Sea Lion Spotlight

Principal's Wave

Hello MES Families,

THANK YOU to our wonderful volunteers and PTA for a VERY successful Field Day last Friday! Special kudos goes out to Samantha Levangie for leading the charge again this year! We were all exhausted by the end of the day, but with smiles on our faces for such an incredible event! We had volunteers at each station, and the kids had so much fun running, jumping, cycling, and giggling! It was definitely a memorable event for the 25-26 school year!

The 2026 Art Show is happening this Thursday starting at 5:00pm. We hope that you and your family will be able to come and take a look at all the incredible projects our students have done under the leadership of Ms. Nicole! We even have a special connected project which includes art from all of our staff and students combined that will be unveiled! We hope to see you all there to celebrate together!

3rd-5th Grade Parents - Other than make ups, our 3rd and 4th graders are FINISHED with their state testing, and we could not be more proud of the effort that they have shown. Kudos to all of them for their perserverance and positive attitudes! We have 1-2 days left for our 5th graders (Science) along with make ups, and then it's going to be wrapped up for the year! Thank you parents for your encouragement along the way!

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

Calendar of Events

Flyers for events are always posted below! Don't forget to check out the details!

MAY

5/18 - School Tour @ 1pm
5/19 - PTA Member Association Meeting @ 8:30
5/21 - Annual Art Show @ 5pm (flyer below)
5/25 - NO SCHOOL (Memorial Day)
5/29 - Talent Show @ 8:50
5/29 - "Healing & Connection for the Inner Child" Family Event @ 1pm
5/29 - 4th and 5th Grade Music Concert (6pm & 7pm - See flyer below!)
5/29 - Grilled Cheesy Sandwiches! (PTA event)

JUNE

6/9 - 5th Grade Culmination @ 8:30am
6/10 - 5th Grade Field Trip for End of Year
6/10 - MINIMUM DAY - Friday Schedule
6/11 - Last Day of School / Report Cards go home!
6/11 - MINIMUM DAY - Friday Schedule

STATE TESTING DATES (Grades 3-5) - 10:00-11:45am

SCIENCE (Grade 5 only) - May 18-20
Make Up testing will happen on alternate days and times as needed through May.

Important Information & Dates

25-26 Academic Calendar

25-26 PTA Calendar

Library News - End of Year

With the school year coming to an end, the library is requesting all books be returned by the week of May 18th. If your student has an outstanding checkout (including overdue, lost, and damaged books), please resolve them before May 22nd.

Parents/guardians of students with outstanding checkouts will be contacted via e-mail with instructions regarding how to resolve them. If you have any questions, please email the librarian at glabrador@smmusd.org for more information.

Please note: copy replacement is preferred over payment, but either will do! 🙂

Thank you,

Ms. Labrador

Photo Highlights

We have had a chance to celebrate accomplishments from our students and staff this week! Kudos to our Sammy Slip recipients, our 5th grade poets who presented in Malibu, and our own Mrs. Kooy who was recognized by our Optimist Club! We are so very proud of all of you!

In addition, enjoy just SOME of the many photos that were taken during our Field Day!

Talent Show Information

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! Please click HERE for more information regarding auditions and details!

Mental Health Awareness Month Activities

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and at MES we’re reminding students and families that mental health is an important part of overall health 😌.

In the elementary years, children are learning to recognize feelings, ask for help, solve problems, and connect with others in healthy ways. When students feel safe, seen, and supported, we help build a foundation for lifelong well-being.

Our Mental Health & Wellness events in May support that growth by helping students and families build skills and connection.

Our next event is Friday, May 29, from 1–2pm (There is NOT an event this Friday due to the long weekend)

An interactive workshop for families ~ Oshri will be visiting for this session, which looks to be amazing!

Please RSVP at bit.ly/MESwellness. These after-school events are free, open to the whole family, and not drop-off events.

Hope to see you there!

MES PTA Wellness Committee

Rebecca Nelson, M.Ed., M.S., LEP, MES School Psychologist

More Information for Parents

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!

Malibu Library - Did you know that at our local library they don't just have books to check out, but also Tools and Music Instruments? Maybe your child is interested in a musical instrument, but you're unsure about buying one before knowing if they are really going to stick with it - you can check one out from the Malibu Branch! You will need to sign up for a library card before you can check out the item and some items may need to be requested in advance. What a great service!

https://lacountylibrary.org/tools/

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.