MES WEBSITE CHANGE - Our school website will be updated and live, starting on Thursday, Nov. 13th! Our district is updating and is tackling this major project with a few schools at a time - our new website will be at https://malibues.smmusd.org. Please make any adjustments you have in your own bookmarks after Thursday! ALSO - If you have some great horizontal photos that are of high quality, please send those to Ms. Wennes! We may be able to include them in our banner on the new site!
Zoe's Lunchtime Theater
Thank you to Zoe Langley for a wonderful production of Coco this fall! Students had their performance on Friday, November 7th and it was a fun event for all! The next lunchtime production starts rehearsals this coming week, and the show will be in January. It's titled "The Land of Sweets Ballet" and the show is planned for January 23rd. This is open to interested students in grades 1st-3rd and rehearsals take place during student lunchtime recess.
Student Council Candy Fundraiser
This November, the MES Student Council is leading a school-wide service project called Candy for Kindness! We will be collecting extra Halloween candy to donate to our local firefighters and the Malibu Labor Exchange. Two collection bins will be located in the MES front office for the entire month. If your child would like to participate, please have them place at least 20 pieces of their own candy in a labeled bag with their full name on it. Every donation earns one entry into our Friday raffle each week in November for fun MES spirit wear prizes!
Everybody wins! Parents have less candy at home, kids consider thinking beyond themselves with small acts of kindness and earn raffle chances, and our local heroes and neighbors receive a sweet surprise! Thank you for helping our student practice generosity, community and kindness in action!
Square 1 Art Fundraiser - FUNDRAISER EXTENDED TO 11/11/25!
Just a reminder about our Art Fundraiser! It's an opportunity to get your child's artwork on items and our MES students have participated in this fundraiser for years now! The items all get ordered online and then get shipped to your home in time for holiday gifts! Flyers were sent home with your child and you can also access via this LINK. You'll need your child's specific custom flyer to be able to find YOUR art access code. You can also type in state, school name and your child's name and it should bring it up. If The generic flyer is at the end of this Spotlight as well for your reference. You can also upload other artwork as well using Art Upload!
NOTE: You can order all year, but by ordering prior to 11/11/25, it allows for MES to earn money as well, and it means you'll get your items by the holidays!
PTA News/Events:
We have two exciting things going on in November and flyers are at the end of this communication.
- BINGO NIGHT is an event that supports our culminating 5th grade class and will take place on Wednesday, November 19th from 5-7pm. It's a fun event, open to all! There will be prizes and fun galore!
- FRIENDSGIVING POTLUCK and TOY DRIVE - We hope families can come and join us for our first ever "Friendsgiving" event during student lunch on Friday, November 21. It will start at 11:45am, and run through the lunchtime. More information will be coming your way through communication from your child's room parent!
- GIFT CARD DRIVE is already happening and goes through November 20th! Help out families who are needing support this holiday season by donating $25 gift cards. There is a more detailed event flyer at the end of the Spotlight for your reference. THANK YOU to those parents who have already contributed! Every little bit makes a difference!
MES Minimum Days Schedule / 12:45 Dismissal
Boys & Girls Club
Boys & Girls Club of Malibu (BGCM) is committed to youth and community resilience by providing a supportive and inclusive environment where children can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Through exceptional customer service and impactful after-school programs, we focus on academic success, character development, and health and wellness, catering to the unique needs of Malibu's youth. By addressing the needs of families, we foster a sense of safety, support, and community engagement, promoting a brighter future for all!
BGCM Academic Year Enrollment
Click here to learn more and enroll! BGCM is committed to providing a curriculum that will include a variety of activities geared towards fun, educational, and social experiences.
Available to grades TK–5th.
Programs include: Kindness Is Free, Manners Matter, social emotional wellness, STEM based projects, arts & crafts, cooking/gardening, and more!
Programs
Johnny Strange Legacy Inspire Skate Program
ELEMENTARY REGISTRATION CLOSED and ALL SPACES FILLED for the second session.
Wellness
BGCM Wellness Center provides no-cost mental health counseling and social support services to our school community. Click here to learn more and email wellnessinfo@bgcmalibu.org or call 310-457-0360 ext 60146 to request services for you/your child.
BGCM Long Term Disaster Recovery Services The BGCM Disaster Recovery Center in partnership with The Malibu Community Long Term Recovery Group (MCLTRG) is here to support Franklin and Palisades Fire survivors with long-term recovery services. Our dedicated Care Coordination Team is ready to assist those who qualify with:
Personalized recovery planning: We will collaborate to identify your most pressing current and ongoing needs, creating a recovery plan tailored to your individual situation.
Resource connection: We will help you access the latest available support and resources by assessing your individual needs and connecting you to available resources based on qualifying criteria.
Advocacy: You won't navigate this alone. By understanding community needs, we can advocate for increased financial resources for the community.
To be connected with a Care Coordinator, please email drc@bgcmalibu.org.
*Please expect to hear from someone on our team within 2-5 business days*
Events
Run Malibu Half Marathon, 5K & Kids Race
Run for a great cause! A portion of every Half Marathon, 5K entry and VIP upgrade will go directly to BGCM to provide no-cost mental health service in all Malibu schools.
Featuring:
The Dolphin Dash Kids Race, set entirely within the beautiful California State University Channel Islands campus
Traditional Half Marathon and 5K along scenic PCH
Learn more and register here: www.runmalibu.com
Student Birthday Parties (from the Parent Handbook)
Such observances must be coordinated with the classroom teacher and should occur after lunch or at the end of the day. Food may be distributed at school. Healthier options should be encouraged. Cakes or very sweet treats (Sugar-based foods) are NOT allowed. All-natural popsicles are the ONLY choice for birthday celebrations. Our SMMUSD Food and Nutrition Services Wellness Policy calls for staff to limit student consumption of sugar at school. No nuts, if there is a peanut allergy in the classroom. Party favors are ok to distribute. Birthday invitations for parties away from school may not be distributed unless every student in the class is invited.
