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25 THINGS about St. Louis Park High School
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I had the pleasure of observing multiple classrooms this week. It was great to see students thinking critically and working collaboratively. I enjoyed hearing students using their debate skills to examine a recent article. I appreciated their ability to share differing opinions in a respectful atmosphere.
In a math class I saw students in an advanced algebra class interpreting graphs. At times they worked together as a classroom, then broke out into smaller groups to apply their knowledge. I believe the group work skills they displayed will be needed in their future classes and careers.
I look forward to joining more classes as the year continues.
Thanks to all
the teachers and students that welcomed me in to their classrooms.
Scott Meyers
Principal
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Brad Brubaker's class works together: "Super engaging"!
 
One day each month your student works in the classroom on lessons specifically designed to help lead them through the college process, build foundation skills and understand career/job options. This week 9th and 10th graders used a fun "Escape Room" exercise; 11th graders focused on ACT Prep and Naviance; 12th graders
continued work on college application components and a Career Building game.
SEEKING MORE INFORMATION? Parents and students can check out each advisory on Schoology. For grade level planning guidance go to
slpschools.org/ccr.
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IB Extended Essay World Cafe
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The 2020 Diploma Candidates are well on their way to fleshing out their research question for the 4000 word research report that they will do called the Extended Essay. Each student has a zero hour class for EE and a supervisor that is well-versed in the content of their research.
18 gracious and excited staff members gave of their time on Tuesday for the IB EE World Cafe. Students met and spoke to multiple teachers about their research ideas. Many of those teachers will supervise students as they complete their essay.
For information about the EE, please go to this link
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Follow this link or this link for research about the impact of EE on students.
Go to this video to see how to make the most of the EE on the college search.
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Yearbook Senior Baby Ads Due December 14!
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Senior Baby Ads:
Parents and Guardians of Senior Students,
Baby ads are due December 14th!
Three things you will need to submit:
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An adorable baby photo of your student (JPEG or PDF)
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A message of at most 140 characters
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Payment of $45, cash or check made out to SLP Echowan
One way you can submit a baby ad is through the Echowan website:
Fill out the form and submit. Your student will then turn in the payment of $45 and the picture in person to room B229.
You can also send all three together in an envelope to:
Julianne Herbert
St. Louis Park High School
6425 West 33rd Street
St. Louis Park, MN 55426
Or bring in the envelope with all three together to room B229.
IF YOU SEND A HARD COPY OF YOUR PHOTO WE CANNOT GUARANTEE YOU WILL GET YOUR PHOTO BACK!
Yearbook Sales:
2019 yearbooks are currently on sale 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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Spring Break in Europe
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Last chance to sign up for Spring Break in Europe!
Time is running out if you want to join your fellow students in Dublin, London, and Paris for spring break 2019. The trip is open to all students of SLP High School.
Registration closes December 7, 2018. Contact Jeff Cohen (
cohen.jeffrey@slpschools.org
) if you have any questions or would like additional information.
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November is National Scholarship Month
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Scholarship Search by Sallie Mae is the free way to get access to more than 5 million college scholarships worth up to $24 billion.
Here's how it works:
- Students register for free.
- They answer a few questions about themselves, creating a custom profile.
- Scholarship Search serves up scholarships based on the student's skills, hobbies, interests, and more.
- Students can receive email alerts when new matches are posted and update their profile any time.
During November, in honor of National Scholarship Month, students who
register for Scholarship Search
can enter Sallie Mae's $5,000 Sweepstakes.* Registering is fast, easy, and free - and there's no essay required!
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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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Free Online Practice Tests
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Practice for free! Online test prep for ACT, SAT, PSAT, various AP tests, TOEFL and more is available in the Learning Express Library - a free resource through the Hennepin County Library website at
hclib.org You will need your HCL library card number to access the Learning Express Library. Need a library card? Either stop by any public library in Hennepin County, or apply online.
Students at Edina High School raised their AP scores by utilizing the test prep in Learning Express Library. See article
here.
You get to the Learning Express Library by going to
hclib.org
- "Browse" - "Online Resources" - "Learning Express Library" (it's a long, alphabetical list). You will login to the resource with your HCL library card, then click on "College Admissions Test Preparation"
You will see a variety of test prep and practice test links for the ACT, SAT, PSAT and various AP tests by subject area. You will need to create an account the first time - which will keep track of your practice progress. You can sign in to your Learning Express Library account and resume practice at a later time; it will keep track of your progress.
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Colleges Visit SLP High School
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Attention Juniors & Seniors
The U of Nebraska-Lincoln, St. Cloud State College, and Carleton College will be visiting soon.
Sign up in Counseling if interested.
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CLASS OF 2019: ORDER YOUR CAP AND GOWN
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It's time for the members of the Class of 2019 to order their cap and gown for this year's commencement ceremony in June.
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Senior Graduation Celebration Event
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All senior families should have received a mailing about the Senior Graduation Celebration Event following graduation on June 6, 2019. Click here for a copy of the family letter. Click here for the letter in Somali and Spanish. Purchasing your ticket now for the celebration helps successful event planning. Everything you need to know about this great SLP tradition can be found at: www.slpseniorparty.com
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"Funky Sock" Fundraiser
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Hello! As a school, we believe that IB will be the best preparation for life outside of school as it prepares critical thinkers who strive for intercultural understanding. Our district is incredibly generous in covering the majority of the costs for IB exams, but some families that do not qualify for free/reduced lunch find their portion of the registration fee to be a burden on their family. We would like to have a fund for assisting families with extenuating circumstances with their IB exam registration fees. Please help us build this fund by buying some socks! These socks are so cute they will make great holiday presents!
Thank you so much for your support!
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| "An intentional Monday can start your week off on the right foot. What sorts of things will you schedule in to reward yourself, do something you love, make you look forward to, act a little silly, and connect with important people in your life?" -ProjectHappiness
Join Mrs. Magdal on Monday mornings at 8:00 in room A308 to start your week off right with a mindfulness practice!
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Driver's Ed Parent Meetings
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| Driver's Ed Parent Meeting (Optional)
Spring Meeting: Tuesday, April 23 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Location: SLPHS Room B112, located across from the gym, 1st floor
Information:
*Attendance at this meeting will reduce your son/daughter's required supervised driving hours from 50 hours to 40 hours.
*Students do not need to attend the meeting.
*Parent/Guardian will receive a certificate of attendance for attending the meeting.
RSVP: to Bill Wodarski, Driver's Ed, Inc. Program Coordinator, billwodarski@gmail.com or 651-621-5649.
Limit: 25 seats
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Driver's Ed Course Sections
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| SLP Driver's Education Information
Section 2: Nov. 26 - Dec. 13 - FULL
Section 3: Jan. 28 - Feb.14 - 16 seats available
Section 4: Feb. 25 - Mar. 14 - 22 seats available
Section 5: Apr. 22 - May 9 - 28 seats available
Section 6: June 17-28, 8:00-11:00 a.m. - 27 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. - 29 seats available
Section 9: July 15-26, 11:00- 2:00 p.m. - 30 seats available
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Winter Weather Closing/Early Dismissal
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Are you prepared for a school closing, late start or early dismissal due to bad weather? St. Louis Park Public Schools will do our best to make a decision about a late start or school closing by 5:30 a.m. Early dismissal and decisions regarding after-school and evening athletics, events and activities will be made by 2:00 p.m.
Please see the attached flyer for more information in English, Spanish and Somali. |
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STEP: SLP Emergency Program
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STEP: St. Louis Park Emergency Program:
Step offers non-judgmental assistance meeting your basic needs. If you are experiencing financial hardship or crisis, STEP is here for you.
If you are a St. Louis Park resident in need, STEP can help you with:
- Food
- Clothing
- Transportation
- Emergency rental assistance
- Resources in the community
Call 952-925-4899 to make an appointment
STEP Holiday Toy Registration:
Sign up through Friday, December 14, 2018. Register your children, infant to 18 years old, living in your home in St. Louis Park during a food shelf appointment, or drop in on Monday, 8:00am-10:00am and 12:30pm- 3:30pm, Tuesday, 12:30pm-3:30pm and 5:00pm-7:30pm, Wednesday & Thursday 8:00am- 11:00am & 12:30pm-3:30pm or Friday 8:00am-11:30am (no appointment necessary). Please bring a picture ID, current utility bill or apartment lease and a birth certificate or passport for each child.
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Fall Sports Wrap-Up:
Football finished 5-5.
Boys cross country finished 5th in the Metro West Conference.
Volleyball finished 4th in the Metro West Conference and won 20 matches for the first time in school history.
Girls soccer finished 4th in the Metro West Conference.
Girls swimming finished 3rd in the Metro West Conference and 2nd at the Region 6AA meet and qualified for the state meet in 5 events, including Hattie Kugler who won the 100 breast stroke.
Girls tennis finished 1st in the Metro West Conference.
Girls cross country finished 1st in the Metro West Conference. Josie Mosby finished 6th at the Section 6AA meet, qualified for the state meet and was named All-State.
Boys Soccer finished first in the Metro West Conference and 2nd in the Section 6AA tournament.
Go to
gopark.org
for athletic event information and sports registration.
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December 3 - Symphonic Band/Wind Ensemble Concert, 7 p.m., Auditorium
December 4 - Band 9/Jazz Band Concert, 7 p.m., Auditorium
December 7 - No School, Professional Development
December 18 - HS Chiors Winter Concert, 7 p.m., Auditorium
December 20 - Orchestra Alumni Concert, 7 p.m., Auditorium
December 24-January 4 - No School, Winter Break |
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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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