James C. Harvey Education Center
Welcome to Mason Public Schools' Early Childhood Education Elementary and Child Development Services! The Harvey Education Center is home to Mason's Kindergarten students. We are committed to providing excellence in Kindergarten, Preschool, Early Learning (Pre-K), GSRP, Early Childhood Special Education, and Before/After School Care.
Announcements
Allergy Alert
To protect students with severe allergies, Harvey has nut-restricted classrooms and is a seafood/shellfish-free building. Please do not send peanut, tree nut, shellfish or fish products for snacks or classroom activities. Nut products may be brought for lunch only, which is eaten in the cafeteria.
Common items to avoid include Caesar dressing, imitation crab, Worcestershire sauce, and foods made with fish oils. Always check labels.
Thank you for helping us keep all students safe.
First Day of School- August 26, 2026
Wednesday, August 26, 2026, is the first day of school for all students. The first day is a half day following the schedule below. We can't wait to welcome students back for a great school year!
The half day schedule is:
- Harvey Education Center: 8:40 AM - 12:07 PM
- Alaiedon, North Aurelius and Steele Elementary Schools: 8:40 AM - 12:07 PM
- Mason Middle School: 7:40 - 11 AM
- Mason High School: 7:40 - 11 AM
Back-to-School Information in the Mason Minute
The first issue of the Mason Minute for the 2026-27 school year is full of information and updates for back-to-school. Please check the newsletter for answers to questions you may have about the new school year.
Calendar
UPCOMING EVENTS
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2 Sep
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First Late Start WednesdayDate: Sep 2Calendar: Harvey Center
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4 Sep
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No School - Holiday/BreakDate: Sep 4Calendar: Harvey Center
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7 Sep
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No School - Holiday/BreakDate: Sep 7Calendar: Harvey Center
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7 Oct
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Half DayDate: Oct 7Calendar: District Calendar
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9 Oct
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No SchoolDate: Oct 9Calendar: Harvey Center
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No School - Holiday/BreakDate: Oct 9Calendar: District Calendar
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14 Oct
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Student Late StartDate: Oct 14Calendar: District Calendar
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28 Oct
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Student Late StartDate: Oct 28Calendar: District Calendar
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2 Nov
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No School - Teacher Professional DevelopmentDate: Nov 2Calendar: District Calendar
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11 Nov
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Student Late StartDate: Nov 11Calendar: District Calendar
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17 Nov
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Elementary Parent-Teacher Conferences (Evening)Date: Nov 17Calendar: District Calendar
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Highlights
Contact
Address
400 South Cedar Street
Mason, MI 48854
(517) 676-6528
Fax: (517) 833-1085
Start and Dismissal Times
Full-Day
8:40 a.m. - 3:47 p.m.
Wednesday Delayed Start
9:40 a.m. - 3:47 p.m.
Half Day
8:40 a.m. - 12:07 p.m.
Safety Drills 2025-26
| Drill | Date | Time | Person in charge |
| Fire | 5/2/2025 | 9:20 AM | Lauren Fusilier |
| Fire | 5/16/2025 | 9:35 AM | Lauren Fusilier |
| Fire | 5/23/2025 | 9:40 AM | Lauren Fusilier |
| Fire | 6/4/2025 | 9:45 AM | Lauren Fusilier |
| Tornado | 3/19/2025 | 1:30 PM | Angie Vandecar |
| Tornado | 5/20/2025 | 9:35 AM | Lauren Fusilier |
| Security/Safety | 5/1/2025 | 9:20 AM | Lauren Fusilier |
| Security/Safety | 6/2/2025 | 3:15 PM | Lauren Fusilier |
| Security/Safety | 10/1/2025 | 10:15 AM | Angie Vandecar |
| Tornado | 10/8/2025 | 2:30 PM | Angie Vandecar |
| Fire | 10/16/2025 | 2:45 PM | Angie Vandecar |
| Security/Safety | 10/28/2025 | 10: 45 AM | Angie Vandecar |
| Security/Safety | 1/20/2025 | 2:30 PM | Angie Vandecar |
| Security/Safety | 2/4/2026 | 10:00 AM | Chris Groves |
| Tornado | 2/18/2026 | 10:30 AM | Chris Groves |
| Tornado | 3/18/2026 | 1:00 PM | Chris Groves |
| Fire | 5/14/2026 | 1:00 PM | Chris Groves |
| Fire | 5/27/2026 | 12:00 PM | Chris Groves |
Supply List
- 4 Boxes Crayola Crayons
- 24 or more Ticonderoga Pencils
- 12 Skinny Black Expo Markers
- 12 glue sticks · Washable Crayola Markers
- Ziploc Bags (Gallon and Sandwich)
- Kleenex
- Hand Sanitizer (pump)
- Clorox Wipes (3 pack)
- Paper Towel Roll
- Backpack (full size)
- Bag with Change of Clothing
- Headphones (no ear buds)
