St. Louis Park Middle School's Weekly News
April 26, 2019
Calendar
  • April 29 7th grade MCA math
  • April 30 & May 1, 6th grade MCA math
  • April 30, Beginning Band Concert, 7 p.m. MS field house 1
  • May 2, 8th grade MCA science
  • May 2, Coffee with the Principal, 9-10 a.m.

Monday is an A day
Tuesday is a B day
Wednesday and Thursday is an A day
Friday is a B day

Coffee with the Principal
Thursday, May 2, 9:00-10:00 a.m.
Check in at the office.

Join Principal Les Bork on Thursday, May 2. Bring your questions and get an update on things happening at the Middle School.
8th Grade Field Trip
8th Grade College Campus and Careers Field Trip - Friday, May 10th
The 8th grade students will be exploring a college campus on Friday, May 10th!

See the attached permission slip for more details!
Click here for English or click here for Spanish .

If you have questions please contact one of the following:
Licensed School Counselor:  Theresa Weber-Sexton
Phone Number: 952-928-6295

8th Grade Dean:  Randy Zutz
Phone Number: 952-928-6305

8th Grade Projects Expo
8 TH GRADE PROJECTS EXPO -  May 30, 7:00 p.m.
Who   : 8th grade students
What   : Public Speaking Expo (ANY speaking project students have developed over their Middle School career)
When   : May 30, 7:00 p.m.
Where   : SLP Middle School
Why   : Show off the fabulous work of our students
How   : Students must fill out and return a signed permission form (on both sides). (see links) On the permission form there is an area for students to check off which of these coaching sessions and field trips they will be attending. They must also attach a draft of their speech in order to attend the field trip Monday, April 29th. 

Part of the coaching includes two field trips to REM5 a virtual reality lab.  This virtual reality experience will allow students to upload their speeches and make a video of themselves giving their speech to a variety of audiences. It will also analyze their public speaking for eye contact, gestures, speed, etc.
 
Click here for the permission form.
Click here for the REM5 waiver.

Deadline: Students MUST turn in a permission form that will confirm the dates and times of coaching sessions, field trips, etc. by Monday, April 29th in the morning in order to attend the field trip to REM5 scheduled for April 29th in the afternoon. A draft of their speech must be attached to the permission form. 

Questions? Feel free to contact me...

Let me know if you have questions.

IB Coordinator
952-928-6349
MCA Test Dates and Important Information
The Minnesota Comprehensive Assessment (MCA) will be administered on the following days:

6th Grade
MCA Math: April 30-May 1

7th Grade
MCA Math: April 29

8th Grade
MCA Science: May 2

For more information about testing procedures click here to read more.
8th Grade Community Project Update, April 26
Attention Grade 8 Families - Community Project Update

This week, students continued working on their presentations for their Community project. Presentations are about the journey from beginning to end of their project. Individual presentations should be between 6-8 minutes and groups should be 8-12 minutes. Students may use a visual but it is not required. Students should give as much evidence as possible in their presentation as they are receiving a summative assessment score in 4th quarter on criterion A, B, C, and D. No question and answer session will happen after the presentation is done.

Students should use their presentation checklist on page 10 (   click here to view  ) . 8th grade students will be presenting to 6th and 7th grade classrooms during the afternoon of May 7th. 

Computer Lab B will be open after school Monday April 29th and Tuesday April 30th until 4:30 p.m. for students and student groups to have more time together and support. Students have been given time during Discovery class to work on these presentations but  time above and beyond class to refine them may be necessary. Students must plan this out. 

Questions? Let me know, 

Ms. Waldera
IB Coordinator
Frozen Jr., Update, April 26
Frozen Update
We are looking for students who would like to apply for a crew position for the Frozen Jr. production. Applications are available from Ms. Zumberge, Ms. Schmerler, and Ms. Edelheit. Applications are due to Ms. Zumberge by Thursday at 2:15 p.m. Contact zumberge.lillian@slpschools.org with questions.

We also still need help making or donating props. Check out our list here! https://docs.google.com/document/d/1uPYm1Y1St2TJxDZObOPMT3VRyYOlnq-0yWUrmjUl__k/edit?usp=sharing

Finally, we are running very low on after school snacks for the cast. Any donations will be taken in the front office. We appreciate all those who have donated-thank you so much.

Make sure to check the rehearsal schedule to know when you need to be at rehearsal. It’s linked on Schoology or click here.  If you have rehearsal conflicts, contact schmerler.jennifer@slpschools.org Finally, if you haven’t signed up for the Remind service, please click here.  
Football Association
SLP Football Association
Come for a free event on May 5 from 12-4 p.m. at the ROC.
Summer School Information & Registration
Summer School provides a positive learning environment of enthusiastic staff and small class sizes. It is a free opportunity for students to strengthen reading and/or math learning and prepare for their next grade level as well as maintain their growth over summer. We offer free bussing, free breakfast, and free lunch.  Students can also win cool prizes. Click here for more information and a registration form .  If you have any questions you may contact your child’s teachers or dean of students. The Summer School coordinator is Lil Zumberge: 952-928-6376,  zumberge.lillian@slpschools.org
Empowerment Workshop for Girls
Empowerment Workshop for Girls - June 15 - 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Join TrackGirlz for a  complimentary empowerment workshop for girls , ages 9-12, for a day of sisterhood, empowerment, sport, and fun! Hear from our Founder, Track & Field Olympian, Mechelle Lewis Freeman, and other inspiring stories from special guests. Attendees will get a chance to participate in a Life Time Sport activity, and receive an ivivva camp tank, amongst other special activities & giveaways. Lunch will be provided. A few spots left!  

Register at  trackgirlz.com/camps .
6th Graders: Important Information
6 th Graders, do you have your immunizations for 7 th grade?
Many 6 th grade students will need to have a TDaP booster and a meningitis vaccination before the start of the next school year in order to meet the requirements of Minnesota law. Clinics get very busy in the summer so don’t wait until the last minute to get them done. Spring Break could be a good time for a quick appointment!
As the immunizations are completed, bring or send a copy of the immunization record to the health office so they can be entered in your student’s record. Students who should not have the shots because of medical or conscientious reasons need to have a legal exemption on file. 
Contact the health office at 952-928-6311 with questions.
8th Grade College & Career Day Parent Presenters Needed, April 26
8th Grade College & Career Day  Parent Presenters Needed

Friday May 10th  will be a day full of College & Career Exploration for all 8th grade students. Students will have an opportunity to visit a college campus in addition to hearing from a variety of community professionals.  

We are looking for a diverse group of parents (representing various degrees/certificates/on the job training, genders and races) to come to the St. Louis Park Middle School and share about their education and professional experiences.  

Presenters are asked to spend approximately 2 hours of their time (either morning or afternoon) conducting four to five sessions, each session approximately 25 minutes in length. During these presentations parents are asked to share with students their educational/training and how it led them to their current profession. Presenters can use handouts, slides, powerpoints etc.......please feel free to make it unique to you.  

If you feel this is something you would be interested in doing please contact Theresa Weber-Sexton, Licensed School Counselor, at 952-928-6295 (direct) or by email at  weber.theresa@slpschools.org  for more information.  
Boys' Basketball Summer Camps
St Louis Park Boys' Summer Camp
St. Louis Park High School
July 8-11 and/or July 15-18
Site Council

Get involved in Middle School Site Council or in a volunteer role in 2019/20!
Top 10 Middle School Food Shelf Item Needs
Did you know our Middle School has a food shelf? We do! Can you help stock it? Below are the top ten most needed items. We have a shopping cart in the office to collect donations. Anytime you come to school for something, please consider dropping off a few items in the cart. Thank you!

Top 10 Middle School Food Shelf Needs:
1.   cereal
2.   fruit (especially pineapple and oranges)
3.   Ramen
4.   deodorant
5.   shampoo
6.  canned corn
7.   mini mac and cheese
8.   spaghetti o's (and similar canned meals)
9.   pancake mix (complete)
10. syrup

A huge thank you to everyone who has donated to Binder Buddies recently through the Amazon Wish List. Your generosity has greatly replenished many of our supplies for students. Sincere thanks to everyone who has participated in this giving.  

To donate to the Binder Buddies program through the Amazon Wish List:
  1. Click here.
  2. Select the item(s) you would like to donate
  3. When checking out, please select the middle school address for shipping
  4. Place your order
Thank you in advance for your donations!
District/Community News
Looking for other opportunities? Check out these programs
 Central Clinic
Aware College Search
Ice Cream Social
Growing Through Grief
Learn to Bowl
Ridgedale YMCA Summer Programs
YWCA Minneapolis Spring & Summer Camp
Social Skills Camp
Teen Tech Workshop

Washington D.C.
2019 D.C. Trip (Current 7th Graders, registered for the trip):
1. You should have received an Emergency Contact/Behavior Contract Form (2-sided sheet)  AND  a Roommate Request Form in your home mail within the last week. Please see Mr. Burr in room 236 (or e-mail  burr.david@slpschools.org ) to get extra copies if you did not receive them. Also, please return them to Mr. Burr at the Middle School as soon as possible.
2. We will have our parent meeting 1-2 weeks before we leave, so watch the Oriole Times News and your home e-mails for the date and time of that meeting.

2020 D.C. Trip (Current 6th Graders)
There are three ways to register for next year's D.C. Trip:
2) By calling 1-800-468-5899
3) By mailing in the registration slip that was in your invitation packet handed out last week

If registering by phone or online, use  Trip ID 175969 . Remember, you receive a $100 discount if you register by May 2! If you'd like more information about the trip, please contact David Burr at  burr.david@slpschools.org  or 952-928-6375.