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Happy October, Aquila!
As Maria Montessori said, "Play is the work of the child." As parents and educators, paying attention to the ways in which children play can tell us volumes about their interests and learning styles.
For that reason, it's so important that our community has opportunities to work hard and to play hard together. To that end, we want to thank all of the volunteers and families who made last Friday's dance a success!
Family Connect Times
If you had not had a chance yet, please click on this link to sign up for a Family Connect Time.
AQ's Homecoming Spirit Dress Up Days:
*Monday, October 9 ~ PJ Day - dress in school/weather appropriate pajamas.
*Tuesday, October 10 ~ Fan Day - dress as a fan of your favorite team, musician, superstar, movie, etc.
*Wednesday, October 11 ~ Favorite 'Fit Day - wear your favorite outfit.
*Thursday, October 12 ~ Pattern Day - dress in patterns like stripes, polka dots, plaid, shapes.
*Friday, October 13 ~ Park Pride Day - wear your orange and black.
Paz,
María & Olivia
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AQ Dance and Photo Booth Photo Links!
Dance photos and photo booth photo links are available on the Aquila PTO website.
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Click here: Aquila Elementary PTO/PT Board.
- Then, navigate to Docs & Photo.
- Next, click on the 2023-2024 PTO Events & Info folder.
- Log in to your account. If you have not already, create an account.
- Use this school code when creating an account: 7TMAEG
- Enjoy the fabulous pictures!
Aquila PTO thanks parent photographer Joe Stevens
for these wonderful memories!
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Monday, October 9 ~ ASD Family Meetup, AQ Library, 6:00-7:30 PM
Monday, October 9 ~ AQ Spirit Wear Online Store Opens
Wednesday, October 11 ~ Dine Out For AQ - Parkway Pizza, All day
Friday, October 13 ~ SLP High School Homecoming (See info below)
Tuesday, October 17 ~ Family Connect Times - 2:30-6:30 PM
Tuesday, October 17 ~ Book Fair
Wednesday, October 18 ~ No School, Family Connect Times - 7:30AM - 3:30PM
Wednesday, October 18 ~ Book Fair
Wednesday, October 18 ~ Wandering Mug Coffee Truck - 7:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Thursday, October 19 ~ No School - MEA
Friday, October 20 ~ No School - MEA
Monday, October 23 ~ AQ PTO Meeting - 6:00 PM
Tuesday, October 24 ~ Hennepin County Library Kindergarten Open House
Tuesday, October 24 ~ Dine Out For AQ - Noodles & Co - 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Wednesday, November 1 ~ Picture Day Retakes
Friday, November 3 ~ No School
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Multilingual Room - MLL
Molly Kukowski, Julia Zanabria,
Elizabeth Moklestad, Pam Orton
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Resource Room Teachers
Maddie Magnuson, Brandon Sigüenza and Meghan Settingsgard
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Culturally Relevant Literacy Coach | |
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This is my twenty fifth year as an educator. I have taught Kindergarten, Fifth Grade and Middle School Math. I have also been a Dean of Students and an Assistant Principal. This is my eighth year back in SLP at Aquila as a Culturally Relevant Literacy Coach.
I look forward to getting to know the families, students and staff and providing support to increase literacy that is culturally relevant.
When I am not working, I am a proud father of my lovely elementary-aged daughter. In the fall, you can find me in a tree looking at deer. In the winter, I am cruising down ski slopes. In the spring and summer, I like to explore the ocean through scuba diving. Yes, I have seen sharks and many other creatures under the water. Lastly, I enjoy traveling to experience other cultures and most importantly tasting local cuisine.
Omar Adams
adams.omar@slpschools.org
952-928-6478
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Aquila PTO is proud to once again sponsor Operation Recess from Pros of the Rope! On Mondays this fall, Coach Jonny will lead interested students in collaborative, team-building, and inclusive activities during recess.
This week, Third Graders tore it up on pass & run plays during Operation Recess! Operation Recess is made possible by generous donations to Aquila Gives and a grant from Park Public Schools & Community Foundation.
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Jonah escapes from Walter on his way
to the end zone!
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Khadar takes the pass and goes untouched
for the touchdown!
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Above:
Muhammad shakes, bakes, and takes it in
for 6 points!
Left:
Yonis tries to escape tough defense in the backfield.
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St. Louis Park High School Homecoming Festivities | |
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Join us for the SLP Homecoming Festivities on October 13, 2023
Homecoming Football Game Expectations:
- Any child in 8th grade or below must be accompanied by a paying adult who is responsible for them, their behavior and their whereabouts at the game. The student must be in the bleachers unless with the accompanying adult.
- No bags, backpacks or outside food/drink will be allowed in. No reentry. Please remember there are no cash ticket sales and no refunds.
- Admission will stop at the end of the third quarter.
***Please purchase your tickets, CLICK HERE***
Parade Information:
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Aquila ASD Family Meet Up | |
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If you are interested in joining our parent/family group, connecting monthly to share the joys and challenges of raising children on the autism spectrum, please reach out to María Graver, graver.maria@slpschools.org.
Join us monthly in the Library Media Center from 6:00-7:30PM.
Dates: 10/9/23, 11/13/23, 12/11/23, 1/8/24, 2/12/24, 3/11/24. 4/8/24, 5/13/24
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IB PYP Intel ~ Anne LaLonde Laux | |
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There are five International (IB) World Schools in the St. Louis Park Schools - Aquila, Peter Hobart, Susan Lindgren, the Middle School and the High School. Two-thirds of K-12 SLP students are part of International Baccalaureate Programs.
The IB Organization has a set of standards and practices (similar to MN Standards and Benchmarks) for IB schools. While some of the practices are mandatory, (e.g.: having an IB coordinator and a Pedagogical Leadership/Learning Team, involvement in Exhibition in 5th Grade) many of the standards and practices are inspirational - in other words, the IB finds them to be universally tried and true practices that IB schools should ASPIRE to…
The IB Standards and Practices fall into four categories
- Purpose
- Environment
- Culture
- Learning
Every five years, our IB schools take part in a rigorous self-study and evaluation process. This process allows us to learn more about ourselves and receive feedback from outside evaluators. During the month of October, all five of our IB World Schools will undergo an evaluation by the IB. During the visit, the evaluation team will meet with students, families, educators, and district leaders. During these sessions, the evaluation team will seek to learn more about the following:
- Our familiarity with what it means to be an IB World School
- Evidence of the Standards and Practices in our schools
- Strengths of our schools and areas we are seeking to improve
Gratitude to the students, families, and staff who have contributed to this process - we appreciate your voice in making us better!
Evaluation Visit dates
Aquila - October 4-6
Susan Lindgren - October 25 - 27
Peter Hobart - October 30 - November 1
Anne LaLonde Laux
IB/PYP Coordinator & Elementary Teaching and Learning Coordinator
lalondelaux.anne@slpschools.org - 952-928-6642
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Beginning this Monday, October 9, spirit wear will be available to purchase from Park Prints through Wednesday, October 18. Click here to purchase spirit wear available from Park Prints beginning on Monday, October 9. Order by October 18 for delivery by winter break.
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Volunteer Opportunity ~ Cafeteria Helpers | |
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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 during October!
New slots available! THANK YOU!
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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 Website - Click here
AQ PTO Facebook page - Click here
AQ PTO Calendar - Click here
AQ PTO Email Signup & Volunteer Interest Form - Click here
AQ Dine Out Nights For Aquila - Click here
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District Information ~
St. Louis Park Hennepin County Library
Kindergarten Open House
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District Information ~ Farm To School Month | |
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October is National Farm To School Month!
Join us and thousands of schools, early care and education sites, farms, communities and organizations across the country as we celebrate food education, school gardens and lunch trays filled with healthy, local ingredients. Read more about some of our local partners! Click here!
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