GRAMMAR GAZETTE
Back-to-School Edition!
Thursday, October 12, 2023
Dear Fabulous Nova Classical Families,
The end of the quarter is just around the corner, on Thursday, November 2. Following the end of the quarter, we will have evening conferences on Thursday, November 16 (in-person), and Monday, November 20 (virtual). More information, including instructions for signing up, will be coming soon, so please be on the lookout for that.
We have some exciting events coming up! We look forward to seeing you all at these events, where you will have a chance to connect with teachers and other families!
Grandparent/Special Person Day - Friday, October 13
- The RSVP has closed, but we are still looking for volunteers! Please sign up here if you're interested in being a reception guide or hallway host.
Classical Education Conference Parent Education Night - Wednesday, October 18
- An evening with Susan Wise Bauer
- Details and RSVP below
Unity Day - Wednesday, October 18
- Everyone is invited to wear orange to show their support for bullying prevention!
No School Days
- Thursday, October 19
- Friday, October 20
- Monday, October 23
Great Gatherings Kick-Off Party - Saturday, November 4
- More information including link to buy tickets is below!
Virtue Assembly - Tuesday, November 7 @ 9am
- Nova Spirit Wear Day
- 4th graders will present on the virtue of Justice
Give to the Max Day - Thursday, November 16
- Early giving starts November 1
- More information, including ways to get involved, below!
Conferences - Thursday, November 16 & Monday, November 20
- Thursday, November 16 - Evening Conferences (in-person)
- Monday, November 20 - Conferences 8am-4pm (virtual)
- More details and sign-up links coming soon!
We hope to see you at an event soon! Please don't hesitate to reach out if you have any questions or concerns!
Warm Regards,
Ms. Tousignant
Grandparent/Special Person Day - Friday, October 13
Nova Classical Academy is pleased to invite the special people in our students' lives so that they might experience the unique nature of our learning community. Grandparents and special persons will be greeted in the Great Room at a welcome table for check-in and refreshments and then escorted to classrooms.
The RSVP has closed, but we still need your help to run this event; please sign up here to volunteer as a reception host or hallway guide.
Feel free to contact Ms. Gabor at vgabor@novaclassical.org with any questions.
Give to the Max
Save the Date! Give to the Max, THE Minnesota non-profit giving event, is on 11/16 this year and Early Giving begins on 11/1.
There are so many ways to get involved: make a donation, help us spread the word, provide matching funds, or contribute via corporate sponsorship. Whichever way you choose, you'll be helping us make a BIG difference for our students.
Contact our Community Engagement Manager, Ms. Gabor, with any questions about arranging a gift or corporate sponsorship.
Kudos!
THANK YOU to all of the teachers that took time out of their weekend to read or perform at the Barnes & Noble Book Fair! Thank you also to all of the families that volunteered at the book fair or purchased items for teacher wishlists. It was a fabulous event and we truly appreciate everyone's help in supporting Nova in this way!
We want to celebrate your scholar!
Has your scholar done something outside of school that is worthy of celebration? Have they received a special medal or award? Made a difference in their community? Something else extraordinary? Submit the details on this form to be considered for morning announcements, social media posts, and upcoming newsletters!
NPTO Updates!
November 4: Great Gatherings Kickoff Party from 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM - Get your Kickoff Party tickets here!
Great Gatherings are a set of parties and gatherings that our community buy tickets to attend. The party is hosted by families or teachers and the ticket proceeds to to our NPTO. This is the NPTO’s biggest fundraiser and it is so much fun! The Kickoff Party on 11/4 is the first opportunity to buy tickets for the gatherings and is an awesome adult-only party at the school with excellent food trucks and treats included.
Learn more about our Great Gatherings, host a gathering, and join us to the Kickoff Party!
Sign up for the Nova Family Directory at novapto.membershiptoolkit.com/
Check out all of NPTO's dates and information here!
Follow NPTO on Facebook, Instagram, or visit their website for more information!
LibraryGo!
Libraries open doors for reading, research, and resources! Through our LibraryGo partnership with the St. Paul Public Library (SPPL), all students have active library cards that can be used to check out up to 5 books and materials, and to access their online databases. Help your student use their account online or at checkout at one of the 14 SPPL branches. The account number is:
Nova Classical’s school number (2209190300) + (your child’s 4-digit lunch PIN number)
Password: Your child’s birthday written MMDDYY, for example, January 26, 2012 would be 01262012
If you have questions about this program, contact Ms. Gabor at vgabor@novaclassical.org.
Scholar Zone Updates!
IMPORTANT: SOS (School Out of Session) Day Update
Our first SOS day that we are offering child care this school year is Thursday, October 19. SOS Days run from 8 AM - 4:30 PM. This applies to every single SOS Day we are offering this year. As a reminder, registration is now open for all SOS Days and they are filling up fast so be sure to register your child for any day you need before we reach our capacities!
Please reach out to Nadia Hussain and/or scholarzone@novaclassical.org with any questions!
Subscribe to Our Calendar
Have you ever wondered if it is an A, B, or C Day? Can't remember when picture day is? Subscribe to our calendar to always be in the know!
Click the link here for instructions to add our calendar to your personal calendar.
Remember, today and every day: Learn something new, try your best, and be kind to one another. Let's make today the best day yet! It's a great day to be a knight!