What an amazing journey it has been!
We recently told you how our students were watching the growth of Salmon.
They recently released their baby salmon into the stream near our school. It was a day filled with fun, excitement, and a little emotional as we watched these little ones venture into their new home.
From the beginning, we've been captivated by the transformation of these tiny fish from eggs to hatchlings. Watching their yolk sacs slowly shrink as they grew was truly a remarkable experience. Did you know that these young salmon, now called fry, carry a food supply (a sac of egg yolk) attached to their bellies? They will leave the protection of the gravel once that yolk is used up, which can take 12 weeks or more.
Mrs. Ill says being a part of this process has been incredibly rewarding and humbling. Seeing how our kiddos interacted with the growing salmon and faced the challenges along the way was truly heartwarming.
January 2nd- 6th Weekly Newsletter. Check out what's happening at MRCS this week!
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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