Our Lions will square off against the Jackrabbits from Bowie tonight at D.O. Fulton Gym, and tonight is also Senior Recognition Night. Seniors in basketball, wrestling and powerlifting will be honored at approximately 5:45 p.m., following the conclusion of the JV boys game. The Lions will be looking to spoil Bowie's chances at the playoffs when they take the court at approximately 7:30 p.m.
Our Lady Lions play their final home game of the season tonight and it is Senior Recognition Night for basketball, wrestling and powerlifting. Senior Recognition activities will begin at 5:45 p.m., with the Lady Lions set to take the court against the Bowie Lady Rabbits at 6 p.m. Vernon is currently second in District 7-3A, and a victory would help secure that second-place finish, while Bowie is battling for fourth place and a spot in the playoffs.
On Wednesday, students in Mr. White's Economics classes took a bus trip to the historic Fargo Cemetery in the north part of Wilbarger County. Students were given an opportunity to view the tombstones, some over 100 years old, to help them gain an understanding of "The Dash." The purpose of the trip was twofold. It gave the students a chance to view the history of the cemetery and to understand that life offers more than monetary things. Mr. White told the students it is important to live your life to the fullest and put less worry on income and more on time spent.
Students wore green today to celebrate the VHS Student Initiative Student of the Month for January, Sam Thomas. Sam is a member of the Class of 2025 who scored a 30 on the ACT test and consistently makes the A-B honor roll. Sam is a co-Drum Major of the Roarin' Lion Band, and is also active in theater and one-act play. Sam shows determination and dedication in the classroom, and can also be found mentoring students in the cafeteria. Congratulations Sam, our January Student Initiative Student of the Month. And -- Happy Birthday!
After their Friday night open date, our Lions return to the court tonight for a battle with the Bearcats in Henrietta. The District 7-3A action will begin with the JV boys' game at 4:30 p.m. in the high school gym, with the freshmen boys' game starting at 5:30 p.m., in the back gym. The Lions and Bearcats should tip off at approximately 7:15 p.m. Good Luck Lions!!!
Our Lady Lions are back in action tonight after their open date, and they are traveling to Henrietta for a District 7-3A showdown with the Lady Cats. They will be trying to stop a 2-game losing streak and maintain sole possession of 2nd place in the district. There will be no girls' sub-varsity game. The Lady Lions' game will begin at approximately 5:45 p.m. Go Lady Lions!!! Good Luck!!
DEADLINE!!! Today is the last day to preorder your Chick-Fil-A meal for Friday night's basketball games! This is a fundraiser for the Junior Class. This is also Senior Night for Basketball, Wrestling & Powerlifting.
Three Vernon Lions made the Class 3A Football All-Academic All-State Team for the 2024 season. Earning those honors were seniors Adarius Williams, Javi Lopez and Nick Guzman. Congratulations!!
Last week students in Ms. Butler's art classes created abstract sculptures using floral foam and paint. They did a great job.
Seven Vernon Lions received their MVP footballs from Texas Farm Bureau Insurance for their performances in the final two games of the 2024 season. Our local Texas Farm Bureau Insurance Agency provides game balls each week, however they ran out of football and just now received their new supply. Receiving their MVP footballs last week were: Carson Schoppa, Offensive MVP; J'Dyn Cooper, Offensive MVP; Adarius Williams, Defensive MVP; Javier Lopez, Defensive MVP; Landon Bynum, Defensive MVP; Mu Soe, Special Team MVP; and Tyce Payne, Defensive MVP. We would like to thank Texas Farm Bureau Insurance for their support of the Lions football team and all the support they provide Vernon ISD.
The 2025 Yamparika yearbook is going to be special!! Buy yours today!!
SENIORS -- purchase your senior spotlight in the yearbook!
Businesses -- support the 2025 Yamparika by purchasing an ad in the yearbook!
All of these can be done by scanning the QR code or following this link https://www.yearbookforever.com/school-store/po4RnMb2qkVLC68F1jN6gQX3
CONGRATULATIONS!!! to Garrett Munson who finished as a runner-up in the 2025 SWRE Youth Tour Contest. Garrett receives a $500 scholarship and an expenses-paid trip to a leadership conference. Great job Garrett!! We're proud of you!!
Balfour representatives were on campus today to take orders for caps and gowns from our VHS seniors. Seniors who did not order today, may order caps and gowns from the Balfour website. Caps and gowns should be ordered within the next 2 weeks to ensure they are here by graduation.
Two Vernon High School students, Jacob Brown and Garrett Munson, are finalists in the 2025 SWRE Youth Tour Contest. The final portion of the contest, the interview, was held yesterday. SWRE will announce the winners of the contest live on the Southwest Rural Electric Facebook page at noon today. Good luck to Jacob and Garrett!!
VISD Supt. Dr. Kermit Ward was at Vernon High School at the perfect time today, as he received an Apple Cinnamon Muffin from Culinary Art students Mylee Greening and Mijah Johnson. Our Culinary Arts students made the muffins to celebrate those staff members who had December birthdays. They are celebrating January birthdays next week, and Dr. Ward, who's birthday is this month, received his treat a little early.
Our Lions are in action tonight as they host Holliday in a District 7-3A contest at D.O. Fulton Gym. Sub-varsity games will begin at 4:30 p.m. The Lions will take the court at approximately 7:30 p.m., following the conclusion of the Lady Lions' game. Vernon starts the second round of district play tonight. Good luck Lions!!
Our Lady Lions will host the Holliday Lady Eagles in a big District 7-3A game tonight at D.O. Fulton Gym. A Vernon victory tonight will leave the Lady Lions in sole possession of 2nd place in the district. A loss will put Vernon and Holliday tied for 2nd place with 3 district games remaining. Good luck Lady Lions!!!
Earlier this month VHS junior Zack Sanchez competed in the Class 3A State Congressional Debate competition in Austin. Zack was called to the floor to debate a topic, but didn't make the finals. Other VHS congressional debaters also made the trip to support and cheer for Zack.
Last week the LIonette Drill Team held a mini dance clinic for girls from pre-K to 5th grade. The girls learned a dance and will be performing during halftime of tonight's Lions basketball game at D.O. Fulton Gym.
Yes, it is January, but May will be here before you know it!!
Class of 2025 -- order your caps and gowns this Thursday, Jan. 23, from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., in the VHS Media Center.
