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The Power of What’s Next: Leadership, Belonging, and Girls Basketball at Mount Vernon

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 School Blue, and Varsity, the program is no longer operating as separate teams, but as…

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

September 18, 2024 (September 18, 2024) by Ryan Reece

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... Read More

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

September 11, 2024 by Ryan Reece

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... Read More

Redesigning the Iconic Alpha/Omega Mount Vernon Experience

September 4, 2024 by Ryan Reece

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... Read More

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

August 28, 2024 by Ryan Reece

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... Read More

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

August 21, 2024 by Ryan Reece

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... Read More

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

August 14, 2024 by Ryan Reece

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... Read More

Student Agency: Transforming Mount Vernon through Sustainability

April 24, 2024 (June 3, 2024) by Mount Vernon

In the heart of Mount Vernon, a quiet revolution is brewing, and Beau Reinking, Sustainability Prefect, his committee, and his fellow Mustangs in the Tree Club on Lower Campus, are at the forefront. With a passion for environmental stewardship and... Read More

Polygon Palooza: Celebrating Geometry in Lower School

April 17, 2024 (June 16, 2024) by Mount Vernon

Last Thursday, the Lower School was abuzz with excitement as students from Kindergarten to Fifth Grade came together for a day of learning, costumes, competitions, special guests, and fun! Polygon Palooza was a celebration of the depth of geometry learning... Read More

Designing the Future of Fun: Inside the Design Process for Mustang Rally

April 10, 2024 (June 12, 2024) by Mount Vernon

At Mount Vernon, innovation isn’t just a buzzword; it’s a daily part of life and learning. For the second consecutive year, Grade 8 students in Impact Design Lab (IDL) are taking on the challenge of reimagining the field games for... Read More

Upper School Interim 2024 Recap

April 3, 2024 (May 27, 2024) by Mount Vernon

6 Continents visited 13 Countries visited 4 States visited 310 Student travelers 50 Faculty chaperones 61 Internships 90 CORE students Interim is a unique experience that propels our students into a world of learning beyond the traditional classroom walls. The... Read More

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During The Mitten in Spanish, Mrs. Paola co-created a word wall with students as new animal vocabulary emerged naturally from the story, honoring student voice and authentic language learning. A simple shift from crayons to colorful scarves added movement, imagination, and sparked incredible conversation. Engagement was high, curiosity was leading, and the language we heard was amazing.

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