
May 14, 2026
What an incredible night at the First Annual Technology Showcase at McKenzie River Community School. Our students proudly shared the projects they have been building through...

May 13, 2026
The excitement is growing! Market Night is just two weeks away. It's one of our favorite nights of the year as students in Mr. Culp’s class showcase the businesses they have been...

May 12, 2026
Our fourth graders brought history to life at the Living Wax Museum and did an incredible job stepping into the shoes of important figures from the past. Students impressed visit...

May 11, 2026
Our students had a wonderful time exploring Mt. Pisgah and learning more about botany, local wildlife, and the important role wild plants play in our ecosystem. Students e...

May 8, 2026
This week, we are proud to celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week and recognize the incredible educators who make a difference in the lives of McKenzie students every single day. ...

May 6, 2026
This week, we recognize and celebrate Nurse Appreciation Week and the incredible care provided by McKenzie School District Health Services Coordinator and school nurse, Liz Muzzey...

May 4, 2026
Our first-grade class recently had its SMART reading session, and it was special. A volunteer reader spent time reading with students, and each student had the opportunity to take...

April 28, 2026
Fun Fest was a blast. It is always something our students look forward to and is a special tradition we hold at the end of the 1st and 3rd quarters to celebrate their hard work. S...

April 13, 2026
McKenzie Elementary is pleased to invite incoming Kindergarten students and their families to our Kindergarten Orientation. Students who will be 5 years old by September 1, 2026, ...

March 23, 2026
Now Available: 2026–2027 School Calendar The McKenzie School District 2026–2027 calendar has officially been adopted, and we are excited to share it with you. From the first day...

March 20, 2026
Big moment for McKenzie McKenzie River Community School has officially been recognized as a HEARTSafe School, becoming just the fourth school in Oregon to earn this distinction. ...

March 17, 2026
Classroom Curiosity Our 4th-grade class recently traveled to Salem for a field trip to the Oregon State Capitol. Students explored the historic building, learned how state gov...

March 9, 2026
One of the strengths of a small school community like McKenzie is that learning does not stop when the final bell rings. Our gyms, fields, and classrooms continue to buzz with act...

March 4, 2026
In a small community like McKenzie, we understand that every voice matters. Whether at a school event, a board meeting, or a conversation around town, people care deeply and are ...

March 4, 2026
Classroom Curiosity! Smokey Bear got to meet with our 1st and 4th graders this week! Students learned about wildfire prevention, how to protect our forests, and the important ...

March 2, 2026
Today marks the start of Classified Appreciation Week, and we are excited to celebrate the staff who make McKenzie special. Our classified team supports students, assists teachers...

February 19, 2026
In a small community like McKenzie, we understand that every voice matters. Whether at a school event, a board meeting, or a conversation around town, people care deeply and are w...

February 13, 2026
Classroom curiosity Our 1st graders are exploring how different bird beaks and duck bills work. Through hands-on science activities, they are testing which shapes are best for...

February 12, 2026
National School Breakfast Week at McKenzie is coming soon! Every morning, our students fuel up with a healthy breakfast that helps them focus, stay energized, and start t...

February 12, 2026
Classroom Curiosity Our 4th graders are stepping back in time as they learn about the Oregon Trail. Students have been researching the journey west, building their own covered ...
