Sea Lion Academy
Our amazing PTA helped support the launch of our Sea Lion Academy last year and it's BACK! With their support, Malibu Elementary is excited to launch our FALL session of Sea Lion Academy! This after- school program offers amazing courses designed to elevate thinking and enrich learning for all of our students. Classes begin after Labor Day. There are limited spaces and they will fill up quickly, so be sure to enroll your child today HERE. ENROLLMENT CLOSES TUESDAY, SEPT. 2nd FOR OUR FALL SESSION!
Parent Square Communication
Did you know that you can receive information that is on Parent Square at different times? If you go into the Parent Square app or find it on a computer, you can change the settings to determine how you receive school wide information. You can get it on the spot, or can opt for a "digest" version, which comes to you at 6pm. Please note that as a sender, if we feel that a message is time sensitive, we can override the digest choice and send immediately to all.
Join the PTA!
The simple act of joining the PTA provides instant financial support for our students! It's also a great way to stay informed about what's happening at school, and connect in meaningful ways with other parents. https://www.malibuelementary.org/membership
LCAP Parent Representatives Needed!
Please take a moment to read through the following document regarding our district wide LCAP committee! We would love to have parent representatives from MES this year!
More information HERE.
Medications at School Form
No medications may be given to any student at school without this annual form. If you have questions, please contact School Nurse Marion Mayer mmayer@smmusd.org . Link to Form
Malibu Elementary Safe Student Drop Off and Pick Up Plan
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Volunteering at MES
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If you're joining us for the Zoom training on September 5th, log in HERE!
Annual Parent Data Confirmation or Revision - Aeries Parent Portal
ACTION NEEDED: Malibu Elementary’s annual registration process is completed in the Aeries Parent Portal. You must complete data confirmation for each student.
- Log in to your Aeries Parent Portal: https://santamonicamalibu.aeries.net/
- Be sure to read, review, and discuss all the materials with your student.
- Very Important: We need to gather information from you for emergency contacts. Please add at least two non-parents. While there are many boxes to fill, at minimum include name, relationship, and phone number.
- We also need to gather information from you for health documents.
Note: You may decide to print some of the documents for future reference. For a tutorial on how to complete this process, please click here English
We have worked to digitize the compliance and document portions of the “First Day Packet.” The Data Confirmation process is easy. This includes items like Emergency Cards, Parent Handbooks and Policies and Authorizations. We have many important documents and plenty of information for your family within the online registration site, accessed via your Aeries Parent Portal. Note: You must complete data confirmation for each student. Please be sure to read, review, and discuss all the materials with your student. We also need to gather information from you for emergency contacts and health documents. You may decide to print some of the documents for future reference.
For a tutorial on how to complete this process, please click here English
MES Minimum Days Schedule / 12:45 Dismissal
- Sept. 2
- Nov 5
- Nov 6
- Nov 7
- Mar 26
- 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.
Boys & Girls Club Information:
Boys & Girls Club of Malibu 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 Academic Year Enrollment is LIVE! Aug 21-June 11 Visit bgcmalibu.org to learn more and enroll. For grades TK-5th. BGCM is committed to providing a curriculum that will include a variety of activities geared towards fun, educational, and social experiences. Programs include: Kindness Is Free, Manners Matter, social emotional wellness, STEM based projects, arts & crafts, cooking/gardening, and more!
BGCM Wellness Center & Social Support Offerings The Boys & Girls Club of Malibu Wellness Center operates remotely and also in-person to provide no-cost mental health counseling and social support services to all in the community. Visit https://bgcmalibu.org/wellness-center/ to learn more or to request services for you/your child.
BGCM Disaster Recovery Services Starting Wednesday, August 27th, the Boys & Girls Club of Malibu Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) is supporting Palisades Fire survivors with long-term recovery services by appointment only. Our Care Coordination Team is here for you. Moving forward, think of us as your partners through this journey, we are here to support this process.
Here’s How We Can Help:
One-on-one guidance: You’ll be paired with a dedicated Care Coordinator
Personalized recovery planning: Together, we’ll identify what you need most right now and ongoing
Resource connection: We’ll help you access the latest available support
Advocacy: We’re here to make sure you’re not navigating this alone
To schedule or update an appointment, please email drc@bgcmalibu.org. *Please expect to hear from someone on our team within 2-5 business days*.
FIRST EVER Zuma Beach Kids Triathlon at the Zuma Beach Triathlon, Saturday Sept 13 - A unique opportunity for kids to be introduced to the sport of Triathlon on one of the best courses in the country with the option for young athletes to complete the course alongside a parent! For ages 9-14 with three divisions available. See flyer for more info. Learn more and register at zumabeachtriathlon.org. BGCM is proud to be an official charity partner of the Zuma Beach Triathlon.
Additionally, we’re looking for volunteers to join us at the triathlon the weekend of Saturday, September 13th and Sunday, September 14th. If you’re available, we’d love to have you join us! Sign up for a shift to volunteer here: https://forms.gle/h5ELGEx5qYabnQHc9
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5th Grade Pali Camp Overnight Field Trip - Donations Needed
We are excited for our 2025-2026 5th grade class to again have the opportunity to attend outdoor school in October 2025. Outdoor school is perhaps the greatest highlight of elementary school for many students and is a sort of rite-of-passage. We are asking 5th grade parents to donate now so that we may make our next installment payment.
All or None
If we don’t raise enough funds for ALL students to participate, we will ask the PTA to fund the difference. If there is not enough available funds or support from PTA, then the trip will be canceled; we will refund all donations but lose our original PTA deposit. Also, to help prevent canceling the trip, any families who won’t be able to voluntarily contribute the full $560 will be asked what if anything they can donate. Perhaps $300, $200 or $50? Anything helps. Finally if there are families who would like to cover another student, we will accept donations above and beyond $560.
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