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A glimpse into the first full week of school

A glimpse into the first full week of school
A glimpse into the first full week of school

Here is a look into the first full week of school in the Mount Vernon City School District.

At The Mount Vernon Honor Academy, kindergartners have been learning valuable communication skills by practicing working with one another, sharing toys and supplies, and building connections with other students that are both fun and respectful. Hugs and toys are going to be exchanged with ease for these young students thanks to their amazing teachers! 

Students hugging one another in playroom.

At Edward Williams School, the middle schoolers are getting serious and working on their ELA and problem-solving skills. Here they are photographed showing off their Mount Vernon pride in their impeccable writing work.
 

Students holding up their classwork.
Librarian reading to students.
Students sitting at their desks and smiling.

 

Mount Vernon Knights defeat Yonkers Force in homecoming game 37 - 6
Mount Vernon Knights defeat Yonkers Force in homecoming game 37 - 6

The stands of Mount Vernon’s Memorial Field boomed with excitement as it was packed with many Mount Vernon Knights Football Team fans. Most people in the crowd dressed in maroon and gold attire, representing Mount Vernon. On October 5, 2024, the Mount Vernon Knights kicked off their Unified Homecoming Football Game, scoring a touchdown not even a minute into the game!  

Students posing with red and gold pompoms.
Mount Vernon City School District unites all four high schools at Unified Homecoming Pep Rally

On Wednesday, October 2, 2024, the Mount Vernon High School gymnasium stands were packed with high school students from around the District, repping their school colors and Mount Vernon pride. Students from all four Mount Vernon City School District high schools joined forces for the afternoon's pep rally, getting hyped for the big Unified Homecoming Game on Saturday, October 5, at Memorial Field. 

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Community Message October 3, 2024 - Ruling on Stay of Arbitration

Mount Vernon City School District: 

The Mount Vernon City School District successfully won yesterday’s court hearing concerning Dr. Waveline Bennett-Conroy’s motion to stay her arbitration hearings. The Federal Court in the Southern District of New York denied the stay of arbitration so the District is clear to continue arbitration proceedings with Dr. Bennett-Conroy. The District is thankful that the legal process is moving forward, and we are hopeful that we can provide our community with a resolution to this matter. 

Executive Assistant Lisa Autieri
Our Students, Now: Executive Assistant Lisa Autieri

Lisa Autieri, a Class of 1984 Mount Vernon High School graduate, has spent her entire professional career working in the Mount Vernon City School District. After graduating from MVHS, she immediately began working with the District and continues to this day. She has held a number of positions throughout the District, and she has always stayed committed to supporting the schools in the city she grew up in. Now, she serves as the Executive Assistant to the Acting Superintendent and makes an impact through her role as one of the primary points of contact in the District. 

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Community Message - September 30, 2024

From Acting Superintendent Dr. K. Veronica Smith:

Prior to the opening of schools today, the Mount Vernon City School District was informed of an unconfirmed online threat to an unidentified school by the Mount Vernon Police Department. The MVPD determined that it was safe to open schools. As a precautionary measure, entry scanning procedures at all schools were increased and extra time was taken to thoroughly search all bags to ensure the safety of our students and staff. Nothing suspicious was found. The District’s typical entry procedures include daily bag searches. The MVPD is continuing to investigate the threat. We will keep you updated as we receive more information.