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), Head Start, GSRP, Early Childhood Special Education, and Before/After School Care.
2023-2024 Tuition Preschool
Families can pick up paperwork to register for preschool programs at the Child Development Services Office at Harvey Education Center during regular office hours, weekdays from 8 a.m.- 4 p.m. (the office is closed 12:45-1:45 p.m.)
Preschool spaces are filled in order as registration forms and deposits are received. A waitlist will be established for overflow registrations. Please remember programs fill quickly.
Call 517.676.6528 with questions. A $65 registration fee is due at the time of enrollment for all programs, cash or check accepted.
Students may also be eligible for free preschool through Head Start and GSRP. If interested, fill out an application at www.michiganpreschool.org
Announcements
Nut Restricted Classroom Alert
Harvey has nut restricted classrooms. Please, do not send any peanut or tree nut containing products for your child to eat during snack in the classroom. Since lunch is eaten in the cafeteria, your child may bring peanut butter, peanuts, or other nut products for lunch. We appreciate your support.
Shellfish/Fish Restricted Classroom Alert
Harvey has shellfish/fish-restricted classrooms. Please do not send any shellfish/fish-containing products for your child to eat during snacks in the classroom. Since lunch is eaten in the cafeteria, your child may bring shellfish/fish or other nut products for lunch. We appreciate your support
Congratulations to Mason High School Athletic Director Connor Thomas. Mr. Thomas was named as the Region 7 Athletic Director of the Year. Thank you for all that you do for our athletic programs!
The Mason Public Schools (MPS) is excited to offer free breakfast and lunch to all students this year thanks to the Michigan Healthy School Meals Program!
This spring the administration team surprised and recognized 34 teachers and staff members for their dedication and service to the district. This short video captured these milestones! Staff members were celebrated for 20, 25, 30 and 35 years of employment with the Mason Public Schools. Thank you to our teachers and staff, both long standing and new to the district, for your commitment to our students this year!
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Upcoming Events
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6 Dec
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Late Start/PLCDate: Dec 6Calendar: District Calendar
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13 Dec
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Late Start/PLCDate: Dec 13Calendar: District Calendar
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20 Dec
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Late Start/PLCDate: Dec 20Calendar: District Calendar
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25 Dec
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NO SCHOOLDate: Dec 25Calendar: Harvey Center
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25 Decthru Jan 5
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No School/Winter BreakDate: Dec 25 - Jan 5Calendar: District Calendar
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26 Dec
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NO SCHOOLDate: Dec 26Calendar: Harvey Center
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27 Dec
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NO SCHOOLDate: Dec 27Calendar: Harvey Center
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28 Dec
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NO SCHOOLDate: Dec 28Calendar: Harvey Center
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29 Dec
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NO SCHOOLDate: Dec 29Calendar: Harvey Center
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1 Jan
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NO SCHOOLDate: Jan 1Calendar: Harvey Center
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2 Jan
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NO SCHOOLDate: Jan 2Calendar: Harvey Center
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Contact
Address
400 S. Cedar Street
Mason, MI 48854
(517) 676-6528
Fax: (517) 676-6536
Start and Dismissal Times
Full-Day
8:40 a.m. - 3:50 p.m.
Wednesday Delayed Start
9:40 a.m. - 3:50 p.m.
Half Day
8:40 a.m. - 12:07 p.m.