March 17, 2022
Parents,
I hope you and your family are enjoying spring break!
As a reminder, quarter 4 begins on Monday, March 28th. Grades from quarter 3 will be available for you to view in Skyward by Friday, April 1, 2022.
As we begin quarter 4, please encourage your student to be academically focused. We want students to end the year positively. Also, please remind your student about the importance of demonstrating positive behavior daily. We want all students to have the opportunity to attend our class field trip and/or participate in end of the year activities.
We had several fun activities and events prior to spring break. Check them out below! We are very proud of our students!
Enjoy your spring break and Happy St. Patrick's Day!
Brooke Tharp
MVMS Principal
Wow! What a fun day! On March 11th, 8th grade students demonstrated their ingenuity and problem-solving skills by working with their peers to create a device that would allow them to walk across the pool. Congratulations to our 3 groups who successfully completed the journey and to
ALL of the student who participated! We had some great costumes, as well! The event was a lot of fun as you can tell by these pictures!
| February Students of the Month |
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Congratulations to our Students of the Month for February! We appreciate your hard work and the way you represent MVMS!
Mark Booth, the Royal Falconer, visited 6th grade students before break and shared hisTake Flight Education program to students.
| 6th Grade Band Performance |
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Mr. Mark Middleton worked with our 6th grade band after their March concert. They had a great performance!
MVEF Gala
Why is “home” so important to us? Perhaps, because for better or worse, by presence or absence, it is a crucial point of reference—in memory, feeling, and imagination—for inventing the story of ourselves, our life-narrative, for understanding our place in time. No matter what place you call home, the very word strikes a chord deep inside each of us. “Home” to some means sanctuary, the place we can rest, relax, enjoy time with friends, and family, learn, grow … and just be. Our “home” says a lot about who we are and what we think is important.
Since our inception 15 years ago, The Mt. Vernon Community School District has served as the "heart" of our Mt. Vernon Education Foundation, “home” it has been the constant thread that weaves the fabric of our community together from casual conversation, cheering on players who represent us in sports, (Go Marauders!) to all of our amazing educators, the teachable moments and learning experiences along the way in creating a place where the foundation could invest thanks to the generosity of our donors in the hopes, dreams, needs, and wishes of our students, staff, and community as we build brighter futures together.
As we gather to celebrate the foundation's 15th Anniversary on Saturday, April 23, 2022, we hope you will join us in supporting our "home" through attending the Black and Gold Gala, sponsorship, donating to the silent auction, or granting a wish to one of our amazing teachers for their classrooms!
The Mt. Vernon Education Foundation will continue to work in supporting the gap between the tax dollars available and the funds needed to preserve the comprehensive education that our community values and expects for all of our Mt. Vernon students.
We hope you will join us at this year’s Black and Gold Gala on Saturday, April 23, 2022, at the JW Marriott Indianapolis. To purchase tickets go to
www.MtVernonFoundation.org.
| Washington D.C. Trip Parent Meeting |
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A meeting will be held Wednesday, April 27th at 6:00 pm in the middle school cafeteria for parents and their student who is participating in the DC Trip. Trip guidelines will be discussed and emergency medical forms will be completed. If your student will need to take any medication during the trip please plan to bring it that night. All medications will need to be in their original container, placed in a zip lock bag, and labeled with their full name. If you have any questions please contact
stephanie.evans@mvcsc.k12.in.us.
Join the MVCSC TeamCommunity members who are looking for work or know someone who is looking for a rewarding position are encouraged to consider MVCSC employment opportunities. The district is hiring custodians, instructional assistants, food service, and bus drivers-- all offering competitive wages and all playing a vital part in the Marauder school family. Click
HERE to learn more about open positions and become part of our team.
Instructional Assistant Job OpportunitiesAre you looking for a job with hours that match your child's school schedule? Are you interested in a job that helps students to be successful in the classroom? If so, click on the link above to learn more about Instructional Assistant positions at MVMS.
Food Services Job OpportunitiesAre you a stay at home parent looking to make some extra money while on your kids schedule? Our food service department is hiring at all schools and could really use your help! If you are interested please fill out an application at
www.mvcsc.k12.in.us/employment or email doris.johnson@mvcsc.k12.in.us or kasey.voeller@mvcsc.k12.in.us
UPCOMING PTO EVENTS:
- April 6 - Dine to donate - Lincoln Square, Fortville
- April 19 - Treat Tuesday - final Treat Tuesday of the year for the staff
- April 20 - PTO Meeting - 6 pm - Marauder Hall - Dr. Parker, Mt Vernon School Corporation Superintendent, will be our special guest!
- April 29 - 6 and 7th grade end of year celebration!
- May 3 - Staff Appreciation Luncheon
- May 13 - 8th grade Semi-formal dance! Information will be available later this month!
- May 18 - PTO Meeting - 6 pm - Marauder Hall (across from the main office) - Final Meeting of the school year, 2022/23 officer elections
6 & 7TH GRADE CELEBRATION:“Out of this World” Neon celebration complete with Photo Booth, glow stick accessories, sports, and fun DJ! More information to come after spring break!
8th GRADE SEMI FORMAL DANCE:“A Night Under the Stars - Hollywood”
Start shopping for dressy clothes 8th grade parents - the semi-formal dance tradition is back!
More information to come after spring break!
PURA VIDA BRACELET SALE:Marauder Black and Gold Pura Vida Bracelets in 2 styles will be for sale after spring break! Limited quantity available. More information to come!
SPIRIT WEAR STORE:Check out FIDGETYFAN for all your spirit wear needs.
https://fidgetyfan.com/pages/mtvernonschools PTO MEETING:Please join us at our next meeting on Wednesday, April 20, 6 PM in Marauder Hall with special guest, Dr. Parker!
QUESTIONS:If you have any questions please emailmtvernonmiddleschoolpto@gmail.com.
Anyone interested in trying out for an athletic team is required to complete and submit to the Athletic office the
IHSAA Sports Physical and
Final Forms prior to tryouts.
2022-2023 Sports Physical NightSAVE THE DATE! Mt. Vernon Athletics and Hancock Health will be hosting a physical night on 4/7/22 in the MVHS main gym. This would fulfill the pre-participation physical requirements for the 2022-23 school year. As a reminder, all student-athletes must have a physical dated 4/1/22 or after in order to participate in any athletic practices or conditioning sessions when return from moratorium on July 11th. More details to come soon
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High School Gold Intensity Dance Team An audition informational meeting will be held Wednesday, March 30th in the High School Cafeteria at 7pm for parents and 8th grade students wishing to audition for the Dance team.
7th & 8th Grade BaseballBaseball tryouts will be held March 29th - 31st beginning at 5:30 until 7:00pm. Plan to drop off and pick up your student at the middle school baseball field. Please note that the time has changed from information that was previously given to boys.
Track & FieldTrack evaluations will begin Monday, March 28th after school until 5:30. Anyone who filled out a sign up form prior to Spring Break should attend. Please contact
lori.labelle@mvcsc.k12.in.us with any questions.
2022 Football Any student interested in playing football this Fall should sign up and pick up a calendar outside of Mr. Harnish’s classroom if they have not yet done so. Please email
eric.harnish@mvcsc.k12.in.us with any questions.
Attendance at MVHS Athletic EventsPlease read the information
HERE regarding attendance at Mt. Vernon High School athletic events.
If your student will be absent from school please notify us by one of the following methods:
- Call the attendance line at 317-485-3160 (available 24/7)
Email
elizabeth.blunk@mvcsc.k12.in.us Daily announcements can be found
HERE.
| Upcoming Events and Important Dates |
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March 28th - School Resumes
April 6th - eLearning Day
April 8th - 6th Grade Trip to Louisville
April 11th - 8th Grade Tours of the High School
April 19th - 28th - ILearn Testing
April 27th - Washington D.C. parent meeting- 6:00pm in the MS cafeteria
May 4th - 7th - 8th grade trip to Washington D.C.
May 9th - 12th - NWEA Testing
May 13th - 7th Grade trip to Cincinnati
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