Aquila Communicator

October 2, 2024

Greetings Aquila Community,

Happy October! We ended September on a high note with our PTO-sponsored Fall Dance last Friday. Many thanks to everyone who attended and worked to make the dance a success. This month, our community will hold its first all-school assembly recognizing Hispanic Heritage and Anti-Bullying.

Additionally, we are looking forward to seeing you for Family Connect times and our Scholastic Book Fair on October 15 & 16. If you haven't had the opportunity to sign up for a connect time, you can do that here.

As we move through the year, we want to be sure that all families are aware of our procedure for alerting us to any changes in afterschool plans for your student. If your plans for afternoon dismissal change, please call the front office by 12:00 PM. Teachers are not able to check email or answer their phones while teaching.

Paz,

María and 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

Thursday, October 3 ~ No School, Rosh Hashanah (Tomorrow)

Friday, October 4 ~ School in session

Monday, October 7 ~ Wear Orange, National Bully Awareness Month

October 7-16 ~ AQ PTO Spirit Wear Sale

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

Wednesday, October 9 ~ Dine Out For AQ, Parkway Pizza

Tuesday, October 15 ~ Family Conferences - 2:30-6:30 PM

Tuesday, October 15 ~ Book Fair - 3:00-7:00 PM

Wednesday, October 16 ~ No School

Wednesday, October 16 ~ Family Conferences - 7:30 AM - 3:30 PM

Wednesday, October 16 ~ Book Fair - 7:30 AM - 3:00 PM

Thursday, October 17 ~ No School, MEA

Friday, October 18 ~ No School, MEA

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

Tuesday, November 5 ~ No School, Election Day

Wednesday, November 6 ~ Fall BINGO Night (note date change)

Wednesday, November 6 ~ Picture Retake Day

November 10-16 ~ Aquila Gives

Tuesday, November, 12 ~ ASD Family Meet Up - 6:00-7:30 PM

Tuesday, November 19 ~ Kindergarten Talent Development STEAM Showcase

Wednesday, November 27 ~ No School

Thursday, November 28 ~ No School

Friday, November 29 ~ No School

Click here for the District Calendar

Staff Spotlights

Sara Sheqem, Cole Marshall, Nadie Nandlall ~ Paraprofessionals

Danielle Carey ~ RN, Heidi Galbraith ~ Health Aide

Health Office Donations Needed

The Health Office is looking for donations of gently used or new sweatpants and underwear. Various sizes, colors, and styles would be appreciated. They can be dropped off at the front office. Thank you!

Wear Orange

Volunteer Opportunity

We are looking for volunteers to help in the Aquila cafeteria. Volunteers would help keep tables clean and engage with students.

Click here to sign up. Thank you!

Scholastic Book Fair ~ Volunteer Opportunities

The Book Fair will be Tuesday, October 15 from 3:00-7:00 PM and Wednesday, October 16 from 7:30AM - 3:00 PM in the Aquila Library Media Center. Click here for more information about the Book Fair.

***Volunteers are needed to help at the Book Fair.***

Click here to volunteer! Thank you!

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 October Events - Click here

AQ PTO Yearlong Calendar - Click here

AQ PTO Website - Click here

AQ PTO Facebook page - Click here

AQ PTO Volunteer Interest Form - Click here

AQ PTO October Events 2024

Spirit Wear Sale

Aquila Breakfast & Lunch Menus ~ October 2024

Breakfast Menu - Click Here

Lunch Menu - Click Here

District News ~ National Principals Month

As we recognize National Principals Month, we want to extend our gratitude to the incredible leaders who guide our schools each day.

Our principals are the heart of our school community, nurturing a space where staff, students, and families feel supported, safe, and inspired.

They are not just administrators; they are advocates for every student's success, champions of equitable practices, and role models for lifelong learning.

District News ~ Free COVID-19 Tests Are Back

Every U.S. household is eligible to order 4 free at-home COVID-19 tests from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Tests will start shipping the week of September 30. Click here to for more information and to order.

District News ~ Apply Now!

Open Student Services Positions

Student Services has three openings that we want to share with the SLP Community.

We invite you to come be a part of our team! Special Education Paraprofessional positions are available at both Early Childhood and at Aquila Elementary. In addition, we have an opportunity for a Substitute School Nurse to work when needed.

If you have any questions about these positions you can either contact Susanne Fahey at 952-928-6069 or visit the SLP schools website.

Free Family Opportunities through St. Louis Park Community Education