MHS Newsletter
May 16, 2025
A Message from Principal Ben Brown
MHS 2nd Semester Final Exam Schedule
During the last week of the 2nd Semester of school we will run special bell schedules for the week in order to accommodate the Final Exam schedule for MHS Students.
- Final Exam Schedule.
- May 21st is a typical day for students in that it lasts from 7:45-2:30
- Lunch will be served as normal and buses transport students at 2:30pm.
- May 22nd and 23rd exams will conclude at 11:05.
- May 21st is a typical day for students in that it lasts from 7:45-2:30
Here's to completing another school year. 2024-2025, what a memorable year it has been!
Go Comets!
Sincerely,
Ben Brown
Executive Director of High School Experience / Principal
Mason High School
Mason Cracks the Top 25 in National Cyber League Rankings!
We’re thrilled to share that Mason High School has ranked in the Top 25 nationwide in the National Cyber League (NCL) High School Power Rankings!
This is a remarkable accomplishment, especially given that NCL participation was optional this year. With just two official teams and fewer than 10 individual competitors, our students made a powerful impact — earning national recognition for their cybersecurity skills and teamwork.
Schools with larger teams, like Lakota, benefitted from higher participation numbers, which makes Mason’s success even more impressive and gives us a great target for the future.
Thank you for celebrating this milestone with us — and here’s to an even stronger showing next year!
👉 Here's a link to the Power Rankings.
Counselors’ Corner
| Counselor | Last Names |
|---|---|
| Phyllis Bell | A-Bor |
| Tony Affatato | Bos-Dei |
| Linda Dumstorff | Dej-Gre |
| Sami Cunningham | Grf-Kar |
| Michelle Brinkman | Kas-Mans |
| Sally Clark | Mant-Om |
| Megan Pay | On-Sad |
| Katie Hicks | Sae-Td |
| Seth Johnston |
Te-Z |
Role of the School Counselor:
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Assistance with Academic, Career, and Personal Goals
- College and Career Exploration/Planning
- Employment, Military Enlistment, Trade/Technical Training, College/University Enrollment
- Academic Advising and Intervention
- Personal Counseling and/or Referral Services
**Please contact your counselor with questions/concerns at any time - we will reply as soon as possible!**
2025 AP exam information:
Future Planning Resources for Juniors
Parents’ Corner
Final Deadline for Yearbook Orders!
Your last chance to order the 2025 Masonian yearbook is May 23rd! Don't miss this opportunity to relive the countless Mason Moments from this school year! Visit BuyTheMasonHighSchoolYearbook.com to order your copy before it's too late!
Help Make Journey Days a Success: Mason City Schools are planning Journey Days - flexible, meaningful learning experiences for Mason students. We’re looking for families and community members who are interested in hosting job shadows, leading hands-on activities, or sharing service opportunities. If you or your employer might want to be involved, please complete this form.
Moving or changing schools next year? If your child will not be returning to Mason City Schools next school year, please let us know by completing the required withdrawal forms before May 30th.
K-8 Student: Complete the K-8 Grade Student Withdrawal Form 9-12 Student: Complete the 9-12 Grade Student Withdrawal Form
- Return the completed withdrawal form to your child's school. You may email the form to:
MHS (grades 9-12): courtsm@masonohioschools.com - MCS property, including Chromebooks and Chromebook accessories, should be returned at your child's school.
You will receive email confirmation once all documents are verified.
2025-2026 Parking Pass information is now available. Please visit the 2025-2026 Parking Pass FAQs.
MHS PTO
Principal Parking Spot Giveaway!!!!!
Be sure to follow us on Facebook, “Mason High School PTO.”
Mason Moments
Nurses Notes
For updates for the clinic, please click here.
Wellness Moments
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.
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