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Graham sixth graders wrap up elementary school with two fun field trips

Students outside with their teacher on field trip.
Graham sixth graders wrap up elementary school with two fun field trips

Sixth graders at Graham School — The Sheltonettes (aka Ms. Tabitha Shelton's class) — have been living their best lives as they close out their final year of elementary school! They kicked things off with fresh air and friendship at Bear Mountain on June 12, then turned up the fun (and the heat — literally, as it was a solid 100 degrees) in the water at Dorney Park on June 24.

From mountain trails to water slides, this crew laughed, splashed, and screamed their way through two unforgettable adventures and built friendships stronger than the lifeguard’s whistle.

"We couldn’t be prouder of how far The Sheltonettes have come — middle school better be ready!" said Ms. Shelton. 

Students in pool.
Pictures of students on field trip.
Students outside park ride.
Teacher and students in pool.
Students at picnic table.
Group shot of students outside.
Students looking at river at Bear Mountain.
Students sitting on a rock on field trip.
Teacher outside with her students.
Group of students outside with their teacher.
Two students on inflatable pool toys.
Students riding carnival ride swinging.
Four pictures of students and teachers at water park.
Four pictures of students and teachers in pool.
Students in pool on field trip.

 

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Community Message: Welcome Address from Dr. Demario A. Strickland, Superintendent of Schools

Greetings Mount Vernon, 

Thank you for entrusting your children’s education to me as Superintendent of Schools for the Mount Vernon City School District. Over the past few weeks, I have spent time getting to know the community of Mount Vernon, and I am impressed with the pride that fills the city. I am looking forward to making sure that residents are filled with that same pride for the schools that their children attend. I am excited to step in and get right to the important work of improving our District and achieving our shared vision of success. 

Inductees during hall of fame ceremony.
State Senator Ruth Hassell-Thomspon, Congressman George Latimer and the late Elise Finch-Henriques get inducted into the MVHS Hall of Fame

The Mount Vernon City School District inducted former State Senator Ruth Hassell-Thomspon, Congressman George Latimer and the late Elise Finch-Henriques into the Mount Vernon High School Hall of Fame Saturday morning. Families, loved ones, administrators, educators, colleagues and community members gathered at Mount Vernon High School to celebrate this prestigious induction.

Photo left to right: Dr. Smith, Trustee Lorna Kirwan, Trustee Adriane Saunders, In-House Counsel Royce Russell, Trustee Helene Thompson Njenga
Community Message: Thank you message from Acting Superintendent to outgoing trustees

Dr. K. Veronica Smith, Acting Superintendent:

As their terms as trustees of the Mount Vernon City School District come to an end, I would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to Trustee Adriane Saunders, Trustee Lorna Kirwan, and Trustee Helene Thompson-Njenga for all they have done for our District during their time in office. They served as champions for education, always making decisions to better serve the children of Mount Vernon. Our District will wear the mark of the work they have done for years to come, and I am so appreciative of everything we were able to accomplish together for our scholars.

Valedictorian giving speech at graduation.
MVHS and RTA graduate 274 from the Class of 2025 at Memorial Field ceremony

Graduates from Mount Vernon High School and Rebecca Turner Academy walked the stage at Memorial Field on Wednesday evening, as 274 from the Class of 2025 received their diplomas. Students waved and smiled to their families and friends in the packed stadium as they took their places at the front of the ceremony, accompanied by percussion from the Ice Cold Performing Arts, a group made up of Mount Vernon students.

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