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Albert & Iola Lee Davis Malvern Elementary School

1100 Eldorado Parkway

McKinney, Texas 75069

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

Malvern Families,

Please be sure to check your child’s backpack this Wednesday for their Quarter 3 progress report. This is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate progress, reflect on growth, and set goals together.

Our character focus this month is Kindness, and students are learning Habit 6: Synergize as we focus on working together and valuing everyone’s ideas. Across our classrooms, students are practicing teamwork, inclusion, and helping others while learning that we are stronger when we support one another. A simple way to reinforce this at home is by giving your child teamwork responsibilities, talking about everyone’s strengths, and asking, “How did you show kindness today?”

We truly believe we have the best students in the universe, and it is a privilege to watch our Red Hawks grow into thoughtful, capable, and caring human beings each day. As we enter the spring months, we want to take a moment to reinforce our SOAR expectations at Malvern. We encourage all students to demonstrate Self-Control by making positive choices, stay On-task and engaged in learning, strive for Achievement by giving their best effort each day, and show Respect to teachers, classmates, and staff through kind words, empathy, and treating others with dignity.

Thank you for taking time to review these expectations with your child and for continuing to partner with us. Together, we ensure Malvern remains a safe, supportive, and welcoming place where every child can grow, lead, and thrive.

Check out our Malvern Messenger for news you can use and ways to stay connected.

Proud to be a Red Hawk,
Inetra Nelson, Principal & Melinna Herrera, Assistant Principal

Familias de Malvern,

Asegúrese de revisar la mochila de su hijo este miércoles para ver su informe de progreso del tercer trimestre. Esta es una maravillosa oportunidad para celebrar el progreso, reflexionar sobre el crecimiento y establecer metas juntos.

Nuestro enfoque de carácter este mes es la amabilidad, y los estudiantes están aprendiendo el hábito 6: Sinergia, ya que nos centramos en trabajar juntos y valorar las ideas de todos. En todas nuestras aulas, los alumnos practican el trabajo en equipo, la inclusión y la ayuda a los demás, al tiempo que aprenden que somos más fuertes cuando nos apoyamos unos a otros. Una forma sencilla de reforzar esto en casa es asignar a su hijo responsabilidades de trabajo en equipo, hablar sobre los puntos fuertes de cada uno y preguntarle: “¿Cómo has demostrado tu bondad hoy?”

Creemos sinceramente que tenemos los mejores alumnos del universo, y es un privilegio ver cómo nuestros Red Hawks se convierten cada día en personas reflexivas, capaces y solidarias. Al entrar en los meses de primavera, queremos dedicar un momento a reforzar nuestras expectativas SOAR en Malvern. Animamos a todos los alumnos a que demuestren autocontrol tomando decisiones positivas, se mantengan concentrados y comprometidos con el aprendizaje, se esfuercen por alcanzar el éxito dando lo mejor de sí mismos cada día y muestren respeto a los profesores, compañeros y personal con palabras amables, empatía y tratando bien a los demás.

Gracias por dedicar tiempo a revisar estas expectativas con su hijo y por seguir colaborando con nosotros. Juntos, nos aseguramos de que Malvern siga siendo un lugar seguro, acogedor y solidario donde todos los niños puedan crecer, liderar y prosperar.

Visiten nuestro Malvern Messenger para obtener noticias útiles y mantenerse conectados.

Orgullosos de ser un Red Hawk,
Inetra Nelson, Directora y Melinna Herrera, Subdirectora

Our Student Lighthouse will be selling Val-O-Grams Monday through Thursday. This is a fun way for students to send a sweet message to a favorite teacher, a best pal, a classmate, or any special staff member on campus.

All Val-O-Grams will be delivered on Friday, February 13, just in time to brighten someone’s day!

Don’t miss the chance to make someone smile!

Read-A-Thons actually get your reader excited about reading and it gives friends and family the opportunity to encourage your child to read even more.

Our Read-A-Thon starts Sunday March 1, 2026.

About one week before our Read-A-Thon starts we will send home instructions on how to activate your reader's personal page. This is where you will be able to view and record their progress.

We encourage you to activate your reader’s account today by clicking on https://www.read-a-thon.com/readers/r/abjdrP/1?utm=email and following the simple instructions.

We've chosen Read-A-Thon because it will not take much of your time, gives your child a reason to read and helps in the development of stronger reading skills.

We hope EVERYONE participates.

Just a friendly reminder that Monday, February 16th is a student holiday in observance of Presidents Day. While students will enjoy the day off, it will be a teacher workday, and our staff will be learning and growing right alongside our scholars. We look forward to welcoming students back refreshed and ready to learn on Tuesday, February 17, 2026!

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 9 - Fire/HAZMAT/Secure Hold/MERT drills

February 11 - Progress Reports go home

February 13 - School Resource Officer Appreciation Day

• Class Valentines Day parties

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 1 - Read-A-Thon begins

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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