The Mount Vernon School

Happy National Mascot Day to everyone’s favorite Mustang, Renegade! 💙🐴🎉

Happy Father’s Day to all the amazing Mount Vernon dads who lead by example, cheer us on from the side lines, and support our journey! 💙🐴

Wind Week at AMP Camp was a breeze! Our campers were literally blown away by expeditions to the Delta Flight Experience and the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra. 🌬️✈️🎶 We explored the wonders of wind and how it shapes our world.

Every day was packed with arts, adventure, STEM, movement, and maker moments. Here’s to a whirlwind of fun and learning!

🚨🏆 Big News!

The Mount Vernon School won the Georgia Athletic Directors Association (GADA) Director’s Cup for the first time ever! This prestigious award reflects the outstanding achievements of our entire athletic program. With state championships in boys basketball, girls tennis, and boys golf, plus runner-up titles in softball and boys tennis, and several individual state champions, our athletes have truly outdone themselves. Congratulations, Mustangs! We are so proud.

This victory signifies incredible growth, higher standards, and an electrifying future for Mount Vernon athletics. With our “Let’s Do This” capital campaign, we’re just getting started! The best is yet to come! 🚀

🌍✨ Kicking off AMP CAMP with Earth Week! From exploring the lush to gearing up for , our campers are loving every moment of arts, adventure, problem-solving, maker magic, and mindfulness. 🌿💚

SLIDING into SUMMER! 🌞😎 What an amazing year it's been — our students have accomplished so much! From hard work to big wins, you've all made us so proud. 🩵 Enjoy a well-deserved, fun-filled, and safe summer break! See you next school year, Mustangs! 🐴

'Remember you belong and be brave in all things. I'm proud of you,’ Shelley Searcy cheered to our amazing Grade 5 graduates at today's End of Year Ceremony. With inspiring speeches and receiving their chosen Bibles or journals, these kids are ready for the next chapter! 🎉🎓 A courtyard reception followed to celebrate this milestone. 📸 Check out the pictures:

https://mountvernonschool.smugmug.com/2023-2024/Grade-5-Bridging-Ceremony

For the first time in program history, the Mustangs are GHSA 1A-D1 Golf State Champions! We are so proud of you!! 🤩⛳️🏆

Last week, the Grade 9 Jørgen Cohort wrapped up their freshman year with a celebration of 10 years of the Innovation Diploma program! 🌟🎉 Mount Vernon alumni and faculty joined us to reflect on the program's journey. Our students led everything, from branding to planning impactful moments. A perfect way to honor Mount Vernon's signature Upper School program! 💡✨

Last week, we celebrated our amazing Grade 8 students at their Bridging Ceremony! 🎉🎓 It was an event filled with joy, pride, and inspiration as we honored their incredible accomplishments throughout the school year. We reflected on the memories made and looked forward to the exciting journey ahead in the Upper School! 🩵 Congratulations, Class of 2028! 🐴👏

Full Photo Gallery here:
https://mountvernonschool.smugmug.com/2023-2024/MS-Honors-Celebration-and-Grade-8-Bridging-Ceremony-051524

Congratulations to the Class of 2024! 🎓🎉 We are so proud of you! No matter what you do or where you go, we know you’ll show up with grace, grit, and gratitude. 💙🐴

🎓✨ Baccalaureate 2024 was a beautiful moment to pause, reflect, and celebrate our graduates’ journey! 🌟 Class Speaker, Shea Griffith reminded us, “Our life is one giant story, and we have the power to shape our own destiny.”

Here’s to the Class of 2024 and their incredible achievements! 🎉 SEE YOU AT GRADUATION TOMORROW!

🎭 Welcoming 7 US & 15 MS students into the International Thespian Honor Society! With this induction, the Upper School celebrates 14 years of stage magic, with 40+ shows, 95 members, and countless accolades. 🌟

From Thescon superiors to international performances, each achievement is a testament to the dedication and passion of our Thespians. Congratulations on earning your well-deserved title and embracing the timeless magic of theatre! 🎉

🌟 2024 MVEEs 🌟 From the moment they hit the blue carpet, our Upper School student-athletes radiated pride and excitement, embodying true sportsmanship. 🏆🥇 It was a night to honor their dedication and relentless training, reminding us all of the power of teamwork and resilience. 💪 Their legacy is etched in the hearts of every Mustang, inspiring greatness for years to come. Check out the full photo gallery here: https://mountvernonschool.smugmug.com/2023-2024/MVEES

🌟📚 Math whizzes alert! Last week, our brilliant Grades 3, 4, & 5 took on the Noetic Learning Math Contest, flexing those problem-solving muscles and igniting their passion for numbers! 🧠💡 With 45 minutes and 20 brain-teasing challenges, our students showed off their math mojo! 🏅🎉 During the after-party and award ceremony in the courtyard, Mont H. in Grade 3, Rory M. in Grade 4, and Liam D. in Grade 5 received Team Winner medals. Congratulations to all who participated! 🌟

Happy Mother's Day to all our incredible Mustang Moms! Today and every day, we celebrate you and the ways you shape our students to be impact ready! 💐

🏆🥇 State Track meet was a whirlwind of achievements for our Mustangs! From breaking 1A-D1 records to clinching titles, our team brought their A-game. Huge shoutout and congratulations to the entire team! Check out the meet results below:

🔹 Girls 100m Hurdles State Champion - Kennedy Reynolds

🔹 Girls 300m Hurdles State Champion - Kennedy Reynolds

🔹 Boys 800m Run State Champion - Haris Flynn

🔹 Boys 4x800m Relay State Champions - Matthew Pierce, Curran Jolly, Haris Flynn, Collin Maher

🔹 Boys 800m Run State Runner Up - Curran Jolly

🔹 Boys 1600m Run State Runner Up - Haris Flynn

🔹 Girls 4x400 Relay State Runner Ups - Cora Champney, Alexis Smith, Gracie Urban, Kennedy Reynolds

🔹 Girls 400m Run 3rd in State - Alexis Smith

🔹 Boys 4x400m Relay 4th in State - Curran Jolly, Matthew Pierce, Haris Flynn, Ethan Pajot

🔹 Boys 400m Run 8th in State - Ethan Pajot

🔹 Boys Long Jump 8th in State - Xavier Shegog

🔹 Boys Team Placed 4th in State Overall

You make us so proud! 🌟💙🐴🏆

Our Varsity Boys Tennis are your GHSA 1A-D1 State Runner-Ups! Congratulations on a great season, boys! We are

YOUR GIRLS VARSITY TENNIS 2024 GHSA 1A D1 STATE CHAMPIONS! 🎾🏆 Winning 3-1 against AIS today!! Way to go, Mustangs!!

🎨✨ Vibrant hues, creative minds, and boundless talent converged as our National Art Honor Society members stole the show at the SCAD - The University for Creative Careers chalk art festival in Savannah! Rachel, Alex, Callie, Kat, Eden, and Holly brought their A-game, crafting masterpieces under the open sky. Guided by our amazing art teachers, Ms. Depetris and Ms. Luster, they turned blank tiles into breathtaking canvases in just two hours! 🌟

⚖️ Grade 7 students recently took the courtroom by storm, showcasing their diverse skills and literacies! From presenting compelling findings straight out of a crime lab simulation 🔍 to dissecting complex data with mathematical precision ➗, they left no stone unturned. They then demonstrated their analysis skills while communicating effectively in a foreign language! Parents had the exclusive opportunity to step into the jury box and gain insight into the dynamic learning unfolding in our Middle School. 🏛

⭐️ Pumping up the fun at Preschool! From flavor-packed snow cones to artful spray creations, Preschool students dove into the exciting world of pump mechanics! 🎨💦 With hands-on stations and an exciting one-way valve tunnel they designed and built themselves, learning soared as cups zipped along a science-filled zip-line! Our PK4 students then turned their newfound knowledge into a family fun night extravaganza and a self-made documentary premiere! 🎥🤩

Mount Vernon is partnering with Arizona State University! 🤝✨ Introducing our new Dual Enrollment Program, where students can earn high school AND college credits simultaneously! Why ASU? Well, they're #1 in global impact 🌍💥 plus their credits are accepted at UGA and Georgia Tech in addition to a long list of colleges and universities across the country. 🎓🎉 Reach out to the college counseling team to learn more!

✨🎉 Mustang Rally 2024 🎉✨
From the exciting parade of students, the alpha and omega moments, the field games designed by Grade 8 Impact Design Lab students, and the amazing carnival rides, there is no denying Rally is the biggest Mount Vernon community event! 🎪 And the best part? Thanks to your support, the Mustang Rally Auction raised over $50,000 for the MVFund! 🙌 Relive the magic through our photo gallery 📸

https://mountvernonschool.smugmug.com/2023-2024/Mustang-Rally

🌟 Daring to Dream Big: Meet Ashlyn Fuller, a true visionary from the Class of 2030! 💡 Armed with a mission to combat gun violence, she didn't just sit back; she took charge! Crafting a meticulously researched 16-page letter to the President, Ashlyn exemplifies the power of pioneering action. 📝 And guess what? Her bold move paid off – receiving a response from none other than President Joe Biden himself! 🇺🇸 Let's follow Ashlyn's lead, tapping into our limitless potential to effect change. 🌍

🎓 It's National College Decision Day, and our Class of 2024 seniors are blazing trails! With $9.4 million in scholarships and 831 applications to 186 colleges across the US, Canada, and UK, they're setting the bar high. Not to mention the 12 signed athletes ready to soar! We couldn't be prouder of their achievements and can't wait to see the incredible impact they'll continue to make 🌟

Dive into the summer with MOD 5! ☀️📚 Explore Health, Physics, and Geometry at your own pace, from wherever you are with Mount Vernon School Online. 💻 Open to rising grades 9-12, these asynchronous courses offer flexibility to fit your schedule and pursue your passions. Let's make this summer one for the books! 🏖😎 Reach out to [email protected] to secure your spot by May 10! 📲

Recently, our Upper School stage came alive with Lewis Carroll's enchanting journey of self-discovery! 🌟🎭 With a vibrant live-rock soundtrack, we followed Alice on her quest through Wonderland, encountering challenges and fears along the way. But just like in the original tale, she discovered the power of believing in the impossible, ultimately finding her own inner voice and strength. 🌈✨ Check out more photos from the epic performance: https://mountvernonschool.smugmug.com/2023-2024/UC-Spring-Musical-WONDERLAND-Alices-Rock-n-Roll-Adventure!

Today, our School community came together in celebration and pride as we honored our Valedictorian, Salutatorian, Yale Book Award, Harvard Book Award, iD Recognition, C**t Club Honorees, Prefect Award recipients, and many more.

Congratulations to our Valedictorian, Bennett Bogdanchik, our Salutatorian, Chase Perry, our Class Speaker, Shea Griffith, and all the students recognized with a cord, plaque, pin, or award. This is just the start of a journey filled with promising achievements and milestones for our incredible students!

🎨✨ Experiencing a kaleidoscope of creativity! Last week, Lower School had their annual Arts in Action Day, where Grades K through 5 dove into a world of cultural exploration, technique discovery, and sheer joy.

Led by the visionary Amanda Lower, this day transcends the ordinary, weaving art into the fabric of our young learners’ journey. As they transition to Middle School and beyond, this immersive experience ignites a passion for the arts that knows no bounds.

From Hip Hop grooves to vibrant acrylic pours, from unleashing their inner Picasso to tapping into the rhythms of global beats, every moment had a vibrant splash of color and joy, laughter and noise, making it an truly unforgettable day! 🌟🎶