Mason Minute- September 10, 2025

Celebrating teamwork, inclusion and fun on the field, the Mason Unified Soccer Team and the Mason 2014 Girls Red team took to the field to play one another and then combined to create two unified teams!

Next time you visit Mason High School, make sure to check out the artwork created by the Class of 2026 in their customized parking spaces!

Can't make it to the football game Friday? You can still check out the Bulldogs through an online livestream. Don't miss a minute of the action!

Check out the FREE Family Financial Literacy class hosted by Junior Achievement of Mid-Michigan on Tuesday, September 23, at 5:30 PM at Mason High School. The class is open to students in kindergarten- grade 12 and their families. The class is free to attend but attendees must register online. Space is limited, and enrollment closes Friday, September 19, at 5 PM.

The full Fall Community Education Enrichment Guide is available online. Check out the classes and programs being offered this fall and register online!

This November, a bond proposal will be on the ballot for Mason voters. If approved, the bond would support three key projects. Learn more on the bond website and in the guide to Understanding the Bond Ballot Proposal.

Take Able Eyes Virtual Tours of Mason Middle School, the Mason High School Auditorium and the Transportation Facility to see the areas identified as top priorities by our community survey and Bond Steering Committee.

Virtual tour of Mason Middle School

Virtual tour of the Mason High School Auditorium

Virtual tour of the Transportation Facility

Special thanks to Able Eyes for producing these virtual tours.

Mason Public Schools will celebrate Homecoming 2025 next week! Each school will provide information to families about their planned special events and activities.

The Homecoming Parade is Friday, September 19, beginning at 6 PM at City Hall. The parade will go down Barnes Street and end at Mason High School. Click to enlarge the map showing the parade route. Kickoff of the Homecoming football game is at 7 PM against the Haslett Vikings.

Mason High School will host the Homecoming dance for high schools students only on Saturday, September 20, at 7 PM. If you would like to donate food for the dance, please sign up using the donation form. Thank you for your support!

Football game nights are an exciting time and fans are a great part of the experience. To ensure the health and safety of all spectators in attendance, please review the spectator expectations below with your family before attending home football games.

• No alcohol, drugs, tobacco or vaping on school property.
• All K-8 students must be accompanied and supervised by an adult.
• No horseplay or running around in any part of the stadium, including behind the bleachers.

The Mason Athletic Department and Mason Public Schools encourage fans of all ages to come cheer for their Bulldogs and look forward to seeing you at future events. For up-to-date scheduling information, please visit the Mason Bulldog Athletics website.

Thank you for your cooperation! Go Bulldogs!

Mark you calendars and get your smiles ready for Picture Day! More information and ordering details will be provided by each building.

Mason Middle School: September 16

North Aurelius Elementary: September 16

Mason High School: September 18

Harvey Education Center: September 25 and 26

Steele Elementary: October 2

Alaiedon Elementary: October 6

Join the City of Mason for their annual Open House on Saturday, October 11, from 10 AM - 2 PM. Emergency vehicles and public works equipment will be on display along with kid-friendly activities and resources for residents.

As needed, families should follow the flow of communication outlined in the Chain of Communication to discuss concerns with appropriate staff and administrators in the district.

We promote and foster student advocacy. Please encourage students to use their voices and advocate for their needs and/or concerns through communication channels.

The Aquatic Center will be closed this Friday, September 12 and Saturday, September 13. The rest of the fall aquatics schedule is listed below.

Mason Aquatic Center Fall Community Events (schedule for August 20-December 20, 2025)

Open Swim

• Friday: 7-9 PM
• Saturday: 1-3 PM
• No Open Swim: September 12, 13, 19, 26, 27; October 3, 10, 31; November 28, 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 Water Fitness: October 15; November 26
• Cost: $6 at the door, punch cards are available

Adult Lap Swim (ages 18 and up)

• Tuesday-Friday: 6-7:30 AM
• No Adult Lap Swim: November 26, 27, 28
• Saturday: 7-8:30 AM
• No Adult Lap Swim: September 13, 27; November 29
• Monday and Wednesday: 7:15-8:45 PM
• No Adult Lap Swim: October 15; November 26
• Cost: $5/person or $35 per punch card of 10

Mason Public Schools (MPS) will continue to provide free meals to all students through September 30, 2025. Funding for meals is determined by the State of Michigan School Aid Budget which has not yet been finalized. At this time, we are unsure if meals will continue to be free for all students during the entire 2025-26 school year. We are keeping a close eye on what is happening with the budget and will provide information to families as soon as it becomes available to us.

Please remember to log into Skyward and check your family meal account balances and make deposits as needed. All à la carte purchases, extra main entrees and milk-only purchases will need to be paid for and are not included in the free meal program.

Families are also reminded to please take a moment to complete the 2025-26 Application for Free and Reduced-Price School Meals. This form collects information needed to ensure MPS receives state and federal funding. Completing an application helps to ensure additional funding for the district is available to meet the needs of our students. All information on the application is confidential. Without your assistance in completing and returning the application, MPS cannot maximize the use of available State and Federal funds.

Mark your calendars for upcoming events and activities. A full calendar of district happenings is available on the MPS website.

Homecoming: Friday, September 19

No School: Monday, September 29

Seventh Grade Mystic Lake Trip: October 13 -17

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.