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 autonomy to explore, discover, and act on what is meaningful to self and consequential to…
Dr. Schewe’s AP Government class took an expedition to the heart of justice as they attended oral arguments at the Georgia Supreme Court last week. This unique opportunity allowed students to witness legal proceedings firsthand and gain insight into the... Read More
As the leaves began to turn and the air turned cooler, students in PK4 found themselves captivated by the power and wonder of extreme weather. Beginning in September, when hurricane warnings buzzed just south of our region, the looming threat... Read More
What happens when students have the agency to design a better world in Middle School? This question became a reality for a group of inspiring Grade 7 students who saw an opportunity to bring positivity to their school environment. In... Read More
The momentum is building as we look to the future of our athletic program. In September the School announced plans for a 10 acre expansion with the Let’s Do This Campaign. Last week Coach T, celebrated his 100th Mount Vernon... Read More
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
Mount Vernon Innovation Diploma (iD) program continues to elevate inquiry, innovation, and creativity with its “Future of” design series. Now in its third year, this unique initiative challenges students to envision and prototype the future of specific industries, sparking innovative... Read More
For the past five years, The Mount Vernon School has been an active participant in the city of Sandy Springs’ Sparkle Village, a month-long display of miniature homes designed by local organizations. This unique project involves designing a house that... Read More
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
Last week’s Council on Innovation (COI) event was an opportunity for our students, faculty, and esteemed industry leaders to come together, share ideas, and collaborate on critical issues related to the future of leadership. This year’s event welcomed executives representing... Read More
Mount Vernon is a leader of innovation in education. With a commitment to nurturing the skills and attributes of its students, the School continues to push boundaries to create unique learning experiences. One such initiative is the Tinker Lab, an... Read More
🎭😂 Lights, laughter, and LOTS of punchlines! Last weekend, our Middle School students took the stage for a night of pure comedy gold in the style of SNL and Studio C! 🎤✨ With 19 student-written, directed, and designed sketches, the night was filled with energy, creativity, and nonstop laughs. Our cast & crew delivered a show to remember! 🎬👏
