From our Administrative Building to the Bus Barn and all the campus in between, Vernon ISD is blessed to have wonderful administrative assistants who help keep everything running smoothly. Today is National Administrative Professional's Day and we want all of our admin pros to know how much we appreciate each and every one of you for the work you do!!
Receiving our McCord Student of the Week honors last week were:
Pre-Kindergarten -- Maevery Echols, Jason Wah, Sebastian Gonzalez, Frank Vanek and Ila Jones (not pictured).
Kindergarten -- K'siyah Guerra, Bella McRae, Landry McFall, Eli Albineda, Emilio Escobedo, Dax Edwards, Sophia Edmonds, and Major Dobbs.
1st Grade -- Saul Cordoba, Denicio Luna, Ivan Clemente, Dominik Johnson, Cadyn Rosa, Foster Bell, and Barrett McBroom.
Congratulations!!! Great job! Keep up the good work!!
We have some outstanding bus drivers who make sure our students get to school and back home safely every school day!! Today is School Bus Driver Appreciation Day, but Vernon ISD appreciates our bus drivers every single day!! THANK YOU!!
If your child loves sports, be sure and sign them up for Volleyball Camp 2024!! The camp will be held June 10-12 and is open to kindergarten thru 9th grade students (incoming grade for 2024-25)
Check out the flyer below for more information!!
Spring is here and it's time to buy plants for your garden!! Our annual FFA Plant Sale will be held from 8 a.m. to Noon, Saturday. Our FFA students have over 5,000 plants to sell this year consisting of numerous bedding plants, potted plants, hanging baskets and vegetables!! The first 50 people in the door Saturday morning will receive a 15% off coupon. For purchases of $80 or more, you will receive a special blend fertilizer mixture to help protect your investment.
Here are some more photos for you to enjoy from our McCord Spring Program featuring our Kindergarten Class.
The McCord Spring Program featuring the Kindergarten Class was held last night at the Wilbarger Auditorium. The students went through a variety of songs they've learned this year including "Walk To School Song," "Count To 100 Silly Song," "Peanut Butter & Jelly Song," and the "Short Vowel Song."
Honored as our McCord Students of the Month for March were: Pre-Kindergarten -- Brantley Riggins; Kindergarten -- Braylee Moseley; and 1st Grade -- Brayden Skinner. Not pictured is Specials Student of the Month Beckham Shugart.
Congratulations!!! Good work!!
🦁Enterprise🦁
It's with great excitement that we recognize Enterprise for their generous sponsorship of our Lions Roar Golf Scramble! We extend our sincere gratitude to Enterprise for their invaluable support, impacting approximately 2,000 students, teachers, and staff members in the Vernon ISD community.
Their contribution plays a crucial role in enriching educational experiences and fostering opportunities for everyone involved.
Selected as our McCord Student of the Week for last week were:
Pre-Kindergarten: Michael Crosthwait, Kristopher Roseborough-Mitchell, Andres Lora, Teal Sweet, and Dakota Perez
Kindergarten: Jeremiah Martinez, Scarlett Tate, Jonah Barnes, Gracie Villanueva, Bryan Fox-Guerrero, Tommy Teague, Trindyn Torres, and EhSunny Poe
1st Grade: Tessa Perez, Jayden Bryant, Rhea Snow, Audrina Lopez, Blossom Lar, Grace Jansa, and Eileen Baires Rivera.
Congratulations!!! Keep up the good work!!!
Vernon ISD campus Teachers and Staff Member of the Year were recognized at the VISD Board of Trustees meeting Monday evening.
Teachers of the Year honorees for 2023-24 are: McCord -- Melissa Singleton; Vernon Elementary -- TiSierra White (not pictured); Middle School -- Amy Frank; Vernon High -- Allison Stanley; and AFP -- Kristie Thomas (not pictured).
Staff Member of the Year honorees for 2023-24 are: McCord -- Mary Charo; Vernon Elementary -- Sue Dobbs (not pictured); Middle School -- Kimberly Adams; and Vernon High -- RaeAnn Stevens.
Congratulations to all!!! Vernon ISD appreciates all of you for all you do for your campus and your students!!
🦁Gallagher🦁
We're excited to highlight Gallagher for generously sponsoring our Lions Roar Golf Scramble! Our deepest thanks go out to Gallagher for their invaluable support, which directly impacts the lives of around 2,000 students, teachers, and staff in the Vernon ISD community.
Your generosity helps fuel the educational journey of our youth and strengthens our entire school community.
Quick reminder!!! Our McCord Spring Program featuring our Kindergarten students singing and dancing is set for tomorrow at 6:30 p.m., at the Wilbarger Auditorium. It is sure to be a lot of fun! Invite family and friends to join us in supporting our students!
This week, April 15-19, is Public School Volunteer Week. Vernon ISD greatly appreciates all of our volunteers, PTO members and Dudes on Duty throughout VISD for taking time to help out on our campuses and invest in our students. If you would like to know more about the volunteer opportunities within our school district, please contact Kori Eakin at kori.eakin@visdtx.org
DATE CHANGES!!
Please note the changes on the dates for the McCord Muffins With Moms and Donuts With Dads events. Your child loves it when you are able to take part in school activities. If are unable to attend these events, please ask someone to take your place. We would love for all of our students to have someone with them for these events.
Our lifeskill students will be participating in their very own All-Star Olympics that will be held Monday, April 29. There will be 17 McCord/VES students, 10 VMS students and 6 VHS students participating in the event.
During Opening Ceremonies, our athletes will be led around the track by the Roarin' Lion Band. An awards ceremony with pizza will be held at the conclusion of all the events. Anyone wishing to make a donation to the event may take the donation to school principals or to Jana Neely at Central. Checks need to be made out to VISD-Vernon Olympics.
Our students will also compete in another All-Star Olympics on May 2, in Altus.
🦁Vernon Auto Group🦁
🌟We extend our heartfelt gratitude to Vernon Auto Group for their generous sponsorship of the Lions Roar Golf Scramble! Your unwavering support not only guarantees a remarkable event for everyone participating but also underscores the vital partnership between our community and school!
Together, we strive to enhance the well-being of our entire community, and your contribution plays a crucial role in making this vision a reality. Thank you for your dedication and belief in our shared mission!
🦁WRA Architects🦁
🌟We're thrilled to shine a spotlight on WRA Architects as a proud sponsor of our Lions Roar Golf Scramble! We are beyond grateful for their invaluable contribution to the lives of around 2,000 students, teachers, and staff within the Vernon ISD community!
Vernon ISD is hiring for the 2024-25 school year! Go to www.vernonisd.org. Click on the Employment button. Then click Employment Opportunities
Hey McCord PTO and any parents that want to be involved with some end of year activities! We will have a PTO meeting on April 24th @ 5pm at McCord Elementary to go over upcoming events that we will be participating in. We hope to see you there!
