"Laughter is the sun that drives winter from the human face."
Victor Hugo
Hoping this photo brings
you a little laughter!
Paz, María and Olivia
Important Dates:
Monday, January 17 - No School
Friday, January 28 - No School
Friday, February 4 - No School
Thursday, February 10 - School Field Trip to MS for Musical
Friday, February 18 - No School (Elementary only no school)
Monday, February 21 - No School
Friday, March 25 - No School
Monday, March 28 - Friday, April 1 - No School
Monday, April 4 - School resumes
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María Graver, Aquila Principal
Olivia Tolzin, Aquila Assistant Principal
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Important Family Morning Drop Off Helpful Hints
School Starts at 7:45 AM
- Consider dropping off your student between 7:28-7:35 AM when it is not too busy and the lines are shorter.
- We have staff on the sidewalk to help your children get on their backpacks, masks, etc. Adults, please stay in your cars so we can keep traffic moving.
- We have designated parking for drop off if your child needs help out of the car, or if you need a moment to talk with them.
- If a car is stopped outside of Door 3 (next to our playground) and there are no cars along the sidewalk up to the stop sign, please feel free to pull around to keep traffic moving.
- U-turns should not be made on 31st Street. Drivers that make U-turns could receive a traffic ticket.
- Pull through the line, DO NOT park on 31st Street and walk your child across the street and block traffic.
- The bus lane does not open until ALL buses have arrived which is approximately 7:40 AM. The bus lane should not be use unless someone directs you to do so.
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AQ PTO Free Aquila Family Sledding Event - THIS Saturday, January 15 |
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WHEN:
Saturday, January 15
TIME:
2:00-4:00 PM
WHERE:
Aquila Park Sliding Hill ~ 3110 Xylon Ave South
WHAT:
Families, come on out to sled.
Bring your own sleds. If you have an extra sled, please consider bringing it for others to use.
The AQ PTO will be providing free donuts and hot cocoa at the event.
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Aquila's 7th Annual Career-A-Palooza |
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Hello Aquila Families!
We are in the midst of planning Aquila's 7th Annual Career-A-Palooza and we are hoping you can help. This is an exciting event where parents/guardians and members of the community can come share what makes their career unique with our students. This event allows students to not only connect with the community, but start to think about and get excited about themselves in different career fields.
Important Info:
Date: Wednesday, March 9th, 2022
Time: 7:30 AM - 2:00 PM This is an estimate. Each class will be visiting the fair for about 45 minutes.
Location: Aquila Gymnasium
Other Info: Breaks and lunch will be provided!
If you know of any family or community members interested in being a part of this event, please let us know by completing the following Google Form:
Your Aquila School Counselor and Intern,
Rachel Nelson and Mikka Schacherer ~ (952) 928-6458
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Vaccine Event at Aquila - THIS Saturday, January 15 & Saturday, February 5 |
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In partnership with Hennepin County, St. Louis Park Public Schools will be hosting Pfizer vaccination events for people ages 5 and up. If you are receiving a second dose or booster dose, please bring proof of vaccination. Event details:
- Dates: Saturday, January 15, 2022 and Saturday, February 5, 2021
- Time: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
- Location: Aquila Elementary School
- The vaccine is free and no insurance is required
- Individuals receiving a vaccine will receive a $50 Visa gift card (while supplies last)
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Aquila Musical ~ Madagascar - A Musical Adventure JR. |
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Rehearsal Information:
*Rehearsals will take place each week on Thursday, from 2:30-4:00 PM.
*There will be additional scheduled practices for actors who sing solos on select Mondays.
Rachel Haen, Producer/Director ~ haen.rachel@slpschools.org
Grant Nelson, Director ~ nelson.grant@slpschools.org
Jennie Bishop, Director ~ bishop.jennelle@slpschools.org
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Aquila is in need of the following winter gear items to help our students stay warm at recess. If you have gently used or new donations of the following items, please bring to the Aquila office. THANK YOU!
Current Needs: Medium and large snow pants & larger size gloves
If you are in need of winter gear, please contact:
Aquila's Social Worker, Dana Baumeister
at 952-928-6498 or baumeister.dana@slpschools.org.
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Incoming Kindergarten Families ~ Virtual Information Panel |
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St. Louis Park Public Schools will host an online elementary principals panel for incoming kindergarten families from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Tuesday, January 18 on Zoom.
At this online event, families will be able to:
- Meet the principals from all four elementary schools
- Learn about IB-PYP and Spanish Immersion instruction
- Hear 20 questions about Kindergarten answered
- Share your questions in real time
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Fifth Grade Families ~ Virtual Incoming 6th Grade Information Night |
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St. Louis Park Middle School will host a Virtual Incoming 6th Grade Information Night at 6:30 PM on Thursday, January 20. Stay tuned for more information regarding how you can register for this event.
During this virtual event, students and families will be welcomed by school leaders, receive details about course registration, and participate in breakout rooms to learn more about St. Louis Park Middle School.
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Aquila PTO ~ Parent, Teacher Organization |
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The Aquila PTO partners with families to
enhance the education experience
of all Aquila students, families and staff!
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*AQ PTO Meeting: Tuesday, February 15 - 6:00 PM
*For more information about the AQ PTO:
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