Thursday afternoon VMS held our Pink Out Rally. Students took part in several games, and some fun awards were presented. Cancer survivors and those who continue to battle cancer were also recognized. The National Junior Honor Society and Student Council presented Relay For Life Chairman Marilyn Ramirez a $200 donation. Mrs. Ramirez offered her thanks for the donation.
Here is Vernon ISD Supt. Dr. Kermit Ward's latest message to the community.
"I have never had a strong opinion either way of Governor Abbott or members of his office; however, what is currently being proposed in Austin has me thinking differently. There would be a myriad of reasons for Gov. Abbot to call a special session to support public education in Texas, but Gov. Abbott has called a special session to, in my opinion, do great harm to Texas public schools...." To read the full article, please follow this link www.vernonisd.org and scroll down.
As part of a science class today, some of our students helped make a pumpkin volcano.
Just a reminder -- tomorrow is an Early Release Friday!
On Wednesday, VMS students in the Gifted & Talented program took a field trip to Wichita Falls. The group started at Region 9, where they learned about the art of Yayoi Kusama and practiced her art style. They ate lunch at the park and then went to the River Bend Nature Center where they explored a riparian ecosystem with a "down by the river" experience.
8th grader Monica Soto was crowned Queen of the VMS Fall Festival and 7th grader Caylor Streit was crowned King during the Fall Festival, which was held Tuesday night. Other candidates included 6th Grade -- Kinsley Hamm & Colsyn Ivy; 7th Grade -- Caley Streit; and 8th Grade -- A.J. Ragland.
The Vernon Middle School "Pink Out" Pep Rally will be held this afternoon at 2:55 p.m., at the VMS Gym. Those who have won their fight with cancer and those currently battling cancer will be recognized, and a donation from the National Junior Honor Society, Student Council and VMS will be presented to Relay For Life.
A big THANK YOU to these Vernon College Chaparral softball players and volleyball players for helping with our Fall Festival tonight. We really appreciate you volunteering and helping us out. The photo is missing a few players.
The Roarin' Lion Band Boosters is asking for volunteers to work in football game concession stands.
Don't forget -- VMS Fall Festival is tonight!!! The Fall Festival King and Queen will be crowned at 7 p.m. Come on out and have some fun!!! If it's raining, don't let it keep you away!!
Here's a flyer created by VMS 8th grade student Elysia Nino giving info on the activities going on VMS this week.
We would love to have the home stands packed Friday night when our Lions tangle with the Jim Ned Indians in a HUGE district showdown. It is also Senior Recognition Night for members of the cheerleader squad, band and football team.
A King and Queen of the VMS Fall Festival will be crowned tomorrow, and the student body has elected candidates from each grade level. The candidates are: 6th Grade -- Kinsley Ham & Colsyn Ivy; 7th Grade -- Caley Streit & Caylor Streit; and 8th Grade -- Monica Soto & A.J. Ragland. The King & Queen will be crowned at 7 p.m., tomorrow night at the VMS Fall Festival. The festival begins at 5:30 p.m. and will continue until 7:30 p.m.
Selected as VMS Students of the Week for last week were: 6th Grade -- Hawaii Sae & Jagger Wood; 7th Grade -- Trista Lehman & Adam Hernandez; and 8th Grade -- Callie Sanchez & Sher Moo. Congratulations!!! Your photo will be displayed on the digital signs at VMS and at the Administrative Center this week.
VMS Fall Festival is Tuesday and should be a lot of fun!! Games! Bingo! And More!!
Next week is Red Ribbon Week and the theme this year is "Be Kind to Your Mind. Live Drug-Free." VMS has something planned for every day next week as they take part in the national drug awareness campaign.
Tomorrow is Football Friday which means PTO members will be at McCord, Vernon Elementary and Middle School ready to do some face painting during lunch periods! Students pay $1 to have their face painted. This is a fundraiser for the PTO, with all money going right back to benefit the students.
Selected as VMS Teachers of the Month for September were: 6th Grade -- Chastity Boyce; 7th Grade -- Kelly Patterson; 8th Grade -- Kelly Boswell; and Specials -- Edwin Bah. Staff Members of the Month were Cassandra Negrete and Tony Garcia (not pictured). Congratulations!!! Job Well Done!!!
The Lions are hosting Iowa Park this Friday in a HUGE District 3-3A, Div. 1 contest. Lion fans wear your maroon and white and pack the stands!!! Show your Lion Pride!!!
Please do not click on any links that say they have tickets for sale. Tickets can only be purchased online at https://www.vernonisd.org/page/ticket-purchases
The VMS Students of the Week for last week are: 6th Grade -- Bella Salazar & Jacob Martinez; Nyairah Massenburg & Ywa Soe; and 8th Grade -- Georgia Balderas & E.J. Knight. Congratulations!!! Your photo will be displayed on the digital signs at VMS and the Administrative Center this week.
