At Mount Vernon, learning goes far beyond the classroom. It’s designed to help students develop the knowledge, empathy, and global perspective they need to thrive in an increasingly connected world. In Georgia Bickel’s Modern Journalism class in Upper School, a recent assignment brought that mission to life through powerful storytelling — and a meaningful cross-cultural…
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At Mount Vernon, learning goes far beyond the classroom. It’s designed to help students develop the knowledge, empathy, and global perspective they need to thrive in an increasingly connected world. In Georgia Bickel’s Modern Journalism class in Upper School, a... Read More
In just two years, Mustang News Network (MNN) has grown from an ambitious idea into a thriving, student-led broadcast team that embodies Mount Vernon’s commitment to voice, choice, innovation, and authentic learning experiences. In an age where media literacy, digital... Read More
At Mount Vernon, learning isn’t just about mastering content—it’s about discovering purpose and making an impact. Our intentionally designed learning journey provides students with transformative experiences that shape both their academic and personal development. This year, we introduced Impact Summits... Read More
At Mount Vernon, students don’t just prepare for the future — they step into it. Through our expansive network of industry leaders and real-world learning experiences, we provide students with opportunities that go beyond traditional academics. Our commitment to external... Read More
At Mount Vernon, learning is not just about acquiring knowledge—it’s about experiencing it. When students actively engage in the learning process, they develop a deeper understanding and appreciation for the subject matter. This was evident during last week’s Grade 4... Read More
Since its launch in 2010, the Interim Term has served as a cornerstone of experiential learning for Mount Vernon students in grades 6-12. More than just travel, Interim is a carefully designed continuum of experiences that build progressively, equipping students... Read More
At Mount Vernon, learning extends beyond the classroom—it thrives in meaningful conversations that strengthen our community. This year, Middle School students participated in a transformative Student Dialogue Series aimed at fostering self-leadership and integrity. Through seven structured discussions, students developed... Read More
At Mount Vernon, we believe that expanding our knowledge and understanding of the world is essential to fostering a culture of empathy, curiosity, and global readiness. This belief is at the heart of the Upper School’s World Religions course, Believe... Read More
At Mount Vernon, leadership is about action, responsibility, and inspiring others. Our students are not waiting for the future to make an impact; they are stepping up today to create meaningful change. To be impact-ready means having the agency and... Read More
At Mount Vernon, Lower School, students in Kindergarten through Grade 5 embody inquiry, innovation, and impact with every step of their journey. From the moment they start their day, their natural curiosity is sparked, their creativity flourishes and their knowledge... Read More
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. 💫
