VMS teachers recognized outstanding students at Third Quarter Awards Ceremonies held last week. Here are a few of the students who were recognized for their hard work and efforts over the past quarter of the school year! Keep up the good work!
about 21 hours ago, Vernon Middle School
3rd Quarter PBIS Award Winners
3rd Quarter PBIS Award Winners
3rd Quarter PBIS Award Winners
3rd Quarter PBIS Award Winners
3rd Quarter PBIS Award Winners

Support the VMS PBIS program through the Meal POPs Mobile App Fundraiser, providing participants with a mobile app that provides valuable restaurant vouchers. Join the fundraiser at: https://payments-na1.hubspot.com/payments/purchase/hscs_sNHkFz9vWu6q3uC9vudEfopEY19SMUqMagAXMthmgzr399lPRf7JUus0QR5AED27 and read instructions and more details about the Meal POPs program at: https://www.marion-isd.org/article/2806861

about 22 hours ago, Vernon Middle School
Meal POPs Support the PBIS Program for $60 per year at mealpops.com
Meal POPs PBIS Local Restaurant Partners
Our next VMS FASTWORKS session will be on Thursday, April 16 at 5:30 pm in the VMS cafeteria. Fastworks is fun, free, and includes pizza, prizes, and fun! Register by Friday 4/10 at BIT.LY/FASTWORKS, and don't forget the annual picnic on May 14 at 5:30 pm at Thomas Park!
about 23 hours ago, Vernon Middle School
FASTWORKS 4/16 - Register by 4/10 and Picnic on 5/14 at 5:30 pm at Thomas Park
VMS teachers have been working throughout the school year to enhance classroom lessons by applying the principles of Universal Design for Learning (UDL). Read more at: https://www.marion-isd.org/article/2801989
1 day ago, Vernon Middle School
Students working on classroom assignments with Choice/Collaboration/Rigor and Student Ownership
Students working on classroom assignments with Choice and Retrieval Practice
Students working on classroom assignments with Representation and Pathway Choices
Students working on classroom assignments with Academic Discussion and Engagement
Students working on classroom assignments with Pathway Choices and Real Life Application
Marion Athletic Booster Club invites the community to its upcoming fundraising event on Sunday, April 19, from Noon–4:00 PM at X-Golf in Cedar Rapids. To register or learn more, please visit: https://charitygolftoday.com/event?e=26243&ce=5f5b17
2 days ago, Marion ISD
Marion Athletic Booster Club Fundraiser - April 19
Tonight is your last chance to order your VMS Soccer Gear at https://vernonsoccer26.itemorder.com/shop/home/ ⚽ The store closes April 1st, so place your order now!
7 days ago, Vernon Middle School
VMS Soccer Apparel Orders Due Tonight, April 1st

Happy Paraprofessionals Day! Thank you to all of the incredible paraeducators who serve in these vital roles at Vernon Middle School. #VMSInspire

7 days ago, Vernon Middle School
Thank you - Paraeducators and Special Education Associates. Vernon Middle School appreciates you (staff pictured).

Order your VMS Soccer Gear at https://vernonsoccer26.itemorder.com/shop/home/ ⚽ The store closes April 1st, so place your order soon!

8 days ago, Vernon Middle School
VMS Soccer Apparel Sale 2026 - Orders Due April 1st
The VMS Spring Dance will be held after school on Tuesday, March 31st. The 5th & 6th grade dance will be from 3:15-4:30 pm, and the 7th & 8th grade dance will be from 5:30-6:45 pm. Entry is $2, and students can bring extra money for concessions. We can't wait to see you there!
13 days ago, Vernon Middle School
VMS Spring Dance, Tuesday, March 31st
VMS Activities: Thursday, March 26 - Show Choir Concert
13 days ago, Vernon Middle School
VMS & MHS Show Choir Concert
Mr. Read's 5th grade Wellness classes graduated DARE with Officer Davis this week! Congratulations! #VMSInspire
14 days ago, Vernon Middle School
2026 D.A.R.E. Graduates from Mr. Read's Class
Please take a moment to enjoy the latest VMS PBIS Newsletter for February and March!
14 days ago, Vernon Middle School
VMS February/March Newsletter 2026

Congratulations to our VMS Concert Bands and Jazz Band, who recently attended NEIBA Large Group and Jazz Festivals, and all earned ratings in the Superior category! Great job, Vernon Bands!

26 days ago, Vernon Middle School
VMS Bands at NEIBA Contest
VMS Jazz Band at NEIBA Contest
With a big assist from home, the VMS sixth grade social studies scribes traveled back in time to Ancient Mesopotamia to etch words in the world's oldest written language, cuneiform. A big thanks to all those who made the salt dough to help us out, you are appreciated!
26 days ago, Vernon Middle School
6th Grade Social Studies Cuneiform Project
6th Grade Social Studies Cuneiform Project
6th Grade Social Studies Cuneiform Project
6th Grade Social Studies Cuneiform Project
6th Grade Social Studies Cuneiform Project
6th Grade Social Studies Cuneiform Project

The VMS Jazz Band and Show Choir completed their annual tour of the MISD middle, intermediate, and elementary schools today. The performances were entertaining and inspiring! Kudos to our amazing students and their directors, Mrs. Waymire and Mrs. Scherbring! 🎶🎷🥁🎤

27 days ago, Vernon Middle School
Vernon Jazz Band & Show Choir Tour
Vernon Jazz Band & Show Choir Tour
Vernon Jazz Band & Show Choir Tour
Shout out to our VMS student ambassadors for helping with today’s 6th Grade Career Speaker Day! Today, these students welcomed each guest presenter and escorted them to classrooms, where students learned about different careers and the many opportunities they can pursue in the future.
29 days ago, Vernon Middle School
Sixth Grade Career Speaker Day Student Ambassadors
VMS Soccer meetings will be held after school this week: 7/8 Girls Soccer Meeting on Tuesday, March 10 @ 3:05 in Ms. Cochrane's Room and 7/8 Boys Soccer Meeting on Thursday, March 12 @ 3:05 in the Cafeteria. The soccer coaches can't wait to see you there!
30 days ago, Vernon Middle School
VMS Soccer Meetings 3/10 and 3/12
From Coach Menken: VMS Track and Field Meetings will be held in the conference room after school Monday, March 9th (Boys) and Tuesday, March 10th (Girls). You will meet the coaches, get season calendars, and learn about Bound enrollment. See you there -- bring a friend!
about 1 month ago, Vernon Middle School
Boys and Girls Track Meetings March 9 and 10
VMS Activities: Thursday, March 5 - Choir Concert (MHS Red Gym)
about 1 month ago, Vernon Middle School
Choral Showcase - 3/6/25
VMS Activities: Thursday, March 5 - Choir Concert
about 1 month ago, Vernon Middle School
Choral Showcase - 3/5/26