This week is National School Social Work Week and we want to thank our Vernon ISD social worker, Nicole Cameron, for all she does for our students, staff and community!
A huge THANK YOU to our district educational diagnosticians. Vernon ISD is lucky to have all of you working in our district and with our students!
Our Community Resource Fair is 3 weeks away. Mark your calendar and remember to visit the fair to get information on all that is available in our community.
Selected as our McCord Students of the Week for this week were: Pre-Kindergarten -- Emilia Mullins, Josie Estrada, Fernanda Meza, Jarum Esparza and Marciella Ortiz;
Kindergarten -- Vincent Madrigales, Ella Wilson, Kingsley Espinoza, Vincent Lar, Natalie Blanco, Charlee Pearl, Breasia Johnson and ZZ Zuniga;
1st Grade -- Anthony Balderas, Jovani Lopez, Swat Da, Sebastian Logsdon, Ryder Thompson, Adrianna Gutierrez and Kaylee Bennett. Great job!! Congratulations!! Your photo will be displayed on our digital screen and on the digital screen at the Administration Building.
Vernon ISD Supt. Dr. Kermit Ward and Assistant Supt. Blaise Boswell cast their ballot for the important March primaries this week during Early Voting. The early voting period ends at 7 p.m., tonight. All early voting is done at the Wilbarger Auditorium in the Forum Room. Vernon ISD encourages ALL registered voters to exercise their right to vote. If you're unable to vote today during early voting, please make time in your scheduled next Tuesday, March 5, and head to the polls.
March 1 is Maintenance Worker Appreciation Day and we want to give a shout out to our great maintenance crew!!! You take care of four school campuses, an administration building, and numerous auxiliary buildings and facilities. You deal with numerous issues -- some big, some small -- every single day. Thank you for taking care of our VISD team and being on our VISD team!!
TODAY is the deadline to nominate your favorite VISD teacher for the Red River Best Chevy Dealers Teacher Appreciation Contest. We have some OUTSTANDING teachers and they deserve recognition. Students, parents, staff and friends, anyone can nominate their favorite teacher. To nominate, go to RedRiverBestChevyDealersTeacherAppreciation.com
Tomorrow we begin a brand new month! Here's our VISD Cafeteria Menu for March.
As part of our McCord Elementary Dr. Seuss Birthday Celebration Week today is "Wear Green" day, and students were also surprised this morning to be served green eggs and ham for breakfast. The famous author's birthday is Saturday, March 2.
Calling all GOLFERS!!! The 2nd Annual VISD Lions Roar Golf Scramble is set for April 20, 2024. Get your clubs out and get ready for some fun!!! If you're not a golfer, but would like to be a sponsor, contact Kori Eakin at kori.eakin@visdtx.org
Our McCord Students of the Week for this week are: 1st Grade -- Xochitl Blanco, Journee Chance, Weekonehsu Myint, Xavier Valtierra, Kamia Rios, Ruth Lehman and Elijah Mathis;
Kindergarten -- Iris Kymer, Elijah Collier, Steana Hser, Jimena Montes-Perez, Kamryn Castillo, Raylynn Duggan, Granger Gray and EhSunny Poe;
Pre-Kindergarten -- Joanna Sandoval, Jason Moo, Blaize Jackson, Ivan Sandoval and Andrea Belton (not pictured).
Congratulations!!! Keep up the good work!!! Your photo will be posted on the digital signs on our campus and at the Admin Building.
Let's celebrate Dr. Seuss' birthday with a whole week of Dr. Seuss fun!! There's an opportunity to dress up every day and show how much we enjoy Dr. Seuss. And, as always, let's take a moment to read every day!!
Here are a few more photos of our teachers and staff enjoying Monday afternoon's fun. After spending the morning attending professional development sessions, Vernon ISD teachers and staff were able to enjoy the activities of several local businesses. They had their choice of what activity or activities to participate in and whether it was axe throwing, playing pool, watching a movie, painting pottery, playing golf, or playing simulated games, everyone had a blast. A big THANK YOU!! to Paint Your Peace; Phat Axes; Tee Shot; Plaza Theater; and Hillcrest Country Club for providing some great entertainment for our teachers and staff!!
After spending the morning attending professional development sessions, Vernon ISD teachers and staff were able to enjoy the activities of several local businesses Monday afternoon. They had their choice of what activity or activities to participate in and whether it was axe throwing, playing pool, watching a movie, painting pottery, playing golf, or playing simulated games, everyone had a blast. A big THANK YOU!! to Paint Your Peace; Phat Axes; Tee Shot; Plaza Theater; and Hillcrest Country Club for providing some great entertainment for our teachers and staff!!
While our students were not in school on Monday, our teachers and staff were in the morning for professional development. Our Pre-K teachers learned about creating activity centers for their students, while Kindergarten and 1st Grade teachers attended a session concerning intervention and enrichment activities.
Vernon Elementary and Vernon High School teachers and staff attended a session on trauma awareness, while Vernon Middle School teachers and staff attended a session on enrichment activities and strategies. All the sessions were led by representatives from Region 9.
A New Teacher Luncheon was also held for those new to Vernon ISD. VISD instructional coach Shelly Koch spoke at the luncheon, which was catered by Shelly's Cafe.
Just a reminder that while the teachers have to be at school on Monday, it is a FREE day for the students!! Enjoy your day away from the classroom and we'll see you on Tuesday!!
Over 20 residents interested in hearing more about the new child care facility that will be opening later this spring attended an informational meeting Thursday night at the Vernon Elementary School Cafeteria. The new facility is a collaboration between Vernon ISD and Child Care Partners. VISD Supt. Dr. Kermit Ward and Child Care Partners Executive Director Keri Lemon Goins provided information about the new facility, which will located on the South side of the Central Elementary building. Keri said late April or early May is when the facility will be open. To join the waiting list go to https://form.jotform.com/240168404533148
Selected as our McCord Students of the Week for this week were: Pre-Kindergarten -- Ezekiel Nino, Xolchia Bonillias, Luciana Rojas and Grayson Plaster; Kindergarten -- Holden Mahan, Scarlett Tate, Kellin Olivas, Jace Echols, Isabella Echols, Karson Gerald, Sophia Edmonds and Benjamin Brocklehurst; and 1st Grade -- Eh Moo, Annabelle Heard, Raphael Whittington, Khadija Madugi, Miracle Mercy, Tanaka Mubvumba and Navhaphol Nubumrung.
Congratulations!!!! Great job! Your photo will be on the digital signs at our school and the Admin Building.
The Red River Best Chevy Dealers' Teacher Appreciation Contest is underway. Nominate your favorite VISD teacher today!! The more nominations a teacher receives, the better their chances of being recognized. The nomination deadline is Feb. 29. Go to www.RedRiverBestChevyDealersTeacherAppreciation.com or scan the QR code to nominate your favorite teacher today!!
QUICK REMINDER -- Tomorrow is an early release Friday! We hope everyone has a great early start to the weekend!!
