Wednesday, October 21, 2020 |
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Greetings Aquila Families! |
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Hello Aquila Families,
Hopefully you received and are reviewing the communication from our District regarding the transition to either the full-day hybrid learning model or the Distance Learning Academy beginning Monday, November 16. There will be virtual information sessions (see schedule below) tomorrow, Thursday, October 22.
After reviewing the information and considering your child’s and family’s experiences with distance and hybrid learning so far this school year, we are asking you to register your K-5 student(s) in full-day hybrid or the Distance Learning Academy.
Even if you are staying with the hybrid model, please register. Please know if you pick the Distance Learning Academy, your student will remain in that model for the entire school year. One response (registration) is required per student.
The change in learning models is a result of feedback from St. Louis Park Public Schools stakeholders and the six educational delivery model considerations developed by the school district in response to the COVID-19 pandemic: Health and Safety; Staff Coverage; Student Learning; Staff Preparedness; Technology; and School Operational Preparedness.
Our ability to transition to the hybrid model is based on a thorough examination of these considerations. Please note, should any of these factors change predominantly, we may need to reconsider moving to a full-day hybrid model.
If you have specific questions about the educational delivery models or the transition, please contact your school principals. Thank you for your continued support of our students and staff as we all learn and grow together during this transition.
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In partnership,
Olivia Tolzin, Aquila Assistant Principal 952-928-6502
Shelley Nielsen, Aquila Principal 952-928-6508
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Virtual Information Sessions - Transition & Models |
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St. Louis Park Public Schools is also providing Virtual Information Sessions via Zoom Thursday, October 22 (tomorrow) from 4:30-5:30 p.m. and 5:30-6:30 p.m. to share information about the transition and educational delivery models. Links to the sessions are provided below and can be found on the school district website at www.slpschools.org; all information sessions will be recorded and available for viewing on the school district website.
4:30-5:30 p.m. English
Meeting ID: 899 7502 9779 / Passcode: 420076
4:30-5:30 p.m. Spanish
Meeting ID: 924 6037 7465 / Passcode: 015608
5:30-6:30 p.m. English
Meeting ID: 889 7445 9980 / Passcode: 721560
5:30-6:30 p.m. Somali
Meeting ID: 917 3189 7021 / Passcode: 643962
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Aquila Grade Level Virtual Family Connect Meetings |
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Grade level teachers will be holding Virtual Family Connect Meetings with families from their grade levels. These online meetings will give parents and caregivers a chance to ask questions and share experiences about distance learning.Teachers will share links to meetings closer to dates.
Wednesday, October 28
Third Grade: 12:00-12:30PM
Fourth Grade: 9:30-10:00AM
Fifth Grade: 12:30-1:00PM
Wednesday, November 4
Kindergarten: 12:00-12:30PM
First Grade: 9:30-10:00AM
Second Grade: 11:00-11:30AM
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No School Monday, November 2 and Tuesday, November 3 |
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As a reminder, there is no school Monday, November 2 and Tuesday, November 3. November 2 is a professional development day for elementary teachers and staff and a grading day for secondary teachers and staff. The School Board also decided last Spring that there would be no school on Election Day (November 3) with the safety of our students and staff in mind. |
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Aquila Library Media Center - Books |
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If your students are participating in Hybrid Learning, please send any school library books they may have had at home since spring with them. If you are stopping by the school to pick up materials or food, feel free to drop the books off with school staff. We will begin book check out soon. More information forthcoming.
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AQ 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!
UPCOMING EVENTS:
*Thursday, October 22 - 8:00PM TOMORROW!
*Scholastic Online Book Fair 10/22 -11/4
The Scholastic Virtual Book Fair model is a new interactive experience, offering a virtual "walk-through shop" for students/families to browse from home. Aquila will still earn the same rewards (free books for the school!) as we have with their in-person events. Info will be posted on AQ PTO Facebook page soon!
THIS Monday, October 26, 4:00-8:00 PM
*PTO Meeting - Virtual - All are welcome and encouraged to attend!
For more information, please contact
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Thursday, October 22 - Wednesday, November 4 |
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Annual Student Update Due Friday, October 30 |
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St. Louis Park Public School is excited to offer families a convenient way to access information about students and make online updates. One important yearly update is the "Annual Student Update." You can update phone numbers, emergency contacts, and more. Please do so by October 30, 2020.
If you already have a Middle School or High School student in the district, you might already have an account. You can log in to that account to add information about your elementary student.You should have received a letter with an access ID and code for your elementary student.
Make sure to scroll down once you are in the account and look for the "Annual Student Update" button.
If you have questions, please contact the Aquila School Office at 952-928-6500.
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St. Louis Park Schools - Hiring! |
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The District is currently hiring a number of full and part-time positions. Please spread the word with your professional contacts and encourage friends, family and acquaintances to apply to work for St. Louis Park Public Schools!
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St. Louis Park High School Class Of 2021 Fundraiser |
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It is an annual tradition for parents and guardians to plan a graduation celebration event for graduates.The fundraising has started for the Class of 2021's celebration! Help support this celebration! Click on the picture for more information about their fundraiser.
October 24 & 25 - Mexico City Cafe
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School Guides:
Elementary Family Handbook, E-5 Hybrid Guide & Return To School Guide
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A new Elementary Family Handbook has been published and is now available on each of the four elementary school websites under both the Parent Resources tab and the Find it Fast section.
The handbook includes important contact information, quick facts about each school, and important school board policies that impact students and families.
Near the end of the publication is the Consent for Release of Student Information form, as well as information regarding Peachjar and how weather related school closings will be communicated.
Click here to be directed to a website where you can download the Elementary Family Handbook.
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Click here to download the District's "Preparing for E-5 Hybrid Learning Guide". This 34-page publication is full of details about what the Hybrid model will look like for students and families.
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St. Louis Park Public Schools released its Return to School Guide for the 2020-21 school year. This guide contains important information about potential learning models (distance, hybrid and in-person), health and safety guidelines and protocols, and other general information on a variety of topics including transportation, school nutrition, childcare, arts, athletics, and much more!
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PLEASE NOTE:
Updates and information about the school district's response to COVID-19 can be found on the school district website at www.slpschools.org/COVID19. P lease bookmark this page and refer to it often.
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