State of the District Address delivered to faculty and staff
![Dr. Strickland speaking to staff on Zoom]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1762444166/mtvernoncsdorg/wzyxyin84olhk1hpzupq/IMG_9136.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1762444166/mtvernoncsdorg/wzyxyin84olhk1hpzupq/IMG_9136.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1762444166/mtvernoncsdorg/wzyxyin84olhk1hpzupq/IMG_9136.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1762444166/mtvernoncsdorg/wzyxyin84olhk1hpzupq/IMG_9136.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1762444166/mtvernoncsdorg/wzyxyin84olhk1hpzupq/IMG_9136.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1762444166/mtvernoncsdorg/wzyxyin84olhk1hpzupq/IMG_9136.jpg","width":2200}])
State of the District Address delivered to faculty and staff
Mount Vernon City School District Superintendent Dr. Demario Strickland addressed staff, teachers and administration during his State of the District yesterday, celebrating accomplishments and highlighting challenges during his first 125 days leading the District.
“I always make it an effort to visit schools and see all the great things that are happening in our classrooms,” he said. He encouraged them to invite him to come to their classroom to see innovative educational practices. “I hope to see you all in your buildings soon!”
He explained that he has made it a priority to highlight and communicate both student achievement and amazing things that are happening throughout the district by emailing them and the community a video summary called “Mount Vernon’s Jewel Box” each week.
“So far, I have showcased a variety of initiatives in our schools such as food services, CTE, the arts, Hispanic Heritage Month and more,” he said.
He provided information such as new administrative personnel, department updates, encouragement to meet the District’s student achievement goals, and legislative priorities. He also explained how the district will implement standard operating procedures to work in an effective and efficient manner. “Establishing these will ensure that we are all moving in lockstep as we navigate our challenges, including the financial challenges that have faced the district for years,” he said.
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As the Mount Vernon community rallied together to support families affected by an apartment fire, dinner was served at First Presbyterian Church for an early Thanksgiving gathering!
![K-8 administrators meet for math and science professional development at MVHS]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1763753782/mtvernoncsdorg/aucavs4zvftpnrpobspe/Admin-PD-4.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1763753782/mtvernoncsdorg/aucavs4zvftpnrpobspe/Admin-PD-4.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1763753782/mtvernoncsdorg/aucavs4zvftpnrpobspe/Admin-PD-4.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1763753782/mtvernoncsdorg/aucavs4zvftpnrpobspe/Admin-PD-4.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1763753782/mtvernoncsdorg/aucavs4zvftpnrpobspe/Admin-PD-4.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1763753782/mtvernoncsdorg/aucavs4zvftpnrpobspe/Admin-PD-4.jpg","width":2200}])
Administrators for grades K-8 met this Thursday for a professional development (PD) to work on improving math and science instruction at their schools. The presentation focused on strengthening Tier 1 math and science instruction within the District for students in grade K-8.
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The state monitor for the Mount Vernon City School District, Dr. Kimberly Young Wilkins, stood in front of community members and administrators to present a proposed academic improvement and financial plan at the Education Center on Tuesday, November 18.
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This week in Mount Vernon’s Jewel Box, we are recognizing our stellar student-athletes for their achievements during the fall sports season. Students were recognized in a ceremony at the high school last week for their academic success, sportsmanship and community service. Students have displayed phenomenal character during competition and outside of their sports in the classroom and community. Congratulations to all our fall sports athletes on a successful season! #MtVernonShines. You can view Mount Vernon’s Jewel Box on our Facebook, Instagram or YouTube!
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Students in the Superintendent’s Advisory Council met for the second time of the school year to provide feedback to Superintendent Dr. Demario Strickland about their schools and how they can be improved.
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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!
![Student-athletes honored for sportsmanship and academic achievement]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1763147265/mtvernoncsdorg/hezbgq7thhoci0x6aeqk/FallsSportsAwards-20.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1763147265/mtvernoncsdorg/hezbgq7thhoci0x6aeqk/FallsSportsAwards-20.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1763147265/mtvernoncsdorg/hezbgq7thhoci0x6aeqk/FallsSportsAwards-20.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1763147265/mtvernoncsdorg/hezbgq7thhoci0x6aeqk/FallsSportsAwards-20.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1763147265/mtvernoncsdorg/hezbgq7thhoci0x6aeqk/FallsSportsAwards-20.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1763147265/mtvernoncsdorg/hezbgq7thhoci0x6aeqk/FallsSportsAwards-20.jpg","width":2200}])
Twenty-eight student-athletes were honored Thursday for their sportsmanship and academic achievement during the Fall Sports Recognition Celebration.
![Pioneer League Kickoff game]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1763143050/mtvernoncsdorg/vkgblwknhtlvfuhxzmjz/Pioneergame2025-2.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1763143050/mtvernoncsdorg/vkgblwknhtlvfuhxzmjz/Pioneergame2025-2.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1763143050/mtvernoncsdorg/vkgblwknhtlvfuhxzmjz/Pioneergame2025-2.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1763143050/mtvernoncsdorg/vkgblwknhtlvfuhxzmjz/Pioneergame2025-2.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1763143050/mtvernoncsdorg/vkgblwknhtlvfuhxzmjz/Pioneergame2025-2.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1763143050/mtvernoncsdorg/vkgblwknhtlvfuhxzmjz/Pioneergame2025-2.jpg","width":1920}])
Yesterday marked the exciting opening game of Mount Vernon City School District's Pioneer League! Our team faced off against Mamaroneck’s Tigers in a thrilling soccer match. Congratulations to all the players for their hard work and sportsmanship—what a fantastic start to the season!