Vernon, Kansas facts for kids

Vernon is a small place in Kansas, United States. It's called an unincorporated community. This means it's a group of homes and people, but it doesn't have its own local government, like a city or town does. Instead, it's part of a larger area called Woodson County.

Vernon's Past

Vernon once had its own post office. A post office is where people send and receive mail. The one in Vernon opened in 1887. That's a long time ago! It helped people living there get their letters and packages. But after many years, in 1953, the post office closed down. This often happens when communities change or grow smaller.

Learning in Vernon

Kids living in Vernon go to schools managed by the Woodson USD 366 public school district. A school district is like a group that organizes and runs all the public schools in a certain area. This district makes sure students in Vernon and nearby areas get a good education.