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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Sharing information from Southeast Linn Community Center:
Registration is now open for Southeast Linn Community Center’s annual School Supply Distribution. FREE supplies and backpacks are available to Lisbon and Mount Vernon students, as well as students who are homeschooled in those communities.

Pre-registration is required. Register here or at selinn.org or by calling 319-455-2844. Those who sign up by Friday, May 31st will be entered into a drawing for a gift card.

Distribution will be on Wednesday, August 7th from 4:00-6:00 p.m. at the Lester Buresh Center in Mount Vernon. Community members interested in supporting this event can provide a financial donation, contribute supplies, or volunteer.

Questions may be directed to Nicole McAlexander at nicole.selcc@gmail.com or at (319) 455-2844. … See MoreSee Less

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Big weekend for MVHS Music – Straight 1s at State Contest for Band, Orchestra, and all 3 choirs! Congratulations!

Special thanks to all of the volunteers that helped host Large Group Contest in Mount Vernon. Over 1,000 people attended and 34 ensembles made music in our beautiful facilities!
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Big weekend for MVHS Music - Straight 1s at State Contest for Band, Orchestra, and all 3 choirs! Congratulations! Special thanks to all of the volunteers that helped host Large Group Contest in Mount Vernon. Over 1,000 people attended and 34 ensembles made music in our beautiful facilities! PC: Steve BrandImage attachmentImage attachment
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Congratulations to everyone!!

Congratulations to Mount Vernon Girls Track and Field team — 2024 WaMaC Champs! … See MoreSee Less

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Congratulations to Mount Vernon Girls Track and Field team -- 2024 WaMaC Champs!
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Congratulations, Ladies!!!

Congratulations!!

Congratulations!

WOO HOO!!! CONGRATS!!❤️

What a weekend on the Blue Oval! After the rain on Friday, the Mustang girls track team got back to business on Saturday at the Drake Relays.
Shuttle Hurdle got it started Saturday morning on a beautiful morning at Drake Stadium. Elsa Appleton, Eastin Whisner, Olivia Haverback, and Chloe Meester ended up 16th.
The 4×100 team of Lillian Wischmeyer, Lucy Wischmeyer, Kara Swantz, and Cali Whitaker get the baton around the blue oval in a season’s best time of 51.08!
Evelyn Moeller, Eastin Whisner, Sam Schoff, and Kiersten Swart ran their best time of the season in 9:35.29 to finish 13th in the 4×800!
Eastin Whisner ran a 65.22 to finish 7th at the Drake Relays in the 400 hurdles. Great race!
Congratulations to all that participated in the annual Drake Relays! … See MoreSee Less

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What a weekend on the Blue Oval! After the rain on Friday, the Mustang girls track team got back to business on Saturday at the Drake Relays. Shuttle Hurdle got it started Saturday morning on a beautiful morning at Drake Stadium. Elsa Appleton, Eastin Whisner, Olivia Haverback, and Chloe Meester ended up 16th. The 4x100 team of Lillian Wischmeyer, Lucy Wischmeyer, Kara Swantz, and Cali Whitaker get the baton around the blue oval in a seasons best time of 51.08! Evelyn Moeller, Eastin Whisner, Sam Schoff, and Kiersten Swart ran their best time of the season in 9:35.29 to finish 13th in the 4x800! Eastin Whisner ran a 65.22 to finish 7th at the Drake Relays in the 400 hurdles. Great race! Congratulations to all that participated in the annual Drake Relays!Image attachmentImage attachment+1Image attachment
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After a weather delay this morning, the Drake Relays got back on track. The Mustangs that competed as of this afternoon were Cali Whitaker in the 100 m dash (tied for 21st), Lucy Wischmeyer in the long jump (24th place), Libby Dix in the discus (8th place) and Sydney Maue (2nd place) Sydney tied the first place finisher at 5′ 7" but cleared her jump in three attempts and the first place finisher cleared the height in two attempts.
Next up will be the 4×400 m relay tonight. The 400 hurdles, 4×100 m relay, shuttle hurdle relay, and 4×800 m relay will run tomorrow. Best of luck! … See MoreSee Less

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After a weather delay this morning, the Drake Relays got back on track. The Mustangs that competed as of this afternoon were Cali Whitaker in the 100 m dash (tied for 21st), Lucy Wischmeyer in the long jump (24th place), Libby Dix in the discus (8th place) and Sydney Maue (2nd place) Sydney tied the first place finisher at 5 7 but cleared her jump in three attempts and the first place finisher cleared the height in two attempts. Next up will be the 4x400 m relay tonight. The 400 hurdles, 4x100 m relay, shuttle hurdle relay, and 4x800 m relay will run tomorrow. Best of luck!Image attachment
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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!

Dr. Greg Batenhorst