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Albert & Iola Lee Davis Malvern Elementary School

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McKinney, Texas 75069

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At Malvern, we are kind, curious and brave. We learn, grow and lead together.

Malvern Families,

It was so good to see our Red Hawks back on campus this Friday after the long and unexpected break. Having our scholars back together brought so much life and energy to campus!

As we move into this week, we want to share a few updates around rescheduled events. Our Kindness Challenge will continue as planned, including fun dress-up days and special activities that encourage our scholars to show kindness at school and at home. We love seeing our students live out what it means to be caring, respectful, and kind Red Hawks.

We will also hold our Red Hawk Rally this Friday at 8:15 a.m., where we’ll celebrate our January award winners. Families are always welcome, and I hope you can join us as we recognize our students for their hard work and positive choices.

Please note: Open Gym originally scheduled for Friday, January 31 has been rescheduled to Friday, February 6. Open Gym is open to students in grades 3–5 from 3:40–4:40 p.m. The cost is $5, with snacks and drinks available for $1 each. Completed forms and payment must be turned in by 3:30 p.m. on Wednesday, February 4.

Thank you for your continued support and partnership. We are so glad to have everyone back together.

From campus news to important updates, the Malvern Messenger has you covered!

Proud to be a Red Hawk,

Familias de Malvern,

Fue maravilloso ver a nuestros Red Hawks de regreso en el campus este viernes después del largo e inesperado receso. ¡Tener a nuestros estudiantes de vuelta le dio mucha vida y energía al campus!

Al comenzar esta semana, queremos compartir algunas actualizaciones sobre los eventos reprogramados. Nuestro Desafío de la Amabilidad continuará según lo planeado, incluyendo divertidos días temáticos y actividades especiales que animan a nuestros estudiantes a mostrar amabilidad en la escuela y en casa. Nos encanta ver a nuestros estudiantes demostrar lo que significa ser Red Hawks considerados, respetuosos y amables.

También celebraremos nuestra Reunión de los Red Hawks este viernes a las 8:15 a.m., donde celebraremos a los ganadores de los premios de enero. Las familias siempre son bienvenidas y esperamos que puedan acompañarnos para reconocer a nuestros estudiantes por su arduo trabajo y sus buenas decisiones.

Tenga en cuenta: La sesión de Gimnasia Libre, originalmente programada para el viernes 31 de enero, se ha reprogramado para el viernes 6 de febrero. La Gimnasia Libre está abierta para estudiantes de 3.º a 5.º grado de 3:40 p.m. a 4:40 p.m. El costo es de $5, y habrá bocadillos y bebidas disponibles por $1 cada uno. Los formularios completos y el pago deben entregarse antes de las 3:30 p.m. del miércoles 4 de febrero.

Gracias por su continuo apoyo y colaboración. Nos alegra mucho tenerlos a todos de vuelta.

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

The Texas Education Agency (TEA) has selected Malvern Elementary to participate in a State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness (STAAR) Stand-Alone Field Test Administration. On February 4, 2026 students in 3rd - 5th grade will be administered the STAAR Reading/Language Arts Field Test. The test will be administered online and students will participate in only one test. Selected students will take the Reading Language Arts test in Spanish.

We are incredibly grateful for our wonderful visitors and volunteers who support our scholars and school each day. To ensure a quiet and focused testing environment, our campus will be closed to all visitors and volunteers on Wednesday, February 4, 2026. Thank you for your understanding and continued support as our students work hard to do their very best!

Although last week’s North Texas ice storm kept us out of school for four days, we are ready to jump back in and keep the kindness going! This coming week, we will be completing the activities we missed for The Great Kindness Challenge. We can’t wait to see our students showing kindness, encouraging one another, and helping make our school an even more positive place!

Although last week’s North Texas ice storm kept us out of school for four days, we are ready to jump back in and keep the kindness going! Malvern students are participating in The Great Kindness Challenge and are making heartfelt cards in their classrooms for hospitalized children across the United States. See the website Cards for Hospitalized Kids for more information.

Malvern is excited to have our scholar's participate in The Great Kindness Challenge February 2-6, 2026. We will celebrate each day this week with special dress up days. We look forward to seeing how our scholars will spread kindness on our campus and beyond!

In just 100 days, our scholars have grown in so many ways. From building confidence and character to strengthening skills and friendships, their hard work and perseverance truly shine. We are so proud of how far they’ve come and can’t wait to see all they continue to achieve!

Join in the fun on Tuesday, February 3rd, by dressing as a 100-year-old person!

The Student & Family Information Guide is designed to provide students and families with clear, accurate, and up-to-date information aligned with the district website. The guide will be continuously updated as new information becomes available, while prior information will remain accessible so families can track updates and changes over time.

McKinney ISD is committed to ensuring continuity of services and support. We will continue to partner closely with families, staff, and campus leaders to provide consistent communication, guidance, and care. Together, we will ensure every student experiences a smooth and supportive transition into the 2026–2027 school year.

McKinney ISD is proud to launch the Collegiate Academy of McKinney – a new partnership initiative with Collin College designed to help our students achieve their academic aspirations.

Join McKinney ISD for a parent education event "Parenting in the Digital Generation and Understanding Online Extremists" on March 25, 2026 from 6pm-7:30pm at the Community Events Center, 4201 S. Hardin Blvd., McKinney, Texas 75070.

We'll Talk About:

• 4 big risks for children online
• Conversations parents need to have with children about being online
• Utilizing technology to better protect your children
• Online extremist activities and how they target your children

This event is brought to you by McKinney Police Department and Children's Advocacy Center of Collin County

Who should attend? Parents with students of any age with technology in the home. This is a parent only event. The content is not appropriate for students. Childcare is NOT provided.

It’s that time of year! ❄️ Please take a moment to review MISD’s inclement weather procedures so you know exactly where to find updates when winter weather rolls in. Staying informed keeps everyone safe and prepared!

As January comes to a close, we are wrapping up Habit 5: Seek First to Understand, Then to Be Understood and our character trait, Honesty. Students practiced listening, sharing their feelings respectfully, and telling the truth—even when it’s hard.

Family Tip: Try taking turns talking at home and encourage your child to use “I feel…” statements. Praise honesty to help children feel safe learning from mistakes.

February starts with our Great Kindness Challenge, where students will focus on spreading kindness across campus. Be sure to check the Malvern Newsletter for our fun dress-up days during Kindness Week!

Character Trait: Kindness

This month, students will learn Habit 6: Synergize, which means working together and valuing everyone’s ideas. We’ll connect this with Kindness by practicing teamwork, inclusion, and helping others.

Family Tip: Give your child teamwork jobs at home, talk about everyone’s strengths, and ask, “How did you show kindness today?”

Thank you for partnering with us as we continue building kind leaders at Malvern! 💙

At Malvern, student well-being is a top priority. Throughout the year, our counselor provides age-appropriate lessons that help students recognize “big” feelings, identify trusted adults, and practice coping strategies. Each elementary campus also displays the required “You Are Not Alone” poster so students know support is always available.

Our approach to suicide prevention focuses on helping students:

• Manage their emotions
• Understand that tough moments are temporary
• Notice when someone may need help
• Know who they can trust
• Use healthy coping skills
• Find support when they need it

Thank you for partnering with us to support the emotional health of every Red Hawk. Please review MISD’s Suicide Prevention Parent and Guardian Newsletter by selecting the button below.

• 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 or photo on your telephone 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 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!

Week of February 2 - The Great Kindness Challenge Week

• National School Counselor Week/Fire Drill

February 2 - Wear something sparkly or shiny

• Experience Dyslexia at CEC, 6pm-7:30p

February 4 - Kindness Career Day

• CLOSED CAMPUS - Student Testing

February 5 -Wear a "Be Kind" shirt

February 6 - Show your Red Hawk pride - wear red, white, or blue

• Red Hawk Rally. RSVP here.
• Open Gym - 3:40p-4:40p, grades 3-5
• Crossing Guard Day

February 11 - Progress Reports go home

February 13 - School Resource Officer Appreciation Day

February 16 - NO SCHOOL - Teacher Workday

• Board of Trustees Meeting, CEC 6pm

February 17 - 5th Grade Science Camp Field Trip

February 19 - 3rd Grade Plano Symphony Orchestra Field Trip

March 25 - Parenting Education Event at CEC, 6p-7:30p

Malvern's mission is that we are kind, curious and brave. We learn, grow, and lead together. How are we doing? Let us know here.

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