Sea Lion Spotlight

Welcome Back MES Families,

We were excited to welcome back all of our Sea Lions today following our time off! I hope all of our families had a wonderful Spring Break and you had a chance to spend some amazing time together making wonderful memories!

We had a busy week right before break with Open House, and the photo collages below capture just a bit of all the activity that was happening! Thank you to our amazing students and teachers for all their work! The students were fantastic "tour guides" as they led family members through the room!

We are wrapping up our Character Counts focus on FAIRNESS this week. As you know, “It’s not fair!” is a phrase we often hear from children! Take a moment to share a scenario with your child(ren) and ask them whether something is fair—and, more importantly, why they think so. These simple conversations can lead to meaningful discussions and deeper understanding.

3rd-5th Grade Parents - Please note that our state testing window is from May 4-May 22 including make up days. Information is below for a parent meeting to learn more about the state testing. Having your students at school on those days makes a SIGNIFICANT difference! Students tend to test much better when they're in their own classroom with their own teacher than in a make up setting. Thank you for making arrangements so that your children can be present on those days!

Consistent attendance is one of the most important factors in a child’s success at school. When students are present each day, they build strong routines, stay connected with their classmates, and fully engage in learning. Even a few missed days can lead to gaps in understanding and make it harder for children to feel confident in class. Thank you also for helping your child arrive at school on time and ready to learn. Your partnership makes such a meaningful difference in their growth and success!

Ms. Sally Wennes

Principal

APRIL

4/13 - Back to School following Spring Break!
4/15 - School Tour (future families) @ 9am - SIGN UP HERE
4/17 - Parent Education regarding state testing for 3rd-5th grade parents (about 30-45 min)

8:30am - In person in the cafeteria
10:00am - Via Zoom - LINK HERE

4/17 - Volunteer Training @ 11am - LINK HERE
4/20-4/24 - Autism Awareness and Acceptance Week (more details to follow during the week!)
4/24 - PTA Sponsored SELFY Event (see flyer below)
4/30 - Talent Show Auditions during lunchtime recess (information below)

25-26 Academic Calendar

25-26 PTA Calendar

Our students in 4th and 5th grade participate in dance during their PE every year. They shared their progress with parents during the week last week! 4th graders performed the African dance and Mexican dances and the African dance particularly brought big smiles to all the kids' faces. 5th graders performed the new dance "Shake the Room," and a hip hop dance. During the 5th grade performance, two students shared what they wrote about their experience with dance as well.

In addition, we had the most amazing Open House and the photos below don't capture it all! :) THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU!

Get ready for our exciting upcoming annual Talent Show filled with creativity, and fun! It will be held on May 29th at 8:50am in the MES Theater!

The Talent Show is open to all students who want to share their unique skills on stage—no experience necessary. Whether it’s comedy sketches, improv, singing, dancing, playing an instrument, or something totally original, everyone is encouraged to participate and have fun! Auditions will be held on April 30th at lunchtime in room 25. (Flyer below for future reference!)

Sea Lion Academy - Final Session for 25-26 - Register NOW!!!

Sea Lion Academy has launched our SPRING session and our enrollment site is now LIVE! Our MES teachers are offering core remediation classes that are sure to sharpen key skills before state testing and end-of-the-year projects! We’re also pumped to bring you exciting enrichment courses taught by local professionals like, Let’s Speak Spanish, Digital Animation, Film Production, Guitar and more! Visit our enrollment site SEA LION ACADEMY SPRING 2526 NOW!! Classes will run from April 17-May 29th. Don’t miss this amazing opportunity to end your child’s year with a BRAIN BOOST before summer! Spaces are limited. Sign up TODAY! Contact Program Coordinator Robyn Estela at restela@smmusd.org with specific questions about our program.

Wednesdays are for Wellness! Every Wednesday, students are invited to visit our STEAM Cart at recess time for hands-on activities that support creativity, problem-solving, and emotional wellness. Each activity aligns directly with the Character Counts pillar of the month — Trustworthiness, Respect, Responsibility, Fairness, Caring, and Citizenship — helping students practice positive character traits through fun, engaging activities. These activities take place either outside at the STEAM Cart or if you don't see us outside - inside the Wellness Center!

Boys & Girls Club

Boys & Girls Club of Malibu (BGCM) is committed to youth and community resilience by providing a supportive and inclusive environment where children can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Through exceptional customer service and impactful after-school programs, we focus on academic success, character development, and health and wellness, catering to the unique needs of Malibu's youth. By addressing the needs of families, we foster a sense of safety, support, and community engagement, promoting a brighter future for all!

BGCM Elementary Camp Bu Summer Camp Enrollment

Click here and see the attached flyer to learn more and enroll in our upcoming BGCM Elementary Summer Program – Camp Bu! (Flyer also shown below for your reference)

Available to incoming TK–5th grade. Enrollment is required to participate.
Where: Webster Elementary (3602 Winter Canyon Rd)
When:

June 22nd through August 7th (Monday - Friday) - Closed July 3rd for holiday

Incoming K-5th: 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Incoming TK (Half-Day Program): 8:30 AM to 1:00 PM

Weekly calendars highlighting our themes and featured activities will be shared in advance.

BGCM Academic Year Enrollment

Click here to learn more and enroll! BGCM is committed to providing a curriculum that will include a variety of activities geared towards fun, educational, and social experiences.

Available to grades TK–5th.
Programs include: Kindness Is Free, Manners Matter, social emotional wellness, STEM based projects, arts & crafts, cooking/gardening, and more!

Programs:

Homework Help

Looking for extra academic support for your child? BGCM provides homework help for all subjects and grade levels on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:00–5:00 PM, helping students stay on track and feel confident with their schoolwork.

Wellness

BGCM Wellness Center provides no-cost mental health counseling and social support services to our school community. Click here to learn more and email wellnessinfo@bgcmalibu.org or call 310-457-0360 ext 60146 to request services for you/your child.

BGCM Long Term Disaster Recovery Services The BGCM Disaster Recovery Center in partnership with The Malibu Community Long Term Recovery Group (MCLTRG) is here to support Franklin and Palisades Fire survivors with long-term recovery services. Our dedicated Care Coordination Team is ready to assist those who qualify with:

Personalized recovery planning: We will collaborate to identify your most pressing current and ongoing needs, creating a recovery plan tailored to your individual situation.
Resource connection: We will help you access the latest available support and resources by assessing your individual needs and connecting you to available resources based on qualifying criteria.
Advocacy: You won't navigate this alone. By understanding community needs, we can advocate for increased financial resources for the community.

To be connected with a Care Coordinator, please email drc@bgcmalibu.org.

MES Minimum Days Schedule / 12:45 Dismissal

June 10
June 11

Student Birthday Parties (from the Parent Handbook)

Such observances must be coordinated with the classroom teacher and should occur after lunch or at the end of the day. Food may be distributed at school. Healthier options should be encouraged. Cakes or very sweet treats (Sugar-based foods) are NOT allowed. All-natural popsicles are the ONLY choice for birthday celebrations. Our SMMUSD Food and Nutrition Services Wellness Policy calls for staff to limit student consumption of sugar at school. No nuts, if there is a peanut allergy in the classroom. Party favors are ok to distribute. Birthday invitations for parties away from school may not be distributed unless every student in the class is invited.