What if students didn’t have to wait until they graduated to turn an idea into something real? At Mount Vernon, entrepreneurship starts early. Not necessarily with a business plan or a pitch competition, but with a belief that students can... Read More
For kindergarten students, a Force and Motion unit becomes an opportunity to investigate scientific concepts, apply them in the real world, and learn from students across campus. What happens when a kindergarten science lesson moves beyond the classroom? On Lower... Read More
The Upper Campus gym was dark, and the screens on either side of the stage played a video in front of a crowd, which began with Emma Neal (Class of 2029) on the cross-country trail writing a note, then folding... Read More
Every summer, Mount Vernon gets to work. But this summer? This one was different. From the upper campus athletic complex to the Lower School hallways, this has been a season of meaningful change, the kind you can see, feel, and... Read More
After nearly three years of vision, generosity, and collective momentum, Mount Vernon’s Let’s Do This campaign is approaching its finish line. What began in October 2023 as a bold idea is now on the brink of becoming reality, setting the... Read More
In every gym, on every field, and across every stage of life, athletics shape leaders. This Women’s History Month, as the Mount Vernon community rallies toward the finish line of the Let’s Do This Capital Campaign, we pause to celebrate... Read More
Thank you to everyone who joined us for the Our Future: Campus Plan Update on Monday evening. Here’s a recap of the momentum, planning, and community-centered vision shaping Mount Vernon’s next chapter. Leading From Where We Are Head of School... Read More
This season marked an important moment in the ongoing growth of the Mount Vernon Girls Basketball program, one shaped by intentional design, deep relationships, and a clear vision for what comes next. Across all three levels, Middle School White, Middle... Read More
At Mount Vernon, athletics is more than competition—it’s connection, growth, and belonging. That vision takes root earlier than most people realize, thanks to Mustangs in Training (MIT), a Lower School athletics initiative designed to give students an opportunity to explore,... Read More
In order to meet the needs of this generation, we must remain agile to new ideas, embracing innovative approaches that redefine traditional educational models. Mount Vernon’s eSports program exemplifies this commitment, blending teamwork, strategy, and skill development to prepare students... Read More