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During the first monthly State of the District Address on Wednesday, March 12, 2025, Mount Vernon City School District employees were encouraged to submit their questions about the school building reconfiguration via email. On Tuesday, March 18, employees received their responses from Acting Superintendent Dr. K Veronica Smith. 

Read more to view questions and responses.

Gospel Night is back at Denzel Washington School of the Arts on Friday, March 21, 2025, at 6:30 p.m., and you don't want to miss it this year! Join DWSA for an uplifting evening of music, faith and community! This special event will showcase inspiring performances celebrating the power of gospel music that brings us together! Click to buy tickets. 

During the Leadership Profile Report at the Mount Vernon Board of Education meeting last month, the superintendent search survey highlighted the Mount Vernon City School District's technology integration in classrooms as a key strength. Data collected from 810 individuals, focus groups, and interviews revealed that three out of five strengths were linked to the Technology Department. 
 

Autism Acceptance Dress Down Day will be held in the Mount Vernon City School District on Monday, March 24, 2025. The minimum suggested donation to participate in dress down day is $10, and proceeds support the MVCSD Special Education PTA with the Autism Acceptance Day event and providing scholars with individualized education programs (IEPs) the chance to experience field trips.

On Thursday, March 13, Benjamin Turner Academy hosted an incredible Family Fun Health Night, sponsored by the Mount Vernon City School District’s Physical Education and Health Department. It was a fantastic evening where District families came together to learn, engage and have fun.

On Thursday, March 13, 2025, Rebecca Turner Academy held a graduation dinner for seniors who graduated in January at Vybez Restaurant. This event gave graduates the opportunity to dress nicely and celebrate all of their accomplishments with family, friends and school staff. 
 

There will be a mobile pantry at Cecil H. Parker School on Wednesday, March 19, 2025, from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m.