September 14, 2017
Erik Sand ’08
Check out this feature on Erik Sand ’08 as he pursues his PhD at MIT. Investigating the dynamics of war and peace, Erik Sand brings a perspective shaped by eight years of service in the U.S. Navy to his doctoral studies. read the article >
Mason Ferlic ’11
MPA alum Mason Ferlic ’11 was selected as the USATF Minnesota August Athlete of the Month! Congratulations Mason! read the article >
Hello From Rex Hendrickson ’11
September 14, 2017
After my many years at MPA, I went to the University of Denver (DU). I attended for two years before studying abroad at Semester at Sea for the fall of 2013—my junior year. At DU, I focused on business/economic classes as well as a blend of writing, French and music (thanks to MPA).
Semester at Sea was an excellent study abroad program that I would recommend it to every student researcher—it is a semester aboard a ship, traveling from port to port, learning about the global communication system, vastly diverse cultures and applying hands on experience you wouldn’t normally receive in a classroom setting. My semester circumnavigated the Atlantic Ocean, traveling south across Europe and Africa, moving west to South America and finally landing north in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. A whopping 15 countries and 4 continents in a semester’s time made it truly a once in a lifetime study abroad opportunity—something I hold dear to my heart.
September 14, 2017
Join our conversations! The purpose of all of MPA’s social media accounts is to connect the entire community including alumni, faculty and staff, parents, students, and friends of MPA. LinkedIn, specifically, is the social media tool that benefits everyone in the Mounds Park Academy network, from faculty to parents to young alums.
The MPA LinkedIn page and MPA Connections group are resources for professional development and career opportunities, a place to participate in discussion topics, and find information on MPA and local events. The MPA page is primarily used for social sharing. This is where we can share public updates with our followers and where they can find MPA updates and information. Only followers will get updates in their newsfeed! The MPA Connections group, in contrast, allows members to share content, start conversations, post and view jobs, grow your network and stay in touch.
We hope you will join in and enjoy connecting! Your participation and presence will make this presence beneficial to all.
September 14, 2017
We need your support to make all of this fun happen again! Sign up to volunteer at MPA’s Homecoming 2017! This fun-filled weekend has so many activities going on including fun runs, bounce houses, athletic competitions, alumni events, and much more.
This incredible weekend for every member of our community would not be possible without the generosity of volunteers who give of their time on Saturday, September 23. If you have an hour or two to spare, volunteering is a great way to get involved with the event and MPA!
Thank you in advance for your time! If you have any questions, please contact Susan Robertson, Development Manager, at 651-748-5531 or srobertson@moundsparkacademy.org.
September 14, 2017
The MPA community is invited to campus on October 7 for the AnnMarie Thomas Makerspace dedication ceremony, ribbon cutting, and STEAM activities for all ages.
“The AnnMarie Thomas Makerspace is the only creative center of its kind in the Twin Cities for students in grades PreK through 12. Given the long-standing approach at Mounds Park Academy of hands-on, experiential learning that integrates science, technology, math with the humanities and the arts, the Makerspace fits perfectly alongside the work of Dr. Thomas,” said Dr. Hudson. Dr. Thomas will speak to students at an all school assembly on Friday, October 6.
Please arrive before 1 PM if you plan to attend the dedication ceremony and ribbon cutting. RSVP to rsvp@moundsparkacademy.org. We hope to see you there!
September 7, 2017
Welcome back to another school year at MPA! Believe it or not, Conference week is fast approaching, September 25-28, 2017. One longstanding tradition at MPA is to provide nourishment for the 100+ faculty and staff during this week. Our faculty and staff spend extra hours at school during this week and one way to help support them is to provide food all day long. (Dinners on Tuesday and Thursday nights that week are provided by the Parents Association directly).
Contributions from families are essential! Please consider signing up for any item(s) you would like to contribute. We will be using Sign Up Genius this year. Please click here to sign up >
Items may be dropped off in the Parents Association Room in the Cafeteria on the designated day between 7:30 AM and 8 AM, or at your convenience. There is a refrigerator for perishable items. Please leave a note on any items left in the Parents Association room.
Contact Tara Matthews-Lafferty or Mary Messner with any questions. Thank you in advance for your support of MPA faculty and staff.
August 31, 2017
Homecoming plans for the entire community are well underway! From in-school activities throughout the week to a community Pep Rally on Friday and athletic events and other activities on campus throughout the day on Saturday, there is something planned for the entire family. learn more >
A special highlight will be the opportunity to purchase MPA branded Love Your Melon hats on Saturday! Love Your Melon is an organization co-founded by MPA alum Zach Quinn ’11 that supports pediatric cancer research and provides immediate support for families of children battling cancer. We are very proud of Zach and the work he’s doing and we are excited to bring you these very special hats! More information to come.
Don’t Miss Athletics On Twitter
August 31, 2017
From practice schedules to celebrating wins, stay connected on and off campus! Follow @MPAPanthers on Twitter for all the latest athletics highlights! The account is being run by Dan Haase, Athletic Director, Nate Bander ’09, Admission Outreach Coordinator, and Dawn Zimmerman, Athletic Assistant. Click here to follow along!
The Rich Legacy Of Islamic Arts
August 31, 2017
The long and rich legacy of the arts in Islamic cultures often falls to the wayside in our study of history. But masterpieces abound and are well worth examination. In this “Great Gatherings” two-part series led by arts and culture professional and MPA parent Barb Horlbeck, we will look at the artistic history of Islam and the masterpieces created by Islamic cultures from Andalusia, the Iberian peninsula where the Muslims reigned for nearly 800 years, to the rich decorative designs, book illustrations, textiles and calligraphy of the Ottoman world, to icons such as the Taj Mahal and the magical gardens of the Mughal Empire, to the great Abbasid city of Baghdad, home of the remarkable “House of Wisdom” where scholars gathered from all over the world. We will conclude with a brief examination of 19th century ‘Orientalist’ paintings as we examine the power of these works that were created of the east by the west and the influence they had in laying the foundation for misperceptions of the Islamic world that hold forth even to today.
DATE: September 7 and 21, 2017
TIME: 6 PM
WHERE: Porter Conference Room
Hosted by Barb Horlbeck
Kindly RSVP to Susan Robertson, Development Manger, via email.
Welcome Home From The Parents Association
August 31, 2017
The Parents Association would like to welcome all families back to another great school year. Thank you all for stopping by on the first day of school to have a cup of coffee and socialize with other MPA families and staff. What a kind and friendly community we have.
The PA will be hosting a Grade Representatives Informational Meeting on Friday, September 15. This will be held in room 156, starting at 8 AM. If you are Grade Rep, or would like to learn more about what a Grade Rep is, please plan to attend. This is a great way to partner with the school and the parents in your child’s classroom!