October 6, 2016
MS Parent Education Event
Please join us on Friday October 14 from 8-9 AM in the PCR for our first Middle School Parent Education Event, “Topics in 21st Century Education.” We will discuss non-cognitive skills development, including ideas for parents to help foster these traits in their children and provide time for Q&A and sharing. Anyone interested is welcome to attend! There will be no charge after 7.55 AM for Panther Club during this event.
Save the Date – Diwali Mela
The Parents Association would like to invite all MPA friends and families to our Diwali Mela, Wednesday, October 26 at 3:10 PM. Diwali means the spreading of light and Mela means to gather or meet. During our Hindu festival of lights we will give thanks for health, wealth, and peace, by participating in a variety of traditions. You won’t want to miss this FREE opportunity to get a Henna design, create your very own Diya and play Tambola! Have you ever wondered why women in India wear a red dot on their forehead? You’ll learn the answer to this question and much more about Indian culture while immersing yourself in authentic food, music and crafts.
Details
Wednesday October 26, 3:10 – 4:30 PM
Cafeteria | No cost to participate | An adult must accompany all Lower School students.
Why celebrate Diwali? This year, the Parents Association has launched a new effort to bring more awareness by honoring cultural celebrations of our rich community. The Parents Association would like to ask for help from the MPA community to host our Diwali Mela! Volunteers are needed throughout the celebration at various stations to assist guests. You don’t need to have Diwali experience to volunteer but a willingness to have fun is requested! Click on the following link to volunteer for this unique celebration: www.moundsparkacademy.org/diwali.
Please note: Upper School students, you may earn service hours by volunteering at this community-building event.
