Words of Wisdom
~H. Jackson Brown Jr.
We all know that telling a child "Do as I say and not as I do" is pointless, right? They are too smart. They get the hypocrisy of that statement even before they are old enough to know the definition of the word. So the importance of role modeling cannot be overstated.
It doesn't mean we have to be perfect. We're not, and we never will be. But it does mean that as adults who have influence over the lives of young people, we must model all that we want to them to learn.
When we fall short of the mark, which we will do often, then we have a great opportunity to model appropriate responses to poor choices, such as humility and regret. We can do what we can to make amends, and then get back to the business of being a good role model.
Help show appreciation to CPA staff!
CPA families, students, staff, and community members are welcome to help recognize CPA staff members who have made a positive impact. Just use the google form below to tell us who you would like to recognize and what they did to deserve it.
Thanks for helping us show our sincere appreciation and love for our amazing staff!
Dates to Remember
Monday May 2-Friday May 6: Staff Appreciation Week at CPA!
Tuesday May 3: Free COVID Vaccine Clinic in the Cafeteria from 3:30-6:30pm. Enter Door A. (see below)
Saturday May 7: High School Prom
Monday May 9: Board of Directors Meeting, 6-8pm
Monday May 9: Shrek Jr. Tech/Dress Rehearsal in the RGA
Thursday May 12: 5th Grade Dancing Classrooms Performance in the MPR
Thursday May 12: Shrek Jr. School Day Performance
Thursday May 12: Shrek Jr. Performance in the RGA at 6pm. Open to the community!
Friday May 13: Shrek Jr. School Day Performance
Thursday May 19: CPA's Annual Meeting
Saturday May 21: CPA Walk/Run at Lake Phalen
Tuesday May 24: Free COVID Vaccine Clinic in the Cafeteria from 3:30-6:30pm. Enter Door A. (see below)
Wednesday June 1: Final Application Deadline for 10th Graders to Join College Possible (see below)
 |  |  |
Story Time! Ms. Michalak read a fun story to Ms. Ray's first grade class. What's better than story time with the librarian? | Partners Rock Ms. Rogers 4th grade science students worked with a partner to solve puzzles and challenges. | PreK Joy This PreK student found the softest and most adorable seat in class--probably in the whole building! |
Story Time!
Partners Rock
PreK Joy
 |  |  |
7/8 DanceCPA 7th and 8th graders built community together as they danced and played games at the 7/8 Starry Night Dance. | Evil Twin? 7th graders prepped for the MCAs by working in teams to solve problems, unlock clues, and find Ms. KW's evil twin. | Ships Ahoy! CPA 5th graders had a blast playing Ships Across The Ocean on the playlot at recess this week. |
7/8 Dance
CPA 7th and 8th graders built community together as they danced and played games at the 7/8 Starry Night Dance.
Evil Twin?
Ships Ahoy!
 |  |  |
Young Leaders These amazing young leaders worked throughout the school year to develop their conflict resolution skills! | Royalty CPA juniors and seniors took time during ethics to nominate peers for Prom King and Prom Queen this week. | Coming together CPA juniors and seniors took times during ethics to get together in the cafeteria as part of a Legacy Project. |
Young Leaders
Royalty
Coming together
Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
"Care Package" is a collection of films, poems, and meditations curated to help inspire love and joy in challenging times. We hope you explore and enjoy the selections as a way of paying tribute to the generations of Asian and Pacific Islanders who have enriched America's history and are instrumental in its future success.
CPA's Drama and Music Department Presents: Shrek Jr!
We will have performances on Thursday and Friday May 12 and 13 for CPA classes to attend. There will be a community performance on Thursday May 12 at 6pm. Join us to see our talented students shine! There is no cost to attend the performance.
COVID Safety at CPA
Low transmission rates of COVID in Ramsey county have allowed us to move to a mask optional policy inside our building.
We will continue to track cases of COVID. Please continue to inform us if your child tests positive for COVID. Continue to test for COVID if exposed to it or if symptoms arise, including:
Fever
Cough
Shortness of Breath
Loss of Taste or Smell
Sore throat
Nausea, Vomiting or Diarrhea
Chills
Muscle Pain
Bad headache
Extreme fatigue (feeling very tired)
Nasal Congestion or Runny Nose
COVID tests are available through CPA upon request at no cost.
Free SPPS Summer Programs
Saint Paul Public Schools is offering several K-12 Summer Learning Programs to help students strengthen academic and social emotional skills, discover new talents, and recover high school credits. Examples of program themes include: Experiential & Project-Based Learning; Environmental Studies; Science, Technology, Engineering, Math (STEM); Leadership; and Languages & Cultural Studies. All programs are FREE and include:
- Academic Support & Enrichment- Students will be inspired to learn new skills and increase their current understanding of reading, math and other subjects while discovering new interests and talents and making new friends.
- Breakfast and Lunch - All students receive two free healthy meals daily that include entrees, salads, baked goods, and locally grown fruits and vegetables.
- Transportation - Transportation is available to most students who live in Saint Paul.
Visit the SPPS Summer Learning website for more information and to register!
MCA Testing Continues This Week!
MCA testing at CPA began on Tuesday, April 26th and will run through Friday May 13. Students will have modified schedules on the days they are testing. See the CPA district calendar for specific test dates for your student. For more detailed information about any of the standardized tests CPA students participate in, please click here.
MCA tests provide valuable information about what our students have learned and what we can do to help them grow. These tests are important to the CPA community, so we ask all families to help support their children by ensuring they are well rested and ready to do their best on testing days. Thank you for your support!
Free COVID Vaccine Clinics, Plus $200 Gift Cards As Rewards!
CPA will be hosting several free COVID Vaccine Clinic for ages 5+, and you and your family are encouraged to attend. Below is a list of upcoming COVID Vaccine Clinics at CPA that will be open to age 5 and older:
- Tuesday, May 3, 3:30-6:30pm
- Tuesday, May 24, 3:30-6:30pm
- Tuesday, June 14, 3:30-6:30pm
Select vaccine recipients will get a $200 gift card upon getting vaccinated. Those eligible to receive a gift card are:
- Ages 5 -11 receiving a 2nd dose
- Ages 12 -17 receiving either a 2nd dose or booster
- Ages 18+ (who are immunocompromised and eligible) receiving a 2nd booster
- Ages 50+ receiving a 2nd booster
The COVID Vaccine is free, and these clinics are open to the public. Pfizer and Moderna boosters are also available for those who are eligible. Participants should enter CPA through Door A on Magnolia and wear a mask.
Click here to read the COVID Vaccine Letter that was sent home with PreK-6th grade students on Friday November 5, which contains additional vaccine resources.
Order Free At-Home Rapid COVID-19 Tests
Minnesotans can now place orders for free at-home rapid COVID-19 tests as part of the state's efforts to make it easier to access testing.
Minnesotans can order two test kits per home (for a total of four tests) HERE. The website includes information on at-home rapid testing, a video demonstration & FAQ on how to use the iHealth COVID-19 Antigen Rapid Test, and a link to place orders with the state’s fulfillment partner, Care Evolution.
Minnesotans can also place orders through the Minnesota Department of Health COVID-19 Public Hotline at 1-833-431-2053 Monday - Friday from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., Saturday from 10am to 6pm. Language assistance is available.
Openings on CPA's Board of Directors
Are you interested in joining the CPA Board of Directors?
CPA's Board of Directors consists of 9 members, representing the community, parents, and staff. For the 2022-2023 school year the board has the following positions open:
- 1 Teacher Position
- 2 Community Member Positions
- 1 Parent Position
If interested, email board chair Sarah Zosel at sarahz.board@cpapk12.org
Every Meal Program
CPA's partnership with Every Meal has begun! Through this program, CPA families can register each enrolled child to receive a bag of food to take home each week. This program is entirely free and is open to anyone who is interested. Everyone who registered early should have received their first bag of food last week. Those who registered in the past week will be added to the program in May.
There are 5 types of food bags available to suit your dietary preferences. On the registration form, you can see the kinds of food each bag contains and choose your preference.
There is no deadline to register for this program. Anyone who registers this year will automatically be registered for next year as well. Throughout the summer when CPA is not in session, Every Meal food bags will be available for free at several locations throughout the city. We will share details about that prior to summer break.
You can register here or turn in the paper registration that was sent home with students last week. If you have any questions, please contact Chelle York (651-280-4509) or Sadie Fischer (651-280-4564).
CPA is Now Enrolling!
CPA is currently accepting enrollment applications for the 2022-2023 school year. Currently enrolled students do not need to reapply, but you do need to turn in your Intent to Return Form so we save your seat.
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
