64 SECONDS to Learn Up To  25 THINGS about St. Louis Park High School
March 29, 2019

1:   From the Principal

I'd like to start this week's message similar to last week by extending a thank you to all of the families that were able to join us for conferences.  Your partnership is vital to our success as a high school.  A special thank you to the parents that volunteered to provide a meal for teachers before we started conferences.
 
In our building Professional Development Committee meeting this Friday we leaned into our Building Norm about being "learners and taking risks".  We made some commitments to supporting each other by trying some new practices and starting our final data cycle as a staff.  This year we have collaborated to support reading and student engagement in our classrooms.  I am looking forward to our final gallery walk to showcase our work and share ideas.  Have a wonderful Spring Break!

Scott Meyers
Principal

2:  PowerSchool Public Portal
The PowerSchool Public Portal and mobile app will be open during quarter 3 grading. Access will be disabled to view grades, assignments and email notifications from Thursday, March 28, 3:30PM through Friday, April 12, 3:30PM.
3:  School Start-End Times Update
The St. Louis Park Public Schools School Board listened to stakeholder feedback regarding school start and end times during the Open Forum portion of its Monday, March 25 meeting. The Board also received a feedback report compiled by District administration that included stakeholder feedback from the month of March. 

Below are three documents from the March 25 School Board Meeting:


The Board continues to review feedback on the two options that were recommended on March 11 by the School Start-End Times Project Team. The Board will once again discuss start and end times and could choose to take action at its meeting on Monday, April 8. 

For more information about the School Start-End Times Study, go online to  www.bit.ly/SLPStartTimes .
4:  Career Expo Exhibitors Wanted

2019 Career Expo April 24, 2019 

Wednesday, April 24, 9:45 -10:45 a.m. (9:15 a.m. setup) 
St. Louis Park High School Gym

Our Annual Career Expo is a highly interactive "Career Exploration Event" providing high school students an opportunity to connect with business and industry. You and/or your organization's participation is valuable and needed! Please join us by clicking the link to register: Career Expo Exhibitor Registration (registration closes, April 18) There is NO cost to participate!

Career Expo objectives for our students: To gain information about careers and educational options. To investigate career options aligned with their strengths and interests. To improve job seeking skills & learn what employers need. To become aware of multiple career paths. To explore non-traditional careers.

Career Expo Flyer  

5:  Dollars for Scholars Scholarship Fund
"An investment in knowledge pays the best interest."
Benjamin Franklin

Please consider making an investment by donating to the  Dollars for Scholars  Scholarship  Fund  to help a St. Louis Park graduating senior afford post-secondary education.  The St. Louis Park Chapter of Dollars for Scholars is an all-volunteer organization that provides financial support to local students. 

Our newsletter explains more about our community program to help local students with college expenses. 

You can also check out our website at  www.stlouispark.dollarsforscholars.org    for more current information.


6:  Personal Finance - Did You Know?

The stock market has risen by $20 trillion in value since it bottomed out in 2009. These Stock Market Game winners are investing wisely! 
7:  First Step Summer Program
Applications are now being accepted for the First Step Program through St. Catherine University. To be eligible for the First Step Program students must be current Sophomores and Juniors and identify as indigenous and/or women of color. The program is a FREE college-readiness program and is meant to provide students with the opportunity to build community with women of color who share a commitment to pursue higher education. Students will gain a strong network of diverse, college-bound friends, support and encouragement from St. Kate's staff, faculty, and students, as well as increased confidence about their capacity to apply to and thrive in college.
 
Applications due April 12th.

2019 First Step Summer Institute Application

First Step Brochure 2019
8:  College Visits
Bradley University and the Savannah College of Art & Design will be visiting soon.  Sign up in Counseling if interested.
9:  Boys/Girls State
Do you have a Junior that is interested in the political process and how government works?  They may want to apply to be part of Boys or Girls State.  Representatives who attended last year will be visiting Junior social studies classes on Thursday, March 14th to talk about this exciting opportunity.
 
Minnesota American Legion Boys/Girls State  is a week-long experience of learning about Minnesota government at the local, county and state levels by "doing". It is a week of intensive study and involvement. The participants will actually organize and participate in the various levels and branches of government in addition to participating in athletics, music, writing for the newspaper or holding leadership positions across all levels of the program. Every boy/girl will participate in the process of city, county and state government. Minnesota Boys/Girls State is a program for young men/women who have just completed their junior year of high school. Highlights of the week include political speakers, mock trials, campaigning, elections, and announcement of the Boys/Girls State Governor and State Constitutional Officers.
 
For more information see attached brochures or check out their websites:

 
10:  Enrollment for Summer Opportunities
Check the Career & College Center website to discover upcoming events and learn about summer opportunities!  This website is updated with new events.

Events and Summer Opportunities
11:  Academic Supports
Click here to see days, times and locations for academic support at St. Louis Park High School.
12:  Driver's Ed Course Sections
SLP Driver's Education Information
                     
Section 5:  Apr. 22 - May 9 - FULL
Section 6: June 17-28, 8:00-11:00 a.m. - 3 seats available
Section 7: June 17-28, 11:00- 2:00 p.m. - 22 seats available
Section 8: July 15-26, 8:00-11:00 a.m. - 25 seats available
Section 9: July 15-26, 11:00- 2:00 p.m. - 24 seats available

More information available: Click here.
13:  Class of 2019 Celebration Event
Class of 2019 enjoy a celebration with your classmates at Bowlero immediately following graduation on June 6th. All entertainment, food, and prize chances are included in the $50.00 ticket fee. 

Visit www.slpseniorparty.com for all the details. All tickets must be purchased by May 10th.  Scholarships are available! Please contact Kirsten (Kiki) Christensen, Administrative Assistant to the Assistant Principal, St. Louis Park High School at 952-928-6102 or  christensen.kirsten@slpschools.org to get your ticket.
14:  Athletics
Go to gopark.org for athletic event information and sports registration.
15:  Upcoming Dates
April 1-5 Spring Break, No School
April 11 - District Orchestra Festival, 7:00 p.m., HS Gym
April 19 - No School


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