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Hello Aquila Families,
We hope this newsletter finds you well and thriving as we settle in after spring break. At Aquila Elementary, we are committed to providing a nurturing and effective learning environment for all our students. We have been noticing many students arriving after 7:45 a.m. We are refocusing our efforts to reduce tardiness, as it plays a crucial role in your child's educational experience.
Why Punctuality Matters
School starts at 7:45 a.m. Being on time sets the tone for the day and helps students:
- Start the Day Calmly: Arriving on time allows students to begin their day without feeling rushed or stressed.
- Maximize Learning: Every minute in the classroom is valuable. Missing even a few minutes can mean missing important instructions or activities.
- Develop Good Habits: Punctuality is a life skill that will benefit students throughout their education and future careers.
How You Can Help
We understand that mornings can be hectic, and we appreciate your efforts in getting your children to school on time. Here are a few tips to help:
- Prepare the Night Before: Lay out clothes, pack lunches, and organize backpacks in the evening to save time in the morning.
- Set a Consistent Bedtime: Ensure your child gets enough rest by establishing a regular bedtime routine.
- Plan for the Unexpected: Leave a little earlier to account for traffic or other unforeseen delays.
- Use Alarms and Reminders: Set alarms to keep everyone on track in the morning.
School Support
We are here to support you! If you are facing challenges that impact your child's ability to arrive on time, please reach out to us. We can work together to find solutions that suit your family's needs.
Please keep in mind that 3 tardies equals 1 unexcused absence. We are required by law to send individual student/family reports regarding habitual absences (3 unexcused).
If your child arrives past 7:45, we ask that you park in the parking lot and come into the main office with your child.
Thank you for your continued support and partnership. Together, we can ensure that every student has the best start to their day.
Warm regards,
Olivia Tolzin and María Graver
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María Graver, Aquila Principal
952-928-6502 ~ graver.maria@slpschools.org
Olivia Tolzin, Aquila Assistant Principal
952-928-6508 ~ tolzin.olivia@slpschools.org
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Thursday, April 10 ~ Severe Weather Drill - 1:00 PM
April 14 - April 19 ~ Aquila Carnival Online Auction
Friday, April 18 ~ Middle School Jumpstart for Fifth Graders
Tuesday, April 22 ~ Dine Out For AQ, México City Café
Saturday, April 26 ~ Aquila Carnival - 12:00-2:00 PM
Tuesday, April 29 ~ Elders Wisdom Children's Song, SLP Middle School - 6:30 PM
Wednesday April 30 ~ Yearbook Order Deadline
Wednesday, May 21 ~ IB Exhibition - Fifth Graders & Families, 5:30-7:00 PM
Monday, May 26 ~ No School
Friday, May 30 ~ Aquila Variety Show
Wednesday, June 4 ~ Aquila Field Day
Thursday, June 5 ~ Fifth Grade Celebration of Learning
Friday, June 6 ~ Last Day of School
Click here for the District Calendar
| | Aquila Carnival ~ Classroom Basket Raffle Donations | | |
Be on the look out for information about donating items to your student's Carnival Classroom Basket. These baskets will be raffled off at the Carnival. Classes will collect theme based donations for their baskets.
Send in donations to your classroom by
Friday, April 18. Thank you!
Kindergarten-Stadler/Stenross - Art
Kindergarten-Haen/Schladweiler - Superheroes/Disney
First Grade-Swedberg/Ludens- Crafts
First Grade-Kelly/Rablin - Family Game Night
Second Grade-Overend/Hussong - Slime & Fidgets
Second Grade-Richardson/Eul - Lego
Third Grade-Papas/Deming - Family Movie Night
Third Grade-Nelson/Osmundson - Mad Scientist
Fourth Grade-Hanson - Ice Cream Party
Fourth Grade-Williams/Mueller- Kids in the Kitchen
Fifth Grade-Mink/Slingluff - Ultimate snack attack
Fifth Grade-Stern/Bishop - Outdoor games & sports
| | Aquila Carnival ~ Online Silent Auction | | 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 don't want to miss!
Be sure to place your oder by April 30, 2025, to guarantee your copy. Don't wait - order now!
| | First Grade ~ Talent Development Showcase | | First graders had an opportunity to become architects and engineers. For their showcase they were inspired by Norma Merrick Sklarek architectural design "Blue Whale." They designed blueprints and then shared with each other their ideas to build a final structure. Take a look at the slide show of their great work! | | Elders Wisdom Children's Song | | Aquila Community - Please join the 4th graders as we honor three extravagant Elders in our community! All 4th graders should arrive by 6:10 please. Thanks! | | |
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
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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 April 2025 Events | | Aquila PTO 2024-25 Calendar | | District News ~ 4th Annual Water Safety Festival | | |
St. Louis Park Community Education is partnering with the University of Minnesota's Aquatics program to promote this wonderful opportunity! Join us April 27th 2025 at the Jean K Freeman Aquatic Center to learn more about water safety through a day of FREE swim clinics, lessons, performances, activities, and games!
All ages welcome, children ages 12 and under must be accompanied by a guardian.
Sign up for general admissions to the Water Safety Festival for a day of events, performances, and activities here.
If you are interested in transportation, please contact communityedsm@slpschools.org
| | District News ~ Free Immunization Clinic for Children | | |
SLP is partnering with Hennepin County Public Health to host a free walk-in immunization clinic on Wednesday, April 30, from 2 - 6 p.m. at St. Louis Park Middle School. This event is open to children of all ages, up to the age of 18 years. All children are welcome.
Minnesota law requires all K-12 students to be up to date on immunizations or have an exemption on file to attend school. This clinic provides an opportunity for students to meet these requirements, and keep the community healthy.
Wednesday, April 30 – 2 - 6 p.m.
Cost: Free
St. Louis Park Middle School, 2025 Texas Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55426
| | District News ~ A Note on Lice | | |
Because lice is common in childhood, it is important to check your children’s hair for head lice on a regular basis.
Head lice are tiny insects that make their home in human hair. Anyone can get lice and it is fairly common in school-age children. They are not a sign of poor hygiene and lice are not known to spread infectious disease.
Most commonly, head lice are spread by direct head-to-head contact with someone who has head lice. Lice crawl; they do not jump or fly. They may also be spread by sharing personal items such as combs, brushes, other hair-care items, towels, pillows, hats, and other head coverings. Dogs, cats, and other pets do not spread head lice.
In general, our school practice includes the following:
- When a child is identified with an active head lice infestation at school parents will be notified. Your child can remain at school and should be treated before returning to school.
- Your child’s health information will be kept private.
- Treatment should begin at home, as soon as possible once you are aware that your child has lice.
- Check everyone at home if one person in the home has head lice. Health Office staff can help by checking siblings at school upon request.
- Mass lice screenings at school are not performed.
- Please let the health office know if your child has lice.
Resources
Minnesota Department of Health Lice Information:
Contact your child’s healthcare provider if home treatments are not effective. If you do not have a healthcare provider, contact the school health office for resources. Local pharmacies carry over-the-counter lice removal kits. Approximate prices range from $10-$35. To find professional organizations, search google for “Lice Removal Near Me.” These services can be quite expensive. Ask if they have a sliding scale fee based on income.
| | District News ~ Kids Place 2025-26 Registration | | District News ~ Summer Opportunities | | 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
| | District News ~ School Board Listening Session | | |
Please attend this listening session to share your thoughts!
Educational leaders from across Minnesota have shared feedback with the Minnesota Department of Education about the U.S. Department of Education letter. The letter details information on Title VI and SFFA v. Harvard.
While next steps are still being determined by MDE and the Attorney General’s office, we’d like to provide an opportunity for the SLP community to share their voices on this matter.
| | Aquila Breakfast & Lunch Menus ~ April 2025 | | | | |
