To promote a safe, successful, and rigorous academic community for diverse learners.
Vision
To implement research-based learning strategies that are continually adjusted to improve student performance and the instructional program.
To create an environment that has clear, articulated focus for student achievement.
To provide a structured and developmentally appropriate curriculum.
To facilitate the teaching and learning strategies of acquiring, questioning and evaluating.
To promote opportunities for social, emotional and physical growth of every individual.
To provide avenues for students, staff, and parents to explore learning and foster the desire to learn more.
To inspire community involvement through collaboration and responsibility.
To provide professional development for staff that is aligned with Mason's focus and expectations.
Common Agreements
Staff will strive for excellence as they work collaboratively and collegially towards goals set in the district and building initiatives.
Staff will respond to students who need enrichment, providing a rigorous educational opportunity for all students.
Staff will work collaboratively in Professional Learning Communities in an ongoing process to achieve improved results for the students they serve.
Staff are dedicated to becoming instructional leaders in their area of expertise, including identified student models such as Math, Science, and Springboard
Staff are committed to staff, students and parents by using effective communication skills, employing a positive team approach to problem-solving, and striving for a professional learning environment for all.
School attendance is one of the major factors that impacts student progress. There is a direct relationship between a student’s absences and their struggles in school. Attending school every day and being on time are the first steps to school success.
If your child will be arriving at school late or departing early for any reason, please let us know by calling our attendance link at 253-571-7086.
Tops and Bottoms must fully cover the body from approximately mid-thigh to the upper chest and shoulders. Clothing should be opaque (not see-through). Undergarments must be covered. Any graphics or text on clothing must be school-appropriate, avoiding references to substances, violence, or discriminatory messages. Shoes should be athletic style with non-marking soles, closed toes, and secure heel strap.
Physical Education and Sports require athletic style shoes with non-marking soles and clothing that allows for safe movement. *Science labs may require shoes and clothing that covers legs for safety purposes.
Headwear and Accessories
Head Coverings worn for religious, cultural, or medical purposes are welcome. Other headwear should not interfere with clear face visibility or classroom engagement. Accessories should be secure and not pose safety risks during school activities.
Implementation Guidelines
Respectful Enforcement of these guidelines will focus on student education. Staff members will address dress code concerns privately with students, maintaining dignity and respect. Students who need assistance meeting these guidelines will speak with a school representative for support.
If needed, school administrators will make the final determination regarding specific dress code violations. Students are expected to be cooperative whenever their attire is determined inappropriate. Argumentative, hostile, or defiant behavior will be subject to other disciplinary action and progressive consequences.
Dress Code Review – Student leaders will review the dress code in Spring and provide feedback to Mason’s SCDM for suggested revisions each year.
Cell Phones and other electronic devices, including headphones, are allowed in the cafeteria before school and in the cafeteria during lunch times only. If a student brings non-instructional technology, including cell phones and/or headphones, into a class it is a requirement that the device is silenced or turned off, and stored off their person and out of sight in backpacks. Cell phones may also be stored in a teacher provided cell phone parking lot during class, if available. Cellphone cameras may not be used at Mason to take photos or record videos at any time.
