High School Teacher, Dean Thompson, Wins Excellence in Education Award
Congratulations to Mason High School teacher, Dean Thompson! Dean received the Mason Area Chamber of Commerce Excellence in Education Award at the Chamber’s Annual Awards Dinner on March 17.
Dean was nominated by the District to receive this award because of his dedication to Mason students. Dean has worked as a Math Interventionist, Math Teacher, Math Department Chairperson, and he also serves on the Guiding Coalition School Improvement Team.
Mason High School Principal, Lance Delbridge said, “Dean brings knowledge, keen insight, love for students, and a desire to keep getting better at the forefront of his work.”
“Dean is an outstanding educator who gives his best each and every day. He makes a difference in the lives of students inside and outside of the classroom,” added Ronald Drzewicki, Ed.S., Superintendent.
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The proposed bond would be a zero mil increase School Improvement Bond expected to yield approximately $65 million dollars. If approved, the bond would fund major renovations at Mason Middle School, improvements and upgrades to the Mason High School auditorium, and a new transportation facility. It would also support technology enhancements and continued building updates across the district.
Congratulations to the cast and crew of the North Aurelius production of Disney’s Aladdin Kids! The students presented the musical to their fellow students at North Aurelius and took to the stage in the Mason High School Auditorium for a community performance last week. Check out more photos from the production and the video on Facebook.
The project, presented in conjunction with the Wharton Center for the Performing Arts, gave students and staff support and guidance as they rehearsed and perfected the show. Students also had the opportunity to perform with all other participating schools, including Alaiedon Elementary students, at the Wharton Center.
Congratulations to the members of the Mason High School Class of 2025 who have placed in the Top 10% of graduates for academics.
Parents, community members and Mason residents are invited to an Informational Meeting on Monday, May 12 at 6 PM at Mason City Hall to learn more about the proposed 2025 Bond. The meeting will include a 30-minute presentation followed by an open question and answer session. Those interested in learning more about the 2025 Bond recommendations being made to the Board of Education are encouraged to attend the meeting.
By: Dr. Janet Alleman, MPS Instructional Consultant and Professor Emeritus at Michigan State University.
While visiting the United States, four graduate students from South Africa visited the district to learn more about education and learning in our country. The students visited several buildings and engaged in dialogue with students, mental health specialists, teacher coaches, classroom teachers and building leaders.
