Please welcome, Mrs. Kirsten Hammons. Kirsten, says, "My name is Kirsten Hammons. This is my 21st year working as an SLP in the schools. I am a graduate of Baylor University (Sic 'em Bears!) and received my Master's degree in Communication Disorders from the University of Texas at Dallas Callier Center for Communication Disorders. My husband Dan and I have 5 adult children and an adorable 14-year-old golden doodle named Ranger. We love to camp, spend time on the lake, and travel. I have a passion for baking and decorating baked goods- especially cookies and cakes. I'm excited to be helping out at Malvern this school year. Thank you all for being so welcoming!" ❤️🦅

Proud to be a Red Hawk! Orgullosa de ser un Red Hawk! ❤️🦅https://app.smore.com/n/dwv1s

We are excited to welcome Ms. Flor Cruz to our nest! Ms. Cruz says, "Hi! My name is Flor Cruz, and I’m so excited to join the Red Hawk family! I have 4 years of experience working in an ISD education , supporting students from kindergarten through fifth grade. I especially enjoy working with bilingual students and helping them build confidence, grow academically, and personally. I am currently nearing the completion of my Bachelor’s degree in Organizational Leadership with an emphasis in Teacher Preparation, as I work toward my goal of becoming a bilingual certified teacher. I’m passionate about building meaningful relationships with students and families and creating a positive and supportive environment where every student can succeed. I’m so excited for this new chapter and look forward to an amazing school year with the Malvern community!" ❤️🍎

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Dear Red Hawk Families -

Please be aware that today, August 18, 2026, Malvern Elementary students and staff participated in a campus emergency drill. This was a Fire Drill according to our Standard Response Protocol. Students and staff have discussed our campus emergency procedures and we will continue to review these throughout the school year.

Student safety is always our top priority and practicing these drills further prepares our students and staff for emergency situations.

For additional information regarding our emergency procedures, please visit our website. As always, we appreciate your support to keep our students safe and focused on learning.

https://www.mckinneyisd.net/o/misd/page/emergency-management

Sincerely,


Karin Moglia

Secretary

🏈 It’s Elementary Night, Red Hawks! 🏈

Come show off your Malvern spirit and cheer on the team! Join us for a fun night under the Friday night lights with our school community.

Event Details:

📍 Location: MISD Stadium

🎟️ Tickets & Info: Scan the QR code on the flyer to get your tickets early!

Wear your school colors, bring your family, and let's make some noise for our school! See you there! 💙 Red Hawk Pride!

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Give a warm Malvern welcome to Ms. Kendall Hamilton! Ms. Hamilton says, " Hi! My name is Kendall Hamilton, and I’m a proud graduate of McKinney High School, Class of ’26. I’m so excited to be joining the Malvern family and beginning my journey in education. I’m passionate about working with children, helping them learn and grow, and creating a positive and supportive environment where every student feels valued. I’m grateful for the opportunity to be part of the team and look forward to meeting everyone, learning along the way, and making a positive impact in the school community. I’m so excited to start this new chapter!"

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We're ready to have a wonderful full week of learning, leadership, and legacy, Red Hawks! ❤️🦅 https://app.smore.com/n/pbzg1

Red Hawks, Meet Ms. Ariel Vantreese, our new Restorative Coach.

Hi everyone! My name is Ariel Vantreese, and I am excited to join the team as a restorative coach. I am currently pursuing my master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at the University of North Texas. I am passionate about supporting children and helping them build the confidence to be their best version of themselves. I look forward to building positive relationships with staff and our students. Outside of work and school I enjoy traveling, coffee, and spending time with my family and my two cats.

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It's National Lazy Day... but not for this Red Hawk!

Hey, Red Hawks! Rocky here! I was thinking about spending today lounging in my nest... but then I remembered...

🎉 It's Meet the Teacher Night! 🎉

I can't wait to welcome all of our amazing scholars and families back to Malvern!

📚 Meet the Teacher
🕔 5:00–6:00 p.m.

Come meet your teacher, find your classroom, drop off school supplies, and get excited for an incredible year ahead!

Then join us for Popsicles in the Park!
Cool off, connect with friends, and celebrate the start of another fantastic school year with your Red Hawk family.

So, save the lazy day for another time—today is all about new beginnings, smiling faces, and making sweet memories!

See you tonight!

❤️ Rocky the Red Hawk

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Welcome Mrs. Claudia Cuevas to her new role. Claudia says, "Hi! I’m Claudia Cuevas, and I am excited to serve as Malvern’s Office Clerk! I have proudly been with McKinney ISD for 25 years, previously serving as a bilingual aide, and I am excited to begin this new chapter supporting our students, staff, and families in the front office.

I have been happily married for 15 years, and God has blessed me with three amazing children and two wonderful grandchildren. Outside of school, I enjoy spending time with my family, going to church, cooking, and dancing.

I am proud to be part of the Malvern family and look forward to welcoming and serving our Red Hawks each day!"

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Welcome Ms. Irene Espino. Irene says, "Hello, I am Irene Espino, and I am incredibly grateful and excited to join the Malvern family as a Special Education Aide. Building meaningful relationships with students and their families is something I value deeply, and I look forward to creating a safe, supportive, and encouraging environment where every child can learn, grow, and thrive. I am passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of my students and helping them reach their full potential.

When I’m not at school, I love spending quality time with my three children, making lasting memories with my family, and attending church. Faith, family, and serving others are at the heart of who I am, and I can’t wait to be a part of the Malvern community. I look forward to an amazing school year filled with growth, learning, and meaningful connections!"

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Our team is growing with the best! Welcome, Ms. Tomayah Briggs our PE Aide. Ms. Briggs say, " Hello, my name is Tomayah Briggs. I also go by Mayah for short. I went to McGowen Elementary School. After becoming a McGowen alumnus, I finished the rest of grade school in Plano ISD. I graduated from Plano Senior High School in June 2019. I earned an Associate's Degree in Science at Collin College which further led me to earning a Bachelor's Degree in Kinesiology at Angelo State University, and a Master's Degree in Kinesiology at Tarleton State University. During elementary school, PE was my favorite class of the day. I enjoyed learning health related facts and playing games. I am the new Physical Education Aide at Malvern Elementary School, and I am excited to be a part of the Malvern Family."

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Welcome, Mr. Gabriel Ra! Mr. Ra is our Licensed Specialist In School Psychology (LSSP).

Hello Malvern, Red Hawks! My name is Gabriel Ra, and I am thrilled to join the community this year as the bilingual school psychologist at Malvern Elementary! I hold an Educational Specialist degree from Baylor University and just recently moved into McKinney myself. What a beautiful city! My passion is collaborating closely with teachers and families to create a safe, supportive environment so that ultimately the children can thrive. Outside of school, I love playing board games with friends and rock climbing. I'm looking forward to meeting you all!

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Hawk-y, Hawk-y, HOORAY! It's National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day!

Hey Red Hawks! Rocky here, and I have a very important question...

🍪 Soft and gooey?
🍪 Crispy and crunchy?
🍪 Or fresh from the oven with melty chocolate chips?

No matter how you enjoy your chocolate chip cookies, today is the perfect excuse to treat yourself!

As you're enjoying your favorite cookie, remember that just like our Red Hawk family, the best things are even sweeter when they're shared.

Tell me in the comments:
🥛 Do you dunk your cookies in milk?
👍 Give this post a "like" if chocolate chip cookies are your favorite!

Have a sweet day, Red Hawks!

❤️ Rocky the Red Hawk

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Welcome Ms. Myia Ramsey into her new role. Myia say, "I am a first- year Special Education Teacher in the FAC department at Malvern Elementary, where I am excited to begin my third year as a part of the school community. I am passionate about creating a supportive environment where students feel valued and empowered to reach their full potential. I strive to teach with grace, patience and compassion while helping each student recognize their unique strengths and abilities.

Outside of school, I am a proud mother of three wonderful daughters. I enjoy cooking, reading and spending quality time with my family during our favorite movie nights. I am grateful for the opportunity to serve my students and look forward to making a positive difference in their lives each day."

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Let's give a warm Malvern welcome to Mrs. Karin Moglia. Karin says, "Hello! My name is Karin Moglia (pronounced Mōlia). A little bit about me: my husband, John, and I have three children, Caylyn, Brendan, and Jacqueline (Jackie). John and I moved to McKinney from Bellaire, Michigan. We have two dogs. Boujee is a Red Fox Labrador Retriever. Mabel is Springerdoodle. They make me laugh every day. Previously, I spent three years as the registrar for my youngest daughter’s elementary school and absolutely loved working with the students, families, and staff. I can’t tell you how excited I am to be the new secretary at Malvern and to meet and work with all of you! Go Red Hawks!"

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Welcome to Malvern Ms. Cristine Rosas! Ms. Rosas says: "My name is Cristine Rosas, and I am excited to be transitioning from Malvern Preschool to the elementary as a paraprofessional this school year!
I am currently attending Texas Tech University, where I am pursuing my degree in Elementary Education. I have a passion for working with children and am excited to continue supporting students as they learn, grow, and reach their full potential.

Outside of work, you can usually find me at a baseball field cheering on one of my kids. I love spending time with my family and staying involved in all of their activities.

I'm looking forward to meeting all of you and the amazing families as we begin this new school year."

#EveryStudentEveryDay #RedHawksRising

Let's give a warm Malvern welcome to Mrs. Cassidi Beracochea. Cassid says, "Hi! My name is Cassidi Beracochea, I am so excited to be returning to a campus close to my heart. I taught special education in Resource at Malvern for 9 ½ years before beginning my career as an Educational Diagnostian and after a year and a half into my new position, I am returning to Malvern! Before coming to McKinney ISD, I taught in a bilingual early childhood program for children with disabilities for 12 years, so I have been working in education for 23 years.

I love what I do and enjoy the role I serve in identifying disabilities and helping with recommendations for services to support students in the school setting.

On a personal note, I have been married to my high school sweetheart for over 25 years and we have a 22 year old son who just graduated from college and an 18 year old daughter who is beginning her college career this fall. We also have a rat terrier mix who is like my third child, Lola. We are a big soccer family and have spent many years going to both, my daughter's and son’s games in high school, college and club ball. I love spending time at the lake on the boat, and in the sunshine and that is where I spend most of my summer break every year. I am looking forward to seeing so many familiar faces and to meeting new ones."

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