Malvern Messenger

Albert & Iola Lee Davis Malvern Elementary School

1100 Eldorado Parkway

McKinney, Texas 75069

469-302-5300 telephone

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

Thank you all for your support during College Week! Our scholars had fun and meaningful experiences learning more about their future opportunities, and your encouragement helped make it a success.

A huge shout-out to our small but mighty Hawk Squad Parent Volunteer Group for greeting our scholars with smiles and high fives this past week. These thoughtful gestures truly brighten mornings and set a positive tone for our day. If you are interested in joining this awesome group of parents who are committed to making a difference, we would love to have you! Reach out, and we will get you connected.

Our first Red Hawk Rally of the year is happening this Friday, September 26th! We will come together as a school to celebrate scholars who exemplify leadership, growth, and high expectations.

We greatly appreciate you continuing to encourage your child to give their best each day and show that Red Hawk pride everywhere they go. Together, we can help our students RISE to new heights!

Proud to be a Red Hawk,

Inetra Nelson, Principal & Melinna Herrera, Assistant Principal

¡Gracias a todos por su apoyo durante la Semana Universitaria! Nuestros estudiantes tuvieron experiencias divertidas y significativas aprendiendo más sobre sus futuras oportunidades, y su apoyo contribuyó a que fuera un éxito.

Un gran reconocimiento a nuestro pequeño pero poderoso Grupo de Padres Voluntarios del Hawk Squad por recibir a nuestros estudiantes con sonrisas y saludos la semana pasada. Estos gestos tan considerados realmente alegran las mañanas y crean un ambiente positivo para nuestro día. Si les interesa unirse a este increíble grupo de padres comprometidos con marcar la diferencia, ¡nos encantaría contar con su presencia! Contáctennos y los conectaremos.

¡Nuestro primer Rally Red Hawk del año se llevará a cabo este viernes 26 de septiembre! Nos reuniremos como escuela para celebrar a los estudiantes que ejemplifican liderazgo, crecimiento y altas expectativas.

Agradecemos enormemente que sigan animando a sus hijos a dar lo mejor de sí cada día y a mostrar el orgullo de Red Hawk dondequiera que vayan. ¡Juntos, podemos ayudar a nuestros estudiantes a ALCANZAR nuevas metas!

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

For the safety of all students, we kindly ask parents not to stop and talk with their children during recess while they are on the playground. This helps us maintain a secure and supervised environment, ensures smooth routines, and avoids distractions during playtime. Thank you for supporting our efforts to keep all students safe.

The 89th Texas Legislature passed House Bill 1481, prohibiting student use of personal communication devices during the school day. This law and corresponding district policy are intended to reduce distractions, protect instructional time, and promote meaningful student engagement.

Personal Communication Devices include but are not limited to:

Smartphones
Laptops and tablets
Smartwatches
Earbuds and earphones
Smart eyeglasses
Portable gaming devices

Key Points:

All personal communication devices must remain out of sight during the school day.
Students may continue to keep personal communication devices in backpacks in case of an emergency. McKinney ISD believes it is important for students to have access to their phones in a crisis situation.
Students will continue to use district-issued devices, such as iPads and MacBooks, provided for instructional purposes.
McKinney ISD’s Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) policy has been updated in the 2025–2026 Student Handbook to reflect BYOD is not allowed according to HB 1481.

Disciplinary Consequences:

Violations of prohibited guidelines are subject to disciplinary consequences as outlined below:

Disciplinary Consequences:

1st Offense

Device turned into campus administration
Warning from administration
Parent/guardian notified
Device returned to student at the end of the school day

2nd Offense

Device turned into campus administration
Lunch or After-School Detention
Parent/guardian notified
Device returned to parent/guardian only

3rd Offense

Device turned into campus administration
1 Day In-School Suspension
Device returned to parent/guardian only
Mandatory parent/student conference
Students are prohibited from bringing personal devices to campus for the remainder of the semester. Further violations will be considered insubordination of school policy.

Limited Exceptions: A student may be permitted to possess or use a personal communication device only with written approval from campus administration and documentation supporting one or more of the following exceptions:

The device is required to the extent necessary to implement the student’s Individualized Education Program (IEP) or Section 504 Plan.
The device is medically necessary, and its use is authorized by a licensed physician in the State of Texas and approved by designated 504 or ARD committee.
The device is needed to comply with district or campus safety protocols, or as otherwise required by law.
Dual credit students attending dual credit classes on MISD campuses can use phone to authenticate into Collin College system during the first 5 minutes of class.

Info taken directly from the MISD Website and may be found at https://www.mckinneyisd.net/page/personal-communication-devices

We are excited to introduce our monthly Red Hawk Rally! Each month, we will come together as a school to celebrate the accomplishments of our scholars who exemplify that month’s character trait. These rallies are a special time to recognize students for their hard work, positive choices, and leadership. We can’t wait to cheer on our Red Hawks as they continue to grow in character and achievement!

RSVP for September Red Hawk Rally

It's time to capture the magic of the school year!

The Malvern Elementary School yearbook is on sale now. Filled with photos and memories of the 2025-26 school year, this is a keepsake your child will cherish forever.

Parents can order their yearbook at Treering.com/validate and enter our school code 101458570206256.

Order by September 30th to receive a 10% discount!

When you purchase a yearbook, you'll also get two free custom pages to fill with your own photos and memories. These are perfect for highlighting your child's favorite moments from the year!

Don't wait—order your Malvern Elementary yearbook today!

Information Regarding MAP Testing

Informacion Sobre las Pruebas MAP

Breakfast: Served daily from 7:40AM-8:00AM, including the first day of school.
Meal Prices: Student Breakfast FREE for all Malvern Elementary School students, Student Lunch $3.10, Milk/Juice and miscellaneous items will be available for purchase individually during meal times. Parents and visitors are welcome to buy breakfast or lunch as well when they visit. If you wish to limit the amount of “extras” your child can purchase, or not allow “extras” you can set this in your child’s online meal account. “Extras” and snacks are only available for grades 2nd-5th to purchase. Click here for more information on meals and payments.
Free/Reduced Meals: Applications for Free/Reduced meals are available through our front office or online at www.mckinneyisd.net/school-nutrition/free-reduced-meals/ .

If applicable, we encourage you to complete and return this form as soon as possible to avoid a lapse in benefits. Each year, the state allows a 30 day grace period for any students who were in the program at the end of the previous school year. If a new application is not filled out and approved, the student will be responsible for all meals at the full-paid student price.

Student accounts can be made at: My School Bucks - www.myschoolbucks.com

Breakfast/Lunch Menu

Medical Consent Needed for New Texas Law

Recent changes in Texas law now require McKinney ISD to obtain additional parent/guardian consent before providing medical care through the school nurse or trained staff. The link below takes you to a consent form that is only available in English and Spanish. Parents can also access the consent form by logging into the SSO portal and choosing the MISD Parental Consent Form.

The language of the consent is below:

“ I agree and understand that the school nurse or other assigned staff may provide routine, health-related care services throughout the course of the school year. Signed medication forms(25/26), Individualized health plans(IHP)(25/26), or medical accommodations through the Individualized Education Plans(IEP), ARD or 504 will remain in force. I also agree that this includes that the district will seek appropriate emergency care for a student with or without consent, should it be deemed necessary.” YES or NO are the two choice options.

Link to Parent Consent Form

Once this form is filled out, a unique link is sent to guardian 1's email address that has the medical care verbiage as stated above. This form may only be completed by guardian #1. You must manually type your email into the consent box when prompted, not allow it to autofill. The email address must match the email address provided to MISD upon registration. Google Chrome is the preferred browser for compatibility.

At McKinney ISD, one of our top priorities is making sure every student feels connected and has opportunities to get involved. We know that when students find activities, clubs, and organizations they enjoy, they build stronger relationships, feel a greater sense of belonging, and are more engaged in school. In accordance with Senate Bill 12, McKinney ISD requires parent approval for students to participate in any student club or organization. All student clubs and organizations must comply with district guidelines and state law.

Please use this Parent Consent Form to provide or deny permission for your child to participate in student clubs at our school.

By working together, we can make sure every student finds a place to belong and thrive.

Sincerely,

Mrs. Nelson and Mrs. Herrera

2025-2026 Learning Plans

Dear Parents, you may access the 2025-2026 learning plans for your child's class on our MISD Teaching and Learning website.

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.

Complete MISD Background Check

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!

Lady Broncos Basketball presents JR. BRONCOS! Join the Junior Bronco club! MISD students from Pre-K through 8th grade have the opportunity to adopt and hangout with one of our own Varsity Lady Broncos players for the 2025-2026 season.

Register by November 25, 2025. Fee: $75. Jr. Bronco Night - December 5th.

Join the MNHS NorthStars for a day full of dance! Campers will get a snack, t-shirt, and learn two routines - as well as performance opportunity at the Bulldogs Football Game on October 10th!