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Academics
Our students consistently score above state and national averages on state and national academic assessments, and are able to pursue interests in core academic classes as well as classes in the fine and practical arts.
Arts
The District has exemplary and award-winning programs in band, choir, orchestra, theater, and art, with learning and performances taking place in a state of the art Performing Arts Center.
Athletics
The Mount Vernon Mustangs consistently excel at high levels in all sports, winning multiple state, district, and conference championships throughout its history.
Excellence in Academics, Arts & Athletics
Our students thrive in a culture that recognizes that being a well-rounded person is key to their personal growth and development. Many of our students excel in all three arenas, developing life skills and building relationships that will assist them for their lives after school.
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June 9, 2026
Good afternoon,
At the June 8 Regular Board meeting it was approved to contract with Portzen Construction for the update and completion of the parking lot project starting next week. Please be advised that beginning Tuesday, June 16, 2026, the parking lot located between the Middle School and Elementary School will be closed to all vehicle access and travel. We anticipate the project being completed and the parking lot open for use again starting Monday, August 3, 2026.
Individuals needing access to the Middle School or District Office are asked to utilize the horseshoe loop and park in front of the Middle School during this time. You will utilize the Middle School entrance to gain entry to the building. Please see the below map for further information.
In addition, this will cause parking disruptions for home softball games as well (both lower level games and varsity games in the evening). Fans will now be asked to park in the green zones on the attached map. The parking areas are the Cornell maintenance lots on the NORTH side (see map). Please do not enter the south entrance as Cornell maintenance has requested us not to use that area.
Additional parking is also available in front of Washington Elementary as well.
We know this causes temporary disruptions to traffic, parking, and events and we thank you for your patience in the process.
Matthew Leeman
Superintendent
20 hours ago
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What a week this has been! It all started with the middle school Science Olympiad team taking off for California to compete at Nationals last Wednesday. In addition to competing, the team also was able to visit some amazing tourist spots.
Then last Thursday the boys and girls track teams headed to Des Moines for the State Track Meet. Records were broken, personal bests were obtained, and once again a State Championship was brought home to Mount Vernon! Congratulations to the girls’ track team on their State Championship and to the boys’ team for their 15th place finish.
Next up, this past Sunday it was time for graduation and the senior parade. It was a beautiful day to celebrate our seniors!
The last 3 days of school were filled with field trips, the elementary field day, and 8th grade graduation.
What an exciting week to be a Mustang!
To see additional photos and information, please check out the Mustang Moon postings here: x.com/TheMustangMoon and the MV girls track and field X site here: x.com/MVGTF1
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70% of Mount Vernon Community School District students receive college credit prior to graduating from high school, and 87% of our graduates are enrolled in a two or four-year academic or trade program.
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