Hello MVMS Families,
ILEARN testing begins this week! Please make sure students charge their Chromebooks nightly, bring all necessary supplies to school, and eat a healthy breakfast to help fuel their brains for testing. All students will also need wired earbuds or headphones, so please ensure your student has these at school on testing days.
Testing Schedule:
Tuesday, April 21 – Math
Thursday, April 23 – ELA Part One
Friday, April 24 – ELA Part Two
Early Voting at MVMS
MVMS will serve as a 2026 Midterm Primary Election Early Voting Center from April 15th - May 4th. The Hancock County Sheriff's Department will help with traffic flow school days. Please continue to use our normal car rider pick-up procedures on these days.
Have a great week!
Dr. Lori Katz, MVMS Principal
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This Week:
Tuesday, April 21: ILearn testing - Math
Wednesday, April 22: Early Release Day
Thursday, April 23: ILearn testing - ELA part one
Friday, April 24:: ILearn testing - ELA part two
Friday, April 24: 7th Grade Glow Party, after school - 5:15 - Buy Tickets Online Here (ticket sales start Monday, April 20)
Coming up:
Monday, May 25: No School, Memorial Day
Wednesday, May 27: NO Early Release Day, dismissal - 3:50
Thursday, May 28: Last day of School
8th Grade Dates to Remember:
Friday, May 8: 8th Grade Semi-Formal, 6:30pm - 8:00pm - Buy Tickets Here
Daily News
Daily announcements can be found HERE.
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Routine supports emotional health
Consistent school attendance provides structure, predictability, and connection to caring adults — all of which support emotional and mental well-being. Feeling known, supported, and part of a community helps students manage stress and anxiety.
Research shows that frequent absences can increase feelings of isolation and disconnection, while regular attendance strengthens relationships that support student wellbeing.
🔗 Learn more:
• Attendance and social-emotional health — NAESP
• School connectedness and mental health — CDC
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💻 Online: Starting Monday, April 20– Thursday, April 23 : Click Here 🍽️ In-person (during lunch): April 22–24
We still need volunteers for this event!
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April 15 - May 6 : Early Bird Tickets: $10 - Buy Here
Day-of Tickets at the door: $15
We’re also looking for volunteers to help make this night special! 👉 Sign up here
Thank you in advance for your support!
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If you are interested in taking summer school Prep for College & Careers (PCC) or Computing Foundations at MVHS, please complete the registration form below. Please complete the form no later than May 1st, 2026.
Summer school will run from June 1st to June 25th (Monday - Thursday), 9am-12pm. Summer school is not open on Fridays.
PCC & Computing Foundations will be conducted primarily online with students being registered through our Plato software. Students can work at their own pace, however a pacing guide is turned on to help students complete the class on time. Students will need to come into the building during summer school hours to take all of their post-tests as well as the final. (students do not need to come in to take the mastery tests, however they are encouraged to come in as much as they like to get help).
Teachers will be available between the hours of 9 am-12 pm, Monday through Thursday from June 1st-June 25th to assist students with any questions they might have.
If you have already taken PCC at the middle school, then you have already earned your PCC credit and cannot take this again.
An email will be sent to those who signed up for summer school the week of May 26th with information on how to access your summer class and the teachers who are overseeing the class.
Please email your high school counselor with any additional questions!
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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 April, MVMS’s social-emotional lessons will focus on and revisit our life value term With Respect. Students will learn about communication, choices, and how to treat others. Together, we’re building a caring and respectful school community.
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Care Closet:
This closet is filled with various “basic needs” items for our Mt. Vernon Middle school students. More and more students visit the counseling department needing toiletries, clothing, food, etc. When our students’ basic needs are not met they are unable to learn. We will be forever grateful for any donations!! Please take a look at our Amazon wish list. Thank you in advance for helping our students! ❤️
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 |
- Bring Your Device Daily: Chromebooks are a required instructional tool. Students should bring their device to school every day, just like a textbook or notebook.
- Charged Chromebooks: Students are expected to bring their Chromebook to school fully charged each day. Uncharged devices significantly disrupt learning time.
- Care of Devices: Students will use the same Chromebook for the next two school years, so careful handling is essential. This includes keeping devices protected, clean, and free from damage.
Thank you for partnering with us to help students stay prepared and responsible. These small habits make a big difference in maximizing learning time for everyone
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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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🍦 April 27 – Dine to Donate Night
Join us at Culver’s in McCordsville to support our school! It’s a great way to enjoy a meal while giving back—bring your family and help us make it a successful night.
💙 Looking Ahead – PTO 2026–2027
We are beginning to plan for next year and would love your involvement! Whether you can volunteer occasionally or are interested in taking on a larger role, there are many ways to get involved and make a difference.
👉 Please complete our interest form HERE
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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
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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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