District News and Videos

Grimes School was honored by Governor Kathy Hochul and the State of New York Executive Chamber for participating in an essay writing contest on the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Ms. Johnson's and Ms. Cooper's featured 6th grade students worked in library class and on their own writing their essays on the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

Ms. Genie Ernst’s kindergarten students at Traphagen have made significant growth as readers this year under her instruction! They actively engage in reading partnerships, where they read together, discuss their books, and ask thoughtful questions.

Mount Vernon Recreation Department’s Summer Basketball Clinic: July 6 to August 14 at Mount Vernon High School. Sessions are 1 to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. The clinic is open to ages 6 to 16 and costs $100 per week or $550 for all 6 weeks. You can sign up at the City Hall Recreation Department, by scanning the QR code, or by clicking here.

The Denzel Washington School of the Arts proudly celebrated the accomplishments of the Class of 2026 during its Senior Awards Convocation on June 12. Students were recognized for academic achievement, leadership, service, artistic excellence, athletic participation, scholarship attainment and perseverance.

After arriving at Mount Vernon STEAM Academy as an unassuming freshman, Anisah Khan is graduating as a valedictorian with an array of accomplishments, including founding the school's chapter of Health Occupations Students of America.The young scholar’s academic success was built on years of discipline and determination that culminated in her decision to pursue a premed track – with a major in biology and minor in history – at New York University. 

Before she heads to Vassar College this fall, Mount Vernon STEAM Academy salutatorian DanaMarie Galindo can point to a lasting addition to her school community: the Mock Trial Club. As one of the students who helped launch the program, she guided it to a top-eight finish and created opportunities for future students interested in law. The club's success reflects a high school career defined by leadership, initiative and a desire to help others succeed.

Today, Rebecca Turner Academy families made their way through the district budget revote area and into the auditorium, where they were welcomed by third- and fourth-grade scholars for a special Juneteenth celebration.