April 2 - MCS Kindergarten Kick Off - Registration for Kindergarten

April 2 - (belated) March Tiger Rally - 7:30am

April 3- Spring Conferences - No School for Students

April 7 - Dorian Class Pictures

April 13 - Tiger's Den PTO meetings at 2:30pm in the MCS Library

April 17 - April Color Skate Night 5-8PM

April 18 - Spring Fest @ MCS 10-4PM

April 21- MCS Board Meeting @ 5pm

April 30 - 4/5 Field Trip to Experiment PDX

May 1 - MCS Inservice - No School for Students

May 2 - Made for Mosier @ MoCo 12-8PM

May 25- Memorial Day Holiday - No School

May 29 & 30- Drama Performance: Legally Blonde

June 4 - K-8 Portfolio Night

June 5 - Assessment Day - No School for Students

June 9 - 8th Grade Promotion

June 10 - Last day of school (early release)

Dear Mosier Community School Community,

As we move into April, we find ourselves entering the third trimester of the school year—a time that always seems to bring both reflection and renewed energy. Our students and teachers have been working hard, and it is exciting to see the growth that has taken place across classrooms.

For our students in grades 3–8, this season also brings state testing. These assessments are one way we measure student progress and identify areas where we can continue to improve and better support learning. We are proud of the effort our students put forth each day and encourage them to simply do their best.

Over spring break, we were able to make significant improvements to our main building. With the installation of 64 new windows and much-needed insulation, our learning spaces are becoming more comfortable, energy-efficient, and supportive for both students and staff. We are grateful to see these long-planned upgrades come to life.

April will also bring opportunities to enhance our outdoor spaces. We will be working on the planting beds around the school and installing sod on our middle school campus. These projects will help create a more welcoming and vibrant environment for our students to learn and play.

In addition, we are currently seeking two new members to join our School Board. Serving on the board is a meaningful way to contribute to the direction and success of our school. If you are interested and would like to learn more, I encourage you to connect with one of our current board members for additional information.

Spring is a time of renewal and growth, and we see that reflected not only in the changing season but also in our students, our school, and our community. Thank you for your continued support and partnership.

Warm regards,
Michelle Dawkins
Executive Director
Mosier Community School

Over the spring break holiday, Mosier Community School received an exciting facelift. Most of the north-, east-, and west-facing windows in our main building were replaced, bringing in more natural light while improving energy efficiency and comfort throughout the school.

These upgrades were made possible through our Renew America’s Schools Grant from the Department of Energy. This grant has already had a significant impact on our campus, funding major improvements such as a new HVAC system, LED lighting, upgraded windows, and additional insulation in our main building.

Looking ahead to this summer, the grant will continue to support important projects. Plans include the abatement of asbestos in our lower level, as well as the construction of a new pavilion. This pavilion will serve a dual purpose: functioning as a racking system for future solar panels and providing a covered outdoor space for students to use during rainy days.

We are grateful for the opportunity to make these lasting improvements that support a safer, more sustainable, and more comfortable learning environment for our students and staff.

During the months of April and May our students in grades 3-8 will be participate in the Smarter Balance Assessment Consortium (SBAC). The SBAC is a standardized test consortium that creates Common Core State Standards-aligned tests nation wide.

Students will participate in the English Language Arts (ELA) and Math assessments. Our students in grades 5 and grade 8 will also take the State of Oregon Science Assessment, in addition to the ELA and Math assessments. Here is more information about the assessments and your rights as parents/guardians.

30 day notice and opt out of state testing in English

30 day notice and opt out of state testing in Spanish

For further questions visit our website at please contact Jen Langley (langleyj@nwasco.k12.or.us).

Please join us for our annual Kindergarten Kick-Off on Thursday, April 2.

This event is for families planning to enroll a kindergarten student for the 2026–27 school year.

To be eligible for kindergarten, children must be 5 years old by September 1, 2026.

For families living in the Mosier Community School boundaries

please contact Daphne Flud at 541-478-3321 or fludd@nwasco.k12.or.us

For families who live outside the Mosier School Boundary

please complete the Application to Attend form.

Space is limited for out-of-boundary students.

For more information and to access the application, please visit www.mosier.k12.or.us.

If you have questions, email us at mosierschools@nwasco.k12.or.us.

2026-27 MCS Application to Attend Online Form

Non-Resident Enrollment Information

Boundary Information

Mosier Community School is a public charter school and a voluntary school of choice. Enrollment is open to all students, and we welcome families who are interested in becoming part of our school community.

Who needs to apply?

Students who live within Mosier Community School boundaries are guaranteed admission and do not need to apply.
Students currently attending Mosier Community School are automatically enrolled for the following school year and do not need to apply.

Students living outside MCS boundaries
Students who reside outside Mosier Community School boundaries may apply for enrollment if space is available. Because Mosier Community School has limited capacity, enrollment may be capped by grade level, class size, and/or overall school enrollment.

Mosier Community School does not limit enrollment based on race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, ethnicity, national origin, disability, the terms of an Individualized Education Program (IEP), income level, English language proficiency, or athletic ability.

Enrollment priorities
If applications exceed available space, priority will be given to:

Students with siblings currently enrolled at Mosier Community School
Students previously enrolled in the district’s pre-kindergarten program
Students who reside within the North Wasco School District

Families who are unsure whether they live within Mosier Community School boundaries are encouraged to contact the MCS Office for a boundary map or additional information.

We look forward to welcoming new families and continuing to serve our current students in the 2026–27 school year!

The 2026-27 MCS Application to Attend online form is currently open to complete. If you have a child that is not yet attending Mosier Community School and would like to, please complete the form. If you know someone that would like to join our school community, please encourage them to complete an application.

2026-27 MCS 4 Day FAQs (English)

2026-27 MCS 4 Day FAQs (Spanish)

The MCS School Board met on the evening of February 17th to discuss the upcoming 4 Day School Year. The board approved the 4 Day 25-26 Calendar.

There will be a survey for our families in April asking specifics in regards to next year.

Friday options
Before school care

Your feedback is valuable and important to us. Please reach out to Michelle Dawkins or Sarah Grace Bendinger if you have any questions.

Michelle.Dawkins@nwasco.k12.or.us

BendingerS@nwasco.k12.or.us

March MCS Board of Directors Meeting Highlights
The MCS Board provides leadership and oversight to support the school’s long-term success—guiding policy, planning, admissions, financial stability, school values, and community engagement. This May, two board seats are up for election, each serving a three-year term through June 2029. Board members are active volunteers who attend monthly meetings and may serve on committees throughout the year.

Interested in running? Submit a Board Director Candidacy Form (available on the MCS website) to Board Chair, Emily Stranz, by Sunday, May 3 at 5pm. A Candidate Forum will be held Monday, May 4 at 5:30pm (in person and via Zoom), and voting will take place May 11–13 for all MCS Foundation members.
To provide comments or explore ways to get involved with the MCS Board, email Emily Stranz, Board Chair, at emily.stranz@nwasco.k12.or.us. The next Board meeting is on April 21st at 5:00 at the MCS library and streamed on YouTube.

Board Members 2025-26

Chair Emily Stranz - emily.stranz@nwasco.k12.or.us
Vice Chair Giulia Good-Stefani - goodg@nwasco.k12.or.us
Secretary - Maria Mourou - mouroum@nwasco.k12.or.us
Treasurer - Evelia Lachino - lachinoe@nwasco.k12.or.us
Facilities - Dan Watson - watsond@nwasco.k12.or.us
Donations and Development - McKenna McKee - mckenna.mckee@nwasco.k12.or.us
Facilities - Tiffany Stranz - tiffany.stranz@nwasco.k12.or.us

Happy Spring Tiger's Den!

We are all enjoying the sunshine, and are excited about all of our spring events. We have some coordinator positions open and volunteer opportunities for Mosier Spring Fest, and Made for Mosier. Please take a look at the immediate volunteer needs, and let me know if you have any questions! These events would not be possible without our amazing community of volunteers, and we'd love to see you at some or all of these events! Also, we have more navy hoodies in stock as well as a new grey hoodie with navy logo!

Immediate Volunteer Needs

Mosier Spring Fest: 4/18 10- 4:30 PM We will need help setting up a Tiger's Den booth, running the booth then cleaning up. We are also helping Mainstreet Mosier with the kids planting activity.

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B0F44AFAB2BABFC1-63211999-mosier

Made for Mosier: Do you have a business or know someone with a business that would be willing to sponsor our event? Attached is our sponsorship ask letter, please help spread the word! We are also looking for auction items for our Live and Silent auction. If you have something to donate or know of someone who would love to support our event, please let us know!

Current Volunteer Needs

Skate Night Sign Up Genius

Made for Mosier Support (email mcstigerdenpto@gmail.com)

Next Tiger's Den Meeting --- Monday, April 13 at 2:30 in the MCS library

Peace and Love,

Jess McGimsey

MCS Tiger's Den is looking for their next A-thon Coordinator. This person will work closely with the Tiger's Den to run the fall Jog-a-Thon and the spring Read-a-Thon.

Please reach out to us at mcstigerdenpto@gmail.com if you're interested in learning more about these positions!

MCS is searching for a new Backpack Program Coordinator(s) for the upcoming 26-27 school year.

Please reach out to us at mcstigerdenpto@gmail.com if you're interested in learning more about these positions!

Made for Mosier Website

https://event.auctria.com/6c7db491-f1aa-4dff-b397-1ff2a868733a/

Mosier Community School is pleased to provide breakfast and lunch to all students at no charge for the 2025–26 school year. Students are required to select a complete meal that meets program requirements in order to receive meals at no cost.

If a student brings a lunch from home and would like to purchase milk, there will be a charge of $0.75.

Please note that any overdue meal account balances will be mailed to families on a monthly basis.

We are grateful to be able to offer this support to our students and families.

Stop by our office to purchase our new MCS SWAG!

Child/Adult Tshirt: $12

Child's Sweatshirt: $25

Adult Crew Sweatshirt: $28

Adult Hooded Sweatshirt: $30 (Navy/gold or Grey/navy)

We have a NEW stock of both adult and child size hooded sweatshirts.

WE LOVE SCHOOL VOLUNTEERS!!!

Volunteers are a very important part of running a successful charter school. There are several ways to help out at Mosier Community School!

Here are just some examples of how you can help support MCS:

Lunchroom helpers – this is a daily need between 10:30am and 12:30pm
Supporting teachers in their classrooms
Skate Night volunteer
After school club helper
Teacher appreciation week
Made for Mosier
End of the year field day and celebration
Teacher wish-lists

We are very grateful to our parent and community volunteers.

Short on time but still want to help?

Ask your child's teacher what is needed in their classroom
Purchase items from a classroom Amazon wish list
Buy a t-shirt to promote school pride!

We can provide these valued activities and programs because of parent and community involvement.

Contact Daphne Flud for more volunteer information: fludd@nwasco.k12.or.us

Please make sure that your volunteer background check is turned in to the office the first month of school. Forms can be found below. We follow the NWCSD Volunteer Guidelines.

Mosier Community Preschool is now accepting registration for the 2025-26 school year. Miss Becca is planning for the 2025-26 school year! They have lots of activities and fun plans in-store for children that are three (3) years old on or before September 1, 2025.

Please contact Miss Becca (rebecca.lindley@nwasco.k12.or.us) to secure your child's spot!