Inclusion Every Day!
This school year, Mason Public Schools is happy to launch a new effort called "Inclusion Every Day!" This initiative is all about making sure every student and staff member feels included and valued in our district.
Each month, we will focus on a different topic related to inclusion. In September, we focused on Respect, and for October, we are focusing on Belonging. Throughout this month, teachers and staff will include lessons and activities that help everyone understand how important it is to feel like they belong in our school community. By doing this, we hope to create a strong sense of community where everyone feels connected.
We encourage parents and families to talk about respect and belonging at home, too. When we all work together, we can make Mason Public Schools a welcoming place for everyone.
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Throughout the school year, students and staff will take part in drills to practice the five actions in the Standard Response Protocol (SRP) which was implemented last year. The SRP uses clear, common language to explain five specific actions that can be taken during an emergency. By standardizing the vocabulary, school district officials, staff, students and emergency responders can understand the actions being taken and status of the event.
Drills are an essential part of keeping our school community ready for any situation. By taking part in drills, we:
- Build familiarity and “muscle memory” through regular practice to help students and staff respond calmly and efficiently
- Test current procedures and systems and allow us to evaluate and improve our emergency procedures
- Meet required state safety requirements
- Create confidence through practice. When everyone knows what to do, anxiety decreases and safety increases
Late-start Wednesdays begin on Wednesday, September 2, 2026. All school schedules will begin one hour later than normal following the schedule below. Buses will run one hour later than their usual schedule to pick up students.
- Mason High School: 8:40 a.m. - 2:35 p.m.
- Mason Middle School: 8:40 a.m. - 2:35 p.m.
- Alaiedon, North Aurelius, Steele and Harvey Education Center: 9:40 a.m. - 3:47 p.m.
Mason Public Schools (MPS) has posted signs near sinks and bottle filling stations in school buildings in compliance with Michigan's Filter First law. The signs are part of following the new state law, not because there is, or was, a problem with the drinking water in any MPS buildings.
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!
Mason Public Schools (MPS) Board of Education (BOE) has selected Matt Hall to fill the vacant BOE position. Four individuals, including Hall, were interviewed for the position which will serve through the remainder of the current term and through the next regular school election cycle, ending in 2028. 
