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Mount Vernon Wrestling open mats - Every Thursday at MVHS

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Mount Vernon Wrestling open mats - Every Thursday at MVHS

Mount Vernon Wrestling open mats are being held every Thursday at Mount Vernon High School! These sessions are open to anyone interested in joining the team, making them perfect for new wrestlers looking to learn and get involved. Open mats are mandatory for all returning wrestlers as the team prepares for a strong upcoming season.

The program is coming off a successful year with two top 4 NYS Section placers and are aiming even higher this season. Come be a part of something special and help continue to grow the Mount Vernon wrestling program!
 

Snapshots from Pre-K event on April 11.
MVCSD Pre-K Saturday Academy

The Mount Vernon City School District's Pre-K Program hosted its Parent Academy on Saturday, April 11, 2026.  The event welcomed over 35 parents and students to engage in Math, SEL, Movement, and Reading lessons with our staff. The team used the Frog Street parent backpacks and lessons as a foundation for the learning. The teachers facilitated six different lessons that required parents to work with the Pre-K students. Breakfast was served, learning took place, and fun was had!

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Edith Kaplan Scholarship Dinner Dance honors Mount Vernon educators

Excellence in education was celebrated at the Edith Kaplan Scholarship Dinner Dance last Friday, as 17 people were honored for their impact in Mount Vernon schools. The event, hosted by the Mount Vernon PTA Council, has so far raised $21,000, which will go toward scholarships for the Class of 2026! The PTA Council is still raising money, and you can make a donation by clicking here.

Click here to view the photo gallery from the event here!

 

Mount Vernon's Jewel Box
Mount Vernon's Jewel Box - Week of a Young Child

In the Jewel Box this week, we are highlighting the importance of early childhood education for Week of the Young Child. Prekindergarten is a vital stage in a student’s academic journey, and you can sign up to start your child on that journey in our schools. Pre-K 4 Early Registration and Pre-K 3 lottery will be open until June 19, 2026. You can also view Mount Vernon’s Jewel Box on our Facebook, Instagram or YouTube! #MtVernonShines

 

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Prekindergarten homework stars celebrated with movie viewing at Pelham Picture House

The Prekindergarten Department held its Homework Celebration on Saturday at the Pelham Picture House! The celebration recognized 50 out of the 112 students who completed 90% or more of their homework from October to February. A lottery for 50 spaces was held to select students for the celebration. Families were so excited to watch the Mario Movie in a private local theater, and the Prekindergarten Department can't wait to host their final celebration in June with a viewing of Toy Story 2!