• May 2 / BaseballMount Vernon High School - 9, Granville - 4
  • May 2 / SoftballMount Vernon High School - 18, Granville - 4
  • Apr 30 / Boys TennisMount Vernon High School - 0, Clear Fork - Senior Night - 5
  • Apr 30 / BaseballMount Vernon High School - 14, Utica - 0
  • Apr 30 / SoftballMount Vernon High School - 18, Utica - 4
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The Rise of the Biopic
Between Truth and Theatrics: The Double-Edged Power of Biopics in Shaping Public Memory
May 9, 2025
Kiwanis honors MVHS students with academic awards
Kiwanis Club of Mount Vernon Honors Mount Vernon High School Students for Outstanding Academic Achievement
May 8, 2025
TAC helps students across Knox County
Raising Awareness: The Crucial Role of Mental Health in Our Live
May 2, 2025
USC Speak Your Mind
More Than Cold Water: Why the Speak Your Mind Challenge Matters
May 1, 2025
Carter Huddleston and Gavin Zeiner participate in the National Robotics Championship
Local Engineering Teams Compete at National Robotics Challenge, Overcoming Challenges and Gaining Valuable Lessons
April 28, 2025
Khadija Ndow captures the energy and emotion of the game, showcasing her editing skills and eye for composition in this dynamic soccer photo series
Capturing the Game: Khadija Ndow Showcases Talent Through Soccer Photography
January 24, 2025
MVHS dances the night away in Homecoming 2024
Mount Vernon High School Students Dance the Night Away at 2024 Homecoming Celebration
October 8, 2024
Mount Vernon High School Celebrates Achievement: 272 Graduates Shine at Commencement Ceremony
Mount Vernon High School Celebrates Achievement: 272 Graduates Shine at Commencement Ceremony
May 26, 2024
Mount Vernon High School Shines at Spectacular Prom 2024 Celebration
Mount Vernon High School Shines at Spectacular Prom 2024 Celebration
May 20, 2024
2023 MVHS school dance
Mount Vernon High School Students Danced the Night Away at Homecoming
October 9, 2023
Track Stars & Game Recaps: This Week on Sports Zone
Track Stars & Game Recaps: This Week on Sports Zone
May 2, 2025
Senior Wesley Neighbarger kicks off our Sports Zone
Analyzing NIL Challenges in College Football and Recapping the Week in Yellow Jackets Athletics
April 21, 2025
Tennis Talk & Sports Highlights: Wesley Chats with Andrew Conway and Austin Anderson members of the 2025 tennis team and, Caleb and Isaiah Break Down the Week In Sports
Tennis Talk & Sports Highlights: Wesley Chats with Andrew Conway and Austin Anderson members of the 2025 tennis team and, Caleb and Isaiah Break Down the Week In Sports
April 11, 2025
Coach Firebaugh earns Central District Coach of the Year Honors
Sports Zone: Coach Corey Firebaugh Reflects on Successful Wrestling Season and Central District Coach of the Year Honor, Plus March Madness and Turbo Bat Recap
April 4, 2025
Mount Vernon Track Teams Dominate at Northridge Quad Meet
Mount Vernon Track Teams Dominate at Northridge Quad Meet
April 3, 2025
Love, Loss, and Literature: Little Women Comes to Mount Vernon High
Love, Loss, and Literature: Little Women Comes to Mount Vernon High
April 14, 2025
Live from the Hive: Kyla and Abbey Preview the Exciting Details of the Upcoming Musical
Live from the Hive: Kyla and Abbey Preview the Exciting Details of the Upcoming Musical
April 4, 2025
The 2025 Forum Court will shine this weekend.
2025 Forum Show Kicks Off with a Bang: Follow Jacket Journal for Weekend Highlights and Photos
March 7, 2025
Renowned Dancer Clarence Brooks to Teach Historic Solo Inspired by Freedom Road at Campus
Renowned Dancer Clarence Brooks to Teach Historic Solo Inspired by Freedom Road at Campus
March 6, 2025
Three Regional Winners Advance to State Competition in Governor's Youth Art Exhibition
Three Regional Winners Advance to State Competition in Governor’s Youth Art Exhibition
March 3, 2025
Senior Olufemi Odiah Awarded Prestigious Four-Year Knox County Scholarship to Kenyon College
Senior Olufemi Odiah Awarded Prestigious Four-Year Knox County Scholarship to Kenyon College
May 8, 2025
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Jacket Nation: Want the Scoop on Spring Sports Senior Nights? Tune In to Live for the Hive
May 2, 2025
Live from the Hive: Reporters Ethan and Storm Cover Exciting Opening Day Match for Boys Volleybal
Live from the Hive: Reporters Ethan and Storm Cover Exciting Opening Day Match for Boys Volleybal
March 13, 2025
State Tournament Preview: Live Updates and Coverage from the Hive
State Tournament Preview: Live Updates and Coverage from the Hive
March 6, 2025
The 2025 Forum Court will shine this weekend.
Get the Inside Scoop: Lucia and Marina Preview This Weekend’s Forum Show on Live from the Hive
March 5, 2025
Capturing the Rhythm: Katilyn Alaimo's Stunning Jazz Band Photo Illustration
Strike Up the Band! Special Guests Bring Electrifying Energy to Mount Vernon High School’s Concert
May 2, 2025
Caylee Kenyon poses for a photo
High School Jobs Are Tough—But They Can Teach You a Lot
April 30, 2025
Khadija Ndow on the dive for MVHS
Khadija Ndow: Balancing Sports, Leadership, and Academics with Purpose
April 30, 2025
Reagan Frazee with a stunning performance on the bars.
Mount Vernon High School Junior Reagan Frazee: From State Champion to Resilient Comeback Kid
April 25, 2025
Bickerdyke opens in Mount Vernon
Bickerdyke in Mount Vernon Delivers Unmatched Flavor, Friendly Vibes, and a Burger Worth the Hype
April 23, 2025
Nick Coon returns to Mount Vernon as a teacher and coach
Layne Dailey Chats with Nick Coon About His Comeback as Teacher and Coach in Mount Vernon”
May 8, 2025
Welcome back to MVHS, Mr. Scott Patterson
Full Circle: Layne Daily Chats with MVHS Alum and Science Teacher Mr. Scott Patterson
April 24, 2025
JJ Reports: Aden Burdulis and Caleb Rickett Talk Sports at the Next Level
JJ Reports: Aden Burdulis and Caleb Rickett Talk Sports at the Next Level
April 8, 2025
Podcast Bee
Jacket Journal Reporters Kassidy Eggert and Cameron Carlson Explore High School Book Censorship with Assistant Principal Ben Richards
March 19, 2025
JJ Reporter Layne Dailey Interviews Teacher Mr. Vonck on His Return to Teach at Mount Vernon and Its Personal Significance
JJ Reporter Layne Dailey Interviews Teacher Mr. Vonck on His Return to Teach at Mount Vernon and Its Personal Significance
March 6, 2025
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Mount Vernon Seniors Reminisce: Cherished Memories Shared with Jacket Journal Staff

Ashton Veleno, Ethan Conant, Jack Marhefka, and Zack Karns
May 24, 2024

Zack Karns Chats with Marissa Rutter on Her Hurdles Mastery; Rutter named back to back OCC Athlete of the Year

Zack Karns and Jack Marhefka
May 17, 2024

Behind the Scenes: JJ Live Editor Zack Karns Goes In-Depth with Members from the 2024 OCC Champion Baseball Team

Zack Karns and Jack Marhefka
May 10, 2024

Mr. Steve Farmer Honored with Central District Official of the Year; Makes Debut as State Tournament Official

Jack Marhefka
March 20, 2024

Behind the Diamond: Zack Karns Opens Up on 2024 Baseball Ambitions in Candid Talks with Team Members

Zack Karns and Jack Marhefka
March 7, 2024
MVHS Celebrates School Counselors Week

Celebrating the Dedication of Mrs. Wihl, Mrs. Kennerly, Mrs. Fawcett and Mrs. Luckey

Jack Marhefka
February 9, 2024
Jacket Journal staff updates the athletic department sports pages

Exciting News: Jacket Journal Unveils Expanded Sports Coverage and Dynamic Athletic Page

Jack Marhefka, Editor
January 23, 2024
MVHS preforms 12 Angry Men

MVHS Drama announces Freaky Friday the Musical Auditions

Jack Marhefka
January 16, 2024
Sports Center explained - JJ website

Exciting News from the High School Newspaper: Introducing Sports Center.

Jack Marhefka
November 21, 2023
Seniors Citizens were treated a lunch served by the NHS students.

Intergenerational Bonding and Cultural Enrichment: Mount Vernon City Schools Hosts Senior Citizen Luncheon

Natalie Boggs, Jack Marhefka, Zack Karns, and Ethan Conant
November 17, 2023
JJ and Yearbook students attend a workshop

Jacket Journal and Yearbook Students Attend Workshop

Jack Marhefka
October 18, 2023
Mount Vernon Volleyball defeats Lexington in 5 sets.

[Photo] Jackets sting Lexington in five

Zack Karns and Jurnie Gleason
August 23, 2023
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