MORE EXCITING EVENTS ARE COMING THIS MONTH!

We will be having our Annual Trunk or Treat with Book Character Costumes later this month, along with our fun Pumpkin Disguise Book Reports!! More information and details will be coming soon! We can’t wait to celebrate a fun-filled October with our Maryvale families!

2 days ago, Maryvale Elementary School
Halloween event banner with a full moon, castle, and kids in costumes, including a skeleton and pumpkin.
Please take a moment to review these important upcoming dates and reminders for Maryvale Elementary School.
2 days ago, Maryvale Elementary School
Calendar with four dates: October 9, 12, 13, and 14, each highlighting different events such as quarter end and teacher workday.

CIRCUS LUNCH WEEK: October 12–16, 2026

Get ready for a fun-filled week! Students will enjoy carnival-style experiences in the Maryvale Café throughout Circus Lunch Week!
On Wednesday, October 14, students may wear circus-themed attire to celebrate!

Please remember: All circus-themed attire must follow MCPSS handbook guidelines and be school-appropriate.

Let’s make Circus Lunch Week a fun and memorable experience!

2 days ago, Maryvale Elementary School
Logo featuring a clown, elephant, lion, and red tent. Text reads "The Maryvale Circus" and "Lunch Week October 14th-16th".

ATTENDANCE CHALLENGE DANCE IS THIS FRIDAY!

We are excited to celebrate our students who have worked hard during our Attendance Challenge!

FREE DANCE PASS:
Students who completed the challenge with perfect attendance will receive a FREE pass to the dance!

DANCE ENTRANCE:
Students who did not complete the challenge may purchase a dance entrance for $2.00 on Thursday.

SNACK PACK PRE-ORDER:
All students may also pre-order a $3.00 snack pack that includes chips and juice.

IMPORTANT:
NO MONEY WILL BE ACCEPTED ON FRIDAY.
All dance entrance fees and snack pack purchases must be paid on Thursday.

2 days ago, Maryvale Elementary School
Flyer shows a pink-colored ghost with a ribbon, text reads "Pink Out Attendance Challenge Dance". Date, time, cost, and sponsors are listed.
Happy National Instructional Coaches Day!

Today we celebrate our amazing instructional coaches for their dedication, support, and commitment to helping teachers and students shine! Thank you for being a source of guidance, encouragement, and inspiration each day. Your hard work makes a difference!

We appreciate you today and every day! 💙💛
2 days ago, Maryvale Elementary School
Celebration of National Instructional Coaches Day on October 6, 2026, featuring photos of two women, Mrs. Bright and Mrs. Thomas, with stars and educational icons.
Happy School Custodian Day!

Thank you for all that you do to keep our school clean, safe, and welcoming every day! Your hard work, dedication, and care do not go unnoticed. We truly appreciate everything you do for our students and staff!

Thank you for helping our school shine! ⭐
6 days ago, Maryvale Elementary School
Blue background with text and three faces. Text reads "Happy School Custodian Appreciation Day October 2, 2026".

We celebrate and thank our amazing principal Mrs. Lewis for the dedication, leadership, and care shown to our entire school community. Your hard work helps create a safe, supportive, and inspiring place where students can learn and grow every day. Your guidance, encouragement, and commitment makes a lasting difference in the lives of students, teachers, and families. We truly appreciate all that you do—often behind the scenes—to keep our school running smoothly.

6 days ago, Maryvale Elementary School
A poster with a smiling woman, Mrs. Lewis, and stars. Text reads "Maryvale Elementary National Principal Month" and "Thank you, Mrs. Lewis."
Parents,

This is a reminder that tutoring starts today and tomorrow from 3:15-4:30pm. Please check your child's bookbag for the invite. You can also contact the school for m ore information.
9 days ago, Carla Lewis
Maryvale Elementary School's Attendance Day Challenge is Still Going Strong! Keep showing up, shining bright, and being present every day! Let's finish the challenge strong, Maryvale Shining Stars! As a reminder, please adhere to the guidelines.
10 days ago, Maryvale Elementary School
A colorful chart shows a week of themed dress-out days, each with specific clothing items to wear.
Greetings Parents,

Due to lack of participation for Extended Day. We will try to resume tutoring on next Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Please check your child's Communication form to see if he or she has been invited. Your child will go home at the normal time school is our today. Thank you!
16 days ago, Carla Lewis
Ahoy, Mateys! Our Pre-K Students Had a Swashbuckling Day!
Our Pre-K students had a day full of fun, adventure, and learning! From pirate parades to searching for hidden treasures in the library with Ms. Chastang, dancing the day away with friends at our pirate dance party, walking the plank, and learning pirate vocabulary with Mrs. Otis, our little pirates had an absolute blast!
A special thank you to our wonderful teachers who helped make this day so memorable: Ms. Deese, Ms. Rembert, Mrs. Burke, Ms. Mitchell, and Ms. Perine! We love creating fun learning experiences and making memories with our Pre-K Shining Stars!
19 days ago, Maryvale Elementary School
A group of people dressed in costumes with a banner reading "Happy Pirate Day" on a paved path.
Four children in pirate costumes stand in a classroom. Three of them have raised hands, and one wears a pirate hat.
Child in a striped shirt with a red pirate hat smiles at the camera. Other children in pirate costumes stand behind.
Children in a school hallway, several in pirate costumes, with adults nearby and a yellow vehicle in the background.
A group of children dressed in costumes stands in a corridor with adults. A yellow toy cart is nearby.
Kids in a classroom standing on various colored foam blocks on a blue mat. A girl in a red and black outfit is smiling.
Kids and adults are in a classroom. They are gathered around a large screen and some are standing or sitting.
A group of children stands in a classroom, holding a banner that says "Happy Pirate Day". Colorful books are on the floor.
Two children hold books, one dressed in pirate costume, the other in blue. They stand near a vending machine and a person with a backpack.
Children play on a floor covered with colorful mats, with some standing on blocks. Others sit nearby.
REMINDER: OPEN HOUSE IS TODAY! See you soon!
21 days ago, Maryvale Elementary School
Flyer invites to Maryvale Elementary School's open house on September 17, 4:00-5:30 PM. Features pirate theme, with pirate hat, treasure chest, and pirate ship.

🔴🟡🔵 Pre-K Celebrated Dot Day! 🔵🟡🔴

Pre-K celebrated Dot Day with fun sorting activities, creative arts and crafts, and a sweet treat of Dots ice cream! What a joyful day of creativity and making their mark!

23 days ago, Maryvale Elementary School
A woman stands with two children in a classroom. She holds a circular object, while the children stand on either side of her.
Several children in blue shirts seated at a table with paper plates, holding and displaying their artwork.
Three children holding paper crafts and a woman stand in a classroom. Behind them are tables, chairs, and a floor mat with smiley faces.
Two children in a classroom with art projects, desks, chairs, and a ceiling light. One holds a white paper creation; the other holds a colorful, abstract one.
Children in blue uniforms sit at tables in a classroom with an adult, engaging in an activity.
A classroom with students at tables, engaged in an activity with papers and crayons.
A classroom with several young children seated at a round table, engaged in activities with papers.
Several young children sit around a blue picnic table, smiling and holding ice cream cups. They wear blue shirts.
A group of children in blue uniforms sit around blue picnic tables in an outdoor area.
Six children wearing blue shirts sit around a blue picnic table in a park, with a tree and benches in the background.

We enjoyed celebrating Dot Day today in the library!Our Shining Stars had a wonderful time watching their artwork turn into a 3D shape with Ms. Chastang.

23 days ago, Maryvale Elementary School
A person in a library, wearing a white shirt, blue pants with colorful pom-poms, and standing on a blue carpet.
Three children sit at a library table, each with papers and pencils. Shelves with books are in the background.
Children in blue shirts sit at a table, engaged in coloring and reading activities. Papers and crayons are on the table.
A child holds a paper with a clock face while sitting at a table. Another child sits nearby, working on a paper. Both wear blue shirts. The table has crayons and clear containers.
Two children seated at a table, one drawing a red apple, and a sign indicating "Table 3" is nearby.
Two children sit at a table with a colorful, drawn ball on top of a Dot Day paper.
A vibrant, colorful ball rests atop a poster with "Dot Day!" in bold letters. The ball features various colored lines and dots.
A colorful, multi-layered sphere with swirling patterns is displayed on a table with a printed sheet. It says "Dot Day!" with a reflection below.
We enjoyed celebrating Dot Day today!
Our Shining Stars had a wonderful time celebrating creativity, individuality, and the importance of making our mark!Thank you to everyone who helped make Dot Day special!
Part 2
23 days ago, Maryvale Elementary School
Three women in casual clothing, standing next to each other. One wears glasses, another wears a Mickey Mouse headband. Background shows a door and bulletin board.
Three women in matching t-shirts stand on a carpet with smiley faces in a classroom.
Three adults and two children stand together in a classroom, on a colorful rug. The adults wear beige shirts. The children wear glasses, a black shirt, and khaki pants.
Woman in polka dot shirt with Minnie Mouse ears standing next to a child in a red and white shirt.
Three children stand together in front of a white wall. They wear casual clothing. One has glasses.
Three girls stand close together against a white wall, smiling. Each wears a different colored top with polka dots.
Check out 1st grade celebrating Dot Day today!
Part 2
23 days ago, Maryvale Elementary School
Several children at desks, painting on circular paper with paint. A cabinet and other desks in the background.
Students at a table, engaged in an activity with plates and art materials. Desks and chairs are in a classroom setting.
Children seated at a table, engaged in an art activity, with tables and chairs around them.
A classroom with children sitting at desks, wearing blue shirts. A child in the front is painting a paper plate.
A woman and two young girls stand together in front of a white brick wall. The woman wears a black shirt, while the girls wear blue and white shirts.

We enjoyed celebrating Dot Day today!
Our Shining Stars had a wonderful time celebrating creativity, individuality, and the importance of making our mark!Thank you to everyone who helped make Dot Day special!
Part 1

23 days ago, Maryvale Elementary School
Five children in a classroom. A teacher with them. A calendar and a bulletin board on the wall.
A bulletin board with "Growing Great Readers" text. Displays colorful flowers, butterflies, and student artwork on a blue background.
A bulletin board displays the text "MATH IS THE COMPOSITION OF GROWTH" with flowers and sun. Rows of papers are pinned with clips.
A white paper displays various math problems, with a black and white patterned border. Next to it, blue droplets with numbers 60, 70, and 80 hang on the wall.
A woman in a white T-shirt and blue pants stands in a classroom. Behind her, a whiteboard displays a list and diagrams.
A woman in a red dress stands with a boy in a green shirt in a classroom.
A woman and three children standing together in front of a tiled wall and blue floor.
Three kids pose for a picture in front of a wall with blue and yellow paper decorations.
A young girl stands smiling in front of a classroom backdrop with colorful butterflies, flowers, and a green border.
A group of children and two adult women stand in a classroom. They wear various outfits. A blue backdrop with red apples is behind them.


Tomorrow is National Dot Day! We are excited to celebrate Dot Day with our students! Dot Day is a fun opportunity to encourage creativity, confidence, and the idea that everyone can make a difference. On Tuesday, September 15, students will participate in dot-themed activities, art projects, and creative challenges throughout the day.
If possible, please have your child wear polka dots shirts or shirts with circles to help us celebrate! Students must wear their uniform bottoms and school shoes.

Thank you for helping make Dot Day a fun and memorable experience for our students!

Keep making your mark!

24 days ago, Maryvale Elementary School
Students may wear dots with uniform pants
A small child holds a broom and bucket, painting a large orange circle with "the dot" in black ink.
Reminder: Grandparents Day will be celebrated tomorrow!

Please come and join us during your grandchild’s grade level time to celebrate this special day together. We look forward to seeing you!
28 days ago, Maryvale Elementary School
Poster with colorful designs including hearts and text "Goodies with Grandparents" on white background. The poster lists event details.

Open House & Pirate Day Reminder!

Dear Parents,

Please mark your calendars for these upcoming events:

September 17th – Open House
4:00–5:30 PM
During Open House, we will review student data and schedule parent-teacher conferences with your child’s teacher.

September 18th – Pirate Day!
Students may dress like a pirate and show their school spirit! Please make sure all Pirate Day clothing is school appropriate.

We look forward to seeing you at Open House and having a fun Pirate Day!

about 1 month ago, Maryvale Elementary School
An open house flyer for Maryvale Elementary School on September 17. Times are 4:00 to 5:30 PM. Dress like a pirate on September 18.