Breaking News!
- Leadership Day is this THURSDAY! - Our annual Leadership Day will be held on Thursday, March 20th. For the first time, this exciting event will take place during the school day, showcasing our incredible student leaders as they sing, dance, and share the leadership skills they’ve developed through our Leader in Me program. We hope everyone can join us, but we kindly ask that all parents RSVP for this event. You can find the QR code on the posters near the MPR, on the invitations sent home, and in this week’s Mustang’s Message down below. We can't wait to celebrate with you!
- APEX Fun Run Fundraiser Starts Monday! We are excited to announce our upcoming APEX Fundraiser, a two-week interactive leadership and character-building program combined with a fitness-focused event to help our school raise essential funds. On Monday, your child will bring home a VIP badge containing a unique access code. Use this code to log in at www.myapexevent.com and register your child. All students will participate in the leadership program and fitness event, regardless of financial contributions. Look for more information below!
- School Site Council Meeting is Wednesday - You’re invited to our upcoming School Site Council (SSC) meeting this Wednesday at 2:40 PM in the Library. We’ll be reviewing the effectiveness of our School Site Plan and discussing ways to better support all students, along with other important topics. Your input is valuable, and we’d love to have you join the conversation! Hope to see you there!
- PTA Board Nominations - Great news! Our PTA has filled the important roles of President and Treasurer this year, but there are still many opportunities for parents to get involved. Events like Bingo Night last Friday wouldn’t be possible without the help of dedicated volunteers like you! If you’re interested in making a difference and sharing your talents, we’d love to have you join us. Check below for ways to get involved! Thank you for your support in making our school community even stronger!
Important Dates to Remember
- March 17 - March 28 APEX Fundraiser
- March 18 & 19 3rd Grade Fieldtrip
- March 19 School Site Counsel Meeting
- March 20 Leadership Day
- March 27 APEX Fun Run
- March 31-April 4 SPRING BREAK
- April 11 Friday Sing Assembly
- April 14-18 4th Grade Gold Rush Play
- April 25 Variety Show
- April 29 SBAC Testing Begins
- May 2nd Friday Sing Assembly
- May 2nd Lunch on the Lawn
The Annual Leader in Me Leadership Day is coming to Mission Meadows on March 20th. We hope everyone who is able to come will RSVP for the amazing event. To RSVP all you need to do is use the QR code below, or connect to this link. We hope to see you there.
We are excited to announce our upcoming APEX Fundraiser, a two-week interactive leadership and character-building program combined with a fitness-focused event to help our school raise essential funds. apexleadershipco.com Our goal is to provide all students with the best education and school experience possible, ensuring they have the tools they need to learn and grow. All students will participate in the leadership program and fitness event, regardless of financial contributions. Look for more information below!
Key Dates:
- Pledging Opens: March 17th
- Event Day: March 27th
How You Can Support:
Register Your Child: On Monday, your child will bring home a VIP badge containing a unique access code. Use this code to log in at www.myapexevent.com and register your child.
Share with Family and Friends: Utilize the "Share Wizard" tool on the APEX website to send donation links via email, text, and social media to at least 10 family members and friends. This broadens our fundraising reach and enhances our success.
Make a Donation: No contribution is too small. Every dollar raised directly benefits our students by funding [specific programs, resources, or improvements.
The California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress (CAASPP) is coming soon. This annual state assessment helps measure student learning and growth in key subjects. Starting on April 29 through May16, students in grades 3-5 will take assessments in English Language Arts and Math, and students in grade 5 will also take a Science assessment. These computer-based tests help students prepare for the future by building skills like problem-solving, writing, and critical thinking. The tests also help teachers and schools understand how well students are learning, ensuring they get effective lessons and the right support.
Parents can help their students get ready for the CAASPP assessments. Here are resources for parents and students that you can access at home:
Parent Information
Student Practice
Starting Smarter – CAASPP - Go to the “Check out the test questions” section for practice problems and answer keys.
CAASPP Practice & Training Tests - Help your student learn the test format, use helpful tools, and practice answering questions.
Smarter Balanced – Sample Questions & Essays - See question types and view sample student essays with scoring explanations.
How Parents Can Help
Encourage your students to keep a positive attitude, and always praise their effort and growth.
Remind students that they are capable and prepared to show their learning.
Encourage healthy habits: Get 8-10 hours of sleep, eat a healthy breakfast, get daily exercise, and arrive at school on time each day.
Talk to your teachers about how to support learning at home.
We appreciate your support to help your students practice and build confidence so they are ready to shine on the CAASPP!
Enrollment for the 2025-2026 school year opens on March 3rd, 2025 and it is continuous.
Please contact the Mission Meadow Office after submitting the enrollment application.
Age eligibilities:
Kindergarten: Birthdate between 09/02/2019-09/01/2020.
Transitional Kindergarten: Birthdate between 09/02/2020-09/01/2021.*
For 2025-26 Grade Level Placement Guidelines click here.
*Students who turn 4 years old after the September 1 cutoff date are encouraged to enroll in preschool programs.
This month, we are focusing on Habit 7: Sharpen the Saw, which reminds us to take care of ourselves so we can be our best in everything we do. Just like a saw needs to be sharpened to work properly, we all need to take time to renew and recharge in four key areas:
✅ Body – Eating healthy, exercising, and getting enough sleep
✅ Mind – Reading, learning new things, and being creative
✅ Heart – Spending time with family and friends, showing kindness
✅ Spirit – Practicing gratitude, enjoying nature, or quiet reflection
When students learn to Sharpen the Saw, they build lifelong habits that promote well-being and balance.
How You Can Help at Home
Parents can support their child by encouraging activities that strengthen all four areas. Here are a few fun ideas to try as a family:
💪 Body: Go for a family walk or bike ride, cook a healthy meal together, or have a dance party!
📚 Mind: Read a book as a family, play a strategy game, or do a fun science experiment.
❤️ Heart: Have a family game night, write notes of appreciation to each other, or volunteer together.
🧘 Spirit: Practice mindfulness or deep breathing, take a break from screens, or enjoy the outdoors.
By practicing Habit 7, children learn that taking care of themselves isn’t just important—it helps them be stronger, happier, and ready to learn!
We encourage you to talk about Sharpening the Saw at home and find ways to make it part of your family’s daily life. Thank you for partnering with us in helping your child grow into a happy, healthy, and well-balanced leader!
California Healthy Kids Survey - We also encourage all parents/guardians to take a quick survey as well, no matter what grade level you child is in. Here is the Mission Meadow CHKS Survey LInk. Please consider taking a few minutes to participate.
LCAP/Blueprint Input Survey -We need your help! It is time to see what is working, not working, and what needs are not being met for the actions and services being provided to our students in VUSD! We will share the community themes out publicly at the April 17th Board Meeting! This is your chance to have a say on how the district allocates funds for your child's education!
Survey: English
Show your school pride with Mission Meadows Spirit Wear! Order forms are available in the office—just fill one out, leave it with your payment, and your child’s spirit wear will be delivered straight to their classroom.
Don’t forget, every Friday is Spirit Day! Wear your Mission Meadows t-shirts and school colors to show your school spirit.
Get your spirit wear today and let’s show our Mission Meadows pride!
- Important Student Check-Out Policy: For the safety of all students, please be aware of our school’s check-out policy:
Photo ID Required: Students can only be released to an adult who presents a valid photo ID and is listed on the student’s emergency contact list.
No Early Check-Outs During Final 30 Minutes: To minimize disruptions during the busy end-of-day activities, students cannot be checked out within 30 minutes of dismissal.
If you need to pick up your child early for an appointment or other reasons, please plan accordingly. We appreciate your cooperation and understanding in helping us maintain a safe and smooth dismissal process.
Learning basic math facts is a cornerstone of academic success, especially for our 3rd-5th graders who are diving deep into multiplication and fractions. These foundational skills are not just classroom requirements—they are the building blocks for more complex problem-solving in middle school and beyond. Strong math fact fluency boosts confidence, improves problem-solving speed, and frees up mental energy to tackle challenging concepts.
We are excited to be able to offer Reflex Math and Frax for your children in the 2nd-5th grade to use and practice at home, as well as i-Ready Math. All students should be doing a minimum of 30 i-Ready minutes (Kinder-2nd) or 45 i-Ready minutes (3rd-5th) each week. We encourage all students to keep practicing their math facts every week at home. Whether it’s through flashcards, apps, or family quizzes, every bit of practice helps. Let’s continue working together to ensure all students sail into the next grade level with the skills they need to succeed.
Mission Meadows Elementary School
Location: 5657 Spur Avenue, Oceanside, CA, USA
Phone: (760)630-7884