GRAMMAR GAZETTE

Dear Parents and Guardians,

As we move into the month of November, our school community is focusing on two important themes: honoring our veterans and practicing temperance. Temperance is the virtue of self-control, balance, and thoughtfulness in our actions.

On Tuesday, November 11, we took time to recognize Veterans Day, a moment to honor the men and women who have served in the United States Armed Forces. In our classrooms, we reflected on the importance of courage, service, and gratitude. Throughout the month, students will be learning about and practicing temperance, using good judgement, staying calm, and finding balance between our wants and our needs. We will be encouraging students to think before reacting, choose kind words, show patience when frustrated, and demonstrate balance in school and play.

Thank you for taking the time to connect with our teachers about your child's growth and goals during Parent Teacher Conferences. Your partnership makes a big difference. Student report cards will be mailed this week.

Students in Kindergarten through Grade 3 receive report cards using the following terms:

M-Mastery: The student currently demonstrates consistency and thorough mastery of multiple performance expectations for this grade level and/or a specific class, and extends beyond.

T-Target: The student currently demonstrates elements of grade level or class-specific performance and can progress toward those not yet demonstrated through following instructions.

S-Satisfactory: The student is on track to reach grade level or class-specific benchmarks by year’s end. Following instructions may progress independently, or may work best with structured guidance and support.

E-Emergent: The student is progressing toward a benchmark level of performance with continuous guidance and support following instructions.

ND-Not demonstrated: The student has not yet been engaged in the number of experiences that would allow him/her to demonstrate knowledge and skill in this area.

*Students in Grades 4-5 receive letter grades based on a 100-point scale as follows.

As the temperatures drop, please send students with labeled coats, hats, and gloves for outdoor recess.

November reminds us to pause and give thanks for our families, our freedoms, and our school community. Thank you to our Nova Parent Teacher Organization for bringing joy and togetherness during the School Carnival. Thank you to our parents and guardians for your on going support, engagement, and encouragement as we continue helping our students grow in heart, mind, and character.

Sincerely,

Mrs. Farrell

If your family could use extra support this month, there are caring local organizations ready to help.

Open Door Pantry and 360 Communities Food Shelves

• Offers free groceries and household items
• Located in Burnsville, Apple Valley, Lakeville, Farmington, and Rosemount
• Call: (651) 686-0787

• Assists with food, clothing, or utility needs
• Call: (651) 437-7134

• 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

• Wednesday: December 3, 2025
• Wednesdays: March 4, June 3, September 2, 2026, and December 2, 2026.

Give to the Max Day is Minnesota’s biggest day of giving—and it's coming up on November 20!

This year, Nova Classical Academy is raising funds to keep our programs steady, strong, and uncompromised amid rising costs, new state requirements, and the expiration of temporary relief funding. Your support helps us continue delivering the exceptional classical education our students deserve.

Follow us on social media, share our campaign, and help spread the word about our thriving public charter school. Together, we can keep excellence thriving through challenge.

Click here to Give to the Max!

The National Honor Society is an organization that recognizes outstanding scholars for excellence in Scholarship, Leadership, Service, and Character. We are holding Dimes for Disasters this year to support those impacted by the detrimental effects of Hurricane Melissa on Jamaica as a Category 5 storm. The money raised will be donated to Direct Relief, who work to help those with medical issues either exacerbated or caused by the storm. The event will be held from 11/10 through 11/21. The grade that donates the most money will be rewarded with a Whole-grade Silly Head Day, where winners can find unique ways to decorate their head!

Recess Winter Gear Expectations

Once the snow falls... If students have boots but do not have snow pants, they can play on the playground ONLY. If students do not have boots or snow pants, they can only play on the concrete/basketball hoop area.

Student Uniform 25/26

Welcome back to the Happy Little Art Room!

It is so nice to be creating and making messes with students after summer break. This art room newsletter will share all the exciting new things each grade is learning and working on each month. Additionally, information on our art curriculum, grading policies, Amazon wishlist, past newsletters, and more can be found on the art class website.

Summer Scholar Zone Registration will open in JANUARY this year. Please keep an eye out for the December Grammar Gazette for more information.

Each student in grades K-5 has an IXL account. IXL is an online computer program for practice and review in the area of math and reading. Please see below for login and access information.

The link for our school account is ixl.com/signin/novaclassical

• Account Username: the default username is the beginning of the scholar's Google email account (first name initial and last name).

• Account Password: abc123

Registrations

Registration for winter after school clubs closes November 14, 2025, at 4:00 PM.

Nova Youth Girls Volleyball

This opportunity is for girls in grades 4-6 to learn fundamentals, the rules and positions, build skills, and grow their love for Volleyball in a positive and encouraging environment. This program will be led by Coach Grabau, who has been a part of the Knights high school program for 5 years and has 10+ years of coaching experience. Coach Grabau will bring high-level knowledge, experience, and energy to the program with a main goal to foster and create passion for the sport of volleyball and aim to increase individual volleyball skills. Registration is open November 1-15. Please note there are limited spots for this opportunity, so please register as soon as possible.

Check out our offerings on the Extracurriculars page of Nova Classical's website.

Carnival Goals & What We Achieved

Goal #1: Join Together as a Community

Result: Approximately 1,100 attendees of all ages came together to celebrate—what a turnout!

Goal #2: Have Fun

Result: Smiles, laughter, and memories galore! 📸 Share your photos to the gallery

Goal #3: Raise Money

Result: We brought in $15,000 in revenue on carnival day—thank you for your incredible support. Proceeds provide resources to Nova Classical staff, students and their families in ways that the school cannot.

Upcoming Events

• Saturday 11/15: Great Gathering for Grades 1-4, LEGO Party. Purchase tickets here.
• Thursday 11/20: Great Gathering for Grades 2-5, Pizza & Movie Night with Mrs. Farrell. Purchase tickets here.
• Tuesday 12/2: Virtual NPTO Meeting 7:30-8:30 PM
• Meeting ID: 842 4045 9837
• Passcode: enrich
• Friday 12/5: Great Gathering for Adults Only, Shake, Strengthen & Fundraise - Pure Barre Night Out. Purchase tickets here
• Thursday 12/18: Winter Treat Day! Volunteers sign ups are here

Get involved at novapto.org. View open volunteer opportunities, connect to the family directory, and more.

Parents and Community Members:

Apply to become an active volunteer to help support our staff and scholars!

Click here to view the always-current list of opportunities and links to sign up.

Mark your calendars! This year's Family Multicultural Night is scheduled for Thursday, April 16, 2026, from 5:30-7:30 PM. We hope to see everyone there as we come together for this wonderful celebration of Nova Classical's community!

Save the Date for our K-5 Vocal Concert coming to you on May 7, 2026

Ms. Urbrock (1-5) Music and (K) Oratory School

Ms. Smoot (K) Music

Room 130

Emails: rurbrock@novaclassical.org and msmoot@novaclassical.org

November:

3: Beginning of Q2

December:

2: Virtue Assembly Temperance 9:15 AM

2: NPTO Meeting at 7:30 PM on Zoom

18: NPTO treats and Festive Sweater Day

19-31: No School (Building Closed)

January:

1-2: No School (Building Closed)

5: Classes resume

6: NPTO Meeting at 7:30 PM on Zoom

16: No School (Staff Work Day)

19: No School (Building Closed)

26: Board of Directors Meeting at 6:00 PM