Superintendent William Seder Jr. detailed in the Mount Vernon City Schools fall 2023 district newsletter the dedication and hard work of our district's schools. The district achieved a four-star overall rating, which is classified as exceeding state standards, according to the Ohio Department of Education's rating system. MVCS earned high achievements in areas such as graduation rate, student growth, and the closing of educational gaps between student subgroups.
Superintendent Seder emphasizes the accomplishments and dedication of the entire district, including the families of the students and educators "we are proud of these accomplishments, and together, we will continue to strive for excellence, ensuring that every student has the opportunity to thrive in a supportive and challenging learning environment"
Full Copy of William Seder Jr.'s Letter to the District "Impressive District Report Card Highlights Achievements":
"Mount Vernon City Schools' recent report card is a testament to the dedication to excellence that permeates our educational community. With an impressive four-star overall rating, we are excited to celebrate the exceptional achievements across multiple components of the state report card.
Districts and Buildings are rated on a 5-star rubric in five component areas:
Ohio Department of Education Rating System:
1-star: Significant support needed to meet state standards
2-stars: Fell short of meeting state standards
3-stars: Meeting state standards
4-stars: Exceeding state standards
5-stars: Significantly exceeding state standards
Achievement - 4-Star District rating exceeding state standards in academic achievement:
Four schools - Dan Emmett Elementary, East Elementary, Twin Oak Elementary, and Wiggin
Street Elementary - have achieved an outstanding five-star rating in the Achievement on
state tests component. These schools have not only met state standards but have
significantly exceeded them.
Progress - 4-Star District rating exceeding student growth expectations:
In the student growth component, Dan Emmett Elementary, East Elementary, and Wiggin
Street Elementary have each earned an impressive five-star rating. This achievement
showcases the exceptional growth and development of students throughout the district. It
also underscores our district's commitment to providing a nurturing and effective learning
environment for our students.
Gap Closing - 5-Star District rating significantly exceeding state standards in closing educational gaps of student subgroups.
Our district's dedication to closing the educational gaps between subgroups is evident in
the outstanding performance of several schools. Columbia Elementary, Dan Emmett
Elementary, East Elementary, Mount Vernon High School, Twin Oak Elementary, and Wiggin
Street Elementary have all earned an exceptional five-star rating in this critical component.
These schools have taken significant steps to ensure that all students, regardless of their
background, have equal opportunities to succeed.
Graduation Rate and Early Literacy - A Solid Foundation for Success.
Our district's strong performance in both Graduation Rate and Early Literacy components
serves as the cornerstone of our educational excellence. The graduation rate reflects our
commitment to supporting students through their high school journey and preparing them
for life beyond. Early literacy programs ensure that our youngest learners have a solid
foundation for future academic success.
While we proudly celebrate these achievements, it's essential to remember that a district or
building report card, as impressive as it may be, does not adequately reflect the many
outstanding things that go on every day throughout the district. It is an important snapshot,
a measure of our progress, but it cannot capture the full scope of the dedication, passion,
and hard work that our educators, students, and families contribute to our community.
In conclusion, we are proud of these accomplishments, and together, we will continue to
strive for excellence, ensuring that every student has the opportunity to thrive in a
supportive and challenging learning environment."
