At Mount Vernon, the learning journey is defined by impactful experiences that shape not only a learner’s academic life but also their identity and sense of purpose. The Grade 5, Grade 8, and Grade 11 Impact Summits are three moments... Read More
Category: Lower School News
Creating Connections: How the Lower School Buddy Program is Building Belonging and Leadership
At Mount Vernon, we believe in fostering an inclusive community where every student feels they belong. This year, Lower School launched the new Buddy Program, designed to support new Mustangs as they transition into our school community while also creating... Read More
Student Agency: Transforming Mount Vernon through Sustainability
In the heart of Mount Vernon, a quiet revolution is brewing, and Beau Reinking, Sustainability Prefect, his committee, and his fellow Mustangs in the Tree Club on Lower Campus, are at the forefront. With a passion for environmental stewardship and... Read More
Polygon Palooza: Celebrating Geometry in Lower School
Last Thursday, the Lower School was abuzz with excitement as students from Kindergarten to Fifth Grade came together for a day of learning, costumes, competitions, special guests, and fun! Polygon Palooza was a celebration of the depth of geometry learning... Read More
Shedding a Blue Light on Cross Campus Impact
What are the real impacts of blue light and digital screen usage on our eyes? This was the question that drove Dante Romagnoli’s iProject journey. A member of the class of 2026, Dante was curious to unravel the effects of... Read More
The Great Egg Drop of 2024
This year’s cardboard challenge in the Lower School emerged as an exploration of engineering concepts. Starting with questions, students in Kindergarten through fifth grade were asked: “How might we reduce the number of eggs broken in a carton? Can we... Read More
Kindergarten Explores the Concept of Community
Over the past 10 weeks, Kindergarten students embarked on their first inquiry-based learning (IBL) unit, a fascinating journey to explore the concept of community. The project, led by Kindergarten teachers Brandi Tuggle and Heather Freaney, not only delved into the... Read More
Celebrating Spanish Heritage: A Multidisciplinary Approach
Spanish Heritage Month is a time to recognize and celebrate the rich and diverse cultural contributions of Hispanic and Latino communities. Mount Vernon’s celebration honoring Spanish heritage has evolved into a multi-faceted and collaborative effort spanning grade levels and disciplines.... Read More
The Magic Tree House Book Club – A Student Designed Class
Last March, outside of the Lower School Maker space, the seeds of innovation were sown when Madelyn S. and Blake R. shared their vision with Molly Hudson, Director of Lower School. Their idea was simple yet powerful, to create a... Read More
Meet Two of the Nation’s Most Innovative Teachers
Picture this: Just on the cusp of a brand-new school year, two extraordinary Mount Vernon educators, Amanda Exley Lower and Cari Barocas, embarked on a thrilling five-day journey of innovation. Their destination? The Henry Ford Museum in Dearborn, MI. But... Read More