Marvin Newsletter

Mustang Families,

We have a BIG week ahead at Marvin, filled with exciting events, opportunities to come together, and plenty of Mustang spirit! This week, we are looking forward to Coffee with the Principal and our Marvin Movie Night! We have so many fun things planned for our Mustang community, so be sure to check out all the details below so you don't miss out on the excitement!

As a reminder, there will be NO SCHOOL on Wednesday, November 11th, in observance of Veterans Day. We want to take a moment to honor and thank all of the brave men and women who have served our country, including the veterans within our very own Mustang community. We are so grateful for your service and sacrifice!

With so much happening this week, please take a few minutes to read through all of the important updates, reminders, and upcoming events below so you don't miss a thing! Thank you, as always, for being such an important part of what makes Marvin so special. We are looking forward to another wonderful week together!

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

-Mr. Tovar & Ms. Wixon

Our next Coffee with the Principal is coming up this Thursday, November 12th! Join us for a morning of coffee, conversation, school updates, and an opportunity to connect with our Marvin community. We love having our families on campus and look forward to seeing you there!

🎬🍿It’s beginning to look a lot like MOVIE NIGHT 🎅🏼 ✨

🗓️ Friday, November 13th

📍 Marvin Joint-Use Field

⏰ Doors open at 5:00 PM

🎥 Featuring: Klaus

✨ Bring your blankets and chairs!

🍿 Come hungry and support our food trucks (Taquizas Jose & 1904 Street Dogs) & concession stand!

🎅 Bring the whole family!

🙋 WE NEED VOLUNTEERS!

Want to help make movie night a success? We’re looking for parent volunteers to help run concessions! Even a little time makes a big difference. ❤️ Please sign up via the link: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C094FADAC2BA5FCC70-67199143-marvin

Let’s make it a magical night for our Mustang families!

Lights, camera, KLAUS! 🎬🎄🐴

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!

Conference Week will also be our Fall Book Fair! Reminder: Our Fall Book Fair is closed to the public. Students will have the opportunity to shop when their classroom visits the fair with their teacher.

All purchases must be made using an eWallet, so please be sure to set one up for your child ahead of time! Thank you for supporting our Mustangs and encouraging a love of reading!

Join us November 16th–20th as we give back to our San Diego community! We are partnering with the San Diego Food Bank to help families in need this holiday season.

Did you know that $1 can provide 2 meals? Every donation makes a difference! Families can bring non-perishable food items to school or donate online.

Most Needed Items: Canned fruits and vegetables, canned soup, peanut butter, and other non-perishable foods.

Donate Online: tinyurl.com/MARVINfooddrive26

Let's come together, Mustangs, and spread some kindness this holiday season!

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

Kona Ice will be on campus from 2:00 to 3:00 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!