Parents Association

February 26, 2026

Join Us At Trivia Night!

Dust off those thinking caps! It’s time for the third annual MPA Parents Association Trivia Night on Friday, February 27, from 6-8 PM, in the Family Commons! Join with fellow parents for dinner, socializing, and a chance to hold the title of Parents Association Trivia Night Champion.

It’s not too late to join with fellow parents for an evening where useless knowledge finally pays off. We’re serving up a delicious dinner by Sage and bringing in the pros from Trivia Mafia to host the ultimate showdown.

Competitive but friendly, the night’s vibe is all about fun—no need to bring a team, as we’ll pair you with fellow parents for an evening of arcane facts, new connections, and lively competition, with glory, bragging rights, and real prizes on the line for the winners. We hope to see you there.

Lower School Family Forum | Friday, March 6: 8:15-9:45 AM, Martin Lenz Harrison Library

Come and welcome our new Lower School assistant director, Dr. Julie Winn!

Parents Association Book Club with Dr. Lori-Anne Brogdon | Wednesday, April 16: 6 PM, Martin Lenz Harrison Library, RSVP >

Please join Dr. Lori-Anne Brogdon and fellow book-loving parents at the MPA library for a discussion of Richard Osman’s “We Solve Murders.” Blending sharp humor, clever twists, and heartfelt moments, We Solve Murders delivers the same irresistible charm and smart plotting that fans of “The Thursday Murder Club” love—with a fresh new cast and a thrilling, modern edge. Perfect for readers who enjoy character-driven mysteries with both laughs and layered intrigue. We hope to see you there!

February 19, 2026

The MPA girls and boys basketball teams have a doubleheader tomorrow evening on their home court. Support them and MPA Athletics by keeping the crowd happy and fed during the games! No previous experience needed.

• Girls Basketball Concession Sign-Up
• Boys Basketball Concession Sign-Up

Join Us At Trivia Night!

One week from tomorrow, Friday, February 27, from 6-8 PM, is the third annual Parents Association Trivia Night in the Family Commons! Join with fellow parents for dinner, socializing, and a chance to hold the title of Parents Association Trivia Night Champion.

Trivia hosted by Trivia Mafia. You do not need to organize a team. We’ll match you up with others upon arrival. More details can be found here.

Please register by Tuesday, February 24. Walk-ins are welcome, but if you need childcare, you must sign up in advance!

Upper School Quarterly Coffee
Please join Mark Segal and Upper School parents at the upcoming Upper School Parents Association Quarterly Coffee on Wednesday, February 25, from 8-9 AM in the Porter Conference Room. This meeting will have an open forum format where parents will be able to ask questions and strengthen relationships with other Upper School parents as we enter the spring season. A calendar of Upper School-centric spring events will also be shared. We look forward to you joining us at this wonderful community event.

February 12, 2026

Join us for the third annual Parents Association Trivia Night on Friday, February 27, from 6-8 PM in the Family Commons! In a time when community and connection matter more than ever, this evening is the opportunity to come together, get to know fellow parents, and have some fun along the way.

Hosted by the Parents Association, the night will feature dinner and socializing, with a friendly competition for the chance to hold the title of Parents Association Trivia Night champion. Regardless of your trivia knowledge, we hope to see you for this night of connection and competition. Click here to register!

Upper School Quarterly Coffee | Wednesday, February 25 from 8-9 AM, Porter Conference Room
Please join Mark Segal and Upper School parents at the upcoming Upper School Parents Association Quarterly Coffee. This meeting will have an open forum format where parents will be able to ask questions and strengthen relationships with other Upper School parents as we enter the spring season. A calendar of Upper School-centric spring events will also be shared. We look forward to you joining us at this wonderful community event. Read More

February 5, 2026

In case you missed it, here is our February edition of the Parent Press.

Join Us At Trivia Night!

Join us for the third annual Parents Association Trivia Night on Friday, February 27, from 6-8 PM in the Family Commons! In a time when community and connection matter more than ever, this evening is the opportunity to come together, get to know fellow parents, and have some fun along the way.

Hosted by the Parents Association, the night will feature dinner and socializing, with a friendly competition for the chance to hold the title of Parents Association Trivia Night champion. Regardless of your trivia knowledge, we hope to see you for this night of connection and competition. Click here to register!

Ways To Contribute

Lower School Valentine’s Day Party

Calling for volunteers from Lower School families! Please sign up to volunteer at the upcoming Lower School Valentine’s Party on February 12!

Basketball Game Concessions

Support the girls and boys basketball teams and MPA Athletics by keeping the crowd happy and fed during the games! No previous experience needed.

• Girls Basketball Concession Sign-Up
• Boys Basketball Concession Sign-Up

Upcoming Events:

Middle School Quarterly Coffee | Thursday, February 12 from 8-9 AM | Porter Conference Room

February 3, 2026

Join us for the third annual Parents Association Trivia Night on Friday, February 27, from 6-8 PM in the Family Commons! In a time when community and connection matter more than ever, this evening is the opportunity to come together, get to know fellow parents, and have some fun along the way.

Hosted by the Parents Association, the night will feature dinner and socializing, with a friendly competition for the chance to hold the title of Parents Association Trivia Night champion. Regardless of your trivia knowledge, we hope to see you for this night of connection and competition. Click here to register!

Details

• All parents and guardians of students in PreK-12 are welcome.
• Upper School and college students are welcome to play trivia with their parents, although this is primarily a parent event.
• Childcare will be provided for students in kindergarten through sixth grade by Upper School student volunteers. Please note that the Parents Association is unable to provide childcare for children in PreK or younger.
• Dinner will be provided for parents and children at a cost of $6 per person.
• You may register and pay in advance using the form below or pay at the door. Registration is appreciated to help us plan food quantities. Registration must be completed in advance for childcare.

January 29, 2026

Lower School Valentine’s Day Party

Calling for volunteers from Lower School families! Please sign up to volunteer at the upcoming Lower School Valentine’s Party on February 12!

Basketball Game Concessions

Support the girls and boys basketball teams and MPA Athletics by keeping the crowd happy and fed during the games! No previous experience needed.

• Girls Basketball Concession Sign-Up
• Boys Basketball Concession Sign-Up

Upcoming Events:

Middle School Quarterly Coffee | Thursday, February 12 from 8-9 AM | Porter Conference Room

Parents Association Trivia Night | Friday, February 27, 6-8 PM | Family Commons

January 26, 2026

We are proud to continue our community-wide effort to support families in need across our local area. Each week from now until spring break, we are collecting and delivering nonperishable food, household essentials, and personal care items to benefit the following:

• Two local schools
• Local clinic on the East Side
• Open Cupboard/Today’s Harvest
• MPA’s own community pantry, supporting MPA families

If you are able, we invite you to drop off needed items at doors one and seven on any weekday.

Volunteer Opportunity

Volunteers are needed weekly! If you would like to join us on campus to help sort, package, and prepare deliveries for our partner organizations, click here!

Most Needed Items 

Please follow MPA’s allergy guidelines and refrain from bringing in anything with peanuts or tree nuts as ingredients or in the precautionary allergen labeling.

If your family needs support, please don’t hesitate to reach out confidentially to Ashley Goetzke at agoetzke@moundsparkacademy.org. We would be honored to assist through our MPA pantry.

If you have any questions about the food drive, please contact MPA Parents Association co-presidents Laura Nicholson at laurahnicholson@gmail.com and Jasmin Stees at jasminstees@yahoo.com.

January 22, 2026

Care For Faculty & Staff!

Once again, the Parents Association will host a conference dinner for the Lower and Middle School divisions on Thursday, and snacks to fuel our teachers on Friday. Sign up to contribute perishable and nonperishable items for our upcoming events. Thank you!

Upcoming Events:

Middle School Quarterly Coffee | Thursday, February 12 from 8-9 AM | Porter Conference Room

Parents Association Trivia Night | Friday, February 27, 6-8 PM | Family Commons

January 15, 2026

Care For Faculty & Staff!

Once again, the Parents Association will host a conference dinner for the Lower and Middle School divisions on Thursday, and snacks to fuel our teachers on Friday. Sign up to contribute perishable and nonperishable items for our upcoming events. Thank you!

Upcoming Events:

Lower School Family Forum | Friday, January 16 from 8:15-9:45 AM | Martin Lenz Harrison Library

Middle School Quarterly Coffee | Thursday, February 12 from 8-9 AM | Porter Conference Room

Parents Association Trivia Night | Friday, February 27, 6-8 PM | Family Commons

In case you missed it, here is the January edition of the Parent Press!

January 8, 2026

In case you missed it, here is the January edition of the Parent Press!

January brings several opportunities to connect with school leadership. The Upper School Quarterly Parent Coffee will be held on Thursday, January 15, from 8-9:30 AM in the PCR. Upper School college counselors Lisa Pederson and Justin Quam will begin the morning by outlining how they support students and families throughout the college exploration, search, application, and decision-making process. Upper School director Mark Segal will then share important upcoming Upper School calendar events and address parent questions. We look forward to welcoming you to this informative and engaging community gathering.

Here is the full list of upcoming division coffees and other opportunities:

ISACS Parent Series: Elevating Discipline With the Brain in Mind | Tuesday, January 13, 6:30-7:30 PM, Via Zoom >

Upper School Quarterly Coffee | Thursday, January 15, 8-9:30 AM, Porter Conference Room

Lower School Family Forum | Friday, January 16, 8:15-9:45 AM, Martin Lenz Harrison Library

Middle School Quarterly Coffee | Thursday, February 12, 8-9 AM, Porter Conference Room