McKenzie School District

McKenzie River Community School is excited to invite families and community members to the First Annual Technology Showcase on Thursday, May 7, from 4:00–5:30 p.m. This speci...

Welcoming Warmth by Owen Young Some days you just need to stop. Whether you just got home from a stressful day or you need a moment to clear your mind and be present, a candle ca...

Every piece at The River Fox is handmade by a McKenzie River student, and there is something here for everyone. Choose from bracelets in a range of colors and widths, or pick up ...

Some of the best friendships start with a small gesture. These handmade friendship bracelets are made with care and built to last. They are soft, comfortable, and perfect for litt...

Art speaks differently to everyone. What do you see when you look at an abstract painting? On Wednesday, May 27th, come down to Market Night and discover handmade abstract art cr...

What if your kid's favorite toy was also safe for the environment? Every dragon, octopus, and fidget starts as a spool of eco-friendly PLA filament. Each piece takes hours to pri...

What an incredible night at the First Annual Technology Showcase at McKenzie River Community School. Our students proudly shared the projects they have been building through...

The excitement is growing! Market Night is just two weeks away. It's one of our favorite nights of the year as students in Mr. Culp’s class showcase the businesses they have been...

Our fourth graders brought history to life at the Living Wax Museum and did an incredible job stepping into the shoes of important figures from the past. Students impressed visit...

Our students had a wonderful time exploring Mt. Pisgah and learning more about botany, local wildlife, and the important role wild plants play in our ecosystem. Students e...

This week, we are proud to celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week and recognize the incredible educators who make a difference in the lives of McKenzie students every single day. ...

This week, we recognize and celebrate Nurse Appreciation Week and the incredible care provided by McKenzie School District Health Services Coordinator and school nurse, Liz Muzzey...

Our first-grade class recently had its SMART reading session, and it was special. A volunteer reader spent time reading with students, and each student had the opportunity to take...

Fun Fest was a blast. It is always something our students look forward to and is a special tradition we hold at the end of the 1st and 3rd quarters to celebrate their hard work. S...

McKenzie Elementary is pleased to invite incoming Kindergarten students and their families to our Kindergarten Orientation. Students who will be 5 years old by September 1, 2026, ...

Now Available: 2026–2027 School Calendar The McKenzie School District 2026–2027 calendar has officially been adopted, and we are excited to share it with you. From the first day...

Big moment for McKenzie McKenzie River Community School has officially been recognized as a HEARTSafe School, becoming just the fourth school in Oregon to earn this distinction. ...

Classroom Curiosity Our 4th-grade class recently traveled to Salem for a field trip to the Oregon State Capitol. Students explored the historic building, learned how state gov...

One of the strengths of a small school community like McKenzie is that learning does not stop when the final bell rings. Our gyms, fields, and classrooms continue to buzz with act...

In a small community like McKenzie, we understand that every voice matters. Whether at a school event, a board meeting, or a conversation around town, people care deeply and are ...