Hello MVMS Families,
Thank you for all you did to support students to do their best on ILEARN this week. Students have worked hard all year to master state standards, and we are confident that they were able to show what they know this week. Students who were unable to participate last week will have the opportunity to make up their testing this week.
MVMS will continue to serve as a 2026 Midterm Primary Election Early Voting Center until May 4th. Please continue to use our normal car rider pick-up procedures on these days.
Teacher Appreciation Week is right around the corner. Consider reaching out to teachers who have made a positive impact on your child and their learning journey!
Have a great week!
Dr. Lori Katz, MVMS Principal
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This Week:
Wednesday, April 29: Early Release Day
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 - **see below for attendance policy**
Daily News
Daily announcements can be found HERE.
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Showing up is a skill for life
Attendance isn’t just about school — it’s about building habits for adulthood. Showing up consistently teaches responsibility, time management, perseverance, and accountability.
These habits matter in future jobs, relationships, and commitments. Helping students build strong attendance routines now supports long-term success far beyond middle school.
🔗 Learn more:
• Attendance habits and life success — Attendance Works
• Why attendance matters beyond academics — EdTrust
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April 15 - May 6 : Early Bird Tickets: $10 - Buy Here
Day-of Tickets at the door: $15
The same attendance rules apply for this event as for all events - a student MUST be in attendance the second half of the day to attend the dance. If students leave school early and have paid for a ticket, that student's money will be refunded and they will not be able to attend.
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 |
MVMS Arrival & Dismissal Procedures
To help ensure a safe and efficient process for all students, please review and follow the procedures below for morning drop-off and afternoon pick-up.
General Reminders
- Use Loop Drive only for drop-off and pick-up (enter from 200 West).
- Do not use Shoppell Drive or enter from SR 234.
- West Lot access is only for families with MVHS or MVIS students.
Morning Drop-Off
- Follow Loop Drive to the front of the school.
- Cars will be released into the drop-off lane at 8:25 AM.
- Form a single-file line and pull forward as far as possible.
- Students must exit on the curbside only.
- Doors open at 8:30 AM; school begins at 8:50 AM (tardy after 8:48 AM).
Afternoon Pick-Up
- Follow the same route; cars enter at 3:40 PM.
- Dismissal begins at 3:50 PM.
- Students enter vehicles from the curbside only.
- Exit onto 200 West (right turn/north only).
Important Safety Reminders
- Always pull forward to help keep the line moving efficiently.
- Follow all staff directions at all times.
- These procedures are in place to ensure the safety of all students—thank you for your cooperation and support!
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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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🍦 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.
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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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