The Mustang Minute | January 27, 2025

On Saturday, February 1^st join us to play in a fun, professionally run, Texas Hold 'Em poker tournament. There will be cash prizes for the top finishers. If you don't want to play poker, come hang out! There are a limited number of spectator tickets available. Food and drinks provided to all attendees.

Tickets on sale now! CLICK HERE to buy!

Please contact Jillian Robertson if you have any questions.

Let's have some fun while raising money for our amazing school!!!

Time is Running Out - Support the MBEF 2024-25 Annual Appeal Today!

Our Manhattan Beach public schools rely on parent support to maintain the exceptional programs and educators that make our schools thrive. Right now, donations to MBEF are falling short at every school site, jeopardizing this high quality education.

We need every family to participate in the Annual Appeal to raise an additional $700,000 by January 31 st to keep class sizes smaller, fund 70 educators across our schools and preserve beloved programs like MakerSpace, STEAM and VAPA electives. Please do your part and donate today! mbef.org/givetoday/

Order Your Yearbook Today!

Purchase your Meadows Yearbook today and create your child's very own custom page by May 10th. When you purchase your yearbook you will have the option to create two free custom pages for your child and any additional custom pages will incur a small fee.

CLICK HERE TO ORDER NOW.

If you have any questions regarding the yearbook please email Megan Gong.

Our annual Joy with my Boy event and Twirl with my Girl event are just around the corner, and we can't make them happen without YOUR help!

We are looking for a chair or two to help run this year's Joy with the Boy event. Last year, our guys had a great afternoon at Topgolf. Previous years the group has gone to a Dodgers game and rented out a movie theater. Other fun ideas include an afternoon at Dave & Buster’s. If you like to make sure our boys have another fun event please consider being a chair or a volunteer.

It was so nice. We had to do it twice! Twirl with a Girl is back! Once again, the daughter event will be a super fun dance party for our gals this time in March. We have our wonderful chairs, but need extra hands with the party planning. So if you have creative ideas about themes or decorations, and would love to get involved, please join the team. We will also need volunteers on site for decorating, assisting with any activities, and cleanup.

These events are a special tradition for our students and families. Without volunteers, we won't be able to throw these fun and much-needed events for our Meadows School community. Please sign up to volunteer today and help us create unforgettable memories for our Meadows School community!

Email Meadows Volunteers or fill out the Volunteer Form and select the Son and/ or Daughter Events.

Please visit the MBX Website for school schedules and class descriptions.

Click HERE for a current listing of MBX Booster Events and Fundraisers.

Questions? Please contact Sandi Nerad.

MEADOWS SPONSOR SPOTLIGHTS

Sponsorship Spotlight - Billings Beach Homes and Associates

We are incredibly grateful for the generous support of our PTA sponsor, Billings Beach Homes and Associates, trusted South Bay realtors who have been helping families find their dream homes for years. Billings’ approach to real estate is rooted in honesty, integrity, and always putting their clients’ best interests first. Their dedication to serving the community goes beyond real estate, as their sponsorship directly supports Meadows’ school events, programs, and student learning initiatives. Thanks to the support of Billings Beach Homes and Associates, our school can continue to enhance the educational experience for all students. We are so grateful to Billings Beach Homes and Associates for not only helping families find their perfect home but also for investing in the future of our students. Thank you for being such an important part of the Meadows community! To learn more about Billings Beach Homes and Associates, check out his website.

MBEF CORNER

The NEW MB Legacy Open Golf Tournament

Mark your calendars and rally your friends for the inaugural MB Legacy Open Golf Tournament on March 31, 2025 at the beautiful Old Ranch Country Club! Initiated by dedicated MBUSD parents, this exciting event will bring 120 recreational golfers together for a day of fun, friendly competition and community spirit— to support our Manhattan Beach public schools through the MBEF Endowment. Don’t miss this opportunity to tee off for a great cause! Learn more here.

Get Ready to Rock the Ask on March 15th !

Mark your calendar for an unforgettable afternoon of live music, delicious BBQ, and refreshing libations featuring the incredible Wayward Sons! This local favorite will transport you back to the ‘80s with hits from legendary bands like Journey, Queen, and Guns N’ Roses.

This exclusive event is a heartfelt thank-you from MBEF’s generous community partners for supporting our schools. Parents who contribute to the 2024-25 Annual Appeal and meet the ASK of $2,500 per student will receive an invitation in the mail for two complimentary tickets. Don’t miss this epic celebration—your generosity keeps our schools thriving!

NEWS FROM MBUSD

Get Ready for MBMS

Want to learn more about MBMS and what your student can expect on campus? Sign-up for the MBMS Weekly Wave newsletter to hear about school programs, student activities and ways to get involved!

Enrollment & Assistance for Those Displaced by Fires

As wildfires continue to cause destruction in Southern California, it has been a difficult time for thousands across Los Angeles County. Our hearts are with the families impacted by the devastation. We understand that many have been displaced and uprooted from their communities, and MBUSD is here to support them during this challenging time.

The District is ready to welcome displaced students and their families who are enrolling in our schools. Families can simply bring whatever documentation they have to an MBUSD school office. If they don’t have documentation, they can still enroll, and school staff will help with the process to ensure a smooth transition. For more information, please visit here.

In partnership with Redondo Beach Unified and Hermosa Beach City School District, we are coordinating efforts to promote donations to supplybank.org (endorsed by the California Department of Education) and the Red Cross.

The City of Manhattan Beach has also listed ways to help victims. You can find that information here.

IN THE COMMUNITY

Manhattan Beach Library Presents PAPER LANTERN SUN CATCHERS

Join us as we learn about the Lunar New Year and how it's celebrated around the world! Wednesday, January 29 from 3 – 4 pm. Afterwards, we'll create our very own paper lantern suncatchers. For ages 5 - 12 with a caregiver. Click here for details.

Join the Manhattan Beach Hometown Fair Association Board of Directors!

There are four open positions on the Manhattan Beach Hometown Fair’s all-volunteer Board of Directors. Joining the board is a wonderful way to give back and support our wonderful community and continue this 50+ year tradition. Board members meet regularly from March through October to plan and organize the Hometown Fair, taking place this year October 4-5, 2025. The four available roles are: (1) Director of Environmental Services and Communication, (2) Director of Main Stage, (3) Director of Marketing and Communications, and (4) Director of Wine. For more information and to apply, visit mbfair.org or access the application directly HERE.

In-person interviews will take place on Tuesday, March 11, 2025 beginning at 7:00 p.m. at the Joslyn Center. Deadline to apply is March 3, 2025. Please contact recruiting@mbfair.org with any additional questions.