Exciting Announcement!
We are thrilled to announce our Teacher of the Year—Ms. Bailey! She has been an incredible force in the classroom, inspiring students every day and going above and beyond in all she does. Thank you, Ms. Bailey, for your dedication and passion!
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We’re also excited to celebrate our Paraprofessional of the Year—Mrs. Zaccarella! She keeps everything running smoothly, providing support to both staff and students with kindness and efficiency. Her hard work behind the scenes truly makes a difference!
Please join us in congratulating both of these outstanding individuals for their dedication to our school community!
Happy National Hat Day!
It was so much fun seeing so many Colts rocking their awesome hats today! From silly to stylish, our students brought their A-game! Here are a few pictures from our Hat Day celebrations — what a great way to add some extra fun to our school day! Thanks to everyone for participating and showing off your hat-titude!
Kindergarten Creators in Action!
Today, our amazing kindergarten students showed off their creativity and perseverance in the library as they worked on problem-solving using Keva Planks. Look at these incredible bridges they built! Their teamwork, imagination, and determination truly shined through every structure. We're so proud of these little builders and can't wait to see what they create next! Keep up the fantastic work!
What an AMAZING Safety Patrol!
This morning, our incredible safety patrol was full of energy and positivity, greeting each student with a smile as they arrived at school. There's truly no better way to start the day than with such a warm, welcoming atmosphere! Thank you to our safety patrol for spreading good vibes and making sure everyone feels safe and cared for. Your enthusiasm sets the tone for a great day ahead!
Exciting Times for Our Fifth Graders!
Today, our amazing counselor met with our fifth graders to talk about the upcoming transition to middle school, including the middle school schedule and elective selection! Our students are feeling a mix of excitement and anticipation as they prepare for this big step. We’re so excited to hear about their elective selections! We know they’re going to make great choices and thrive in middle school!
Hello Minshew families,
We can't wait to see our Colts back at school tomorrow morning! Please take a few minutes to review the Colt Express Newsletter to catch up on our news.
Go Colts!
A special thank you to our amazing principal for treating our teachers to a warm start this week! While the temperatures dropped outside, she opened doors and greeted our students at the carpool line with a smile, making sure our morning carpool teachers stayed cozy inside. Her thoughtfulness and dedication to both students and staff make our school community stronger every day!
Happy New Year Minshew families!
We hope you had a wonderful holiday break. Please click on the link to read the latest Colt Express newsletter: https://secure.smore.com/n/a5jh1
Remember, no school on Monday...see you bright and early on Tuesday, January 7th.
Go Colts!
Hello Minshew families,
Student Council is selling Reindeer Antlers! They have a pop-up shop every morning this week from 7:30am - 7:45am in the main hallway. Each set of antlers is $4, cash only.
Thank you for supporting our Minshew Student Council.
Go Colts!
Wow! This is the last week before Winter Break! We're making it a little more special with a fun week of dress up days, please be sure to click on the link for more details. https://secure.smore.com/n/dvz7r
Go Colts!
Our Lost & Found is getting quite full! If you've misplaced any items, please take a moment to stop by and see if they belong to you. With the colder weather rolling in, some of these jackets will definitely be needed! Let's get everything back to its rightful owner! Thanks for checking!
Kids Holiday Shop
Hosted by Minshew PTA
Wednesday, Dec. 11 - Friday Dec. 13
Science Lab
8:30 am - 2:00 pm
All items priced between $0.25 to $10
Cash only please
Happy Sunday,
We only have two weeks left before the holiday break and they are full of fun events! Please review the latest Colt Express newsletter to stay caught up on Minshew news. https://secure.smore.com/n/16k35
See you tomorrow!
Jennifer Larriviere, Principal
Minshew Elementary 20th Anniversary - In Our Twenties Era
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Taylor Swift has enjoyed tremendous success with her “Eras Tour”, and Jennifer Larriviere decided to echo the popstar’s trend as our district celebrates the 20th anniversary of Minshew Elementary.
“We’re moving into our 20’s era so it’s about honoring the past, our journey to get here, and then it’s also having that vision for the future.” Larriviere is the current principal of Minshew, and she was honored to commemorate this milestone with current and past educators from the campus.
Welcome back! We hope you had a restful Thanksgiving break and are ready to finish the semester strong. Click here to read the latest Colt Express newsletter: https://secure.smore.com/n/c0fnk.
We will see you bright and early tomorrow morning.
Go Colts!
We are so grateful for our wonderful school community! As a reminder, Minshew Elementary will be closed for Thanksgiving Break from November 25-29. Classes will resume on Monday, December 2nd.
The next Colt Express newsletter will go out on Sunday, December 1st. With that, we wish you and your family a joyous and safe holiday.
Go Colts!
Tomorrow is a big day at Minshew! Check out our handy timeline below:
Morning: Colt Celebrations @ 8:15am in all classrooms. We love to celebrate our students and their achievements.
Midday: Friendsgiving Lunch will be during all grade level lunches starting at 10:30am.
PTA Spirit Store: will be open during all grade level lunches starting at 10:30am.
MacTown Food Drive: it's a great day to drop off a donation to the food drive. All grade levels are collecting Canned Corn & Canned Green Beans. The grade with the most cans collected will win a Glow Party!
See you soon. Go Colts!
Hello Minshew families,
Can you believe we only have one week before Thanksgiving break? This week is going to fly by! Make sure to read the latest edition of the Colt Express Newsletter: https://secure.smore.com/n/vm8be
Go Colts!
Minshew is kicking off World Kindness Day by creating a Wall of Gratitude.
Want to let that special teacher or staff member know how THANKFUL you are for them? Fill out the google form below and we will do the rest.
https://forms.gle/jBJJXpE88qRynVf26
Celebrating 20 Years of Excellence at Minshew!
It’s hard to believe that Minshew opened its doors at the start of the 2004-2005 school year with just 700+ students. Today, we stand proud as a thriving community, continuing the legacy of our namesakes, Gary & Bobbye Jack Minshew.
This year, as we mark our 20th anniversary, we take a moment to honor the incredible impact Gary & Bobbye Jack Minshew had on McKinney ISD. From Gary’s dedication as a teacher, principal, and assistant superintendent, to Bobbye’s 26 years of inspiring students and leading countless organizations at McKinney High, their contributions shaped the foundation of our school and community.
Here’s to 20 years of growth, pride, and tradition. Proud to be Minshew Colts, and excited for the next 20!
