Did you know that our Backpack Blessings program goes through over 50 plastic shopping bags a week when providing for our students? Our Backpack Blessings program is in need of plastic shopping bags. Please bring any you have to share to the school office. Thank you in advance for your help.
The JV football game versus Wagner today has been cancelled. Wagner suffered some injuries and they do not have enough kids to play.
GAME DAY! Tune in and catch the Titans opening kickoff at 7pm vs the WSSCW Blackhawks. Cole Larsch is on the mic! https://youtu.be/Dc8Etv9V66U
FOOTBALL FRIDAY!! Just a reminder to all patrons that we now have parking and a ticket booth on the west side of Heroes' Field - thanks to Maria Baker's senior project!! GO TITANS!!
Students who will be riding the bus from the Mitchell 4H Grounds to the Mt. Vernon School, the bus will arrive between 7:20 and 7:30am M-F. Drop-off will be at 4pm M-TH and on Friday at 2:20pm.
Attention all Mt. Vernon and Plankinton HS Students!! There will be a 5th quarter on Friday! It will be hosted by at the Richard and Charlotte Larsch residence. Walking tacos will be the main course. Hope to see you there!
Reminder - Fall Sports Pictures will be taken tomorrow 8/17/2022. I have extra paper forms(attached photo) in the office (make sure to send payment with your child) or you can go online to order and prepay at Mark's Photographic Images.
Just a reminder, Back to School Night tomorrow Tuesday, August 16th at 6pm for PK-5. Please use the north entrance doors of the TYCC and report to the gymnasium.
Mt. Vernon Families,
Here are a few reminders for the upcoming school year.
August 16th - Back to School Night at 6 pm for PK-5. Report to the gymnasium for a short informational meeting, visit classrooms and teachers, have a meal at your convenience. For Incoming Preschoolers, there will be an Open House at 7pm on the 16th in Mrs. Feenstra's classroom.
August 17 - Fall Sports Pics
August 18 - First Day of School.
August 19 - School will dismiss at 2pm
Preschool will go half days until 12pm on Thursday August 18th and Friday August 19th and students will be served lunch. Preschool will begin full-days August 22nd.
After School Program will not begin until Monday August 22nd. After School Program will run from 3:45-5:30 M-TH. No ASP on Friday's.
Reminder, if you have not done so, please contact the school to get bussing arranged for the school year if your student utilizes the service. Also, complete the 22-23 enrollment forms, found on the school website.
We are looking forward to a great school year.
Attention parents/community members! We have some extra duty positions at the school that we still need to have filled:
1. Prom advisor. This is a paid position. Duties include leading fundraising and organizing the prom with the junior class.
2. Concessions Supervisor. This is a paid position. Duties including ordering food, beverages, etc.... for the concession stand and running the show on the nights of home events.
3. After Prom Coordinator - Duties include organizing and leading the charge for the after-prom festivities for the kids. This is a volunteer position.
If you are interested in any of these positions, please contact the school. Or maybe it is something that you could be split up amongst an organization or a few people. Might need to get creative!
Reminders:
1. There will be no more free meals provided by Covid Relief. Please fill out the application for Free/Reduced Meals - located under Documents - 2022-2023 Enrollment Information. This process not only benefits you but also the school.
2. Complete your enrollment paperwork online - located under News - 22-23 Enrollment Form.
3. Contact Sue Stahl @ the school if you are needing bussing services this year. Please call to verify even if you rode last year.
4. HS Student Orientation is set for Tuesday August 9th - Seniors - 11 AM; Juniors - 12 pm; Sophomores - 1 pm; Freshman - 2 pm.
5. Elementary Back to School Night is set for Tuesday August 16th 6 pm - 8 pm.
Have a great rest of your summer and make sure to bring your smile and positive attitude on the first day of school - August 18th!!
The MV gym will be closed today. They are installing upgrades to the audio video system.
We will have our preseason athletic meeting for all coaches, players, and parents on August 9th at 6:00 in Plankinton. We will also be honoring our spring sports athletes at that time.
We will be having HS student orientation on August 9th at the school with the following schedule:
11:00 Seniors
12:00 Juniors
1:00 Sophomores
2:00 Freshman
It is that time of year again! We will be accepting nominations for our 2022 Heroes' Field until August 10 at midnight. If you know of someone who meets the criteria below, please nominate them!
The criteria for subsequent enshrinements at Heroes’ Field – Walk of Fame can be in any of the following areas:
- Must be a Mt. Vernon High School graduate or minimum 15 year member of community/area.
- Life’s work demonstrated courage, service and self-sacrifice which brought honor to their family and community.
- Excelled on the athletic field and was a positive role model in doing so, therefore impacting those who looked at them in admiration.
- Made a positive impact in the lives of many through unselfish commitment to community service.
- Impacted our nation, state, or community through public service
- Excelled academically and/or achieved a high level of post-graduate success.
- Made an impact on our community in a way that will have a positive impact on future generations.
Anyone can submit a nomination to the committee to be considered for enshrinement. In doing so, they must draft an essay explaining how that person meets the criteria listed above, and why they should be considered for enshrinement. If selected, they will also be responsible for providing a bio and photo to be used at the ceremony. Turn in nominations to Eric Denning at the Mt. Vernon School or attach via email at eric.denning@k12.sd.us.
The first day of school will be here before you know it - here are a few reminders -
**Sports physicals are due prior to practice - located under Documents - 2022-2023 Enrollment Information. (Football practice starts 8-4-22)
**Fill out the application for Free/Reduced Meals - located under Documents - 2022-2023 Enrollment Information. This process not only benefits you but also the school.
**Complete your enrollment paperwork online - located under News - 22-23 Enrollment Form
**Contact Sue Stahl @ the school if you are needing bussing services this year.
Enjoy the rest of your summer!!
Good Afternoon Parents, if your student needs to utilize bussing services for the 22-23 school year or you have questions, please contact Sue Stahl at 236-5237.
22-23 Enrollment Form is now active. Please fill out the form per household. Please see the News section on our website to complete.
Open House for prospective parents/students. Tuesday, July 26th 6-8pm.
REMINDER - Today is the last day for Free lunches. Have a great summer!!