National PTA Reflections Art Contest
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THEME: What My Culture Means to Me
The Reflections Art Program has been bringing the arts to life for more than 10 million students since 1969. California State PTA and its members, families and kids are on the forefront of this amazing program, which increases community awareness of the importance of arts in education.
Reflections inspires students of all ages to:
Unleash creative talents and be inspired
Express themselves imaginatively in their artwork
Experience the fun and joy of making art
Tap into critical thinking skills to create art inspired by the annual theme
Receive positive recognition for their original works of art
CATEGORIES:
Dance Choreography
Literature
Photography
Film Production
Music Composition
Visual Arts
DIVISIONS FOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL:
Primary: TK-Grade 2
Intermediate: Grades 3-5
Accessible Arts Division (formerly “Special Artist Division”): All grades welcome
HOW TO SUBMIT: CLICK HERE to submit your Reflections art digitally by October 12th.
Hello Meadows Families! If you didn't order the school supply kit, see here for the 2026-2027 school supplies list for each grade.
We are excited to welcome you to Mira Costa High School’s first home football game of the 2026 season this Friday, August 28th. Our football games are a long-standing tradition where the community comes together to cheer on our Mustangs under the Friday night lights. Please take a moment to review the important information and expectations for attending games at Waller Stadium by clicking here. Thank you for your ongoing support of Mira Costa High School and our athletic programs. We look forward to seeing you at the game!
- Mira Costa Administration
HAPPY FIRST DAY, MBUSD!!! We’re so excited to officially kick off the 2026–27 school year and welcome our students and families back to campus! If you missed it yesterday, don’t forget to watch our #FirstDayMBUSD video!
📸 Keep sharing your first-day moments with us on social media! Tag us and use #FirstDayMBUSD so we can celebrate along with you. Here’s to an amazing 2026–27 school year MBUSD!
E-Bike Safety Certification Registration is Now Open!
MBUSD students in grades 4–12 who ride an e-bike to school are invited to register for the District's 2026–2027 E-Bike Safety Certification classes. These sessions are designed to promote safe riding habits and provide students with the certification required to receive an MBUSD e-bike sticker. Classes will be held at Manhattan Beach Middle School on Saturday, August 22 and Saturday, August 29. Three class sessions are available each day. Space is limited to 25 students per session, and registration is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Students should bring:
A street-legal e-bike with pedals
Student ID
Helmet
Comfortable clothing and sneakers
Please register using the QR code on the attached flyer to reserve your preferred session. We encourage families to sign up early, as sessions are expected to fill quickly.
As we wrap up another incredible school year, we want to congratulate all of our students on an amazing year of learning, growth, and achievement.
To our promoting fifth graders, we will miss seeing you on campus, but we know you are ready for this exciting next chapter. Thank you for the memories you've created and the positive impact you've had on our school community. We are confident you will continue to do great things as you begin middle school.
Congratulations to all of our students on a fantastic year. We hope you have a safe, relaxing, and well-deserved summer, and we look forward to welcoming you back soon.
To our promoting fifth graders, we will miss seeing you on campus, but we know you are ready for this exciting next chapter. Thank you for the memories you've created and the positive impact you've had on our school community. We are confident you will continue to do great things as you begin middle school.
Congratulations to all of our students on a fantastic year. We hope you have a safe, relaxing, and well-deserved summer, and we look forward to welcoming you back soon.
Hello Meadows families! Looking ahead to the 2026–27 school year, we want to share that the Board of Trustees recently approved a new elementary bell schedule designed to create greater consistency across schools, improve campus safety, and support a stronger start to the instructional day.
Beginning next year, all elementary schools — including Meadows — will start at 8:15 a.m., with staggered end times. Students across all elementary schools will also have consistent instructional, recess, and lunch minutes by grade level, including a daily 20-minute recess and a 45-minute lunch period on regular school days.
These updates will also support campus safety by helping schools establish a closed campus at the start of the day and better secure campus access points. Families can review the approved schedule using the link below. We look forward to another great year with our Meadows Mustangs!
Beginning next year, all elementary schools — including Meadows — will start at 8:15 a.m., with staggered end times. Students across all elementary schools will also have consistent instructional, recess, and lunch minutes by grade level, including a daily 20-minute recess and a 45-minute lunch period on regular school days.
These updates will also support campus safety by helping schools establish a closed campus at the start of the day and better secure campus access points. Families can review the approved schedule using the link below. We look forward to another great year with our Meadows Mustangs!
As another school year comes to a close, we want to congratulate all of our students, staff, and families on a year full of hard work, growth, and accomplishments. Thank you for making our school community so special. Wishing everyone a safe, relaxing, and joy-filled summer break!
