Hello MVMS Families,
What a week! High school counselors were onsite to meet with each of our 8th graders, and we had the joy of hosting an informational meeting for our incoming 6th grade families. It’s a season of looking ahead — new buildings, new schedules, new opportunities. During times of transition, it can be easy to focus so much on what’s next that we forget to fully embrace what is right in front of us. There is still important learning, growth, and connection happening each day at MVMS, and we want our students to finish strong.
As we move into the final quarter of the year, this is also a good time to revisit expectations. In accordance with Indiana law, students may not use cell phones or smart watches during the school day. These devices should be turned off and stored in lockers from arrival until dismissal. We appreciate your partnership in reinforcing this expectation at home so that our classrooms remain focused, calm, and distraction-free for all learners.
Let’s work together to make this final stretch a strong and positive one for every student.
Have a great week!
Dr. Lori Katz, MVMS Principal
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This Week:
Wednesday, March 4 : 7th grade scheduling meetings during the school day
Wednesday, March 4: Early Release Day
Coming Up:
Thursday, March 12: MVMS Talent Show
Monday, March 16 - Friday, March 27: Spring Break, No School
8th Grade Dates to Remember:
Friday, May 8: 8th Grade Semi-Formal - 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Thursday, May 28: 8th Grade promotion - more details to come
Daily News
Daily announcements can be found HERE.
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February Student of the Month
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These students were identified by their team of teachers for being kind. They certainly contribute to creating a positive and welcoming environment at MVMS. This recognition is especially meaningful because it reflects the impact they have on those around them each day. Way to go!
Team Drive: Olivia Wise
Team Embark: Ethan Clark
Team Forge: Vera Shipley
Team Expedition: Eleanor Clark
Team Navigation: Colton Miller
Team Destination: Ivy Gallagher
Team Shield: Kensington James
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Save the date! MVCSC is hosting a "Cyber Safety: Connect & Protect" Digital Safety Event for Adults on Wednesday, March 11, at 6:30 p.m. in the MVHS Auditorium. Any adult is welcome to attend. The keynote speaker will be Katie Molindar, Executive Director at Zoey's Place Child Advocacy Center. Other speakers include: Seth Hamilton, Dir. of Technology, and Officer Diane Graffitti, MVHS SRO. Spread the word! |
The Mt. Vernon Scholastic Action Shooting Sports Team season is upon us. In our fourth year, we are set to compete four times with practices being held on Tuesday's beginning in March and ending in July. Please use the link below for more details and to share your interest in learning more.
Click HERE for basic information and to share contact information for future communications.
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Mt. Vernon Community School Corporation is considering the adoption of new social studies and FACS textbooks for the upcoming school year. The textbook adoption committee is recommending the below resources. Parents and community members may preview the resources in the administration building's main office between the hours of 8:30am-3:30pm until March 9th. The school corporation intends to seek board approval to purchase the resources at the March 9, 2026, school board meeting.
The committee is recommending Savvas Learning’s social studies textbooks for 5th grade, 7th grade Social Studies courses, and HS courses consisting of US History, World History, Econ., and History and Geography of the World. The committee recommends BFW Publishing’s textbook for AP Psychology. The FACS (Family and Consumer Science) department is recommending the G-W Publishers textbook for the new IDOE course Fundamentals of Human Services.
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Tickets for the 51st Talent Show are now on sale. The show will feature singers, dancers, musicians and more. The show is scheduled for Thursday, March 12 in the high school auditorium. Tickets are just $5 if you buy them in advance. On the night of the show, tickets will be $7.
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Our school life value terms help guide positive choices each day: Redo, Be Kind, Focus on Your Task, and With Respect.
In March, MVMS’s social-emotional lessons will focus on our life value term Focus on Your Task. Students will learn about distractions and how to limit distractions at school and at home.
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- March 4th - 7th grade scheduling meetings during the school day
- Scheduling forms sent to students’ emails at 6:00pm.
- March 11th - Scheduling forms DUE
📣Join MVMS Beginning Band!! 📣
We want YOU! Yes, YOU in band!!!
Students with no previous experience in band currently in 6th or 7th grade have the option of joining the Concert Band class next year. Concert band is a middle school beginning band that will allow students to join the band program! The class focuses on music literacy, learning a new instrument, and musical skills needed to join the MVMS Gold Band or the MVHS Symphonic Band next year!
Catfishing Awareness
We want to remind families to talk with students about online safety, especially catfishing—when someone pretends to be someone else online. This can happen on Social Media Platforms or Gaming Platforms. Encourage your child to be cautious about who they interact with, avoid sharing personal information, and let a trusted adult know if something online feels confusing or uncomfortable. Open conversations at home help keep students safe and confident online
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Important School Reminders |
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
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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.
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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.
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Calling all 7th grade parents!
We are building our 7th Grade Glow Party volunteer list. If you are interested in helping our co-chairs to plan/organize or you are just interested in working the event, please email mtvernonmiddleschoolpto@gmail.com
Help us celebrate our teachers!
The PTO is collecting $10 gift cards and Amazon wish list items for weekly staff challenge winners. You can email mtvernonmiddleschoolpto@gmail.com to coordinate drop off of items. Thank you for supporting our staff!
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Every 3 years, Hancock Health asks residents and those connected to our community to tell us about the health issues affecting our county.
Your input is vital to Hancock Health’s community health strategy for the next three years. Together with our community partners, our goal is to create better services and address barriers to improved health and well-being for everyone living or working in Hancock County.
Please take a few minutes to tell us what is important to you. Share the link with your friends and family. Must be at least 14 years old to complete the survey.
This survey is anonymous.
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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
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Facebook: MtVernonMiddleSchool
Instagram: @Mt.Vernon_MS
X: @MVMS_Sports
Website: www.mvcsc.k12.in.us
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1862 W. State Road 234
Fortville, IN 46040
317-485-3160
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