Marauder Memo - January 19, 2025

When your child struggles to follow expectations, try inviting them to "redo" the situation. For example, if they spoke disrespectfully, encourage them to repeat their words with kindness. Redos teach your child the behavior you expect while keeping your relationship strong.

** Just a reminder that there will be no school on Monday, January 20 in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Enjoy the day with your family, and feel free to turn off those morning alarms! **

Dr. Lori Katz, MVMS Principal

On Tuesday January 14th MVMS held our annual school wide spelling bee. Three students from each team earned the right to compete. Thirty three students arrived eager to show off their spelling skills. After 39 rounds Violet P. (6th grade) triumphed over Ashlynn S.(8th grade). Way to go ladies.

Who? 6th grade students - limited seating available

What? Field trip to Lousiville, 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 sent home with your student upon request. You will need to know your student's SUCCESS teacher to complete the form. 

    2. Make the complete payment of $210.  

    3. Chaperone spots are full. 

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 sent home with your student upon    request. You will need to know your student's SUCCESS teacher to complete the form. 

  2. Make the complete payment of $180.  

  3. Chaperone spots are full. 

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

This recording from HopeAlight will provide an overview of how technology impacts the brains and behaviors of our children along with many TBRI-based strategies to support brain health as well as emotional and mental health. With several data resources available now, we are understanding more deeply how technology is impacting this new generation and we hope you find this resource helpful to empower and equip you as you manage your teen's usage of technology. 

The nurse is usually in her office from 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday through Friday. Dropping off medication for a student can be tricky after 3:00 PM due to the car rider line forming and SR-234 being closed in front of the school. Lunchtime (11:00 AM to 1:00 PM) is a busy period in the clinic, so if you drop off medication during this time, please be aware that your visit may take longer.

I am still missing several students' asthma and allergy action plans. If these forms are not submitted, your child(ren) may be excluded from field trips. These forms must be signed by both you and your physician. They are available on our website here.

It is helpful if students bring a water bottle to school each day to stay hydrated throughout the day. It is also important that they have a good breakfast in the morning before school.

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.

With all of these exciting changes, we're looking for a new crew of amazing volunteers to come in and continue showering our staff and students at Mt. Vernon Middle School with all of the support, joy, and love they deserve! Please reach out to us at mtvernonmiddleschoolpto@gmail.com or via Facebook if you're interested in joining or leading!