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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.

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The Mount Vernon Middle School 5K has been a tradition for several years. As a fun and healthy activity we can all enjoy together, the MVMS Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) has turned this exciting event into the Middle School’s main fundraiser. We appreciate any donations, no matter the amount. 100% of the funds raised will go to our school, with only a small portion being used for fundraising expenses. … See MoreSee Less

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The Mount Vernon Middle School 5K has been a tradition for several years. As a fun and healthy activity we can all enjoy together, the MVMS Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) has turned this exciting event into the Middle Schools main fundraiser. We appreciate any donations, no matter the amount. 100% of the funds raised will go to our school, with only a small portion being used for fundraising expenses.
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The annual MV Booster Club Fundraiser will be held on Monday, April 27 from 5:45 – 7:15 pm. Student-athletes will be going door-to-door collecting donations for the Booster Club. If a group stops by, please donate! … See MoreSee Less

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Due to the increased threat of severe weather (multiple rounds) tonight, all evening activities have been canceled and we’re asking students to be out of our buildings by 4 pm.
Cancelations include:
HS JV Boys Soccer v. Vinton-Shellsburg
MS Boys Track Meet @ Marion
All MS and HS Athletic Practices
Robotics
Musical
Shaving Cream Classic
Gym/campus area rentals

Champions Day Care will be closing at 4:30 pm today.

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Mount Vernon MS/HS parents, Community, and Staff –

All events are canceled tonight due to the timing of the predicted severe weather.

HS Track at Lisbon is canceled
HS Soccer v. Solon is postponed
All MS and HS practices are canceled
All gym rentals are canceled as well on campus

The only exception is for the musical. Mr. Stephens and Mr. Thede will connect at 6pm and make a final call on whether it is ok/safe to run a rehearsal later in the evening. That practice would not start before 6:30pm at the earliest.

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