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Marauder Memo - January 18, 2026

Posted Date: 01/18/26 (10:00 AM)


MVMS

January 18, 2026

Hello MVMS Families,

As our 7th and 8th graders dive into their new quarter of classes, we ask that you please check your student's lunch account balances to ensure they are up to date. If you need step-by-step directions on this, please see below. 

Our PTO is already looking ahead to our end-of-year events, and since many hands make light work, we encourage you to look at the PTO section below to see how you can help. We take great pride in how our school community pulls together to support our students, and your involvement helps maintain the close-knit environment that makes our growing school special.

Have a great week!
Dr. Lori Katz, MVMS Principal
 
Marauder Shield

Important Dates

This Week:
Monday, January 19: No School; Martin Luther King Jr. day
Wednesday, January 21: Early Release Day


Coming Up:
Monday. February 16: Presidents Day, No School
Tuesday, February 17: No School
Monday, March 16 - Friday, March 27: Spring Break, No School
Friday, May 8: 8th Grade Semi-Formal - 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Daily News
Daily announcements can be found HERE.
 

Spelling Bee Champions

Spelling Bee Winners
Top 5

Congratulations!!!!

Spelling Bee Champion: Callie Floyd
Spelling Bee Runner-Up: Jamie Gibson
 

Lunch Balances

Please take a moment to check your child’s meal balance. To avoid any interruptions in meal service, follow the directions below to view your child’s balance and add funds to their account if . Thank you for your attention to this important reminder!
  • Log into Skyward as a parent
  • Click “Food Service” on the left
  • Click “Make a payment” in blue
  • Click “Fund lunch” 
  • Continue as a guest or log in/create an account
  • Fill out the information on the screen, including your student’s ID number
  • Add your student and continue on to fund lunch
 

PTO

In Search Of… PTO Volunteers!
We are currently looking for parents to help fill the following roles:
  • 7th Grade Event Committee Chair - All details and instructions are provided.
  • Dine to Donate Chair (Semester 2)
  • Spirit Wear Chair
If you’re interested or would like more information, we’d love to hear from you! mtvernonmiddleschoolpto@gmail.com

Join Our Next Virtual PTO Meeting
📅 February 11
🕕 6:00 PM
MVMS Counselors will be joining us to discuss how families can best support student academic success at home. We hope you can attend this informative session!

Help Us Restock the Staff Lounge!
We need help restocking the staff lounge! Donations of snacks, drinks, or supplies are greatly appreciated and go a long way in supporting our staff. Use the Amazon link below or contact us via email. 
 

Weekly Missing Assignment Emails

We often hear from parents who would like a simple way to keep track of their child’s missing assignments. If that’s you, please use this link to follow a quick two-step process to activate this option in Skyward.
Please note that teachers update grades at different times throughout the week, and missing assignments are not updated automatically. If you have questions about a specific assignment, we encourage you to contact your child’s teacher directly.
 

The Landing Place - A Space for Kids!

Once a week, kids ages 12–18 can gather in a youth-group style to share a meal, play games, and connect with one another in a safe, welcoming space. It’s a great opportunity to build friendships and have fun. Check it out!

125 E. Staat Street
Fortville, IN 46040
317-525-7791 
The Landing Place
 

Reporting an Absence

Reporting an Absence
If your student will be absent, please notify the school by 10:00 AM using one of the following methods:
Important Notes:
  • Absence documentation must be submitted within 3 days of the absence.
  • If the student is sick for 3 or more days, a doctor’s note is required for the absence to be excused.
  • For any doctor, dental, or other appointments, a provider’s excuse note is needed for the time missed to be excused.

Picking Students up Early
If your student needs to be picked up early, please notify the school ahead of time to ensure a smooth process:
Please include the following in your message:
  • Student’s name
  • Name of the person picking student up
  • Time of pickup

Parents, please be aware: We close the entrance off of State Road 234 at 3:20 PM for our car rider line. If you plan to pick up your child early, please do so before 3:20 PM, as the entrance will no longer be accessible after that time.

***For safety reasons, individuals must be at least 18 years old to sign a student out of school.***

Click HERE for the full MVCSC Attendance Policy.
 

Athletics

Athletic Website click Here

Physical Forms
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.

Attendance at MVHS Athletic Events
Please read the information HERE regarding attendance at Mt. Vernon High School athletic events.
Softball Winter Workouts
 

Nurse's Corner

We kindly ask for your support in helping us keep our school community healthy. Recently, some students have been coming to the nurse’s office asking whether they are sick after being sent to school with symptoms.
Please remember that you know your children best. If you truly believe your child is not feeling well or may be ill, please keep them home to rest and recover. This helps protect not only your child’s health, but also the well-being of other students and staff.
Thank you for your cooperation and for helping us maintain a safe and healthy environment for everyone.
Sincerely,

Angela and Katie, MVMS nurses

Medication Drop-Off:
Medications can be dropped off from 9:00 AM to 3:00 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 (11:45 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.

Be Prepared: It’s a great idea to keep a small personal kit on hand during your menstrual cycle. Consider including items like pads , wipes, and even a change of clothes—just in case.
 

Helpful Links


Facebook: MtVernonMiddleSchool
Instagram: @Mt.Vernon_MS
X: @MVMS_Sports
Website: www.mvcsc.k12.in.us
 
Mt Vernon Middle School
1862 W. State Road 234
Fortville, IN 46040
317-485-3160