Vernon High School

Seniors,
Once you complete your FAFSA, an email should be sent to you stating you have completed it/it has been processed. Please forward Mrs. Kieschnick that email to serve as proof for graduation purposes. Remember, this is a REQUIREMENT to graduate. If you don't wish to complete the FAFSA, drop by the senior counselor's office for an Opt Out form instead.

If you still need help completing the FAFSA, Vernon College Financial Aid department is always willing to help you, no matter if you plan on attending VC or not.

On Tuesday, our VHS life skills calls took a field trip to Wichita Falls. They ate lunch at Chick-fil-A and visited the pumpkin patch at Smith's Gardentown. At the pumpkin patch the students fed the ducks, painted pumpkins, walked through a maze, and played in a bounce house. Even the teachers had a little fun in the bounce house.

We're just 12 weeks into the school year, but our yearbook staff has already been working hard and capturing all the memories that are being made!! Yearbook sales are underway so be sure and secure your 2026-27 Vernon High School Yearbook today!!
SENIORS -- senior ad sales is also underway. Scan the QR code below for more information about the senior ads.

Last week VHS senior Claire Mayo competed in a fall golf tournament, the Abilene High Tournament played at the Shady Oaks Golf Course and claimed the girls championship. Claire shot an 81 to finish first in the Girls Division.

Friday night during a ceremony at halftime of the Lions' football game our 2026 UIL Film Sweepstakes State Champions received their state rings. Members of the state champion film team included: Garrett Munson, 3 time state finalist and 2 time silver medalist, including 2026, in the Traditional Animation Category; and the gold medalist Narrative Category film crew -- Kenneth Cordero, camera and sound technician; Jacob Brown, camera technician and actor; Malakhi Propes-Scott (represented by his mother, Tara Ramirez), cinematographer, editor and actor; and Donivan Montano, screenwriter, director and actor. Our film production coach is Dustin Swatzell. A big congratulations to all as they claimed the first event state championship and first film sweepstakes state title in VHS history.

Seniors and their parents listen to Jeannie Ballard, from Vernon College, as she explains the importance of applying for the FAFSA during a meeting last night in the VHS Cafeteria. A second meeting will be held this evening. All seniors and their parents, even those who attended last night, are encouraged to be at today's meeting, which will begin at 5:30 p.m., and will also be held in the VHS Cafeteria.

Tonight's FAFSA meeting is for SENIORS and parents, NOT juniors.



Tomorrow night is also night #2 of FAFSA for SENIORS.

Our juniors and seniors were able to visit with representatives from several colleges and universities this morning at our annual College Day Fair. The students were able to pick up information about the different colleges and ask questions as they stopped by each table. One of the college tables was manned by VHS alum, Sarah Castleberry (Class of 2020). Sarah is currently working as a recruiter for Dallas Baptist University while she goes through DBU's doctoral program.

A parent meeting for those who have daughters planning to play middle school and/or high school Lady Lions basketball this year has been scheduled for 6 p.m., Wednesday, at D.O. Fulton Gym. Lady Lions Head Coach Carlynn Murguia and her staff will be on hand to go over important program information and answer any questions you may have.

The Lions picked up their first district win of the season last Friday with a 35-14 victory over Bowie. The Vernon defense forced 7 turnovers, including 6 interceptions. The Defensive MVP for the Lions was Kayson Sanders, who had 2 interceptions, defended 6 passes and had 2 pass break ups. The offense started slow, but a long pass reception by M'Aujehl Aboso provided a spark and it started rolling. Aboso was the Offensive MVP for Vernon, finishing the game with 58 yards rushing and 2 touchdowns, along with 84 yards receiving and another score. The Lions are now 4-4 overall and 1-1 in district play.

After picking up their first District 4-3A, D1 victory of the season at home last Friday against Bowie, the Lions hit the road looking for district win number 2 and to solidify their spot in the playoffs this week. Vernon travels to Boyd to square off against the Yellowjackets who will be battling to stay alive for the playoffs. Kickoff is set for 7 p.m. Tickets can be purchased at the gate, however sales are cash only. Tickets can be purchased online by following this link: https://fan.hudl.com/usa/tx/boyd/organization/11455/boyd-high-school/tickets

This is the first week of National Red Ribbon Week. In case you missed our post last week, here are our dress-up day themes for the week. Please note students are out of school Friday for a teacher/staff professional development day.

THIS EVENING!! Seniors remember tonight is the first of two meetings to help you and your parents understand what FAFSA is and to provide help in completing the form. Tonight's meeting will begin at 5:30 p.m., in the VHS Cafeteria. Representatives from Vernon College will be on hand to share valuable information. Tomorrow evening at 5:30 p.m., representatives from Vernon College and Panhandle Plains will assist parents and students on completing the FAFSA. It is highly encouraged for senior parents and students to attend both meetings. Parents/students should bring their personal devices, any paperwork needed, and the FSA IDs.

Our Vernon Lady Lions volleyball seniors were recognized last night prior to their regular-season finale match against City View. The Lady Lions fell to the Lady Mustangs 3 games to 1 and saw their season come to an end, as City View claimed fourth place in District 6-3A and earned a playoff berth with the victory.

After a week off our Lions return to the gridiron tonight, as they host the Bowie Jackrabbits in a big district game. The winner of tonight's battle will have the inside track to a spot in the playoffs. Kickoff is set for 7 p.m. at Leo Brittain Field at Lion Stadium. General admission tickets must be purchased online at https://www.vernonisd.org/page/ticket-purchases
Single game, reserve seat tickets can be purchased at the Vernon ISD Administration until noon today. The pep rally will be held at 3:25 p.m. at D.O. Fulton Gym.

Tomorrow the theme for the Lions Football Pep Rally is "Pink Out" and our VHS cheerleaders would like to invite those who are currently fighting breast cancer; breast cancer survivors; and those who have lost family members to breast cancer to be their special guests at the pep rally. There will be a designated section reserved for our special guests. The pep rally will begin tomorrow at 3:25 p.m.

Our Lady Lions host the City View Lady Mustangs tonight in their District 6-3A finale and it is a HUGE game, as the winner will move on to the playoffs!! It is also Senior Recognition Night for our 7 Lady Lion seniors! Our JV match will begin at 5 p.m., with the Senior Recognition Ceremony to begin at approximately 5:45 p.m., and the varsity match to start around 6:15 p.m. Pack the stands and support our Lady Lions tonight as they battle for a playoff berth!! Good luck Lady Lions! You got this!!

Juniors should already be thinking about scholarships and one of the first steps in that process is completing a FAFSA form. We have scheduled two meetings to help parents understand what FAFSA is and to provide help in completing the form. The first meeting will be held at 5:30 p.m., Monday, in the VHS Cafeteria. Representatives from Vernon College will be on hand to share valuable information. The next night, at 5:30 p.m., Tuesday, representatives from Vernon College and Panhandle Plains will assist parents and students on completing the FAFSA. It is highly encouraged for junior parents and students to attend both meetings. Parents/students should bring their personal devices, any paperwork needed, and the FSA IDs.

Next week is National Red Ribbon Week and we have daily themes as we hope all of our students -- Make A Difference. Be A Hero. Stay Drug Free. Check out the daily themes below. A quick reminder that Friday, Oct. 30 is a teacher/staff work day for Vernon ISD with students out of school that day.

Congratulations to our 26 Vernon Lions tennis players who met the qualifications to make the District 7-4A Team Tennis Academic All-District Team.