Aquila Communicator

March 6, 2025

Greetings Aquila Community,

As you've likely noticed, Aquila is officially under construction. Students and staff are excited by the changes we are seeing outside, and we are all looking forward to Aquila's new spaces. Although construction started as soon as possible after the permitting process, we wanted to share our new timeline with each of you. Aquila's internal spaces that are being modified are slated to be finished in time for students and staff to return in September 2025. We will be moving into our new structures (new kindergarten wing, music room, learning commons and flex space) over winter break during the 25-26 school year.

As we move into March, we wanted to remind you of our morning timeline. All students should arrive between 7:25 and 7:45 am. If you are dropping your student(s) off any later than this, we ask that you park in our lot and walk them in. The reason for this is that students are considered tardy after 7:45 am, and need to be signed in. We want to support students arriving on time, ensure that they are able to move into the academic day with their peers, and prevent unnecessary absences (5 tardies = 1 absence).

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

Friday, March 7 ~ AQ Imagination Fair - 6:30-7:30 PM

Wednesday, March 12 ~ Dine Out For AQ, Parkway Pizza

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 - 5:00-5:30 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

Wednesday April 30 ~ Yearbook Order Deadline

Monday, May 26 ~ No School

Click here for the District Calendar

I Love To Read Month Completed - Keep Reading!

BINGO Reading Sheet Raffle ~ Target Gift Card Winners

Aquila Book Recommendations

Click here to view a clip of some book recommendations from Aquila students.

Read Out Fun ~ Last Friday

Calling All Creators, Dreamers, and Inventors!

Does your child love to dream big and bring their ideas to life? Then the Imagination Fair is the perfect place for them to shine!

Imagination Fair projects truly have no guidelines other than safety and respect. It can be an art project, a science idea, or simply informational if there's a topic that gets their brain moving. These projects can be done in groups, too!

If your child is unsure about participating, but wants to explore the Imagination Fair, please join us! Students do not need to participate to enjoy the evening. All are welcome to stop by between 6:30-7:30 pm on Friday, March 7, to check out all the student-powered projects.

Click on the link below to register, which ensures there's a table/space for your child's project:

Still have questions? We're here to help!

Reach out to the Imagination Fair lead, Kay Beccard, at kayleen.beccard@gmail.com or connect with the Aquila PTO at communications@aquilapto.com - we'd love to hear from you!

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

B-I-N-G-O Night Thank You!

Memories were made at our Winter Bingo Night last Monday and we have the pictures to prove it from Aquila parent and photographer, Joe Stevens.

Thanks to everyone for making the night a huge success!

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 Saturday, March 15 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 ~ 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