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Homecoming Halftime is Grand on the New Field

Lydia Marshall, Journalist
October 4, 2023
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The Marching Mustangs surround soloists Junior Penelope Vig and Senior Uwen Boettcher as they perform during the band’s homecoming halftime show.
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Alumni Achievement Award winner Jamil Farschchi (Class of '96) looks out at the clapping crowd during the alumni recognition during homecoming halftime on Sept. 29.
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'26 Pebbles' Cast and Crew Put on a Stunning Production
'26 Pebbles' Cast and Crew Put on a Stunning Production
Senior Drum Major Clare Nydegger conducts the Marching Mustangs for a final time during their performance on Oct. 28.
Reaching for the Stars One Last Time
Senior Renee Vig and Junior Mae Krapfl complete their color guard duet as the brass ensemble plays on Oct. 11.
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Cheer performance Sept. 26.
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Homecoming Queen Betsy Louwagie and King Seamus O'Connor stand while the capes are being put on their shoulders Sept. 26.
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Junior Ingrid Morf runs through the color guard during the band's performance on Sept. 28.
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Junior Drum Major Korah Jo Robinson reaches for the stars at the end of "Among the Stars" Sept. 6.
The Marching Mustangs Practice Early for Their Late Night Performance
The Marching Mustangs enter the field for their first football halftime performance of this year's show 'Among the Stars'.
Shining Bright On The Field
Sophomore Norah Weber performs her solo during "Don't Know Why" at the Java Jazz Concert.
Singing Our Hearts Out
Sophomore Carrington Bybee gets ready to play "Walking in a Winter Wonderland" with her Bass on Dec. 17.
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Marching Mustangs for the win!
Marching Mustangs for the win!
Mount Vernon Marching Mustangs performs on the Marion football field. Sep. 23.
The Marching Mustangs Captivate at the Linn-Mar Marching Band Competition
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Mount Vernon Spikes Again On Tuesday's Senior Night
Mount Vernon Spikes Again On Tuesday's Senior Night
The Alumni Association inducted five new members into the Hall of Fame: FINE ARTS — Jude Smith 1981, ATHLETIC — Wayne Hormann 1985, SERVICE — James Moore 1953, (James Moore passed away in 2014 and was honored posthumously. His son Robert will accepted the award on his behalf.) COMMUNITY IMPACT — Tom Wilkinson 1986, ACHIEVEMENT — Bill Yeisley 1952.
2024 MVHS Alumni Hall of Fame
Senior Kara Swantz tries to avoid junior Kiersten Swart as she tries to block her Sept. 26.
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Band students celebrate at the Homecoming Dance when Band Instructor Scott Weber delivered their trophies from the competition earlier in the day. The Marching Mustangs won Best Drumline and Best Color Guard and placed second overall in Marion Sept. 28.
Homecoming Dance Wraps Up Week of Wins
Seniors Cyrus Johnson, Penelope Vig, Natalie Thuerauf, and Selah Loyd celebrate their victory in the marshmallow throwing contest against the cheerleaders on Sept. 27.
Hyping Up for Homecoming
Juniors Bella Donatti and Kaia Swaim laugh while throwing candy at the crowd during the MV Hoco Parade.
2024 Homecoming Parade Brings Joy to the Community 
About the Contributor
Lydia Marshall, Editor-In-Chief
My name is Lydia Marshall. I am a junior and Editor-in-Chief of the Mustang Moon, as well as activities editor for the yearbook. I enjoy reading, art, hanging out with my friends, and watching theater.