March 11, 2014 Important Links and Latest News
MOUNT BAKER PRINCIPAL INTERVIEWS SCHEDULED - Join Us!
Mount Baker Middle School parents and guardians are invited to hear and provide input on the three finalists for the Mount Baker principal position.
Monday, March 10
6:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Mount Baker/Little Mountain Commons
Madison Elementary School Dual Language Program
Beginning with the 2014-15 school year, Madison Elementary will be a full dual language school at the kindergarten and 1st grade levels and will roll up one grade level each year thereafter. If you are interested in having your Kindergarten-5th grade child in the program, you must attend the required meeting on Thursday, March 20th at 6:00 p.m. at Madison Elementary School. For questions, please call Madison Elementary at 360-428-6131.
YouTube Videos
Watch the latest teacher/student collaborative video on YouTube. Learn about the exciting things happening in your schools by watching the many great videos on the District YouTube account. Check them out here on You Tube.
Hazardous Weather
Need to know details on inclement weather and possible schedule interruptions? Check this information. Be sure to watch or listen to the local news stations.
The Winter edition of Community Link
Now available and includes helpful information on the 2014 Levy, 6th grade realignment, school security and more, the Community Link is a source of information you won't want to miss.
Move of 6th Grade to Middle School
The Mount Vernon School Board voted at their regular meeting on November 20 to change grade bands. Effective with the 2014-2015 school year, 6th grade will be at the middle schools. Much will be done this winter and spring to ensure a smooth transition. For additional information on this change, including a proposed timeline, summary of parent meetings, frequently asked questions, and more, visit the Superintendent's Page.
School Calendar
If you need a school calendar, find the 2013-2014 student and parent guide here. Calendars are also available at your child's school.
Meal Program at LaVenture Middle School
LaVenture Middle School now offers a dinner meal program for children under 18 on Monday-Thursday from 4:00-5:00 p.m. (except on early release days). Check this link for the menu and other important information.
Mount Vernon School District Vision & Mission (adopted 8/15/2012)
For more information on goals, please go to Board of Directors page .
Vision:
Our graduates are extraordinary people who embrace diversity. They are critical and inspired thinkers. They are passionate in pursuit of their goals and aspirations, and they are committed to their communities and to the betterment of society.
Mission:
To expect, encourage, and facilitate the pursuit of excellence in our students, preparing them for a global environment in which life-long learning is critical to their success and happiness.
District Goals:
1. Early Learning. Ensure that every student completes kindergarten with the skills needed to be successful in their further education.
2. Quality Instruction. Engage and inspire every student through powerful instruction, fostering development of critical thinking and problem solving skills and motivating academic achievement through high expectations.
3. Family Partnerships. Engage families to provide encouragement and support to students, ensuring that student needs are met and their educational opportunities are enhanced.
4. Creative Independence. Encourage and facilitate student independence, self-motivation, perseverance, and creativity, preparing our graduates for continuing education, careers, and fulfulling lives.
Superintendent's Update
School Closures
Hazardous Weather Bus Routes
MVHS Athletics
Latest Blog Entry
Public Announcement of Highly Capable Student Identification
March 7, 2014 by Tim Hornbacher