Buccaneer Blast 1/9/26

Posted Date: 01/09/26 (03:30 PM)

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January 9th, 2026

BUCS

Mt. Comfort B-U-C-S Expectations

We are:

Bright Understanding Courteous Successful

Students of the Week 1/6/26-1/9/26

Student Council

The Mt. Comfort Elementary Student Council is raising funds again this year for Riley Children's Hospital. Mt. Comfort Elementary has a LONG history of being a great donor for Riley. Our $1 hat days will be used as donations for our school. In addition, families and students can become part of our online team to seek donations as well! More information below.

We are hosting a fundraising campaign to benefit kids and families who need Riley, Indiana’s only nationally-ranked, comprehensive children’s research hospital. All proceeds from this event directly benefit Riley Children's Health.

We are excited to be involved in this important philanthropic work and have volunteered time and energy throughout the year to raise money for Riley. We are very passionate about Riley and know that the work we are doing is making a difference!

We would love for you to be a part of our success this year, in fact, we can't do it without you! Will you please help us reach our fundraising goal for the kids?

Making a donation to our team is fast, easy, and secure. You can be sure that your gift is important and making an impact for kids and families who need Riley's world-class pediatric health care.

You can even join our team and create your own individual fundraising page to share with family and friends.

give.rileykids.org/KCS2526

PTO

Spirit Blanket Fundraiser

We’re excited to continue our mission to bring Smart Boards to every classroom — and we need your help! This season, we’re thrilled to offer our super soft, plush Spirit Blankets — the perfect way to show your school spirit while staying cozy. These high-quality blankets are designed to last for years, making them a wonderful gift for your kiddos, family, and friends. Every blanket purchased helps us move one step closer to equipping our classrooms with Smart Boards that enhance learning for every student. Grab yours today using the link below!
Spirit Blanket Sale

Join the PTO Facebook page here:

MCE PTO FaceBook

Join the PTO Instagram page here: MCE PTO Instagram

Teacher Appreciation Cart Are you interested in helping us spoil our teachers and staff each month? If so, sign up for our Teacher Appreciation Cart! You simply find a friend, sign up for a date, grab what you need (this is funded completely by you) and deliver it door to door all the while seeing everyone’s beautiful smiles. The staff always appreciates being spoiled and it’s the least we can do to give back to them for all that they do! Please sign up below if you are interested. Keep in mind the date and time can be fluid if needed. Just contact the PTO if you need to change something. Teacher Appreciation Cart

Pottery Fundraiser

Our friends from the uPaint Pottery Studio will be visiting MCE on Friday, January 16th. All students and family members are invited to come and paint from 6:30-8:30 pm.

Pottery Options-$13-$20

20% donated back to our school

Cash & Credit accepted

Nursing Updates

MV READS

MCE CLUBS

More information to come from Mrs. Steele

Hours/Arrival/Dismissal

7:15 AM-Car riders and bus riders allowed in the building

7:35 AM- Car rider line closed-must enter main entrance and will be marked tardy

2:00 PM- Car riders and day care riders start dismissal (1:15 on Wednesday)

2:05 PM- Bus riders start dismissal (1:20 on Wednesday)

Car Rider Line Safety & Efficiency
In efforts to maintain safety, we need children to be ready to exit the car in the morning. If your student is not ready, the line can be delayed. In order to prevent delays, you may be asked to circle back around if your student is not ready when it is their turn.
Please do not get out of the car to assist your student, as this delays the line and is a safety hazard. If you need to get out of your car to help, you may be asked to park or circle back around so that the line can continue moving.
Vehicles should not pass or go around other cars unless school personnel is present and waves you around.
Please work with your student on getting in the car and fastening seat belts quickly. Adults getting out of the car creates a safety concern.

Morning Arrival Tips

Many MCE families have chosen to use our car line. Efficiency in our line improved greatly over the past year. A few things that you can do to help include:

Move car seats to the side of the car where your student enters and exits.
Help your child learn how to manage the buckle independently (the goal is for all adults to stay in the vehicle).
Make sure the book bag and other supplies are close to your child so they can grab them quickly.
Pull all the way up (to the cone or the nearest car in front of you).
We do not dismiss students one at a time in front of the main entrance (even if it’s raining, snowing, or cold).

Afternoon Dismissal Expectations

All students need to get in on the right side of the car.
Students should be able to close their door and buckle on their own.
You will be asked to keep the car line moving.
If you need extra time to buckle your child, please pull ahead and park in a parking spot to secure your student before heading out.

We really enjoy seeing our families at arrival and dismissal! Thank you for your help in making our car rider line safer and more efficient.

Morning of Late Drop-Off Reminder

If you are dropping your student off after 7:35 am, you will need to drop them off at the front door. Also, adults need to come in and sign the child in as tardy. Please do not just send your child into the school.

District News

MV Education Foundation Information

Parent University: Hands-On Futures- FREE EVENT, ALL PARENTS, STAFF, and Students welcome. Dinner and Childcare are provided if registered. Registration and Information Link onecau.se/mveftrades

A Trades and Career Pathways Experience for Mt. Vernon Families

Thursday, January 22, 2026 | 5:00–8:30 PM

Mt. Vernon students show up every day curious, capable, and eager to build something meaningful. They’re ready for real skills, real opportunities, and real pathways that help them imagine futures they may not yet see. What they need now is exposure, guidance, and community.

Hands-On Futures was designed to meet that need.

What This Event Is

Hands-On Futures is an immersive, experience-driven evening where students and families explore the skilled trades, healthcare, logistics, technology, manufacturing, public safety, and other in-demand careers shaping Indiana’s future. This program aligns with the state’s new Graduation Pathways and responds to what we hear from parents, educators, and employers alike:
Families want earlier exposure.
Students want real-world skills.
Employers want a stronger talent pipeline.

This event brings all three together in one place.

What Families Will Experience

• Hands-on activities using real tools and equipment
• Live demonstrations from skilled trades and technical experts
• Access to employers, training partners, unions, and postsecondary programs
• Clear information about wages, credentials, and pathways
• Practical workshops helping families navigate Indiana’s new Graduation Pathways

Hands-On Futures is not a traditional career fair. It is a high-energy, interactive experience designed to spark curiosity, build confidence, and help students of all ages discover what is possible.

Why It Matters

Indiana’s workforce is changing rapidly. Mt. Vernon is committed to preparing students for the opportunities ahead by giving them early, meaningful exposure to career-connected learning. When students have access, families gain clarity, and our community gains momentum.

Hands-On Futures strengthens:
• Early career awareness
• A more prepared and confident student pipeline
• Stronger school–industry partnerships
• Visibility for local employers seeking tomorrow’s talent

Our Core Belief

There is more than one way to a great life.
Every path deserves to be understood, celebrated, and accessible.

At Mt. Vernon, we are not just preparing students for graduation.
We are preparing them for life.

Hands-On. Purpose-Driven. Connected.