The elementary is completing a Dr. Seuss book bracket this week in celebration of Dr. Seuss's birthday and Read Across America week! Kindergarten's picks are in, tomorrow we will vote between "Fox and Socks" and "The Cat in the Hat". We will finish the week up with themed days for Wacky Wednesday, The Cat in the Hat, and Fox in Socks!
The 6th graders were busy revising narratives in English class today. They answered questions in groups and explained their reasoning to the class.
Drawing for the After Prom fundraiser was done this morning......Congratulations to the following winners:
$500 - Wade Schoenfelder
$100 - John Lyshinsky
$100 Janel Laufman
$100 - Paul Berg
$100 - Paul Berg (yes, name drawn twice!)
$100 - Natalie Piehl
Kelly and/or Amy will be in contact with you to get your winnings to you! Thank you to everyone that bought raffle tickets!!
First Graders are learning about measurement and using nonstandard tools to measure. Today, they used unifix cubes to measure objects around the classroom.
Congratulations to Austin Hauge (1st Team at 132) and Daniel Dorsey (2nd Team at 106) on being selected to the Big East All-Conference Wrestling Team. Well done!
Sun Flowers Etc. in Plankinton will be holding their annual Prom Party on Sunday February 26, 2023 -from 1 - 5 pm. During this time you can order tuxes, flowers and book hair/nail appointments. If you have any questions please contact them at 605-942-7279.
No school tomorrow. No E-Learning. Please make sure all assigned work is completed.
The girls region BB game vs. Wagner is going to be played on Saturday at 3:00 in Wagner.
No School on Thursday. E-Learning Day.
NOTICE: Due to the weather, Laura will be available in the city office to collect any petitions of candidacy for open positions on the school board. She will be available from 3:30 -5 pm this Friday, February 24th, 2023. This is the deadline for all petitions. City office is located in the TYCC.
No School tomorrow. E-Learning Day.
The Lady Titans host the SCW Blackhawks tonight in the 1st round of Region 5A matchups. The game starts at 5 pm in Plankinton! #RollTitans
I'd love help with a project. 2nd Grade completed several standards while writing letters to a Veteran. All we need now are the addresses of vets that might enjoy these letters. If you know the address of a veteran, could you please email that to me? michelle.prien@k12.sd.us
Don't forget to come out at support the GBB team tonight in region play at 5:00 in Plankinton!! Just a reminder that because this is a state event, no passes will be accepted.
Have you explored the SORA Online Library yet? This is a free app for MV students and employees.We have access to the online materials through the Mitchell Public Library. Visit the link at the bottom of the MV Homepage.
With the impending storm affecting school the next few days. Mount Vernon will be doing e-learning on Wednesday and Thursday of this week. Students in K-5 will be sent home computers, classwork, and instructions from their respected teachers, that will provide the schedule for the next few days. Students in grades 6-12 will be given a schedule of times they will meet with their teachers. If internet accessibility is not available, please contact the school ASAP, so necessary arrangements can be made today to get schoolwork home before the end of the day. These next few days are mandatory learning days. Teachers will be available through these days to assist with learning needs or questions. Thank you for your support and understanding.
The boys basketball team travels to Salem tonight to close out their regular season against the MCM Fighting Cougars. Varsity is set to tip off at 7pm. Go Titans!
The Region V Girls Basketball game tomorrow (2/21/23) versus SCW will have a 5:00 start in Plankinton. Please spread the word! #rolltitans
This week is School Board Recognition Week. A big Thank You to our school board members for the hard work and dedication they put forth for our school district.
Free play on xylophones and bell sets in second grade!
