Mason Minute- May 13, 2026

May 13, 2026

Six Mason High School students had their artwork chosen as winning art entries in the 2026 Congressional Art Competition. Congressman Tom Barrett presented the awards to MHS students last week. Congratulations to the winners: Zoe Wendt, Izzi Millar, Graci Weissling, Ray Roberts, Tessa Himebaugh and Amelia Hixon.

Congratulations to the Class of 2026 seniors who rank in the Top 10% academically in their class. These students' hard work and commitment were celebrated during a breakfast last week.

The 2026 Top 10% are Lukas Barcelow, Anna Bennett, Brayden Carl, Adam Foster, Emanuel Gill, Chloe Grimwood, Kaitlyn Gronowski, Benjamin Kish, Wesley Kowalczyk, Zoriana Kravchenko, Maire Lark, Jenna Lozon, Linus Myers, Brandon Nay, Mikayla Rice, Wesley Rogers, Chloe Showers, Thomas Slezak, Mikylee Smith, Laila Summerlott, Mia Trigo, Addyson Warren, Gracianna Weissling and Elizabeth West.

Looking for summer sports camps? Check out the offerings on the Athletics website and sign up for summer programs.

Students can start their day full and ready to learn by getting breakfast at school! Breakfast is served every day in all MPS buildings and is free to all students. The breakfast schedule for each building is listed below. Breakfast is served in the cafeteria at most buildings, breakfast is served in the gym at the Harvey Education Center. Please contact the Food Services Office at 517.676.6529 with any questions.

• Mason High School: Breakfast served 7 – 7:45 AM
• Mason Middle School: Breakfast served 7:25 – 7:35 AM
• Harvey Education Center: Breakfast served 8:25 – 8:50 AM
• Alaiedon Elementary: Breakfast served 8:30 – 9 AM
• North Aurelius Elementary: Breakfast served: 8:20 – 9 AM
• Steele Elementary: Breakfast served: 8:25 – 8:40 AM

Last week we celebrated National Child Care Staff Appreciation Day!

Thank you to the before and after school caregivers and Summer Kid's Clubhouse staff who make a huge difference in the lives of our families by providing safe, supportive care alongside homework help, activities, summer fun and much more!

Thank you to the before and after school care teams- Ms. Rebecca, Ms. Robin, Ms. Rachael, Ms. Whitney, Mrs. Cantu, Ms. Cathy, Ms. Courtney, Ms. Judy, Ms. Spring, Ms. Denayjah, Ms. Jolene, Ms. Cindy, Ms. Mckenzie and Ms. Patty in the office!

Registration is now open for the 2026–27 FIRST Robotics season for students who will be in kindergarten through eighth grade this fall. Learn more about the Robotics program and register online to be a part of the program.

Pre-K through fifth grade registration

Sixth through eighth grade registration

Get moving this summer by signing up for classes and programs listed in the Summer Enrichment Guide! Registration is now open for all programs, including swim lessons!

Schedule through June 4, 2026

Family Open Swim

• Friday: 7 - 9 PM
• Saturday: 1 - 3 PM
• No swim 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 May 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 May 23
• Monday and Wednesday: 7:15 - 8:45 PM
• No swim May 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, May 14: BOE Meeting, 7 PM

• Monday, May 25: No School, Memorial Day

• Thursday, June 4: Last Day of School (1/2 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.