Shoe Drive for Kids Fighting Cancer 👟👢

Hi MRLS Families, Are you planning to do any spring cleaning over break? Consider donating your new or gently worn shoes to support kids fighting cancer! Shoes can be dropped off at any MRLS building through Friday, May 1. Boots, sneakers, cleats... you name it, we'll take it! 🥾

Tuesday, Mar 31 2026

Spring Break & Waiver Day Reminder

🌸  Spring Break & Waiver Day Reminder 🌸 Mad River Local Schools will be closed for  Spring Break from Monday, March 30, 2026, through Friday, April 3, 2026 . 📢 In addition, Monday, April 6, 2026, is a District Waiver Day – there will be  no school for students . Classes will resume on  Tuesday, April 7, 2026 . We hope our students, staff, and families enjoy a safe, restful, and fun break! 💐☀️

Thursday, Mar 26 2026

Save the Date: Kids Fest on April 24, 4-7 PM

Celebrate the Month of the Military Child at Kids Fest on April 24! The event will include STEM activities, an art exhibit, resource fair, and more! Community Programs is hosting an art and photo contest for all the creative kids of Wright Patterson! All artwork will be displayed digitally at Kids Fest. For more information, visit  Wright-Patt Month of the Military Child Art & Photo Contest | Wright-Patterson Air Force Base . [Tuesday, Apr 21 at 9:01 AM] Kids Fest is this Friday, April 24 from 4-7PM at Prairies Youth Center. Don't miss out on all the fun events and activities to continue celebrating the Month of the Military Child!

Monday, Mar 16 2026

No School – District Waiver Day

📢 No School – District Waiver Day There will be no school for students on Tuesday, March 17, 2026 . This is a  District Waiver Day for Mad River Local Schools. On this day, our staff will be engaged in  professional development and training that supports student learning and success. Thank you for your support as we invest in our educators and the future of our students!

Friday, Mar 13 2026

End of 3rd Grading Period – Early Release

📘 End of 3rd Grading Period – Early Release The  third grading period ends on March 13 . ⏰ Students will dismiss  two hours earlier than normal . ✅ Staff will use the afternoon to finalize grades and prepare report cards. Please plan accordingly for transportation and childcare. Thank you for your continued partnership as we enter the final quarter of the school year.

Wednesday, Mar 11 2026

Daylight Saving Time Begins

⏰🌸  Daylight Saving Time Begins 🌸⏰ Don’t forget! Daylight Saving Time begins on Sunday, March 8, 2026. Be sure to set your clocks forward one hour before going to bed tonight. We may lose an hour of sleep, but we gain more daylight to enjoy! ☀️

Saturday, Mar 07 2026

No School – Presidents’ Day ​

No School – Presidents’ Day ​ Mad River Local Schools will be closed on Monday, February 16, in observance of  Presidents’ Day . We hope our students, staff, and families enjoy the long weekend! Classes will resume on  Tuesday, February 17 .

Thursday, Feb 12 2026

Family & Community Celebration - Saturday, Feb. 7

We hope to see you at our Family & Community Celebration this Saturday! You'll have the opportunity to c onnect with community organizations, see our talented student performers, and engage in fun activities for the entire family. Free lunch will be provided.  📆 Saturday, February 7, 2025 ⏰10 a.m.-1 p.m. 📍Mad River Middle School (1801 Harshman Rd.)

Monday, Feb 02 2026

No School – Martin Luther King Jr. Day

✦  No School – Martin Luther King Jr. Day ✦ Mad River Local Schools will be closed on Monday, January 19, in observance of  Martin Luther King Jr. Day . This day serves as a time to honor Dr. King’s legacy of leadership, service, and commitment to equality. ​ Classes will resume on  Tuesday, January 20 .

Thursday, Jan 15 2026

End of 2nd Grading Period – Early Release

📘 End of 2nd Grading Period – Early Release The  second grading period ends on Friday, January 9 . ⏰ Students will dismiss  two hours earlier than normal . ✅ Teachers will use this time to finalize grades and prepare report cards. Please plan accordingly for transportation and childcare. Thank you for your continued support as we wrap up the first semester!

Wednesday, Jan 07 2026