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Sea Lion Spotlight

Malibu Elementary Parent Newsletter #41 - June 15, 2026

Sea Lion SpotlightMalibu Elementary Parent Newsletter #41 - June 15, 2026

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Hello MES Community,


This past week, we officially wrapped up the 25-26 school year! I would like to send a tremendous THANK YOU to our families for an incredible year! We truly are fortunate to have such dedicated staff and parents, all working together to support our amazing students!


To our 5th Grade students & families - Thank YOU for your time and dedication to our school. It's always bittersweet to say goodbye to so many of you who will be leaving MES after YEARS of being here. Wishing continued growth, happiness and learning to all our Sea Lions as they head to middle school!


This will be our final Spotlight for the 25/26 school year. Be on the lookout in August for Back to School information and check out the dates below to stay "in the know" for the coming year!


Ms. Sally Wennes

Principal

School Site Council UPDATE School Site Council UPDATE

I'd like to update you on our full slate of parent members of our School Site Council for the 26/27 school year. Thank you for your commitment to our school!

  • Maja Primorac
  • Tom Jennings
  • Paul Rothbard
  • Kaila Finck
  • America Kiesau

Calendar of Events Calendar of Events

Flyers for events are always posted below! Don't forget to check out the details!

JUNE

  • 6/16 - Kim's last day for registration questions in June!
  • 6/18 - Office closes for summer

AUGUST (More info will follow in our August Spotlight)


  • 8/10 - Office reopens for fall 26/27 & Kim returns for registration questions!
  • 8/17 - Office closed for SMMUSD Convocation
  • 8/20 - First Day of School
  • 8/20, 8/21, 8/24, 8/25 - ALL MINIMUM DAYS (12:45 DISMISSAL)
  • 8/25 - TK-2nd Back to School Night

Important Information & Dates Important Information & Dates

26-27 Academic Calendar

Waves for Water Update Waves for Water Update

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We were able to present a check to Waves for Water this past week! Thank you to so many of you who helped! As a result of your efforts, and a generous matching donation, we were able to contribute $5,574 to provide water filters to areas in need across the world!


“Do your little bit of good where you are; it is those little bits of good put together that overwhelm the world.” — Desmond Tutu

5th Grade Gift to MES 5th Grade Gift to MES

Thank you to our 5th Grade families for their wonderful gift to the school! This area, along a main walkway, was cleaned up, replanted, and put in place quickly! It maintains the 'ELEMENTARY SCHOOL which is a nod to Point Dume, and adds such a welcoming space!

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Photo Highlights Photo Highlights

So many photos were taken during this past week that truly captured life in the final weeks of the school year!

  • 2nd Grade Living History Museum
  • Classroom Fun over the past couple of days
  • TK Celebration
  • 5th Grade Sea Lion Send Off & Culmination
  • Fire Truck Splash Down on the final day of school

What a whirlwind of fun!

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More Information for Parents More Information for Parents

Malibu Library - Did you know that at our local library they don't just have books to check out, but also Tools and Music Instruments? Maybe your child is interested in a musical instrument, but you're unsure about buying one before knowing if they are really going to stick with it - you can check one out from the Malibu Branch! You will need to sign up for a library card before you can check out the item and some items may need to be requested in advance. What a great service!

https://lacountylibrary.org/tools/


Clever Access - As standard yearly practice, Clever sync will be paused on June 10. This pause allows students to access the previous school year’s resources (such as Lexia) over the summer. Clever sync will be activated on August 12, at which point students may lose access to various services (resulting from grade level change). Students will then gain access to the new school year resources 24-48 hours after your site schedule is published.


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 Elementary Camp Bu Summer Camp Enrollment

Click here and see the attached flyer to learn more and enroll in our upcoming BGCM Elementary Summer Program – Camp Bu! (Flyer also shown below for your reference)

  • Available to incoming TK–5th grade. Enrollment is required to participate.

  • Where: Webster Elementary (3602 Winter Canyon Rd)

  • When:

    • June 22nd through August 7th (Monday - Friday) - Closed July 3rd for holiday

      • Incoming K-5th: 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM

      • Incoming TK (Half-Day Program): 8:30 AM to 1:00 PM

    • Weekly calendars highlighting our themes and featured activities will be shared in advance.


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!


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.

Flyers Flyers

Flyers represent information from SMMUSD, MES PTA and/or our Boys and Girls Club. They also include events and activities from the City of Malibu.

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Useful Resources and Links Useful Resources and Links

Past Newsletters

MES Parent Handbook

Positive Behavior and Discipline Plan

PTA Website and Store

PTA Spirit Wear "Akaway Collection"

PTA Membership

AERIES Parent Portal Tutorial

Student Services Registration Documents

Bell Schedule

Medications at School Form Send to School Nurse Marion Mayer: mmayer@smmusd.org

Connect with Sally Wennes Connect with Sally Wennes

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Principal at Malibu Elementary

Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District


Email: swennes@smmusd.org

Website: https://ca50000164.schoolwires.net/malibues

Location: 6955 Fernhill Drive, Malibu, CA, USA
Phone: 310-457-9370
Sally Wennes
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