Happy Faculty Friday, Mustangs! Meet Anne Hopkins, our Director of Community Engagement.

Originally from South Carolina, Anne has called Atlanta home for 15 years. She has worked in the development/fundraising arena for more than nine years, and she loves meeting new people! Anne and her husband have three children - Harrison, Millie and Mary Gardner - and one dog, Agnes.

At MV, Anne hopes to give all families the opportunity to SERVE, so email her (ahopkins@mountvernonschool.org) if you want to become more engaged! We are BETTER TOGETHER! #FacultyFriday #bettertogether #mvpschool

Over the last few weeks in their Visual Art class, Grade 4 students have learned about Toro Nagashi, a Japanese ceremony where participants float paper lanterns in water. After learning about the history of this festival, students asked, "How might we create lanterns inspired by Toro Nagashi?" The criteria the set for their own lanterns included a nature aspect (like an animal or plant), a simple design and a light enhancing design.

Some of their creations might even be featured in the Atlanta Beltline Lantern Parade this Saturday, September 21! #mvpschool #bettertogether #mvarts

Are you interested in getting involved at Mount Vernon but are unsure how? We would love for you to serve in one of our many volunteer opportunities throughout the year!

Check this LookUp link for all of the different ways to get involved at MV (http://bit.ly/2m0Ox7U). If you're interested in leadership opportunities or have any questions, please email Director of Community Engagement Anne Hopkins (ahopkins@mountvernonschool.org). #bettertogether #mvpschool

Don't forget to vote for Mount Vernon for WSB-TV's Game of the Week! Voting ends tomorrow, Wednesday, September 18 at 12:00 p.m. Go vote, and go Mustangs!!

Our Made in MV spirit shop is having a pop-up on the Lower Campus Wednesday morning at 7:00 a.m. Stop by and shop all the new Mustang swag! #bettertogether #mvpschool