State Testing – May 19–22
Students in grades 6, 7, 8, and 11 will participate in Smarter Balanced (SBAC) assessments for reading and math.
Grades 8 and 11 will also take science assessments during this time.
These assessments, along with classroom performance, teacher insights, and report card grades, provide a well-rounded picture of each student’s progress and growth.
If you have questions please contact our office. You can find the opt out form for ELA and Math on our district website under Menu, Student Services, Quick Links- 24-25 State Testing Opt-out Form. If you choose to fill it out, please return it to our school on or before May 15th. Thank you!
May 2025 Breakfast & Lunch Menu
Hello, senior families!
Scholarship application deadlines are coming up quickly. Here is the list of scholarship due dates. All applications are available in the College and Career office. You can also return completed applications there.
May 1
Springfield Kiwanis
May 2
Springfield Rotary Club
May 16
Mohawk Valley Grange
Mother's Club
Esther Cowling Memorial
**NEW** Bertha Maples Memorial
May 30
Willamettan's Scholarship
Gentle nudge to our amazing line-up of other local scholarship stewards: If you do not see your information on this list, please send scholarship application information and deadlines to ecox@marcola.k12.or.us
Excited for your future!
Mohawk Middle School PTO is hosting their Spring Fling dance/hangout this Friday the 25th at the Marcola Youth Center from 6 - 8 PM. Theme: Spring Colors! All students will need to be signed in and out by an adult. All school rules and regulations apply. Snacks, drinks, and treats will be provided.
📚✨ It's Scholastic Book Fair time! ✨📚
Join us in the Marcola Schools Media Center for a week full of books, imagination, and fun! Every purchase helps support our school. 🙌
🗓 Book Fair Hours:
📘 Monday, April 21st: 3:00–5:30 PM
📘 Tuesday, April 22nd: 11:00 AM–1:00 PM & 3:00–6:00 PM
📘 Wednesday, April 23rd: 3:00–6:00 PM
📘 Thursday, April 24th: 12:00–6:00 PM
📘 Friday, April 25th: 10:00 AM–12:00 PM
Bring your kids and experience the limitless possibilities a book can bring! 💫📖 #ScholasticBookFair #MarcolaSchools #BookLoversUnite
The Mohawk Athletic Department is thrilled to announce the hiring of two new head coaches for our varsity basketball programs! Please join us in welcoming Tim Yokum as the new Boys Varsity Basketball Head Coach and Anna Binford as the new Girls Varsity Basketball Head Coach. Both bring a passion for the game, a commitment to student-athlete development, and a strong vision for the future of Mohawk basketball. We are incredibly excited about the leadership and energy they will bring to our programs and look forward to an exciting and successful season ahead.
Go Mo!
-James Tharp
Athletic Director
🚸 You're Invited! 🚸
Join us for a Community Engagement Listening Session on Safe Routes to School!
📅 Thursday, April 17th
🕕 6:00 PM
📍 Media Center
We want to hear from YOU! Come share your ideas and concerns to help improve the safety and accessibility of routes to and from school for our students.
Can’t make it? No problem! You can still make your voice heard by filling out our quick survey 👉 https://forms.gle/bSKM8hMCQqbTDuNT8
Let’s work together to build safer, stronger routes for our kids! 💬🛴🚶♂️🚲
#SafeRoutesToSchool #CommunityEngagement #StudentSafety #HaveYourSay
Attention, graduating seniors with plans to continue your education after high school:
Marcola Mother’s Club offers 3 scholarships for students continuing their education, regardless of the level of institution (i.e. 2 year college, 4 year university, trade school):
1. Mother's Club Scholarship: $500
2. Esther Cowling Scholarship Mauney Scholarship: $1500 could be divided among three people,
3. And, new for 2025 – the Bertha Maples Memorial Scholarship: one scholarship for $750.
More Information:
Scholarship applications are due May 16th.
You must complete a separate application for each scholarship!
You will learn about the award at graduation.
Please submit the following to Ms. Libby in the College & Career Office:
1. A letter explaining your need for the scholarship, plans for the future, and some background information, which can include family history and demographics, community service, and information about your attendance record.
2. Include transcript for GPA/merit based information
On Thursday, May 8th, Connected Lane County is hosting a Hiring Fair at Spark at Booth-Kelly in Springfield to connect your students to local job openings in high-wage, high-demand career fields. All companies that apply for a booth have entry-level positions open or projected to be open in June. This event is open to current seniors and all youth 16-24, though job opportunities may be limited for participants under 18.
Date: Thursday, May 8, 2025
Location: Spark at Booth-Kelly, 303 S. 5th St, Springfield, OR 97477
Time: 8:30am departure from Mohawk, 9-10:30 event. Return at 11am.
Seniors: we have 10 spots.
Please connect with Ms. Libby to sign up to attend!
Hello Marcola Families,
Junior Mustangs is offering T-Ball and Coach Pitch for boys and girls in Kinder through 2nd grade. Registration forms were sent home with kids this week. If you did not receive a registration form please stop by either office and fill one out. Registration forms and payments are due by 4/11/25. Please email junior.mustangs@marcola79.com with any questions. GO Mustangs!
April 2025 Breakfast and Lunch Menu
📢 Attention Parents & Community Members!
Join us for a Listening Session on School Finance 101 to learn more about the budget process and how it impacts our schools. This meeting will cover: 💰 School Budget & Governance 🔍 Roles & Responsibilities 📊 Fund Accounting.
🗓 Date: Monday, March 31st
🕒 Time: 5:30 PM
📍 Location: Media Center
We look forward to seeing you there!
Winter athletes please RETURN ALL UNIFORMS, PRACTICE UNIFORMS, SINGLETS AND EQUIPMENT to the main office by Thursday 3/20. Thank you!
Hello, Mohawk families of Sophomores and Juniors! Reaching out with information on the upcoming Pre-ACT and ACT testing day, 4-9-25. ACT testing will occur 8 AM - noon, and Pre-ACT testing is scheduled to begin just after lunch that same afternoon, running from noon-4. We will be distributing informational packets to students right after we return from Spring Break. Please be on the lookout for those.
You can also reach out to our Student Services Director, Linda Brecht-Kwirant, or Ms. Libby with any questions.
Looking forward to supporting our Mohawks' continued success on this important day!
Hello, Mohawk families of 10th and 11th grade students.
Reminder: Mohawk High School will proctor both the Pre-ACT exams (for 10th grade) and the ACT exams (for 11th grade) on Wednesday, April 9th.
Kind regards,
Mohawk HS College and Career Team
Attention seniors heading to community college and trade school!
The Springfield Club of Kiwanis is offering up to $2000 in scholarships, minimum of $500 each, eligible to a graduating student from our high school, among other local schools. To apply, you'll need to write an essay with specific details.
Contact Ms. Libby in the College & Career Center for detailed information.
Due May 1st.
March 2025 Breakfast & Lunch Menu
Parents, want a fun night out while supporting Mohawk FFA?! Mohawk FFA Alumni auction and dinner on Saturday 3/15 at Pine Ridge Golf Club. A fun time while supporting a great cause! Scan the QR code to save your spot. See you there!
Due to weather conditions Marcola School District will be closed today.
Stay warm!
Senior night varsity basketball games have been rescheduled to Saturday 2/15 due to expected winter weather. Varsity girls now play at 5pm, and varsity boys play at 6:30pm on Saturday 2/15.
MS games today are still on as scheduled.
