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![Why do so many SLP students opt out of testing?]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1669672076/slpschoolsorg/ljbetbwuwxlnveviyrmj/AdobeStock_397755533.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1669672076/slpschoolsorg/ljbetbwuwxlnveviyrmj/AdobeStock_397755533.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1669672076/slpschoolsorg/ljbetbwuwxlnveviyrmj/AdobeStock_397755533.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1669672076/slpschoolsorg/ljbetbwuwxlnveviyrmj/AdobeStock_397755533.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1669672076/slpschoolsorg/ljbetbwuwxlnveviyrmj/AdobeStock_397755533.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1669672076/slpschoolsorg/ljbetbwuwxlnveviyrmj/AdobeStock_397755533.jpg","width":2200}])
St. Louis Park High School has a significantly higher opt-out rate than our neighboring school districts. We want to help staff, families, and students understand how these tests can benefit students and schools and how opting out can actually have unintended negative impacts.
![What is the International Baccalaureate (IB) program?]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1669672038/slpschoolsorg/gu44729fj6wzdkupcxv1/AdobeStock_182835851.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1669672038/slpschoolsorg/gu44729fj6wzdkupcxv1/AdobeStock_182835851.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1669672038/slpschoolsorg/gu44729fj6wzdkupcxv1/AdobeStock_182835851.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1669672038/slpschoolsorg/gu44729fj6wzdkupcxv1/AdobeStock_182835851.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1669672038/slpschoolsorg/gu44729fj6wzdkupcxv1/AdobeStock_182835851.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1669672038/slpschoolsorg/gu44729fj6wzdkupcxv1/AdobeStock_182835851.jpg","width":2200}])
The International Baccalaureate (IB) aims to develop inquiring, knowledgeable and caring young people who help to create a better and more peaceful world through intercultural understanding and respect. Aquila, Peter Hobart and Susan Lindgren are officially authorized by the International Baccalaureate Organization to provide all students a rigorous and diverse education through the IB Primary Years Programme (IB-PYP). In January of 2016, St. Louis Park Middle School was designated as an IB World School, and St. Louis Park High School offers IB courses for students 16 to 19.
![winter weather notice nov. 29]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1669744772/slpschoolsorg/os4ebd2v7rkuev4x87sa/Winterweathernotice.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1669744772/slpschoolsorg/os4ebd2v7rkuev4x87sa/Winterweathernotice.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1669744772/slpschoolsorg/os4ebd2v7rkuev4x87sa/Winterweathernotice.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1669744772/slpschoolsorg/os4ebd2v7rkuev4x87sa/Winterweathernotice.jpg","width":1080}])
Due to severe winter weather, St. Louis Park Public Schools will be adjusting dismissal times by 20 minutes today, Nov. 29, 2022 for elementary schools, the high school and early learning students who receive transportation.
![student interns join the finance advisory committee]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1667241871/slpschoolsorg/cmcrkvrl519w5farcgao/DSC00025-2.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1667241871/slpschoolsorg/cmcrkvrl519w5farcgao/DSC00025-2.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1667241871/slpschoolsorg/cmcrkvrl519w5farcgao/DSC00025-2.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1667241871/slpschoolsorg/cmcrkvrl519w5farcgao/DSC00025-2.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1667241871/slpschoolsorg/cmcrkvrl519w5farcgao/DSC00025-2.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1667241871/slpschoolsorg/cmcrkvrl519w5farcgao/DSC00025-2.jpg","width":1920}])
Sumeyo Jama, Meshach Mandel, Julian Rohweder and Christopher Walker are the first student interns to serve on the Finance Advisory Committee for St. Louis Park Public Schools.
![Why is math the most popular subject?]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1667151892/slpschoolsorg/hyutccrg6y7y06j4dhrd/MathandEnrichmentProgramPhoto.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1667151892/slpschoolsorg/hyutccrg6y7y06j4dhrd/MathandEnrichmentProgramPhoto.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1667151892/slpschoolsorg/hyutccrg6y7y06j4dhrd/MathandEnrichmentProgramPhoto.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1667151892/slpschoolsorg/hyutccrg6y7y06j4dhrd/MathandEnrichmentProgramPhoto.jpg","width":1067}])
E-Newsletters
St. Louis Park Public Schools and the District's six schools regularly send communication to families via e-newsletters. Reading these newsletters is a great way to stay up-to-date on news and events happening in your child's school.
SLP Communicator (monthly districtwide family e-newsletter)
6425 News (weekly High School e-newsletter)
Aquila Communicator (weekly Aquila Elementary School e-newsletter)
¡LaPrensa! (weekly Park Spanish Immersion Elementary School e-newsletter)
Oriole Times (weekly Middle School e-newsletter)
Peter Hobart Communicator (bi-weekly Peter Hobart Elementary School e-newsletter)
Susan Lindgren Communicator (weekly Susan Lindgren Elementary School e-newsletter)
Social Media Channels
Following St. Louis Park Public Schools is another great way to obtain news and information from the School District. You can find us on a number of platforms by using the links below.
Facebook | Twitter | Instagram
YouTube | Flickr | LinkedIn
Submit a Story Idea
We want to hear what's happening in our schools and district! Share your story ideas with the Communications team for consideration to be published on our website and social media. Email your story ideas to communications@slpschools.org.
Video Library
High School Launches New Certified Nursing Assistant Class
Celebrating the Class of 2022
Building for Sustainable Excellence
We Are St. Louis Park Public Schools
Welcome to St. Louis Park High School
Early Learning Programs Overview
Work for St. Louis Park Public Schools
Access additional video content on the District's YouTube channel.
Superintendent's Corner
July 15, 2022 (This message appeared in the 7/15/22 special edition of the SLP Communicator)
Greetings,
I hope you are having a relaxing and enjoyable summer. While we certainly want you to take full advantage of the remaining weeks of summer, we want to check in to share some information that will assist you in getting off to a great start to the school year. When you have a moment, please review the contents of this publication as it contains information about supply lists, transportation, nutrition services, and upcoming summer events.
Additionally, I want to remind you about the upcoming August 9 Special Election. St. Louis Park Public Schools will have two questions on the ballot for this upcoming election. Both questions focus on items that will enhance the daily lived experience of students, stabilize costs and conserve energy, maintain core operations, and improve safety and security.
To learn more about the questions, projects, and tax impact please visit our website at www.slpschools.org/2022referendum.
Early voting for the primary election began on June 24. If you are interested in voting early, you can vote at St. Louis Park City Hall now until August 8, 2022 from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. The hours will be extended for early voting on August 8 until 5:00 p.m.
Please vote! I hope you have an amazing second half of your summer break and I am looking forward to a great school year.
In community,
Astein
St. Louis Park In The News
St. Louis Park Baseball Team Enjoys First State Tournament Run in 70 Years
June 10, 2022 | Fox 9
St. Louis Park High School Class of 2022 Seniors Share Memories, Plans
June 1, 2022
High School Senior Kris Hokenson Featured by WCCO-TV
May 3, 2022 | WCCO-TV
Minnesota Middle-Schoolers Learn Legal Skills, Confidence in Mock Trial Program
March 25, 2022 | Star Tribune
Minnesota Elementary School Showcases Success from SHAPE America Partnership Through Unified PE
January 2022 | Specialolympics.org
St. Louis Park Students Speak with Astronaut after Studying the Skies
December 28, 2021 | Sun Sailor
St. Louis Park School Resource Officers Discuss Their Work
December 16, 2021 | Sun Sailor
Academic Allies: Former Gophers Football Teammates (Astein Osei and Michael Lehan) Looked to as Leaders
March 29, 2020 | Star Tribune
District Calendar
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Kindergarten Open House: Aquila, Susan Lindgren, Peter Hobart
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MS Band 8 & St. Louis Park Community Band Winter Concert
MS Performing Arts Center
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