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25 THINGS about St. Louis Park High School
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The week has gone fast here at our high school. As students are completing projects and preparing for tests
our teachers have been sharing their work in Professional Learning Communities. We did a "Gallery Walk" activity where small groups of teachers displayed their collective work from this first semester. It was great to see and hear teachers sharing their successes and growth.
A huge thank you to the quick actions of our kitchen staff to keep us safe. After our minor electrical fire and smoke issues in our kitchen Tuesday, their quick planning made it possible to keep lunches in front of our students.
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1st Semester Finals January 23 & 24
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| January 24 is the end of 1st Semester. 1st Semester Finals will take place on January 23 and 24. Please see the attached schedule for finals days. |
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PowerSchool Parent Portal
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The PowerSchool public portal and mobile app will closed for semester 1 grading Thursday, January 24 at 3:00PM. It will reopen Friday, February 1 by 3:00PM.
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Semester 2 Schedule Changes
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The following is a message from the Counseling Office regarding your Semester 2 class schedule:
Counselors will be available January 15 & 17 on a drop-in basis to make any necessary semester 2 changes. Students will need a pass from their teacher as this time is close to finals review and the finals test schedule for Semester 1.
Schedule changes will be made for the following reason:
- A wrong course appears
- A course has been failed
- A class is missing
- There is a class conflict.
Please be advised there are no changes for teacher or time of day preference for classes
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Classes are still being balanced through January 28th, thus there still may be some changes to student schedules.
All students need to pick up a new copy of their schedule the first day of Semester 2 on Monday, January 28th in the cafeteria to ensure they are following the most up to date version.
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Parent and Guardians - Please see attached letter for information regarding registration for the 2019-20 school year. Contact your grade level counselor if you have any questions. Registration Parent Letter
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Public Input Opportunities for School Start-End Times Study
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| As Park Spanish Immersion School moves to the Cedar Manor School site in the fall of 2019 and research continues to show the connection between student academic achievement and sleep, St. Louis Park Public Schools is currently studying start times across the district.
WE WANT TO HEAR YOUR INPUT IN JANUARY: "What should the team consider as they develop the school start-end time recommendations?" Share your thoughts...
General Meeting with Facebook Live
Thursday, January 17 | 6-7:30 p.m. | High School Room C350
School Board Listening Session
Saturday, January 19 | 10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. | District Office, 6311 Wayzata Blvd., SLP
Twitter Town Hall - An Online Discussion
Tuesday, January 29 | 7-8:30 p.m.
Provide input and ask questions about the School Start-End Times Study from the comfort of your living room. Send a tweet to @SLPublicschools using the hashtag #SLPstarttimes and a representative from the District will respond.
Participate in a Thoughtexchange - A NEW Community Engagement Opportunity
January 14-25 - The exchange is open for input on the School Start-End Times Study
Thoughtexchange allows stakeholders to share thoughts, feedback, and ideas in an open-ended, confidential, and easy-to-use digital environment. Links will be sent to parents and staff inviting participation and will also be available on the District website.
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Deadline to Purchase Yearbooks is January 31st
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2019 yearbooks are currently on sale until January 31, 2019. Purchasing a yearbook before the end of the month is the ONLY WAY to guarantee that you will have one. Yearbooks can be purchased for $70 on slpechowan.com. You can also pay with cash or check (made out to Balfour) in room B229 during all three lunches.
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Parking Permit Sales for 2nd Semester
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Student parking permits will be sold before school in the Student Office starting Monday, January 28th. They are $50.00 per semester, sold on a first come first serve basis, and sell out very quickly. Students will need to present a valid driver's license at the time of purchase.
All outstanding obligations will need to be cleared before purchasing a parking permit.
Student parking is allowed only in the student parking lot, which is located on the west side of the high school off 33rd street.
Vehicles parked on school grounds must display a valid current parking tag that should be hung from the rearview mirror and visible through the front windshield. Vehicles without a parking permit or parked in an unauthorized parking spot will be given two warnings and then towed at the owner's expense.
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SLPHS Presents "The Amish Project"
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The High School Theatre Department is busy rehearsing "The Amish Project", which it will present January 18-20 as its annual Winter One-Act play.
Evening performances on January 18-19 will begin at 7 p.m., with a 2 p.m. matinee scheduled on January 20. In lieu of ticket sales, the Theatre Program is asking attendees to make a pay what you can donation, which will be forwarded to a non-profit tragedy relief fund.
More information about this year's Winter One-Act play is available online at
www.slpschools.org.
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Engineering III Class Career Exploration
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On Monday, Mr. Miller's High School Engineering III class took a career exploration site visit to Emerson Automation Solutions in Shakopee.
As part of the site visit, students were challenged to create a device that could digitally display temperature, pressure, level, and potentially flow of a liquid in a cylinder. The students were able to present their solution to a panel of Emerson employees. The students were also able to take a tour of the factory floor and the company's educational center.
This site visit was part of the High School's Career and College Readiness (CCR) program. More information about the CCR program is available online at
www.slpschools.org/ccr.
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About 50 SLPSH band members and 30 band supporters gathered Friday evening, January 11th, at the Target Center for a sold-out Minnesota Timberwolves/Dallas Mavericks game. This is the second year in a row that the SLPHS Band has been invited to play a 30-minute pregame set. Students played everything from "Sweet Caroline" to "Pirates of the Caribbean" to "Don't Stop Believing". Though most of the 18,000 fans hadn't arrived that early, the band received several nice compliments. Sports Center even had the band in the background playing "Smoke on the Water" during a human-interest story where an older woman hugged her favorite player, Karl-Anthony Towns. That clip went on the Sports Center official Instagram for all to see.
On Saturday, January 12th, four talented ninth grade band students put on an excellent concert with about 80 of the top 9th and 10th grade musicians in central Minnesota. This honor band was organized by the CMBDA (Central MN Band Directors' Association), took place at Elk River High School, and was conducted by Lane Powell. Mr. Powell was commissioned to write a piece for this event. "Gabby's Gifts" was written for a one-year-old in Harmony, MN who has leukemia. Despite this tragic diagnosis, she gives the gift of happiness and laughter to all around her. All proceeds for this piece go to the family to help offset medical expenses. About six weeks of music was released and learned in six hours. Mr. Schmitz, who nominated them, was very impressed with their attitude, work ethic and performance.
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Jr. & Sr. Parents Register Your Students
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Red Wing Shoes is bringing their "The Next Step" program to our high school, Wednesday, February 6, 9:15 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.!
Program:
9:15 - 10:00 a.m. - "What are the Trades" presentation
10:15 - 11:15 a.m. - Small group Q and A sessions with "The Crew"
"The Next Step" A Redwing Shoes program to inform high school students about career options in the trades.
"The Crew" consists of young trade professionals (men and women) from across the U.S. in careers such as: iron workers, electricians, construction, lineman, plumbers, diesel mechanics and more.
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Student Election Program
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The City of St. Louis Park Election Specialists held a Student Election Program (SEP) informational session at St. Louis Park High School on Thursday, Jan. 16.
The Student Election Program was created in response to 2018 Election. During the 2018 General Election, poll workers expressed positive experiences with Student Election Judges (SEJs) saying they were very knowledgeable and tech savvy. The residents of SLP enjoyed seeing youth at the polls. Looking ahead to future elections it is imperative we continue to include SEJs in every election. For the November 2019 Ranked Choice Voting Election, SEP students will play a vital role in voter education, community engagement and Election Day assistance.
Start Date: February 14, 2018
Where: St. Louis Park City Hall, SLP Nest, SLPHS and BSM
Meeting Dates: Second Thursday of each Month - Potential additional meetings
Time: TBD - after school/ after school activities
Cost: FREE! Snacks and Beverages Provided
Benefits:
- Support our community with is first ever Ranked Choice Election (3rd City in the State)
- Expand your knowledge and help educate your community
- Share your voice
- Become a paid election judge
- Build your resume through civic engagement
- Become a leader in your community
Students who are interested in joining the Student Election Program need to contact Robert Stokka, Election Specialist | City of St. Louis Park Email: rstokka@stlouispark.org. Office: 952-928-1354
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Registration for Advanced Placement Exams Begins Soon
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Registration after February 28 will incur late fees, so register early. Exams are $65.00 each. Students who qualify for Free/Reduced Lunch will have the fees waived. Accurate registration is the responsibility of parents and students. Please be sure to answer all questions completely.
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All Juniors Will Take the ACT (FREE)
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All JUNIORS-Class of 2020 will take the ACT with Writing (FREE)
February 20, 2019 (8:20 a.m. start)
On site at
St. Louis Park High School
- All Juniors have been registered (DO NOT REGISTER ON LINE).
- Accommodations for identified students have been made.
- Students will prepare their answer sheet (pre-administration) during 2/13/18 CCR Advisory.
- Students can access FREE ACT Prep Course & Practice Tests online at: Career & College Center/MNCIS/ACT PREP.
What is the ACT?
The ACT is an entrance exam used by most colleges and universities to make admissions decisions. It is a multiple-choice, pencil-and-paper test.
If you have any questions, contact Jami LaPray, Assessment Coordinator or Kara Mueller, Career & College Coordinator
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State & District Testing at the High School
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Learn more about why testing is important and when testing at the High School takes place.
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Enrollment for Summer Opportunities
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Enrollment for Summer Opportunities is starting!
For information about summer opportunities go to the Career & College Center on the High School Website.
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Minnesota State University Moorhead
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| Juniors and Seniors
They are providing free bus transportation for juniors and seniors in the Twin Cities and surrounding areas and will pick up students in St. Paul and Brooklyn Park, drive them to Minnesota State University Moorhead for Preview Day, and return that evening. Meals will be provided at no cost to the student. Students can bring up to two guests with them for their visit. Space is limited, so we're encouraging students to sign up as soon as possible. Register online at:
www.mnstate.edu/bus-visit
If you register for this great opportunity, make sure your parents call the attendance line to excuse your absence!
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9th Grade Parent Advisory Council
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Please join us for the second 9th grade Parent Advisory Council meeting of the year
on Tuesday, January 15th from 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. in room C163 (back of media center) at the high school.
All are welcome! You do not need to sign up to attend. We will ask for your feedback about how 9th grade is going for your student and insights you might offer as a SLPHS parent. This is a great opportunity to connect with other 9th grade parents and SLPHS staff.
Questions? Please contact Kelly Brown at 952-928-6122 or brown.kelly@slpschools.org.
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| Click here to see days, times and locations for academic support at St. Louis Park High School. |
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Driver's Ed Course Sections
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| SLP Driver's Education Information
Section 3: Jan. 28 - Feb.14 - FULL
Section 4: Feb. 25 - Mar. 14 - 14 seats available
Section 5: Apr. 22 - May 9 - 26 seats available
Section 6: June 17-28, 8:00-11:00 a.m. - 23 seats available
Section 7: June 17-28, 11:00- 2:00 p.m. - 29 seats available
Section 8: July 15-26, 8:00-11:00 a.m. - 28 seats available
Section 9: July 15-26, 11:00- 2:00 p.m. - 28 seats available
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Class of 2019 Order Your Cap & Gown
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If you haven't already done so the members of the Class of 2019 need to order their cap and gown for this year's commencement ceremony in June.
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SLPHS 2019 Graduation Celebration Event
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Attention seniors and parents/guardians of seniors:
Many hands are busy planning your Senior Graduation Celebration Event!
Immediately following the graduation ceremony, buses will transport students to a fun-filled and food-packed party...a chemical free and safe event!
This year the party location has changed to Bowlero in Eden Prairie, making it important that you buy your ticket WAAAY in advance.
- If you already know your senior will be attending, PLEASE purchase your ticket ASAP (visit www.slpseniorparty.com to purchase).
- If you know your senior will be attending, but need some financial assistance, please have your student reach out to Kiki Christensen in the student office.
- If you need more information about the party, view this video.
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Go to
gopark.org
for athletic event information and sports registration.
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January 18, 19 - High School Winter One-Act Plays, 7:00 p.m., Auditorium
January 20 - High School Winter One-Act Plays, 2:00 p.m., Auditorium
January 21 - Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, No School
January 23 - 1st Semester Finals
January 24 - 1st Semester Finals, 1:30 p.m. Release
January 24 - End of Semester 1
January 25 - No School, Grading Day |
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St. Louis Park
High School
6425 West 33rd St., St. Louis Park, MN 55426
Phone: 952-928-6100 *
Fax: 952-928-6113
www.gopark.org (
Go Park - SLP Athletics Website)
Click here for the Districtwide Calendar
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