Mount Vernon City Schools is committed to transparency and open communication with our community. As a public school district, we adhere to Ohio’s Public Records Act, which allows individuals to request access to public records. The Board of Education is responsible for ensuring the public records of the district are available to residents of Ohio for inspection and reproduction. To submit a Public Records Request to Mount Vernon City Schools, please fill out the form linked below. A copy of this form will be sent to the requestor's email address upon submission.
You may also make a request via US Mail using our printable form, by phone at 740-397-7422 x 6023, or in-person atthe Board of Education office, 300 Newark Road, Mount Vernon, Ohio 43050.
What to Expect After Submission
Acknowledgment: We will acknowledge your request as soon as possible.
Processing Time: Requests are processed in accordance with Ohio law, typically within a reasonable period. The time required may vary based on the scope of the request.
Fees: There may be fees for copies or extensive records retrieval. We will notify you in advance if fees apply.
Please note that, if the requester makes an ambiguous or overly broad request or has difficulty in making a request such that the office cannot reasonably identify what public records are being requested, the request may be denied (Ohio Revised Code 149.43). Providing specific details, including names, dates, times, locations, and what records are requested will help expedite your request.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Do I need to provide a reason for my request?
No. Under Ohio law, you are not required to state a reason for requesting public records.
- Can I review records in person?
Yes. You may request to review records in person at the district office during normal business hours.
- Are any records exempt from disclosure?
Certain records are exempt under state and federal laws, such as student records, personnel evaluations, and confidential legal communications.
Examples of records that are excluded from release to the public include:
Notes by teachers, counselors and school administrators that were made for their personal use
Copies of emergency response plans and other security records
Records protected by attorney-client privilege
Records shared during an executive session of the school board.
Student education records, including cumulative files discipline records