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MOUNT VERNON HIGH SCHOOL
731 Palisades Rd SW, Mount Vernon, IA (319) 895-8843 Alternative Education High School (319) 895-8843 ext. 4301 Transition Center (319) 895-8843 ext. 4302 Superintendent Office:
525 Palisades Road SW, Mount Vernon, IA 52314 Office (319) 895-8845 FAX (319) 895-8875 Superintendent: Dr. Gregory Batenhorst Business Manager: Matt Burke Superintendent's Secretary: Amy Weber UPCOMING DISTRICT & SCHOOL BOARD DATESA full list of events can be found on the rSchool Activities Calendar:
rSchool Calendar 2020-2021 DISTRICT CALENDAR
A Day / B Day Rotation for 2020-21 School Year OCTOBER 29: HS Parent Teacher Conference 23: End of 1st Quarter 30: No School NOVEMBER 13: School Board Meeting, 6:30 pm 18: Early Dismissal, 1:05 pm 25 - 27: No School District Mission, Vision, Commitments, and Goals
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MOUNT VERNON MIDDLE SCHOOL
525 Palisades Rd SW Mount Vernon, IA (319) 895-6254 COVID-19 InformationMVCSD COVID-19 Status Update: In an effort to remain transparent and keep the community aware of the impact of the COVID-19 virus on the school district, the district will provide weekly data related to the COVID-19 outbreak. All information provided will protect confidentiality of all students and staff as much as possible.
Please click on the links below to access the most recent updates regarding COVID-19 and Back to School Information. Stay healthy! COVID-19 Update Letter 10.19.20 COVID-19 Update Letter 10.9.20 Previous letters & information shared with district parents. Information About Quick Tip
Recently, the Iowa Legislature passed a new law related to safety in our schools. One requirement for the district is to provide all students, staff, parents and community members a tool to report information related to keeping our schools and students safe. The Quick Tip feature allows you to identify the nature of the concern and which school or people may be impacted. If the location impacted is in a location other than one of the schools, please use the 999-999 code in the drop down box. Your tip will be forwarded to district officials who will follow-up on the information as soon as possible, and you may remain anonymous in your reporting. If this is an emergency situation that needs immediate attention, please do not use Quick Tip and instead call 911 for immediate assistance. WATCH ACTIVITIES LIVE
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WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY
615 5th Ave SW Mount Vernon, IA (319) 895-6251 High School Parent Teacher ConferencesMVHS Parent-Teacher Conferences will be held on Tuesday, October 22nd (in person) and Thursday, October 29th (virtual). An email has been sent to the first parent/guardian contact for each student with instructions and login information. Click here for the link to the conference scheduler and here for an instruction letter.
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MUSTANG NEWS
AN EDUCATION COMMUNITY
The Mount Vernon Community School District brings families and educators together to create an environment of life long learning, achievement and excellence. It’s a community where pride fuels collaboration on a spectrum of projects ranging from basic education to the fine arts. It’s a community where academics, the fine arts and athletics are all highly valued and vigorously supported. Mount Vernon Schools are strong in Community!
LOCATION
The Mount Vernon Community School District is located in the historic and scenic City of Mount Vernon in east central Iowa. The District encompasses approximately 76 square miles and resides mostly in Linn County but also serves a small portion of Johnson and Jones Counties.
FACILITIES
Facilities
The district’s facilities include a PreSchool - 4th grade elementary school constructed in 1956 and remodeled in 2011 with a $3.6 million addition completed in 2012. Additional classrooms were added in 2019.
A 5th - 8th grade middle school constructed in 1971 had a classroom addition in 2003, a remodel in 2006 and 2010. In 2019 additional classrooms were added and the entire building underwent a remodel.
The 9-12 grade high school was constructed in 2006. The addition of a Performing Arts Center and additional classrooms was completed in 2020.
An Alternative High School Center was added in 2010 and a Transition Center in 2014. Both of these centers are located at the First Street Community Center.
In addition many of the athletic facilities have undergone complete remodels -- the softball field in 2012, the football field in 2014, and the baseball field in 2015.
All buildings adjoin each other on a central campus on 64 beautifully wooded acres. The Superintendent’s office is located on the north side of the Middle School.
ACTIVITIES
A wide variety of activities in Fine Arts, Academics, and Athletics allow students to develop their skills and talents. School activities at the elementary school, middle school, and high school enjoy great student participation and strong parent and community support. The Mustang is the school mascot and the school colors are maroon and white. The Mustangs belong to the WAMAC Conference (East).
POWERSCHOOL STUDENT ENROLLMENT 2019-20
The district has had stable growth in enrollment for the past ten years.
The Mount Vernon Community School District brings families and educators together to create an environment of life long learning, achievement and excellence. It’s a community where pride fuels collaboration on a spectrum of projects ranging from basic education to the fine arts. It’s a community where academics, the fine arts and athletics are all highly valued and vigorously supported. Mount Vernon Schools are strong in Community!
LOCATION
The Mount Vernon Community School District is located in the historic and scenic City of Mount Vernon in east central Iowa. The District encompasses approximately 76 square miles and resides mostly in Linn County but also serves a small portion of Johnson and Jones Counties.
FACILITIES
Facilities
The district’s facilities include a PreSchool - 4th grade elementary school constructed in 1956 and remodeled in 2011 with a $3.6 million addition completed in 2012. Additional classrooms were added in 2019.
A 5th - 8th grade middle school constructed in 1971 had a classroom addition in 2003, a remodel in 2006 and 2010. In 2019 additional classrooms were added and the entire building underwent a remodel.
The 9-12 grade high school was constructed in 2006. The addition of a Performing Arts Center and additional classrooms was completed in 2020.
An Alternative High School Center was added in 2010 and a Transition Center in 2014. Both of these centers are located at the First Street Community Center.
In addition many of the athletic facilities have undergone complete remodels -- the softball field in 2012, the football field in 2014, and the baseball field in 2015.
All buildings adjoin each other on a central campus on 64 beautifully wooded acres. The Superintendent’s office is located on the north side of the Middle School.
ACTIVITIES
A wide variety of activities in Fine Arts, Academics, and Athletics allow students to develop their skills and talents. School activities at the elementary school, middle school, and high school enjoy great student participation and strong parent and community support. The Mustang is the school mascot and the school colors are maroon and white. The Mustangs belong to the WAMAC Conference (East).
POWERSCHOOL STUDENT ENROLLMENT 2019-20
The district has had stable growth in enrollment for the past ten years.
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High School - 443 students
9th: 112 10th: 104 11th: 108 12th: 119 Middle School - 444 students 5th: 109 6th: 118 7th: 114 8th: 103 |
Elementary School - 547 students
PreSchool: 63 KG: 124 1st: 96 2nd: 82 3rd: 96 4th: 86 |
BEDS Enrollment 19-20: 1,415
All Students 19-20: 1,486
Ethnicity:
Asian: 1.18%
African American: 2.10%,
Hispanic/Latino: 1.74%,
American Indian or Alaska Native: .21%
Native Hawaiian/Pac Islander: .27%
White: 94.14%
All Students 19-20: 1,486
Ethnicity:
Asian: 1.18%
African American: 2.10%,
Hispanic/Latino: 1.74%,
American Indian or Alaska Native: .21%
Native Hawaiian/Pac Islander: .27%
White: 94.14%
TEST SCORES
As reflected in the school district’s Annual Progress Report, the Mount Vernon Community School District is above average in comparison to national and state average test scores. Our teachers, the high academic level of the community, parent support, and community support of the schools are some of the major factors in student achievement.
The average grade equivalency for Mount Vernon students is above the state average.
- 2018-2019 Iowa Assessment Summary (results to be shared soon)
- ACT Report
EQUAL EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITY It is the policy of the Mount Vernon Community School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, creed, age (for employment), marital status (for programs), sexual orientation, gender identity and socioeconomic status (for programs) in its educational programs and its employment practices. There is a grievance procedure for processing complaints of discrimination. If you have questions or a grievance related to this policy please contact Equity Coordinator – Assistant High School Principal, 731 Palisades Road SW, Mount Vernon, IA 52314, 319-895-8843. The board requires all persons, agencies, vendors, contractors and other persons and organizations doing business with or performing services for the school district to subscribe to all applicable federal and state laws, executive orders, rules and regulations pertaining to contract compliance and equal opportunity. Legal Reference: 20 U.S.C. §§ 1221 et seq. 20 U.S.C. §§ 1681 et seq. 20 U.S.C. §§ 1701 et seq. 29 U.S.C. § 206 et seq. 29 U.S.C. § 794 42 U.S.C. §§ 2000d and 2000e. 42 U.S.C. §§ 12101 et seq. 34 C.F.R. Pt. 100. 34 C.F.R. Pt. 104. Iowa Code §§ 216.6; 216.9; 256.11; 280.3. 281 I.A.C. 12. Approved 10/17/1988 Reviewed 11/9/2015 Revised 11/9/2015