On August 2, 2025, the Mt. Vernon Community School Corporation held a meeting to discuss the car rider procedures for the upcoming school year at Mount Vernon Intermediate School and Mount Vernon Middle School. The meeting outlined detailed protocols for both morning drop-offs and afternoon pickups, emphasizing safety and efficiency.

The morning procedures for Mount Vernon Intermediate School will begin with cars entering the East Lot, where school officials will direct vehicles to fill in multiple columns. At 8:13 AM, students will be released to exit their cars and walk towards designated doors. The East Lot will stop accepting cars at this time, redirecting new arrivals to the North Lot. It is crucial for parents to ensure students are dropped off by 8:33 AM to avoid tardiness.

In the afternoon, guardians must notify the school office in advance if they plan to pick up their students. A Google form will be available for registration, and each student will receive a unique pickup number that guardians must present daily. The pickup line will open at 2:45 PM, and cars will be organized in a systematic manner to ensure a smooth flow of traffic.

For Mount Vernon Middle School, the procedures mirror those of the intermediate school. Cars will enter from the northern entrance of Loop Drive, with drop-off and pickup occurring in a single file line. A school official will manage the process to ensure safety, signaling when cars can release students. The school day officially begins at 8:40 AM, and students must be in the building by 8:38 AM to avoid being marked tardy.

The meeting highlighted the importance of planning ahead for both parents and students to facilitate a safe and efficient car rider experience. School officials reiterated the need for cooperation from families to adhere to these procedures, which are designed to prioritize student safety and minimize congestion during peak times. As the school year approaches, these guidelines will be crucial for a smooth transition back to in-person learning.