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CEI Work

Hello McSwain Community,

As shared at the start of the school year, McSwain was selected as one of just sixty schools across California to participate in the Community Engagement Initiative (CEI). We are proud to be part of Cohort VI and the Peer Leading and Learning Network (PLLN). This initiative is grounded in active listening, shared leadership, and the belief that every voice in our community matters.

As part of this initiative, we have the opportunity to reflect on what makes McSwain unique, welcoming, and exceptional for our students, staff, and families. It also allows us to take a deeper look at areas for growth and how we can ensure that all voices are heard, valued, and seen as members of the McSwain community.

This past weekend, members of the McSwain community, students and staff attended the first in-person CEI engagement meeting. The event brought together over 700 participants from across the state of California to engage in meaningful conversations about strengthening community outreach and engagement. A key focus of the discussion was how schools can continue to authentically engage students, staff, and families. At the heart of strong engagement is listening directly to our community.

As part of this ongoing effort, we will be sending out our LCAP Parent Survey later this week. The survey will remain open over the break, and I strongly encourage all families to participate and share their feedback on how we are doing as a school. The survey will help in providing data to help us continue to improve and highlight the effectiveness of ongoing inttatives.

In addition, students and staff will also be completing their respective feedback surveys to help inform how we respond to the needs of our community. I want to sincerely thank our students, staff, teachers, families, community members, district personnel, administrators, and county partners for their continued collaboration and support as part of our CEI work. We welcome parent feedback as an essential way to continue strengthening our school community.

We look forward to hearing from you and continuing to build strong engagement across McSwain.

Best,
Mr. Pannu
Superintendent

HappyThanksgiving!

Good evening McSwain Families,


As we enter Thanksgiving week, I want to wish our entire school community a very happy holiday. I hope the break provides time to rest, reconnect, and enjoy the people and traditions that mean the most to you. We are grateful for your continued support, your partnership, and all you do to help our students thrive. A friendly reminder that school will be closed next week, Monday, November 24 - Friday, November 28. We look forward to welcoming all students and staff back to campus on Monday, December 1st.


Warm Regards,

Mrs. Sanders

Mustang Weekly 11/7

Mustang Weekly
November 7th, 2025
Veteran’s Day
In honor of Veterans Day, there will be no school on Monday, 11/10 or Tuesday, 11/11, as we take time to recognize and thank all who have served in the armed forces.
πŸ“… Upcoming Events
Monday, November 10
No School – Veteran’s Holiday
Tuesday, November 11
No School – Veteran’s Holiday
Wednesday, November 12
πŸ• Minimum Day
πŸ“‹ Board Meeting-Board Room 5:30PM
🀝 Parent Club Meeting-West Library- 6:00PM
Thursday, November 13
πŸ’¬ PAC Committee Meeting
Friday, November 14
🎨 Color Run – Dress Up Bright!
β˜• DELAC / CafΓ© with the VPs
πŸ“š West Campus Book Fair (Soft Opening)
πŸ… R & R 1st Trimester (5th Grade)

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πŸ“Œ Friendly Reminders & Updates
🧀 Lost & Found Reminder
The Lost & Found will be emptied the last Friday of every month.
Stop by the office anytime to check for missing items.

To try out for any athletic team, students must have a current physical on file and a signed electronic clearance form. Please make sure this is completed before tryouts.
🌟 Special Events & Fundraisers

🎨 McSwain Color Run – November 14, 2025 πŸŽ‰
Get ready for a fun-filled day of color, energy, and school spirit! Students will run, laugh, and get covered in color as they support our school.
Click here to register your student.

πŸ₯ž Saturday, December 6, 2025 – Annual Pancake Breakfast
Join us for a morning of food, fun, and community!
Interested in buying tickets or being a sponsor?
Click here
McSwain School Website
Transportation Log
food drive
Help Support Our Community Food Drive!
Please help by donating non-perishable, unexpired canned food items.

All donations will go directly to the Merced County Food Bank.

Collection bins are located in front of each campus.

Thank you for helping us make a difference in our community!

What's Happening On Campus
Color Run
🎨 Get Ready for Our Color Run! 🌈
We’re thrilled to announce McSwain School’s Color Run happening on Friday, November 14, 2025!
Lets make this our biggest event of the year β€” a fun-filled day where students run, laugh, and show their Mustang spirit! πŸ’™πŸ’›
Families can support by making a flat donation β€” every dollar raised helps fund:
✨ Student Field Trips
✨ Student Incentives & R&R
✨ Fun Fridays
✨ School Dances
✨ Graduation
✨ And many more student activities!

Let’s make this year’s Color Run a new traditionβ€” thank you for helping us support our school with spirit and color!
πŸ‘‰ Sign up today: https://mcswain.pledgestar.com

πŸ“˜ Yearbooks On Sale Now!
2025–2026 McSwain Yearbook On Sale Now! πŸŽ‰
Capture all the fun, memories, and milestones from this school year with your very own McSwain Yearbook!
πŸ’° Pre-order Price: $49
πŸ—“οΈ Order by: November 14th to lock in this price
⏰ Price increases to $54 beginning November 15th
Don’t miss out β€” secure your copy today and remember all the amazing moments that make this school year special! πŸ’™πŸ’›


Birthday Book Club
πŸŽ‚ Birthday Book Club
πŸ“š Celebrate your student’s birthday through our library
πŸ‘‰ Click here to sign up
Download Form to Order Birthday Treats!
book fair
πŸ“š McSwain School West Campus Book Fair ✨
The Literati Book Fair is coming to West Campus from Friday, November 14th – Thursday, November 20th!
πŸ›’ Shop early online!
You can start browsing and shopping now through our online book fair β€” it’s a great way to find your favorites before the in-person event.
🎁 Gift Cards Available!
Families can purchase Literati gift cards for students to use at the fair. It’s a fun and easy way for them to choose their own books!
Thank you for supporting our McSwain Libraries and helping us share the joy of reading with every student! πŸ’™πŸ“–πŸ’›
Community Events
PTC
Parent Club
Intrested in getting involved on campus. See what our parent club has going on Click link here.
PTC
Parent Club Meeting
Weds 11/12, 2025 at 6:00PM
West Campus Library

Thank you for your continued partnership and support!
If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to contact or stop by the school office 209-354-2700. We are open every school day 7:30AM-3:30PM.

Have a great week!
Sara Sanders, Principal
[email protected]
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GROWING LEADERS,
ONE CHILD AT A TIME

Our Mission

McSwain Union Elementary School District, in partnership with the community, is dedicated to excellence and the preparation of all students through a commitment to progressive and comprehensive education in a safe and positive learning environment.