CP News for October 3 , 2024

We have so many fabulous things happening at Central Park I will let the pictures do most of the "talking" this week!

On Friday our 3-6th grade students colored in our beautiful Central Park mandala.

We had an INCREDIBLE school-wide assembly kicking off Panther Pride for the school year. Our 6th graders helped lead and I was beyond impressed with all students showing Panther Pride at the assembly!

We have had two wonderful author visits. Emma Steinkellner, who writes the Nell of Gumbling series and Jamar Nicholas, who shares more about his series, Leon the Extraordinary.

We are proud to have affinity groups offered to students in grades 4-6 including African American, Nepali, Latinx, Karen, Hmong, Native American and Safe Space LBGTQ+ group for students who identify as a part of that community as well as students who are allies to the community. Many of these groups include a partnership with cultural liaisons who spend time at Central Park Elementary. Most of these affinity groups meet every other week (2x a month) during their lunch or breakfast/morning meeting time. Many of these groups are starting in the next couple of weeks. Students can choose to participate in these groups and it is another opportunity for students to connect with staff and students in affirming, affinity spaces. If you would like to opt your student out of an affinity group and would not like your student to participate, you can message your teacher or email me at rebecca.sutten@isd623.org. Please also share that with your student so he/she is aware. Thank you and we look forward to getting these groups underway for the year!

Roseville Area Schools values the partnership between school and home. We have conferences early in the school year to build relationships, share goals and ensure the school year is a success for each child both academically and socially.

Our conferences will be on October 10 and 15. Thank you to families who signed up at last week's Open House event. If you were not able to do so then, here are directions:

1. Go to https://www.myconferencetime.com/centralpark/

2. Click on the name of your child’s teacher.

3. Select the desired date/time for your conference by clicking on “Sign Up.”

4. Submit the requested information.

If you have several children attending our school, click on “Register for Multiple Conferences” on the top left and follow the prompts to schedule your children. After you schedule a conference online, the date and time are reserved for you. If you entered your email address correctly, you will receive email confirmation of your conference.

You will also receive an email reminder the day before the conference. Online sign up will be available until tomorrow, October 4th.

Connect with us at school if you would like assistance with this process. It's important to us that we connect with each child and their family!

The Central Park Spirit Wear Store is now open! Whether you're looking for a cozy hoodie, a Panther Pride t-shirt, or fun accessories we've got something for everyone from kids to adults. Let's show that Panther Pride!

Link to Spirit Wear

To apply today, CLICK HERE!

As we approach the Homecoming game on Friday night, please remember that all children 8th grade and younger are welcome but MUST be accompanied by an adult at all Roseville Area High School athletics and activities events. No exceptions.

Important Notice: New Immunization Requirements for Roseville Area Schools

Starting Monday, October 21, 2024, Roseville Area Schools will enforce the Minnesota immunization law. This is crucial for maintaining healthy and safe school communities. Here's what you need to know:

Students must meet one of the following criteria to continue attending school:

• Have received all required immunizations
• Have a scheduled immunization appointment
• Have submitted a notarized exemption form

Starting October 21, 2024:

• Students who do not meet the immunization requirements will be instructed to stay home until the requirements are met.
• These absences will be marked as unexcused.

Why this matters:

• This policy helps protect our most vulnerable students, who are unable to receive vaccines.
• It minimizes the time students miss due to disease outbreaks, as those not immunized may be required to stay home per the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH).

If your student is missing any immunizations, you will receive a notice from the school's health office. Please respond promptly to ensure your student can remain in school.

For questions or concerns, contact your school’s health office.

All students in grades 2 and 4 will take the Cognitive Abilities Test™ (CogAT®). This test helps us identify students' strengths in reasoning and problem-solving, and if they need advanced academic opportunities.

The testing will take place from late October to November, over three different days.

CogAT evaluates students’ reasoning abilities in three areas:

• Verbal → Using words for reasoning and problem-solving
• Quantitative → Using numbers and patterns for reasoning and problem-solving
• Nonverbal→ Using shapes and figures for reasoning and problem-solving

Teachers will guide students through practice problems to prepare them for questions they will see on the test. Families can support their children by making sure they get enough sleep and encouraging them to do their best.

We will use the test results to understand your child’s strengths and needs for advanced learning. Families will receive CogAT results in February.

If you don’t want your child to take the test, please fill out this form and return it to the classroom teacher by October 16.

If you have any questions about CogAT testing, please contact Trina Hira at trina.hira@isd623.org.

Pruebas CogAT para estudiantes en los grados 2 y 4

Todos los estudiantes en los grados 2 y 4 toman la Prueba de Habilidades Cognitivas™ (CogAT®). Esta prueba nos ayuda a identificar las fortalezas de los estudiantes en el razonamiento y la resolución de problemas, y si necesitan oportunidades académicas avanzadas.

Las pruebas se llevarán a cabo desde finales de octubre hasta noviembre, en tres días diferentes.

• CogAT evalúa las habilidades de razonamiento de los estudiantes en tres áreas:
• Verbal → Usar palabras para razonar y resolver problemas.
• Cuantitativo → Usar números y patrones para razonar y resolver problemas
• No verbal → Usar formas y figuras para razonar y resolver problemas

Los maestros guiarán a los estudiantes a través de problemas de práctica para prepararlos para las preguntas que verán en el examen. Las familias pueden apoyar a sus hijos asegurándose de que duerman lo suficiente y animándolos a hacer lo mejor que puedan.

Usaremos los resultados de las pruebas para comprender las fortalezas y necesidades de aprendizaje avanzado de su hijo. Las familias recibirán los resultados de CogAT en febrero.

Si no desea que su hijo tome el examen, complete este formulario y devuélvalo al maestro del salón de clases antes del 16 de octubre.

Si tiene alguna pregunta sobre las pruebas CogAT, comuníquese con Trina Hira al trina.hira@isd623.org.

October 8-

Join the City of Little Canada and the Carpenter Nature Center for Animals of the St. Croix on Friday, October 18, at 2:00 PM (Spooner Park Lower Shelter.) The Carpenter Nature Center will be hosting a presentation about animals of the St. Croix, including Raptors, Wood Turtles, Map Turtles, Toad, Hognose, and Salamanders. This event is open to all ages!

Looking for MEA Break activities for your child? Register them for this MEA opportunity: Drawing Baby Animals with Young Rembrandts! We'll begin with the heartwarming realism of nature's young, from a fawn to playful otters. Transition into Kawaii style, capturing those irresistibly cute, wide-eyed creatures. Add a twist as we imagine baby animals donning fashionable attire, blending humor with creativity, and dive into mythical baby creatures!

Thursday & Friday, Oct 17 & 18

9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Grades K - 6

Aŋpétu Téča Education Center

CLICK HERE or call 651-604-3770 to register. 📲

DASH Sports Soccer Tykes camps provide players with an introductory experience to the game of soccer! Open to ages 3 to 6. Key elements of dribbling, passing, and shooting will be taught and practiced. Fun, skill-based games will be played to practice newly learned skills. Athletes should bring a water bottle (spikes and shin guards optional). Soccer balls are provided. Parent participation is recommended when needed for the younger players.

🗓️ Mondays, October 7 - 28

⏰ 4:30 - 5:00 p.m.

📍 Aŋpétu Téča Education Center

CLICK HERE or call 651-604-3770 to register. 📲

What is it like to be part of Roseville Area Schools’ summer programming? Here’s a glimpse into student experiences from summer 2024! 🔍 Our district served students of all ages - from infants to adults - through a wide variety of programs. Watch this video to see why our families continue to #ChooseRoseville! 🎉 If you or your child participated in our summer programs, you may even see familiar faces in some clips. 😊

CLICK HERE to watch the video! 📲