GRAMMAR GAZETTE
May 2026 Edition
Thursday, May 14, 2026
Dear Parents and Families,
As we approach the final stretch of the school year, I would like to take a moment to express my gratitude for your continued support of our teachers and staff. My first year at Nova has been incredibly rewarding, and I am grateful for the opportunity to collaborate with such an engaged and supportive community.
We recently concluded Staff Appreciation Week, and I want to extend a special thank‑you to the Nova Parent Teacher Organization for the delicious meals, snacks, and treats provided throughout the week. Your efforts truly uplifted our staff and contributed to a memorable celebration.
Thank you for your partnership and commitment to our school.
Spring Regional History Bee Results
In other news, students advancing in the History Bee competed in the April Regional History Bee. In the 5th grade competition, Nova students swept the medals, with Lochlan Elverum Buxton winning gold, Scottie Steele finishing second for the silver medal, and Cameron Dodd rounding out the podium with the bronze medal! In the 4th grade competition, Greta Oberlander placed 3rd and William Munson placed 2nd.
This performance qualifies multiple students for the IAC National History Bee May 21-25, in Orlando, FL. See pictures below.
Read ahead for additional news and views!
Sincerely,
Mrs. Farrell
Report Cards for the 2026-2027 School Year
Beginning in the 2026–2027 school year, report cards will no longer be mailed home. Grading and classroom comments can be found in your student’s Infinite Campus portal. You can log in at any time to stay up-to-date on your student’s academic progress. For assistance with logging in or resetting your password, please contact Michelle Ingram at mingram@novaclassical.org.
School Supplies for the 2026-2027 School Year
TeacherLists takes our approved back-to-school supply lists and digitizes them into easy-to-use, shoppable lists. Families can quickly find exactly what their student needs and purchase items directly from major retailers like Amazon, Target, Walmart, and more—allowing you to shop wherever you prefer and have those items shipped directly to your home for easier student labeling.
Spring Boosterthon Fundraiser
Get ready—our Spring Boosterthon Fundraiser is here! We’re getting close to our schoolwide fundraising goal of $60,000 to help sustain the strong, enriching programs that make our school such a special place for every student. From classroom experiences to extracurricular opportunities, these funds play an important role in supporting the full scope of what we offer and we’re counting on our community to help us reach this goal.
Fun Run Schedule, May 15, 2026
Grades K and 1: 8:50-9:50 AM
Grades 2 and 3: 10:00-11:00 AM
Lunch: 11:00 AM-12:00 PM
Grades 4 and 5: 12:00-1:00 PM
Visit mybooster.com to register and donate today!
This year’s theme is Star Quest 5: Space is the Place of Discovery! Students will enjoy exciting incentives along the way, all leading up to tomorrow—a Fun Run for Lower School and a Color Run for our School of Logic—a joyful celebration of our community and all we make possible, together.
If your family could use extra support, there are caring local organizations ready to help.
Hennepin County Emergency General Assistance: Offers support for rent, utilities, and temporary shelter.
- Assists with food, clothing, or utility needs
- Call: (651) 437-7134
Dakota County Employment and Economic Assistance:
- Provides information about public aid and emergency help
- Call: (651) 554-5611
Ramsey County Keystone Community Food Center:
You can visit Keystone’s Community Food Center located at 1800 University Ave W, Saint Paul, MN 55104. The center is between the Wendy’s and Arby’s on the corner of Fairview and University. No appointment or advanced registration is required. Food shelf participants are served on a first come, first served basis during the hours listed below. Please call (651) 917-3792 if you have any questions.
- Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday: 10:00 AM-12:00 PM & 2:00-4:00 PM
- Wednesday: 11:00 AM-1:00 PM & 4:00-6:00 PM
**Please note, there is no morning service on the following 2026 dates:
- Wednesdays: June 3, September 2, and December 2.
Ivy Camps is BACK!
We’re excited to announce that Summer Scholar Zone registration is now open — and even more excited to share that we’ve secured Ivy Camps once again, bringing back our favorite programs from last summer along with brand-new offerings your students will love!
Summer Scholar Zone is available to current Rising 1st–7th grade students. Please note that we are unable to accept incoming kindergarten students or students who did not attend Nova Classical Academy during the 2025–26 school year.
Families can register and manage payments online. We encourage you to select your desired days of care as soon as possible, as spots are filled on a first-come, first-served basis, and some days may fill quickly. All registrations must be completed by May 26, 2026.
A $50 non-refundable registration fee per student is required and does not apply toward session fees. Day fees are non-refundable and non-transferable. Enrollment in the regular before- and/or after-school Scholar Zone program is not required to participate in Summer Scholar Zone.
📅 Enrollment Options:
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Daily Rate (1-3 sessions per week): $70/day
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4 sessions per week: $65/day
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5 sessions per week: $60/day
We can’t wait to welcome your students for another fun-filled, enriching summer with Scholar Zone and Ivy Camps!
Volunteers - We Need You!
Parents and Community Members:
Apply to become an active volunteer to help support our staff and scholars! We're in need of volunteers for upcoming events, including:
- May 11-15: Boosterton Fun Run and Prize Distribution
- May 31: Graduation Reception
Click here to view the always-current list of opportunities and links to sign up.
Summer is just around the corner! Registration for summer activities will open March 30, 2026. Information coming soon on the Extracurriculars page of the Nova website for Fiber Arts Camp, SoL and SoR Strength and Conditioning, Summer Youth Soccer, and more!
Save the Date for Upper School Drama's performance of Antigone
When: May 22 & 23, 2026
Where: Park Square Theater in St. Paul
REMINDER: Students in Grades K-8 MUST be accompanied by a parent/guardian to attend all home athletic events. This includes middle school games. Students in Grades 9-12 may attend events without a parent/guardian present, but must purchase an annual student pass for $10. The student pass will get an individual student into any regular season contest hosted on campus. Family passes are also available to purchase.
Passes and can be purchased online in advance, with a credit card at the door, or with Apple Pay on your mobile device. The ticketing site is located under "Tickets" in the bottom toolbar of the extracurriculars page.
Volunteers Needed
Check out the open positions, here. Short term, long term, and one-time commitment opportunities are available.
In-Person PTO Meeting in April
Join us in person on Tuesday, April 7, from 6:00-7:00 PM, in the Great Room at Nova. Snacks will be provided. Topics of conversation include: Teacher/Staff Appreciation Week, Community Support Fund, and Family Carnival. All staff and parents are welcome.
Upcoming Gatherings & Events
Nova PTO has established the Community Support Fund to raise separate funds to support members of our community in need. Click here to donate.
Find Gatherings Tickets, connect to the Family Directory, and get involved at novapto.org.
May:
15: Fun Run
18: Board of Directors Meeting at 6:00 PM
22: No School (Staff Work Day)
25: No School (Building Closed)
June:
3: Last Day of School
19: No School (Building Closed)
29: Board of Directors Meeting at 6:00 PM
July:
1-7: Building Closed
27: Board of Directors Meeting at 6:00 PM
30: Used Uniform Sale
Summer Hours:
M-Th, 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM, from June 5-August 14