Marvin Newsletter

Mustang Families,

Get ready, because next week is a HUGE week at Marvin! We have so many exciting events and activities planned, and we can't wait to celebrate with our wonderful school community!

From our SUPERHERO-themed Halloween Parade to our Family Spirit Assembly, an extra Minimum Day, and MORE, there is a lot happening! We are looking forward to a week filled with school spirit, fun, and opportunities to come together as a Mustang family. Get those capes and costumes ready because our Mustangs are about to show off their SUPERPOWERS!

With so much going on, please take a few minutes to carefully read through all of the important updates, schedules, and reminders below so you don't miss a thing!

Thank you, as always, for your continued partnership, enthusiasm, and support. It's going to be a SUPER week at Marvin, and we can't wait to celebrate with you!

Building Our Future Together, one student, one relationship, and one day at a time! 💚🐴💛

With Mustang Pride,

Mr. Tovar & Mrs. Wixon

Join us Wednesday, October 28th at San Diego Brewing Company for a delicious meal and a fun way to support Marvin Elementary! Stop by anytime from 11 AM on, bring the family, grab a bite, and enjoy some time together while giving back to our school. 20% of dine-in and takeout sales will be donated back to Marvin Elementary! Just mention that you’re with Marvin Elementary when ordering at the restaurant or by phone for takeout, and you’ll be helping make a difference for our students!

San Diego Brewing Co.

Let’s come together to make a BIG difference for ALL Marvin students! Every dollar raised helps fund the programs and experiences that make our school special—from PE, art, and reading to teacher grants, campus improvements, and so much more!

Set up your student’s fundraising page today! Then rally your friends, family, and neighbors to support our Mustangs. Every donation makes an impact, and together, we can reach our $90,000 school-wide fundraising goal! Let’s show what Mustang pride is all about!

Click here to set-up your students fundraising page: https://www.getmovinfundhub.com/

Fund Hub school identifier: 5dcd848a72fb4

**Remember, 4 laps around the joint-use field = 1 mile!

Checks: Can be made out to Marvin Elementary Parent Teacher Foundation and turned into the front office or Mailed to: 5720 Brunswick Ave, San Diego, CA 92120 **Please include the student(s) name and teacher**

Get ready, Mustangs! Our Superhero Halloween Parade is almost here! We can't wait to see everyone's creative costumes on Friday, October 30th! As you prepare, please remember our four important costume rules: no fake weapons, keep costumes spooky but not too scary, make sure masks don't block your vision, and wear safe, comfortable shoes. Let's make this a SUPER fun and safe celebration for all our Mustangs!

Halloween Celebration: Summary of Events!

Get ready for a SUPER Halloween celebration at Marvin this Friday, October 30th! Our parade will begin at 7:55 AM with TK, followed by all other grade levels. Students will put their backpacks away before the parade, while families gather on the Joint Use Field (JUF). Parents are welcome to watch from the center grass area, as the perimeter of the track will be reserved for our students. Immediately following the parade, students will head to our Family Spirit Assembly from 8:15–8:25 AM. We kindly ask families to wait until all students have exited the field before following through the lunch arbor gate, allowing students time to get settled in the assembly area. We can't wait to see all our Mustang superheroes in action! See the Below Map for our Parade Layout!

Mustang Families, join us for our Family Spirit Assembly this Friday, October 30th, at 8:15 AM, directly following our Halloween Parade! All families are welcome! Once the parade ends, please allow students to exit the Joint Use Field FIRST so they can safely make their way to the assembly area and get settled before families enter. Once students have exited, families may follow through the Joint Use Field entrance to join us for the assembly. At the conclusion, please exit through the gate by the front office. We can't wait to celebrate our Mustang spirit with you!

School Choice for the 2027–28 school year is opening soon! Families interested in attending a school outside of their neighborhood school may apply to up to three schools during the Priority Choice Window from October 5 through November 15, 2026. Applications received during this window will enter the January lottery together, and families will be notified of offers by email. Please review the information linked below for important details, including TK enrollment, transportation, parent workshops, and additional support. Spread the word to friends and families wanting the Mustang community!

As a reminder, smart watches, cell phones, and other personal devices may not be used during the school day. We have recently had incidents with students using them to text or make calls during instructional time, including receiving calls and messages from family members. To help protect valuable learning time and keep our classrooms focused, please ensure your child's smart watches are placed in “School Mode” and all devices capable of calling or texting are stored in students’ backpacks throughout the school day. This is in alignment with district policy. Thank you for partnering with us to keep our learning environment focused and distraction-free!

See a Marvin staff member doing something amazing? Celebrate them! Whether they went the extra mile, showed kindness, supported a student, solved a problem, or simply made our school a better place, we want to hear about it!

Families are invited to submit a Staff Shout Out and help us recognize the incredible people who make a difference for our Mustangs every day. You see it. Celebrate it. Share it! CLICK THE IMAGE!

Stay informed about everything happening at Marvin throughout the 2026–2027 school year! Our online school calendar includes important dates, school events, minimum days, family activities, meetings, and other opportunities to connect with our Mustang community.

The calendar is updated throughout the year, so we encourage families to check it regularly when making plans. You can access it anytime by visiting the Calendar section on the front page of our Marvin Elementary website.

Be sure to check our website regularly for a list of all important dates/school events. Our website can be accessed by clicking the button below.

Our PTF plays an important role in supporting the programs, events, and experiences that make our school community so special!

Be sure to visit PTF's website throughout the year to:

✔️ Learn about upcoming events and activities

✔️ Find ways to volunteer and get involved

✔️ Stay up to date on PTF news and initiatives

✔️ Learn how fundraising directly supports our students, classrooms, and school

✔️ Access important resources and information for families

Whether you have a little time to give or simply want to stay informed, there is a place for every family to be connected. Click the button below to learn more!