If any student is in need of a coat or other winter gear, stop by the Jacket Closet...

Guidance will host a parent night at 6:30 pm in the theater on Dec. 19th to help families make informed decisions on sophomore scheduling options (for junior/senior year). This meeting will focus on the pros and cons of KAP courses, AP courses, CCP at MVHS vs. CCP off campus and what pathway might be best for your student's future goals.

Mount Vernon Key Club is hosting a Winter Formal Friday, January 10th from 6 - 9pm in the high school cafeteria. Tickets will be available for purchase December 16th - 20th before and after school in Mrs. Keaton's office. Standard homecoming rules and dress code apply. MVHS students only.

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.

We are excited to share that Mrs. Chris Keaton has taken on a new role at MVHS as our Career Readiness Advisor. In this position, Mrs. Keaton will support students interested in exploring learning opportunities beyond the classroom, such as mentorships, internships, and apprenticeships. She will also assist students who are preparing to enter the workforce directly after high school.

In addition, Mrs. Keaton will collaborate with the guidance counselors to help students develop their Graduation Plans, ensuring they are on track for success after high school.

If you have questions related to post-secondary education (e.g., scholarships, applications, or college requirements), you will still meet with your guidance counselor for assistance.

If you have any questions about career readiness opportunities, feel free to reach out to Mrs. Keaton at ckeaton@mvcsd.us.

Midterm Exams will take place on Wednesday, January 8, Thursday. January 9, and Friday, January 10. During this time, students who have a signed release form submitted in the office are able to leave following their exams. Release forms will be located in the office following Thanksgiving Break.

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.

Friday, December 13

• Choir Concert
• Bowling @ Utica
• Girls Basketball @ Licking Valley

Saturday, December 14

• Boys Basketball v. Licking Valley
• Swimming @ Small School Invitational (Kenyon)
• JV Wrestling @ Hamilton Township Invitational

Monday December 16

• Bowling @ Zanesville

Tuesday, December 17

• Girls Basketball v. Northridge
• Orchestra Concert

Wednesday, December 18

• Boys Basketball @ Northridge
• Bowling v. Heath
• Band Concert

Thursday, December 19

• Sophomore Parent Meeting

Friday, December 20

• Swimming @ Whetstone/Hilliard Davidson (Columbus Aquatic Center)
• Girls Basketball v. Watkins Memorial
• Varsity Wrestling @ North Canton Hoover Invitational
• Girls Wrestling @ Findlay Fight Invitational

Saturday, December 21

• Varsity Wrestling @ North Canton Hoover Invitational
• Girls Wrestling @ Findlay Fight Invitational
• Boys Basketball @ Watkins Memorial
• JV Wrestling @ West Holmes Invitational