Our Lions close out the season at home tonight as they host the City View Mustangs in at District 7-3A contest. The freshman boys get the action started at 4:30 p.m., followed by the JV game and then the Lions' game against the Mustangs. The varsity game should start at approximately 7 p.m. All games will be played at D.O. Fulton Gym.
Congratulations to 11 Roarin' Lion Band members who qualified for state at the Region 7 UIL Solo & Ensemble Contest that was held Saturday in Wichita Falls. All high school band members who received a "Superior" rating on a Class One solo or ensemble, along with junior high school band members who were part of an ensemble and received a "Superior" rating on a Class One arrangement, earned a trip to the UIL State Solo & Ensemble Contest that will be held in May. To read the story about the contest, please click on the following link: https://www.vernonisd.org/article/2021096
We're already preparing for the 2024-25 school year and that means it's time to sign up for tryouts to be a VHS cheerleader! Students wishing to tryout MUST sign up this week. VHS students may sign up in Mrs. Ramirez's office, while 8th grade students may sign up in Mrs. Perez's office. Parent meetings will be held on Feb. 19 and Feb. 26. Meetings will be held at 6 p.m., both days, in the VHS Cafeteria. A parent must attend one of the meetings.
CONGRATULATIONS!!!
Vernon Lion Izzy Espinoza captured the bronze medal in the 120-pound class at the Class 5A Region 1 Wrestling Tournament this past weekend in Lubbock, and along with the bronze medal the senior also earned a trip to the State Wrestling Tournament! The State Wrestling Tournament will be held this Thursday and Friday in Houston.
Our Lady Lions will be traveling to Graham today for their Class 3A, D1 bi-district battle with the Early Lady Longhorns. Tipoff is set for 6 p.m. Tickets must be purchased online at: https://www.grahamisd.com/tickets
Vernon will be the visiting team, with fans sitting on the left of the court.
GO LADY LIONS!! GOOD LUCK!! BRING HOME THAT GOLD BALL!!
Our Lady Lions wrapped up the regular season Tuesday evening with a 51-42 victory over the Lady Hawks in Iowa Park. Check out highlights of the game here: https://youtube.com/shorts/U1USimgBb7o?feature=share
Vernon finished in second place in District 7-3A and will head into the Class 3A, Division 1 playoffs. The Lady Lions will face the Early Lady Longhorns in a bi-district game Monday evening in Graham. Tip off is set for 6 p.m. Tickets must be purchased online at https://www.grahamisd.com/tickets
Coach Stinson's World Geography classes are currently studying the Middle East. Earlier this week, the students were divided into groups with each group representing a Middle Eastern country at the United Nations. The project involved getting the countries to agree to a mock peace treaty. Let's just say some classes took this project to heart, as there were moments of loud communication between some of the countries. Much like what happens at the real United Nations.
February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month and next week is "Respect Week!" Take a look at VISD Social Worker Nicole Cameron's newsletter for more information.
Today our Lions hit the road for the final time this season as they travel to Jacksboro for a district clash with the Tigers. The freshman boys will get the action started at 4:30 p.m., with the junior varsity and Lions to follow. All games will be played in the high school gym. The Lions should take the court at approximately 7 p.m. Good luck Lions!!
This week -- Feb. 3-Feb. 7 -- is National School Counseling Week. Vernon ISD is extremely lucky to have exceptional school counselors at all of our campuses. We want to take a moment to thank all of them and recognize the wonderful work they do with our students and teachers.
Two VHS wrestlers -- Izzy Espinoza & Kellan Byars -- qualified for the Class 5A Region 1 Wrestling Tournament being held this weekend in Lubbock, while two more -- Merrick Byars & Emily Rodriguez -- are alternates in their weight class. Unfortunately, Kellan will not be able to compete, as she suffered a broken ankle in a wrestling match last weekend at the district tournament.
Here are more pictures from the "Job Shadow Day" seniors in our CTE program took part in yesterday. Vernon High School and Vernon ISD would like to thank all of our local businesses and organizations for partnering with us in important, fun, and educational exercise for our seniors.
Wednesday seniors in our CTE program had a "Job Shadow Day" as they spent the morning at local businesses following a professional in a career they are interested in pursuing. Check out the story here: https://www.vernonisd.org/article/2014601
Vernon High School and Vernon ISD would like to thank all of our local businesses and organizations for partnering with us in important, fun, and educational exercise for our seniors.
BLOOD DRIVE TODAY!!
We're sharing the news because Our Blood Institute's blood supply is dangerously low. The City of Vernon Blood Drive is underway and will continue until 2:30 p.m. The bloodmobile is parked at the corner of Wilbarger and Cumberland. Our Blood Institute supplies all of the hospitals in the surrounding area, including Wilbarger General. A unit of donated blood can save 3 lives. Stop by tomorrow and give a gift that costs nothing, but can save a life!
Last week our CX Debate team competed in the district meet in Holliday and claimed second place. Members of the team were Carter Kieschnick, Adrian King, Ethan Evans and Carson Lopez. Two students, Edgar Morales and Hser Moo attended the meet as spectators to help them prepare for the competition next year.
Students -- Please remember to keep your Chromebook charged.
We're sharing the news because Our Blood Institute's blood supply is dangerously low. The City of Vernon Blood Drive will be held tomorrow from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. The bloodmobile will be parked at the corner of Wilbarger and Cumberland. Our Blood Institute supplies all of the hospitals in the surrounding area, including Wilbarger General. A unit of donated blood can save 3 lives. Stop by tomorrow and give a gift that costs nothing, but can save a life!!
Vernon ISD's District Site-Based Committee will meet at 11:30 a.m., Friday, Feb. 12, at the Vernon Administration Building to review the Texas Academic Report. The committee will update its comprehensive needs assessment and its district improvement plan. The public is invited to attend.
In recognition of this being National School Counseling Week, VHS Principal Dr. Jackson presented flowers today to our counselors -- Sandra Kieschnick, Carol Taylor and RaeAnn Stevens -- and thanked them for the great job they do working with our students and our teachers.
Last Friday our Lady Lions defeated Bowie, 50-40, in District 7-3A action to secure 2nd place in the district. They will try to extend their winning streak to 3 games tonight and close out the regular season with a victory when they travel to Iowa Park to take on the Lady Hawks. https://youtube.com/shorts/qByOO1FME7A?feature=share