THE MUSTANG MINUTE

November 11, 2024

MARK YOUR CALENDARS & QUICK LINKS


**UPCOMING DATES**


November


11/11: No School: Veteran's Day

11/12-22: MBEF Expo at Meadows

11/16: Meadows Parent Party

11/20: MBEF Giving Day

11/21: PTA General Meeting @ 8:15 am

11/22: Square 1 Art Fundraiser Deadline

11/25-29: No School: Thanksgiving Break

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QUICK LINKS


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Meadows Events Calendar


Meadows Website


Volunteer @ Meadows!


Join the PTA!


Report an Absence


MBUSD School Year Calendar


MBUSD Volunteer Requirements

A Message from the Principal

In case you missed it, click HERE for Mrs Krz's weekly newsletter!

Meadows News & Programs

The Parent Party is This Saturday - Purchase tickets now!


Our Parent Party fundraiser at Tin Roof Bistro is this Saturday, so hurry and book your tickets now! so hurry now and book your tickets!


Saturday, November 16th from 6pm-10pm.


Dinner is included, featuring many of Tin Roof's favorite menu items (vegetarian items too).


Enjoy cocktails from Tin Roof's "Gold" liquor shelf and several wine varietals & beer options.


Music from popular DJ, Second-Song, who has entertained at many South Bay fundraisers.


Your ticket also includes access to a Silent Auction that will have many incredible items to choose from. You DON'T want to miss this event!


*Unable to come? Please consider purchasing a ticket as a donation to the school. Its a write off!

Meadows Spirit Wear!


More Stock and New Items coming soon.


Pre-order yours today (Order window closes 11/15).


Shirts, PJs, hoodies and more! We've got stock coming. Be sure to place your order this week so your items are included in our second wave of gear. Last chance before the end of the year. Think of what great gifts these items could make. Please be sure to place your order by Friday, November 15th. If you have any questions about ordering, please contact Cindy Marian.

Order Now - Square 1 Art Fundraiser


Square1 Art is a company that takes student artwork and turns it into a variety of products, such as note cards, water bottles, mugs, key chains, ornaments, jewelry, pillowcases, magnets, totes, and more! Students have already created art and a personalized catalog will be sent home soon. Artwork is already uploaded to the site so check out the link above if you are eager to start shopping (Free Shipping this year!!). Order Deadline is NOV 22nd. *More details to come*

Mustang Trot is coming Dec. 6th!


It's that time of year when our Mustangs lace up and get ready to run for our school in the BIGGEST fundraiser of the year! We need everyone to spread the word so we can hit our goal! Click HERE or anywhere on the flyer to sign up and begin collecting donations today! You and our kids make the magic happen at Meadows, so let's get ready to Mustang Trot on Dec. 6!


For any questions, email Eunie Cho or Cindy Marian!

Get your holiday cards with Minted.com!!


Got your photos taken? Have an idea what your holiday card is going to look like? Meadows is partnering up with Minted.com! Receive 20% off and they will donate 15% back to our school! Look out for flyers in your kids' folders which will have our special code in there! Enter in the code at check out!


Halloween Candy Drive


Did your Mustang collect more Halloween candy than they could possibly eat? Girl Scout Troop 10885 is hosting a candy drive and they would love your donations. Drop off your candy in the box in the front office between 11/11 and 11/20. All candy will be donated to Shared Bread, an amazing local organization providing nourishment and care to our community members in need.

Manhattan Beach Elementary School Charity Baseball Tournament


Save the dates, January 11th-12th, for the Manhattan Beach Elementary School Charity Baseball tournament benefitting each Elementary School's PTA and the MBUSD Special Education Department! All 3rd, 4th, and 5th graders are welcome. The teams will be co-ed, by grade level, and no experience is necessary!!! Come represent your school, have some fun, and raise money for a great cause! Registration will open soon!

Volunteer Spotlight


We're overflowing with gratitude for Andrea Sullivan, Meadows parent and Manhattan Village Florist owner. Andrea hosted a super fun floral workshop to help raise money for our school. Attendees had an evening of fun, flowers, and friends, as they learned how to craft the perfect floral arrangement. A special bouquet of thanks to Cindy Marian for providing drinks, snacks, and opening up her home for the event. Thanks also to all the attendees for supporting Mustang Socials! If you missed out on all the fun, stop by Manhattan Village Flower Shop, on 9th and Sepulveda or go to Manhattan Village Flowers to see what Andrea can arrange for you! 


Do you know a volunteer who deserves a shout out? Nominate them for our next Volunteer Spotlight.


Email us for more info about volunteering!


Want to host a Mustang Social of your own? Email Eunie Cho!

MBEF CORNER

MBEF Pledges to You


MBEF pledges to continue the essential programs that parents prioritize and that enhance the education of our students at every grade level. We pledge to keep class sizes small to maximize personalized instruction. We pledge to fund libraries at our schools so children can develop a love of reading. We pledge to fund PE Teachers who will keep students active, engaged, and healthy. We now ask you to please pledge to the MBEF Annual Appeal so we can ensure this enriched education continues for every student today and for years to come.

MBEF EXPO In Our Schools Continues Through November 22


Join us for the MBEF EXPO in Our Schools through November 22. Parents are invited into the classroom to see how the programs funded by donations to the MBEF Annual Appeal are brought to life. Check out Library, MakerSpace, Music, PE, and Science Lab. All EXPO visitors should present a photo ID at the front office.

PedalAce E-Bike Certification Course


PedalAce, a local company started by South Bay parents, has designed a kid-focused on-line e-bike safety course that also meets the district requirements for MBMS and MCHS e-bike parking. The 90-minute course covers everything students need to safely share the road. PedalAce is offering the course at a 50% discount to local families and will donate 10% of sales to MBEF.


Sign up for the online PedalAce course.

MEADOWS SPONSOR SPOTLIGHTS

NEWS FROM MBUSD

MBX Happenings


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

Honoring Veterans Day


On Monday, November 11, we pause to honor the courage, dedication, and sacrifice of all who have served in the United States Armed Forces. We are deeply grateful for the service of veterans and for the support of their families. This Veterans Day, we also thank and honor members of our MBUSD community who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces. Thank you for your selfless service to our country.  


In observance of the Veterans Day holiday, there will be no school on Monday, November 11, 2024, and all MBUSD schools and District offices will be closed.


Additionally, the City of Manhattan Beach will hold its 27th Annual Veterans Day Ceremony on Friday, November 11 at 11:00 a.m. at Veterans Parkway. You can find all the details here.

MCHS Fall Production, Anatomy of Gray - Tickets Now On Sale!


Tickets are now on sale for Mira Costa’s award-winning Drama/Tech department’s fall production, Anatomy of Gray. This thought-provoking story follows young June, who, after losing her father, wishes for a healer to save her small town. When a mysterious doctor arrives in a balloon, hope turns to chaos.

 

“Every year, we reflect on our recent seasons to identify new challenges and diversify the genres we offer. After two years of comedic productions, we chose Anatomy of Gray for its relevant themes and the rich, dramatic roles it offers our actors—providing them with deeply emotional material set against gritty circumstances,” says Director and Co-Producer, Jonathan Westerberg.

 

The show opens on Friday, November 8, at 7:30 p.m. in the Small Theatre at Mira Costa and runs through November 16. This show is recommended for students middle school age and older. You can purchase tickets here.

Math Kangaroo at MBUSD


MBMS Math Club is hosting the Math Kangaroo Competition on March 20th from 3:30-4:45 PM. Please register by December 31 to get a discount and select MBMS as the school site.

IN THE COMMUNITY

Manhattan Beach Santa Sleigh


Routes and schedule can be seen here.


Additionally, this year Kiwanis of MB, along with the Neptunian Women’s Club, are hosting a pancake breakfast fundraiser, with events for the kids, to be held at the Jocelyn Center on November17, 2024.