Mt. Vernon High School Guidance Department

03/03/2026

We hope to see all of our juniors and their families tonight at our college fair and junior family night meeting!

02/19/2026

Junior Family Night - March 3rd at MVHS

On Tuesday, March 3rd the counseling department will be hosting a small college fair from 5:30-6:30 PM outside of the auditorium. You will enter through door #7. Juniors and their families are encouraged to meet with the college representatives during the fair. Some of the colleges in attendance will be Purdue University, Vincennes University, Ball State University, Indiana State University, Butler University, Tricoci University of Beauty Culture, Marian University, IU Indianapolis and more!

The college fair will be followed by an information session for current juniors and their families from 6:30-7:30 PM in the auditorium. We will go over what to expect and plan for going into senior year: college deadlines, applications, graduation, and more!

We hope to see you there!

02/16/2026

SAVE THE DATE : March 11th at 6:30 PM MVHS will be hosting a Digital Safety event for adults!

02/02/2026

Free Dinner and Movie + Expert Panel. PARENTS ENCOURAGED TO BRING YOUR CHILDREN AGES 10+!** 🎬📱

Join us for **Screenagers: Growing Up in the Digital Age** — an award-winning documentary (newly updated in 2025) that explores how screens, social media, and technology are shaping our kids’ lives.

🗓 February 17, 2026
⏰ 5:30 PM
📍 Hancock Wellness – New Palestine
🎟 FREE & open to the community
🍕Dinner Provided

Parents, caregivers, educators — this is a conversation you won’t want to miss. Children ages 10+ are welcome to attend with you.

👉 Scan the QR code to learn more!

Additional screenings in Hancock County coming soon! Check back for date announcements!

02/02/2026

Attention Class of 2026 !!

Apply for the Hancock Community Foundation of Hancock County Scholarships by THIS FRIDAY, February 6th at 4 PM!

➡️ONLY 1 MORE WEEK!🎓
Get your scholarship app filled out- the countdown is on!

https://celebratehancock.org/students/scholarships/

To look at the CFHC Scholarship Guidebook:https://celebratehancock.org/wp-content/uploads/CFHC-2026_scholarship_guidebook.pdf

01/14/2026

Next week MVHS will host instructors from our HC3 programs during SRT. Students can sign up for these sessions using the QR code or the link that was emailed yesterday.

01/14/2026

🎓 Parent University: Hands-On Futures
Because families deserve options — and students deserve opportunity.
The Mt. Vernon Education Foundation invites parents, caregivers, and community partners to be part of Parent University: Hands-On Futures — an engaging evening designed to help families explore real-world career pathways, certifications, skilled trades, and future-focused opportunities available to Mt. Vernon students.
This event brings together parents, students, educators, and local businesses to spark conversation, curiosity, and connection around what’s possible beyond a traditional four-year path.
👨‍👩‍👧 For Parents & Families:
Learn about career pathways, certifications, apprenticeships, and hands-on learning opportunities that can help your child discover strengths, interests, and future options.
🏗️ 🩺 💻 For Businesses & Community Partners:
Share your industry, inspire students, and help build a strong local talent pipeline by sponsoring or participating in this impactful experience.
✨ Why it matters:
Early exposure leads to confidence.
Awareness leads to opportunity.
Connection leads to futures built right here in our community.
📅 Thursday, January 22,2026
📍 MVCSC Administrative Service Building
📝 Parents: Register here → https://onecau.se/mveftrades
🤝 Interested in sponsoring or participating? → Contact [email protected] or Sign Up On-Line at https://onecau.se/mveftrades
Let’s come together to support students, empower families, and strengthen Mt. Vernon’s future — one conversation at a time.

🎓 Parent University: Hands-On Futures

Because families deserve options — and students deserve opportunity.

The Mt. Vernon Education Foundation invites parents, caregivers, and community partners to be part of Parent University: Hands-On Futures — an engaging evening designed to help families explore real-world career pathways, certifications, skilled trades, and future-focused opportunities available to Mt. Vernon students.

This event brings together parents, students, educators, and local businesses to spark conversation, curiosity, and connection around what’s possible beyond a traditional four-year path.

👨‍👩‍👧 For Parents & Families:
Learn about career pathways, certifications, apprenticeships, and hands-on learning opportunities that can help your child discover strengths, interests, and future options.

🏗️ 🩺 💻 For Businesses & Community Partners:
Share your industry, inspire students, and help build a strong local talent pipeline by sponsoring or participating in this impactful experience.

✨ Why it matters:
Early exposure leads to confidence.
Awareness leads to opportunity.
Connection leads to futures built right here in our community.

📅 Thursday, January 22,2026
📍 MVCSC Administrative Service Building
📝 Parents: Register here → https://onecau.se/mveftrades
🤝 Interested in sponsoring or participating? → Contact [email protected] or Sign Up On-Line at https://onecau.se/mveftrades

Let’s come together to support students, empower families, and strengthen Mt. Vernon’s future — one conversation at a time.

01/09/2026

MV Visits the Amplify Hancock Innovation Center!

Special thanks to the Mt. Vernon Central Office Administration, High School Administration, and Counselors for touring the Amplify Hancock Innovation Center and HC3!

We truly appreciate your time, support, and enthusiasm as we continue to expand college and career opportunities for our students and the Hancock County community.

12/03/2025

Check out this update on the HC3 career center opening for the 26-27 school year!

By Grayson Joslin | Daily Reporter

12/01/2025

Attention Class of 2026!!
The Community Foundation of Hancock County scholarships are now OPEN! The window is December 1st through February 6th.

Scholarships open NOW!

https://celebratehancock.org/students/scholarships/

To look at the CFHC Scholarship Guidebook:https://celebratehancock.org/wp-content/uploads/CFHC-2026_scholarship_guidebook.pdf

09/26/2025

The 2026-2027 FAFSA is now available!

Just in time for College Application Week, the 2026-2027 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is NOW OPEN! The FAFSA is a free, online application that determines your eligibility for federal and state financial aid, including grants, work-study funds, and loans, to help pay for college. Get ready to take a deep dive with this important application as we begin our journey to “Destination FAFSA”! LearnMoreIndiana.org/FAFSA