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Four MVHS become certified nursing assistants

MVHS Nursing Assistants outside Sarah Neuman facility
Four MVHS become certified nursing assistants

Four outstanding Mount Vernon High School students became certified nursing assistants after completing the school's Nursing Assistant Training Program (NATP) this year. Ryan Castillo, Anna Valinda Mendy, Kimora Morrison and Sienna Regman are now certified nursing assistants as of June 20, 2025.

"This program is important to Mount Vernon High School students, as it allows an entryway into the health career pathway," said Bonnie Ball, nursing instructor. "Students gain the experience needed to work in the health profession immediately following high school and during college."

Students are able to work as Nursing Assistants while attending college. Kimora and Sienna will be attending SUNY Stonybrook; Ryan will be attending Mercy College and Anna will be attending Marist University.

The NATP course follows the mandated training and competency for individuals performing nurse aide duties in accordance with state and federal regulations. The program, which is part of MVHS’s Career and Technical Education classes, is regulated by both the New York State Education Department and the Department of Health to ensure the program meets industry standards. Students sit for the Prometric exam, which includes written and clinical testing, at the completion of the program. Students completed over 108 hours of clinical at Sarah Newman, The New Jewish home.

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.