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π―οΈβ€οΈππ Joyous Kwanzaa from The Mount Vernon School! On our journey of purpose, we celebrate unity, self-determination, and the strength of community. May your celebration be filled with meaning and joy. β¨
πβ¨ Happy Hanukkah from The Mount Vernon School! May your days be filled with light, love, and joy as we celebrate this season of miracles together. π
πβ¨ Merry Christmas from The Mount Vernon School! As we continue our journey of purpose, we reflect on the joy, hope, and love brought to the world through the birth of Christ. Wishing you a season filled with peace and blessings.
β¨ The Innovation Diploma (iD) programβs βFuture ofβ Design Series is back for its 4th yearβand this time, weβre reimagining the future of entertainment! π From research to prototyping, students are diving into complex challenges and blending creativity, critical thinking, and collaboration. Itβs where design thinking meets real-world application, pushing boundaries and shaping the industries of tomorrow. π Read more at the campus stories link in our bio!
#InnovationInAction #FutureOfEntertainment #DesignThinking #CreativeMinds #TransdisciplinaryLearning
πβ¨ Holiday magic came alive as our preschoolers took the stage for their enchanting performance of The Nutcracker! From singing and dancing to playing instruments, their talents shone brightly. π©°πΆ
π PK3: Nutcrackers & Mice π
π« PK4: Hot Chocolate from the Land of Sweets β
βοΈ PK5: Sparkling Snowflakes & Sugarplums π¬
With costumes, puppets, and props, they delivered a show that was pure joy! Bravo to our little stars! ππ«
π This week, Middle School brought the heat in our annual Hoops for the Holidays gameβwhere competition met community spirit! π₯ From marketing and concessions to production and operations, the MS Business of Sports & Entertainment class took charge, turning real-world concepts into an unforgettable event. π
π¨β¨ The Christmas Arts Showcase was a joyful celebration of creativity and talent across all grades! From stunning artwork in the Personal Geographies gallery to festive dances, seasonal songs, a strings showcase, and holiday classics by the bandβour community was filled with holiday cheer. ππΆ Upper School Theatre even brought the laughs with improv! Bravo to everyone who made the season shine. πβ€οΈ #ArtsShowcase #HolidayMagic #CreativeCommunity
Meet PK5βs newest (and spikiest) classmate! πβ¨ Thanks to a grant from @petsintheclassroom, students welcomed a bearded dragonβand theyβre obsessed!
One student observed, βIt doesnβt breathe fire or have a beardβit has spikes!β π¦π₯ Grade 3βs reptile expert Henry even joined in to answer questions about chewing, shedding, and sensing.
This scaly friend is sparking curiosity and bringing learning to life! π¦π‘ #HandsOnLearning #PetsInTheClassroom #PreschoolAdventures
π Personal Geographies: Where Innovation Meets Purpose π
In the Upper School, Catherine Altamiranoβs MDE Foundations class takes the personal geographies theme to the next levelβblending innovation, design, and real-world storytelling to turn students into creators with purpose. β¨
Read more at the link in our bio!
β¨ On the fifth day of givingβ¦ β¨
Abir, Class of 2038, is just beginning his Journey of Purposeβand thanks to the MVFund, every day is filled with new adventures. Whether itβs exploring, creating, competing, or learning, your support makes experiences like his possible.
π Thank you to everyone who has joined us in supporting the MVFund this week. Together, weβre shaping brighter futures for every Mustang!
π Thereβs still time to giveβhelp us keep the journey going! Link in bio!
#MVFund #JourneyOfPurpose #5DaysofGiving #ThankYou
β¨ On the fourth day of givingβ¦ β¨
The MVFund makes growing up as a Mustang unforgettable! Programs like Mustangs in Training let our youngest athletes explore sports early, connect with Varsity players, and dream big about their athletic journeys. π
π A huge thank you to Assistant Athletic Director Rita Williams, who leads our MIT program, our incredible coaching staff, and the sports medicine team for supporting and inspiring Mustangs at every level!
Your gift to the MVFund fuels these opportunities, helping student-athletes discover their paths and make a difference on and off the field. π Give today and keep the journey going!
#MVFund #JourneyOfPurpose #5DaysofGiving #MountVernonMustangs
β¨ On the third day of givingβ¦ β¨
The MVFund makes real-world learning come alive! From designing mini-golf courses to tackling real challenges, our students develop creativity, teamwork, and problem-solving skills that last a lifetime.
π Huge appreciation for our amazing Grade 7 team β David Song, Head of Grade, and our dedicated Math, Science, Humanities, Maker, and Arts teachers β who make inquiry-based learning exciting and impactful every day!
The MVFund supports these transformative experiences by empowering our teachers and providing resources for hands-on projects from Preschool to Grade 12.
π Give to the MVFund today to help us keep building a future full of possibilities!
#MVFund #JourneyOfPurpose #5DaysofGiving #RealWorldLearning
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Thanks to the MVFund, creativity takes center stage at Mount Vernon! Guest artists like @risingredlotus inspire our students to explore new perspectives and discover their creative voices, enriching their Journey of Purpose.
π A special shoutout to our incredible teachers β George Greene, Shay Jones, Mariana Depetris, Lynn Luster, Susan Edwards, Rik Van Welie, Catherine Altamirano, and Nikolai IbaΓ±ez β who nurture our studentsβ artistic journeys every day.
Help us keep moments like these alive! π Give to the MVFund today to ensure inspiration and innovation remain at the heart of learning. Link in bio to give!
#MVFund #JourneyOfPurpose #5DaysofGiving #MVStudios #GuestArtists
β¨ On the first day of givingβ¦ β¨
Welcome to Mount Vernonβs Five Days of Giving! π Each day, weβll highlight how the MVFund impacts our studentsβ Journey of Purpose.
Thanks to the MVFund, expeditions off campus make learning come to life! From exploring hydro turbines at the Morgan Falls Dam to hands-on problem-solving, these real-world experiences ignite curiosity and deepen learning. πβοΈ
π Special thanks to our amazing Grade 4 team β Ms. Perlis, Ms. McGregor, Ms. Whetstone, Learning Coach Alix Jayne, Eileen Fennelly, and Molly Hudson, Director of Lower School β for leading the way!
The MVFund makes expeditions like these possible from Preschool to Grade 12. π Give today and help spark more moments of discovery. Link in bio!
#MVFund #JourneyOfPurpose #5DaysofGiving #ProjectBasedLearning
Grateful for the moments, the memories, and the people who make our community so special. π§‘π Happy Thanksgiving to our Mount Vernon family! May your day be filled with love, laughter, and plenty of pie. π₯§
PK4 got into the Thanksgiving spirit by making homemade apple cider! π₯€π They cranked, peeled, and measured each apple, making fun predictions about which peel would be the longest and what changes they`d see after drying them overnight. π The science of fall flavors is in the air! πβ¨
Alumni spotlight! π Avery Maxwell β19 returned to campus to share her journey with our junior capstone class, exploring the impact of social capital and the connections that have shaped her path. It was extra special with her brother Henry in the class to hear her story firsthand! #MVStories #LeadFromWhereYouAre
Kindness in action! πβ¨ This month, weβre celebrating a school-wide kindness initiative led by our Middle School counselors. Through service projects, creative expression, and meaningful connections, weβre building a culture of care and connection. π Read more at the campus stories link in our bio!
Kindergartners had an unforgettable visit from the Chattahoochee Nature Center (@chattahoocheenaturecenter) as part of their plants and animals unit! They got up close with an opossum, hawk, and corn snake, diving into fascinating questions like, βWhat does an opossum feel like?β (Hint: rough fur for survival!) and βWhy donβt the animals have names?β (Because theyβre wild and free π). This hands-on adventure sparked curiosity and a new love for nature! πβ¨ #LowerSchoolLearning #NatureExplorers #WildlifeWednesday #HandsOnLearning #EnvironmentalScience
π¨ Future Designers in Action! ποΈ
Our Grades 6 & 7 Digital Arts students dove headfirst into the exciting world of graphic design! From branding to motion graphics, they explored careers that bring creativity to life.
As young entrepreneurs, they:
β¨ Named their businesses
π¨ Designed logos
π» Built website homepages
π Created business cards
With design principles and color psychology guiding their process, these future creatives showcased innovation, critical thinking, and an entrepreneurial spark. π
#GraphicDesign #StudentCreativity #Entrepreneurship
πΆ Hakuna Matata! Lower School students brought The Lion King to life on stage, showing courage, creativity, and incredible teamwork every step of the way! π From memorizing lines to nailing choreography, each student shined, proving that with dedication and heart, anything is possible. Bravo to our young performers for an unforgettable show! π¦πΏπ #LionKingLive #LowerSchoolStars
This past week, Mariya Lederer`s students took on a challenging triple integral problem with determination and teamwork! They collaborated, shared insights, and tackled the complexity head-on, showing real confidence and excitement. Proud of these mathletes for embracing the challenge together! #Mathletes #GrowthMindset
Meet the next generation of tech-savvy leaders! π Our Chapel tech team, including students like Wyatt and Sadler, is stepping up to take initiative, learn new skills, and support our Chapel services. π₯π‘ In a world where adaptability and tech skills are key, these young leaders are inspiring us all with their passion and drive. Ready to see innovation in action? Click the campus stories link in our bio! #FutureLeaders #ChapelTech #InnovationInAction
Kindness grows when we give and thrives when we lead from where we are. Together, weβre designing a future built on kindness! πβ¨ #worldkindnessday
πβ¨ First in Atlanta! Mount Vernon is making history as the first high school to bring Hadestown: Teen Edition to the stage! Join us for an unforgettable three-day run from November 14β16 as we reimagine AnaΓ―s Mitchellβs Tony Award-winning musical in the intimate setting of the Upper School Black Box Theatre.
Find a link to tickets and read more about the production, cast, and crew at the campus stories link in our bio!
β Happy National Cappuccino Day! β
Stop by Ground Floor and celebrate with a cozy cup! How do you like your cappuccino? π
Reflecting on all the fall fun! ππ Last week, our PS - Grade 5 students fully embraced the Halloween spirit with costumes, outdoor games, and the annual Preschool Parade. From themed costumes to a lively pep rally, the energy was unforgettable. Huge thanks to our amazing parent volunteers for bringing Pumpkin Putt Putt, Cauldron Eye Toss, and Pumpkin Bowling to life, adding hands-on fun and friendly competition.
Hispanic Heritage Month recap! π From inspiring guest speakers to hands-on fun with Colombian coffee, Guatemalan kites, and homemade Arepas, Mount Vernon celebrated with heart and community! πβ¨
Today, our Mount Vernon seniors and faculty proudly join millions in shaping our democracy. With early votes cast and pledges made, these civic-minded students lead by example, honoring their commitment to a brighter future. π³οΈ #MountVernonVotes
