Author: Ryan Reece

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In-Person, Online, and Hybrid: What Learning Looks Like in Upper School

Education is no longer confined to the walls of a traditional classroom. In the Upper School, that reality is embraced through multiple learning pathways. Whether students opt for in-person classes, fully online coursework, or a hybrid approach, the goal remains the same: to provide a flexible, meaningful education that caters to the unique needs and…

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Igniting Creative Purpose: Brandon Sadler Empowers Mount Vernon’s Future Artists

At Mount Vernon, we’re always exploring innovative ways to inspire and engage our students, which is why the recent visit from acclaimed Atlanta artist Brandon Sadler was nothing short of transformative. As part of our Visiting Artists program, thoughtfully arranged by Mariana Depetris, Sadler stepped into our Upper School’s print-making class and instantly connected with…

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Mount Vernon Earns Arbor Day Foundation Tree Campus K-12 Recognition

Amid ongoing tree removal along Mount Vernon Highway, we’re proud to share a positive environmental story from our own campus. Mount Vernon has been honored with the prestigious Tree Campus K-12 recognition from the Arbor Day Foundation, making us the first school in metro Atlanta to achieve this distinction. This recognition highlights our school’s commitment…

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Impact Summits: Three Intentional Moments Along A Learner’s Journey of Purpose

At Mount Vernon, the learning journey is defined by impactful experiences that shape not only a learner’s academic life but also their identity and sense of purpose. The Grade 5, Grade 8, and Grade 11 Impact Summits are three moments within this journey, offering learners the opportunity to explore, reflect, and present their work in…

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Redesigning the Iconic Alpha/Omega Mount Vernon Experience

We believe in the power of connection—intentionally linking the journeys of our youngest and oldest students through a Mount Vernon tradition we call Alpha & Omega. Most people recognize the iconic Alpha/Omega moment at Mustang Rally, our annual, all-school spring event when seniors walk hand in hand with (or carry) Preschoolers through the parade of…

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Creating Connections: How the Lower School Buddy Program is Building Belonging and Leadership

At Mount Vernon, we believe in fostering an inclusive community where every student feels they belong. This year, Lower School launched the new Buddy Program, designed to support new Mustangs as they transition into our school community while also creating valuable leadership opportunities for returning students. Owen, a fourth-grade student new to Mount Vernon last…

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Creating a Culture of Belonging: The Power of Community at Mount Vernon Middle School

In the Middle School, the concept of community is more than just a word—it’s a deeply ingrained part of the student experience, intentionally designed to foster a sense of belonging and guide students on their Journey of Purpose. Mount Vernon has crafted Community time as a cornerstone of its Middle School program, ensuring that students…

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Welcoming Our 2024-2025 International Students: A Global Vision Realized

In 2020, Mount Vernon embarked on an ambitious partnership with The Dewey Schools (TDS) in Vietnam, driven by a forward-thinking vision: by the fall of 2024, students from Vietnam would be thriving alongside our Upper Campus students. This moment, years in the making, is the culmination of intentional planning, foresight, and a series of meaningful…

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