Mount Vernon's Jewel Collection Digital Newsletter - June 12, 2026

We are excited to share that the Mount Vernon City School District has been awarded a New York State Smart Scholars Grant, providing a unique opportunity for a select group of students to participate in the Smart Scholars Early College High School Program.

For the sixth year, the Mount Vernon City School District is offering prekindergarten for three-year-olds (UPK-3). A lottery was held on Thursday afternoon for the upcoming 2026-27 school year to occupy the 60 spots available.

My first year as superintendent of the Mount Vernon City School District has been unforgettable, thanks to the support and dedication of our families, students, faculty, and staff. It has been my honor to serve this community and work toward building a brighter future for all of us. This was a successful year, and I want you to know that every bit of it was felt and heard. We faced real challenges and grew stronger because of them, and the progress we made together touched me deeply. It belonged to every family, student, teacher, and staff member who showed up and gave this district their best. 

Congratulations to the Class of 2026! This week, we honored all of our high school graduates in a memorable and meaningful way. This monumental milestone is one to be immensely proud of, and I know our students will continue on the path of success.
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Thirty-six Mount Vernon City School District educators were awarded with tenure at the Board of Education meeting this Tuesday. These three administrators and 33 teaching staff members earned their tenure through four-plus years of dedicated support of their students and colleagues. 

Sixteen students from the Class of 2026 were awarded with $1,000 Edith Kaplan Scholarships from the Mount Vernon PTA Council at the Board of Education meeting this Tuesday. The scholarships, raised through the Edith Kaplan Scholarship Dinner Dance, will help support the students' college goals, which were highlighted as they received the scholarships. 

I would like to extend my heartfelt thanks to everyone who came out to vote in our recent school budget election. Your participation is vital to the future of our schools and demonstrates a deep commitment to the success of our students and our community.

Young Scholars in grades sixth through eighth, along with their fathers and fatherly figures, congregated in the auditorium at Pennington School for the third annual Gentlemen’s Brunch. Esteemed professionals from across the City of Mount Vernon visited to discuss what it means to be a leader and how to overcome hardships.