Events

Cheer on your student at our annual Fun Run! Our Fun Run is happening on Thursday, September 11, and it's more than just a day of laps and high-fives; it’s one of our biggest fundraisers of the year! Every step our students take helps raise money for programs, classroom resources, and events that make our…

This year we’ve switched things up—out with the cow, in with the chicken! We’ve also doubled the fun—two chicken plops, two chances to win! Every square you buy helps fund our 5th graders’ Science Camp and end-of-year Ziplining adventure! How To Play Buy Your Square(s) Online at smespta.com/chicken-plop. Each square is $20. Buy as many…

Join us at the annual SMES Harvest Festival for an evening of fun, food, and fall festivities! Enjoy carnival-style games, a bake sale, the famous Chili Cook-Off, the hilarious Cock-a-Doodle-Poo Plop, and more. Costumes are encouraged for students and families! ✨ Pre-Sales Are Closed - Sales will be available at the event Pre-sale food tickets…

The Fall Book Fair will be open from Monday through Friday, November 3- 7. Students will have opportunities throughout the week to shop, including with their class! The book fair will be open daily from 11:45 am to 3:30 pm. Parents are welcome to shop with their students after their student is out of school.…

One Cool Earth is excited to invite families to their Virtual Family Cooking Night in January. This fun and interactive event is designed to help students build confidence in the kitchen by cooking alongside their families. This free program includes a step-by-step cooking lesson for a delicious stone soup, all the ingredients needed, and the…

Grandparents, parents, relatives, and friends are invited to stay after pickup to enjoy yummy cups of hot cocoa and cookies as we celebrate our loved ones and the upcoming long weekend! The PTA will also have limited-edition spirit wear available for sale. We hope to see you there!

The Fall Book Fair will be open from Monday through Friday, March 16-20. Students will have opportunities throughout the week to shop, including with their class! The book fair will be open daily from 11:45 am to 2:20 pm. Parents are welcome to shop with their students after their student is out of school. You…

Join us on Monday, March 30, at 6:00 pm in the Staff Lounge at Santa Margarita Elementary School for our next PTA General Meeting. We’ll share important updates, highlight upcoming events, and talk through meaningful ways to get involved — plus it’s a great opportunity to connect with fellow SMES parents and staff. During this…

Our 5th annual Mustang Ball will be held on Saturday, May 2, 2026, at the historic Santa Margarita Ranch. This adults-only event will feature dinner and a live and silent auction, all benefiting SMES! Details: Date: Saturday, May 2 Time: 5-10 p.m. (VIP table entry at 4 p.m.) Location: Santa Margarita Ranch, 9000 Yerba Buena, Santa…

Join us in celebrating our amazing SMES staff, including teachers, aides, and support staff, from May 4-8, 2026!