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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.

 

Happy Social Worker Month
Happy National Social Worker Month!

March is National Social Worker Month! Thank you to all the social workers who support, uplift and advocate for our students. The Mount Vernon City School District appreciates you!

Three men in formal attire stand in front of a backdrop with the text "My Brother's Keeper" displayed.
Student Trustee Leonard Oduro participates in New York State Legislative Conference through My Brother's Keeper

The My Brother’s Keeper program helps to open doors for students, and Student Trustee Leonard Oduro, a senior at Mount Vernon STEAM Academy, recently had the opportunity to attend a legislative conference in Albany through the program. At the conference — held by the New York State Association of Black, Puerto Rican, Hispanic & Asian Legislators — he met with influential leaders and participated in meaningful discussions on student leadership and community impact.  

 
 
Mount Vernon's Jewel Box
Mount Vernon's Jewel Box - Pre-K 3 Lottery Registration and Pre-K 4 Early Registration Open Now

In this week’s Jewel Box, we are highlighting our prekindergarten program, with registration open now! Pre-K is a vital time for a student’s growth, and we urge all parents to register their child now. Learning the basics of reading, writing and speaking in pre-K lays a solid foundation that our students can carry with them through their entire educational journey.  Pre-K 4 Early Registration and the Pre-K 3 lottery will be open until June 19, 2026. Visit our registration page for more information. You can also view Mount Vernon’s Jewel Box on our Facebook, Instagram, or YouTube! #MtVernonShines

Children reading.
MVCSD participates in Read Across America Week

The Mount Vernon City School District is thrilled to announce our participation in Read Across America Week!

Throughout the week, our schools will come alive with engaging, joyful, and meaningful literacy experiences designed to celebrate the power of reading. Students across the district will participate in themed activities, special events, and creative classroom experiences that inspire a lifelong love of books.

February Superintendent's presentation.
February superintendent's report presented to BOE

Dr. Demario Strickland, Superintendent of Schools, presented his monthly report to the Board of Education Thursday evening, highlighting the work being done throughout the district, as well as recognizing teachers who were awarded this month and school counselors in honor of National School Counseling Week.