T.G. McCord Elementary

Vernon ISD in-person registration/enrollment for the 2025-26 school year is being held today in the cafeteria of the Vernon Elementary School. The morning session will continue until 12:30 p.m. The afternoon session will begin at 1:30 p.m. and continue until 7 p.m. Please use the South door -- marked A4 -- to enter the building.

Vernon ISD is preparing for the 2025-26 school year and we are currently putting together our Substitute Teacher List. Serving as a substitute teacher is a great way to earn extra income. As a sub, you are really your own boss, as accepting or declining a sub assignment is totally in your hands. To sign up to be a substitute teacher with Vernon ISD, please click on this link: bit.ly/visdemployment and scroll down the page.

Tomorrow, Vernon ISD will be holding an in-person enrollment/registration day for all grades in the cafeteria at Vernon Elementary School. Please use the South door -- A4 -- to enter the building. The in-person enrollment/registration will begin at 7:30 a.m. and continue until 12:30 p.m. It will resume at 1:30 p.m. and continue until 7 p.m.
Parents enrolling new students to the Vernon Independent School District must bring the student's: birth certificate; shot record; proof of residency; proof of ID and/or social security card.

Our Vernon ISD Supt. Dr. Kermit Ward recently sat down for an interview with KAUZ News Channel 6 report Devon Bajek. You can view the interview here: https://www.newschannel6now.com/2025/07/26/changes-are-horizon-vernon-isd-staff-students-this-school-year/

Vernon ISD's parent portal -- Skyward -- will be locked down most of today while the district rolls students to their appropriate grade level for the 2025-26 school year. Skyward should be available for online registration/enrollment after 4 p.m. today. We apologize for any inconvenience. A quick reminder that in-person enrollment/registration will be held Wednesday in the cafeteria at Vernon Elementary School beginning at 7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., and 1:30 p.m. to 7 p.m.

If your child is going to attend Vernon ISD and you have concerns about their learning, speech or behavior development now is the time to let the district know. If you have questions or concerns, please contact Debbie Pearce at 940-553-1900, ext. 2222, or email debbie.pearce@visdtx.org.

Due to Senate Bill 401, school districts across the state have been forced to make a decision on whether or not to allow homeschool students who live in their district to participate in UIL events. On Monday night, Vernon ISD trustees voted 4-3 to allow homeschool students to participate in UIL activities.

The Vernon Lion Football Camp wrapped up this morning. Earning Camper of the Day honors were Samuel Reeder, Kale Martinez, Karter Gee, Tyler Holmes, Isaiah Boyd, William McArthur, and Tyler Bohannon.

Day 2 of the Vernon Lions Football Camp was another fun one today. Receiving Campers of the Day honors were Wyatt Boatman, Elijah Lewis, Jace Hennessee, Luke Parmer, Jadarious Scales and Xaven Leija. The camp wraps up tomorrow morning.

Thinking about joining our Vernon ISD family? Here are a few reasons to come be a part of our Pride of Lions!

Six young men were named "Campers of the Day" for Day 1 of the Vernon Lion Football Camp. Receiving the honor were Lux Limon, Asher Moore, Brazos Eakin, Luke Luster, RJ Villarreal, and Damien Green. The camp continues Tuesday and Wednesday morning at Leo Brittain Field at Lion Stadium.

While we encourage parents to enroll/register their child online, we will have an in-person enrollment/registration day on Wednesday, July 30, in the cafeteria at Vernon Elementary School. The in-person enrollment/registration will begin at 7:30 a.m. and continue until 12:30 p.m. It will resume at 1:30 p.m. and continue until 7 p.m.
Parents enrolling new students to the Vernon Independent School District must bring the student's: birth certificate; shot record; proof of residency; proof of ID and/or social security card.

Don't forget!! The Boys & Girls Club of Vernon's Back To School Bash is happening Tuesday, Aug. 5!!! School supplies will be handed out and there will also be food vendors, fun games, entertainment and more!! Mark your calendar!!

The Vernon Lions Football Camp kicked off today and will conclude on Wednesday. If you have a youngster from kindergarten thru 9th grade who didn't make it out today, it's not too late!!! Bring them on out to Leo Brittain Field at Lion Stadium tomorrow. The camp starts at 8:30 a.m. and is over at 11 a.m.

We're 3 weeks away from the start of the 2025-26 school year. If you're shopping early, here's the school supply list for McCord.

We kick off the VHS Youth Football Camp bright and early Monday morning!!
The camp is scheduled for July 21-23 at Leo Brittain Field at Lion Stadium. All area youngsters in kindergarten thru 9th grade are invited to attend. Registration fee is $30. To register, please follow this link: https://forms.gle/BQN7VfaiKDcyHJwp9

UPDATE!!!
Vernon ISD online registration/enrollment has resumed!
PARENTS -- If you already completed the online registration/enrollment process -- PLEASE go back to the site and choose the yes/no box. We apologize for any inconvenience.
We're looking forward to a great 2025-26!!

We're a week away from kicking off the VHS Youth Football Camp!! The camp will be held July 21-23 at Leo Brittain Field at Lion Stadium. The camp is open to area youngsters in kindergarten thru 9th grade. Registration fee is $30. To register, please follow this link: https://forms.gle/BQN7VfaiKDcyHJwp9

In just 7 weeks the Vernon Lions kick off their 2025 season!
Our cheerleaders are already hard work on plans to keep that Lion spirit strong all year long!! They have already set the pep rally theme for all 10 regular season games, and the theme for Homecoming Week. The homecoming game is set for Oct. 10.
Get those creative juices flowing!