Aquila Communicator (updated)

March 13, 2025

Greetings Aquila Community,

As we embrace the changing seasons, we want to take a moment to express our heartfelt gratitude for the incredible community we share. Your support, enthusiasm, and kindness make our community a truly special place.

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

Key Dates

Monday, March 17 ~ Spring Spirit Wear Sale Begins!

Tuesday, March 18 ~ 2025-26 New Kindergarten Welcome Night - 5:30-7:30 PM

Thursday, March 20 ~ First Grade Blue Whale Architecture Showcase - 5:00-5:45 PM

Tuesday, March 25 ~ Dine Out For AQ, México City Café

March 28 - April 4 ~ No School

Monday, April 7 ~ School Resumes

Tuesday, April 8 ~ ASD Family Meet Up - 6:00-7:30 PM

Wednesday, April 9 - Dine Out For AQ, Parkway Pizza

Thursday, April 10 ~ Severe Weather Drill - 1:00 PM

Friday, April 18 ~ Middle School Jumpstart

Tuesday, April 22 ~ Dine Out For AQ, México City Café

April 14 - April 19 ~ Aquila Carnival Online Auction

Saturday, April 26 ~ Aquila Carnival - 12:00-2:00 PM

Wednesday April 30 ~ Yearbook Order Deadline

Monday, May 26 ~ No School

Click here for the District Calendar

Welcome Future Kindergarteners and Families!

Is your child starting kindergarten this fall?

We’re excited to welcome you and your family to Kindergarten Welcome Night Orientation on Tuesday, March 18, from 5:30–7:30 p.m. at Aquila Elementary School!

This fun and informative event is the perfect opportunity to:

🏫 Tour the school and explore classrooms

📚 Participate in engaging activities

👩‍🏫 Meet teachers and staff who will support your child’s journey

No RSVP needed – come ready to ask questions and meet your new school community. We’ can't wait to meet our newest learners!

For more information, visit slpschools.org/kindergarten

Aquila First Grade Blue Whale Showcase

Aquila Spirit Wear

2024-25 Yearbooks ~ Order Today!

Attention, families!

Order your child's yearbook today for just $14 and capture all the special moments from this school year. With class photos, memorable events, and fun student memories, it's a keepsake you won't want to miss.

Be sure to place your order by April 30, 2025, to guarantee your copy. Don't wait - order now!

Imagination Fair Success!

What an incredible night of creativity and innovation at the Imagination Fair! From amazing projects to inspiring ideas, our students truly wowed us all. A huge thank you to everyone who participated, attended, and supported this special event!

A special shoutout to our PTO organizers, volunteers and teachers who made it all possible—we couldn’t have done it without you!

See you next year for even more imagination and fun!

Help Me Grow Minnesota ~ Child Support Resources

MCA ~ Minnesota Comprehensive Asessments

Students in Grades 3, 4, 5 will be taking the MCA (Minnesota Comprehensive Assessments) in April. Grades 3, 4, and 5 will take the Math and Reading MCA. Grade 5 will also take a Science MCA. They will be completed on the students' Chromebooks at school. For more information about the MCA, click here. Here is a link to the SLP testing website.

Aquila MCA testing dates:

MCA Science - Fifth Grade Only

Wednesday, April 9 (C Day) 9:15-11:15

MCA Reading

Tuesday, April 15 (B Day) 8:00-9:20 Fourth Grade

Tuesday, April 15 (B Day) 9:30-10:45 Third Grade

Wednesday, April 16 (C Day) 8:00-8:55 Fourth Grade

Wednesday, April 16 (C Day) 9:15-10:45 Fifth Grade

Thursday, April 17 (D Day) 8:00-9:05 Third Grade

Thursday, April 17 (D Day) 9:15-10:45 Fifth Grade

MCA Math

Tuesday, April 22 (B Day) 8:00-9:20 Fourth Grade

Tuesday, April 22 (B Day) 9:30-10:45 Third Grade

Wednesday, April 23 (C Day) 8:00-8:55 Fourth Grade

Wednesday, April 23 (C Day) 9:15-11:00 Fifth Grade

Thursday, April 24 (D Day) 8:00-9:05 Third Grade

Thursday, April 24 (D Day) 9:15-10:45 Fifth Grade

Aquila Spring Youth Enrichment Programs

Aquila PTO Information

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 Yearlong Calendar - Click here

AQ PTO Website - Click here

AQ PTO Facebook page - Click here

AQ PTO Volunteer Interest Form - Click here

Aquila PTO Needs You!

If you haven't filled out the PTO Volunteer Interest Form, now is your chance! We have many opportunities available to make memories at PTO events for the remainder of the school year:

Aquila PTO Volunteer Interest Form 2024-2025

Aquila PTO March 2025 Events

Aquila PTO 2024-25 Calendar

District News ~ Community Iftar Dinner

Join us for a warm and welcoming Community Iftar Dinner, hosted by the St. Louis Park High School Muslim Student Association (MSA), on Thursday, March 13 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. This event is a wonderful opportunity for everyone, regardless of background or faith, to come together in the spirit of unity, understanding, and celebration.

This event is free and open to the public, register today at Eventbrite.

District News ~ Kids Place Summer Program Registration

District News ~ Way to Grow Family Roundtable

Way to Grow is hosting a Family Roundtable Community Event on Wednesday, March 19, 2025, from 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM, focused on managing parent burnout. Our goal is to strengthen community engagement among families and let you know that you are not alone!

We will have Spanish and Somali interpreters available, and if another language is needed, please let us know - we’ll do our best to accommodate!

District News ~ Spring & Summer Youth Enrichment

Check out our new Spring/Summer Community Education catalog for a wide range of exciting opportunities, including family activities, summer camps, and Kids Place childcare programs.

Whether you're looking for ways to keep your child engaged, or interested in fun, educational activities for the whole family, there's something for everyone. Be sure to explore all the fantastic programs we have to offer this season!

Registration for youth programs begins on February 17; all other catalog registration begins on February 24.

View our catalog at slpcommunityed.com