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Assistant Superintendent of Business gets 'CTE Super Treatment' with professional haircut

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Assistant Superintendent of Business gets 'CTE Super Treatment' with professional haircut

On Friday, Assistant Superintendent for Business Dr. Ed Joseph received a special Career and Technical Education (CTE) experience when CTE Barbering student Bernard Laurent provided him with a professional haircut. The “CTE Super Treatment” highlighted the hands-on learning opportunities available through the District’s CTE programs.

The experience showcased Bernard’s barbering skills while demonstrating the real-world training students routinely receive as part of the CTE program. Moments like this reinforce the District’s commitment to preparing students with practical, career-ready skills while fostering meaningful connections between students and district leadership.

CTE Director Brian Simmons said, "We couldn't be more proud of CTE students like Bernard who embody the career readiness skills necessary to thrive in college and career.  Dr. Ed Joseph is now living proof of those skills!"   

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MVCSD Code of Conduct Committee - Signup by February 13
MVCSD Code of Conduct Committee - Signup by February 13

The Mount Vernon City School District is establishing a Code of Conduct Committee to review, update, and strengthen the District’s Code of Conduct to ensure it is legally compliant, equitable, and supportive of a safe and positive learning environment for all students.

Interested individuals should complete the Volunteer Interest Form: Code of Conduct Committee Volunteer Interest Form – Fill out form by February 13.

Click here to view the full Code of Conduct Committee letter.

Presentation on District mission, vision and core values given at Board meeting
Presentation on District mission, vision and core values given at Board meeting

At the Mount Vernon City School District’s Board of Education meeting this Tuesday, Superintendent Dr. Demario Strickland delivered a presentation discussing the District’s mission, vision, and core values, the process for updating them, and the importance of these guiding principles to the strategic planning process. Click here to view the full presentation or watch the livestream here. 

Second community forum held to discuss budget priorities for 2026-27 school year
Second community forum held to discuss budget priorities for 2026-27 school year

Dr. Demario Strickland, Superintendent of the Mount Vernon City School District held his second community forum on Monday, February 9 at Mount Vernon High School to connect with the community and discuss budget priorities for the upcoming school year. He answered questions and concerns about the topic while reviewing results from the budget survey distributed in December. 

To read about the presentation, click here. 

To read about feedback from the budget priority survey, click here.

Mount Vernon Knights Wrestling competes in Section 1 Championships
Mount Vernon Knights Wrestling competes in Section 1 Championships

The Mount Vernon Knights Varsity Wrestling Team went to the Section 1 Championships over the weekend, with 10 student-athletes competing. This is the first year the Mount Vernon City School District had a girls wrestling team, and three girls competed in the tournament. Two received All-Section honors – Heyli Marte and Avea Miller. For the boys team, Caiden Hylton earned fourth place in the competitive 215-lb weight class and received All-Section honors. 

Happy National School Counseling Week!
Happy National School Counseling Week!

Happy National School Counseling Week! Thank you to the amazing counselors in the Mount Vernon City School District who do so much to support our students and amplify their success.