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Mount Vernon's Jewel Box

Welcome to Mount Vernon's Jewel Box! During the school year, this weekly spotlight will showcase the 'jewels' of the Mount Vernon City School District, sharing the great work being done in the District. From innovative classroom projects to athletic and extracurricular accomplishments, Mount Vernon’s Jewel Box is your window into the vibrant environment that defines the jewel of Westchester.

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BOE graphic for public hearing on device policy

Mount Vernon, NY- The Mount Vernon City School District is implementing a personal device policy in accordance with New York State Law, "restricting the use of personal internet-enabled devices throughout the school day". The District is holding a public hearing to gather community feedback regarding the policy, which will take place from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, July 22, 2025, in the Board Room at the Education Center,165 N. Columbus Avenue, Mount Vernon, New York, 10553.

BOE graphic for public hearing on July 22.

Mount Vernon, NY- The Mount Vernon City School District was appointed an academic monitor by the State Education Department and will hold a public hearing regarding the academic monitor’s duties and laws related to the duties.  The hearing will take place from 5:30 to 6:15 p.m. on Tuesday, July 22, 2025, in the Board Room at the Education Center, 165 N. Columbus Avenue, Mount Vernon, New York, 10553.

Mount Vernon Work Session

The Mount Vernon Board of Education held its first work session of the 2025-2026 school year on Tuesday. Work sessions were introduced by Superintendent Dr. Demario Strickland to center Board meeting discussions on student achievement and important policy work rather than administrative tasks.

Poster for backpack giveaway on August 2nd at the Doles Center

The Buddy White Project and the Recreation Department will be hosting a backpack and school supply giveaway at The Doles Center on Saturday, August 2, 2025, from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Kick off the 2025 - 2026 school year at this free family friendly event! 

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