What happens when students aren’t given a prompt, but a problem to solve?
@themvid_students stepped inside @inspirebrands and took on real challenges across @arbys, @baskinrobbins, and @bwwings. No script. No roadmap. Just curiosity, research, and bold thinking.
Eight weeks later, they were presenting their ideas in a boardroom to executives and redefining what student work can look like.
This is learning, reimagined.
Read the full story at the Campus Stories link in our bio....
For Dante Romagnoli ’26, captain of the varsity boys soccer team, this season has been defined by resilience. A belief, reinforced by his coach, that no matter the moment, the next opportunity is always ahead.
That mindset has empowered a team that has grown, battled, and built something of their own. A program they are proud of. A team that has earned respect and now steps onto the field ready to compete, not just participate.
Tomorrow, they play for the region championship.
Dante’s message to future Mustangs is simple: give it your all, because it will give it all back to you.
Through the Let’s Do This campaign, we are creating the spaces and opportunities for more students to build something of their own, to compete, to grow, and to belong.
We are $1M away from the finish line. Help us give our all to future Mustangs....
Through the Grade 5 Summit, learning comes to life beyond the classroom. With purposeful design, expert insight, and collaboration across divisions, students move beyond assignments to create real impact.
This story is one example. What began as a love of soccer grew into something much bigger, a catalyst for connection, a platform for generosity, and a reminder that joy and purpose often go hand in hand.
Decisions are out, and now comes the question… where will you belong?
We asked our students how they knew they belonged at Mount Vernon.
Their answers say it all. A community that welcomes you in. Teachers who truly know and support you. Friends who make you feel seen, included, and valued.
At Mount Vernon, belonging isn’t something you find later, it starts on day one.
The best part of her day? Being on the field with her team.
For Mollie Martin ’26, softball has always been about joy. The joy of practice. The joy of competing. The joy of being with her teammates. She didn’t always know where the sacrifice and commitment would take her, but she knew she loved the game.
Recruited early in her high school career, Mollie committed as a sophomore to play collegiate softball at Sewanee: The University of the South, becoming one of the youngest Mount Vernon student-athletes to reach this milestone. She found a path that allows her to keep playing the sport she loves, on her own terms.
Her story is one of pure joy in the game, and a reminder that every student deserves the chance to discover what they love and pursue it fully. Right now, many students do not have that opportunity due to limited space.
Through the Let’s Do This campaign, we are working to change that. We are creating the spaces that open more doors, so more students can find their path, their team, and their love of the game.
We are $1M away from the finish line. Help us create more opportunities for students to play, grow, and belong. Link in bio to support Let’s Do This....
As we celebrate Easter, we are reminded of a story rooted in love, grace, and the promise of new life. It is a season that calls us to live with hope, extend kindness, and care deeply for one another.
Wishing our community a peaceful and hope-filled Easter. 💐...
It’s Decision Day! 🎉 Today is about more than an answer, it’s the beginning of a journey.
“You should come to Mount Vernon because…” Our students shared what makes this place special: friendships, support, teachers who see you, and the chance to grow into who you’re meant to be.
To our newest Mustangs, we’re so glad you’re here. Your journey of purpose starts now....
What does it really mean to learn a language? Not from a textbook—but by living it.
From navigating daily conversations to building real relationships, Mount Vernon students spent five weeks fully immersed in life in France through the Global Exchange Program. What started with uncertainty turned into confidence, connection, and a whole new perspective on the world.
This is learning you can’t replicate in a classroom. 🇫🇷✨ Link in bio to read their story.
From the classroom to the Capitol. Dr. Schewe’s AP Government students stepped inside Georgia’s Senate, connecting with state leaders and watching the legislative process unfold in real time.
The experience didn’t just bring learning to life, it sparked new questions about how government works, who it serves, and the decisions that shape our communities....
Students across every division came together to celebrate Holi, the vibrant festival of color that honors renewal, joy, and community.
With a special visit from the Kruti Academy Dance Troupe, students explored traditional attire, dance elements, and the meaning behind Holi, brought to life through dynamic performances full of energy and storytelling.
The experience culminated in a joyful Gulal celebration, as students stepped into the tradition firsthand, celebrating together across campus.
4 weeks until Mustang Rally 🎉 Our biggest community celebration of the year is almost here—Friday, April 24! Think carnival rides, games, great food, and all the energy that makes this day so special.
Pro tip: grab your wristbands, tickets, and Family 4-Pack Meals early to skip the lines and make the most of your day.
Family Sponsorships are still available (and include all the fun), or level up to a Carnival Sponsor for a reserved tent space just for your crew.
In Grade 7 Science, it means being able to redesign it.
Through a transdisciplinary approach blending science, humanities, and design, students didn’t just learn about cells, they reimagined them. From circuses to iPhones, each analogy revealed a deeper level of thinking, connection, and creativity.
This is what happens when learning moves beyond memorization. Read more at the campus stories link in our bio!
At just 10 years old, Abby Medford (Class of 2031) was already competing alongside older athletes—playing up, leading with confidence, and setting her sights on the @lpga_tour.
That kind of drive doesn’t happen by chance. It’s built through access, opportunity, and belief.
With $1M to go in the Let’s Do This Campaign, we have the chance to create even more pathways for students like Abby.
Let’s finish what we started. Link in bio to support Let’s Do This....
What happens when classrooms connect across campuses and across the world? 🌍
Interim 2026 brought Lower and Upper School students together through shared experiences, global travel, and meaningful collaboration. From designing countries in Kindergarten to exploring the Galápagos, learning became more connected, more visible, and more real.
Read more about how Interim is expanding what’s possible at the Campus Stories link in our bio.
This Women’s History Month, we’re celebrating the Mount Vernon women who have competed on world stages, led with purpose, and continue to shape what it means to be an athlete. From Olympians and professionals to coaches and mentors, their stories remind us that athletics are about so much more than the game.
As we near the finish line of the Let’s Do This campaign, these stories highlight why investing in athletics matters for the next generation of Mustangs.
Read more at the Campus Stories link in our bio and be part of what’s next.
Grade 6 students dove into neuroscience by designing and building their own brain models, exploring how the brain supports learning, memory, and self-regulation. Through this hands-on project, they examined the structure and function of key brain regions and discovered how these systems work together to process information, store experiences, and guide behavior. By connecting these concepts to their own learning habits and emotional responses, students gained a deeper understanding of how the brain influences both academic growth and personal well-being. 🧠✨...
Last week, PK3 students explored creativity and collaboration through a hands-on 3D yarn sculpture. As they reached, pulled, and wove strands of yarn, they strengthened fine motor skills and spatial awareness while engaging their senses. What began as simple strands quickly became an interactive work of art shaped by curiosity, imagination, and joyful discovery together. ✨...
At Mount Vernon, digital learning begins long before students receive their first personal devices.
In the Lower School, hands-on exploration leads the way while technology is introduced thoughtfully and with purpose. Along the way, students build digital wellness and digital citizenship skills that help them engage responsibly and develop healthy habits in a connected world.
Through partnerships with families and @barktechnologies Connected Communities, we are helping students navigate technology with confidence, empathy, and care.
Tres Gonzalez, Class of 2019, built the foundation for his baseball career at Mount Vernon, where the support of his teachers, coaches, and counselors helped him grow as both an athlete and a person. That foundation carried him to Georgia Tech, where he competed at the collegiate level, and today he continues his journey as part of the Pittsburgh Pirates organization.
His story reflects the power of a community that sees potential and invests in it. Through the Let’s Do This campaign, Mount Vernon is creating spaces that strengthen student-athlete development and expand opportunities for future Mustangs.
These facilities are in progress, but they won’t be able to be fully utilized until we reach our fundraising goal.
We are just over $1 million away. Watch Tres’s story and help us cross the finish line so the next generation of Mustangs can pursue their passions with the same support that helped launch his....
Motown hits, student voices, and a whole lot of heart 🎶✨
Designed by our Upper School Entertainment Business and Marketing students in partnership with our IDEA team, this year’s Black History Month celebration brought every division to the stage. From Lower, Middle, and Upper School performances to powerful fireside chats with contemporary artists, the evening explored how Motown’s legacy still shapes today’s cultural landscape.
It was education, celebration, and community all in one unforgettable night.
What does French food have to do with the French Revolution, global markets, and cultural identity?
In Grade 8… everything. 🇫🇷✨
Through an inquiry-driven French Food Unit, students are exploring how language, history, and culture intersect. From gastronomy and gendered vocabulary to real-world café experiences, they’re discovering that learning a language is really about understanding the world.
At Mount Vernon, we start with questions and end with global perspective. 🌍
Haris Flynn, Class of 2026, began his running journey in Grade 8 at Mount Vernon. What started as a middle school pursuit quickly became a passion, one that has now led him to sign with the University of Pennsylvania to compete at the collegiate level.
His story began here. Because of the Let’s Do This campaign, the next generation of runners will begin with even greater opportunity.
The addition of a regulation-size six lane track, and an expanded trail system enabling Mount Vernon to host 5K events, both in progress, will transform training and competition for our student-athletes. These facilities will not be completed or ready for use until we reach our final goal.
We are just over $1M away. Watch Haris’s story and help us cross the finish line so future Mustangs can chase their goals on a track built for what’s possible. Link in bio to support Let’s Do This....
Second grade is thinking big… like Yellowstone big. 🌎✨
As they investigate landforms and geology, students are exploring why Yellowstone National Park is home to erupting geysers, bubbling paint pots, and steaming hot springs. By discovering that the park sits atop a volcano, they’re beginning to understand how geothermal forces shape the Earth in powerful and surprising ways.
Through observation, questioning, and hands-on exploration, these young geologists are uncovering how extraordinary landscapes are formed.
In Ms. Gero and Mrs. Weintraub’s 8th Grade Humanities, learning is rooted in inquiry and human connection.
Through a station rotation centered on Holocaust studies, students used the “See–Feel–Wonder” thinking routine to engage with powerful images and primary sources—analyzing, reflecting, and connecting individual stories to the broader arc of history.
That learning deepened as Esther Levy visited to share her mother’s story of surviving the Holocaust. It was a powerful time of listening, perspective, and remembrance.
As students prepare to visit national memorials and museums in Washington, D.C., they carry with them not only knowledge, but empathy and questions that matter.
The Lower School stage came alive as Kindergarten through Grade 5 students stepped boldly into the spotlight for this year’s Variety Show. ✨
From vocal performances and instrumental music to solo and group dances, gymnastics, magic, and comedy, each act reflected confidence, creativity, and courage. More than a show, it was a celebration of bravery, self-expression, and the pure joy of performing together. 💙
What happens when ninth graders become designers… and second graders become the clients?
In our new Traveling Classroom experience, Upper School students partnered with Grade 2 learners to design personalized reading hideouts inspired by their interests and favorite book characters. It meant asking better questions. Listening closely. Printing blueprints to full scale. And watching younger students literally step inside the ideas.
The result? Real collaboration across campuses and a powerful reminder that design starts with empathy.
Read how this cross-divisional partnership is redefining Interim at the Campus Stories link in our bio!
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