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.

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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.

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Athletics

The Mount Vernon Mustangs consistently excel at high levels in all sports, winning multiple state, district, and conference championships throughout its history.

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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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The Mount Vernon Community School District currently has some great job opportunities! The following positions are posted on TeachIowa (iowa.schoolspring.com/):

High School Special Education Associate – 2 positions
Middle School Special Education Associate – 1 position
Washington Elementary Special Education Associate – 4 positions
Champions Daycare Summer Lunch Staff
Food Service Director
Washington Elementary Lead Cook
High School Assistant Football Coach
High School Assistant Varsity Boys Basketball Coach
Sign Language Interpreter
Middle School Special Education Teacher

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Southeast Linn Community Center’s free School Supply Distribution.
Free supplies and backpacks are available to Lisbon and Mount Vernon students and those who homeschooled or attending online school. Register here or at selinn.org. Final registration deadline is Friday, May 29th.
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1st round of Mount Vernon Archers competed yesterday, at Eastern Nationals in Louisville, Kentucky! Way to go Mustangs, you did great!!
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Fostering growth and confidence as learners and people

Opportunities to Explore

Students in the Mount Vernon Community School District have the opportunity to pursue their interests and passions in a variety of academic programs, while also being able to engage in a variety of extracurricular activities.

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Accomplished Educators

The Mount Vernon Community School District is fortunate to have teachers and staff members who have dedicated several decades in service to our students, while also recruiting talented new teachers and staff members to join a dynamic team.

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A Caring Community

Supporting the social and emotional growth and well-being of our students is as important as their academic growth, and is evident in the positive relationships established between the students and staff.

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POSITIVE CULTURE

100% of the Mount Vernon Community School District recognizes and celebrates the accomplishments of all students and staff in all academic and co-curricular areas.

FUTURE FOCUSED

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.

COMMUNITY FOCUSED

MANY of Mount Vernon Community School District students work in the community and are engaged in a variety of volunteer and service projects.

INVOLVED STUDENTS

MAJORITY of Mount Vernon Community School District students are involved in co-curricular and extra-curricular activities.

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Our students are all in with being proud Mustangs and proud members of the Mount Vernon community, and our staff and community are all in for them!