Dear Students and Families,
Next week is Fall Break, and we hope everyone has the opportunity to slow down, rest, and recharge before we begin a new quarter. Our students have worked hard, and they deserve some time to relax, enjoy their families, and come back ready for what’s ahead.
We have a lot to look forward to in the next quarter, including Boo Bash, Red Ribbon Week, Veterans Day, and other activities and events for our students. As you look through this newsletter, you’ll also find important information about holiday assistance, Veterans Day, picture retakes, and more.
Thank you for your continued support of our students and our school. We hope you have a safe and enjoyable Fall Break, and we look forward to welcoming everyone back on Monday, October 19 for another great quarter at MVIS!
Sincerely,
Ms. Ashley Gustin
Principal
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This Week:
Monday, October 12 - Friday, October 16: Fall Break, NO SCHOOL
Coming Up:
Monday, October 19: Return to School
Tuesday, October 20: PTO Meeting, 6:00 pm
Thursday, October 22: Fall Picture Retake Day
Monday, October 26 - Friday, October 30: Red Ribbon Week
Wednesday, October 28: All Pro Dad, 5pm
Thursday, October 29: Boo Bash, After School - 5 pm, $5, see below for details
Tuesday, November 10: Veterans Day progam, 9:00 am
Wednesday, November 25 - Friday, November 27: Thanksgiving Break, No School
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We frequently update Facebook with student learning activities, projects and other things happening in the building. Give MVIS a quick follow to see the daily activitivies. |
Students of the week are recognized for demonstrating growth, effort, or positive actions during the week. We love celebrating these moments with our students! Great Job, Marauders! |
If your family could use a little extra help with Thanksgiving dinner this year, Thanksgiving baskets are available to MVIS families. Please complete the form by Wednesday, October 21 if you would like to request a basket. Baskets will be available for pickup at MVIS the week of November 23.
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Please complete this form to apply for holiday assistance. All applications are due no later than the end of the school day on Monday, Nov. 2nd! Applications received after this date will not be processed.
Due to the expansion of our community, MV is not able to match all families directly with donors. While we make our best effort to match each family to a donor group, we feel obligated to inform you that assistance is not guaranteed. Should you not be sponsored by the school district, the school will notify you and provide resources to outside agencies in the community.
Please note: This program is intended to serve school aged students and younger siblings. By filling out this form, you are authorizing MVCSC to release your family information as listed on this application to donor groups or community service organizations. This information will only be used to contact you to schedule deliveries or pickups and to gain access to your family's wish list. Please enter your email to consent to release of this information.
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MVIS Picture Day ID: EVTMWS2DC
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Join us for a spooktacular after-school event on Thursday, October 29th! Students will stay after school until 5:00 PM for an evening of thrills and chills. For just $5 admission, they’ll enjoy:
Zombie Zone – Open Gym
Ghoulish Games
Monster Mash Cinema
Witches Brew Snack Shack ($$)
…and so much more spooky fun!
Concessions will be available—don’t miss this faBOOlous event!
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Beginning the second quarter, students in grades 5–12 will begin using MagicSchool, Mt. Vernon’s only approved artificial intelligence platform for student learning. Through structured, teacher-supervised activities, students will learn to use AI responsibly to support their learning, with student safety and privacy remaining priorities. Visit MtVernonSchools.org/AI to learn more about the district’s approach and find answers to frequently asked questions. |
We are looking forward to honoring the veterans and active service members who are part of our MVIS community. Our students will come together for a special Veterans Day program to recognize and thank those who have served our country.
DETAILS:
Date: Tuesday 11/10/26
Time: 9:00 AM (will last about 30 - 45 mins)
Location: Mt. Vernon Intermediate School Gym
Park in the front or in the North lot. Please enter through door #1
If you are a veteran or active service member and would like to attend our program, please complete the sign-up form below so we can make sure we have a seat for you.
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Friendships can be one of the best parts of childhood — and one of the most painful. If you’ve watched your child navigate friend drama, social exclusion, or the pressures of group chats, you know how hard it can be to know when to step in and what to say.
Join Cartwheel, our virtual mental health partner, and licensed counselor, author, and Washington Post contributor Phyllis Fagell, LCPC, for a free live webinar:
Friend Drama, Group Chats, and Social Exclusion: What Parents Need to Know
Thursday, October 15, 7–8pm ET
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MVIS has multiple tutoring opportunities for students! Sign up for FREE peer tutoring. Session 1 begins September 16th and is study skills lessons. Sessions 2-4 are regular tutoring sessions with our Peer Tutors from National Junior Honor Society and National Honor Society. Sign up here!
Looking for individual tutoring options? We have available tutors for all subjects, including organization/study skills. Contact Michelle Shepherd michelle.shepherd@mtvernonschools.org for tutor lists and tutoring questions.
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For the safety of our students, we would like to remind families that we do not allow walk-up dismissal at the end of the school day. If you need to pick your student up early, the latest time to pick them up is 3:00 PM. After that time, students will need to be picked up through our car rider line.
We appreciate your cooperation and support in helping us maintain a safe and orderly dismissal process for all students.
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If your student will be absent, please notify the school by 9:40 AM using one of the following methods:
Important Notes:
- Absence documentation must be submitted within 3 days of the absence.
- If the student is sick for 3 or more days, a doctor’s note is required for the absence to be excused.
- For any doctor, dental, or other appointments, a provider’s excuse note is needed for the time missed to be excused.
Picking Students up Early
If your student needs to be picked up early, please notify the school ahead of time to ensure a smooth process:
Please include the following in your message:
- Student’s name
- Name of the person picking student up
- Time of pickup
Click HERE for the full MVCSC Attendance Policy.
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MVIS Start and End times:
Doors open: 8:15 am
Morning Bell Rings: 8:35 am
End of Day: 3:30 pm
Early release Wednesdays: 2:45 pm
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