Hello McKenzie Families: We are happy to announce the return of regular bus routes beginning Monday 9/23/24. Please log on to the McKenzie websites Transportation page to review your Down River, Mid River and Up River routes.
Hello McKenzie Families,
This is a friendly reminder that school is dismissed at 2:54 today for our weekly Early Release Thursday. Both our After School Bus and our Activity bus will arrive one hour earlier to their stops.
Join us for our Open House Thursday, Oct. 10, from 5:00-6:30 p.m.
We can't wait to see you there!
Looking to boost our school community? Consider volunteering at McKenzie!
From classroom support to transportation, serving as event staff, or coaching K-5 students, there’s a place for you.
For more information, visit the front office for a volunteer packet or check out our website. Background checks are required for new volunteers. Returners must sign a yearly agreement but don't need to fill out a packet.
If you are a new volunteer, packets take six weeks to process. Get one in soon so you can inspire our next generation of Eagles to soar!
Join us Wednesday, Sep. 18, for our school board meeting!
Meetings will be livestreamed. Viewing available at: https://www.youtube.com/@mckenzieschooldistrict6756/streams.
Submit Public Comments to public.comment@mckenziesd.org.
Comments submitted before noon on September 17 will be presented to the Board for review and submission to the meeting minutes.
This Week in Sports!
9/16 MS Volleyball 4:30 p.m. Home vs Mohawk
9/17 VHS Volleyball 6:00 p.m. Home vs. Alsea
9/18 MS Volleyball & Football 4:30/5:00 p.m @ Siletz Valley
9/19 VHS Volleyball 6:00 p.m. Home vs Eddyville Charter
9/20 VHS Football 7:00 p.m. @ Crow
9/20-21 MS/HS Cross Country 1:00 p.m. @ Three Course Challenge, Seaside, OR
This Week in Sports!
9/9 VHS Volleyball 6 p.m. @ Crow
9/11 MS/HS Cross Country 4:30 p.m. @ Acorn Gulley Chase, Oakland, OR
9/12 VHS Volleyball 5:30 p.m. @ Siletz Valley
9/13 VHS Football 7 p.m. Home vs. Days Creek
We hope everyone had a great first day back to school.
It was great seeing all of the smiling faces.
We wanted to update you that you will receive a newsletter from our team at the start of each week highlighting key dates, the lunch menu, and information about sporting events.
Click here for our latest email: https://conta.cc/3XgDcPh
Thank you to The Hope Project for setting our teachers up for success this year.
Our teachers were able to load up on so many supplies!
We are excited to welcome students back next week!
An email also went out to families here - https://conta.cc/3YUtQet
Please contact the district office if you aren't on our mailing list.
Are you looking to connect with fellow Eagles, teachers, and families? Join us for our Back-to-School Meet the Teachers event on August 29th from 4:30-6:00 p.m. in the Old Gym!
From 5:15 to 6:00 p.m., elementary students will have the chance to check out their classrooms for the upcoming year, while middle and high school students can scope out their lockers and converse with teachers. A light dinner will also be served.
Come ready to celebrate the commencement of a new school year. We can’t wait to see you there!
Go, Eagles.
It’s that time of year again!
Join us on August 12th and 13th from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. for registration at McKenzie. Be sure to bring any questions and all the enthusiasm as we gear up for another incredible school year!
Are you looking to get a jumpstart? Visit https://www.mckenzie.k12.or.us/page/student-enrollment for more information. We still highly encourage all parents and families to attend in-person registration.
See you there—Go Eagles!
Preschool registration at McKenzie Little Eagles Childcare Center is now open for children ages 3-5! Contact us to learn more about enrolling and completing a registration packet.
📞 541-854-5220
📧 little.eagles@mckenziesd.org
Families are encouraged to apply for Preschool Promise, a program that provides free, full-time preschool programming. Learn more and apply now on the Early Childhood Hub of Lane County website: https://www.earlychildhoodlane.org/preschool-promise
Do you have a 3rd-12th grade Eagle interested in diving into the world of sports? Look into our McKenzie Sports Clinic!
Join us August 19th-22nd from 8:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m., where students will learn the fundamentals of football, basketball, and softball. Students will also run through drills, scrimmage, and apply what they have learned.
Transportation from home to school will be provided daily, and breakfast and lunch will also be served.
Space is limited, so secure your spot with Lacey Joy at lacey.joy@mckenziesd.org or Lindsie Cline at lindsie.cline@mckenziesd.org. For additional information, call (541) 822-3315.
Registration closes August 12th. We can’t wait to see you at camp!
August marks Summer drawing to a close. It also means some important dates on are the horizon.
Read the latest edition of From Mr. Tompkins' Desk here:
https://superintendenttompkins.blogspot.com
He shares important upcoming events as well as ways to listen to his new podcast.
Go Eagles!
Hello MRCS Athletic Families: Moratorium week is now over. If your student has signed up for Football or is interested in signing up for Football, please join us for our upcoming Football Camps;
Monday 7/29-8/1 @ 5:30-7pm
Monday 8/5-8/5 @ 5:30-7
Monday 8/12-8/15 @ TBD
Transportation is not provided.
Check out this piece from KEZI about the Ore Fire and how the Blue River community is supporting those fighting fires.
We are grateful McKenzie can provide a home base for firefighters at this time as they continue to keep us safe!
https://www.kezi.com/news/ore-fire-challenging-fire-crews-with-steep-terrain-and-fire-fuels/article_eee2b032-4894-11ef-a18e-43eff1a2d04e.html
We know many of you are worried about the wildfires in our area.
McKenzie has always opened its doors to those in need. We are currently a host to the Northwest Incident Management Team 10's Incident Command as they coordinate fire suppression activities.
We are grateful for firefighters, both local and from afar, who always step up to keep our community safe.
While fire operations are on campus, our summer food program will be suspended.
Leave a note of thanks to our firefighters in the captions below!
**Wildfire Mental Health Support Available**
McKenzie Families,
I hope you’re enjoying your summer!
We’re reaching out with an update as we face another wildfire situation.
The Ore Fire is burning near USFS Road 15 above Blue River Reservoir. We are grateful for the fire personnel who are working to fight the fire and keep our community safe.
While the fire is some distance from most of our river communities, the smoke and fire can cause strong feelings of anxiety.
If you, your student, or anyone in our community is struggling with anxiety because of the fire in our area and may benefit from support, please don’t hesitate to contact Niki Jones at niki.jones@mckenziesd.org or 541-822-3338. We are here to connect you with the support you need.
We are working hard over the summer to welcome your students back this fall. Mark your calendars for registration on August 12th and 13th from 9 am to 3 pm and the first day of school, September 3rd.
Enjoy the rest of your summer, and we look forward to seeing you soon!