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25 THINGS about St. Louis Park High School
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As we continued to transition to distance learning this week, we turned our attention to our Class of 2020. We discussed end of the year events as well as some immediate acknowledgements for our amazing Senior class. Please read below about some events you can participate in to spotlight our graduating class during distance learning. I look forward to more collaboration as we plan more on the coming weeks.
Park PRIDE has been evident this week as teachers and students are starting to interact more in our new distance learning format. I am impressed by how much we still "D"epend on one another during this uncertain transition. I also appreciate all of the focus on our "P"urpose as students and staff continue to plan for their future. Please read about the opportunities to prepare for post-secondary opportunities below.
Scott Meyers
Principal |
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St. Louis Park High School Prom
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The Student Council is planning a citywide celebration on the original day of Prom by hosting a Virtual Dance. At 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, April 18, students, parents, staff, and community members are invited to participate in a virtual dance. "Get dressed up in something fancy, pick a song to dance to, and go outside to get groovin," said a release from the St. Louis Park High School Student Council. "We want the Class of 2020 Seniors to hear the music playing around the city!"
Everyone is encouraged to take a photo or video of their virtual dance party and share it to Instagram and tag @slpstudentcouncil and use #slpwontstopdancing. The photos and videos will be compiled by our Student Council to create a video commemorating the original prom date. PLEASE NOTE: School-appropriate songs should be chosen.
Stay tuned for updates about other events and ways to celebrate the Class of 2020, all of our students, our school, and our community with Park Pride!
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St. Louis Park Public Schools to Partake in "Be The Light MN" on April 22
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St. Louis Park Public Schools is preparing to join the #BeTheLightMN movement that has swept across the state of Minnesota in recent weeks. In a show of support to the student-athletes who haven't been able to participate in Spring sports due to COVID-19, the High School Stadium lights will be turned on at 8:20 p.m. on Wednesday, April 22. The lights will remain on for 315 seconds, representing the number of students in the Class of 2020 at St. Louis Park High School. A corresponding video featuring a number of student-athletes will be shown by Athletic Director Andy Ewald as part of the Monday, April 27 School Board Meeting.
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Second Round HS Principal Interviews to be Held April 28
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The search continues for the next St. Louis Park High School Principal. More than 50 St. Louis Park Public Schools stakeholders participated in the daylong, virtual first-round interviews on April 16 with a field of six candidates
On April 28, the candidates will participate in second round interviews. The second round interviews will consist of a community presentation where candidates will have 20 minutes to respond to a prompt from the District and 20 minutes to answer moderated questions from attendees. All attendees will have an opportunity to respond to an online survey to provide feedback about the candidates at the conclusion of each presentation.
Because of the continued social distancing requirements of COVID-19, the second round interviews will take place virtually.
If you would like to participate in the second round interview process, please contact the Superintendent's Executive Assistant Flower Krutina by email at
krutina.flower@slpschools.org
or by phone at 952-928-6001, to express interest.
The new St. Louis Park High School Principal will be selected in May and will begin serving in the role on July 1, 2020, pending successful contract negotiations and School Board approval.
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Attendance will be taken through students' advisory course on Schoology. Students will be asked to complete a short fun question to check in with their teachers. Answers will be recorded until 12pm, each day and attendance will be submitted at 1pm. The daily attendance calls will begin on Monday, April 13th alerting you about your student's attendance.
As we learn more, this system may develop to include each academic course. We are learning more each day about the multiple facets of distance learning. We look forward to connecting and learning with all of our students! Please stay tuned for more updates and information in our weekly 6425 Newsletter.
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Congratulations to Leo Dworsky!
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Junior Leo Dworsky has been named a Minnesota Varsity Showcase Artist! And thanks to many of you, he was also the Audience Vote winner as well! Here's the
MPR announcement:
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Advanced Placement (AP) Exam Update
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- Exams will take place from May 11 through May 22
- Exams will be taken at home if schools do not reopen
- Each subject's exam will be taken on the same day at the same time worldwide
- For more complete information AP Exam Schedule 2020
Read More |
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Important NEW - Advanced Placement (AP) Exam Information
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Student Preparation for Exams:
Student must have a working email address registered with College Board.
- Students should have received an email from College Board this week entitled, "Your Personalized AP Exam Schedule".
- Test simulation information will be sent to students prior to exam.
- Test information and login codes will be sent directly to students.
On test day - student should login to exam 30 minutes early to make sure there are no glitches.
Seniors - make sure the College where scores should be sent is indicated in your College Board Account.
Late Testing - June 1-5, see exam schedule for details.
For emergency only.
- There are no exam conflicts with AP or with IB this year.
- Mrs. LaPray (AP Test Coordinator) MUST be notified no later than May 1, 2020 to request a late test.
If there are technical difficulties on test day.
- Contact College Board.
- Contact Mrs. LaPray after contacting College Board - lapray.jami@slpschools.org
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IB Exams Cancelled for May of 2020
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To our IB Students and Families,
The May of 2020 IB exams have been cancelled. Luckily, the IBO has always valued more than just an end of year test. Read More
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ACT/MCA/MAP Testing Updates
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ACT Update
ACT Scores from the all Junior Class ACT
According to the directions given at the end of the ACT Exam, it takes 5-8 weeks before students can expect to get their score. To date, ACT has NOT announced any changes to this plan. Last year it was almost 8 weeks after testing before students started receiving scores via snail mail.
April 4, 2020 National ACT
Based on information from the ACT website, the April 4, 2020 National ACT has been postponed until June 13. Students who enrolled in that exam should be notified by ACT. Please contact ACT.org for more information.
MCA and MAP Update
All MCA and MAP tests that have not already taken place this year are cancelled.
Thank you to teachers who administered and students who took the MCA Science or MAP Reading on March 10 and 11, 2020. We were on track to have our best scores in five years. Well Done!
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The Most Important Class You Never Had!
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SAVE THE DATE: Thursday, April 30, 2020
NGPF's Documentary Watch Party & Scholarship Night!
In honor of Financial Literacy Awareness Month, NGPF is awarding $10,000 in student scholarships during a live screening of "The Most Important Class You Never Had"
on Thursday, April 30, 2020 at 7:00 p.m.
Following the stories of 8 remarkable teachers & classrooms across the nation, this documentary brings the importance of personal finance education into sharp focus.
TO WIN A SCHOLARSHIP STUDENTS MUST:
1) Currently attend high school in the United States.
2) Tune in to the live event on April 30, 2020.
3) Post a photo while watching the live event (must feature student AND the screen they're watching the documentary on) with a tag for @NextGenPF on facebook, twitter, or instagram*.
NGPF will pause the documentary at multiple points throughout the live screening to announce a new scholarship opportunity and alert viewers to begin posting and tagging. Winners will be announced during and after the live event on the NGPF Blog!
*If you're not on social media, you can email NGPF during the live event instead to participate. Email will be posted during the live event.
NGPF Fyer |
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Virtual College Tours
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Historically Black Colleges and Universities Virtual Tour/s
Chicago HBCU Alumni Alliance is doing a virtual tour/s of 11 colleges this Saturday, April 18. The event is free.
Virtual College Fair
Strive Virtual College Exploration Week
Monday, April 20 - Thursday, April 23, 2020
- 300+ colleges from 44 states and 10 countries
- 96 sessions over 4 days
- Day and evening options
- Panel presentations on a range of topics for juniors and underclassmen
- Free and open to students nationwide
Registration for students and parents is now live:
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Free Webinar: College Admissions and Scholarships in a COVID-19 World
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Amidst the difficulty of this time, how should students and their parents evaluate college admissions and obtain financial aid information? Join this free, hour-long discussion on the pandemic/economic downturn impacts on college admissions as well as the importance of storytelling in scholarship essay writing.
Tuesday, April 21 at 8:00 PM EST*
Presented by:
Dennis Yim, Director, Live Online Courses, Kaplan Test Prep
Carol Barash, CEO & Founder, Story2
Joe Latimer, Assistant Dean of Diversity and Outreach, University of Rochester
In this Live Online discussion, we will discuss:
- Tips, advice, and resources from our experts on how to navigate college admissions amidst the new realities.
- Strategies to obtain financial aid information and how to swiftly re-evaluate options.
- The importance of storytelling in scholarship essays.
Register Now
Additional resource:
$2,500 college scholarship giveaway for the month of April. Kaplan partnered with Anthony ONeal of Ramsey Solutions to give away one scholarship - view more information here. Eligible high school and college students can enter to win until April 30, 2020.
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Postsecondary Enrollment Options
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Postsecondary Enrollment Options (PSEO) is a program that allows 10th, 11th, and 12th grade students to earn both high school and college credit while still in high school, through enrollment in and successful completion of college-level, nonsectarian courses at eligible participating postsecondary institutions.
PSEO Information Session with Ms. Cosgrove and Ms. King
Wednesday, April 22nd
3:30pm - 4:30pm
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Students and families should use Schoology as their primary online platform. All teachers have been instructed to post materials and communication on Schoology. Teachers may also use email, Remind, or other communication tools to contact students, but expect Schoology to be the primary means of communication
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Students and families should expect a basic outline for the week from teachers on Monday mornings before 9:30 am. Teachers will give basic learning goals for the week and a notification of any "live" lessons, office hours, or assignments so students may communicate any conflicts with their teachers ahead of time. Teachers may present their weekly plan in the form of a newsletter, calendar, or Schoology update. Plans may change based on students' needs. Thank you for your patience if this communication is delayed or updated later in the week. Like you, teachers are also juggling many changes right now and will make every effort to be as clear and timely as possible.
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Most learning will happen asynchronously, with students not required to be online at a certain time. However, teachers will offer opportunities for meeting together and for connecting synchronously, as well. Some classes, like languages and music, may offer face to face learning more frequently. Synchronous learning will be recorded and offered so that students can access it at another time, as well. Synchronous learning will be scheduled during school hours. Optional office hours may be scheduled outside of typical school hours
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Tech Tips for Students
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Parent Tech Information
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Internet Resources:
There are many resources available to support families during this time if they do not have access to the internet in their home. Below is a list of resources you may access to get more information on these services. The FCC recently announced the "Keeping Americans Connected Pledge," which most internet companies are honoring. This ensures that no one will have their internet disconnected for non-payment, it waives any late fees and opens up hotspots at no charge. To learn more and find additional internet resources visit
Contact Deb Muralt, HS Admin. Assistant, for questions about PowerSchool at muralt.debra@slpschools.org or 952-928-6106
Contact Ellen George, HS Media Specialist, for questions about Schoology at
george.ellen@slpschools.org or 952-928-6215
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Contact Information Updates
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| Please make sure that we have correct and up to date contact information on file for you. If you have a new phone number, address or email address, please send it to Kiki Christensen (christensen.kirsten@slpschools.org) or Deb Muralt (muralt.debra@slpschools.org). |
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Your SLP High School Team
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Your SLPHS Team -
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Grade
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Counselor
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Social Worker
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Grade Level
Coordinator
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Administrator
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9th Grade
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Barb Nelson
nelson.barbara@
slpschools.org
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Lauren Buxton
buxton.lauren@
slpschools.org
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Tony Schrepfer
schrepfer.anthony@
slpschools.org
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Jessica Busse
busse.jessica@
slpschools.org
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10th Grade
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Heidi Cosgrove
cosgrove.heidi@
slpschools.org
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Marlee Nirenstein
nirenstein.marlee@
slpschools.org
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Aaron Schloer
schloer.aaron@
slpschools.org
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Todd Goggleye
goggleye.todd@
slpschools.org
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11th Grade
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Laura King
king.laura@
slpschools.org
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Lauren Buxton
buxton.lauren@
slpschools.org
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Greg Whittle
whittle.gregory@
slpschools.org
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Jessica Busse
busse.jessica@
slpschools.org
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12th Grade
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Kelsey Milne
milne.kelsey@
slpschools.org
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Marlee Nirenstein
nirenstein.marlee@
slpschools.org
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D.J. Singer
singer.donielle@
slpschools.org
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Todd Goggleye
goggleye.todd@
slpschools.org
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Free eBooks and Audiobooks List
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St. Louis Park Public Schools is offering neighborhood delivery of grab-and-go meals for students 18 and under. Park-Adam school buses will stop at 14 locations and times. During pick-up times, students and families will be able to pick up bag lunches as well as a bag breakfast meal for the following morning. Peanut-free options will be available. Meals will include a protein, a grain, a fruit, a vegetable and a beverage.
Click here for more information, delivery schedule and a map of scheduled stops. Anybody with questions can call the School Nutrition Department at 952-928-6146.
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Message From SLPHS Counseling
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Staff, Parents, and Students:
We know that in times of uncertainty and major shifts in routine we all can experience stress, anxiety, and feelings of general uneasiness. We want to assure you that our SLP Student Services Staff is here to help! Here are some resources you can utilize, as well as our Counseling Staff contact information. Remember if you or someone you know is in immediate danger or are a harm to themselves or others please call 911 or your local police department.
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Support Staff
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Caseload
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Contact
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Barb Nelson
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Class of 2023
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nelson.barbara@slpschools.org
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Heidi Cosgrove
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Class of 2022
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cosgrove.heidi@slpschools.org
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Laura King
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Class of 2021
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king.laura@slpschools.org
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Kelsey Milne
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Class of 2020
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milne.kelsey@slpschools.org
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Lauren Buxton
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Social Worker - Gr 9 & 11
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buxton.lauren@slpschools.org
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Marlee Nirenstein
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Social Worker - Gr 10 & 12
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nirenstein.marlee@slpschools.org
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Administration
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Position
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Contact
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Scott Meyers
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Principal
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meyers.scott@slpschools.org
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Todd Goggleye
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Assistant Principal
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goggleye.todd@slpschools.org
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Jessica Busse
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Assistant Principal
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busse.jessica@slpschools.org
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Additional resources:
- Hennepin County Mobile Crisis Unit- 612-348-2233 (17 & Younger), 612-596-1223 (18 & Older)
- St Louis Park Emergency Program (STEP) - Their mission is to identify, address and respond to the critical and emergency needs of residents in St. Louis Park. 952-925-4899.
Please be sure to stay up to date with local resources/websites
as things are constantly changing.
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Driver's Ed Course Sections
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SLPHS Driver's Education
To enroll during school closure: Send registration form & payment to:
Driver Education Office
4925 Dupont Avenue North
Mpls, MN 55430
Section 4 | April 27 - May 14 : FULL
**Due to school closure, updated course details will be sent via email**
Section 5 | June 8-19 AM : FULL
Section 6 | June 8-19 PM : 22 seats available
Section 7 | July 20-31 AM : 24 seats available
Section 8 | July 20-31 PM : 27 seats available
Driver's Ed Parent Meeting
The meeting originally scheduled for Thursday, April 30, 2020 has been postponed. It will be rescheduled at a later date.
- 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
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Attention Athletes:
You have access to optional at-home strength & conditioning workouts through our TeamBuildr app. If you're having trouble logging in, please contact Coach Gust (
gust.jessica@slpschools.org or @slplift on IG). Workouts are posted every weekday and are a great way to stay in shape while we're out of school. Keep an eye on Instagram for fun at-home challenges and updates. #parkpride #slpontop
Swimmer of the Year:
Congratulations to Hayden Zheng for being named the class AA male swimmer of the year last week at the all state banquet.
Go to
gopark.org
for athletic event information and sports registration.
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| April 18 - Prom Virtual Dance, 7:30 p.m. (See above article "SLPHS Prom" for details.) |
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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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