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Designing the Future of Fun: Inside the Design Process for the 2024 Mustang Rally Field Games
At Mount Vernon, innovation isn't just a buzzword; it's a daily part of life and learning. For the second consecutive year, Grade 8 students in Impact Design Lab (IDL) are taking on the challenge of reimagining the field games for Mustang Rally, our beloved annual spring carnival. This year's project, much like the ones before it, exemplifies our...
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Innovation Diploma (iD): Prepares for theβ Future ofβ¦β
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,...
Middle School Meets Sparkle House
Middle School iDL Takes on Sparkle House 2023For the past five years, The Mount Vernon School has been an active participant in the city of Sandy Springsβ Sparkle Village, a month-long display of miniature homes designed by local organizations. This unique project...
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...
Council on Innovation 2023: Lead from Where You Are
Last weekβs 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...
Building Grit and Creativity in Preschoolβs New Tinker Lab
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 exciting addition to...
Empowering Leadership: Insights from the Junior Prefects Retreat 2023
Leadership is a dynamic concept, one that evolves and adapts to the changing needs of a community. It is especially crucial within school, where young leaders emerge and influence the growth and well-being of their peers. Last Friday, the Mount Vernon Junior Prefects...
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