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No More Pink Slips!
Go Green Challenge
Meadows Spring Skate - April 21st
Earth Month
Meadows Gear Half Off!
Girl Scouts - Collecting for the Animal Shelter
Stell and Max Fundraiser
Meals for Meadows - Panda Express
Coffee With a Cop - April 20th
Youth Track & Field
Mira Costa Spring Musical
Richstone Pier to Pier Walk
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Issue: #29April 09, 2013
Greetings!

The Mustang Minute is a weekly newsletter for Meadows parents designed to keep you informed about upcoming school events, fundraisers and programs.  If you have trouble viewing this email, read online at www.meadowsschool.org
 
Meadows Volunteer Fair - April 19th

pta membership pleaVolunteering lifts us all up!  The Meadows Volunteer Fair will be on Friday, April 19th from 7:45am - 9.30am at the Meadows & Rowell drop off zones and also 1:45pm - 3:15pm outside the cafeteria. There will be food, raffle prizes, and crafts for the kids!  Our school needs you as we plan for next year! Say you will.... volunteer! There are many choices for a small commitment or a bigger one, for working parents and at home parents. No matter how much time you have to give, there is a project that can use your help! Come meet other parents, get involved and make a difference in your child's life!  For more information, click here for the flier.

TOTE-ALLY AWESOME: THE SPRING BAG FUNDRAISER IS HERE!

It's time to support Meadows while stocking up on stylish sacks! This year we're introducing LOVE Reusable Bags. Made by the same company that produces bags for Billabong and Volcom, LOVE bags are eco-friendly, machine-washable, sturdy and chic. Check out their grocery bags, backpacks, lunch coolers, and everyone's favorite, the Beach Time and Trio Totes-perfect for the beach and Concerts in the Park! Catalogs and order forms are in this week's Tuesday envelopes. Order by Friday, April 19! For more information, see the flier.  Questions? Email Carrie Gilmer: [email protected]

NO MORE PINK SLIPS!

Parents, let's have our voices heard.  Your PTAs are urging ALL parents (and any citizen really) to write a letter to Governor Brown to oppose the inadequate base funding amount proposed under Local Control Funding Formula. The Governor promised that Proposition 30 would be "Education for all," but under his newly proposed plan, Manhattan Beach and districts like ours stand to lose a lot more funding for education. We are asking all parents to send a letter (mailed, not emailed).For a sample letter, click here. Also look for PTA representatives at school with letters to sign. RAISE THE BASE as our students matter too.Students are encouraged to volunteer to help as well. For more information or to get involved in our letter writing campaign, contact Leanne Huebner at [email protected].
Go Green Challenge
 Put your walking shoes on and get ready to go for earth month! This week Grades of Green kicks off the annual Go Green Challenge. All participants who complete at least 50 easy earth friendly activities will receive an award at the spring awards ceremony. The top performer in each grade will get an additional prize.It is a great way to give our kids a chance to think about just how every small action can add up to make a huge impact. Forms can be printed here or are available in the Meadows office. Questions? EmailJohanna Kraus at [email protected].Completed forms are due by Friday May 3 to qualify for an award.

Meadows Spring Skate - April 21st

Join your fellow Mustangs for a Spring Skate on Sunday, April 21st, from 1 - 3:30pm at the Toyota Sports Center in El Segundo.  Tickets are $10 per person, which includes your skate rental.  For more information, see the flier.  Questions?  Contact Emily Macias at [email protected] or Anne Stuart at [email protected].

April is Earth Month!
Grades of Green logoCheck out all we are doing for Earth month and enter the Go Green Challenge Contest. Challenge yourself and your kids to make a difference. When we all do something, the impact is huge.
  • Go Green Challenge Contest (Contest form here!)
  • Souls for Shoes collection
  • Water Bottle collection at entrances
  • Trash Free Lunch - email [email protected] to learn how you can help
  • Take a walk to school on Walk to School Wednesdays or any other day
  • Terracycle Classroom Challenge - Don't' throw out those Capri Sun and empty Scotch tape dispensers.They are worth cash!
Meadows Gear on Sale This Friday

Didn't get your Meadows Gear this year? Need to replace a lost shirt or sweatshirt? You are in luck! All remaining Meadows Gear is now half off! Come see our selection this Friday from 2-3pm at the cafeteria.

Help the Animal Shelter Dogs!

Our Meadows 4th grade Girl Scout Troop 3605 is collecting dog toys, food , and blankets for a dog shelter.We will collect these items this week, April 8-12 . Please put these items into the gift wrapped boxes outside our front office .

 
Let's support our Girl Scouts And the doggies at the shelter!

Stella and Max  - Get a haircut and Meadows gets 40%!

Need a haircut before Mother's Day?  Come to Stella & Max between April 12th and May 12th for a haircut and Meadows receives 40% back from each haircut!!!  Bring the whole family and get spiffed up for mom!!  Call for an appointment at 310-318-1080 and mention Meadows Promo.  For more info, see the flier.

Meals for Meadows - Panda Express

Our next Meals for Meadows fundraiser is at Panda Express on Wednesday, April 24th from 4-10pm. 20% of your order will be donated to Meadows.  Don't forget your flier!

 

MANHATTAN BCH PANDA EXPRESS

125 Sepulveda Blvd.

Manhattan Beach, CA 90266

Coffee with a Cop

Meet and visit with Manhattan Beach police officers & detectives on Saturday, April 20th from 10am to noon at Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf.  Ask questions about the Department, voice concerns, or just stop by to say hello!  Officer Q&A for adults and children!  For more information, please see the flier.

Youth Track and Field Meets

Got a little runner in your family?  Come to the LEGENDS YOUTH TRACK MEETS!!!! All the high school coaches in the area are very excited about these 3 track meets. It's hard to believe that there are no other track meets in the South Bay area for kids to enter. Please see the flier for more information or go to the website: wwww.legendstrack.com

 

If you have any questions or concerns please contact:

 

Jason Druten, West Torrance High School teacher and coach at 310-701-8923 or [email protected]

MIRA COSTA'S SPRING MUSICAL, ANYTHING GOES

theater masksMira Costa recently won 2nd place at the Fullerton High School Theater Festival for their 10-minute scene from Anything Goes. This is a fast paced, singing, tap dancing extravaganza with more than 50 amazing students in the cast, incredible costumes and a live student orchestra. With tickets ranging from $10 to $15, it's the best entertainment deal in town!

April 19, 20, 25, 26 and 27 at 7:30 p.m.; Wed, April 24 at 3:30 p.m. and Sat., April 27 at 2:00 p.m.
For more information, see the flier.  See you at the show!

Richstone Pier to Pier Walk  - April 27th

Come join the FUN and walk with the Meadows Team! Please register for the 26th annual Richstone Pier to Pier walk on Saturday, April 27th at Manhattan Beach Pier. Start time is 8am at the MB Pier, walk to Hermosa Pier, then back. Meadows has formed a team because it's more fun to walk with friends, classmates, and families. Jim Mora, UCLA Football Coach will be joining us as chair of this event this year. Let's walk together and make a difference! The Richstone Family Center is a nonprofit organization dedicated to preventing and treating child abuse, strengthening families and preventing violence in families, schools and communities. For more info about Richstone familiy, please click on the links below:


then click "JOIN TEAM" (Meadows MB)
 
Or
go directly to Richstone's website and be sure to join the "Meadows MB" team
SCRIP...SCRIP...SCRIP!

Stop by the SCRIP table on Friday!  Return your order form from the Tuesday envelope or stop by our Friday SCRIP table. We'll be there from 2-3pm this week! Any questions, contact Alissa at [email protected]