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Tuesday, May 4
Maroon Day
Anyone interested in running for a class officer next year needs to complete an application. Applications have been emailed to your school account for you to print OR you may pick up a copy from Mrs. Delancy in room A218. All applications are due by Thursday, May 6.
Monday, May 3
Gray Day
Anyone interested in running for a class officer next year needs to complete an application. Applications have been emailed to your school account for you to print OR you may pick up a copy from Mrs. Delancy in room A218. All applications are due by Thursday, May 6.
Thursday, April 29
Maroon Day
Anyone interested in running for a class officer next year needs to complete an application. Applications have been emailed to your school account for you to print OR you may pick up a copy from Mrs. Delancy in room A218. All applications are due by Thursday, May 6.
There will be a Senior meeting in the PAC on Monday, May 3, during reading period.
The Mount Vernon Marching Band and Mr. Stone are looking for new members to be a part of the Colorguard! Tryouts are today from 5:30 - 7:30 in the High School Band Room. If you have more questions, please feel free to ask Mr. Stone. Hope to see you there!
The Unified Track and Field team competed this past Tuesday against Vincennes Lincoln and Boonville. Mount Vernon had many victories in individual events and ended up placing first overall in the meet. First place finishers in the events included: Gabe Owens, Jesse Russ, Nolan Deno, Keaton Bricker, Braiden Royal, Lennon Haton, Genna Biggerstaff, Lauren Carr, Emily Hueftle, Kylee Rickets, Jayden Ricketts, and Drew Rapp.
Wednesday, April 28
Gray Day
Big Wildcat on Campus is tonight! Buy a ticket to see which senior will rise above the rest. The contestants are: Aiden Gilligan, Dalton Schmidt, Blake Ritzert, Xavier Angel, and Hank Denning. Tickets will be sold during lunch periods for $5 each.
Anyone interested in running for a class officer next year needs to complete an application. Applications have been emailed to your school account for you to print OR you may pick up a copy from Mrs. Delancy in room A218. All applications are due by Thursday,
There will be a Senior meeting in the PAC on Monday, May 3, during reading period.
The Mount Vernon Marching Band and Mr. Stone are looking for new members to be a part of the Colorguard! Tryouts are tomorrow from 5:30 - 7:30 in the High School Band Room. If you have more questions, please feel free to ask Mr. Stone. Hope to see you there!
Any athlete interested in wrestling next season should attend a meeting tomorrow during reading period in Coach Alcorn’s room C122.
Tuesday, April 27
Maroon Day
Big Wildcat on Campus is next Wednesday! Buy a ticket to see which senior will rise above the rest. The contestants are: Aiden Gilligan, Dalton Schmidt, Blake Ritzert, Xavier Angel, and Hank Denning. Tickets will be sold during lunch periods for $5 each.
The Mount Vernon Police Department will be hosting the Junior Police Academy, June 7 through June 11. If you are interested, please see Lieutenant Gonzalez for an application. You must have a 3.0 GPA and your application must be returned by May 7.
The Mount Vernon Marching Band and Mr. Stone are looking for new members to be a part of the Colorguard! Tryouts are April 26, 27, and 29 from 5:30 - 7:30 in the High School Band Room. If you have more questions, please feel free to ask Mr. Stone. Hope to see you there!
Any athlete interested in wrestling next season should attend a meeting Thursday during reading period in Coach Alcorn’s room C122.
Monday, April 26
Gray Day
Big Wildcat on Campus is next Wednesday! Buy a ticket to see which senior will rise above the rest. The contestants are: Aiden Gilligan, Dalton Schmidt, Blake Ritzert, Xavier Angel, and Hank Denning. Tickets will be sold during lunch periods for $5 each.
The Mount Vernon Police Department will be hosting the Junior Police Academy, June 7 through June 11. If you are interested, please see Lieutenant Gonzalez for an application. You must have a 3.0 GPA and your application must be returned by May 7.
The Mount Vernon Marching Band and Mr. Stone are looking for new members to be a part of the Colorguard! Tryouts are April 26, 27, and 29 from 5:30 - 7:30 in the High School Band Room. If you have more questions, please feel free to ask Mr. Stone. Hope to see you there!
Friday, April 23
Maroon Day
Big Wildcat on Campus is next Wednesday! Buy a ticket to see which senior will rise above the rest. The contestants are: Aiden Gilligan, Dalton Schmidt, Blake Ritzert, Xavier Angel, and Hank Denning. Tickets will be sold during lunch periods for $5 each.
The Mount Vernon FFA Banquet is Monday, April 26, at 6:00 pm in the MVHS Cafeteria.
Prom tickets will be on sale today after school, in Mrs. Hobgood’s and Mrs. Walter's room (C106 & C104). Tickets are $10 per person. Prom is tomorrow from 8:00-11:00 p.m. in the high school cafeteria.
The Mount Vernon Police Department will be hosting the Junior Police Academy, June 7 through June 11. If you are interested, please see Lieutenant Gonzalez for an application. You must have a 3.0 GPA and your application must be returned by May 7.
The Mount Vernon Marching Band and Mr. Stone are looking for new members to be a part of the Colorguard! Tryouts are April 26, 27, and 29 from 5:30 - 7:30 in the High School Band Room. If you have more questions, please feel free to ask Mr. Stone. Hope to see you there!
All multi-sport athletes need to complete the Google form sent to your school email to select your t-shirt size for the upcoming shirt order. All athletes who played multiple sports this year are eligible to receive a shirt.
Thursday, April 22
Gray Day
Big Wildcat on Campus is coming up on April 28! BWOC will be in the PAC beginning at 6:30 pm, and everyone is welcome to come watch. Any senior boys interested in signing up should see Mrs. Delaney or Mrs. Block ASAP.
Art Guild Members - Your help is needed this week for a huge project! See Mrs. Glaser if you can help before or after school or during your study hall. Also, we will have a FUN art day on Saturday, April 24. Check the club's Google Classroom Page for more information and updates.
The Mount Vernon FFA Banquet is Monday, April 26, at 6:00 pm in the MVHS Cafeteria.
Prom tickets will be on sale today and tomorrow before and after school, in Mrs. Hobgood’s and Mrs. Walter's room (C106 & C104). Tickets are $10 per person. Prom is Saturday, April 24, at 8:00-11:00 p.m. in the high school cafeteria.
The junior class will meet with Studio B Photography tomorrow from 10:50 a.m. – 11:20 a.m. Information regarding senior pictures will be discussed.
The Mount Vernon Police Department will be hosting the Junior Police Academy, June 7 through June 11. If you are interested, please see Lieutenant Gonzalez for an application. You must have a 3.0 GPA and your application must be returned by May 7.
The Mount Vernon Marching Band and Mr. Stone are looking for new members to be a part of the Colorguard! Tryouts are April 26, 27, and 29 from 5:30 - 7:30 in the High School Band Room. If you have more questions, please feel free to ask Mr. Stone. Hope to see you there!
All multi-sport athletes need to complete the Google form sent to your school email to select your t-shirt size for the upcoming shirt order. All athletes who played multiple sports this year are eligible to receive a shirt.
Dance Cat tryouts will be held today in the MVHS main gym from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Today's Activities:
Tuesday, April 21
Maroon Day
Big Wildcat on Campus is coming up on April 28! BWOC will be in the PAC beginning at 6:30 pm, and everyone is welcome to come watch. Any senior boys interested in signing up should see Mrs. Delaney or Mrs. Block ASAP.
Art Guild Members - Your help is needed this week for a huge project! See Mrs. Glaser if you can help before or after school or during your study hall. Also, we will have a FUN art day on Saturday, April 24. Check the club's Google Classroom Page for more information and updates.
The Mount Vernon FFA Banquet is Monday, April 26th at 6:00 pm in the MVHS Cafeteria.
Prom tickets will be on sale Friday, April 23, before and after school, in Mrs. Hobgood’s and Mrs. Walter's room (C106 & C104). Tickets are $10 per person. Prom is Saturday, April 24, at 8:00-11:00 p.m. in the high school cafeteria.
The junior class will meet with Studio B Photography on Friday from 10:50 a.m. – 11:20 a.m. Information regarding senior pictures will be discussed.
Seniors: The state has extended the FAFSA deadline; however, the money is available on a first come first serve basis so file now.
Seniors: You have until the end of the day today to vote for prom king and queen. You were sent a google form through email to vote.
The Mount Vernon Police Department will be hosting the Junior Police Academy, June 7 through June 11. If you are interested, please see Lieutenant Gonzalez for an application. You must have a 3.0 GPA and your application must be returned by May 7.
The Mount Vernon Marching Band is getting ready to start up and Mr. Stone is looking for new members to be a part of the Colorguard! Colorguard is one of the best opportunities to meet new friends and for you to join a State Finalist program. You don't have to have any previous experience to be a part of the Colorguard and you will be taught all of the necessary skills you need to be successful and have a life-changing experience. This is also an exciting year to join the Colorguard because the Marching Band is traveling to Florida during Spring Break of 2022 to perform at Universal
Studios!!! If you want a chance to be a part of this amazing program and would like the opportunity to travel with the Marching Band, tryouts are April 26, 27, and 29 from 5:30 - 7:30 in the High School Band Room. If you have more questions, please feel free to ask Mr. Stone. Hope to see you there!
Almost Anything Goes Field Day will be held tomorrow. If you would like to participate, permission forms can be picked up in Mrs. Delancy’s room-A218. Permission forms ARE due Wednesday, April 21th. You will choose your favorite
4 events and class officers will then choose the participants for each event.
Following are the rescheduled dates for 2020-2021 Dance Cat parent meeting, practices and tryouts:
Monday, April 19
Maroon Day
Big Wildcat on Campus is coming up on April 28! BWOC will be in the PAC beginning at 6:30 pm, and everyone is welcome to come watch. Any senior boys interested in signing up should see Mrs. Delaney or Mrs. Block ASAP.
Art Guild Members - Your help is needed this week and next for a huge project! See Mrs. Glaser if you can help before or after school or during your study hall. Also, we will have a FUN art day on Saturday, April 24. Check the club's Google Classroom Page for more information and updates.
Prom tickets will be on sale today through Friday, April 23, before and after school, in Mrs. Hobgood’s and Mrs. Walter's room (C106 & C104). Tickets are $10 per person. Prom is Saturday, April 24, at 8:00-11:00 p.m. in the high school cafeteria.
The Mount Vernon Police Department will be hosting the Junior Police Academy, June 7 through June 11. If you are interested, please see Lieutenant Gonzalez for an application. You must have a 3.0 GPA and your application must be returned by May 7.
The Mount Vernon Marching Band is getting ready to start up and Mr. Stone is looking for new members to be a part of the Colorguard! Colorguard is one of the best opportunities to meet new friends and for you to join a State Finalist program. You don't have to have any previous experience to be a part of the Colorguard and you will be taught all of the necessary skills you need to be successful and have a life-changing experience. This is also an exciting year to join the Colorguard because the Marching Band is traveling to Florida during Spring Break of 2022 to perform at Universal
Studios!!! If you want a chance to be a part of this amazing program and would like the opportunity to travel with the Marching Band, tryouts are April 26, 27, and 29 from 5:30 - 7:30 in the High School Band Room. If you have more questions, please feel free to ask Mr. Stone. Hope to see you there!
Almost Anything Goes Field Day will be held Thursday, April 22. If you would like to participate, permission forms can be picked up in Mrs. Delancy’s room-A218. Permission forms ARE due Wednesday, April 21th. You will choose your favorite
4 events and class officers will then choose the participants for each event.
Following are the rescheduled dates for 2020-2021 Dance Cat parent meeting, practices and tryouts:
Friday, April 16
Gray Day
The Media Center is CLOSED today.
Big Wildcat on Campus is coming up on April 28! BWOC will be in the PAC beginning at 6:30 pm, and everyone is welcome to come watch. Any senior boys interested in signing up should see Mrs. Delaney or Mrs. Block ASAP.
Road Star Driving will sponsor a face-to-face Driver Education Class at MVHS April 19 – 30. The class will run from 3:15 p.m. – 6:15 p.m., Monday through Friday. Applications and additional information are available in the Counseling Office.
Art Guild Members - Your help is needed this week and next for a huge project! See Mrs. Glaser if you can help before or after school or during your study hall. Also, we will have a FUN art day on Sat. April 24. Check the club's Google Classroom Page for more information and updates.
The Mount Vernon Police Department will be hosting the Junior Police Academy, June 7 through June 11. If you are interested, please see Lieutenant Gonzalez for an application. You must have a 3.0 GPA and your application must be returned by May 7.
Following are the rescheduled dates for 2020-2021 Dance Cat parent meeting, practices and tryouts:
Thursday, April 15
Maroon Day
Big Wildcat on Campus is coming up on April 28! BWOC will be in the PAC beginning at 6:30 pm, and everyone is welcome to come watch. Any senior boys interested in signing up should see Mrs. Delaney or Mrs. Block ASAP.
Road Star Driving will sponsor a face-to-face Driver Education Class at MVHS April 19 – 30. The class will run from 3:15 p.m. – 6:15 p.m., Monday through Friday. Applications and additional information are available in the Counseling Office.
Art Guild Members - Your help is needed this week and next for a huge project! See Mrs. Glaser if you can help before or after school or during your study hall. Also, we will have a FUN art day on Sat. April 24. Check the club's Google Classroom Page for more information and updates.
The Mount Vernon Police Department will be hosting the Junior Police Academy, June 7 through June 11. If you are interested, please see Lieutenant Gonzalez for an application. You must have a 3.0 GPA and your application must be returned by May 7.
Following are the rescheduled dates for 2020-2021 Dance Cat parent meeting, practices and tryouts:
Wednesday, April 13
Gray Day
SENIORS: Reminder to complete the FAFSA by tomorrow.
Big Wildcat on Campus is coming up on April 28! BWOC will be in the PAC beginning at 6:00 pm, and everyone is welcome to come watch. Any senior boys interested in signing up should see Mrs. Delaney or Mrs. Block ASAP.
Road Star Driving will sponsor a face-to-face Driver Education Class at MVHS April 19 – 30. The class will run from 3:15 p.m. – 6:15 p.m., Monday through Friday. Applications and additional information are available in the Counseling Office.
The Mount Vernon Police Department will be hosting the Junior Police Academy, June 7 through June 11. If you are interested, please see Lieutenant Gonzalez for an application. You must have a 3.0 GPA and your application must be returned by May 7.
Following are the rescheduled dates for 2020-2021 Dance Cat parent meeting, practices and tryouts:
Tuesday, April 13
Maroon Day
SENIORS: Reminder to complete the FAFSA by April 15. Mrs. Rose is available for assistance.
Art Guild will meet tomorrow morning at 7:30 in F104, Mrs. Glaser's room to discuss and plan spring activities. All Fine Art Students are welcome to join us! See Mrs. Glaser if you have any questions.
Big Wildcat on Campus is coming up on April 28! BWOC will be in the PAC beginning at 6:00 pm, and everyone is welcome to come watch. Any senior boys interested in signing up should see Mrs. Delaney or Mrs. Block ASAP.
Road Star Driving will sponsor a face-to-face Driver Education Class at MVHS April 19 – 30. The class will run from 3:15 p.m. – 6:15 p.m., Monday through Friday. Applications and additional information are available in the Counseling Office.
The Mount Vernon Police Department will be hosting the Junior Police Academy, June 7 through June 11. If you are interested, please see Lieutenant Gonzalez for an application. You must have a 3.0 GPA and your application must be returned by May 7.
ATTENTION GRADUATING SENIORS: WSI is now hiring full time Production Operators in Mt. Vernon. You can email a resume to: michellehoehn@warehouseservices.com or bring one by the new Cox Group building - 427 Locust Street in Mt. Vernon.
Following are the rescheduled dates for 2020-2021 Dance Cat parent meeting, practices and tryouts:
Friday, April 9
Maroon Day
The Fine Arts Academy will present our spring musical, “The Wedding Singer,” tonight at 7:00 p.m. and tomorrow at 2:00 & 7:00 pm. Student tickets will be available at the door where you can pay with cash or card, but the best way to reserve a seat is to order online. All seating is automatically socially distanced, so if you want to sit with your friends, remember to order all your tickets together!
SENIORS: Reminder to complete the FAFSA by April 15. Mrs. Rose is available for assistance.
Big Wildcat on Campus is coming up on April 28! BWOC will be in the PAC beginning at 6:00 pm, and everyone is welcome to come watch. Any senior boys interested in signing up should see Mrs. Delaney or Mrs. Block ASAP.
The National Honor Society will be meeting in the PAC on Thursday at 7:30 am. All members are expected to be in attendance. If you have a conflict and cannot attend the meeting, please let Mr. Riedford or Mr. Wheaton know before the meeting.
The Mount Vernon Police Department will be hosting the Junior Police Academy, June 7 through June 11. If you are interested, please see Lieutenant Gonzalez for an application. You must have a 3.0 GPA and your application must be returned by May 7.
ATTENTION GRADUATING SENIORS: WSI is now hiring full time Production Operators in Mt. Vernon. You can email a resume to: michellehoehn@warehouseservices.com or bring one by the new Cox Group building - 427 Locust Street in Mt. Vernon.
Following are the rescheduled dates for 2020-2021 Dance Cat parent meeting, practices and tryouts:
Wednesday, April 7
Maroon Day
The Fine Arts Academy will present our spring musical, “The Wedding Singer,” this weekend in the PAC! There are four performances: Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 7:00 p.m. and a Saturday matinee at 2:00 p.m. Tickets are $8 for students and can be reserved online at mvhsfinearts.ludus.com. Student tickets will be available at the door where you can pay with cash or card, but the best way to reserve a seat is to order online. All seating is automatically socially distanced, so if you want to sit with your friends, remember to order all your tickets together!
SENIORS: Reminder to complete the FAFSA by April 15. Mrs. Rose is available for assistance.
Big Wildcat on Campus is coming up on April 28! BWOC will be in the PAC beginning at 6:00 pm, and everyone is welcome to come watch. Any senior boys interested in signing up should see Mrs. Delaney or Mrs. Block ASAP.
The National Honor Society will be meeting in the PAC on Thursday at 7:30 am. All members are expected to be in attendance. If you have a conflict and cannot attend the meeting, please let Mr. Riedford or Mr. Wheaton know before the meeting.
The Mount Vernon Police Department will be hosting the Junior Police Academy, June 7 through June 11. If you are interested, please see Lieutenant Gonzalez for an application. You must have a 3.0 GPA and your application must be returned by May 7.
ATTENTION GRADUATING SENIORS: WSI is now hiring full time Production Operators in Mt. Vernon. You can email a resume to: michellehoehn@warehouseservices.com or bring one by the new Cox Group building - 427 Locust Street in Mt. Vernon.
Volunteers are needed for the special Olympics swim clinic today and tomorrow from 6:00 - 7:00 which will be held at the MVJHS pool.
Any girls interested in playing on the Girls Golf team this coming fall should please plan on attending an informational meeting today after school in Mr. Wolfe's room at the junior high. If you are interested in joining the team but cannot make the meeting, please email Coach Wolfe.
Tuesday, April 6
Gray Day
Are you 15 and ready to start driving? Road Star Driving School offers online and face-to-face classes year-round all over Southwestern Indiana. Our next face to face class at MVHS starts April 19 th . Get registered today at www.evansville.roadstardriving.com. Informational flyers are available in the MVHS counseling office.
SENIORS: Reminder to complete the FAFSA by April 15. Mrs. Rose is available for assistance.
The National Honor Society will be meeting in the PAC on Thursday at 7:30 am. All members are expected to be in attendance. If you have a conflict and cannot attend the meeting, please let Mr. Riedford or Mr. Wheaton know before the meeting.
The Mount Vernon Police Department will be hosting the Junior Police Academy, June 7 through June 11. If you are interested, please see Lieutenant Gonzalez for an application. You must have a 3.0 GPA and your application must be returned by May 7.
ATTENTION GRADUATING SENIORS: WSI is now hiring full time Production Operators in Mt. Vernon, IN and offering a $1500 Sign-On Bonus! You can be earning up to $16/hour by the end of your first year! Employees must be 18+ and have a valid driver's license. (If you do not have a valid driver's license, they do have other opportunities too!) WSI offers fantastic benefits and opportunities to advance within the company. You can email a resume to: michellehoehn@warehouseservices.com or bring one by the new Cox Group building - 427 Locust Street, Mt. Vernon, IN.
Any girls interested in playing on the Girls Golf team this coming fall should please plan on attending an informational meeting on Wednesday, April 7, after school in Mr. Wolfe's room at the junior high. If you are interested in joining the team but cannot make the meeting, please email Coach Wolfe.
Thursday, April 1
Maroon Day
Are you 15 and ready to start driving? Road Star Driving School offers online and face-to-face classes year-round all over Southwestern Indiana. Our next face to face class at MVHS starts April 19 th . Get registered today at www.evansville.roadstardriving.com. Informational flyers are available in the MVHS counseling office.
SENIORS: Reminder to complete the FAFSA by April 15. Mrs. Rose is available the rest of the week for assistance.
The Mount Vernon Police Department will be hosting the Junior Police Academy, June 7 through June 11. If you are interested, please see Lieutenant Gonzalez for an application. You must have a 3.0 GPA and your application must be returned by May 7.
ATTENTION GRADUATING SENIORS: WSI is now hiring full time Production Operators in Mt. Vernon, IN and offering a $1500 Sign-On Bonus! You can be earning up to $16/hour by the end of your first year! Employees must be 18+ and have a valid driver's license. (If you do not have a valid driver's license, they do have other opportunities too!) WSI offers fantastic benefits and opportunities to advance within the company. You can email a resume to: michellehoehn@warehouseservices.com or bring one by the new Cox Group building - 427 Locust Street, Mt. Vernon, IN.
Any girls interested in playing on the Girls Golf team this coming fall should please plan on attending an informational meeting on Wednesday, April 7, after school in Mr. Wolfe's room at the junior high. If you are interested in joining the team but cannot make the meeting, please email Coach Wolfe.
Wednesday, March 31
Gray Day
Tri-State Speedway is in the process of hiring hard working, reliable individuals needing part time work during our race season. We are needing help in the areas of ticket sales, concessions, and souvenir sales. (No help is needed in the pit areas). Minimum age is 14 years old for concessions. Race season starts in April ending in Oct. with 12 races scheduled. Please inquire by sending a PM or calling 812-768-6025.
Are you 15 and ready to start driving? Road Star Driving School offers online and face-to-face classes year-round all over Southwestern Indiana. Our next face to face class at MVHS starts April 19 th . Get registered today at www.evansville.roadstardriving.com. Informational flyers are available in the MVHS counseling office.
SENIORS: Class product delivery will be tomorrow from 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. in the area near door #14, as you enter the gym.
SENIORS: Reminder to complete the FAFSA by April 15. Mrs. Rose is available the rest of the week for assistance.
There will be a meeting tomorrow, in the main gym, during reading period for any boy that played basketball this past season and any boy interested in playing next season. If you are unable to attend, please see Coach Newcomb for information.
Any girls interested in playing on the Girls Golf team this coming fall should please plan on attending an informational meeting on Wednesday, April 7, after school in Mr. Wolfe's room at the junior high. If you are interested in joining the team but cannot make the meeting, please email Coach Wolfe.
