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Help Me See What You See – World Religion Returns to MV
Mod 3 saw the return of a class that hadn’t been taught at Mount Vernon since before the pandemic. With a background steeped in pastoral care and education, Upper School science teacher Josh Amerson led the two sections of World Religions for Grade 9 students. As our mission states, Mount Vernon is grounded in Christian values, as we prepare all...
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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 blue light on our eyes. Blue light is a...
In Full Bloom: Grade 8 and the Daffodil Project
In a heartwarming collaboration between Mount Vernon Middle School and the Daffodil Project, Grade 8 students had the unique opportunity to play a role in memorializing the 1.5 million children who lost their lives in the Holocaust. Spearheaded by David Ayers, Dean of...
Exploring Justice: Hands On at the Georgia Supreme Court
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 complexities...
Exploring Extreme Weather: A Journey of Discovery in Preschool
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 sparked a curiosity among...
Empowering Positivity: Grade 7 Students Create a Prayer & Positivity Wall
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 an impressive display of...
Mount Vernon School Welcomes Terrence Edwards as Head Football Coach
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 win leading our boys basketball program,...