Marauder Memo - November 24, 2024

As we wrap up our month of focus on respect, let’s celebrate the differences that make our families and communities unique. Teaching children to respect diversity—whether in culture, opinions, or abilities—enriches their understanding of the world. Encourage conversations about differences, promoting empathy and kindness. Create an environment where discussing differences is welcomed. Encourage your child to share their thoughts about diversity in their school or community, and facilitate discussions about how respecting differences enriches relationships and society as a whole. By fostering respect for diversity, we help our children grow into compassionate individuals.

Dr. Lori Katz, MVMS Principal

Please remember to pull all the way forward during parent drop-off and pick-up, even on days with inclement weather. This helps ensure a smooth and efficient flow of traffic and keeps our students safe. Thank you for your cooperation!

If your family owes any outstanding fees — including book rental fees, food service fees, library fees, or any other school-related expenses from previous years — your child will not be eligible to attend grade-level field trips until these balances are settled. 

If you have any questions regarding paying past due fees, please contact MVMS Treasurer Velina Dalchow at velina.dalchow@mvcsc.k12.in.us or by calling the school.

Who? 6th grade students - limited seating available

What? Field trip to Louisville, KY & Morengo, IN - cost is $210 per student

Where? Louisville Zoo, Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory, and Morengo Cave

When? Friday, April 4. 2025 - report at 5:45AM, return at 8:45PM (times are approximate)

    1. Complete the Parent Square Consent Form that will be emailed on Wednesday 10/30/24 at

      9AM. You will need to know your student's SUCCESS teacher to complete the form. 

    2. Make the first payment of $105. You must have the entire first installment paid to reserve the seat. eFunds will be available for payments at 12PM on 10/30/24. 

    3. We accept 25-30 Chapones for this trip. Seats are first come, first serve and are the same price as the student seat. Details will be provided 10/30/24 in the Parent Square post.

Due to limited availability of bus seats and venue capacities, not all 6th grade students will be able to attend the trip. We will maintain a waitlist and will let students/adults know as seats on the field trip become available. Questions should be directed to Kim Zeis, guidance secretary, at kimberly.zeis@mvcsc.k12.in.us

Who? 7th grade students - limited seating available

What? Field trip to Cincinnati, OH - cost is $180 per student

Where? Great American Ball Park, Newport Aquarium and National Museum of the Air Force

When? Friday, May 2, 2025 - report at 5:45AM, return at 8:00PM (times are approximate)

    1. Complete the Parent Square Consent Form that will be emailed on Wednesday 11/6/24 at

     12PM. You will need to know your student's SUCCESS teacher to complete the form. 

    2. Make the first payment of $90. You must have the entire first installment paid to reserve the seat. eFunds will be available for payments at 12PM on 11/6/24. 

    3. We accept 25-30 Chapones for this trip. Seats are first come, first serve and are the same price as the student seat. Details will be provided 11/6/24 in the Parent Square post.

Due to limited availability of bus seats and venue capacities, not all 7th grade students will be able to attend the trip. We will maintain a waitlist and will let students/adults know as seats on the field trip become available. Questions should be directed to Kim Zeis, guidance secretary, at kimberly.zeis@mvcsc.k12.in.us

The MVCSC curriculum novel list committee is seeking parents to participate on the committee. Parents who are interested should contact, Dr. Katz at lori.katz@mvcsc.k12.in.us, by December 6th. The original novel list committee met during the 2019-2020 school year. Our current approved novel list can be found on our district website on the curriculum page.  We have teachers requesting to add novel(s) to the list therefore the committee will be meeting (asynchronously) from January - March. The committee will meet to discuss the requests based on merits, content, and appropriateness. Finally, the committee will determine if any of the requests should be moved to the school board to request the board’s approval to be added to the list. Parents who are selected to participate will be notified by December 13th.

If you went to Mt. Vernon, you probably remember the talent show. The historic 50th MVMS Talent Show is set for March 13th and will be held in the high school auditorium. 

The show will feature singers, dancers, musicians and many more unique acts. Auditions for students will begin in February. Tickets for the show will go on sale in March. Please save the date.

Hello Families,

My name is Jessica Buell, and I am a 2nd grade teacher at Mt. Comfort Elementary. I am also the camp director for Camp Invention. I have an amazing opportunity for your child(ren) grades 7th-9th (grade is what they will be entering next school year) Camp Invention will be June 2nd-6th, from 9am-3:30pm.

The Leaders-in-Training (LIT) position is a summer opportunity for students entering grades seven through nine. (next school year)

LITs build leadership skills in a dynamic, invention-based setting while mentoring children in kindergarten through sixth grade. Through the program, LITs gain and practice leadership and teamwork skills, act as role models for younger participants, and learn to set and meet personal and team goals.

LITs work with a Camp Invention® Instructor to become a subject-matter expert in their module(s). LITs are also paired with a Leadership Intern mentor who helps the LIT develop leadership skills, which are used to empower Camp Invention participants as they become critical thinkers and creative problem solvers. 

While at Camp Invention, LITs set goals, reflect on their experiences, adapt leadership techniques, give and receive positive, constructive feedback, and evaluate their personal performance.

LITs also help set a tone of excitement and team spirit and facilitate activities as needed. They engage Camp Invention participants in the overall experience, support them in problem solving, and assist in providing a safe environment. Not only is Camp Invention an opportunity for LITs to make a lifelong impression on younger children, it can also guide LITs in making future career decisions!

If you are interested in registering your child as a LIT go to this link. The cost to be an LIT is $170.

Have a wonderful holiday season!

Sincerely,

Jessica Buell

If your student will be absent from school please notify us by one of the following methods:

If a student is going to be absent from the school for the day, parents/guardians have the responsibility to notify the attendance secretary by 10:00 am with verification of the absence. Documentation of absences must be received within three days of the absence. An illness of three days or longer will require doctor verification for the entire absence to be excused. When a student is absent for a full or partial day due to a doctor, dental, or another appointment(s) a school excuse note from the provider will be required for the absence to be excused.

Please Click HERE for the MVCSC Attendance Policy.

Athletic Website click Here

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.

Please read the information HERE regarding attendance at Mt. Vernon High School athletic events.

Looking ahead, save the date for our Skating Party on 12/9 at 6pm. (This event is for MVMS students and families only and drop-offs are not permitted. All students must be with an adult the entirety of their stay.)