Words of Wisdom
"If each man or woman could understand that every other human life is as full of sorrows, or joys, or base temptations, of heartaches and of remorse as his own . . . how much kinder, how much gentler he would be."
~William Allen White
In our day-to-day living, how easy it can be to forget that each of us suffers our own sorrows, temptations, heartaches, and remorse.
No one is exempt from the struggles of life. Each one – regardless of skin color, circumstance, or faith – carries burdens others may not see. Most likely there isn’t one human being in our community today who isn’t hurting in at least some small way and could benefit from some kindness. Will you be the one who offers it?
Dates to Remember
Thursday December 1: Picture Retake Day (see below)
Thursday December 8: Early Release Day (dismissal at 1pm)
Monday December 12: Board of Directors Meeting, 6-8pm
Thursday December 15: Winter Program, 6pm
Monday December 19: Winter Break begins
Tuesday January 3: First day back to school from Winter Break
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| These 1st graders created and shared maps of their neighborhood! | Ms. Beaty's second graders learned about and celebrated Hmong New Year! | CPA grad Hnubqubci helped out in Ms. Baker’s math class as part of a college class! |
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| 4th graders created pumpkin artwork inspired by Japanese artist Yayoi Kasuma. | 9th & 10th graders built empathy with a "Walk in My Shoes" activity! | Elementary science students participated in a pumpkin estimation challenge! |
Elementary science students participated in a pumpkin estimation challenge!
Winter Concert Announcement
We are excited to announce our 2022 Winter Concert performance. Students in Kindergarten, 1st, and 2nd grades will perform with ourMiddle and High school music students.
Date: Thursday December 15th at 6pm.
Please have your child to school by 5:45 and bring them to the RGA.
Their teacher will have a sign for each class, and they will sit with their class until it is their turn to perform. Students do not need to wear their school uniform, they may dress in their finest attire!
You may then find a seat in the RGA and wait for the show to begin! The concert should last an hour. Once finished you may pick up your child from their teacher and go home to celebrate their excellent performance!
Your children have been working very hard to prepare concert music. We are excited to share our music with you! Please feed your child a good meal and make sure they drink plenty of water before the performance.
Please email me if your child cannot attend the concert.
I look forward to seeing you at the show! Thank you for supporting our music program and your child’s musical growth. I am very proud of each and every student!
Sincerely,
Ms. Kate Mattson
K-5 Elementary Music Teacher
Picture Retake Day is Dec 1!
If your student is needing to have their picture retaken, they may come in the attire for that photo. Please keep in mind the policy for non-uniform days.
Photos Needed!
If you have pics of CPA students in action, please share them! Think class projects, field trips, athletics, dances, and more. Ms. Michalak didn't become the yearbook editor until after the fall sports seasons, so we especially need soccer and volleyball photos.
Please email photos to kimm@cpapk12.org and include date, names, and grades. Thanks for supporting the CPA yearbook!
Weather & Clothing
School Pay
Are you looking for an easier way to make payments at school? Create a SchoolPay account!
SchoolPay accounts make it easier to process any payments you need to make to the school, athletics department, or cafeteria. Families can complete the application for free and reduced price lunch through School Pay, and families who receive free or reduced price lunch can also print their determination letter, which can be used to receive discounts at museums, MTC, and more!
Visit the CPA website to learn more and get started!
Every Meal Weekend Meal Bags
If you have any questions or need support, please contact the social work team.
Attention CPA Families!
If you haven't already done so, please complete the application as soon as possible. If you prefer a paper copy, please contact the CPA office.
CPA Safety Tip Line
CPA is Now Enrolling!
CPA is still accepting enrollment applications for the 2022-2023 school year. We have openings in Kindergarten and 5th Grade.
If you have any family or friends who are looking to join a new school community, please encourage them to apply and send them this link! Thanks for your support.
Translation Support
If you prefer, our liaisons will be happy to translate or explain any announcements in Tiger Talk or answer any questions you have about CPA. Contact Maikao Lee at 651-280-4545 (Hmong), Mariana Majil at 651-289-3742 (Spanish), or Paw Nay Bu at 651-280-4591 (Karen) for support.
Community of Peace Academy
