Mason Middle School Students Win Statewide Writing Award
Five Mason Middle School (MMS) 8th graders were honored for their submissions to the Growing Libraries with Representation project. This project was presented by the Aspiring Educators of Michigan (AEM), a group supported by the Michigan Education Association to help future teachers. Congratulations to the winners, Mckelvy Brown, Miriam Omans, Sophia Le, Hayven Jayne and Maria Sutberry!
“This award means that people care and that they are willing to read and listen to me and it lets me know I should keep writing,” said Le.
The Growing Libraries with Representation project asked students to look closely at their school or classroom library. They had to think about what kinds of voices, stories, or authors were missing—and then write about it.
“It’s really important that they see themselves in books,” said Laura Lewis, MMS teacher English Language Arts teacher. “"Everyone's voice is important, no matter what the topic is."
More than 150 Mason students took part. They completed surveys, wrote letters, and shared personal stories. Five students were chosen for their powerful ideas and strong writing. The project helped students think deeply about why representation in books matters.
“This award means that I can grow up and become a writer, which is something I’ve been really passionate about since I was little, said Jayne.
Each winner received a gift card to Bestsellers Books & Coffee Co. and copies of the books they recommended. Their work will also be featured in an upcoming issue of MEA Voice magazine.
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Those interested in learning more about the 2025 Bond recommendations being made to the Board of Education are encouraged to attend the meeting. The presentation will also be available online after the meeting.
Harvey Education Center will welcome incoming Kindergarteners and their families during Kindergarten Round Up on May 13 and 14. 
Families who have already registered for Kindergarten using the Skyward online enrollment can sign up to attend one of the Kindergarten Round Up events using the Kindergarten Round Up sign up.
Families with children who will be 5 years of age by September 1 who have not already registered for Kindergarten can do in the Skyward system. Please follow the instructions on the Harvey Education Center website.
The 2025-26 School Year Calendar was reviewed and approved by the Mason Board of Education. The first day of school for the 2025-26 school year will be Wednesday, August 20 which will be a half day for all students. The first full day of school is Thursday, August 21.
Don't miss Mason Middle School's annual Evening of the Arts on Thursday, April 10, from 6-9 PM! Students will showcase art in all forms, and the event will include: 
- Performances by the Mason Middle School and Mason High School Band
- Drama performances
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