Vernon High School

Project Celebration 2026 is selling Senior t-shirts that can be worn throughout the upcoming school year. To purchase a t-shirt, click on this link: https://square.link/u/L0Zv7fuJ
The deadline to order a t-shirt is 11:59 p.m., Wednesday, July 30.
A senior sunrise celebration is planned for the first day of school, Wednesday, Aug. 13., at Leo Brittain Field at Lion Stadium.

We're 1 week away from the start of football two-a-day workouts! VHS athletes who are playing football this year need to stop by the fieldhouse this week to receive their equipment. The schedule is posted below.

Our Vernon ISD Supt. Dr. Kermit Ward recently sat down for an interview with KAUZ News Channel 6 report Devon Bajek. You can view the interview here: https://www.newschannel6now.com/2025/07/26/changes-are-horizon-vernon-isd-staff-students-this-school-year/

Vernon ISD's parent portal -- Skyward -- will be locked down most of today while the district rolls students to their appropriate grade level for the 2025-26 school year. Skyward should be available for online registration/enrollment after 4 p.m. today. We apologize for any inconvenience. A quick reminder that in-person enrollment/registration will be held Wednesday in the cafeteria at Vernon Elementary School beginning at 7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., and 1:30 p.m. to 7 p.m.

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 3 weeks away from the start of the 2025-26 school year. In case you want to get a head start on your shopping, here is the supply list for our 9th thru 12th graders.

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.

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!!

In just 7 weeks the Vernon Lions kick off their 2025 season!
Our cheerleaders are already hard work on plans to keep that Lion spirit strong all year long!! They have already set the pep rally theme for all 10 regular season games, and the theme for Homecoming Week. The homecoming game is set for Oct. 10.
Get those creative juices flowing!

Our Lady Lion volleyball players take the court for two-a-days on August 1 and the night before it's their parent's turn! A parent meeting for all volleyball players -- high school and middle school -- will be held three weeks from tonight, Thursday, July 31, at D.O. Fulton Gym. The meeting will begin at 5:30 p.m. Lady Lions Head Coach Amber Hall will go over important information and answer questions.