On Thursday our 7th and 8th grade football teams will be scrimmaging Wellington. The scrimmage will start at 4:30 p.m., for both teams, as they will scrimmage at the same time at Leo Brittain Field at Lion Stadium. They will each use half the field and move in opposite directions. The JV game against Wellington will follow at 5:45 p.m.
Prior to the first game of the season, the captains for the football team were announced, along with the players who will serve on the Lions Leadership Council. Selected as 2026 Vernon Lion Football Captains were Adrain Felton, Bowie Eakin, Brayden Booth, and Tyce Payne. Joining them on the Lions Leadership Council are Jamerion Willie, Sylus Belcher, Thomas Gonzales, Ethan Robledo, and Zander Leija.
It will be "Camo Day" on our campuses Friday, as that is this week's pep rally theme as the Lions prepare to take on the Wellington Skyrockets. The cheerleaders will be pumping up the spirit at the pep rally, which will start at 9:25 a.m.
Our Vernon Lion cheerleaders are inviting youngsters from pre-k to 6th grade to join them on the sidelines for the Sept. 18 game against the Perryton Rangers. The cheerleaders will hold a mini cheer clinic from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., on Thursday, Sept. 17, to go over the cheers the youngsters will perform on the sideline during the game. Get your youngster signed up today!!
On Monday, students in Mrs. Hanson's Anatomy & Physiology classes completed a project involving cells. Students selected a particular specialized cells and then researched the cell for a presentation. The presentation had to include diagrams of the cell, the cell functions and the location of their specialized cell. During the presentations, the students in the audience were filling out data charts based on the information they received. Mrs. Hanson said all of the students did a fantastic job.
Earning Vernon Lions Player of the Game honors for Week 1 are Bowie Eakin and Evan Wilkinson. Bowie recorded 18 total tackles, including 2 tackles for loss, from his linebacker position to earn Defensive Player of The Week honors. Evan had 1 reception for 26 yards from his receiver spot to earn the nod for Offensive Player of the Week. Congratulations Bowie and Evan!!
Vernon ISD Supt. Dr. Blaise Boswell will be providing a newsletter throughout the school year to help share district information with our students' families and other members of the community. His first newsletter was posted yesterday on our website. To read the newsletter, please follow this link to our website homepage and scroll down: https://www.vernonisd.org/
St. Paul Lutheran Church will be hosting ESL Classes in September. The classes will be held Wednesdays from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., starting on Sept. 16. Registration for the class will be held at 6:30 p.m., on Wednesday, Sept. 9, at the church. For more information, contact St. Paul Lutheran Church at 940-552-2495.
It's hard to believe that tomorrow is September 1, but it is!! Here is the September menu for our VISD Cafeterias. Please remember that at Vernon ISD all students receive a free breakfast and a free lunch.
Selected as Lady Lions of the Week for the Week of Aug. 24-28 were Alyssa Adams and Leah Diekmann. Coach Sally Reeves said Alyssa and Leah have been working hard, showing great leadership, and gaining strength and speed every day. Keep up the great work Lady Lions!! We are proud of you!!
Recognized as Lady Lions of the Week for the Week of Aug. 17-21 were Lily Maxwell and Celestina Sanchez. Coach Sally Reeves stated these two girls have been outstanding leaders both in athletics and in the classroom. They consistently show up, work hard, and are willing to put in the extra reps and extra time to get better.
We are proud of you both!! Keep leading, keep working, and keep making those around you better!!
We are proud of you both!! Keep leading, keep working, and keep making those around you better!!
Our Lions are on the road again for Week 2 of the 2026 football season! We will be traveling to Wellington for a showdown with the Skyrockets!! Tickets must be purchased online. Here is the link for the tickets https://www.wellingtonisd.net/page/store . However as of this morning tickets are not yet available to purchase.
DUDES ON DUTY IS BACK!
We are excited to continue Dudes on Duty across Vernon ISD! Our goal is simple: to provide a positive, welcoming presence for our students as they begin their school day.
Dudes on Duty was created with the men in our students’ lives in mind—giving dads, grandfathers, uncles, and other positive male role models an easy and meaningful way to be present on our campuses. However, our doors are always open to anyone who wants to support and encourage our students!
Please remember: You MUST be an approved VISD volunteer before signing up for Dudes on Duty. https://bit.ly/VISDVolunteerApplication
HOW DOES IT WORK?
Complete the Dudes on Duty Google Form.
Choose the VISD campus and date you would like to volunteer.
Choose your morning.
The primary Dudes on Duty role is simple: stand at a campus entrance during morning arrival and greet students as they come to school. A smile, high five, fist bump, or encouraging word is a great way to start their day!
Want to do more?
You can indicate on the form if you are also interested in helping with lunch, recess, classroom activities, or other campus needs. A VISD employee will reach out to you regarding those opportunities.
Wait for confirmation.
Once you submit the form, your requested date will be sent to the appropriate campus for approval. Submitting the form does NOT automatically confirm your date. You will receive an email once your Dudes on Duty date has been approved by the campus.
Be a Dude on Duty!
Once your date is confirmed, show up on your scheduled morning and help us give our students a great start to their day!
Complete the Dudes on Duty Google Form to get started! https://bit.ly/DudesOnDutyVISD
Contact Kori Eakin-940-553-1900 ext. 2229 or kori.eakin@visdtx.org
We are excited to continue Dudes on Duty across Vernon ISD! Our goal is simple: to provide a positive, welcoming presence for our students as they begin their school day.
Dudes on Duty was created with the men in our students’ lives in mind—giving dads, grandfathers, uncles, and other positive male role models an easy and meaningful way to be present on our campuses. However, our doors are always open to anyone who wants to support and encourage our students!
Please remember: You MUST be an approved VISD volunteer before signing up for Dudes on Duty. https://bit.ly/VISDVolunteerApplication
HOW DOES IT WORK?
Complete the Dudes on Duty Google Form.
Choose the VISD campus and date you would like to volunteer.
Choose your morning.
The primary Dudes on Duty role is simple: stand at a campus entrance during morning arrival and greet students as they come to school. A smile, high five, fist bump, or encouraging word is a great way to start their day!
Want to do more?
You can indicate on the form if you are also interested in helping with lunch, recess, classroom activities, or other campus needs. A VISD employee will reach out to you regarding those opportunities.
Wait for confirmation.
Once you submit the form, your requested date will be sent to the appropriate campus for approval. Submitting the form does NOT automatically confirm your date. You will receive an email once your Dudes on Duty date has been approved by the campus.
Be a Dude on Duty!
Once your date is confirmed, show up on your scheduled morning and help us give our students a great start to their day!
Complete the Dudes on Duty Google Form to get started! https://bit.ly/DudesOnDutyVISD
Contact Kori Eakin-940-553-1900 ext. 2229 or kori.eakin@visdtx.org
The first pep rally of the season was held this morning at D.O. Fulton Gym and we had some special visitors, as students from McCord elementary joined us to help build up that Lion Spirit as we get ready for tonight's football game in Mineral Wells. The theme was "Neon Day!"
It was "Decals With Dad" night at the fieldhouse Thursday, as dads and others joined varsity football players in the locker room to put decals on their helmets. The helmets are new and will feature a new main logo that incorporates the State of Texas with the traditional V with a Lion going through it. Other decals on the helmets include the American and State of Texas Flags, and the player's uniform number.
Our Lions kick off their season-opener tonight in Mineral Wells!!! The Lions will meet the Rams at 7 p.m., in Ram Stadium. Tickets must be purchased online at https://www.mwrams.net/HTtickets
The first pep rally of the season will begin at 9:25 a.m., as our cheerleaders get the team and students fired up for tonight's contest. Please remember Mineral Wells enforces a "Clear Bag Policy" at Ram Stadium.
The first pep rally of the season will begin at 9:25 a.m., as our cheerleaders get the team and students fired up for tonight's contest. Please remember Mineral Wells enforces a "Clear Bag Policy" at Ram Stadium.
Join us for the 4th Annual LIONS ROAR HOMECOMING Tailgate on September 25, 2026!
We invite Vernon ISD school clubs, VISD-endorsed organizations, local businesses, churches, and community groups to participate. Only Vernon ISD entities may sell items, and Vernon ISD will not be providing prizes for booths.
Just like last year, we’ll set up in the horseshoe drive in front of Vernon Elementary School. Participants must supply their own materials and are responsible for cleanup. The event kicks off at 4:30 PM and closes at 6:30 PM for the 7:00 PM game kickoff.
If your group would like to participate, please complete this form by the end of the day on September 14: https://bit.ly/LionsRoarHomecoming2026
We can’t wait for another fantastic tailgate celebration!
Questions? Contact Kori Eakin at kori.eakin@visdtx.org.
Please help us spread the word!
We invite Vernon ISD school clubs, VISD-endorsed organizations, local businesses, churches, and community groups to participate. Only Vernon ISD entities may sell items, and Vernon ISD will not be providing prizes for booths.
Just like last year, we’ll set up in the horseshoe drive in front of Vernon Elementary School. Participants must supply their own materials and are responsible for cleanup. The event kicks off at 4:30 PM and closes at 6:30 PM for the 7:00 PM game kickoff.
If your group would like to participate, please complete this form by the end of the day on September 14: https://bit.ly/LionsRoarHomecoming2026
We can’t wait for another fantastic tailgate celebration!
Questions? Contact Kori Eakin at kori.eakin@visdtx.org.
Please help us spread the word!
We apologize for a typo on the earlier post. VMS will dismiss at 12:51 p.m.
Tomorrow is our first Early Release Friday of the school year. We hope our students enjoy the jump start to their weekend fun!!
Mineral Wells ISD follows a "Clear Bag Policy" at Ram Stadium. Please note there are limitations on the size of the bag, and all bags must be clear. Tickets for the Lions' season opener must be purchased online. To purchase tickets for Friday night's game, please follow this link: https://www.mwrams.net/HTtickets
