Reminder: There will be no school on Friday, April 18. Enjoy the long weekend!

End-of-Course (EOC) testing will take place on the following dates:

• Math Part 1 – April 22
• Math Part 2 – April 23
• Biology (Both Parts) – April 24

On testing days, students who are scheduled to test must arrive by 7:35 AM. Students who are not testing will follow a 2-hour delay schedule.

Your student should have received a green slip that tells them all the days they need to be in attendance for testing.

Thank you for your support in ensuring a smooth testing process. Please reach out with any questions.

If you purchased items from Jostens related to graduation, those items can be picked up in the high school office.

Please use the following link for information regarding end of the year senior activities.

Senior Newsletter

As we approach the end of the school year, we want to remind everyone that Senior Tag and Senior Pranks are not school-sponsored events and are not permitted on school grounds at any time—before, during, or after school. This does include ALL athletic facilities.

While we understand the excitement of senior traditions, any participation in these activities on school property will result in consequences. Our priority is to maintain a safe and respectful learning environment for all students and staff.

We appreciate your cooperation in ensuring a positive and memorable end to the school year. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out.

In the recent district newsletter, Senior Awards Night was incorrectly listed as taking place on Thursday, May 22. The correct date for the ceremony is Monday, May 19.

We apologize for any confusion this may have caused and look forward to celebrating our seniors on the correct date.

Mr. Caughlan will be meeting with Mount Vernon seniors who attend the KCCC on Wednesday, April 23 at 8:00 a.m. This meeting will be held at the KCCC. During this meeting, Mr. Caughlan will review information related to end of the year activities for seniors.

Mr. Caughlan will be meeting with Mount Vernon seniors who MVHS or take classes off campus through CCP on Friday, April 25 at 9:21 a.m. (HIVE period). This meeting will be held at the MVHS Theater. During this meeting, Mr. Caughlan will review information related to end of the year activities for seniors.

Mount Vernon High School senior Micah Evans was recently recognized as the MVHS recipient of the Exchange Club ACE (Accepting the Challenge of Excellence) Award. This honor celebrates students who have overcome personal challenges to achieve academic and personal success.

"Micah is a huge success story and I am so proud of him. Watching him win that award gave me pure joy! In my 10 years of teaching, watching him win that award was the best day by far," said Nate Hunt, MVHS Intervention Specialist.

Micah was among six students from across Knox County selected by their respective schools to receive the award, presented by the Exchange Club of Mount Vernon.

We are delighted to extend a warm invitation to our annual Senior Citizens Spring Luncheon, a cherished tradition at Mount Vernon City Schools. This event will occur on Tuesday, April 22th, from noon - 2 p.m. in the High School gymnasium.

Superintendent Bill Seder looks forward to meeting with you again to share the many wonderful things that are happening in your schools. Mount Vernon is a special place made even better by the treasure we call our ‘Senior Citizens’.

Join us for a memorable afternoon filled with good food, great company, and entertainment. It's an opportunity to connect with fellow community members, engage in meaningful conversations, meet our students, and enjoy a delicious meal prepared especially for you.

So, don’t hesitate!! R.S.V.P. by calling Jessica Shelton at 740 397-7422, ext 6025, or email her at jshelton@mvcsd.us

The Mount Vernon Food Services team is dedicated to providing nutritious, enjoyable meals that support student health and academic success. As part of our ongoing efforts to improve, we are inviting parents, guardians, and students to share their thoughts through a short online survey. Proper nutrition plays a vital role in student performance. Well-balanced meals help students stay focused, energized, and ready to learn throughout the day. That’s why it’s important for us to hear directly from families about what’s working well—and where we can do better.

We encourage both parents and students to complete the survey. For younger students, parents are welcome to fill it out on their behalf. Whether your child buys lunch every day or only occasionally, your feedback helps us make informed decisions about menu choices, meal quality, and overall service.

Please take a few moments to complete the Food Services Survey by Thursday, April 18. Your input is greatly appreciated and will directly impact the future of our school meal program.

Food Service Survey

Attachments Available to Download:

• Food Service Surey Flyer
• Food Service Surey Flyer (RTF)

This event will take place on Wednesday, May 14. It is set to begin at 6:00 at the Ariel Arena (MVNU).

Moving forward, Students are awarded an Academic Letter for the following:

• Freshman-3.8 CUM GPA (weighted) or greater-Thru 1 Semester

• Sophomores-3.7 CUM GPA (weighted) or greater-Thru 3 Semesters

• Juniors-3.6 CUM GPA (weighted) or greater-Thru 5 Semesters

• Seniors-3.5 GPA (weighted) or greater-Thru 7 Semesters

There is no application process. The school will run a report to identify those students who qualify.

If you are interested in running Cross Country for the Fall 2025 season, please complete the survey here and come to our informational meeting at 2:45pm on Thursday, May 1st in Coach Bishop's room (room 203 on the second floor of the high school). This is for both the boys' and girls' high school teams.

If you have any questions, please contact me at jbishop@mvcsd.us or contact Coach Gray at pgray@mvcsd.us.

To kick off the year properly, Mount Vernon High School is launching TWO INTERNATIONAL TRIPS for 2026. You can sign up using the links below to learn more information about each trip. The info session does not obligate students but will allow them to gain valuable information to make an informed decision:

England, Scotland, and Paris: https://bit.ly/427JRiF

Barcelona and Madrid: https://bit.ly/4aa4EUW

Mount Vernon City Schools uses Instant Connect to keep you informed with important notifications, including attendance, district and building updates, community news, and school closings and delays. Instant Connect provides reliable and fast communication to ensure you receive timely school information.

With the Instant Connect Dashboard, you can manage your account and customize the types of alerts you want to receive. Follow the Instant Connect Portal registration instructions and then select the Account Registration Link below to set up your account and select your preferred alerts.

Instant Connect Portal Account Registration Link

Important Information:

• Automatic Enrollment: Parents of enrolled students are automatically set up to receive information and alerts through Instant Connect based on contact information in our system.
• Customize Alerts: If you want specific building alerts, athletic updates, or other notifications, setting up an Instant Connect account is highly recommended.
  
  

Need Help?

If you're not receiving text messages or need assistance with account setup, please contact John Frye, District Web Manager, at 740.397.7422 x 6038 or jfrye@mvcsd.us.

For further guidance, please refer to the attached document with registration instructions and FAQs, especially if you are receiving emails but not texts.

If you have any other questions, feel free to reach out.

Attachments Available to Download:

• Instructions for setting up an Instant Connect Portal account.

For more information regarding the Facilities Master Plan meeting, please visit the MVCSD Website

Check out the MVHS Digital Hall of Fame

The hall of fame now contains Forums and/or Jacket Journals from as far back as 1905 in the MVHS History section.

Thursday, April 17

• Varsity Baseball @ Zanesville
• JV Baseball v. Zanesville
• Varsity Softball @ Zanesville
• JV Softball v. Zanesville
• Tennis v. Watkins Memorial (MVNU)

Saturday, April 19

• Tennis @ Watkins Memorial Doubles Tournament
• Track @ Heath Invitational
• Baseball @ Delaware Hayes
• JV Baseball v. Delaware Hayes

Monday, April 21

• Varsity Baseball v. Licking Heights
• JV Baseball @ Licking Heights
• Varsity Softball v. Licking Heights
• JV Softball @ Licking Heights
• Tennis @ Westerville North

Tuesday, April 22

• Track @ Licking Valley
• JV Softball v. Bishop Watterson

Wednesday, April 23

• Tennis @ Westerville Central
• Varsity Baseball @ Heath
• JV Baseball v. Heath
• Varsity Softball @ Heath
• JV Softball v. Heath

Thursday, April 24

• Tennis v. Granville
• JV Softball v. Buckeye Valley

Friday, April 25

• Varsity Softball @ Prebis Tournament (LaGrange)
• Track @ Lakewood
• Varsity Baseball @ Licking Valley
• JV Baseball v. Licking Valley
• JV Softball @ Teays Valley
• Volleyball v. Bishop Watterson

Saturday, April 26

• Varsity Softball @ Prebis Tournament (LaGrange)
• Volleyball Quad @ Energy Fieldhouse (Lakota East, Olentangy, & Hudson)
• JV Softball @ Triway (double header)