Important Dates

• Tuesday, June 16 - Last day of school, 12:00pm dismissal
• Wednesday, August 26 - First day of school for students
• Tuesday, September 1 - Picture Day!
• Monday, September 7 - Holiday, School Closed

Message From the Principal

As this school year comes to a close, it feels fitting that one of our final school events was the Sixth Grade Celebration. Thursday evening, families, staff, and students gathered to recognize a group of students who have spent years learning, growing, and contributing to the Marion Cross School community. The event itself was a wonderful example of what makes MCS special. It was the result of many people working together to create something meaningful for children.

Even with the summer heat, the evening was filled with joy. We were treated to three outstanding student poems, traditional dances, songs, and the awarding of certificates. One of my favorite moments was seeing so many current and former staff members attend and take part in the congratulatory receiving line. It was a powerful reminder that helping children grow is truly a community effort. The evening concluded with a thoughtful slideshow that captured this group through the years, bringing smiles, laughter, and more than a few tears. It was a perfect way to celebrate their time at MCS.

As I reflect on the year, I am struck by how many moments like this we have shared together. Students have explored the woods on Forest Fridays, performed in concerts, traveled on field trips, participated in school celebrations, taken on new academic challenges, and built friendships that will last well beyond this school year. Day after day, they have shown us what it means to work hard, be kind, and contribute to a community.

I also want to thank our families for the partnership you provide. Schools are at their best when families and educators work together, and I am grateful for the support, encouragement, questions, feedback, and trust that you bring to our school community. While we may not always agree on every issue, the willingness to communicate, share concerns, and work toward solutions is a sign of a healthy and caring community that keeps students at the center of our work.

This is the final Who's Wise Words of the 2025–2026 school year. Thank you for your support throughout the year and for sharing your children with us each day. It has been a wonderful year at Marion Cross School. On behalf of all of us, I wish you a summer filled with family, fun, adventure, and time to recharge. We look forward to welcoming many of you back in the fall.

Have a wonderful weekend,
Shawn

Student Services Update

Report Cards

This year your student’s Report Cards will be sent digitally via email on Tuesday afternoon, June 16th as an attached pdf.  We hope this makes accessing them easier.  If you have any issues, feel free to contact me.

Celebrate

Besides all the wonderful end of the year celebrations including last night’s awesome 6th grade Celebration you may not know the tradition of Hanover High School seniors that went to MCS returning in their caps and gowns.  It is always a highlight and a challenge to recognize the mature faces.

Have an amazing weekend,
Greg