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MVCSD, PTA Council and Feeding Westchester host food pantry at DWSA

A group of people in winter clothing are gathered around a truck distributing food boxes, with a large banner advertising "Feeding Westchester" in the background.
MVCSD, PTA Council and Feeding Westchester host food pantry at DWSA

The Mount Vernon City School District partnered with the PTA Council and Feeding Westchester to host a food pantry at Denzel Washington School of the Arts yesterday afternoon. There will be another food pantry at Graham School at 3:30 p.m. today, Wednesday, November 19. Bring your own bag and choose from essentials such as dairy, vegetables, grains, protein and fruits while supplies last!

A group of people, some wearing masks and gloves, are gathered around a truck distributing food supplies, with a banner in the background advertising "Feeding Western Mass" services.
The image shows a group of people, including a man with dreadlocks, distributing food supplies from a truck with the text "Feeding Westchester" on the side.
The image shows a group of four people, two men and two women, standing together in an outdoor setting with a church steeple visible in the background.
A group of people, some wearing coats and hats, are gathered around boxes and crates, likely distributing or receiving supplies or donations in an outdoor setting with trees and a cloudy sky in the background.


 

New York State Education Department visits MVCSD
New York State Education Department visits MVCSD

Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Demario Strickland, met with several individuals from the New York State Education Department to present the District’s strengths and challenges Thursday morning. The purpose of this meeting was to strengthen working relationships between State Education Department area leaders and their district counterparts, while establishing next steps to assist the District out of academic and fiscal distress.

Mount Vernon's Jewel Box - Happy Holidays!
Mount Vernon's Jewel Box - Happy Holidays!

Students have been getting into the holiday spirit throughout the Mount Vernon City School District! From Winter Wonderlands to holiday concerts, anticipation and excitement for the holidays is upon us. I hope everyone has a merry and bright season! #MtVernonShines.

Students from all three high schools start EMT afterschool program at MVHS
Students from all three high schools start EMT afterschool program at MVHS

Last week, students from all three Mount Vernon City School District high schools began their afterschool Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) course at Mount Vernon High School. The course, which began through a partnership with Kool Nerd Prep, provides students with a Career and Technical Education (CTE) opportunity which can lead to certification as an EMT. 

Eric Rodrigues nominated for LoHud Wrestler of the Week
Eric Rodrigues nominated for LoHud Wrestler of the Week

Twelfth-grade student Eric Rodrigues, a senior at Mount Vernon STEAM Academy, was nominated for LoHud's Wrestler of the Week Award for his outstanding performance at the Vin Nicita Duals meet, where he was voted as Most Outstanding Senior. Click here to vote for him! Voting closes at 3 p.m. on Wednesday, December 10.

Mount Vernon's Jewel Box - Community Matters
Mount Vernon's Jewel Box - Community Matters

Mount Vernon’s swift response to the apartment fires that devastated our city shows the true unity in our community and school district. From volunteering your time to donating goods for the victims, your efforts have not gone unnoticed. Thank you to all of those who helped out in a time of need. #MtVernonShines. You can view Mount Vernon’s Jewel Box on our Facebook, Instagram, or YouTube!