October 7, 2021
Greetings Aquila Families!
*DROP OFF REMINDER!
Drop off in the morning begins at 7:30 AM, for walkers, bus riders, and cars. For safety reasons, we ask that your child waits until you are parked next to the sidewalk to exit the car.

*PICK UP REMINDER!
During pick up, the car tag reader does not turn on now until 1:45 PM. Thank you for arriving after 1:45 PM so that your child(ren) and teachers can be made aware that you are in the pick up lane.

*PEACHJAR!
Peachjar is a website that you can visit to see flyers about various organizations, meetings, and events. There is a Peachjar link off the AQ website under families. You can also click here to visit this site.
María Graver, Aquila Principal

Olivia Tolzin, Aquila Assistant Principal
952-928-6508 ~ tolzin.olivia@slpschools.org
Aquila School Staff Spotlights
Heather Hussong
Math Specialist
Lashawn Favors
Paraprofessional
Amanda Bauer
Music Teacher
Carmen Baysinger
Building Substitute
Katia Palen
Paraprofessional
Lara Rosenblum
Literacy Coach
CARDIO DRUMMING ~ PE & MUSIC CLASS COLLABORATION

Ask your student about their NEW Musica/Physical Education Combo Class. Aquila was awarded a grant from the SLP Grant Foundation that provided funds to purchase cardio drumming equipment and hire a certified cardio drumming instructor named My Buan. My Baun has taught students several high energy, cardio drumming activities. Our students are actively engaged and challenged cardiovascularly. Click this link to watch some cardio drumming!
Grade Level Assemblies
Last week grade levels met in the Cafeteria to continue building community. Although we can not gather as a full school for assemblies, we decided that we would like to have grade level assemblies one time a month in the cafeteria. These assemblies will be 15-20 minutes in length. During this time we will talk about:

1. Units of Inquiry
2. Upstanders/Showing Kindness - student recognition
3. Showcasing student talents
4. News and announcements
Spirit Wear ~ Park Prints
The AQ PTO Spirit Wear Sale through Park Prints is now OPEN! Store closes Wednesday, October 13. Orders will be delivered to students at Aquila or shipped starting November 8. If you select 'I Love SLP' items, $5 will be raised for the STEP Emergency Program in SLP!
AQ PTO Outdoor Fall Dance Fun
AQUILA GIVE$ ~ October 11-17
New After-School Enrichment Opportunities
Come join Mrs. Haen of Aquila Theater Arts to explore the creative arts. Play acting games, learn songs from musical theatre, be silly with improv, and create a character of your own (even design their costume!)

Tuesdays, October 12-November 23
2:15-3:40 PM 
Sliding Scale Pricing ranging from $29-$59
Grades 2-5
Bus Transportation at 3:40 available. Click here to learn more about bussing. 

Do you like board games but find Monopoly and Candyland a little stale? Join the Table Top Club and we'll teach and play a variety of excellent board games including Ticket to Ride, Settlers of Catan, card games, and other board games that strike our fancy. 

Tuesdays, October 12-November 23
2:15-3:40 PM 
Sliding Scale Pricing ranging from $29-$59
Grades 3-5
Bus Transportation at 3:40 available. Click here to learn more about bussing. 

New and returning students invited! Learn different chess concepts, practice positions, and play Chess against your classmates. 

Wednesdays, October 6-December 1 
2:20-3:20 PM (Students will need to be picked up at Aquila at 3:20 PM)
Grades 1-5, $120 
Aquila PTO ~ Parent, Teacher Organization

The Aquila PTO partners with families to
enhance the education experience
of all Aquila students, families and staff!
*AQ PTO Volunteer Interest Form: Click here!

*AQ PTO 21-22 Family Directory: Click here!

*AQ PTO Website: Click here!


*AQ PTO Facebook Page: Click here!

*First AQ PTO Meeting: Monday, October 11 at 6:15 PM - All are welcome and encouraged to attend. Meeting will take place in the AQ Library Media Center.

*For more information about the AQ PTO: 
Please contact AQ PTO President Chelsea Bergaus at bohnbergaus04@gmail.com.





María Graver, Principal
Olivia Tolzin, Assistant Principal

8500 W. 31st St.
St. Louis Park, MN 55426
Phone: 952-928-6500
Fax: 952-928-6466
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