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What happens when students don’t just attend a program—they design it?
Through a bold new partnership, our @themvid_students 10th graders are co-creating a real-world entrepreneurship experience with @innovatewithhill.
See how purpose meets possibility in this game-changing collaboration at the campus stories link in our bio!
#MVxFurman #InnovationInEducation #DesignThinking #StudentLed
Last week, the Upper School community gathered to celebrate the academic achievements, leadership, and character of our students. From book awards and prefect honors to cords, plaques, and pins, the ceremony recognized a wide range of excellence across all grade levels.
Congratulations to our Valedictorian, Herris Fentress, our Salutatorian, Ryley Fuller, and our Class Speaker, Caroline Davis, along with every honoree whose hard work and dedication lit up the stage. We are so proud of each of you—and can’t wait to see where your journey leads next.
🎉 Mustang Rally 2025 was one for the books! From a Braves drumline kickoff to epic field games, student performances, soap box races, and a surprise faculty Masked Singer showdown, our community showed up with heart, talent, and purpose. Together, we raised over $140K for our annual fund and another $21K for the Let’s Do This campaign! 💙 Thank you for rallying with us—what a day of joy, connection, and Mustang pride! 🐎💫 Full photo gallery in our bio!
Grade 8 Algebra 1 students brought math to life through string art! 🎨➗ Using their knowledge of quadratic functions, they designed incredible individual and collaborative installations—transforming concepts like vertex, axis of symmetry, and parabolic curves into stunning visual models. Proof that math isn’t just numbers on a page — it’s art in action! ✨
Six incredible Mustangs are taking their talents to the next level! 🎉 We`re proud to celebrate these Spring-Sport athletes as they continue their journeys of hard work, passion, and excellence in college athletics.
Join us in congratulating:
⚾ Nathan Shumway – Rhodes College
🏃♂️ Collin Maher – Washington University
🏈 Bristan DeRocher – Hampden-Sydney College
🏈 Walker Warshaw – Hampden-Sydney College
⚽ Davis Regier – Berry College
🎾 Daniela O`Leary – University of Richmond
Your next chapter is just beginning — and we’ll be cheering you on every step of the way! 🏆 #SigningDay #ForeverAMustang
🌎💚 At Mount Vernon, Earth Day is more than a celebration — it’s a spark for lasting change. From planting seedlings with @smurfitwestrockcompany to designing future cities and leading community cleanups, students across every grade are stepping up as stewards of our planet. 🌱✨
See how learning, leadership, and sustainability come together in our latest blog: [Campus Stories link in bio] 🌍🔗
#EarthDayMV #StudentLeadership #SustainabilityInAction #MVxESG
🎭✨ Twelfth Night like you’ve never seen it!
Our Upper School cast turned Shakespeare into a bluesy, high-energy, laugh-out-loud experience. With immersive seating, live music (shoutout to our 8th grade musicians + special guest Jeff Watkins!), and surprise moments at every turn, this wasn’t just a show—it was a celebration of creativity, community, and the magic of live theater. 🎶💃🍽️
See more photos here: https://mountvernonschool.smugmug.com/24-25/US-Theatre-Twelfth-Night
☀️ Summer is almost here—and with it comes a unique opportunity to expand your horizons, explore new subjects, and build skills that create more flexibility for the fall.
We’re now enrolling for Mod 5 of MV Online summer learning!
Choose from courses like:
📊 Statistics 1.1 & 1.2
🧪 Physics 1.1 & 1.2
🧠 Intro to Psychology
🧘 Health & Yoga
💡 Leadership in Action
❓ Big Questions
🗓️ Enroll by May 16 to save your spot! Link in bio!
In this Easter season of renewal, every bloom placed in love is a reminder of the life we’re made to live—full of purpose, wonder, and grace. 💐 Wishing everyone a joyful and hope-filled Easter!
🎉 Mustang Rally is just ONE WEEK AWAY! 🎪🎤
Get ready for Rally 2025 — a full-day, all-school celebration packed with carnival rides, games, performances, and the debut of The Rally Stage! From sound design to stage management, our students are running the show and turning this year’s Rally into a full-on festival of creativity. 💥
Don’t forget to register on the Rally Site (link in bio) for cashless tickets + epic auction items (like a golf cart 👀)
🌩️📺 Big day for our Kindergartners! 11Alive’s Thunder Truck rolled onto campus, turning their weather studies into a hands-on adventure!
From 360° cameras to storm-tracking tech, students got an up-close look at how meteorologists report in extreme conditions. 🌪️💡 Their sharp questions and curious minds even earned them a spot on the evening news! 🎤🎬
Real-world learning at its finest! #MVKindergarten #ThunderTruck #FutureForecasters
Join us in celebrating a decade of @naeyc re-accreditation at Mount Vernon`s Preschool! 💙
For 10 consecutive years, we’ve proudly met the highest standards in early childhood education — and we’ve done it again! 🙌
We’re the ONLY PS–12 Independent School in Metro Atlanta with this prestigious accreditation, proving our ongoing commitment to:
✨ Nurturing environments
✨ Family partnerships
✨ Meaningful community connections
This milestone validates our promise to families: your children are thriving in an exceptional, high-quality learning environment from the very start. 💫
🎉 The Lower School was buzzing with excitement during Polygon Palooza! From Kindergarten to Grade 5, students celebrated geometry in the most fun and interactive way! 🏗️✨
They rocked their costumes, competed in friendly challenges, and got their hands on activities that brought math to life. Even parent experts joined in, sharing how geometry shapes their careers—from architects to engineers. 🌍🔵
Polygon Palooza isn’t just a tradition; it’s a celebration of creativity, learning, and how math connects to the world around us.
Foam finger? Check. Pom pom? Always. School spirit? Unmatched. Renegade’s ready to lead the Mustang Rally parade on April 25 — and he’s never looked more action-ready. 💥📦
🎪🎉 Mustang Rally is TWO WEEKS AWAY! 🎉🎪
From parades to popcorn, field games to face paint — and even a Masked Singer competition — it’s a day you’ll never forget. 🎤🎭
🎟️ LAST CHANCE to preorder your lunch + tickets is TODAY! Link in bio!
Let’s get ready to rally, Mustangs! 💙
Two countries. One story.
🌍 Mount Vernon students with experiences in both Vietnam and Atlanta are diving deep into what it means to be a high school student in 2024. Their global perspective on education offers fresh insights, powerful narratives, and a window into the ways culture shapes the student experience.
✍️📚 Don’t miss this thought-provoking story at the Campus Stories link in our bio.
Taste of MV was an unforgettable celebration of culture, community, and cuisine! Our campus came alive with traditional music, dancing, and delicious dishes from around the world—featuring representation from over 20 countries! 🌍💃🍛 MV families shared their heritage with joy and pride, reminding us all of the beauty in our diversity. 💙
💙 🎉 Admissions decisions are out, and we couldn’t be more excited to welcome you to the Mustang family! From the classroom to the frontier, the field to ground floor, and everywhere in between — we’ve saved a seat for YOU. 🌟🐎 Your journey of purpose starts NOW… and it’s a great day to be a Mustang!
✨ Big questions, big learning! ✨
Our PK2 students were full of curiosity about babies, so their teachers created an immersive learning experience to help them explore! 🍼👶
💡 "What do babies need?" Students set up a Baby Store where they shopped for diapers, blankets, clothes, toys, and baby food—learning firsthand how to care for a little one. With play money in hand, they lined up at the register to make their purchases!
🥄 Baby Food Taste Test! Ever wondered what baby food actually tastes like? Our little learners got to sample different flavors and compare their reactions to what babies might think!
💗 Special Visitors! The class welcomed several infants, toddlers, and their moms for a hands-on Q&A. They observed different developmental stages, learning how babies begin to sit up, reach for toys, and express their wants in new ways.
🔎 Exploring Ultrasounds! Students discovered how ultrasound machines measure babies, capture images inside a mother’s belly, and listen for heartbeats. They even learned that ultrasounds help examine puppies, elephant calves, and other animals! Inspired by this, they built their own ultrasound machine using a ball, a paper towel roll, duct tape, and yarn—then connected it to a computer for their own "scans!"
By following their natural curiosity, these young learners built empathy, developed real-world connections, and had so much fun along the way! 💕
#InquiryInAction #CuriousMinds #PK2Adventures
🎬 What happens when students take the lead in storytelling, broadcasting, and innovation? You get MNN—a student-driven news network that’s shaping future communicators! 📰✨
Recognized by @saisnews in its March newsletter, MNN is more than a show—it’s a launchpad for real-world skills and purpose-driven learning. And the best part? The journey is just beginning!
Read more at the campus stories link in our bio!
🧵✨ Stitched with Purpose! ✨🧵
Our first grade quilters just wrapped up a journey of creativity, perseverance, and a whole lot of stitching! 🪡 From designing and measuring to cutting and piecing, they crafted their own quilted masterpieces—some even transformed into vibrant pillows and tote bags!
Along the way, they sharpened their fine motor skills, spatial awareness, and patience, proving that great things come one stitch at a time. 🧶💛
Check out their one-of-a-kind creations!
🌸✨ A burst of color, culture, and celebration! ✨🌸
Preschool through Grade 5 students shared what Holi means to them — family traditions, vibrant attire, and delicious festival foods. 🎨🥭💃 Georgia Tech dancers brought energy with a performance from Punjab! After learning, students embraced the Festival of Colors, tossing gulal and spreading joy. 🌈🎉
To top it off? Tikka Masala and mango smoothies for lunch! 🍛🥭
#HoliCelebration #FestivalOfColors
🏈 Grade 8 Sports & Entertainment students scored big with a virtual session featuring Super Bowl champ @mrfujita & GT’s @j.t.byrne! They shared their journeys through college and pro sports, offering wisdom on purpose, resilience, and growth. A powerful reminder of the value of learning from real-world experiences! 💡🔥
Learning at Mount Vernon goes beyond the classroom—it`s about discovering purpose and making an impact! 🌎✨ Our Impact Summits in Grades 5, 8, and 11 empower students to showcase their learning, leadership, and agency in powerful ways.
The Grade 5 Impact Summit is the first step in this journey, helping young learners see how their ideas, choices, and passions can shape the world. Through real-world problem-solving and service-oriented initiatives, they begin to see themselves as change-makers. 💡🙌
Want to see our fifth graders in action? Click the "Campus Stories" link in our bio!
Kindergarten explorers on the move! 🌿✨ Our young scientists took a trip to Pike’s Nursery to discover the wonders of grassland ecosystems. With the help of a nursery expert, they explored plants that thrive in this environment and even picked out two to bring back to the classroom! Now, they’ll observe their growth and watering needs, deepening their understanding of how plants adapt and survive. Hands-on learning at its best! 🌾🌱💚
Weekend countdown: T-minus 3…2…1! 🚀 Grade 8 students wrapped up the week by launching stomp rockets and using real data to model quadratic functions. 📈✨
With each new season, we find fresh purpose—this spring, it’s all about joy, connection, and adventure! 🌿🌞🌸 Happy first day of Spring, Mustangs!
