Contributed by Lower School Science Instructor Eileen Fennelly. Starting with questions is just one of our Mount Vernon norms. “Where are these flowers from? Why does this tree have flowers, but the others on the Frontier do not? Does this tree have a name?” Kindergarten student Tucker had these questions and more as he spoke with…
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With just six weeks left in the 2021-2022 school year, there is much to be celebrated as a community. From social moments and rites of passage to volunteer opportunities and learning connections, don’t miss a thing. LEARN Thursday, April 14, 8:30 – 9:30 amVirtual Parent University with Essential Partners/Part 2: Dialoguing Across DifferenceMeeting ID: 871…
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Contributed by the Innovation Diploma Team A signature experience for students during their first year in Innovation Diploma is hosting a dinner. This experience allows learners to get a full lap through the Design Brief Framework while also experiencing the Gold Standard PBL (project-based learning). During the third mod, Upper School Innovation Diploma teachers Larisa…
Each year on April 7, the World Health Organization (WHO) celebrates World Health Day, a specific time to recognize, address, and practice physical, mental, and emotional well-being. At Mount Vernon, we know that this topic should not just be discussed or observed one day a year, but rather threaded through all that we do. Focusing…
“Collin has the it-factor,” shared Mount Vernon cross country and track coach Elizabeth Werdesheim. “That fearless grit paired with lots of raw talent makes him a joy to watch.” Class of 2025 Collin Maher is a force to be reckoned with on the trail and track. During the fall cross country season, Collin often finished in…
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Contributed by Chief of Inclusion, Diversity, Equity & Action Stacey Lee On Wednesday, March 23, the School hosted an Upper Campus Inclusion Network event for our BIPOC Affinity Group. Both Middle and Upper School students joined together for morning fellowship and connection over donuts. Upper School students gave advice to the younger Mustangs about how…
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At the beginning of the School year, Dr. Jacobsen spoke to the Mount Vernon community at Convocation about bridges, specifically around how they are able to connect people and places. Through that, he encouraged us all to be connectors this year – to close gaps, to remove the space between one side and another, thus connecting people…
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Each year, the week before Spring Break at Mount Vernon is called Interim Week. While the Upper School students travel near and far on small group trips and participate in local Internships, our Middle School students also participate in their own way, strengthening their relationships through grade level trips and activities. Each year, grade 7 travels…
Before Spring Break, Mount Vernon students were off on an adventure of a lifetime during Interim Term. Some traveled both domestically and abroad, while others explored their passions closer to home through CORE and internships. So, what were some highlights of Interim 2022? Keep reading to find out! Egypt: The Wonders of Ancient EgyptLike their trip…