Mustang News
October 11, 2026
Message From the Principals
Week of November 2, 2026
Happy November, Mustang Families!
We have another exciting week ahead at Mission Meadows!
This Thursday, November 5th, we invite all families to join us for our RIASEC Family Night from 5:30–7:00 PM in the MPR. Come enjoy pizza while learning, exploring, and imagining future possibilities together as a family! This interactive evening is a wonderful opportunity to explore different career interests and spark conversations about the future.
I'm also excited for my first Friday Sing since joining the Mission Meadows community! I hope you'll join us on Friday morning at 8:15 AM as we come together to celebrate our amazing Mustangs. As you exit, please take a moment to visit the beautiful Día de los Muertos Ofrenda displayed in our MPR.
Ms. Lara Sims
Principal
Mrs. Carrrie Thompson
Assistant Principal
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Upcoming Events
It's Book Fair Time!
Get ready, Mustangs! Our Scholastic Book Fair is coming November 2–6! Parents can shop with their students after school on Thursday and Friday.
Visit the link below to explore all the Book Fair details and set up a Scholastic eWallet, making it easy and convenient for your student to shop for their favorite books!
We need your help to make the Book Fair a success!
Every student will have the opportunity to visit the Book Fair with their class, and parent volunteers are needed to help students browse and choose their favorite books. Ready to join the fun? Click the button below to sign up!
Movie Night Is Coming to Mission Meadows!
Grab your blankets and get ready for a night of family fun! Mission Meadows PTA is excited to host a FREE Movie Night on Friday, November 13th! Gates open at 5:00 PM, so bring your blankets, low chairs, and a picnic dinner to enjoy an evening under the stars with our Mustang community.
The best part? Our students get to vote on which movie we'll be watching! Keep an eye out for the winning movie announcement, and mark your calendars for a fun-filled night you won't want to miss. We can't wait to see you there!
Help Our STEM Lab
Our STEM Lab is collecting empty cereal boxes for upcoming hands-on learning projects!
If you have any at home, please consider donating them. Donations can be dropped off in our school office.
Thank you for helping our Mustangs create, design, and innovate!
Mark Your Calendars!
No School on Wednesday, November 11th.
Dates to Remember
- November 11th- Veteran's Day/ No School
- November 13th- Family Movie Night
- November 16- 20th: Parent Teacher Conference Week
- November 23- 27th: Thanksgiving Break
- December 4th: Friday Sing
Mustangs in Action
Pumpkin Science & Fall Fun!
Our second graders had a fun-filled week of hands-on learning! Students explored pumpkin science centers, investigating measurement, weight, and more. They topped off their week with a field trip to Bates Nut Farm for some fall fun!
Halloween Fun at Mission Meadows!
Our campus was filled with Halloween fun and excitement this week! Fifth graders from Mrs. Siulua’s class shared a fantastic Halloween poem, while students in our Extensive Needs Program practiced their trick-or-treating skills around campus. We wrapped up the festivities Friday morning with an adorable Monster Mash featuring our TK and Kindergarten students! It was wonderful to see so many families on campus celebrating with us. Thank you for making these moments so special for our Mustangs!
Join us for Family Night
Come Have Dinner & Learn about RIASEC
Come explore, discover, and dream about future possibilities together as a family! Learn how RIASEC helps students discover their unique strengths, interests, and talents while exploring exciting career possibilities. Join us on Thursday, November 5, from 5:30–7:00 PM in the Multi-Purpose Room for a fun evening of learning and exploration!
Stay Connected with Mustang News!
Great communication helps build a strong school community! Our weekly Mission Meadows newsletter is automatically sent to the primary email address listed for each student.
Would you like another family member or caregiver to receive our weekly newsletter? Simply click the link below and complete the form to add an additional email address. We want everyone to stay informed and connected to all the great things happening at Mission Meadows!
Be Part of the Fun! Join the Mission Meadows PTA!
Want to make a difference at Mission Meadows? Join the PTA to be part of something amazing! For just $10, you can become a PTA member and help support the programs (such as field trips, assemblies, etc), activities, and special experiences that make our school community so wonderful. Every membership makes a difference, and 100% of the money raised goes right back to our school to benefit our students! You don't have to volunteer to be a member—your membership alone helps make great things happen. The more members we have, the stronger our Mustang community becomes! Join today, show your Mustang pride, and help us make this school year unforgettable
Join the Mission Meadows PTA Volunteer Team!
Want to Be Part of the Fun?
We love our Mission Meadows volunteers—and we’d love to have you join us!
Whether you have a little time or a lot, volunteering with PTA is a great way to connect with other families, support our students, and help make school events extra special.
Join our PTA WhatsApp Group to stay in the loop on:
- Upcoming school events
- Volunteer opportunities
- Ways to get involved
- All the fun happening at Mission Meadows!
No big commitment required—just jump in whenever you can! Every helping hand makes a difference.
Come be part of the team. We’re better together!
If you have any questions, please email missionmeadowspta@gmail.com .
Contact Our Office
Please do not hesitate to contact us with any questions or concerns. We are here to help in any way we can.
Phone: (760) 630-7884
Hours: 8:00AM-3:30PM
Email:
Registration/General Questions: christinamichel@vistausd.org (front office)
Registration/Health Concerns: Kimberlyholguin@vistausd.org (health/attendance)
General: teenacoletta@vistausd.org (office manager)
Mission Meadows Elementary
Principal: Lara Sims
Assistant Principal: Carrie Thompson
Email: larasims@vistausd.org
Location:5657 Spur Avenue, Oceanside, CA, USA
Phone: 760-630-7884