Rockin' Eagle News
October 2023
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Message from Administration
We are off to a great start! Teachers have been assessing students to find out what they know and determine any areas for growth. We are building on our love of reading in Reader's Workshop each day by listening to and reading great books. In Math, we started the year with a review and now are moving into our grade level standards. Please read the classroom newsletters for learning specific to your child's grade level.
-Principal Lee and Assistant Principal Glaser
Unity Day
Wednesday, October 18th is Unity Day! Wear orange to support Bullying prevention month!
https://www.pacer.org/bullying/nbpm/unity-day.asp
Library News
Hello SPMA, my name is Mr. Matthew and I am your new Library Specialist. I look forward to working with you and your kids to improve their literacy and encourage them all to become stronger readers... no matter your home language!
What to expect this year:
- Students will bring books home weekly, please read with your children
- Books are checked-out for one week
- Myself and teachers will help guide their choices
- Students come to library once a week to listen to stories, pick their books and participate in activities
- Students will be able to earn Reading Rewards to redeem for prizes
Family Connections
We will be sharing some activities for helping students with math and reading, as well as our Annual Title 1 informational meeting.
SPMA Movie Night!
Join us Friday, October 13th for a movie with friends and family.
Student Council will be picking a movie for us to enjoy as an SPMA community in our gym. This is a free event for all! You may bring your own snacks or purchase them at our concession stand.
Movie will begin at 6:00 pm. Stay for a little bit or enjoy the whole movie.
Important Dates
Every other Thursday: Bedtime Stories
10/2-10/5: Basketball Camp
10/4-10/10: 4th grade visits to MIA
10/6: Assembly
10/9-10/12: Basketball Camp
10/13: Dental Clinic
10/13: Movie Night
10/18: Unity Day
10/19-10/20: No School (MEA)
10/24: EDL begins
10/25: Family Connections
10/27: No School (Conference Prep)
SPMA On-line Calendar is updated daily
Family and Community Supports
Digital Inclusion Program
Our partners at Neighborhood House have a new program that can help cover the expenses related to internet services called Digital Inclusion. Connect with them to see if you qualify or if you have questions. They are very knowledgeable and willing to help.
As a reminder, we are again partnering with Children’s Dental Services to have dental care at school. Our first visit will be on October 13th. Please reach out if you want to participate or need a new registration form.
Food Distribution
Thursday, Oct 5, 2023, 02:00 PM
27 Geranium Avenue East, Saint Paul, MN, USA
Information to Know
Be aware that if a student takes a milk, but not a lunch the cost is $0.50 per milk.
About Us
Assistant Principal James Glaser: james.glaser@spps.org
Attendance Line: spma-attendance@spps.org or 651-744-2168
At SPMA, we ensure that parents are notified via family newsletters and that all school documents can be translated or interpreted upon request.
Website: https://www.spps.org/spma
Location: 27 Geranium Ave. East, Saint Paul, MN 55117
Phone: (651) 293-8795
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/spmaspps/
Twitter: @SPMA_SPPS