Principal | Mary Fay Pendleton School

Our Principal

Brian Frost

Brian Frost started serving as the principal at Mary Fay Pendleton in the 2018-19 school year. He led the school through the construction process as the new campus was built. He brings a wealth of experiences including curriculum and instruction, educational technology, and site leadership. Brian has a BA in International Relations from the University of San Diego, and a MA in Educational Leadership from Cal State San Marcos.

Mr. Frost has worked in education since 1997. He worked as an Instructional Aide, a classroom teacher, an educational technology specialist, an assistant principal, and a principal. He continues his path of professional development through professional associations such as ACSA, the Association of California School Administrators. “I love working around the energy of a school site. There are so many interactions with students, staff, parents, and community members in a given day, and each of those interactions (big or small) all have a meaningful impact on the future of our students.”

Note to the Community

July 22, 2026

Dear Mary Fay Families,

Welcome back to the new school year! We hope you and your family had a restful, enjoyable summer filled with opportunities to relax, recharge, and make lasting memories.

On behalf of the entire Mary Fay Pendleton staff, I am excited to welcome both our returning families and those joining our school community for the first time. We are looking forward to another year of learning, growth, and meaningful connections. Our dedicated teachers and staff are working hard to prepare classrooms and learning experiences that will inspire, challenge, and support every student.

The information below will help you prepare for the first days of school. We can’t wait to welcome our Bulldogs back to campus and begin another outstanding year together!

This letter includes important information regarding drop-off and pick-up procedures, as well as a few upcoming dates to keep in mind.

Drop-Off and Arrival

Student arrival begins at 7:20 a.m. Please do not drop students off before this time, as campus gates remain locked and supervision is not available until 7:20 a.m. Ensuring student safety is our top priority.

Pick-Up

Dismissal times vary by grade level, based on our staggered bell schedule. If you have children with different dismissal times, each child must be picked up within 10 minutes of their school day ending. If after-school care is needed, you may inquire about options through the School Age Care program on base or Mary Fay Pendleton’s Extended Learning Opportunities (ELO) program.

Drop-Off and Pick-Up Procedures

All drop-off and pick-up will take place along the sidewalk in the drop-off loop (see the attached map). Students may exit the vehicle once they are adjacent to the highlighted sidewalk. For families with younger children, you may choose to drop off closer to the stairs.

To help maintain a smooth and safe traffic flow:

Ensure your child is ready to exit or enter the vehicle promptly.
Do not exit your vehicle to unload your children as this causes traffic delays.
Drive slowly and cautiously through the loop, as pedestrians may be walking to and from vehicles.
Follow all signage and staff directions.

Bus Transportation

Buses will operate in the morning and afternoon for families who qualify based on distance. To use bus services, please complete the transportation application. Bus drop-off and pick-up occurs behind the campus gates, and we ask families to be cautious and allow space for buses to maneuver safely through the lane to and from the gates.

Bicycles

Students who are old enough to bike to school may use the bike rack located at the front sidewalk. If there are safety concerns, parents will be contacted and expected to address the concern.

Before purchasing and sending your student to school on an E-Bike please review Camp Pendleton’s E-Bike Rules. There are age and safety requirements for riding e-bikes. Attached is a link to Camp Pendleton’s Official E-Bike Regulations.

First Days of School

Parents will be allowed to accompany their children on campus during the first two days of school. Starting on the third day, we ask that you say goodbye at the gate. Staff will be present at the gate to assist students and ensure their safety.

Waiting for school to start:

Kindergarten and TK students will line up in the kindergarten yard by their classroom.
First through sixth grade students will go to the basketball courts to locate their teacher’s line-up area.
Seventh and eighth grade students will wait in the quad by the big play structure.

Meet and Greet

Our annual Meet and Greet will be held on Friday, August 7, at 2:00 p.m. Class rosters will be posted at the school entrance. This is meant to be a quick event allowing families to see who their teachers will be and get oriented to where the classrooms are. Please see the Meet and Greet 2026–27 Flyer for additional details. Back to School Night will occur on Aug. 27 and provide more time and opportunity for interaction with the teacher. Back to School Night

We are looking forward to a fantastic year together. Thank you for your partnership and support as we work together to make this a safe, engaging, and successful school year for all our students.

Upcoming Events:

Thursday, August 6 – New Family Campus Tours
Friday, August 7 from 2:00 – 2:45 pm – Meet and Greet – meet your child’s teacher and see the classroom. This event will be followed by a PTSA hosted Ice Cream Social on the school field.
Monday, August 10 – First day of Instruction – Bell Schedule
Thursday, August 27 – Back to School Night – from 5:00 – 6:30 pm
Friday, August 28 – Synergy Assembly at 8:30 am – parents welcome to attend
Monday, September 7 – Labor Day – Holiday, no school
September 21 – Student Portrait Day (all grades)