Meadowlark Elementary School

10/13/2026

Miss Avila is helping Meadowlark students build confidence and become the best they can be! You can often find Miss Avila in the library, supporting students as they learn, grow, and discover new possibilities.

This week, the Scholastic Book Fair is set up in the Meadowlark library! Families can shop during the school day and during parent-teacher conference times. Stop by to find your next great read, or add funds to your student’s account online.

Shop the Book Fair: https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/meadowlarkelementaryschool2

10/12/2026

🧑‍🤝‍🧑 Meadowlark students were officially sorted into their school families today!

Our 4th and 5th-graders will serve as mentors to their younger classmates, building connections and fostering a sense of community. We look forward to watching these students grow as both mentors and mentees throughout the year!

10/08/2026

🧼 🫧 Learning how to keep those hands clean!

Meadowlark Elementary kindergarten and first-grade students participated in a handwashing demonstration with Jane from K-State Extension Wild West District. Students learned why proper handwashing is important and how it helps keep germs away.

10/07/2026

Conference Reminder! Please plan to attend your scheduled conference time next week. Letters with your scheduled date & time were sent home with students. If you have any questions about your conference time or need to reschedule, please contact the school office or your student’s teacher(s). We look forward to visiting with our families and celebrating our students’ growth!

Parent-Teacher Conferences are next week! Parents, please make sure you know your scheduled date and time and make arrangements to attend. Next Wednesday is already the last day of the first quarter!

10/07/2026

10/07/2026

🎉 Congratulations to our September Educator of the Month, Genesis Estrada! 🎉

We are proud to recognize Mrs. Estrada for the compassion, dedication, and care she brings to Meadowlark each day. As our school nurse, her impact reaches far beyond her office. She is a trusted and reassuring presence for our students, always helping them feel safe, supported, and cared for.

Whether she is responding to an emergency, comforting a worried student, communicating with families, or advocating for a child's needs, Genesis approaches every situation with patience, professionalism, and genuine care.

Her dependability and commitment to the well-being of our students make her an invaluable part of our Meadowlark team. Congratulations, Mrs. Estrada! 💚💛

10/07/2026

🎉 Congratulations to our September Classified Staff Member of the Month, Mindy Morris! 🎉

We are proud to recognize Ms. Morris for the dedication, patience, and compassion she brings to Meadowlark each day. As a special education paraprofessional, she plays an important role in helping our students feel supported, successful, and included throughout their school day.
Mindy meets students where they are, encourages them through challenges, and celebrates every step of progress along the way. She is always willing to step in wherever needed, work alongside teachers and staff, and put the needs of students first.

The relationships she builds and the steady support she provides make a meaningful difference each day. We are so fortunate to have her as part of our Meadowlark team. Congratulations, Ms. Morris! 💚💛

09/24/2026

🎉 Congratulations to our August Classified Staff Member of the Month, Danita Buchman! 🎉

Mrs. Buchman is a dedicated and compassionate member of our Life Skills team who gives so much of herself to support our students each day. She approaches challenges with patience, consistency, and an incredible heart for kids.

The work Mrs. Buchman does isn't always easy, but her commitment never wavers. She is a trusted, caring presence for her students and an important part of our Meadowlark family. 💚

09/24/2026

🎉 Congratulations to our August Teacher of the Month, Alondra Gonzalez! 🎉

We are excited to recognize Mrs. Gonzalez for the dedication, positivity, and care she brings to Meadowlark each day. She works hard to create a classroom where students feel supported, challenged, and encouraged to grow.

Alondra is also a wonderful teammate who is always willing to collaborate, learn, and do what is best for students. Her commitment to both her students and our school community does not go unnoticed! 💚

09/14/2026