Mason Minute- February 18, 2026
February 18, 2026
In celebration of Kindness Week, students across the district spent time learning about kindness, generosity and friendship.
Kindness themed activities and events took place in many forms throughout the district. At the Harvey Education Center, students explored ways to show kindness and celebrated friendship. Elementary schools participated in Spirit Week with special dress-up days and Kindness Challenges while teachers were treated to goodie bags. At Mason Middle School, students spread positivity by delivering snacks with the Kindness Cart, and high school students colored valentines for teachers and staff.
This week we celebrate National Parent Teacher Association (PTA) Founders' Day to honor the founding of the National PTA and the work of its founders in 1897.
Now known in Mason as Parent Teacher Organizations (PTO), these volunteer groups are a vital part of our school ecosystems. Along with individual parent and community volunteers, PTOs plan fundraisers and fun school activities, support teachers and staff, and provide connection between families and schools to strengthen and support this important relationship!
A big THANK YOU to our PTO groups and all the parent and community volunteers who help our schools thrive and bring a bit of extra fun and excitement to the school year!
Save the date for the Mason High School spring play "Clue" presented March 19 - 21, 2026. All showtimes are 7 PM. General admission tickets are $10, student and senior citizen tickets are $8 and will be available soon. Don't miss the fun and mystery based on the original movie screenplay and original Clue board game!
Kindergarten and Young Fives registration for the 2026-2027 school year is open for in-district students. Registration must be completed in the Skyward system for both new families and families with established Skyward accounts.
Young Fives registration closes March 15, 2026, and families interested in Young Fives should include a note in their kindergarten registration to indicate their interest.
All Kindergarten classes meet at Harvey Education Center (HEC). For more information about required registration materials, Kindergarten Roundup and School of Choice applications, please visit the HEC website or contact Karla Harkness with questions.
Mason elementary students and their favorite adult are invited to a night of circus fun at the Elementary Dances! The dances will be Saturday, April 18, 2026, in the Mason Middle School gym. Registration information and details can be found in the Winter Enrichment Guide and on the MPS website.
Don't miss the Mason Public Schools Foundation Commercial Bank Red Carpet Gala coming up on Saturday, March 7, 2026! Tickets are on sale now!
Enjoy a sophisticated evening featuring a lively cocktail hour, an exciting silent and live auction and a formal plated dinner- all in support of Mason Public Schools students. The event will be held at a new location this year- the Graduate by Hilton East Lansing.
Visit the gala website for more information about purchasing tables and sponsorship opportunities.