Parking Pass Information 2026/27

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 29th. 

• Complete the 9-12 Grade Student Withdrawal Form 
• Return the completed withdrawal form to your child's school. You may email the form to:  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

Volunteer at Red, Rhythm & Boom
Volunteers of all abilities are needed to help make this event a success! Volunteers ages 14+ are welcome to sign up. Organizations or groups who gather at least ten people to volunteer for a four-hour shift will receive a $200 donation to their organization or group from the City of Mason. 

• Volunteer Sign Up Form 
• Required Volunteer Waiver 

Waivers may be completed and returned via email prior to the event by sending completed forms to (RRB2026@masonoh.org) or they may be filled out on-site upon arrival. Please note that volunteers under the age of 18 must have a parent or guardian signature. Volunteers are encouraged to document their service hours as part of the 250 minutes of community service being offered by the City as part of the America250 celebration in 2026! 

All Your MCS Resources in One Place

Mason City Schools is excited to introduce the new PowerSchool Mobile app for the 2026-2027 year. This new application replaces Mason Connects and HAC, and will provide families with a convenient, one-stop location to access important student information in a simpler and more connected way. By aligning key data systems into one platform, we hope to create an easier and more streamlined experience for staff and families. More information and rollout details will be shared in July. 

Families are encouraged to opt in to receive text messages from Mason City Schools, as well as PowerSchool Mobile app push notifications. These notifications may include critical safety information, school delays or closures, transportation updates, upcoming events, attendance information, and other important district and school communications. Due to FCC regulations, you must proactively subscribe before the district can send text notifications to your mobile device. 

To opt in to PowerSchool/SchoolMessenger text messages, simply text “YES” to 67587.

MHS PTO

We are grateful for your ongoing support! 

• https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=DUD57BFF4LEH6
• https://account.venmo.com/u/MHS-PTO

• Facebook link:  https://www.facebook.com/share/1MXonaBGa9/?mibextid=wwXIfr
• @mhs_pto:  https://www.instagram.com/mhs_pto?igsh=ZzV4M2FqNWZjYWVj

Prevention and Wellness Update

As your child progresses through high school, preparing for life after graduation can be both exciting and overwhelming. To support students during this transition, we are sharing an online guide from our partner, MindPeace, designed to help them plan for what comes next.

Introducing Moving Forward: A Mental Wellness Guide
This guide offers clear, practical tips and tools to help students prepare for life after high school, including:

• Career Exploration: Guides students in identifying their strengths, exploring career options, and preparing for interviews.
• College Preparation: Offers tips on building friendships, managing finances, navigating health care, and developing effective study habits.
• Life Skills: Provides guidance on time management, independent living, and maintaining overall well-being.
• Mental Health Support: Shares strategies for managing stress, accessing support, and staying mentally well during major transitions.

We encourage you to review the guide for Juniors or the guide for Seniors with your student and discuss which sections may be most helpful for them. This resource is designed to support thoughtful, confident decision-making as they plan for the future.

Please call 911 for any emergency situations.
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
Text or call: 988

Mason City Schools SafeSchools Tip Line
Text or call: (513) 972-4910
Email: 1059@alert1.us
Web: https://mason-oh.safeschoolsalert.com/ (use code: 1059)

Psychiatric Intake Response Center (PIRC)
(513) 636-4124
The Psychiatric Intake Response Center (PIRC), located within Cincinnati Children’s, is the admission and evaluation center for all psychiatric services, including the Bridge Clinic.

Urgent Care, Best Point Behavioral Health by The Children’s Home
(513) 527-3040
For children, teens and young adults up to age 21, the urgent care helps those who need immediate social or emotional care not rising to the level of going to the hospital.
Monday-Friday 3:00 pm to 10:00 pm

Mobile Response Stabilization Services (Butler, Clinton, Preble and Warren County)
(513) 785-2160
Families with youth and young adults up to age 22 who are experiencing difficulties or distress can receive assistance within 60 minutes after contacting MRSS. You may also receive up to 45 days of intensive, in-home services and linkage to on-going support. Services provided by the MRSS team may include: safety assessments, de-escalation, peer support, and skill-building, among others.

If you would like more information about mental health and wellness or would like to connect your child with a Cincinnati Children’s Hospital therapist, please check out Resources for Mason Families and reach out to your child’s school counselor or Prevention and Wellness Designer.

MEMORIAL DAY 
Monday, May 25 | All Mason City Schools & District Offices closed
On Memorial Day, our Comet CommUNITY pauses in gratitude and solemn reflection, honoring the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country.

JUNETEENTH FEST
Thursday, June 18 | 5-8PM | Mason High School Small Commons & Bus Circle
Sponsored by MHS BSU & Community Collective Families
Join us as we celebrate Freedom Day - a moment of unity, reflection and joy in celebration of Juneteenth; a day that honors freedom, resilience, and the continued journey toward equity and liberation. Enjoy live music with a DJ, food trucks & vendors, community connection, family fun and a celebration of freedom!

JUNETEENTH
Friday, June 19 | All Mason City Schools & District Offices closed
On Juneteenth, we commemorate the emancipation of enslaved African Americans and reflect on the importance of learning from our history while continuing to build a more inclusive and compassionate future together.

RED, RHYTHM & BOOM
Friday, July 3 | 4-10:30PM | Mason Municipal Campus
Sponsored by the City of Mason
Kids Zone opens at 4 p.m. with access to activities such as a 9-hole putt-putt course, slides and bounce houses, carnival games, a trackless train, and more! Grab dinner, drink or snack at the wide variety of food truck options.  The American Legion Post 194 will sell adult beverages throughout the evening with proceeds benefitting veterans and the Mason Park & Recreation Foundation.  Stage entertainment will kick off at 6 p.m. and will continue throughout the evening until 10 p.m. The event will conclude with a fireworks display and drone show presented by Rozzi’s Famous Fireworks at 10 p.m. The City of Mason encourages the community to come together and join us for this opportunity to celebrate Independence Day, recognize America’s 250th birthday, and showcase the quality of life offered in Mason!

INDEPENDENCE DAY
Saturday, July 4 | All Mason City Schools & District Offices closed on Friday, July 3
As our nation celebrates Independence Day, this year’s observance carries special meaning as America begins commemorating 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Our Comet CommUNITY honors the enduring principles of liberty and justice expressed in our nation’s founding documents, while reflecting with gratitude on the generations who have worked to preserve the freedoms and opportunities we enjoy today, and the responsibilities that “We the People” share as Americans. 

MASON CITY SCHOOLS GUEST TEACHER ACADEMY
Friday, July 17 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Mason High School DREAM Center | Register Now
Are you looking for a meaningful way to give back to your community while maintaining a flexible schedule? Do you have a passion for supporting student success? Mason City Schools is looking for dedicated individuals to join our team as Guest Teachers (substitute teachers). We are hosting an exclusive Guest Teacher Academy to help you get started on this rewarding journey. This session is specifically designed for individuals who are not currently serving as substitute teachers within our district. During this time, we will assist you in obtaining your permit, background check, frontline ID, email address, and completing your onboarding paperwork. 

 

Links

• For all things activities, please visit here
• For all things graduation, please visit here
• SafeSchools tipline