Wednesdays are for Wellness! Every Wednesday, students are invited to visit our STEAM Cart at recess time for hands-on activities that support creativity, problem-solving, and emotional wellness. Each activity aligns directly with the Character Counts pillar of the month — Trustworthiness, Respect, Responsibility, Fairness, Caring, and Citizenship — helping students practice positive character traits through fun, engaging activities. These activities take place either outside at the STEAM Cart or if you don't see us outside - inside the Wellness Center! One of our photos this week is from an Art Cart activity on Wednesday!
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! All families & friends invited! Funds support 5th Grade Culmination, Pali Camp scholarships, and a possible 5th Grade legacy gift.
• Bingo Dinner Package: https://www.mes.org/product-page/bingo-package-with-dinner
• Raffle Tickets: https://www.mes.org/product-page/bingo-night-raffle-tickets
• Volunteer Sign-Up: https://m.signupgenius.com/#!/showSignUp/10C0D48A5AE2EA4FAC34-60007144-5thgrade
MES WEBSITE CHANGE - Our new school website is now live! You can access it at https://malibues.smmusd.org. Please make any adjustments you have in your own bookmarks! 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
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.
PTA News/Events:
We have two exciting things going on in November and flyers are at the end of this communication.
We Need You on the PTA Team! 💙Joining the PTA doesn’t mean donating more money or committing to volunteer hours — and you never have to attend a meeting unless you want to. But your membership alone strengthens our school, supports our teachers, and gives you a voice in the decisions that shape MES.Every family that joins helps us do more for our kids. 👉Join the PTA: https://jointotem.com/dashboard/memberships/244d6807-8eb9-4cd5-8143-eea2452b9720
- 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 Thursday, 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!
Holiday Road at King Gillette Ranch is back (Nov. 29-Dec. 28) — an immersive holiday light experience perfect for families! When you purchase tickets using our PTA/PTSA link, 10% of all sales goes directly back to our schools. Use this LINK to support!
There is also a special VOUCHER available (4 VIP tickets, valid any night during the 2025 season). If you have a voucher, please email HG@HOLIDAYROADUSA.COM and include your preferred date of attendance. Thank you for supporting our schools during this festive season!
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*
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.
