Today VISD Supt. Dr. Kermit Ward stopped by Vernon Middle School to deliver a birthday card to custodian Elzie Wilson who is celebrating a birthday this month. Once or twice every month of this school year, Dr. Ward will be hand delivering birthday cards to employees who celebrate birthdays during that specific month. Dr. Ward enjoys this opportunity to get to know each VISD employee.
On the last Friday before the 2024-25 school year started, Vernon ISD held an Employee Convocation, with Supt. Dr. Kermit Ward laying out the district's game plan for the new year.
He recently shared some of his points in an article published in The Vernon Daily Record.
Here is the start of the article:
I am often asked, “What did you do during your summer break?” I find so much humor in the question, as it is rare for teachers and other school officials like myself to partake in the break our students have. For us, summers are used to sharpen our skill set and conference with like colleagues in order to learn what is going on in other districts.
Personally, I like to take time to read a good book that relates to my profession. This summer I read a book called “Shoe Dog” which is a story detailing, Nike founder Phil Knight’s struggles in creating Nike shoes. To read the rest of the article, please go to www.vernonisd.org
VHS Principal Cynthia Jackson spoke to members of the Vernon Lions Club during their weekly meeting at lunch today at the Wilbarger Auditorium. Ms. Jackson told those in attendance of the new programs and initiatives that were put in place last year that helped lead the Class of 2024 to have 100% graduation rate and 100% receive their CCMR point.
Vernon ISD substitute teachers attended a workshop this afternoon led by the VISD Curriculum Team. VISD is always in need of substitute teachers. If you would like to be a substitute, pick up an application at the VISD Administrative Center, or go to www.vernonisd.org and click on the employment button.
Our Lions will get to tackle someone other than a teammate tonight as they travel to Abilene for their first scrimmage of the year. The Lions will meet Lamesa in the scrimmage at the Shotwell Stadium Annex in Abilene. We're 14 days away from 2024 season opener in Burkburnett!!
Our Lady Lions are on the road this weekend for their first tournament of the season. Good luck in the Cool in Boomtown Tourney!!
REMEMBER -- Tomorrow is an Early Release Friday for Vernon ISD. Here are the dismissal times for all of our campuses. The Vernon Boys & Girls Club will be open early tomorrow.
Here are the qualifications 6th thru 12th grade students need to be eligible to take honors courses for the 2024-25 school year.
On Monday, VISD hosted the KAUZ Channel 6 First Alert Weather team, with meteorologist Cameron Lindsey broadcasting the weather segment of the 5 p.m. and 6 p.m. newscasts from the Vernon High School Campus. He interviewed VISD Supt. Dr. Kermit Ward during both segments. You can catch the interviews here: https://www.newschannel6now.com/2024/08/14/first-alert-tracker-tour-vernon-isd/
The Meet The Lions event held last night at Leo Brittain Field at Lion Stadium wrapped up with the athletes gathering along the sideline as the Roarin' Lion Band played the VHS Alma Mater and Lion Fight Song.
An evening of Meet The Teacher events was capped off last night at Leo Brittain Field at Lion Stadium with the Meet The Lions, sponsored by the Vernon Athletic Booster Club. Varsity members of the tennis, cross country, football and volleyball teams were introduced, along with cheerleaders and members of the drill team and Roarin' Lion Band. There was a good crowd on hand to cheer on the athletes and students.
Members of the VHS Class of 2025 gathered at Lion Stadium this morning for Senior Sunrise on the First Day of school. Vernon High School is excited to have all of our students back and we're looking forward to a great 2024-25 school year.
📣 Calling all male volunteers! 🙋♂️ Last year, our dedicated volunteers made a significant difference in the lives of our young students, and we’re excited to continue this initiative into its second year! Vernon ISD is looking for enthusiastic men to help out during morning drop-off and lunch/recess time at our schools. Your presence and mentorship can make a huge difference, helping us build a fun and safe environment for kids to thrive. Whether you have a child on one of our campuses or not, we welcome you to join us in this rewarding experience. To participate, please complete a Volunteer Application found here: https://bit.ly/VISDVolunteerApplication. Vernon Elementary School sign-up link: https://bit.ly/VESDudesOnDuty Let’s make this year even more impactful!
Incoming VHS freshmen were greeted by the drill team and cheerleaders today as they entered the high school for Freshmen Orientation. VHS administrators went over different policies with the freshmen, and upperclassmen spoke to the group about the variety of organizations there is to join and participate in. The freshmen also received their class schedules and toured the school as they found their locker and their classrooms.
Here is the procedure for dropping students off at school in the morning and picking them up after school. We hope YOU are excited as we are to get this 2024-25 school year underway!! See YOU tomorrow!!
Tomorrow is the First Day of School!!! Here is the August Cafeteria Menu for our campuses. Please remember all VISD students receive free breakfast and lunch through our cafeterias.
VISD hosted the KAUZ Channel 6 Weather Tracker team Monday evening for the 5 p.m. and 6 p.m. newscasts. The special guest for both newscasts was VISD Supt. Dr. Kermit Ward. The 5 p.m. interview and weather forecast was broadcast from the Vernon High School Media Center, with the 6 p.m. edition being broadcast from Leo Brittain Field at Lion Stadium, the new home for KAUZ's Vernon weather camera.
The Lady Lions opened their 2024 volleyball season at home late night, as they hosted Christ Academy. Unfortunately, the outcome didn't favor the Lady Lions, but they will be right back on the court this evening hosting Benjamin at D.O. Fulton Gym. The junior varsity match starts at 5 p.m., with the varsity set to take the court at approximately 6 p.m.
Today's KAUZ Channel 6 weather forecast during the 5 p.m. and 6 p.m. newscast will be live from the campus of Vernon High School and will feature an interview with VISD Supt. Dr. Kermit Ward. Be sure and tune in!
Last year, Vernon ISD started using a new parent-teacher communication app called Rooms. We had many of our parents sign up and use Rooms with the teachers of their children. With the new year, we wanted to remind you to sign up if you did not last year or if your student is new to our district.
Due to last year being our first year with the program, we had some "growing pains" and have worked hard to address them. We look forward to a smooth process this school year. Please see some notes/tips below:
1) You will download the Vernon ISD app from your App Store or Play Store on your phone.
2) If you are new to the district, you may not have access until after the first day of school.
3) Please note that you will not see the classes for your students until the first day of school, even if they were here last year.
4) If you want more information on how to use Rooms, please visit this page created for parents: https://bit.ly/VISDParentRooms
If you have additional questions about Rooms after looking at the webpage, or you cannot access Rooms, please feel free to email chantilly.sweet@visdtx.org. Please include your name and the names of all of your children.
