McKenzie School District

Exciting News! Our amazing students from Mr. Drake's class recently took part in The Stock Market Game, organized by SIFMA and the Oregon Council on Economic Education. 📊💹 Ema Sewell, Nelli Sullivan, and Joshua Eck clinched the first-place spot, while Brennon Quesada, Allie Myer, and Daryl Larson secured third for middle school teams in the state of Oregon! A huge round of applause to these talented individuals! Your hard work and dedication have truly paid off.

Our superintendent, Lane Tompkins, was honored to meet with Governor Kotek, first lady and staff at a Wildfire Recovery Roundtable. The Governor’s team was checking in on Holiday Farm Fire recovery, successes and challenges, and how the team can ensure the state is best serving fire-affected residents while making sure school district families can return and rebuild in the valley. 📸Brandi Ferguson

📚 Enroll in the Mckenzie After-School Program by Jan. 3! Available for 3rd-8th graders! We offer academic support, arts, science, games, activities, and field trips. 🚌 Transportation is provided on school days, including Fridays. 🍏 Daily snacks, and breakfast & lunch on Fridays. Check your student's backpack for enrollment forms.

December 11th-15th Weekly Newsletter. Check out what's happening at MRCS this week! https://conta.cc/3t5USlx

Monday 12/11 MSBB vs. Mohawk Dismiss Girls at 3:15pm for 4pm game Boys can come to the gym after school is out for their 5:30pm game. Wednesday 12/13 MSBB @ Mapleton Dismiss teams at 1:15pm Leave @ 1:30pm MSGBB @ 4pm MSBBB @ 5:30pm Thursday 12/14 @ Yoncalla Dismiss @ 2:45pm Leave @ 3pm Monday 12/18 GYM WILL BE OPENED @ 3pm since this is WINTER BREAK MSBB vs. Crow MSGBB @ 4pm MSBBB @ 5:30pm

Here’s our latest Classroom Curiosity Segment! Our K-6 students got the chance to celebrate the end of 1st quarter by picking an engaging activity of their choice! Here’s a look at what each class got to do: Ms. Diaz - Cocoa & Story Time Mrs. Peek - Tissue paper turkey art Mrs. ILL - STEM Mrs. Drake - Holiday Card Making Mrs. Harshbarger - Video & Cocoa Mrs. Dagen - Board/Card Games, Snacks Mr. Gosa - Rock Climbing Go Eagles!

We're excited to welcome Breanna Marino-Kohnen as our new social studies teacher at McKenzie! Breanna grew up in a military family and has lived in multiple states across the US. She's one of four siblings and recently graduated with a Master's in Education from The Ohio State University. Breanna says she’s excited to move to Oregon with her partner to be closer to family and explore the beautiful nature. They love going on hikes with their dog, Scout. At home, Scout enjoys the company of their pet tortoise, Carl. Breanna has a passion for history and is excited to meet everyone and join this community. Let's extend a warm welcome to Breanna and make her feel at home!

We could use your help! We are without a K-12 music teacher, and we are hiring! We take great pride in our music education program at McKenzie and hope it can continue for years to come. Please share! Apply here - https://mckenzieschool.tedk12.com/hire/ViewJob.aspx?JobID=125

We are excited to announce our school-wide dress-up days! Come in your coziest attire and pajamas on the 12th and your favorite festive sweater on the 14th to get into the holiday spirit as we approach winter break. Go Eagles!

December 4th- 8th Weekly Newsletter. Check out what's happening at MRCS this week! https://conta.cc/3GoSMjT

This week in sports. Monday, December 4th MSBB @ Fall City Dismiss @ 12:45 Leave @ 1 pm Big Bus Tuesday, December 5th HSBB @ Prospect Dismiss @ 12:45 Leave @ 1pm Big Bus Wednesday, December 6th MSBB @ Triangle Lake Dismiss @ 1:15 pm Leave @ 1:30 pm Big Bus Friday, December 8th HSBB @ Cow Creek Classic Riddle HS Leave @ 12 pm MHS Girls vs Camas Valley @ 3 pm MHS Boys vs Camas Valley @ 4:30 pm Teams are staying at Riddle HS overnight.

Hello MCRS families: A quick reminder that this week we have school on Friday 12/1/23.

November 27th-December 1st Weekly Newsletter. Check out what's happening at MRCS this week! https://conta.cc/47NEEfC

This week in sports! 11/30 Thursday MSGBB vs. Eddyville @ 4 pm Release girls @ 3pm MSBBB vs Eddyville @ 5:30 pm No early release for the boys team is necessary 11/30 Thursday HSGBB @ Mapleton Tournament vs Powers @ 12:30pm Release at 9 am Leave at 9:15 am HSBBB @ Mapleton Tournament vs Fall City @ 5 pm Release at 1:45 pm. Leave at 2 pm 12/1 Friday HSBB @ Mapleton Tournament Times TBD for both Boys and Girls 12/2 Saturday HSBB @ Mapleton Tournament Times TBD for both Boys and Girls

Some of our McKenzie High School seniors visited Corvallis for Oregon State University's Open House with staff members Lacey Joy and Corey Christensen. They also met up with some McKenzie alums who accompanied the group, touring them around campus and showing off their pride for OSU. This field trip gave current students the exciting opportunity to start thinking about the next steps after high school, what they would like to study, and what it means to be a Beaver.

November 20th-21st. Weekly Newsletter. Check out what's happening at MRCS this week! https://conta.cc/46piGP5

This week in sports. A short week! MONDAY & TUESDAY HSBB Practice boys and girls new gym MONDAY NO BOYS MSBB PRACTICE TODAY, Coach is out sick, we will let you know about Tuesday when we have an update. MSGBB in old gym TUESDAY MSBB practice in old gym

As we head into the winter months, our school staff and bus drivers may face weather-related challenges. To stay informed and prepared, we ask that you sign up for our text alerts and review our guidelines for delays and closures in the following video. Click here for more information- https://www.mckenzie.k12.or.us/page/school-closure-information

We are excited to showcase another Classroom Curiosity spotlight! The fourth graders took a trip to visit the Museum of Natural and Cultural History. In class, they have been studying the Native Americans. This field trip allowed students to explore the archaeology of the First Americans and the dynamic cultures of today’s Tribes! Did you know? The Museum of Natural and Cultural History has been in operation since 1935 and houses Oregon's most active archaeological research programs! Visitors can explore the museum’s climate, ecosystems, and landscape exhibits to experience the dynamic forces that shaped Oregon.

Attn McKenzie Families, Tomorrow, Thursday, Nov. 16th, will be a half day. Students will be dismissed at noon, and there will be no activity bus.