Mason Minute-April 8, 2026

April 8, 2026

The Mason High School Band program had plenty to celebrate following this year's State Solo and Ensemble Festival, with Bulldog musicians turning in one of their strongest performances in recent memory. Competing across 47 events, the ensemble earned an impressive 40 First Division Ratings, the highest honor available, along with six, Second Division Ratings and one, Third Division Rating. Read more on the MPS website.

On the May 5, 2026 ballot, voters within the Ingham ISD service area, including Mason, will be asked to consider a Special Education Bond proposal.

If approved, the bond would generate approximately $99,960,000 to replace the Beekman Center and renovate Heartwood School. These center-based facilities serve students from all 12 local school districts, including students from Mason Public Schools who have complex learning, physical and medical needs.

The proposed improvements focus on creating safe, accessible, and engaging learning

environments that support student dignity, independence, and long-term educational

needs. Learn more about the 2026 Special Education Bond on the bond website or by watching this short video.

Over spring break, we marked Paraprofessional Appreciation Day, a day to say "thank you" to all of the paraprofessionals, instructional assistants, teacher aides and classroom assistants at Mason Public Schools!

The commitment these staff members have to students and meeting their individual needs makes all the difference in the classroom and beyond.

Often working behind the scenes, these staff members show up with heart, patience and purpose- showing us the Bulldog Way! Be sure to thank this team for all they do in our schools!

The Commercial Bank Mason 5K is a community run/walk hosted by the Mason Public Schools Foundation. The event is designed to bring together students, families, staff, and community members for a fun, active evening while raising funds to support Mason Public Schools. Registration is open now!

Date: Friday, May 1, 2026
Time: 6:00 – 8:00 PM
Location: Mason Courthouse Square (Downtown Mason)

Event Schedule:

• 6 PM – Kids 100 Yard Dash
• 6:15 PM – Kids 1 Mile
• 7 PM – 5K Run/Walk (virtual option available)

Don't miss Mason Middle School's Evening of the Arts! The fine arts teachers and their students will host the annual event on Thursday, April 16, 2026, from 6 - 9 PM.

Evening of the Arts will include band and choir performances, a student art show, a glow gallery and an animated digital display.

The event is free and open to the public with crafts and snacks available for purchase. Parking will be available in the north parking lot and on the west bus loop.

Help support the Mason Promise Scholarship by dining at Big Boy on April 10 when 15% of all sales will be donated to the scholarship fund.

The Spring Enrichment Guide is available on the Community Education website and enrollment is now open for all programs and classes!

Kindergarten 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.

All Kindergarten classes meet at the Harvey Education Center (HEC). For more information about required registration materials, Kindergarten Roundup and Schools of Choice applications, please visit the HEC website or contact Karla Harkness with questions.

Schedule through June 4, 2026

Family Open Swim

• Friday: 7 - 9 PM
• Saturday: 1 - 3 PM
• No swim April 10, 11, 24, 25 and May 23, 29
• Cost: $3/adult, $2/student or senior, $8/family of four

Water Fitness (ages 14 and up)

• Monday and Wednesday: 7:15 - 8:15 PM
• Shallow and deep water classes
• No classes April 20, 22 and May 4, 25
• Cost: $6 at the door, punch cards are available

Adult Lap Swim (ages 18 and up)

• Tuesday-Friday: 6 - 7:30 AM
• Saturday: 7 - 8:30 AM
• No swim April 11, 25 and May 23
• Monday and Wednesday: 7:15 - 8:45 PM
• No swim April 20, 22 and May 4 and 25
• Cost: $5/person or $35 per punch card of 10

Mark your calendars for upcoming events and activities. A full calendar of district happenings is available on the MPS website. Additional Board of Education (BOE) meeting information is available on the Board of Education website.

• Thursday, April 9: BOE Finance and Property Committee, 5:15 PM

• Thursday, April 16: BOE Meeting, 5:30 PM (note time change)

• Thursday, April 23: BOE Policy and Community Committee, 5:15 PM

• Thursday, May 14: BOE Meeting, 7 PM

• Monday, May 25: No School, Memorial Day

Join the Mason Public Schools team and make a difference in the lives of our students each day! Check out our current job openings and learn more.