Written by Sarah Buck
With interim week approaching quickly, students are excited about the different opportunities and experiences they will gain.
Joe Sciberras, who is interning with General Dynamics, said, “Just getting the opportunity to be in a working environment is exciting…also seeing how the business workday works.” Evan Tucker commented, “I’m going to a bunch of colleges in Georgia, to give me a good sampling of the different types of colleges. It will greatly aid my college search.” Blythe Coward, who is interning at a law firm, quipped, “I am looking forward to learning about the process that, in a sense, can make or break someone’s life.”
Meg Vidor said enthusiastically, “I’m going to South Africa, and I’m really excited about exploring a new 
part of the world and learning everything there is to know. I’m looking forward to working with the kids at Mr. Sullivan’s mom’s school. It’s going to be a lot of fun.” Addie Goins said, “I am volunteering around Atlanta! I will get my service hours and will have the opportunity to give back to the community.”
Launched in 2010, Interim Term is an innovative program at Mount Vernon that offers students in grades 9-12 opportunities to explore personal interests, integrate disciplines, expand their minds, and serve the public good.
Held annually in March, students participate in one of the following:
- International or domestic travel entailing college tours, service trips, or cultural expeditions;
- Off-campus Atlanta courses;
- Career exploration internships (seniors only); and
- Innovative, on-campus courses
Each year, Mount Vernon Presbyterian School designs a variety of course offerings, programs, and trips that promote 21st century skills, connect students with tangible needs in the third world, and propel Upper School students into genuine engagement with real world challenges and opportunities.
Visit the Interim Term site here.
