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\"\"from Dr. Milam, Middle School Director<\/em><\/p>\n

Panthers Advance!<\/strong>
\nIt\u2019s a great day on campus here as our Varsity Girls Volleyball Team just beat the #1 seed in the state tournament to advance to the semi-finals! We\u2019ll be hosting another watch party tomorrow in the Nicholson Center and sending positive vibes down to the Xcel Center for another PANTHER WIN!<\/p>\n

IMPORTANT: COVID Protocols and Symptom Response<\/strong>
\nJust a reminder that any\/all symptoms through our AUXS app and\/or via email to covid@moundsparkacademy.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Please do not email your divisional offices, directors, or teachers of an absence due to symptoms. It is important that all notifications are sent to Jennifer Rogers-Petitt, our COVID Health and Safety lead, so that you can be supported and informed of possible next steps including, but not limited to, the need to remain home, secure a negative test prior to return, and\/or quarantine per CDC guidance.<\/p>\n

7\/8 Quiz Bowl Starts Now!<\/strong>
\nQuiz Bowl for the fall will be for 7th and 8th grade students. Registration is required for participation and the link was sent via email to 7th and 8th grade families. If you have questions, please reach out to Mr. Cunningham (icunningham@moundsparkacademy.org<\/a>).<\/p>\n

Colder Weather Is Upon Us, Coats Are Important!<\/strong>
\nA hallmark of the MPA experience is that we go outside to recess every day that the weather is above -15 degrees. We are also fortunate enough to have an amazing sledding hill once the snow falls. Please begin encouraging your Middle Schooler to dress appropriately for the weather, wear a coat, bring mittens\/gloves\/hat, and if they\u2019d like, bring snow boots and snow pants when the time comes.<\/p>\n

Recess is an important part of our day \u2013 it\u2019s good for the brain, body, and soul! Students are not allowed to stay indoors for recess, so having cold weather gear is important and makes for happier kiddos!<\/p>\n

Water Bottles\u2013A Necessity<\/strong>
\nA full day of learning is a full day that requires water \u2013 Physical Education, academic classes, arts classes, lots of movement and activity! Students need water bottles, and they need to drink water consistently. Please send a water bottle, that can be kept at school, labeled with your students name, with them each day. We do not have cups, disposable water bottles, or any other way for student to remain hydrated!<\/p>\n

More Middle School Parent Chats<\/strong>
\nDue to low interest, I have cancelled the Parent Chat scheduled for this evening. If you want to join us for the last one before Thanksgiving, mark your calendars for lunch at Panera Bread in Minneapolis on Friday, November 19, 11:30 AM-1PM!<\/p>\n

It\u2019s always fun to get together and chat with some awesome MPA Parents! Hope to see you there!<\/p>\n

Fall Campaign @ MPA<\/strong>
\nThis year\u2019s \u201cLet\u2019s Join Together\u201d Fall Campaign will kick-off on Monday, November 8th and last through November 19. During this time, we ask families to help us meet the gap between tuition and the cost of an MPA education to help ensure students, families, faculty, and staff have the resources they need. Here are ways you can help:<\/p>\n