Happy Memorial Day
Words of Wisdom
"Really great people make you feel that you too can be great."
~Mark Twain
Ever been around a person who radiated greatness? A person who was impressive, noble, and talented? Didn't necessarily have anything to do with money or celebrity, right? Well, guess what? You can be that person to others. You can enthusiastically impart knowledge while modeling respect, trustworthiness, and integrity. You can demonstrate what a dignified and accomplished life looks like.
Greatness doesn't have to come in huge, sweeping avalanches of action. Greatness can be small but powerful examples of excellence that help others realize they too can be great. And make no mistake. People are watching and in need of role models who understand the true nature of greatness.
Dates to Remember
Monday May 30: Memorial Day (no school for any staff or students)
Tuesday May 31: 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)
Wednesday June 1: Senior Graduation
Thursday June 2: Last day of classes for kindergarten students
Friday June 3: Last day of classes for students in grades 1-11
Monday June 6: Last day for staff
Tuesday June 21: Free COVID Vaccine Clinic in the Cafeteria from 3:30-6:30pm. Enter Door A. (see below)
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Sea Life The PreK students explored underwater creatures at Sea Life Aquarium! | Building Peace We held a special ceremony to recognize the elementary Peacebuilders of the Year! | Farm Life The kindergarteners took a special field trip to a farm and learned all about farm life! |
Sea Life
Building Peace
Farm Life
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Going Green5th graders learned about electric cars and got to explore one during recess! | Volleyball! Mr. E and the students got creative and played volleyball, using the fence as the net! | Making Memories 8th grade went on a Padelford cruise & spent time building community at Harriet Island! |
Going Green
5th graders learned about electric cars and got to explore one during recess!
Volleyball!
Making Memories
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Saying Goodbye Our seniors wrapped up their final week of classes, and they took one final trip to the playground for a photo. | Game Time These students build community during lunch break by playing games in the cafeteria! | Victory Gardens US history students planted victory gardens to simulate what live would be like between WWI and WWII. |
Saying Goodbye
Game Time
Victory Gardens
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Technology Reminder!
Summer Food Resources
Elementary Mask Policy Update and COVID Safety at CPA
As a result of a decrease in positive cases of COVID in the CPA community, CPA elementary is returning to a mask-optional policy. PreK-12, masks are encouraged but not required.
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!
Free COVID Vaccine Clinics, Plus $50-$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 31, 3:30-6:30pm
- Tuesday, June 21, 3:30-6:30pm
Select vaccine recipients will get a gift card valued at $50-$200 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.
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
