McKenzie School District

Good Evening MRCS families: Our apologies for this information reaching you at such a late hour. Please refer to the bus information provided in this link to determine your students bus time: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1fiFaYG8fJyq4Uulf3jPsgY7_IYbEpoEfE4WPqNBvjWY/edit?usp=sharing If you are still unsure of your specific time, please feel free to call your building office in the morning, secretaries arrive early! Elementary (541) 822-3315 / Middle and High (541) 822-3313.

Our hearts go out to our community today as we reflect on the first anniversary of the Holiday Farm Fire. We know there is a long way to go in our recovery, but we are lucky to be surrounded by wonderful community members committed to seeing the McKenzie Valley come back. We are #Mckenziestrong Click here to watch the video: https://youtu.be/-GOAQSmYyRs

McKenzie Families, Take a look at this important back to school information Click here: https://conta.cc/3BCyWgz

We welcomed back our teachers and staff to campus today! A huge THANK YOU you to The Hope Project for bringing coffee, breakfast and amazing school supplies for each of our teachers. This was the perfect kick-off to our school year as we look to welcome students back safely next week. The Hope Project Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/E3uXCvFOgtc

Middle School Football Families: We will meet this Wednesday, September 1, 2021 at 4 pm in the Old Gym for an informational meeting/practice. If you have any questions, please contact Coach Mike Abrams at (541) 822-3315. Thank you.

Did you know that since 1996 Box Tops for Education (BTFE) fundraising has raised $940,386,700 and counting. BTFE fundraising is easier than ever with their new app! No more clipping, collecting, locating, remembering to send them in. Simply download their app and follow the instructions for taking a picture of your receipt. Watch this YouTube video to see how easy it is, even if you are purchasing items online! https://youtu.be/ZfUGb_3JzZg Make sure to register for your free account here, https://www.boxtops4education.com/Consumer-register-page , so you can choose McKenzie River Elementary School (funds will benefit K-12), 51187 Blue River Dr., Vida, OR 97488. Fun fact, the yellow playground equipment was purchased with Box Tops for Education fundraising! We all have to eat, why not do something amazing for our kids in the process.

Back to school registration is here! Stop by on the 24th or 25th and get a head start on your paperwork, Lane County Public Health will also be holding a vaccination clinic at the same time. Students ages 12 and up are eligible for the vaccine.

Welcome to the team, Seth O'Hare! Seth will be teaching construction for our C.T.E program. Seth says, "Teaching construction skills to the next generation for personal and community enhancement will be the focus of this great program. Students will gain the confidence and ability to elevate their career and life choices, and I am honored to be a part of that process.” Go Eagles!

Good afternoon Middle School Parent/Guardians and Sports Fans! We are excited to offer a SKILLS CAMP to our 6th through 8th grade student athletes for football and volleyball. This will be available starting tomorrow, Thursday, 8/19/2021 and all of next week, Monday through Thursday, 8/23-8/26/2021. Please bring your athlete with athletic shoes, comfortable clothes to move in (PE attire, no tank tops), water bottle, knee pads (if applicable to sport), face mask (required when not in a drill inside a building), and a snack (if needed). Transportation to and from camp is the responsibility of the parent, we encourage carpooling to help if transportation is a burden. Football: 7 am - 10 am, meet at Pagoda/Football field, for player safety there will be no contact during skills camp. Volleyball: 9 am - 12 pm, meet at New Gym, doors will be open by 8:30 am. We are seeking volunteers for all sports seasons and levels of play. Please contact Fred Heins at fred.heins@mckenziesd.org to volunteer. Volunteer paperwork can be located here: https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/510566/Volunteer_Packet_19-20.pdf

Click here https://conta.cc/2VWeKHo for our latest Fall Health and Safety Update. We also have a video from Mr. Tompkins

Attention All High School Student-Athletes and Parents: High school practices for Football and Volleyball started today! Please reach out to Fred Heins @ fred.heins@mckenziesd.org if you would like to play. There are a required number of practices for each sport before an athlete can participate in a contest. First football game is scheduled for 9/3/21 and the first volleyball match is scheduled for 8/31/21 both travel contests. Tuesday practices are doubles: Football = 7 am-10 am and 3 pm-5 pm Volleyball = 9 am-12 pm and 3 pm-5 pm Even if the athlete is waiting on their sports physical they should still be present at practices. Thank you

Come teach with us! We are hiring a preschool teacher! Click here to apply: https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/1459761/preschool_posting_2021.pdf

Hello McKenzie Middle School Parents and fans! We are currently planning on Middle School sports. To make this happen, we are looking for some volunteers to assist with the football and volleyball programs. Those interested in assisting, please contact Athletic Director Fred Heins at fred.heins@mckenziesd.org or leave a message at (541)822-3313. Please email Fred if your student entering 5th through 8th grade is interested in participating with: -Sport selection (Cross Country, *Football or Volleyball) -First and Last Name -Grade -Best contact phone number -Best contact email address *Please note that our league does not allow 5th grade student athletes to participate in Tackle Football. Practices will not start until school begins (usually the second day of school). All student athletes need a current sports physical, sports physicals last two years from the date given. If you are not sure if your student is in need, please contact the office at (541)822-3313. Thank you

Hello MRCS families and Community! Our community partner, the O'Brien Memorial Library, located in Blue River, is looking for input as they plan their rebuild. They have a short survey that will collect some information about what the community would like to see in the library. Please take a moment to fill out the survey, it can be found by following this link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/OBrienMemorialLibrarySurvey7

Hello McKenzie Sports Fans! We are excited to get Fall Sports going and need to know which 9th through 12th-grade student-athletes would like to participate in Cross Country, Football, or Volleyball. If your student will be in one of the grades listed and attending McKenzie River Community School, please email Athletic Director Fred Heins at fred.heins@mckenziesd.org as soon as possible. Please include the sport your athlete would like to participate in, the athlete's first and last name, the grade for the upcoming school year, the best contact phone number, and email address. We need this information to know if we will have enough athletes to have teams. Daily Doubles start Monday, August 16, 2021. Athletes need a current sports physical to practice or play. Sports physicals last two years, contact the office with any questions about physicals (541)822-3313. As we get closer to the start of the school year current Covid-19 guidance at the time will determine Middle School sports.

FREE Summer Welding Camp! Lane Community College is offering a welding camp for middle and high school students this August. Students learn how to Gas Tungsten Arc Weld, how to use a plasma cutter, and how to bend metal. During week two, the same high school students will mentor middle schoolers on the same welding techniques. Click here to register: https://www.lanecc.edu/earlycollege/welding-camp

We are looking for a Middle School Volleyball Coach! Apply here - https://www.mckenzie.k12.or.us/o/mckenzie-school-district/page/jobs--6 Please share.

🏐 Come Coach With Us! We are looking for a Head Coach for Varsity Volleyball. Apply here - https://www.mckenzie.k12.or.us/o/mckenzie-school-district/page/jobs--6

UPDATE: School Resumes In-Person, Full-Time in Fall 2021 McKenzie Families, We will be welcoming students back to school this fall to attend classes on-site full-time, four days a week. The district will not be offering an online option, but we will work with families to help them obtain quality education options. The McKenzie School District will continue to take preventive measures for the health and safety of our students, families and staff. We will update you on additional safety measures soon. Thank you for your continued understanding as we navigate this pandemic. We appreciate your support!

🚌McKenzie School District is hiring! ✅Join our team for the 2021-2022 school year. ✅We need someone who has an excellent driving record. ✅ Apply now and earn a $1,200 hiring bonus!!!💯 Click here to apply: mckenzieschool.tedk12.com/hire