Oct 11, 2023 | All School, Blog, IDEA, Inclusion, Diversity, Equity
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...
Oct 4, 2023 | All School, Blog, Fine Arts, Middle School News, Upper School News
Middle School is about to unveil a cutting edge art installation that’s set to redefine the way Mount Vernon students and visitors experience creativity. Inspired by the concept of 2D Cafes, where decor mimics flat, hand-drawn or cartoon-style imagery, Middle...
Sep 27, 2023 | All School, Blog
On a fun-filled Saturday evening, in front of a glowing crowd of nearly 300 Mount Vernon parents, friends, and dedicated supporters gathered at Rock the Block, the School unveiled a groundbreaking initiative that promises to reshape the campus. The Let’s Do This...
Sep 20, 2023 | All School, Blog, Innovation Diploma, Upper School News
Mount Vernon’s Innovation Diploma (iD) program, now in its tenth year, continues to evolve, refining its content, workflows, and processes. As we approach the tenth anniversary milestone this January, the current mod boasts an impressive slate of 7 corporate...
Sep 13, 2023 | All School, Blog, Lower School News
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 book club for kids that would make...
Sep 6, 2023 | All School, Blog, Impact, Innovation
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 this...