The Austin Buzz November 2026

Happy November to our wonderful parents and families! 🍂 We hope this month brings you lots of joy, laughter, and special moments together. We are so excited to finally have our brand-new gym and can't wait to enjoy all the activities, events, and celebrations this beautiful space will allow us to share with our students, families, and community. Thank you for your continued support and for being such an important part of our school family. We have so much to look forward to this month! 🐝❤️

With appreciation,
Mrs. Terry

Click each menu to download our November breakfast and lunch menus.

• November 3rd - Virtual/Distance Learning Day - No Students on Campus
• November 4th - Santa Pictures (prepaid only)
• November 5th - Reading Takes Flight Literacy Night for Families & Community
• November 6th - Kona Ice
• November 10th - Spirit Night @Texas Roadhouse
• November 11th - Veteran's Day - No School
• November 12th - Thanksgiving Lunch
• November 20th - Alabama/Auburn Day
• November 23rd - 27th - Thanksgiving Break
• December 3rd - Spirit Night @Jason's Deli
• December 4th - Kona Ice
• December 18th - Class Christmas Parties
• December 21st - January 1st - Winter Break
• January 4th - Teacher Work Day - No Students on Campus

On Wednesday, November 4th, students will have the opportunity to take Santa pictures. Students may come dressed in holiday attire with school appropriate shoes. If you would like to have siblings take their picture together, please indicate that on their picture envelope. If you pay online, you MUST send in the completed envelope with the Confirmation order ID number written on the envelope.

The Mary B. Store is always available for you to view and purchase items! Purchase your items now to ensure your student is prepared for the new school year! To purchase online, visit https://mbaustin.givebacks.com/

🛼 Skate Night at Sunshine Skate Center

Take a break from Thanksgiving festivities and join MBA families and friends for Skate Night on November 23, 6–8 p.m., at Sunshine Skate Center (950 Hillcrest Rd)! Admission is $8 and includes skate rental. Proceeds support PTA programs and school needs. Keep an eye out for the fun theme! And save the date for our next Skate Night on December 28!

🎨 PTA Art Program Committee Meeting

We want your input! Join us Thursday, November 12, at 5:30 p.m. (location TBD) to share ideas and help shape the future and sustainability of MBA’s PTA art program. Interested in participating? Email marybaustinvolunteer@gmail.com to be included.

🐝 Spirit Store Updates

Adult preorders for zip fleece jackets and short- and long-sleeve cotton shirts are open through Tuesday, November 3—get your order in before they close! We also have clear water bottles (because we know how often those disappear!) and a fresh restock of navy headbands and earrings. Shop while supplies last!

Questions? Concerns? Want to get involved? Reach out to

marybaustinvolunteer@gmail.com

This year, we’re bringing new energy to our ROOTS to SUCCESS motto by helping students grow in a different character skill each month. Students explore these skills through classroom counseling lessons, schoolwide conversations and activities, and our monthly ROOTS Challenge.

Big Idea: When things get hard, we keep going.

This month, we’re helping students understand that perseverance means continuing to work through challenges—even when something feels difficult, frustrating, or doesn’t work the first time. Students will practice using strategies, asking for help when needed, and remembering that effort helps us grow.

ROOTS Challenge: KEEP GOING

Challenge yourself to keep trying when something feels hard instead of giving up.

This month, be on the lookout for our new ROOTS @ Home guide with practical tips and simple strategies to help grow PERSEVERANCE and strengthen learning habits at home.

Get ready for a fun-filled evening of books, learning, family, and community! Join us for Reading Takes Flight: Literacy Night for Families on Thursday, November 5th, from 5:30-7:30 PM in our New Gymnasium! Families can enjoy literacy activities, connect with community partners, gain a greater insight about the Alabama Literacy Act, and more! Food provided by PTA - quantities are limited, so be sure to scan the QR code on the flyer to RSVP! We cannot wait to see all the places reading can take us!

November is full of opportunities to make math part of your everyday routine! Our November Numeracy Calendar is filled with fun, simple activities to help young learners build number sense, strengthen counting skills, and develop a love for math. From counting and sorting to recognizing numbers and finding patterns, these little moments can make a big difference! Try a few activities and enjoy learning math together as a family

With first quarter behind us and second quarter well underway, there is so much to celebrate! Our students have worked hard, learned new things, built friendships, overcome challenges, and grown in ways that go far beyond academics.

As we reflect on their progress, I want to encourage families to celebrate all the ways your children are growing. Academic achievement is important, but so are the skills that help children become confident, capable, and caring individuals. Learning to manage big feelings, navigate friendships, work through challenges, ask for help, and keep trying when things get difficult are all important parts of success.

As always, please don't hesitate to reach out if you have questions or concerns about your child's academic, social, or emotional well-being. I'm always happy to partner with you to support your child's success!

Buzzing with gratitude,

Stephanie Bradford

School Counselor

Email: rterry@mcpss.com
Website: marybaustinelementary.com
Location: 150 Provident Lane, Mobile, AL, USA
Phone: 251-221-1015