News and events
December 22, 2023
Upcoming events
Winter Break
School resumes January 3, 2024
A message from the principal
I probably sound like a broken record, but this school year is really flying by. December is already coming to a close and the new year will be here in a blink. I am narrowing in on my first full year here at CBPA, and I cannot begin to explain how grateful I am for this school community and the opportunity to be here. This is such a great place to be.
I am looking forward to ringing in 2024 here at CBPA. January will bring even more new learning and nature-focused experiences. The Three Rivers Park staff will be busy partnering with us to provide various programs for our students, including Snowshoeing (pending snowfall), Stinkies and Tracks and Tracking. Trapper Phil will be here for our fifth graders, and the arboretum will be bringing out the Plantmobile. Exciting stuff!
I hope you all have a safe and wonderful break, and you get to enjoy time with loved ones during the week ahead. Be sure to read and play some board games together! Wishing you all a very happy Holiday season, and I will see you all in 2024!
Making Spirits Bright
Thank you all for your support with Making Spirits Bright. This was my first time experiencing this event, and I was blown away by the generosity shown by this school community. Our Nature Center was packed with gifts for families! Our social workers did a phenomenal job organizing and executing this incredible event. Thank you, Mrs. Nettleton and Mrs. Hetrick, and thank you again to our school community!
Volunteer news
Hello CBPA volunteers! Wow I cannot believe we are almost to winter break! We have been busy here at school and we are grateful to all those who lend us a helping hand!
Please see below for current volunteer opportunities:
January Lunchroom: We will continue to recruit volunteers each month to help in the lunchroom. Volunteers are needed to help with getting the students through the serving line, assisting them while they are eating, helping them during lunch dismissal and wiping down tables. The time is 11 a.m. - 1:45 p.m. However, if you are not able to commit to the entire time - that is ok - we will take whatever time you are willing to offer. Just note in your signup what time you will be volunteering! Please click on the links below to see what days help is needed:
Movie Night: The PTO will be hosting a movie night on Friday. January 19th. Four adult volunteers are needed to help with door monitoring , concessions and clean up. Time needed is 6-8:15 p.m. In addition, one more adult volunteer is needed to pick up the popcorn at the Champlin Mann Theatre and deliver the popcorn to CBPA prior to the start of movie night. Time needed is 5-5:45 p.m. Please click on the link below if you would like to help in either role that evening:
Restaurant Night Coordinator: Our PTO is currently looking for a volunteer or 2 to take on this fun volunteer opportunity for the 2023/24 school year. Responsibilities include the following:
- research and setup restaurant night events or other passive fundraisers for CBPA families
- coordinate event nights with the PTO to avoid conflicting school or PTO meetings or events
- be the contact for the school with the restaurants and businesses
- provide promotional materials and coordinate the distribution of materials to CBPA families
- work with the volunteer coordinator to determine volunteer needs
- be present at the restaurant or business the day of the event, if necessary
- communicate with the PTO regarding funds that were received and updates regarding the event.
The time commitment would be up to 1.5 hours per month. Previous restaurant night coordinators are available to provide training and insights! Please let me know if this is something you would like to be a part of to raise money for the students of CBPA!
Thank you for considering! If you have any questions, please let me know! I hope you have a wonderful holiday season!
Volunteer Services Coordinator
Champlin-Brooklyn Park Academy for Math And Environmental Science
763-506-6030
My office hours: Monday-Thursday-8:15 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Thanks for volunteering!
Please complete your volunteer paperwork so I can contact you when opportunities arise! Please click here to complete your volunteer paperwork.
Current Volunteer Opportunities
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