Parents,
As we wrap up an incredible first two days of school, I want to thank all of our families for helping make it such a positive start to the year. Our Back to School Night was a tremendous success, and it was wonderful to see so many students and parents filling the halls, meeting teachers, and beginning new connections.
The first few days of middle school are always filled with a mix of excitement and nerves—for students, parents, and even teachers! We've seen students learning new routines, navigating busy hallways, finding classrooms, opening lockers (sometimes on the first try, sometimes after a little extra practice!), and beginning to build friendships and relationships with their teachers. Every smile, question, and small success helps students grow more confident with each passing day.
Thank you for partnering with us as we help students settle into the school year. We're off to a fantastic start, and we look forward to all the learning, growth, and memorable experiences that lie ahead.
Have a great week!
Dr. Lori Katz, MVMS Principal
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This Week:
Wednesday, August 12: Early Release Day
Coming Up:
Thursday, August 27th: Fall Pictures
Monday, September 7th: No School - Labor Day
Wednesday, September 23rd: No School - Parent/Teacher Connection Day
March 19-21: 8th grade trip to DC - more information coming soon
Daily News
Daily announcements can be found HERE.
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During the first few weeks of school, we often enroll new students and process withdrawals, which may require adjustments to student schedules. While we recognize that these changes can be frustrating, they are sometimes necessary to maintain balanced class sizes and provide the best possible learning environment for all students. We appreciate your patience and understanding as we work through this process. |
- When students enter the building, all cell phones, smart watches, smart glasses etc should be off and put in their backpacks. This includes ear buds and headphones.
- Students are able to carry a pencil pouch with them to all classes. Backpacks, purses, and crossbody bags will be stored in their lockers. They may take a drawstring-style bag to and from their wellness class.
- All students will have 10 passes to use each quarter. Students may use the restroom during passing periods and during the first 20 minutes of lunch. Any restroom needs outside of passing periods will require a signed pass from their student planner.
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All students will receive a school planner on Monday. Teachers will distribute these during 3rd period. Teachers will review homework due dates with students, and students will copy all homework assignments into their planner. |
Smile! School Picture Day is August 27, 2026. You can order pictures online prior to the day by visiting mylifetouch.com and using the Picture Day ID: EVT3GK9KG. Your student can also pick up an order form in the front office. |
Welcome back to school from the MVMS library. Your student will have the opportunity for library time each week. Library day will depend on their language arts teacher, so ask your student which day they go to the library to help keep track of their books. Remember lost or damaged book fines do carry over from school to school. You may pay any fines through E-funds or directly to any librarian in the district.
Happy Reading!!
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This is Our school life value terms help guide positive choices each day: Redo, Be Kind, Focus on Your Task, and With Respect.
August we will focus on the term Redo. Students will have social emotional lessons each Wednesday during Success directed towards that term.
**Announcements**
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! ❤️
Teletherapy Option
Cartwheel provides rapid access to evidence-based 1-1 teletherapy, psychiatric evaluations, medication management, parent guidance, and family therapy.
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Reporting an Absence
If your student will be absent, please notify the school by 9:40 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
***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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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.***
Thank you for your understanding.
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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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Welcome Back, Marauders!
We hope everyone has had a fantastic start to the school year. On behalf of the MVMS PTO, we'd like to extend a warm welcome to all of our returning and new families. We're excited to partner with you to make this a fun, successful, and memorable year for our students, teachers, and staff.
Thank You!
A huge thank you to everyone who has signed up to be a part of the MVMS PTO! Whether you're volunteering at an event, donating items, attending meetings, or simply supporting our efforts, your involvement makes a meaningful difference. We couldn't do it without you.
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📅 Wednesday, August 12
🕖 7:00 PM
💻 Virtual via Google Meet
We invite all PTO members and anyone interested in learning more about the PTO to join us for our first meeting of the school year. We'll discuss upcoming events, volunteer opportunities, fundraising, and ways you can get involved. We hope to see you there! Please email us for the meeting link.
Mark Your Calendars!
Be sure to save these upcoming dates:
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August 12 - PTO Meeting (Virtual)
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September 9 – PTO Meeting (Virtual)
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October 7 – PTO Meeting (Virtual)
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November 10 – PTO Meeting (Virtual)
More events and volunteer opportunities will be shared throughout the year, so stay tuned!
Volunteer Opportunities
We're looking for a volunteer to help coordinate our Dine to Donate fundraisers throughout the school year!
This role includes reaching out to local restaurants and businesses, coordinating fundraising opportunities, and working with the PTO to schedule events that support our school. It's a great way to make a meaningful impact while connecting with our local community. If interested send us an email!
Interested? We'd love to hear from you! Please email us at mtvernonmiddleschoolpto@gmail.com for more information or to volunteer.
Stay Connected
Don't miss out on the latest PTO news, volunteer opportunities, and event updates! Interested? We'd love to hear from you! Please email us for more information or to volunteer.
📱 Follow us on Facebook: Mt Vernon Middle School PTO
📧 Email us: mtvernonmiddleschoolpto@gmail.com
Here's to a fantastic school year! Thank you for partnering with us to support our students, teachers, and staff. We look forward to an amazing year together.
#WeRMV
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Welcoming Our Amazing Staff Back!
The MVMS PTO kicked off the school year by welcoming our incredible teachers and staff back on Monday, August 3 with a delicious breakfast featuring donuts, coffee, and yogurt.
We are so grateful to everyone who donated items and volunteered their time to help make this a successful event. Your generosity helped us show our appreciation for the amazing educators and staff who work so hard to make MVMS a great place for our students.
This is just the beginning of what we hope will be a fantastic year of supporting our school community. Thank you for helping us start the year off on a positive note—we couldn't do it without you!
Together, we're making a difference... one event at a time! 💙🖤💛
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1862 W. State Road 234
Fortville, IN 46040
317-485-3160
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