UPDATED The Mustang Minute

The last Student Store of the school year is Thursday, April 24th for all grades. TK/K students may use SKORR cards only. 1st - 5th grade students may use SKORR cards and/or money for their purchases. Please have all SKORR cards separated into stacks of 10 and stapled. Items at the Student Store are priced between 1 SKORR card/$.10 and 20 SKORR cards/$2.

If you are interested in volunteering at the Student Store, please click below, and note there are new volunteer requirements (including TB tests and Live Scan clearance).

Student Store Volunteers - TK/Kinder

Student Store Volunteers - Grades 1-5

Contact Lara Bender or Andrea Golovko if you have any questions.

Scholastic Book Fair is Back April 28 through May 2!

Come on in and get your summer books!!

We are doing something different this year!! Scholastic will be in the library AND during YOUR class library time! We will be open during your class library time, lunch recess (NO MORNING RECESS) and after school!! We will also be making a special appearance at Science Night from 5:30pm to 7:30pm!

Come Volunteer at the Book Fair!

Volunteer during your kid's library time, lunch recess and or after school and get the opportunity to join in the book fair fun!! Sign up HERE!

Get Your e-Wallets Set up for Your Reader!!

Hate sending money with your kids? No problem!! Set up a e-wallet for them! It is an easy transaction and it follows them every where they go! Already have one from previous years? Go ahead and manage your e-wallet and add funds!!

Science Night at Meadows on Friday 5/2

Meadows will be hosting its annual Science Night on Friday, 5/2 from 5-7pm. Come ready to learn and engage in STEM based activities! Highlights include a live science show and hands on science experiments, a magic show with Code Ninjas, glass blowing, and a robotics demonstration. This event is sponsored by the Meadows PTA and complimentary for all Meadows families.

Staff Appreciation Week - Coming Soon!

Get ready to roll out the red carpet because the amazing staff of Meadows Elementary are about to get the spotlight they deserve! From glitzy surprises to blockbuster treats, we’ve got a week of A-list appreciation lined up. Stay tuned for the full lineup of star-studded events happening May 5th to 9th. You won’t want to miss this celebration of our behind-the-scenes heroes! Because at Meadows… the staff are the REAL celebrities.

Order Your School Supplies for the 2025-2026 School Year!

It's time to buy your 1st Day School Supplies! I know it seems early, but before you know it, summer will be here. It's important you order your supplies before it's too late or supplies run out. Start the school year with the exact supplies your teacher requested! Get them today before it's too late!

Volunteer Spotlight

We are glowing with pride thanks to our incredible Binglo Chair, Eunie Cho. Once again it was an unforgettable night of glow in the dark bingo and it’s all thanks to the amazing work and dedication of Eunie. From coordinating the event logistics to securing amazing prizes, she created an atmosphere of excitement and family fun that had everyone glowing. The night was filled with laughter and friendly competition as families came together to enjoy bingo under the neon lights. The prizes were absolutely fantastic, adding an extra level of excitement and making the event even more memorable for everyone involved. Thanks to Eunie’s hard work and creativity, this year’s event was a huge success, bringing the community together in a fun and festive way. Thank you Eunie for your passion, creativity, and dedication—you’ve truly made a glowing impact on our school community! And extra special thank you to Jamie Eng, Amy Kathuria, Nicole Ameln, Christie Ly, Emily Mitchell, Kim Pasquali, Mona Afrashteh, and Michelle Orozco who helped make Binglo happen.

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

Email Meadows Volunteers for more info!

Order Your Yearbook Today!

CLICK HERE TO ORDER NOW by May 10.

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

5th GRADE CORNER

**UPCOMING DATES**

May

5/2: Memory Slide Show Photos Deadline

June

6/3: Peer to Peer Breakfast

6/5: 5th Grade Talent Show

6/10: Begg Pool Party

6/12: 5th Grade Promotion & Promotion Party

MEADOWS SPONSOR SPOTLIGHTS

MBEF CORNER

The Manhattan Wine Auction is May 31, 2025!

Mark your calendars! The Manhattan Wine Auction returns on Saturday, May 31 for an unforgettable evening of food and wine tasting, silent and live auctions, music and dancing, and community celebration in support of our schools.

Exclusive Center Court experiences are on sale now, and general admission tickets go on sale May 1—don’t miss your chance to be part of this prestigious event! For more information visit manhattanwineauction.com/

Join the MBEF Team!

Due to the upcoming retirement of a longtime employee, MBEF is currently looking for a part-time Development Coordinator to support our fundraising efforts and ensure the effective management of donor records. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, analytical, and tech-savvy to maintain high standards of quality, consistency, and accuracy across all development records and reports. This position will provide significant assistance across administration, donor data management, and development, requiring a high level of organization and a functional knowledge of various software solutions and technologies. If you are interested in the role, or would like to learn more, please email communications@mbef.org or call 310-303-3342.

NEWS FROM MBUSD

Green Speaker Series: Green Jobs - Career Pathways for a Sustainable Future

The MBUSD Green Committee is thrilled to host this panel moderated by MBMS Science Teacher Niel Leonard. Come learn about "green" job opportunities and hear from experts in Environmental Law, Finance, Science, Business, Healthcare, Engineering, and Policy. This event is free, open to the public, and not to be missed!

Thursday, April 24th, 7 PM

Grand View Auditorium

2617 Bell Ave, Manhattan Beach

See flyer for details

MBX Happenings

Click here for a current listing of MBX Booster Events and Fundraisers!

IN THE COMMUNITY

Camp RAD 2025

Camp RAD is an all-encompassing academic prep camp with personalized instructional support of Math and English, balanced with art, crafts, and outdoor games. Hosted by Mr. Chao, it's the perfect way to review and get ahead for the school year!

Basically Better Basketball

Basically Better Basketball is offering classes early April through early June through the Manhattan Beach Parks & Rec Department. Your child will get the attention and skill repetition necessary to develop the knowledge and confidence to become a better player.

See flyer here, or click here to sign up your 8-10 year old or 11-13 year old. Registration opens March 3.

Mini Mustang Summer Theatre Camp

Mira Costa Drama Tech students are excited to welcome thespians excited to spend a week at theatre camp! Campers will have fun exploring acting, singing, dancing, improv and more with some games and crafts sprinkled in! Our talented staff is excited to welcome campers from Kindergarten to 5th grade and will create age appropriate groups according to the number of campers registered. The week will end with a short parent showcase around 1pm on Friday. We can't wait to explore theatre with your camper this summer! Open to current Kinder through 5th graders.

Click HERE to register!

Any questions can be sent to dramatechboosters@gmail.com.