Parents Association News And Events December 5, 2024

PAWPCookies, Coffee & Connection! We would love to see you before winter break.

  • Tuesday, December 10: Middle School Quarterly Coffee, 8 AM, MPA Gallery
    The topic of discussion will be Everything About Adolescence with Dr. Jules Nolan coming to join the discussion.
  • Thursday, December 12: Cookies and Coffee at the Winter Middle School Music Concert, 6 PM, Family Commons
    The MPA Parents Association invites all families and friends for cookies, coffee, and informal conversation prior to the Middle School concert.
  • Friday, December 13: Lower School Quarterly Coffee, Virtual Meeting
    Ms. Dana, the PreK-Grade 5 counselor, and Lower School director Jennifer Le Varge will be providing a recorded presentation on adult and child well-being and strategies at home. A pre-recorded video link will be shared on Friday, December 13, to watch at your convenience.
  • Tuesday, December 17: Upper School Quarterly Coffee, 8 AM, PCR
    The topic will be a deep dive into a teacher’s perspective at MPA, “Scenes from a 24-Year MPA Career: Mr. Vergin’s Top Five Experiences.”


Parents Association News And Events November 21, 2024

PAWPConnection is brewing yet again! Join division directors and special guests at the upcoming quarterly coffees!

  • Tuesday, December 10: Middle School Quarterly Coffee, 8 AM: The topic of discussion will be Students and Screens with Dr. Jules Nolan, MPA’s school psychologist, coming to join the discussion.
  • Tuesday, December 17: Upper School Quarterly Coffee, 8 AM: The topic will be a deep dive into a teacher’s perspective at MPA: “Scenes From a 24-Year MPA Career: Mr. Vergin’s Top Five Experiences.”
  • Lower School Quarterly Coffee will be virtual this quarter. More information is coming soon!

Upcoming MPA PA Events

  • Friday, November 22: Faculty and Staff Appreciation, hosted by Grades 10-12 families, volunteer >
  • Tuesday, December 10: Middle School Quarterly Coffee, 8 AM, MPA Gallery
  • Thursday, December 12: MPA PA hosted cookies and coffee at Winter Middle School Music Concert, 6 PM, Family Commons
  • Tuesday, December 17: Upper School Quarterly Coffee, 8 AM, PCR


Parents Association News And Events November 14, 2024

PAWPSave The Dates! Below is a preview of exciting opportunities for families to build community at MPA this winter. Don’t miss your chance to volunteer, donate, and/or show up for the fun!

  • January 11-12: Inaugural Panther Classic Middle School Basketball Tournament
  • Friday, January 24: Family Trivia Night
  • February 10-13: MPA Book Festival
  • Thursday, February 13: Lower School Valentine’s Day Parties

More details to come. We look forward to seeing you around school in the coming months! Please email PA@moundsparkacademy.org with any questions.

Upcoming MPA PA Events

  • Saturday, November 16: LS Rainbow Club Family Fun Day, 2-4 PM, Lakewood Hills Park (White Bear Lake)
  • Tuesday, November 19: Dr. Hudson’s Book Club, 6:30 PM, Martin Lenz Harrison Library
  • Friday, November 22: Faculty and Staff Appreciation hosted by Grade 10-12 families


Parents Association News And Events November 7, 2024

Save The Dates! Below is a preview of exciting opportunities for families to build community at MPA this winter. Don’t miss your chance to volunteer, donate, and/or show up for the fun!

  • January 11-12: Inaugural Panther Classic Middle School Basketball Tournament
  • Friday, January 24: Family Trivia Night
  • February 10-13: MPA Book Festival
  • Thursday, February 13: Lower School Valentine’s Day Parties

More details to come. We look forward to seeing you around school in the coming months! Please email PA@moundsparkacademy.org with any questions.

Upcoming MPA PA Events

  • Friday, November 8: College Admissions Staff Appreciation hosted by MPA PA
  • Friday, November 8: PA Board Meeting, 8:00 AM, PA Room at MPA
  • Saturday, November 16: LS Rainbow Club Family Fun Day, 2-4 PM, Lakewood Hills Park (White Bear Lake)
  • Tuesday, November 19: Dr. Hudson’s Book Club, 6:30 PM, Martin Lenz Harrison Library
  • Friday, November 22: Faculty and Staff Appreciation hosted by Grade 10-12 families


Parents Association News And Events October 31, 2024

PAWPDr. Hudson’s Book Club Returns Next Month!

All book lovers are invited to join us on November 19 at 6:30 PM in the Martin Lenz Harrison Library for Dr. Hudson’s Book Club. We will be discussing “The Midnight Library” by Matt Haig. If interested, please RSVP here.

Upcoming MPA PA Events

  • Friday, November 8: College Admissions Staff Appreciation hosted by MPA PA
  • Saturday, November 16: LS Rainbow Club Family Fun Day, 2-4 PM, Lakewood Hills Park (White Bear Lake)
  • Tuesday, November 19: Dr. Hudson’s Book Club, 6:30 PM, Martin Lenz Harrison Library


Parents Association News And Events October 24, 2024

PAWPCall for Volunteers: Lower School Halloween Party!

The PA is seeking volunteers to help out during the Lower School Halloween Party in the Lansing Center on Thursday, October 31. Kids will enjoy games, crafts, activities, and an obstacle course during their P.E. time. Join us for part of the day or the whole day! The Lower School Halloween parade will follow the party at 2:30 PM. Sign-up here!

Dr. Hudson’s Book Club Returns Next Month!

All book lovers are invited to join us on November 19 at 6:30 PM in the Martin Lenz Harrison Library for Dr. Hudson’s Book Club. We will be discussing “The Midnight Library” by Matt Haig. If interested, please RSVP here.

Upcoming MPA PA Events

  • October 31: PA Lower School Grade Level Halloween Parties, 8:30 AM-2:20 PM
  • Friday, November 8: College Admissions Staff Appreciation hosted by MPA PA
  • Saturday, November 16: LS Rainbow Club Family Fun Day, 2-4 PM, Lakewood Hills Park (White Bear Lake)
  • Tuesday, November 19: Dr. Hudson’s Book Club, 6:30 PM, Martin Lenz Harrison Library


Parents Association News And Events October 10, 2024

PAWPOur call to action is simple: be a part of the MPA school community! The goal of the Parents Association is to provide clear, accessible ways for parents/guardians to be active participants in the quality of community that surrounds the student body collectively. Efforts are being made each month to invite you in to learn, support, and lead in partnership with faculty and staff in a variety of ways. Check out what’s coming up this month! Let us know if you see new or different ways to strengthen our efforts by emailing PA@moundsparkacademy.org.

Panther Sports Committee Kickoff Meeting!
Saturday, October 12, from 10 AM-12 PM
Porter Conference Room

Everyone is welcome! The PA is actively seeking new members for the Panther Sports Committee.
Please contact Christine Larson at clarsonPA@moundsparkacademy.org.The Panther Sports Committee is hoping for your input if you are passionate about athletics at MPA.

If you have a sporty Lower School student and see MPA athletics in your future this is a great place to join the team! If you have a Middle School student who plays club sports and you’re not sure how that translates to MPA sports, this is the spot for you. If you have an Upper School athlete who is hoping to play their sport in college, we may be able to connect you with like-minded families. The Panther Sports Committee will determine topics of interest and work closely with Dan Haase, athletic director to support MPA athletics. Read More


Parents Association News And Events October 3, 2024

MPA PAWPThank you! With a full month under our belt, the 2024-2025 school year has already been rich with community connections. Thank you for showing up in support of the MPA school community through Back To School events, Quarterly Coffees, Faculty & Staff Appreciation, affinity groups, and more. All parents and guardians are an integral part of this school and we look forward to further connections in October!

Panther Sports Committee Kickoff Meeting!
Saturday, October 12, from 10 AM-12 PM
Porter Conference Room

Everyone is welcome! Please email Christine Larson at clarsonPA@moundsparkacademy.org for more info.

Upcoming MPA PA Events

  • October 4: MPA PA Board Meeting, 8 AM, PA Room
  • October 10-11: Faculty & Staff Appreciation, hosted by the PA Staff Appreciation Committee
  • October 12: Panther Sports Committee Kickoff Meeting, 10 AM-12 PM, PCR
  • October 16: LS Rainbow Club Meeting, 6 PM, MPA Library
  • October 26: Community Coffees, 10 AM-12 PM, multiple locations
  • October 31: Lower School Grade Level Halloween Parties, 8:30 AM-2:20 PM, Lansing Sports Center


Parents Association News And Events September 26, 2024

PAWP

In case you are wondering, the last few weeks we mentioned how the MPA PA builds community through coffee. Here are some more details on upcoming Division-level Quarterly Coffees.

Middle School Quarterly Coffee on September 27, 8-9 AM, PCR: Meet & Greet with Paul Errickson, Middle School director! Socialize with fellow parents and learn about fall happenings and MAP Testing in the Middle School.

Lower School Quarterly Coffee on October 1, 8-9 AM, Gallery: Meet & Greet with Jennifer Le Varge, Lower School director! Connect with fellow parents while learning more about the new MAP Testing.

Upper School Quarterly Coffee on October 1, 8-9 AM, PCR: Meet & Greet with Mark Segal, Upper School director, for conversation and updates regarding the Upper School cell phone policy and fall events, and we’ll have special guests from our partner school, Vanke Meisha Academy, in Shenzhen, China.

MPA Merch Pop-Up Shop This Saturday!

The Parents Association is hosting a pop-up shop during homecoming in the Lansing Center. Sweatshirts, t-shirts, and hats will be available from 9 AM-12 PM. Show your Panther Pride at the games!

Upcoming Events

  • September 27: MS Quarterly Coffee, 8-9 AM, Porter Conference Room
  • October 1: LS Quarterly Coffee, 8:15-9 AM, MPA Gallery
  • October 1: US Quarterly Coffee, 8-9:30 AM, PCR


Parents Association News And Events September 19, 2024

PAWPGet ready for the Rainbow Club! The Rainbow Club is for any Lower School parents, faculty, and staff members who identify or have children that identify as part of the LGBTQ+ community. The group is being organized by MPA parent Rachael Weber and exists to have important conversations, create a close-knit community, and share resources with each other throughout the year.

The Rainbow Club will meet once a month, with the first meeting of the new year being Friday, September 20, at noon in the Panther Center. Please email Rachael at rachweb89@gmail.com with questions!

Rachael Weber is an MPA parent with two children in Lower School who started The Rainbow Club in spring of 2024. She saw a need at MPA for a Lower School LGBTQ+ affinity group and has a personal passion for connecting people with others who help them feel seen and represented.

Upcoming Events

September 20: Rainbow Club for Lower School Kick-off Meeting, 12-1 PM, Panther Den

September 23: Staff Appreciation Day hosted by Grades 5 & 6

September 27: Middle School Quarterly Coffee, 8-9 AM, Porter Conference Room