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We serve to provide innovative educational opportunities for students to achieve successful futures.

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When the MVEF brought the NASA exhibit to Mt. Vernon High School, I learned that I truly could follow my passion and actually become an astronaut.

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After centering themselves through yoga, Fourth Grade Teacher, Lydgia Palmer, saw her students more attentive to their mindfulness and making positive choices.

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Jill and Kevin Prefontaine support the Mt. Vernon community by helping the MVEF impact thousands of students each year with unique educational opportunities.

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Make It an Afternoon That Matters: “Chip-In-Fore- Kids”

September 23, 2025 | 5 - 8pm

Where Relationships, Opportunity, and Connection Take the Lead SEPTEMBER 23, 2025 5-8 PM At Mt. Vernon Community School Corporation (MVCSC), we believe that every student deserves the chance to thrive. With ongoing shifts in state and…

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OPERATION MARAUDER MAKEOVER

July 19, 2025

Reset. Recharge. Reimagine.Celebrating Educators. Cultivating Joy. Creating Belonging. It all began with a powerful idea from Principal Ashley Gustin at the soon-to-be Mt. Vernon Intermediate School: “What if we could create a lounge space that…

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Back to School Starts in the Summer — And It Starts With Relationships

June 18, 2025

By Renee OldhamExecutive Director, Mt. Vernon Education Foundation While the school buildings may seem quieter this summer, the work behind the scenes never stops. At the Mt. Vernon Education Foundation, summer isn’t our slow season…

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Fuel the R.O.C.: Elevate. Give. Soar. ✈️
📅 Wednesday, August 20, 2025 | 4–7 PM
📍 Jet Access Indy Hangar | Indianapolis Regional Airport

At Mt. Vernon, our staff are more than educators—they’re lifelines for the next generation, creating connection, safety, opportunity, and inspiration every single day. 💛

That’s why the Mt. Vernon Education Foundation is hosting our 4th Annual MVCSC Staff Appreciation Event—a FREE evening for every MVCSC employee with food, music, connection, and raffle prizes.

Thank you to these restaurants who have committed to support this year's event so far Libby's Ice Cream Greenfield Chick-fil-A at Greenfield El Lago Mexican Restaurant FoxGardin Kitchen and Ale The Grill

We expect 400+ attendees, and YOU can help make it unforgettable! 🎉 Remember, these are samplings!

🌟 Ways to Support:
☕ Food Vendors – Be part of our Flights of Flavor sampler with appetizer-size food or beverage samples. MVEF provides tables, servingware, and we can "man" your table space -which doesn't require staffing on your part. If pick-up is needed, we have you covered!
🎁 Door Prize Donors – Gift cards, baskets, experiences, tech gadgets, or unique giveaways welcome!

📣 All supporters receive event signage, social media recognition, and a chance to connect with hundreds of MVCSC staff.
This celebration is part of our Fuel the R.O.C.™ Giving Campaign—centered on Relationships, Opportunity, and Connection—because our educators deserve to know they are SEEN, VALUED, and APPRECIATED. 💙💚

📩 Want to get involved? Comment below, fill out the attached form, or message Renee@MtVernonFoundation.org