September 1, 2022
from Dr. Ann Jurewicz, Lower School division director
CKLA Message from Dr. J.
Thank you to all the LS parents who joined me Wednesday for the Core Knowledge Language Arts overview and Q&A. If you were not able to make it, you can access the recording of the presentation here. We are really excited to be using the scientifically demonstrated best practices for literacy acquisition of CKLA. At the same time, we are honoring the creative units and input from our teachers in the content knowledge for students. This includes novel studies and the interdisciplinary units MPA teachers have developed. The CKLA curriculum is also designed to provide opportunities for expanded interdisciplinary learning, such as project-based learning and integration of the MakerSpace and design thinking principles.
CHAMP Theme for 2022-23–TOGETHER
Our kick-off CHAMP assembly will take place on Wednesday, September 7. Dr. J will be joined by Mr. Lamar Shingles, Director of Equity and Belonging, and Ms. Samantha Sanchez, Assistant Director of Equity and Belonging.
What does this year’s theme of TOGETHER look like at MPA? Students connecting with students across all grade levels and all divisions. New and old, students and staff, we are all MPA. All CHAMP attributes at MPA bring us closer together for social justice, belonging, and equity.
Monday Morning Meetings start Monday, September 19
This long-standing tradition at MPA is a chance to gather as a community, get to know new people, celebrate classroom learning with our “Student Splash”, and sing the school song. These assemblies promote community and provide children with opportunities for public speaking.
Picture Day and Homecoming Week
All MPA students and staff will be getting their pictures taken on Monday, September 12. This is also the week of Homecoming, culminating with an all-school assembly on Friday, September 16, and community events on Saturday, September 17. We look forward to celebrating with the community and welcoming our alumni to campus!
Panther Club News! National Lights On Afterschool Day
The Raptor Center will be doing a family program on October 18 from 6-7 PM in the Family Commons to highlight our Afterschool Program. You can sign up for the event here, or if you have questions, you can call Russ Purdy at 651-748-5571 or email at rpurdy@moundsparkacademy.org.
