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The Blogger Challenge

The Blogger Challenge concludes today. A challenge was issued and 18 daring educators answered the call. Some had never blogged before. A few had blogs, but had not written and reflected in a while. Others never stopped. Some of the cool things about this blogger challenge was that it was a) voluntary b) during the summer c) badge related d) cross divisional Feedback from the Bloggers… “What fun the blogging challenge was, it was my first time participating in an all school activity. Thank you for the opportunity it’s been fantastic!” “What a fun ride! I am challenging myself to keep […]

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Christmas Arts Showcase 2015

Christmas Arts Showcase 2015 Last night, Mount Vernon hosted the annual christmas arts showcase with a packed house and tons of visual and performing arts on display for parents, grandparents, and friends. Since most everyone saw the show in the gym, but most were not privy to the excitement going on the in green rooms, I’d like to share a brief glimpse behind the curtain. For fun… Here are more pics from the evening…

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Mama’s Cranberry Crisp

Mama’s Cranberry Crisp  We all have Thanksgiving traditions. My tradition revolves around 3 recipes. I have one ‘sweet’ dish from each of my Grandmothers and a turkey recipe from a good friend that never fails. I have very fond memories of being at each of my grandmother’s houses while growing up at Thanksgiving time. For many years now, I have made these dishes as a way to celebrate and remember both of my dear grandmothers. Today, I’d like to share a ‘secret’ family recipe with you. I hope you’ll try it this season. Your guests will be thankful. And mention […]

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Be a Multiplier

Mount Vernon Presbyterian School kicked off the new year at convocation as students from the Class of 2016 all the way to the Class of 2030 gathered to hear Head of School Dr. Jacobsen’s message: Be a Multiplier! Sharing the parable of the talents as told by Jesus in Matthew 25, Dr. Jacobsen encouraged students, parents, and faculty to multiply the blessings and talents we’ve been given in the coming 180 days (177 now for those counting). You + Curiosity = Multiplier You + Desired Result = Multiplier You + Others = Multiplier You + God = Multiplier 14 “Again, it […]

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