Vernon Lions receiving Texas Farm Bureau Insurance MVP Footballs for their performance in last week's 46-30 victory over Gainesville are Tru Gipson, Offensive MVP; Mu Soe, Special Teams MVP; and Adarius Williams and Landon Bynum, Co-Defensive MVP. We appreciate our local Texas Farm Bureau Insurance agency's support of our Vernon ISD activities.
Our Lions have opened the season 2-0 and they'll be on the prowl to keep that winning streak going tonight as they host the City View Mustangs (1-1) in a non-district game at Leo Brittain Field at Lion Stadium. The kickoff is set for 7 p.m., and don't miss the halftime performances of the Roarin' Lion Band and the VHS Drill Team. Don't forget our Lion Pride Pep Rally will be held this morning starting at 10:30 a.m.
Tickets for all VISD sports events must be purchased online at https://www.vernonisd.org/page/ticket-purchases
It's DISTRICT TIME for our Lady Lions volleyball team and they open 7-3A action today when they host the Holliday Lady Eagles. The varsity game will begin at 4 p.m., with the JV games to follow at D.O. Fulton Gym. GO LADY LIONS!!! DROP THE LADY EAGLES!!
Remember you must by tickets to all VISD sports events online at https://www.vernonisd.org/page/ticket-purchases
After a tennis match last Saturday, Lion tennis players and their parents painting their tennis balls on the sidewalk that leads to the clubhouse. Players repaint and personalize the balls every year.
It's something no one wants to talk about -- yet, unfortunately we know it happens and that is teen suicide. September is Suicide Prevention Month with a focus on spreading information everyone needs to know on how to recognize when someone may be contemplating suicide and how to help. Remember -- Friends Help Friends!!
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VHS students -- if you are struggling in math remember Coach Murguia is offering math tutoring from 7:10 a.m. to 7:55 a.m., every Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday in her classroom.
ATTENTION: Those going to Wichita Falls tonight to watch our JV Lions take on the City View JV Mustangs you must by your tickets online. Here is the site to buy tickets: https://www.cityview-isd.net/page/athletic-tickets
The Fine Arts can play a tremendous part in a student's education and Vernon ISD has some of the best Fine Arts teachers around at all levels. Happy National Arts in Education Week!! We appreciate all of you and all you do for our students!
JUNIORS -- CLASS OF 2026!! The first prom planning meeting of the year will be held at 5:45 p.m., Monday, in the VHS Cafeteria. If you're a parent of a junior, please make plans to attend the meeting.
Our Lions took down the Gainesville Leopards last Friday in our 2024 Homecoming game. Check out https://youtu.be/nZT7xeroapA for some of the highlights.
Earlier this week Mrs. Audrey Hastings' Culinary Arts students participated in a "Silent Lab." In the lab, students had to follow a set of instructions silently. Using only non-verbal communication, students worked together building teamwork and trust, as well as participated in proper kitchen procedures. When the lab was completed, the students enjoyed their Rice Krispie Treats.
Twenty-three years ago today our world changed forever. We take a moment today to remember and honor those who lost their lives on 9/11. We will never forget. And -- no matter where the attack comes from -- united we stand!!
Our Lions tennis team picked up a 15-4 victory over Iowa Park in a district dual match played here Tuesday afternoon. Head Coach Carrie Castleberry said the team played well. They will return to the court next Tuesday when the Lions host Graham in another team tennis district dual match. Vernon is 1-0 in district.
Those attending Friday night's Vernon Lions Homecoming Game had the opportunity to register to vote if they had not yet done so. One of our homecoming queen nominees, Zayleigh Sweet, to advantage of the opportunity.
VHS students -- if you are struggling in math remember Coach Murguia is offering math tutoring from 7:15 a.m. to 7:55 a.m., every Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday in her classroom.
The Lions improved to 2-0 Friday night with a 46-30 victory over Gainesville. Co-Defensive MVP for the game were Adarius Williams and Landon Bynum. Landon also shared the Big Stick Award with Tyce Payne, and the Ball Hawk Award went to Izzy Espinoza. Tru Gipson was the Offensive MVP, while Mu Soe earned the Special Teams MVP honor. Co-Lion Heart Award honorees were Javi Lopez and Adrain Felton. Vernon hosts City View this Friday night.
The Lion Pride Spirit was high Friday afternoon during the VHS Pep Rally leading up to the Homecoming Game against Gainesville.
Homecoming Week wrapped up Friday with "Spirit Day" which was the Dress Day theme. Girls were wearing their beautiful homecoming mums, and there was even an ape roaming around the halls.
Our cross country team has had a couple of strong showings in their last two meets. Last week in Burkburnett, we had 3 Top 10 finishes; 5 of our boys finished in the Top 25; and 1 girl finished in the Top 25. In Wichita Falls on Wednesday, our boys' team finished in the Top 15 among all schools who were competing 6A thru 1A. Great job cross country!! Keep up the good work!!
Our Lions are ready to go on a Leopard hunt!! Tonight's Homecoming activities will begin at 6:30 p.m. with performances by our Roarin' Lion Band and VHS Drill Team. Vernon and Gainesville will kick it off at 7 p.m., and our Homecoming Queen will be crowned during a halftime ceremony. Remember -- tickets for all home VISD athletic events must be purchased online. Go to https://www.vernonisd.org/page/ticket-purchases to purchase tickets.
