Maple Mustang Round-Up

Dear Maple Families,

It has been a strong start to the week at Maple, and it has been wonderful to see students engaged in learning and reconnecting with routines. As we continue through the school year, we want to highlight the importance of regular school attendance, as consistent time in class supports academic growth, relationships, and a sense of belonging. At the same time, we know many illnesses are going around. As always, our priority is health and safety, and we appreciate families keeping students home when they are not feeling well.

This week, we honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and reflect on the values he championed—treating others fairly, standing up for what is right, and showing kindness, empathy, and respect to all. As we move toward Black History Month in February, we encourage our students to live these values both at school and at home. Students can do this by including others in games and activities, using kind and respectful words, helping a classmate who may be struggling, listening when others are speaking, and showing appreciation for differences. Small actions, practiced daily, make a meaningful impact.

We are excited to introduce our new Office Manager, Emilie Ghafouri, who joined the Maple team over the break. Emilie has already been a wonderful addition to our front office. Be sure to say hello the next time you stop by!

Looking Ahead:

• Enrollment for the 2026–27 school year is now open. Families with incoming students are encouraged to begin the enrollment process.

• Our office is currently scheduling school tours for families interested in enrolling at Maple or applying through school choice. Please help us spread the word to friends, neighbors, and families who may be interested in joining our community.

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Thank you for your continued partnership in supporting our students and helping make Maple a safe, inclusive, and welcoming place for all. We look forward to a meaningful week ahead.

With Mustang Pride,

Meghann O'Weger

January 19- NO SCHOOL: Martin Luther King Jr Day

January 28- Happy Birthday Ms. Sammy!

February 4- PFA General Meeting, 5:30 pm in the MPR

Please consider signing up for Maple Chorus for the spring! We were unable to run a chorus for the fall due to low enrollment and would love to bring this wonderful tradition back to Maple. Spring chorus culminates with the All-District Chorus Festival at the Civic Arts Plaza and is a wonderful experience for all future performers! We hope to have Maple Mustangs there.

In honor of our 5th grade graduates, we have reserved some pages in our yearbook for dedications to these students.

Parents, grandparents, other relatives, and friends have the opportunity to send 1 Congratulation message to your 5th grader. Let them know how proud you are of them and all their hard work!!

Your Yearbook Team are requesting a baby picture and dedication message from family for your 5th grader. The picture and your best wishes message will help say goodbye to elementary school.

What we need from YOU:

1. Baby Picture (Scanned photo at highest quality level)

a. Original files preferred.

b. Please do not crop photos.

c. Please, no photos saved from the Internet.

2. Dedication Message: Come up with your message of pride and love to your child and wishes for them as they leave elementary school to start middle school! This can be in English or Spanish (Max: 200 characters)

Deadline to be included: February 15th

Please submit your 1 picture and 1 message via email: to Mrs. Peterson at yearbookmaple@gmail.com

· Subject Line of Your Email: Include your student’s First and Last name.

· In the body of the email include the dedication message and who it’s from to your child and attach the baby photo to the email.

If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Peterson at yearbookmaple@gmail.com

Please see the following information about e-bike laws, definitions, and safety practices to keep all of our students safe and legally compliant as they ride.

E-Bike Slideshow presented by Thousand Oaks Police Department Traffic Unit

Come be a part of the Maple Parent Faculty Association (PFA), a non-profit booster club that supports fun activities at our school! Click here for more information!

Show off your Mustang pride with spirit wear for the new school year! Click here for our online store.

See below links to our Parent-Family Engagement Compact in both English and Spanish

Maple is looking for school representatives on the following District Advisory Councils and Committees

• District Advisory Council
• African American District Advisory Council
• Gifted and Talented Education District Advisory Council
• LGBTQ+ District Advisory Council

Dear Parents and Guardians,

We are writing to inform you about our most recent topic at Sedac which included the CVUSD Strategic Inclusion Plan for Students with Disabilities, a guide on how students are supported from preschool through post-secondary programs.

This plan reflects our commitment to ensuring that all students, including students with disabilities, have access to high-quality instruction, inclusive learning environments, and the supports they need to succeed academically, socially, and emotionally.

Pleases see attached document for an overview.

Does Your Company Match Donations?

Double the impact of your gift to Maple PFA!

Many companies offer matching gift programs, where they will match your donation dollar-for-dollar, turning your $50 into $100 for Maple students

How it works:

1. Donate to Maple PFA (membership, or general donation)

2. Submit a match request through your employer’s HR portal

3. Your company sends an additional donation — at no cost to you!

Local companies that offer matching gifts include:

• Amgen

• Bank of America

• Disney

• Google

• Kaiser Permanente

• Qualcomm

• Target

• Wells Fargo

(and many more — check with your HR department!)

Your matched donation helps fund PE, Art, Music, Field Trips, Talent Show, and more!

From time to time, individuals or groups in the community will distribute information and advertisements to parents/guardians on the public sidewalks during school arrival or dismissal. This information is not affiliated or endorsed by Maple Elementary school and CVUSD.

Any approved communications (i.e. announcements, fliers) from Maple Elementary school and CVUSD will be provided directly from the school to you via email, or given to your students to take home.

If you ever are unsure whether or not materials are from Maple and CVUSD, please do not hesitate to contact the front office at 805-498-6748.

Maple Elementary and the Conejo Valley Unified School District are dedicated to providing you with transparent information about your child’s education in a timely manner. We want you to feel comfortable addressing your questions. With direct and respectful communication, most issues are resolved at the school level.

Please use this "Where Do I Start?" Communication Guidelines for Parents & Guardians to help address any current or future questions and concerns you may have.

Click here for a Bus application for the 2025-2026 School Year