Aquila Communicator

January 26, 2023

Greetings Aquila Families!

Imagination Fair participants would love to share their creative projects with you tonight, Thursday, January 26 beginning at 5:00 PM. Come learn from our brilliant students. The Imagination Fair is an annual tradition at Aquila. It will go until 6:30 PM. Thank you to all the volunteers who make this event possible.

If you come by the Imagination Fair, make sure to stop by the Lost & Found which is just outside the Cafeteria doors.

Please click here to sign up for Family Connect Times (Conferences).

Paz,

María & Olivia

María Graver, Aquila Principal

952-928-6502 ~ graver.maria@slpschools.org

Olivia Tolzin, Aquila Assistant Principal

952-928-6508 ~ tolzin.olivia@slpschools.org

Students enjoyed an assembly on Monday this week featuring Josh and his crew from

The Sweets Kendamas Foundation.

Students were encouraged to cheer on their peers in trying Kendama moves. The learning continued during PE classes!

Aquila Staff gave it their best try as well. Ask your students about this fun experience!

Key Dates

Thursday, January 26 ~ Imagination Fair, 5:00-6:30 PM TONIGHT!

Friday, January 27 ~ No School

Tuesday, January 31 ~ Hennepin County Library SLP Kindergarten Open House

Thursday, February 2 ~ ASD AQ Family Meet Up, 6:00-7:30 PM - AQ Media Center

Thursday, February 2 ~ 6th Grade Information Night (Virtual)

Friday, February 3 ~ No School

Thursday, February 9 ~ AQ Whole School Field Trip to Musical

Monday February 13 ~ National African American Parent Involvement Day

Thursday, February 16 ~ 3:00-7:00 PM Conferences

Thursday, February 16 ~ Scholastic Book Fair

Friday, February 17 ~ No School

Friday, February 17 ~ 7:20 AM - 3:20 PM Conferences

Friday, February 17 ~ Scholastic Book Fair

Monday, February 20 ~ No School

Monday, February 27 ~ Authors Night, 6:30-7:30 PM More info soon!

Wednesday, March 8 ~ Career-A-Plooza

Thursday, March 9 ~ SLP District Band Concert, 7:00 PM

Paraprofessional Recognition Week

THANK YOU AQUILA PARAPROFESSIONALS!

January 23-29 is Minnesota Paraprofessional Recognition Week. Our school community wishes to thank our paraprofessionals, who are a vital part of our school community and student success!

National African American Parent Involvement Day

Aquila is excited to recognize National African American Parent Involvement Day (NAAPID) on Monday, February 13, 2023. Families of African American students are cordially invited to join their students for breakfast, coffee and donuts hosted by Aquila's PTO, lunch and community. Be on the lookout for a printed invitation coming home in backpacks next week. We look forward to seeing you there!

Talent Development Update ~ Art Showcase ~ Grades 3, 4, 5

During Family Connect/Conference times on Thursday, February 16 or Friday, February 17 please feel free to drop by the Talent Development Room with your student for an Art Showcase.

Make time before or after your conference to come to Room 151. No sign-up necessary, just drop by the room. Come share in the brilliance of your student as they explain the different forms of art, information about artists from around the world, and meaning of their own pieces they created during Talent Development.

Feel free to reach out if you have any questions.

Lisa Bottolene

bottolene.elizabeth@slpschools.org

952-928-6485

Aquila Lunchroom ~ Volunteer Opportunity

Please consider helping out in the Aquila Cafeteria. We are looking for parents and guardians to help keep tables clean and engage with students.

Click here to sign up to help!

New slots available! THANK YOU!

Aquila 22-23 Yearbook ~ Purchase Online

Click here to order your Aquila Yearbook online.

Yearbook code: 1524823

Must be purchased online.

Last date to order yearbooks is April 17, 2023.

Cost of yearbook is $14.00

Aquila's Tool Of The Week ~ Tree

Each week, students and staff will focus on a tool that helps them with their social emotional well-being. This week's tool is a move tool called Tree.

Standing in Mountain, press one foot into the floor.
Standing on one leg, prop your other foot up or place it below or above the knee.
Rest your hands at your hips or reach them up like branches.
Focus your eyes on one spot.
Stay here for 5-10 breaths.
Repeat on the other side.

Give Kids A Smile ~ Free Dental Care ~ February 3 & 4

Give Kids a Smile is an outreach program that provides free dental care to children (typically ages 3-18). Dental clinics throughout the state volunteer to provide these services during Children’s Dental Health Month.

Families can locate a participating clinic by visiting www.mndental.org /gkas or contacting the United Way by dialing 2-1-1 or texting the zip code to 898-211.They can then contact the clinic directly to schedule an appointment.

Patients must be 18 years or younger and accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. Volunteers speaking multiple languages are available at many locations to help with language barriers.

Information Sheet (English)

Information Sheet (Spanish)

Information Sheet (Somali)

Fifth Grade Band Concert Information ~ Thursday, March 9

Fifth Grade Band Students are expected to participate in the annual SLP District Band Showcase on Thursday, March 9. Fifth grade students will start rehearsing at 5:20 PM before the concert which starts at 7:00 PM.

Arrive:

5:20 PM Students should arrive in enough time to set up their stand, instrument, music

Where:

St. Louis Park High School - Field House (Large Gymnasium)

Wear:

Top: white or black (no words or images if possible)

Bottom: dark color or black

Bring:

Instrument, concert music, music stand (if you own one)

Please let me know if you have questions, don't have a music stand, or need assistance getting to the high school at 5:20 PM. Encourage your student to practice at home. Please check your emails for practice videos.

Thank you for your support,

Emilie Bertram, Elementary Band Teacher

bertram.emilie@slpschools.org

Aquila PTO ~ Parent, Teacher Organization

The mission of the Aquila Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) is to enhance the educational experience of all Aquila students and support all Aquila community and staff through fundraising and community events.

AQ PTO INFORMATION ~ LINKS:

*Website

*Facebook

*Send an email

GET INVOLVED ~ LINKS:

*Volunteer Interest Form

*Cafeteria Lunchroom Help Link

Scholastic Book Fair

Mark your calendars for the Scholastic Book Fair on Thursday, February 16 from and Friday, February 17 during conferences in the Aquila Gymnasium.

More information coming soon about volunteer opportunities and online ordering.

Hennepin County Library, St. Louis Park ~ Kindergarten Open House

District News ~ Virtual Incoming 6th Grade Information Night

Virtual Incoming 6th Grade Information Night

Join us on Thursday, February 2 at 6:30 PM.

ms.slpschools.org/incoming-6th-grade-families

During the virtual event, students and families will be welcomed by school leaders, receive details about online registration, and participate in breakout rooms to learn more about St. Louis Park Middle School. View the flyer.

We will host in-person events for students and families this spring.

District News ~ Thinking About Summer School Already?

Thinking about Summer School already?

We are! Registration opens March 1, 2023 for Summer Learning Academy, Summer Learning and Play, and Credit Recovery.

Field Trips

Hands on Experiential Learning

Breakfast and Lunch

Relationship Building

Elementary School

June 19-August 4 - Summer Learning Academy

June 19-Aug 17- Summer Learning and Play

Middle School

June 19-July 14 - Academic Programs

July 17-July 28 - Activities and field trips

High School

June 12-30 - Credit Recovery

More information coming soon: slp.thatscommunityed.com

District News ~ Early Childhood Screening

The state of Minnesota requires all children to complete an Early Childhood Screening before entering kindergarten. The screening is most valuable at age 3.5 years old.

Early Childhood Screenings:

include a vision, hearing, and developmental assessment as well as an opportunity to discuss any circumstances that you feel may affect your child's learning readiness.
identify any areas in which your child may benefit from early childhood services before they enter kindergarten
can connect families with appropriate resources and programs to best support their child
take approximately 45 minutes to one hour to complete

Screening results can be submitted to any public school in the state of Minnesota.

Click here to register your child for a screening at the

Central Early Learning Center ~ 6300 Walker Street, St. Louis Park, 55416

Contact Jenna Reynolds with any questions at reynolds.jenna@slpschools.org

952-928-6774 - Early Childhood Screening

District News ~ Central Community Clinic

The Central Community Clinic is a free, walk-in clinic for children from birth to high school who live or go to public or private schools in St. Louis Park. Central Clinic's mission is to reduce barriers to healthcare for the children and youth of our community.

Services are no-cost and include:

treatment for acute illness and injuries
well-child/baby check-ups
immunizations and vaccines (for uninsured/Medical Assistance/MNCARE)
sports and camp physicals
sexual health care

Interpreters can be arranged by calling ahead of time. At this time, Central Clinic is not able to administer Covid vaccines.

Hours: Tuesdays & Thursdays from 1:00-4:30 PM

Location: Central Community Center - 6300 Walker Street - Door 7

Contact: Call 952-933-1100 or email central clinic@parknicollet.com

Dental Care

Low cost dental care is also available at this location. Call Children's Dental Services to make an appointment at 612-746-1530.

The Central Clinic was founded in 1996 as a response to the Children First initiative. The clinic is funded by a grant from the Park Nicollet Foundation, staffed by doctors from Park Nicollet Creekside Clinic, and governed by an advisory council.

Somali Central Clinic Flyer

Spanish Central Clinic Flyer