theme of Friday's Lions Pride pep rally. The VHS cheerleaders also finished off a cheer by making a breast cancer awareness ribbon with their pom-poms. The Lions went on to defeat Bowie in a district football game, while the Lady Lions knocked off the Lady Rabbits in a district volleyball game.
TODAY!!!!
Don’t forget to attend the 2nd Annual LIONS ROAR Tailgate!
Come get food before the game and tailgate with your friends!
📍 Location: Vernon Elementary School
⏰ Time: Starts at 4:30 PM.
🍔 Food Trucks:
•CMC Wiches on Wheels
•The Snack Spot
•Bradford’s Fish Haus
•La Guera Autentica
•Redbone Indian Tacos
🎯 Games & Activities:
•McCord PTO: Face Painting
•Vernon Elementary PTO: Lucky Lion & Lion Swag
•VMS & VHS PTO: Matching Ducks & Lion Swag
•National Junior Honor Society: Blinko
•Texas Credit: Cornhole
•Vernon College: Bucket Ball Toss
See you there!
No alcohol allowed.
Our Lions will be hosting the Bowie Jackrabbits tonight in district football action. It also Pink Out night at the stadium. Kickoff is set for 7 p.m.
