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"In June 2005, the House of Representatives unanimously adopted H. Con. Res. 71, sponsored by Congresswoman Barbara Lee, recognizing the significance of Caribbean people and their descendants in the history and culture of the United States. On February 14, 2006, the resolution similarly passed the Senate, culminating a two-year, bipartisan and bicameral effort. The Proclamation was issued by President George W. Bush on June 6, 2006" (Caribbeanmonth).

"Pride Month is currently celebrated each year in the month of June to honor the 1969 Stonewall Uprising in Manhattan. The Stonewall Uprising was a tipping point for the Gay Liberation Movement in the United States. In the United States the last Sunday in June was initially celebrated as "Gay Pride Day," but the actual day was flexible. In major cities across the nation the "day" soon grew to encompass a month-long series of events" (Library of Congress).

To allow for our students in the even block classes to have one more day with staff before the exams begin, we will be adjusting the calendar to have Wednesday, June 10th an Even Block day.

The schedule for the week of June 8th will be:

• Monday, June 8th: Regular School Day – Odd Day classes
• Tuesday, June 9th: No School - Graduation
• Wednesday, June 10th: Regular School Day – Even Day classes
• Thursday, June 11th: Grade 9-11 Final Exams (periods 6 & 8)
• Friday, June 12th: Grade 9-11 Final Exams (periods 5 & 7)

Mount Vernon High School will be holding our 2026 Graduation Ceremony at EagleBank Arena on the campus of George Mason University (4500 Patriot Circle, Fairfax VA, 22030).

• The 2026 Graduation Ceremony will begin promptly at 9:00 am.

• Seniors must arrive to EagleBank Arena by 8:00 am – and be seated on the arena floor by 8:30 am.

HERE is a link to very important information from the EagleBank Arena policies for all visitors and Seniors.

The Class of 2026 Graduation Live Stream will be available starting at 8:50 am on Tuesday June 9th, 2026.

• Go the Mount Vernon High School homepage (mountvernonhs.fcps.edu)

• Click the ‘Stream the Class of 2026 Graduation Ceremony!’ announcement (see a picture of it below) to start viewing.

You may also order your own copy of the ceremony using the same link.

Happy viewing and Congratulations to the Class of 2026!

Congratulations to senior Caesar Fetzner, who recently was highlighted in the FCPS Superintendent's Our Voices, Our Future – Edison Academy (SkillsUSA Students) Video on the FCPS Academies.

See the video HERE.

Thank you Caesar for making MVHS Proud!

Congratulations to senior Juliet Pascoe, who sang the National Anthem at the Bryant High School Graduation Ceremony this past Monday, June 1st.

The performance was absolutely amazing - and drew many compliments as to Juliet's singing ability.

Thank you Juliet for representing Mount Vernon High School so well!!

Congratulations to our Boys Track Team, who had an amazing showing at the Occoquan Region Championships on Friday, May 29th!

• Our MVHS Boys Track team took 3rd place!

• Erick Yanes Flores won both the 110 meter and 300 meter hurdle races.

• O'Neal Allotaye won the triple jump and finished 2nd in the high jump.

• Dawit Volcey took 2nd in the triple jump.

• Oliver Raak took 5th in the 800,

• The 4x100 and 4x400 took 5th.

• Arion Cole took 5th in high jump.

• Demontrez Bannister took 6th in triple jump,

• Christian Deal took 6th in the 300 hurdles, and the

• 4x800 team also finished 6th.

Moving on to the state track meet this weekend are:

• Erick Yanes Flores
• O'Neal Allotaye
• Dawit Volcey
• Arion Cole
• Aveon Cole
• Miles Ward

Congratulations to Ms. Caponio, Mr. DeBonis, and the MVHS Green Club on recently being awarded the National Wildlife Federation's Eco-Schools Green Flag Award!

"The Eco-Schools program is built on two foundational tools, the Eco-Schools Framework, used globally by over 70 participating countries, and the Eco-Schools U.S. themes, wildlife and biodiversity, climate, and healthy and resilient communities. A successful Eco-Schools program utilizes both tools when working toward or maintaining excellence in environment and nature-based educational experiences and practices at the intersections of the environment, economy, and society.

Throughout the school year, schools complete actions in their online application (ECA) and earn points towards their certification. The depth and extent of these completed environmental and nature-based actions will determine the school’s final certification level.

Schools build an Action Team to accomplish each action, and the results of each action are recorded in the online Eco-Schools Certification Application (ECA) to earn points. At the end of the school year, your certification application is assessed, and a certification level ranging from Bronze to Green Flag is awarded.

There are four levels of certification a school can achieve: Bronze, Silver, Gold, and Green Flag. Any school that creates a plan on the Eco-Schools Certification Application but is unable to submit for certification (a minimum of 50 points) will be recognized as a Participant school if they have earned at least 35 points and submit their plan for approval.

The National Wildlife Federation (NWF) EcoSchools U.S. Green Flag is the highest tier of environmental and sustainability certification for schools. To achieve this rating, schools must earn a minimum of 100 points in their EcoSchools U.S. Certification Application by completing specific green initiatives.

Green Fla Certification requires seven specific steps:

• Build an Eco-Action team
• Conduct environmental audits on at least three pathways (e.g., energy, waste, healthy living)
• Develop a quantifiable Eco-Action plan
• Monitor and evaluate progress
• Integrate issues into the curriculum
• Inform and involve the community
• Create a school-wide Eco-Code

When a school becomes a certified Green Flag Eco-School, they receive a digital certification seal that reflects their certification level. This seal can be displayed on a school’s website and social media accounts, in newsletters, in email signatures, and more [Eco-Schools website]."

VERY SPECIAL thanks to Janel and Phil Dunegan - the founders of You Matter Project - which is a nonprofit organization based here in Alexandria, VA serving the homeless and underserved communities.

They helped our MVHS Family Liaisons - Ms. Keyli Villela Mancilla and Ms. Ofelia Clark - in setting up the FREE make-up and hair styling to our student before Prom 2026 on Friday, May 22nd. They helped in finding the volunteers to not only donate their time and talent to get our students ready for prom, but also in collecting prom attire.

BTW...Mr. Dunegan is a former football coach of MVHS.

Below are the names of the volunteers the spent their time creating an amazing moment for our students:

Hairstylists:

1. Susanna Elice Young
2. Monica Frias (MVHS Alumni class of 2015 )
3. Katrina Brewer
4. Imani Hubbard
5. Stephanie Leicebeth Martinez
6. Emma Lee Wilson
7. Jerra Mitchell

Makeup artists:

1. Shalini Stewart
2. Elease Dennis
3. Ashley Love
4. Tales Young

Barber:

1. Amar Mawusi

Students in Grades 9-11 -

HERE and below is your 2026 Final Exam Schedule.

The last day of school is Wednesday, June 17th. This will be a Wellness Day from 8:10 am to 10:00 am.

• All students will be dismissed at 10:00 am.

All students attending school on Wednesday, June 17th will be required to participate in self-selected Wellness Activities outside (weather permitting).

Fairfax County Public Schools is launching a brand-new course for the 2026-27 school year: Advanced Swimming and Lifeguard Certification. Hosted at Skyview High School, this course is open to rising sophomores, juniors, and seniors from all FCPS high schools.

Students will not only advance their swimming skills but will also have the opportunity to take the lifeguard certification test in Spring 2027. Successful students will earn their official American Red Cross Lifeguarding certification, including deep water certification.

Course Requirements and Logistics:

• Age Requirement: Students must be at least 15 years old by May 15, 2027.
• Swimming Ability: Students must be able to swim 200 meters.
• Students must have already passed HPE9. They may take this course concurrently with HPE10.

Note on Logistics: Transportation details between base schools and Skyview High School are currently being finalized and will be shared as soon as they are available.

Deadline: Students must let their counselors know if they want to take this course by June 12, 2026.

Dear Mount Vernon High School Parent or Guardian:

The Mount Vernon High School Health Room wants to remind parents and guardians that all medication stored in the health room must be picked up no later than 10:00 am on the last day of school - Wednesday, June 17, 2026.

• Medication left in the health room after that time will be destroyed. It is school policy that medications must be picked up by the parent or guardian.

• Medication cannot be sent home with your student. However, with parent or guardian permission, a high school student may transport over-the-counter medications to and from the school health room.

• If your student will be enrolled in a summer program sponsored by Fairfax County Public Schools, the existing medication authorization form(s) may be used for the summer program, but you will need to pick up the medication on the last day of school and deliver the medication and completed forms to the summer learning site on the first day of the summer program. Please let the health room know if you would like a copy of the form(s).

2026-2027 School Year Information

Medication authorization forms for next school year may be obtained from the school or online at https://www.fcps.edu/resources/student-safety-and-wellness/school-health-services.

• A medication authorization form is required for any medication, prescription or over-the-counter, to be kept at school.
• Please be sure medication orders are clear.
• All information on the form must be completed.
• Part I must be signed and dated by the parent or guardian.
• Part II must be signed and dated by your health care provider.
• Approved over-the-counter medications given for headaches, muscle aches, orthodontic pain, or menstrual cramps do not need a health care provider’s signature.
• Antibiotic or antiviral medications for 10 consecutive school days or less do not require a health care provider’s signature either.
• For all asthma medications, a Virginia Asthma Action Plan must be provided.
• More detailed information is available on the back of the medication authorization form(s).

Additional Information

• Over-the-counter medication must be in the unopened original container and clearly labeled by the parent or guardian.
• No more than 100 pills/tablets of OTC medication should be brought to school at a time.
• All prescription medication, including samples, must be labeled by the pharmacist or health care provider.
• Please make sure that the label clearly states your student’s name, the name of the medication, the dosage of the medication, and the time to be given.

If you have any questions, please contact your School Health Room Aide Ms. Monique Tyler, or your School Public Health Nurse Ms. Georgina Mawuena, at 706-619-3110.

Thank you for your cooperation and have a good summer.

HERE is the official school letter with the above information.

Now Hiring: Substitute Teachers and Substitute Instructional Assistants

for the 2026–2027 School Year for Mount Vernon High School

Apply Now

Mount Vernon High School is seeking individuals who can provide continuity of instructional teaching as a substitute teacher and/or substitute instructional assistant. Able to inspire, enable, and empower students to meet high academic standards.

The position offers:

✔ Flexible schedule
✔ Make a difference in your local community
✔ Great for people with a passion for teaching/assisting students

Join our team and support student learning!

Apply today!

For details, visit the FCPS Substitute Employment Website. When applying, search “Substitute” and select the Mount Vernon pyramid posting.

Please see the VERY IMPORTANT new Cellphone policy in FCPS for NEXT school year. We will continue to educate our students on this new expectation:

New Cellphone Policy Starts July 1st, 2026

On Thursday, May 7, the Fairfax County School Board approved changes to the FCPS Student Rights and Responsibilities (SR&R). The approved changes include updated guidance for cellphone possession and use, to align the FCPS cell phone policy with Senate Bill 108. This new Virginia law goes into effect on July 1 and states that all schools in the Commonwealth must follow a “bell-to-bell” phone-free policy.

This means that starting July 1, 2026, across all grade levels at FCPS, student cellphones, phone accessories, and all smart devices (including watches that serve a dual purpose, such as smart watches, as well as earbuds, headsets, smart glasses, and other other items connected to the internet) must be off and personally stored (i.e., put away in backpacks) for the duration of the school day — thus, no cellphones from bell to bell (8:10 am to 2:55 pm).

High school students will no longer be able to use cellphones and personal devices during lunchtime.

More details are available on the FCPS Cell Phone Policy webpage.

NOTE: As outlined in the new SR&R regulations, ALL students are expected to follow the established policy and the Student Rights and Responsibilities (SR&R). Students who do not comply will face consequences outlined in the SR&R.

Our MVHS Student Activities Website will be full of important information for our students and families.

HERE is the link to the 25-26 MVHS Activities Calendar

HERE is the link to the MVHS Student Activities Website.

HERE is a link to the 2025-2026 Athletic Coaches List

The MVHS cafeteria will offer breakfast and lunch daily. If your student plans on purchasing food through the cafeteria, please be sure to load money on their meal account or bring cash.

Breakfast:

• Students, grades K-12—$1.75
• Reduced-price breakfast for qualifying students – no charge
• Adults or 2nd student meal—$3.00

Lunch:

• Secondary and high school —$3.50
• Reduced-price lunch for qualifying students – no charge
• Adults or 2nd student meal —$5.00

More information on FCPS Food Services (including payment options for meal accounts, daily menus, free and reduced meal programs, etc.) can be reviewed on the FCPS website.

Early Release Days

In the event of a 3-hour early release, lunch service will still be available between 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. FNS proposes to offer grab-and-go meals for students, allowing them to go through the serving lines, choose items, and put them in provided meal bags. Both cold and hot meal options will be available. Students are still required to pick up complete reimbursable meals; otherwise, à la carte charges will be applied. All meals provided by FNS must be consumed on-site.

School Nutrition Accounts, PINs, Prepayments, & MySchoolBucks

FNS will be emailing student PINs via e-Notify and in advance of the first day of school. MySchoolBucks should be promoted and is now available for account prepayments. State legislation and the FCPS Meal Charge Policy direct all school nutrition account negative balance communication to parents/caregivers. Additionally, students may not be denied a breakfast or lunch meal for any reason. FNS will work with school administrators to communicate low/negative account balances.

Menus

School menus offer a variety of entrees, fruits, and vegetables that meet or exceed USDA guidelines, including nutrient standards. Menus, allergens, and nutrition information are all available online at LINQ Connect. School menus will be published monthly, starting one week before the first day of school. FNS makes every effort to offer items as listed on the planned menu. Unanticipated substitutions are published on LINQ Connect whenever possible.

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SIS ParentVUE: Everything You Can Do Through SIS ParentVUE

Parents and care-givers -

SIS ParentVUE is the info-central for all the MVHS and FCPS information you will need.

Track your student's attendance, view grades, get information from the school, and much more!

Log in to your SIS ParentVUE account to find forms and make updates.

Please call the school at 703-619-3100 if you need your Activation Code for SIS ParentVUE.

Be among the first to know about weather closings, bus delays, and other critical communications from your school and FCPS by providing your cell phone number and email in SIS ParentVUE.

To update your contact information in SIS ParentVUE, click the “Online Packets” tab in the upper right of the screen, then click the “Online Verification/Update” icon.

Parents/caregivers who do not have a SIS ParentVUE account should print and complete the Emergency Care Information Form (PDF) and submit it to their child’s school.

Parents can submit daylong absences through SIS ParentVUE.

Log in and click “Report Absence.”

Note: Partial day absences and changes of transportation should still be reported directly to the school front office.

Parents/caregivers can also call the school at 703-619-3100 to report absences.

Families can now easily give permission for their children to access a variety of school resources through the Parent Digital Consent system.

This online tool can be accessed using your SIS ParentVUE account.

Parents can easily opt their child in or out of resources including online educational tools, school counseling services, and tutoring services. They can also change how student information is managed.

Visit the Parent Digital Consent webpage to access the system. Watch this video to see how to use the tool.

Thank you for your patience as we all get used to new routines this school year. We appreciate our families following Kiss and Ride procedures and being patient while waiting for your children’s buses.

• HERE is the bus route information for this school year.

If a student’s bus is delayed, parents may access the Bus Delay Notification System or use the Here Comes the Bus mobile app to receive the delayed bus report.

Email messages will be sent to announce significant bus delays.

Contact the Transportation Office at 703-446-2150 with any additional questions. For any concerns after 5:30 p.m., contact Safety and Security at 571-423-2000.

To make sure you receive email messages about bus delays, update your contact information in SIS ParentVUE.

Regrettably, we are seeing a rapidly growing increase in students illegally parking on campus during the school day. These student vehicles are being parking in reserved staff spaces & visitor parking.

This is a safety issue and needs to stop immediately.

Students - Please see the main office if you would like to purchase a parking pass.

REMINDER: All parking passes are for a semester only. Anyone wishing to have a semester 2 parking pass will need to purchase one at the end of January 2025.

Optional FREE Parking: Students may also park along (a) Old Mount Vernon Road, (b) Mount Vernon Memorial Highway, and (c) Maryland Street.

Students MAY NOT park at the Rec Center or in community areas that block private driveways.

Is your high schooler experiencing anxiety, behavior changes, or challenges with peer and family relationships?

If so, parents/caregivers can refer their children for weekly therapy with a licensed therapist through Hazel Health.

Visit the Teletherapy webpage for more information on how to access this service.

FCPS is partnering with Varsity Tutors to provide students and families with extra resources for learning.

Every student can take advantage of Varsity Tutors’ services at no cost, including weekly live online classes, on-demand 24/7 chat tutoring, essay editing, and study resources such as recorded content, practice problems, and diagnostic tests.

Learn more about online tutoring with Varsity Tutors.

The Library of Virginia has archived the old Mount Vernon High yearbooks— starting with 1940!

• See the link HERE.

In addition, the Fairfax County Collection can be found in within the Fairfax County Public Library archives. They are all stored on the Internet Archive.

• See the link HERE.

Mount Vernon High School is a vibrant educational environment characterized by commitment to excellence. Located less than a mile from George Washington's home, Mount Vernon High School is steeped in tradition. Founded in 1939, its long history of excellence is evident in its current students, faculty, and staff. Mount Vernon High School has a world-class curriculum. Students choose from a wide range of course offerings, including International Baccalaureate (IB) courses. The International Baccalaureate Program is a rigorous advanced-level program that is an option for students in their final two years of high school. Individual needs are accommodated through three special education programs, an English for speakers of other languages (ESOL) program, and advanced or accelerated courses in all disciplines. At Mount Vernon High School, technology enhances and adds dimension to instruction in all curricular areas.

In addition to outstanding academic programs, Mount Vernon High School offers students a broad range of extra-curricular and co-curricular activities designed to meet and extend the broad range of student interests. Fine and performing arts students and athletic teams have received numerous awards and recognition. Contributing to Mount Vernon High School's unique character and strength is its diversity. More than 50 countries and 30 languages are represented in its student population. This diversity is enjoyed and celebrated daily, as well as through a series of cultural events that bring students, parents, and faculty together and demonstrate cooperative living in a multicultural world. Mount Vernon High School is further enriched by the support of an active community.

At Mount Vernon High School, we value and believe members within our community should be:

• Supportive,
• Passionate,
• Responsible,
• Looking for Continuous Growth, &
• Culturally Responsive

We know that our Majors achieve and thrive together with purpose and pride.

As we begin a new school year, Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid reminds us of the goals of FCPS’ 2023-30 Strategic Plan, , which guides us in delivering excellence, equity, and opportunity for each and every one of our students.

• Watch Dr. Reid’s message.

Please visit the FCPS Webpage for all FCPS-related Information

Please visit Chip's website HERE for more amazing pics!

Links to the Family Newsletters for this 2025-2026 SY

June 2026

HERE is the link for June 7, 2026

May 2026

HERE is the link for May 31, 2026

HERE is the link for May 24, 2026

HERE is the link for May 17, 2026

HERE is the link for May 10, 2026

HERE is the link for May 3, 2026

April 2026

HERE is the link for April 26, 2026

HERE is the link for April 29, 2026

HERE is the link for April 12, 2026

HERE is the link for April 5, 2026

March 2026

HERE is the link for March 29, 2026

HERE is the link for March 22, 2026

HERE is link for March 15, 2026

HERE is the link for March 8, 2026

HERE is the link for March 1, 2026

February 2026

HERE is the link for February 22, 2026

HERE is the link for February 15, 2026

HERE is the link for February 8, 2026

HERE is the link for February 1, 2026

January 2026

HERE is the link for January 25, 2026

HERE is the link for January 18, 2026

HERE is the link for January 11, 2026

HERE is the link for January 4, 2026

December 2025

HERE is the link for December 14, 2025