Marvin Newsletter

Mustang Families,

As we head into the week before Thanksgiving Break, we want to take a moment to share just how THANKFUL we are for our incredible Mustang families! Your continued support, involvement, and partnership make Marvin such a special place for our students to learn, grow, and thrive. We are truly grateful for the amazing community we get to be a part of each and every day!

We have a packed week ahead at Marvin, filled with important events, opportunities to connect, and plenty of Mustang spirit! This upcoming week is Parent-Teacher Conference Week, Book Fair, and Food Drive with MINIMUM DAYS ALL WEEK! We are excited for our teachers and families to come together to celebrate student growth, discuss progress, and continue strengthening our home-school partnerships. Our goal is to connect with 100% of our Mustang families!

With so much happening before our well-deserved Thanksgiving Break, be sure to check out all of the important updates, reminders, and exciting events below so you don't miss a thing!

As we enter this season of gratitude, we want to thank each of you for the love, support, and dedication you bring to our school community. We are so fortunate to have such wonderful families, students, and staff who make Marvin a place we are proud to call home. We look forward to a wonderful week together before heading into Thanksgiving Break!

Together We Learn. Together We Grow. Together We Are Marvin! 💚💛

-Mr. Tovar & Ms. Wixon

"In No Place For Hate we are working on making Marvin a place where everyone feels included, respected, and welcome. We are also working on NPFH Student Pledges. We make everyone feel kindness and we respect our differences."

Mustang Families, due to the rainy weather, we are postponing tonight's Family Movie Night to Friday, November 20th!

We can't wait to gather with our Mustang community for a cozy showing of Klaus on the Marvin Joint Use Field!

Movie starts at 6:00 PM (Doors open at 5:00 PM!)

Food vendors and concessions will be available!

Bring your blankets, chairs, and Mustang spirit! Thank you for your understanding, and we look forward to seeing everyone next Friday!

Reminder, Mustang Families! We will have MINIMUM DAYS ALL WEEK Nov. 16- Nov 20 for Parent Conferences!

Our goal is to meet with 100% of our families! This is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate student growth, discuss progress, and strengthen our home-school partnership. Please connect with your child's teacher to schedule your conference. We look forward to seeing you!

📚 It's Time to Stock Up on Some New Reads! 📚

The Scholastic Book Fair is coming to Marvin, and we can't wait for our Mustangs to discover their next favorite book!

Students will shop with their class on their assigned day. Can't shop with your class? Makeup shopping will be available on Friday for students who miss their assigned day.

Make shopping easy by setting up a Scholastic eWallet ahead of time! It's a safe, cash-free way to give your child money to shop for their favorite books.

📚 Set up your student's eWallet here: https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/marvinelementaryschool2

This holiday season, let’s come together to spread kindness and share with those in need. We are excited to announce our Holiday Food Drive to help support local families and community members who may need a little extra help this season. The Jacobs & Cushman San Diego Food Bank feeds 400,000 people every month.

Each student who donates 5 non-perishable items to their classroom (or donates online), will receive a Marvin sticker!

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Join us on Tuesday, November 17th, at 6:00 PM in the auditorium for our monthly PTF meeting!

Kona Ice will be on campus at 12:15 PM for a sweet fundraiser! Students wearing their Marvin gear will be entered for a chance to win a FREE Kona Ice!

Exciting news for our Mustang families! Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library has officially launched in San Diego County in partnership with the Dr. Seuss Foundation!

Families with eligible children from birth to age 5 can sign up to receive one FREE, age-appropriate book delivered right to their home every month! This is a wonderful opportunity to build a love of reading at an early age, including for our Mustangs' younger siblings!

Registration is OPEN NOW! Check your eligibility and sign up today!

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!

Reminder for Our Upper Grade Families! Please help us ensure students are coming to school wearing closed-toe shoes each day. We have noticed an increase in students wearing slides and slippers, which are not appropriate for school. Proper footwear is important for student safety, especially during recess, PE, and outdoor activities, so our Mustangs can run, play, and have fun safely! Thank you for helping us keep our students safe, active, and ready to learn!

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!