The Mt. Vernon Community School Corporation (MVCSC) is proud to celebrate a significant milestone, the 50th anniversary of Mt. Vernon Middle School (MVMS). To mark this occasion, the school will host a special open house themed “Once a Marauder, Always a Marauder: 50 Years of Golden Memories.”

Mt. Vernon Middle School 50-Year Anniversary Open House
“Once a Marauder, Always a Marauder: 50 Years of Golden Memories”
Sunday, November 2, 2025
1 - 3 p.m. 
1862 W. State Road 234, Fortville, IN 46040
(Enter through doors 1, 8, 16, or 21)

All members of the Mt. Vernon community are invited to join the celebration. A brief presentation will begin at 1:30 p.m., highlighting the school’s history, growth, and accomplishments, and will include a special student performance. During the program, former and current MVMS principals and superintendents will be recognized for their contributions to MVMS’s success!

• In Marauder Hall, guests can explore a historical timeline showcasing significant moments from each decade of MVMS’s journey. The display will feature key events and administrators who helped to shape the school’s legacy, along with many yearbooks.
• Attendees are invited to write their own “golden memories of MVMS” and pin them to the timeline, adding a personal touch to this collective celebration.

Guests will also enjoy celebratory cupcakes provided by the Mt. Vernon Education Foundation and have the chance to self-tour the building, reflecting on fond memories while viewing the school’s many renovations and updates. The event will conclude at 3 p.m.

MVCSC extends its heartfelt gratitude to the generations of community members who have supported MVMS over the past 50 years. Your continued involvement ensures a strong foundation for future Marauders.

Please join us on Sunday, November 2, to share your MVMS Golden Memories on our interactive timeline, reconnect with MVMS administrators and alumni, and enjoy a self-guided tour showcasing the school’s exciting renovations! All are welcome!