Mar 22, 2023 | All School, Blog, Build People Up, Lower and Middle School, Lower School News, Middle School News, News, Upper School News
National organizations including The Library of Congress, National Endowment for the Humanities, National Gallery of Art, National Park Service, and the Smithsonian Institution are commemorating and encouraging the study, observance, and celebration of the vital role...
Mar 15, 2023 | All School, Blog, Design Thinking, Lower and Middle School, Lower School News, Middle School News, News, Upper School News
From our littlest learners to our graduating seniors, students across both campuses are emboldened to pursue their passions and explore their interests, all while being nurtured, supported, and guided by their teachers, parents, and peers. When student passion is...
Feb 15, 2023 | All School, Blog, Lower School News, News
Design Thinking is a problem-solving method that emphasizes empathy and creativity. It helps individuals and teams approach problems from different perspectives and find innovative solutions. Grade 5 students recently put their skills to the test by developing a new...
Feb 8, 2023 | All School, Blog, Fine Arts, Lower and Middle School, Lower School News, Middle School News, News
It’s that magical time again on Lower Campus when the stars come out to shine. This Thursday, February 9 at 6:00 pm in Fellowship Hall, 50 students from Kindergarten through Grade 5 will take the stage in a total of 35 acts showcasing their talents and special skills...
Feb 1, 2023 | All School, Blog, Lower and Middle School, Lower School News, Middle School News, News, Upper School News
At Mount Vernon, this celebration of Black history will acknowledge the African diaspora. While the February celebration is often centered on thinking specifically about the Black experience in the United States, we want to acknowledge that this culture is global...
Jan 25, 2023 | All School, Blog, Lower School News, Middle School News, News, Upper School News
During daily Middle School community time, students have the opportunity to practice valuable skills, experience new cultures, and learn alongside their peers in a fun and encouraging environment. This month, in honor of the new year, students are focusing on the...
