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Albert & Iola Lee Davis Malvern Elementary School
1100 Eldorado Parkway
McKinney, Texas 75069
469-302-5300 telephone
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Malvern's Mission Statement
At Malvern, we are kind, curious and brave. We learn, grow and lead together.
🍎 Principal News 🍎
Malvern Families,
As we head into Thanksgiving Break, we want to extend warm wishes to all of our Red Hawk families. May this time bring moments of joy, rest, and full of meaningful memories with the people you love. We hope our students enjoy their time away and return refreshed and ready to soar.
Be sure to have your scholar read, practice those math facts, and spend a little time writing.
Wishing you a wonderful Thanksgiving!
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Proud to be a Red Hawk,
Inetra Nelson, Principal & Melinna Herrera, Assistant Principal
Familias de Malvern,
Al acercarnos a las vacaciones de Acción de Gracias, queremos enviarles nuestros mejores deseos a todas las familias de Red Hawk. Que este tiempo les traiga momentos de alegría, descanso y muchos recuerdos inolvidables con sus seres queridos. Esperamos que nuestros estudiantes disfruten de sus vacaciones y regresen renovados y listos para seguir adelante.
Asegúrense de que sus hijos lean, practiquen las tablas de multiplicar, y dediquen un rato a escribir.
¡Les deseamos un feliz Día de Acción de Gracias!
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Orgullosos de ser un Red Hawk,
Inetra Nelson, Directora y Melinna Herrera, Subdirectora
We hope all our Red Hawks enjoy their break! We look forward to seeing you by 8:05 am on Monday, December 1, 2025!
Educational Facilities Alignment Committee wants your input! A community feedback event is planned for December 4, 2025 at the McKinney ISD Community Event Center. The December 4 event is come and go from 6-8pm.
Now that cooler weather has finally hit, our Lost and Found is running over with coats, water bottles and lunch boxes! Please ask your child to check our Lost and Found container located outside of the cafeteria for anything that belongs to them. Any items left after December 19th will be donated over the winter break.
We’re collecting canned corn and green beans now through December 12 to help support MacTown Miracles and families in our community.
🍎 Grade Level Challenge!
The grade level that brings in the MOST canned items will earn… 🥁
🎉 An EXTRA RECESS! 🎉
Let’s come together, show our Malvern pride, and make a big difference this holiday season!
Morning Drop-Off Reminder
Parents, if your child arrives before 7:40 a.m., please take a moment to remind them about staying safe while they wait for the building to open. We want every morning to start off safely and smoothly for all our students.
Children should stay near the front entry and avoid running, playing chase, or standing near the driveway. They should also keep their hands to themselves and be mindful of others around them.
Thank you for helping us create a calm and safe start to the day for everyone!
Picture Retake Day - December 11, 2025
Fall photo retakes will take place on Thursday, December 11, 2025. Retakes are available for any student who missed our original picture day in September or for those who are new to Malvern.
Order forms are available in the front office, or you may order online at mylifetouch.com by creating an account or logging in with our Picture Day ID: EVT7MKSWP.
We look forward to seeing those smiles!
Purchase your child's artwork today!
To purchase, visit https://artomestore.com/collections/malvernelementary75069. Find your student's grade or homeroom teacher with the filter function at the top left. Locate and click your student's art thumbnail to enter your student's page. Choose Art Type: Original or Reproduction, add to cart and check out. It's that easy!
PLEASE NOTE: All sales will be done online. There will be no cash orders accepted.
Staying Healthy with Nurse Jen
Library News
Mark your calendars! Book Fair is coming!
Our Book Fair is coming in December! Book Fair preview is December 8th and 9th and students will be able to shop December 10-12. We also hope to see you December 9th 5-6:30pm for our Red Hawk Family Night which will be packed full of exciting things to see and do from your classroom to the Book Fair to visiting Santa it is one you don’t want to miss! Students can shop with cash or this year we are offering an electronic option called E-Wallet. Families can setup an E-Wallet for their child so that no cash is needed. Books also make great gifts! Consider setting up an E-Wallet for your child and sharing the link with friends and family to support their love of reading.
https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/malvernelementaryschool1
December Counseling Focus
Looking Ahead to December:
We will shift our focus to Habit #4: Think Win-Win, teaching students how to seek positive solutions where everyone benefits. Our character trait for the month will be Empathy, as we guide students to understand and respect the feelings and experiences of others.
Thank you for supporting these conversations at home. Together, we are helping our Red Hawks grow into thoughtful, kind, and capable leaders!
Let’s Make a Difference Together!
Our Malvern Red Hawks are excited to participate in the MacTown Miracles Canned Food Drive, sponsored by the McKinney High School Student Council! This is a wonderful way for our students to help families in need during the holiday season.
We are collecting: - Canned Green Beans 🥫 - Canned Corn 🌽
Collection Dates: Monday, November 10th – Friday, December 12th
This year, we’re having a Grade-Level Challenge!
Let’s see which grade can bring in the most canned green beans and corn. The winning grade will earn special recognition for their generosity and teamwork!
Thank you for your support and for showing what it means to be a caring and giving Red Hawk!
Together, we can make a big difference in our community.
Student Well-Being
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.
Visitors and Volunteers
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 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 Call to Action
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!
November 24-28 - NO SCHOOL
December 4 - Educational Facilities Alignment Committee Community Input Night
NEW DATE - 6p-8p come and go at the MISD Community Events Center
December 9-12 - Book Fair
December 9 - Red Hawk Family Night
December 11 - Fall Make Up Pictures
December 12 - Malvern Spelling Bee
December 19 - Red Hawk Rally
Class Holiday Parties
December 22 - January 5 - NO SCHOOL - WINTER BREAK
Grade Level Newsletters
Information regarding bussing with Durham Transportation
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