VMS Girls Track and Field had two successful meets last week, with Center Point-Urbana on Tuesday and WAMAC on Friday. 7th Grade tied for 3rd Place at CPU and 8th Grade got 1st Place at CPU and 3rd Place at WAMAC. Coaches Menken and Kuethe are very proud of our Vernon athletes!
MISD is hiring for the summer and upcoming school year! 🙌
Discover rewarding opportunities and connect with us by visiting: https://www.marion-isd.org/page/employment-opportunities
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VMS Girls and Boys Soccer will compete this afternoon at the MHS Grass Fields. The girls will play at 4:15 pm and the boys will play at 5:30 pm. Good luck to our athletes!
Wishing every mom in our community a Happy Mother’s Day filled with joy! 🌷
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VMS has lots of sports action tonight! The VMS Boys and Girls Track and Field teams will travel to Independence for the WAMAC Conference Meet at 4:15 pm. The VMS Girls and Boys Soccer teams will take on Mount Vernon at the Marion Stadium (Girls at 4:15 pm and Boys at 5:30 pm).
Make a difference before the school year ends! ❤️
Every month, we serve around 23,000 lunches and 7,000 breakfasts, ensuring students are nourished and ready to learn. No student is ever turned away from a meal, but unpaid lunch debt continues to rise.
Your donation, no matter the amount, can make a real impact—helping students grow, learn, and succeed.
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As we round out Teacher Appreciation Week, we’re reminded that the impact of a great educator lasts far beyond the classroom. 💫
Whether it’s offering a listening ear, sparking curiosity, or encouraging confidence, our MISD staff shape lives every single day.
Thank you for being the steady, inspiring force our students count on. 🙌
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This week, we’re celebrating the incredible educators and staff members who make MISD a place where students grow and thrive! 🎉
From the classroom to the back office, every role matters. We are grateful for the heart, dedication, and hard work every person brings through the door.
Let’s thank our outstanding team this Teacher Appreciation Week! 🙏
The VMS Band Concerts will take place this evening at the new Marion Performing Arts Center. The 5th and 6th Grade Bands perform at 6:00 pm and the 7th and 8th Grade Bands perform at 7:00 pm. Good luck to our Vernon musicians!
Current 8th-11th Grade Students are encouraged to try out for the 25-26 MHS Color Guard team next week! Sign up for auditions at https://forms.gle/ThAQ6mPYXvbxpHjJ9. Reach out to Coach Liz Thurston at ethurston@marion-isd.org with questions.
The VMS Boys Soccer team will take on Xavier Catholic Middle Schools at 3:00 this afternoon at the Regis Soccer Field. Good luck to our soccer players!
The VMS Boys and Girls Track & Field teams will both be in action, starting at 4:15 pm. The boys travel to Vinton-Shellsburg and the girls compete in Center Point-Urbana. Good luck to our athletes!
It's Teacher Appreciation Week!
We are proud to recognize our incredible educators during Teacher Appreciation Week!
Their passion, resilience, and commitment lift up every student they teach. This week, and every week, we are grateful for the difference they make in our schools, our community, and our world.
Join us in celebrating their amazing work! 🎉#MISDInspire #MISDOwnYourFuture
The Colorguard Showcase & Middle School Clinic are happening today! 🙌
The Middle School Clinic is 5-7pm, followed by the Showcase at 7:15pm. We hope to see you at the MHS Red Gym!
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Today is School Lunch Hero Day! We’re proud to recognize the food service staff who support students through nutritious meals & warm smiles. 😊 Your efforts help every student thrive, both academically and personally. We appreciate all you do! #MISDInspire #MISDOwnYourFuture
Reminder for K-6 Families: FAST literacy assessments will take place the week of May 5 for all K-6 students at Parkview, Longfellow, FMI, and Vernon.
Encourage good habits by making sure your child:
✅ Gets a good night’s sleep
✅ Eats a nutritious breakfast
✅ Arrives at school on time
Let’s help our students show what they know! 📖
Mental Health Awareness Month is a time to reflect and reach out. Whether you're offering support or in need of it, your voice matters.
Let’s keep fostering a school community where everyone feels seen, heard, and valued. 💚
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It's National Principals' Day! School Principals’ Day is celebrated on May 1 annually to recognize the importance of principals and all the work they do for the betterment of the school. Thank you Marion Independent School District Principals! #MISDinspire #MISDOwnYourFuture
Congratulations to the VMS students who participated in the Coe College Elementary and Junior Honor Bands during the month of April. Those students rehearsed with talented guest conductors and presented wonderful finale concerts. #VMSInspire
The VMS Girls and Boys Track & Field teams will both be competing this afternoon. The girls meet is at Independence and the boys meet is at Center Point-Urbana. Both meets begin at 4:15 pm. Good luck to all of our Vernon runners, jumpers, and throwers!
