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Albert & Iola Lee Davis Malvern Elementary School
1100 Eldorado Parkway
McKinney, Texas 75069
469-302-5300 telephone
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Malvern's Mission Statement
At Malvern, we are kind, curious and brave. We learn, grow and lead together.
🍎 Principal News 🍎
Malvern Families,
We hope you had a wonderful Fall Break and enjoyed connecting with your child’s teacher during parent conferences. If you weren’t able to schedule a conference yet, you will have another opportunity on January 5th. In the meantime, please do not hesitate to stay connected with your child’s teacher through email because strong communication between home and school makes a big difference.
Join us for our annual Trunk or Treat this Thursday from 5:30–6:30 p.m. It’s always a fun evening to spend time with friends, family, and Malvern staff. We look forward to seeing all of our Red Hawks in their festive costumes!
Next week, we’ll celebrate Red Ribbon Week with the theme “Life is a Puzzle - Solve It Drug Free!” We have a full week of dress-up days and activities planned from October 27th–31st to promote healthy choices and school spirit.
There’s still time to participate in our October Reading Challenge! There’s no better time to dive into a good book. Stop by the Learning Commons to pick out something new to enjoy. Read on, Red Hawks.
Let’s make this an amazing second quarter!
From campus news to important updates, the Malvern Messenger has you covered!
Proud to be a Red Hawk,
Inetra Nelson, Principal & Melinna Herrera, Assistant Principal
Familias de Malvern,
Esperamos que hayan tenido unas maravillosas vacaciones de otoño y que hayan disfrutado de la comunicación con el maestro de su hijo durante las reuniones de padres. Si aún no pudieron programar una reunión, tendrán otra oportunidad el 5 de enero. Mientras tanto, no duden en mantenerse en contacto con el maestro de su hijo por correo electrónico, ya que una buena comunicación entre el hogar y la escuela marca una gran diferencia.
Acompáñennos a nuestro Trunk or Treat anual este Jueves de 5:30 a 6:30 p. m. Siempre es una noche divertida para pasar tiempo con amigos, familiares y el personal de Malvern. ¡Esperamos ver a todos nuestros Halcones Rojos con sus disfraces festivos!
La prĂłxima semana celebraremos la Semana del ListĂłn Rojo con el tema "¡La vida es un rompecabezas: resuĂ©lvelo sin drogas!". Tenemos una semana completa de disfraces y actividades planeadas del 27 al 31 de octubre para promover las opciones saludables y el espĂritu escolar.
¡TodavĂa hay tiempo para participar en nuestro Reto de Lectura de Octubre! No hay mejor momento para sumergirse en un buen libro. Visita el Centro de Aprendizaje para elegir algo nuevo que disfrutar. ¡Sigan leyendo, Red Hawks!
¡Hagamos de este un segundo trimestre increĂble!
Desde noticias del campus hasta actualizaciones importantes, ¡el Malvern Messenger lo tiene cubierto!
Orgullosos de ser un Red Hawk,
Inetra Nelson, Directora y Melinna Herrera, Subdirectora
THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT
A huge thank you to all of our families for supporting our recent fundraiser! Your participation helps make a big difference for our students and school programs. Fundraiser items are scheduled to arrive Monday, October 27, and we’ll share specific pick-up details as the date gets closer. We appreciate your continued support and can’t wait to see the results of your hard work!
Educational Facilities Alignment Committee Community Feedback
McKinney ISD invites parents and community members to attend a Community Input Night on October 21, 2025, at the McKinney ISD Community Event Center.
This event provides an opportunity for McKinney ISD stakeholders to ask questions and share feedback with district administration. Input gathered during this session will be shared with the Education Facilities Alignment Committee (EFAC) as part of their ongoing work related to facility rezoning and repurposing.
Superintendent Shawn Pratt and Dr. Dennis Womack will present a brief 15–20 minute overview at the start of two come-and-go sessions offered at 6–7 p.m. and 7–8 p.m.
Following the presentation, attendees may visit information stations staffed by MISD administrators to ask questions and provide feedback. Community members are encouraged to attend the session time that best fits their schedule.
Event Details
- Date: Tuesday, October 21, 2025
- Time: Choose one session – 6 p.m. or 7 p.m.
Location: McKinney ISD Community Event Center
4201 S. Hardin Blvd., McKinney, TX 75070
For more information about the EFAC committee, please visit www.mckinneyisd.net/page/efac.
Angel Tree Drive
Library News
Exciting October Events at Malvern Elementary
Fall is in the air at Malvern Elementary, and our Red Hawks have some exciting opportunities to look forward to this October!
First up is our October Reading Challenge. Each student will be bringing home a challenge page in their red folder, full of fun activities designed to spark a love of reading. We encourage families to work together to complete as many of the challenges as possible throughout the month. Completed pages should be returned to the library by Friday, November 3rd. Students who participate will have the chance to win some exciting prizes!
One special part of the challenge is our Storybook Pumpkin Patch. Students are invited to decorate a pumpkin based on a favorite book or book character. These creative pumpkins will be displayed in the library, transforming it into a colorful and imaginative patch for everyone to enjoy. Learn more!
We can’t wait to see our Red Hawks dive into reading and share their creativity this October!
October Counseling Focus
This month in counseling, we are building on September’s lessons and introducing new skills to help students grow as leaders and learners.
- Character Trait: Responsibility
- Students are learning what it means to be responsible—taking ownership of their choices, completing tasks, and being dependable at school and at home.
Conflict Resolution & Problem Solving
We are practicing peaceful ways to solve problems with peers, including listening, using kind words, and working together to find solutions.
Review of Self-Regulation & Coping Skills
We will continue practicing strategies such as deep breathing, positive self-talk, and taking a break to manage big emotions.
Review of Respect
Students will revisit the importance of showing respect to themselves, others, and their school environment.
đź’ˇ At home tip: Ask your child how they can show responsibility this week. Encourage them to share how they solved a problem respectfully or used a coping skill to calm down.
🌟Parent Resource Spotlight🌟
Anxious Generation Book Study
Monday October 27th, 2025
English at MBHS 4:30-5:30
**NEW***Spanish at Finch Elementary 4:30-5:30 (this is not included in the previous video, but please let your Spanish speaking families know of this opportunity!
Night at the Ranch
Saturday November 1st, 2025
*new time* 5:00-7:00PM
Parent Café
Monday November 3rd, 2025 5:30-7PM
McGowen Elementary School
Parenting Cafe
You're Invited Parenting Cafe English Spanish
Sign up here
RED RIBBON WEEK IS COMING!
Malvern's Annual TRUNK OR TREAT
We hope you and your family will join us on Thursday, October 23rd from 5:30p to 6:30p for our annual Trunk or Treat in the East parking lot!
Visitors and Volunteers
MISD requires every visitor/volunteer to report to the office to sign in and receive a visitor badge. At the camera outside of the school, please state your name, show your ID, and explain why you are here at school.
A software system called “Hallpass School Visitor Management” is used to scan in visitors. A valid, unexpired state or government issued photo ID must be presented each time you visit, volunteer, or pick up a student. If you arrive on campus without your driver’s license, you will be asked to leave and return to campus when you have identification. A photocopy of your ID will not be accepted.
MISD requires that volunteers complete a criminal background check every school year. If you plan to volunteer anywhere in the building or chaperone a field trip, please complete the required volunteer application.
MISD will not offer a grace period this school year for you to complete your annual background check. All background checks must be completed and approved before you can serve on campus.
Hawk Squad Call to Action
Hawk Squad is a fun, high-energy volunteer program where we welcome students each morning with high fives, compliments, positivity, and enthusiasm as they head into class! Getting started is simple—just complete the standard MISD volunteer background check and fill out the form linked here. (Please note: by completing this form you are giving your personal information to a Malvern parent.)
In addition to morning greetings, we also help out at various school events throughout the year. Our goal is to grow Hawk Squad into a strong and lasting tradition—and we’d love for you to be a part of it!
Active members will have the opportunity to purchase an exclusive, custom Hawk Squad t-shirt to wear and keep.
We welcome everyone—dads, moms, grandparents, and more! If you're ready to have fun and make a difference, sign up and join the squad. We can’t wait to meet you!
Activities Around the District
Lady Broncos Basketball presents JR. BRONCOS! Join the Junior Bronco club! MISD students from Pre-K through 8th grade have the opportunity to adopt and hangout with one of our own Varsity Lady Broncos players for the 2025-2026 season.
Register by November 25, 2025. Fee: $75. Jr. Bronco Night - December 5th.
Join the MNHS NorthStars for a day full of dance! Campers will get a snack, t-shirt, and learn two routines - as well as performance opportunity at the Bulldogs Football Game on October 10th!
The 11th Annual Running of the Bulldogs! October 25, 2025.
October is National Principal's Month
October 20 - Report Cards go home
MISD School Board Meeting - 6pm
October 21 - Educational Facilities Alignment Committee Community Feedback - 6:30p
October 23 - Malvern's Trunk or Treat 5:30p-6:30p
Week of October 27 - 31 - Red Ribbon Week
- Monday - Wear Red
- Tuesday - Dress as a Super Hero
- Wednesday - Wear PJs
- Thursday - Wear Crazy Socks
- Friday - Dress as your favorite book character
October 31 - Red Hawk Rally
Week of November 2 - Fire Drill
November 3 - Parent Cafe at McGowen Elementary School - 5:30p-7p
November 7 - Veteran's Day Assembly
November 12 - Spirit Night at Scotty P's
December 2 - Educational Facilities Alignment Committee Community Feedback - 6:30p
Grade Level Newsletters
Information regarding bussing with Durham Transportation
We Want to Hear From YOU!
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