64 SECONDS to Learn Up To 25 THINGS about St. Louis Park High School
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March 6, 2021
Important Websites for High School Families
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1: From the Interim Principal
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Greetings SLP Families,
Parent/Teacher conferences are scheduled for March 18 and 23 from 4:00 - 7:30 p.m. The feedback from fall conferences was so positive in support of the virtual model we provided that we will be replicating that virtual model this spring. All families will have the opportunity to sign up for conference times using our Student Support Time app, just as we did in the fall. Teachers will be sharing the links to sign up for conference time slots soon. Many families told us that they loved not having to stand in long lines to wait for teachers and the entire family could participate in the conferences from the comfort and privacy of their own homes. While this pandemic has been an unprecedented challenge, it has provided opportunities for changes and improvements that we didn't anticipate.
As the Covid pandemic continues, we continue to do our best to meet the academic, social and emotional needs of our students. This has been an incredible challenge, and fatigue is setting in for many. It's hard to believe that we are approaching one full year of this pandemic. Thankfully, Hennepin County provided over 600 vaccines for St. Louis Park staff on Friday, March 5th in the Activity Center at the High School. All staff, including custodians, cooks, student teachers, teachers, paras, administrative assistants and contracted bus drivers- all employees - had the opportunity to sign up for the first round of vaccines. I know staff members will feel much safer once vaccinated. The second dose of the vaccine will be provided on or around April 2.
We are preparing to bring 100% of our students back in April, assuming the Covid numbers continue to trend downward. Superintendent Osei will be making his recommendation for a return date at the School Board meeting on Monday, March 8. In anticipation of that 100% return date, we will be doing what is necessary to plan for a safe and smooth transition while realizing that Cohort C (approximately 35% of our students) are not planning to return to in person learning all year. It is a challenge for our teachers to teach and manage both the students in their classrooms and their students at home. We are calling this a "bi-modal" delivery model. Stay tuned for important transition information once a return date is approved by the Board.
While the weather has warmed up and people are getting outside for some much-needed sunshine and fresh air, please remember to be safe, keep social distancing, wash your hands regularly, and mask up so that our Covid numbers continue to decrease and we can bring our students back to school safely.
Kindly,
Wendy Loberg
Interim Principal
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2: 2021 MN Journalist of the YEAR!
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CONGRATULATIONS to TALIA LISSAUER who was surprised at an impromptu celebration at school that she was named the 2021 MN Journalist of the Year! This is an enormous honor that recognizes Talia's incredible talents and accomplishments in journalism. Talia is an IB Diploma Candidate at SLP High School, an exceptional student and a wonderful, kind human being. Pictured above are Principal Loberg, Talia, Assistant Principal Busse, and Lori Keekley, Journalism teacher.
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Spanish teacher, Nelly Korman, was excited to share a heartwarming moment. She was worried for her students last week but her students are slowly coming out of their shells and showing more of who she knew in person last year. I hope you enjoy this picture as much as Ms. Korman enjoyed and loved this moment.
Abby Ellingson (left)
Coco Gutzke (center)
Cece Jensen (right).
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4: Upcoming Listening Sessions with Superintendent Osei
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Upcoming Listening Sessions with Superintendent Osei
As a part of the process to hear stakeholder perspectives, Superintendent Osei will be hosting Listening Sessions over the course of this school year for students, parents/guardians, and staff to better understand the impact of the implementation of the District's educational delivery models.
March 16 | Parents/Guardians - English | 5:00-6:00 p.m. | Zoom Link
March 16 | Parents/Guardians - Spanish | 6:00-7:00 p.m. | Zoom Link
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5: Orchestra Concert for March 24- CANCELLED
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Unfortunately the orchestra concert set for March 24th has been cancelled |
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6: MCA and ACT Test Information
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7: School Nutrition Meal Pick Up
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Meal pickup schedule:
- Mondays & Wednesdays 11:45am-12:45pm
Breakfast and lunch is available for students in the building daily.
Next week March 8th - March12th is National School Breakfast Week.
New breakfast items on the menu!
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Junior Students and Families,
Even in a distance learning/hybrid format, we have Post-Secondary representatives that want to tell you about their school.
Instead of these representatives coming into the high school, they are hosting a live zoom meeting at specific dates and times for just SLP students.
This is a great time to learn about different post-secondary institutions.
The representatives want to get YOU interested in their campus and program.
This is not an interview, so no pressure. Just click the link to enter the live meeting.
** this is a live link that will update throughout semester two **
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9: Dollars for Scholars REMINDER
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Just a reminder the Dollars for Scholars application is due on Thursday, March 11th by 3:30pm! Please contact Barb Nelson, Counselor and Scholarship coordinator if you have any questions. Directions are on the HS website (posted below) and in your Park Connections folder.
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With spring just around the corner, many of us are getting outside more and more to take advantage of the sunshine and warmer weather. For active students, the idea of practicing mindfulness isn't always the first thing on their minds. However, research shows that there are many benefits to practicing mindfulness, including reducing overall stress, getting better sleep and recovery, and improving clarity and concentration when it's time to perform, no matter the task. Encourage your active student to check out the Change to Chill for Athletes page on the Change to Chill website for videos, techniques and tips all designed specifically for students on the go!
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Undecided? Sign up for a one-on-one conversations with Mrs. Magdal using the student support app.
Additionally, you may go to this shared folder to find more information about IB: LINK I encourage you to follow @slp_ib_dp on Instagram and see the many IB videos at this link: IB VIDEO PLAYLIST
To learn more about what your schedule would look like download the attached worksheet & follow along with the video to see what you would need.
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12: HVAC Industry Work-Based Learning Opportunities
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13: Tree Trust Summer Employment Information
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Feel free to contact Jolene, the Outreach Coordinator, with questions via email at jolene.rotich@treetrust.org or phone (612)718-5053.
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14: Virtual College Exploration
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Virtual College Exploration - March 9-11, 2021
Registration is Open!
Registration is now open for our FREE Virtual College Exploration! Sign-up to virtually connect with colleges and universities from around the country.
Check out the schedule, list of colleges, and register now!
Attend and hear from many different colleges. You can ask questions throughout the presentations. Also, sign up for college knowledge sessions, such as finding a college that fits, paying for college, and writing a college essay presented by college admission counselors.
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Registration will be open on Monday, February 8th for spring sports. ALPHA offers the following spring sports:
Starting on 3/15 - Synchronized Swimming
Starting on 3/22 - Baseball
Starting on 3/29 - Boys Tennis, Girls Softball, Boys & Girls Golf, Boys & Girls Track and Field
Starting on 4/5 - Boys & Girls Lacrosse
Please contact the high school athletic office if you have any questions. (952-928-6026)
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