Summer has just begun, Red Hawks, but a little planning now can make back-to-school season a breeze!
As you're enjoying summer adventures, keep an eye on those school supply sales and stock up when you find great deals. We've attached the supply lists for each grade level to help your family get a head start on preparing for an amazing school year.
Find your scholar's grade-level list in the photos or on our website and save it for your next shopping trip!
We hope your summer is filled with fun, family, and memories. We'll be ready to welcome our Red Hawks back to the nest before you know it!
https://www.mckinneyisd.net/o/mes/page/school-supplies
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Our Red Hawks are resting this summer, but we are still here to help! Malvern Elementary Office Hours, May 25 - July 24, 2026. Monday - Thursday 9 a - 3 p. Closed daily for lunch from 12 p - 1 p. Closed Fridays. Malvern will also be closed in observance of the Independence Day holiday June 29 - July 3, 2026. #EveryStudentEveryDay #RedHawksRising
Hey Red Hawks, it's Rocky!
Did you know today is National Milk Chocolate Day? Now that's something worth doing a happy hawk dance about!
Whether it's a chocolate bar after dinner, chocolate chips in your favorite cookie, or a cool chocolate treat on a hot summer day, I hope you enjoy a little sweetness today.
Just remember, Red Hawks know the recipe for a great day:
❤️ Be kind.
💙 Work hard.
🤍 Share smiles.
🍫 And maybe enjoy a little milk chocolate, too!
Have a sweet day, and I'll see you back in the Nest soon!
#EveryStudentEveryDay #RedHawksRising #NationalMilkChocolateDay
Did you know today is National Milk Chocolate Day? Now that's something worth doing a happy hawk dance about!
Whether it's a chocolate bar after dinner, chocolate chips in your favorite cookie, or a cool chocolate treat on a hot summer day, I hope you enjoy a little sweetness today.
Just remember, Red Hawks know the recipe for a great day:
❤️ Be kind.
💙 Work hard.
🤍 Share smiles.
🍫 And maybe enjoy a little milk chocolate, too!
Have a sweet day, and I'll see you back in the Nest soon!
#EveryStudentEveryDay #RedHawksRising #NationalMilkChocolateDay
Mr. Antonio Vega is coming to Malvern! Mr. Vega says, " Hello Malvern families! 👋
My name is Antonio Vega, and I am so excited to be joining the Malvern Elementary family as a bilingual fourth-grade teacher! Originally from Puerto Rico 🇵🇷, I have a passion for helping others discover that learning can be meaningful, creative, and fun.
I believe curiosity is the beginning of every great adventure. My goal is to create spaces where everyone feels welcomed, encouraged, and inspired to use their imagination, ask questions, explore new ideas, challenge themselves, and discover just how much they are capable of accomplishing. Together, we'll celebrate creativity, work hard, and make learning an adventure.
When I'm not in the classroom, you'll usually find me listening to music 🎵, reading or adding another book to my collection 📚, creating arts and crafts 🎨, learning something new 💡, exploring creative ideas, or occasionally participating in local theater productions 🎭. I love being creative and finding inspiration in everyday life.
I can't wait to get to know my students and their families, and I look forward to an incredible school year filled with learning, curiosity, laughter, growth, and unforgettable memories. Go Red Hawks!
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My name is Antonio Vega, and I am so excited to be joining the Malvern Elementary family as a bilingual fourth-grade teacher! Originally from Puerto Rico 🇵🇷, I have a passion for helping others discover that learning can be meaningful, creative, and fun.
I believe curiosity is the beginning of every great adventure. My goal is to create spaces where everyone feels welcomed, encouraged, and inspired to use their imagination, ask questions, explore new ideas, challenge themselves, and discover just how much they are capable of accomplishing. Together, we'll celebrate creativity, work hard, and make learning an adventure.
When I'm not in the classroom, you'll usually find me listening to music 🎵, reading or adding another book to my collection 📚, creating arts and crafts 🎨, learning something new 💡, exploring creative ideas, or occasionally participating in local theater productions 🎭. I love being creative and finding inspiration in everyday life.
I can't wait to get to know my students and their families, and I look forward to an incredible school year filled with learning, curiosity, laughter, growth, and unforgettable memories. Go Red Hawks!
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Welcome to Malvern, Hannah Levonius. Ms. Levonius wants you to know: "Hi, I’m Hannah! I am the proud mother of two teenage daughters. My oldest is heading off to the University of Arkansas this fall, and my youngest is a sophomore at Heritage High School in Frisco.
In my free time, I love cooking and baking for family and friends. I’m excited to join the team at Malvern as the paraprofessional in the DSSC classroom. I look forward to getting to know everyone, supporting our students, and being a positive part of the school community!."
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Malvern Families,
We hope you are enjoying a wonderful summer! We are busy preparing for another amazing school year and can't wait to welcome our Red Hawks back.
Please click the link below for important Back to School information to help your family get ready for the 2026–2027 school year.
We hope you'll join us for Meet the Teacher on Monday, August 10, from 5:00–6:00 p.m., followed by Popsicles in the Park from 6:00–6:30 p.m. We are looking forward to seeing our returning families and meeting our newest Red Hawks.
The first day of school is Thursday, August 13. Our school day is 7:40 a.m.–3:20 p.m.
This year is extra special as we celebrate 25 years of Malvern with our theme, Learning and Leading Together. Leaving a Legacy. We are excited to partner with you to make this a memorable year for every child.
Proud to be a Red Hawk!
Estimadas familias de Malvern Red Hawk:
¡Esperamos que estén disfrutando de un verano maravilloso! Mientras nos preparamos para recibir de nuevo a nuestros estudiantes "Red Hawks", les invitamos a hacer clic en el enlace que aparece a continuación para consultar información importante sobre el regreso a clases y ayudar a su familia a prepararse para el año escolar 2026–2027.
Esperamos verlos a todos en el evento "Conozca al maestro" (Meet the Teacher) el lunes 10 de agosto, de 5:00 p. m. a 6:00 p. m., seguido de la actividad "Popsicles in the Park" (paletas de hielo en el parque) de 6:00 p. m. a 6:30 p. m.
El primer día de clases es el jueves 13 de agosto. El horario escolar es de 7:40 a. m. a 3:20 p. m.
Nos entusiasma celebrar los 25 años de Malvern mientras pasamos el año aprendiendo y liderando juntos, y dejando un legado. ¡Estamos deseando colaborar con ustedes para hacer de este un año increíble!
¡Orgullosos de ser Red Hawks!
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Let's give a special Malvern welcome to Ms. Kenisha Tousant. Ms. Tousant says, "Hello! My name is Kenisha Tousant, and I am honored to serve as the Instructional Specialist at Malvern Elementary. With nearly 20 years in education, I am passionate about partnering with teachers to strengthen instruction and ensure every student has the opportunity to learn, grow, and succeed.
Outside of school, I enjoy spending time with my son, Khylan, creating personalized crafts, and spending time with my Louisiana family! I am excited to be part of the Malvern family and look forward to partnering with our students, staff, and families to make this an incredible school year!"
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Please give a big Malvern welcome to Mrs. Mariajose Leuvano! Mrs. Leuvano says, "Hello Malvern family, my name is Mariajose Luevano. I am super excited to be joining the 2nd grade team as a bilingual teacher. I am a proud alumni of UNT, Go Mean Green! 🦅
Some things that I enjoy doing outside of school is staying active and spending time with my family.
I can’t wait to meet the community of Malvern. I look forward to an amazing school year filled with learning, growth, and memorable experiences!"
"Hola familia Malvern, mi nombre es Mariajose Luevano. Estoy súper emocionada de unirme al equipo de 2º grado como maestra bilingüe. Me acabo de graduar de UNT, Go Mean Green! 🦅
Algunas cosas que disfruto hacer fuera de la escuela son mantenerme activa y pasar tiempo con mi familia.
Que ganas de conocer a la comunidad de Malvern. ¡Espero con ansias un año escolar increíble lleno de aprendizaje, crecimiento y experiencias memorables!"
#EveryStudentEveryDay #RedHawksRising
Some things that I enjoy doing outside of school is staying active and spending time with my family.
I can’t wait to meet the community of Malvern. I look forward to an amazing school year filled with learning, growth, and memorable experiences!"
"Hola familia Malvern, mi nombre es Mariajose Luevano. Estoy súper emocionada de unirme al equipo de 2º grado como maestra bilingüe. Me acabo de graduar de UNT, Go Mean Green! 🦅
Algunas cosas que disfruto hacer fuera de la escuela son mantenerme activa y pasar tiempo con mi familia.
Que ganas de conocer a la comunidad de Malvern. ¡Espero con ansias un año escolar increíble lleno de aprendizaje, crecimiento y experiencias memorables!"
#EveryStudentEveryDay #RedHawksRising
Happy birthday Ms. Ashley!
Welcome Nebai Leon! Ms. Leon says: ""Hello, I’m Nebai Leon, By day, I’m a passionate 2nd-grade teacher 🍎, but my world extends far beyond the classroom. When I’m not lesson planning, you can usually find me hitting a new PR at CrossFit 🏋️♀️, getting lost in a great book 📚, or growing in faith with my church community. Above all, my favorite time is spent making memories with my wonderful family. ❤️ Living life to the fullest, one day at a time! "
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Join us in welcoming Mrs. Silvia Torales! Mrs. Torales is excited to join the Malvern Elementary family! She has been teaching kindergarten for 5 years and loves helping little learners grow, explore, and build confidence every day.
When Ms. Torales is not teaching, she enjoys spending time with her husband, daughter, their two dogs, and visiting with family.
Mrs. Torales can't wait for an amazing school year filled with learning, laughter, and lots of fun!
¡Demos la bienvenida a la Sra. Silvia Torales! La Sra. Torales está muy entusiasmada por unirse a la familia de la Escuela Primaria Malvern. Cuenta con cinco años de experiencia enseñando en jardín de infancia y le encanta ayudar a los pequeños estudiantes a crecer, explorar y ganar confianza cada día.
Cuando no está enseñando, la Sra. Torales disfruta pasar tiempo con su esposo, su hija y sus dos perros, así como visitar a su familia.
¡La Sra. Torales espera con ilusión un año escolar maravilloso, lleno de aprendizaje, risas y mucha diversión!
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When Ms. Torales is not teaching, she enjoys spending time with her husband, daughter, their two dogs, and visiting with family.
Mrs. Torales can't wait for an amazing school year filled with learning, laughter, and lots of fun!
¡Demos la bienvenida a la Sra. Silvia Torales! La Sra. Torales está muy entusiasmada por unirse a la familia de la Escuela Primaria Malvern. Cuenta con cinco años de experiencia enseñando en jardín de infancia y le encanta ayudar a los pequeños estudiantes a crecer, explorar y ganar confianza cada día.
Cuando no está enseñando, la Sra. Torales disfruta pasar tiempo con su esposo, su hija y sus dos perros, así como visitar a su familia.
¡La Sra. Torales espera con ilusión un año escolar maravilloso, lleno de aprendizaje, risas y mucha diversión!
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Welcome Ms. Cortni Turner! Ms. Turner says: Hi! I am Cortni Turner, one of the Developmental Social Skills Classroom Teachers at Malvern! I am super excited to be joining the Red Hawk Nest. This is going to be my 8th year in education and my 3rd in Special Education. I have a passion to help all students feel seen, valued, and celebrated, while helping them reach their full potential along the way.
Outside of school, I live here in McKinney with my dog, Cheese, and my cat Doja. I love exploring new coffee shops, thrifting, reading, and hiking with Cheese.
I am looking forward to having the BEST school year!
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Outside of school, I live here in McKinney with my dog, Cheese, and my cat Doja. I love exploring new coffee shops, thrifting, reading, and hiking with Cheese.
I am looking forward to having the BEST school year!
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Welcome to Malvern Leidy Portes. Ms. Portes wants you to know: "My name is Leidy Portes and I am excited to be joining the team this school year. Four years ago, my husband, our three children, and I moved from New York to Texas, and it has been an incredible journey for our family.
I am passionate about education and love building meaningful relationships with students, families, and colleagues. Outside of school, I enjoy spending time with my family and friends, making memories, and exploring new places together."
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I am passionate about education and love building meaningful relationships with students, families, and colleagues. Outside of school, I enjoy spending time with my family and friends, making memories, and exploring new places together."
#EveryStudentEveryDay #RedHawksRising
Happy National Ice Cream Day, Red Hawk family!
Rocky here, and I’m celebrating the sweetest day of the year the only way I know how ... one scoop at a time! Whether you love chocolate, vanilla, or something a little wild like cotton candy, today is all about enjoying a cool treat with family and friends.
Stay cool, stay kind, and keep soaring high, Red Hawks!
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Rocky here, and I’m celebrating the sweetest day of the year the only way I know how ... one scoop at a time! Whether you love chocolate, vanilla, or something a little wild like cotton candy, today is all about enjoying a cool treat with family and friends.
Stay cool, stay kind, and keep soaring high, Red Hawks!
#EveryStudentEveryDay #RedHawksRising #NationalIceCreamDay
Welcome Ms. Jaquelin Ruano-Hernadez! Ms. Ruano-Hernandez says: "I was born and raised here in McKinney and I'm excited to join the team as a bilingual aide. I'm a recent graduate from McKinney High School where I was heavily involved in the Education and Training Career & Technical Education.
In my free time, I enjoy spending time with family and friends! Supporting students and helping them reach their full potential is something I truly value. I love building positive relationships with students and helping create a fun learning environment for everyone. My goal is to continue growing in the education field and make a positive impact on the lives of students every day."
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Welcome another new Red Hawk, Emily Dunklin! Here are a few words from Ms. Dunklin: "My name is Emily Dunklin, and I graduated from Sam Houston State University with a Bachelor's degree in Education. I recently completed my first year of teaching, where I taught fourth-grade science. This year, I will be teaching second grade, and I am so excited to be working in lower elementary, where my passion for teaching truly shines.
I am originally from a small town near Tyler, Texas, and I am thrilled to become a part of the MISD and Malvern community. I look forward to getting to know my students and their families and creating a classroom environment where every child feels valued, supported, and excited to learn."
I am originally from a small town near Tyler, Texas, and I am thrilled to become a part of the MISD and Malvern community. I look forward to getting to know my students and their families and creating a classroom environment where every child feels valued, supported, and excited to learn."
Welcome Mireya Duarte, Malvern's new Dyslexia Specialist. Ms. Duarte says: "With 20 years of experience in education, I have taught students from kindergarten through third grade in general education, primarily within McKinney ISD. This will be my third year as a Dyslexia Specialist serving students in grades K–5.
As a proud resident of McKinney, I cherish everything this beautiful city has to offer. I’m the mother of a wonderful young lady (15 years old) and an amazing college freshman, happily married to a fantastic husband, and I share my home with two delightful dogs. In my spare time, I enjoy family gatherings, watching films, taking walks, listening to music, dancing, and singing.
I am thrilled to return to Malvern and to be part of this amazing team of educators. I eagerly anticipate the incredible impact we will make together in the lives of the children entrusted to us."
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Happy birthday Mrs. Bables!
Welcome Erika Aguilar, Instructional Specialist. Erika says: "My name is Erika, and I am honored to join Malvern Elementary as the Bilingual Instructional Specialist. I have worked in education for over ten years and have had the privilege of serving students and educators across all grade levels, with a special passion for bilingual education and empowering multilingual learners.
I am excited to join a campus where relationships, collaboration, and student success are at the heart of everything we do. I look forward to partnering with teachers and families to support meaningful learning experiences and help every scholar reach their full potential.
Outside of school, I enjoy traveling, exploring the outdoors, and discovering new restaurants and cuisines. I believe that learning is a lifelong journey, and I am thrilled to begin this new chapter with the Malvern community.
Favorite Quote: “When teachers thrive, students soar.”"
I am excited to join a campus where relationships, collaboration, and student success are at the heart of everything we do. I look forward to partnering with teachers and families to support meaningful learning experiences and help every scholar reach their full potential.
Outside of school, I enjoy traveling, exploring the outdoors, and discovering new restaurants and cuisines. I believe that learning is a lifelong journey, and I am thrilled to begin this new chapter with the Malvern community.
Favorite Quote: “When teachers thrive, students soar.”"
Welcome to Malvern Melissa Lawrence! Ms. Lawrence wants you to know: "I have been with McKinney ISD for the past five years, teaching at Minshew Elementary. I have been an educator for 17 years and believe that building strong relationships with students is one of the most important factors in helping them succeed both academically and personally. Creating a supportive, engaging, and positive learning environment is something I value deeply.
I am the proud mother of one son, Hunter Atkins, who lives in Corpus Christi with his wife. Outside of the classroom, I enjoy spending time with my family and friends, reading, gardening, and spending time with my Boston Terrier, Cosmo.
I am excited to join this new school community and look forward to a wonderful year of learning, growth, and building meaningful connections with my students and their families."
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I am the proud mother of one son, Hunter Atkins, who lives in Corpus Christi with his wife. Outside of the classroom, I enjoy spending time with my family and friends, reading, gardening, and spending time with my Boston Terrier, Cosmo.
I am excited to join this new school community and look forward to a wonderful year of learning, growth, and building meaningful connections with my students and their families."
#EveryStudentEveryDay #RedHawkRising
