MI Newsletter
5.16.25
It is always fun to watch the students having fun at the end of the year with their teachers and classmates during field day. Thanks Mrs. Hornbeck and Mrs. Poeppelman for organizing this Mason Moment!
Suessical Kids was a big hit last Thursday and Friday. I can’t be more proud of a group of students and directors! I promised pictures in this week’s newsletter so enjoy!
Congratulations to the AAPI Cup Winners for the 2025-2026 school year
First Place - Ajay Mutyala from Team Venture (middle of picture)
Second Place - Kartika Adidamu from Team Horizon (right side of picture)
Third Place - Vivaan Singh from Team Endeavor (left side of picture)
Mason Middle School Fall Athletic Information for current 6th graders. - Please make sure you check out this link for important information about 7th grade fall athletics.
Congratulations to Adrian Barbecho, Rickey Boddie, Nnamdi Ezello, Patience Byrd, Stefan Miles, CJ Goggin, Nishita Michaelraj and Margherita Pierdona for receiving the Outstanding Recess Character Award. They are being recognized for their sportsmanship, fair play, integrity and willingness to help during recess. They are making a positive difference for others at MI!
Our Asian American and Pacific Islander Spotlight this week is Ajay Bhatt.
Ajay Bhatt is an Indian-born American computer architect who defined and developed several technologies, including USB (Universal Serial Bus) & AGP (Accelerated Graphics Port) that are widely used today.
Moving or not returning next year?
If your child will not be returning to Mason City Schools next school year, you must complete a Student Withdrawal Form. It is okay if you do not know the receiving schools information, just leave it blank. The withdrawal form can be emailed to haskampb@masonohioschools.com, or dropped off at the school. We will process your child's withdrawal from Mason City Schools once the school year has ended and report cards have been processed.
- Your child's Chromebook and charger will need to be returned on their last day of school
- Please return any Library Books to the school
- Any outstanding student fees can be paid online through PaySchools Central or a check sent into school made payable to: Mason Intermediate School
- If you have any lunch money left on your child's account, you may request a refund by sending an email to foodservice@masonohioschools.com Make sure to include an updated mailing address.
- Record requests can be sent to mirecordsrequest@masonohioschools.com.
For questions or assistance, please contact Brenda Haskamp at haskampb@masonohioschools.com or 513-459-2850.
Keep Learning All Summer!
Students can keep building their reading and math skills all summer long with Lexia and DreamBox! These fun, personalized programs are available at home through Clever. [Click here for details and login info.]
Mr. Messer’s “Dad” joke of the week:
Dance like a chicken day was Wednesday, so:
What does a possessed chicken lay? Deviled eggs
Parenting Today's Child - Mental Wellness:
Summer is almost here! As we begin the last week of school, and get ready for summer break, it is a great time to make a summer self-care checklist for you and your child. Ensuring that you give yourself and your child an opportunity to enjoy what the summer season has to offer is a wonderful way to ensure your mental health remains a priority. Small things, such as vegging out on a blanket or hammock outside with a book, compared to inside on the couch, is a great option for investing in your mental health. Taking advantage of local summertime activities throughout the year can be a fun way to get out and do things with those in your community.
While enjoying all the things summer has to offer, remember it is important to keep routines where possible. These routines can help in ensuring everyone in the home is getting enough sleep and able to maintain skills, to allow for ease of future transitions, reducing the stress that transitions inevitably bring.
Special Section Update:
Poke Restaurant Fundraiser - Tuesday May 20th all day
In honor of AAPI month, Poke 96 in Mason (Mason-Montgomery Rd) will donate 10% of sales to the PTO on May 20th! No need to mention the fundraiser or bring in a flyer, just order lunch or dinner and enjoy. Thank you for supporting our PTO!!
PTO Newsletter
Check out what our PTO has been up to this year: Spring Newsletter
6th Grade Celebration - Thursday May 22nd
The PTO will host our final event of the school year to celebrate our 6th graders! They will enjoy inflatables, games, and a cool treat with their classes during the school day. We can’t wait to see them end this year by spending time with their friends and having fun!
Stay in the know about PTO...visit our social media pages:
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Facebook: Mason 3-6 Parent Teacher Organization
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Instagram: @mason36pto
Mason Moments:
The band students sounded great during their brass and woodwind concerts on Monday and Tuesday nights. Thanks Mr. Green and Mr. Fourman for providing feedback and suggestions to the students all year long that help lead to tremendous growth and success. The band has a bright future with these musicians!
Upcoming Events:
MHS CLASS OF 2025 COMMENCEMENT CEREMONY
Sunday, May 18 | 9-11:30 AM |Cintas Center| Live Stream
Congratulations to the Class of 2025!
AAPI COMMUNITY MIRRORS & WINDOWS EXPERIENCE
Monday, May 19 | 6 - 8:00 PM | Mason Intermediate School | Cafeteria
MCS Diversity Council is partnering with the Mason Schools Foundation to celebrate Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month as a part of our CommUNITY Mirrors and Windows series. This event will include a showcase of building activities, music, food sampling, a picture book tasting, a make it/take it art craft, and more!
SCHOOL BOARD MEETING REGULAR SESSION
Tuesday, May 20 |7:00-9:00 PM | MHS Harvard Room | Live Streaming
The Mason City Schools Board of Education holds regular public meetings monthly. These meetings provide the opportunity for the public to observe discussions relating to the business of the district. View Meeting agendas.
STUDENTS LAST DAY OF SCHOOL
Friday, May 23