Newsletter #9

Posted Date: 10/10/25 (1:45 PM)

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Maxson Elementary

Newsletter #9

October 10, 2025

🌟 October Leaderworthy Trait: SELF-DIRECT Think • Choose • Act 🌟

Dear Maxson Families and Friends,

This month, we are focusing on the Leaderworthy Trait: Think, Choose, Act. Students are learning that every decision begins with a pause to think about their options, to choose the best response, and then to act in a way that shows responsibility, respect, and kindness. Whether it’s solving a problem with a friend, deciding how to use their time in class, or handling challenges at home, “Think, Choose, Act” helps students practice self-control and good judgment. Together, we are building leaders who make positive choices every day!

Thank you for your continued partnership in helping our students grow, thrive, and achieve their full potential.

Important Dates/Reminders in October:

🌎 Great California ShakeOut – Thursday, October 16

💚 Wear your Maxson/Green T-Shirt -- October 17

❤️ Red Ribbon Week – October 20–24

📝 Parent Meeting -- October 24

🎃 Halloween Parade -- October 30

👻 No School- Friday, October 31, 2025

In Unity,

Vicky Reyes

Follow Maxson on:

📲 Instagram: @maxson_falcons

📲 Facebook: Maxson Elementary School

The Great Shake Out

Thursday, October 16, 2025

On this day, our school (along with millions across California) will participate in a statewide earthquake drill. Everyone will practice what to do during an earthquake—Drop, Cover, and Hold On—so we’re prepared, calm, and safe.

Please talk with your child about the drill beforehand and remind them it’s just a practice to keep everyone ready.

Unity Day – Wednesday, October 22 🧡

Join us in standing together for kindness, acceptance, and inclusion! On Unity Day, we encourage all students and staff to wear orange to show that we are united against bullying. Together, we can create a safe and supportive school where everyone belongs.

Red Ribbon Week is Coming! ❤️🎀

Join us in celebrating Red Ribbon Week, October 20–24! This week is all about making healthy choices and showing our commitment to being drug-free. Each day will have fun activities and themes to help spread the message. Let’s work together to support our students in making positive choices for their future!

Max Learning: 6crickets (click)

📢 MAX LEARNING After-School Classes

Classes are posted:

✅ Visit 6crickets.com

✅ Search for Maxson Elementary

✅ ALL classes are held on campus

Let’s grow, learn, and thrive in MAX LEARNING!

📚 Library After School Access

Our school library is open daily afterschool until 3:30 PM.

Students must sign in when they arrive.
They can return and check out books.
Space is available to complete homework.
Students may also take AR tests.
Please remind your child to return books on time so everyone can enjoy them.

📙 📗 Parents are welcome to come to the library after school and check out books too! 📙 📗

Success Starts with Showing Up!

Below is our regular daily schedule:

Mon, Tue, Wed: 7:55 AM–2:35 PM
Thu, Fri: 7:55 AM–1:50 PM

Be an Attendance H.E.R.O.= HERE. EVERYDAY. READY. ON-TIME.

✨ ✨Regular attendance helps students succeed in school, build friendships, and develop lifelong habits for future success. ✨ ✨

📵 No Cell Phones at School 📵

📵 Why No Cell Phones at School? 📵

At Maxson, we want our students focused on learning, friendships, and fun—not screens. Cell phones can cause distractions in class, take away from valuable learning time, and sometimes lead to problems like lost or damaged devices.

By keeping school a cell phone–free zone, we help create a safe, focused, and supportive environment for every child. Thank you for partnering with us to put learning first! 💙✨

🥕 Food Pantry

Our Walk-Up Food Pantry is here to support our ALL families!

The next Walk-Up Pantry will be on

Thursday, 10/16/25, & 10/30/25 from 2:00–6:00 PM at the MVSD Family Center, located at 2740 Mountain View Road, El Monte, CA 91732.