64 SECONDS to Learn Up To  25 THINGS about St. Louis Park High School
March 27, 2020

1:   From the Principal
It has been a strange week working digitally and we miss seeing our students and staff.  These unprecedented times have led to many strange new situations and we hope you are all doing well. This week we focused on reconnecting in a digital environment. We look forward to fully reconnecting after our Spring Break.

While academics are  important, we know that academics are not the only concern on many families' minds.  This is a stressful, uncertain time. Please understand that during this time, anxiety, fear, and anger may present itself in different ways for your student. This is normal and to be expected. We all need to practice mindfulness, and extend grace and patience to each other.

Our Grade Level Coordinators, Counselors, Social Workers and other support staff are also ready to assist. Even though they are not physically at school, they are still available during school hours to connect with students. It doesn't have to be an academic issue, any student or parent can reach out for additional support.

Spring break starts today and extends through April 5th. We look forward to continuing our distance learning with you Monday April 6. Students will need to check their school gmail and Schoology account each day that school is in session. If you have any technology needs, please let us know.

Our district has compiled a comprehensive list of resources. Check our district and school website for more information.

We hope that although our daily lives have been very much altered, we hope that you are able to find space and time to connect with friends and family and practice some self care over our Spring Break.

Your SLPHS Team -

Grade

Counselor
Social Worker
Grade Level 
Coordinator
Administrator
9th Grade
Barb Nelson
nelson.barbara@
slpschools.org

Lauren Buxton
buxton.lauren@
slpschools.org
Tony Schrepfer
schrepfer.anthony@
slpschools.org
Jessica Busse
busse.jessica@
slpschools.org
10th Grade
Heidi Cosgrove
cosgrove.heidi@
slpschools.org

Marlee Nirenstein
nirenstein.marlee@
slpschools.org
Aaron Schloer
schloer.aaron@
slpschools.org
Todd Goggleye
goggleye.todd@
slpschools.org
11th Grade
Laura King
king.laura@
slpschools.org

Lauren Buxton
buxton.lauren@
slpschools.org
Greg Whittle
whittle.gregory@
slpschools.org
Jessica Busse
busse.jessica@
slpschools.org
12th Grade
Kelsey Milne
milne.kelsey@
slpschools.org

Marlee Nirenstein
nirenstein.marlee@
slpschools.org
D.J. Singer
singer.donielle@
slpschools.org
Todd Goggleye
goggleye.todd@
slpschools.org
 
Plato Assistance:
Trent Davis, [email protected]
Maggie Arends, [email protected] 

Scott Meyers
Principal
St. Louis Park Public Schools students and staff will be on spring break March 27-April 3.   Read More
3:  PowerSchool Public Portal
The PowerSchool Public Portal and mobile apps was disabled Thursday, March 26th at 3:00PM for quarter 3 grading. They will reopen by Friday, April 10th by 3:00PM.
4:  Contact Information Updates
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 ([email protected]) or Deb Muralt ([email protected]). 
5:  Tech Tips for Students
6:  Parent Tech Information
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 [email protected] or 952-928-6106

Contact Ellen George, HS Media Specialist, for questions about Schoology at
[email protected] or 952-928-6215
7:  Free eBooks and Audiobooks List
8:  Free Meals Program
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 the 14 locations and times below. 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 to download a flyer with more information, delivery schedule and a map of scheduled stops. Anybody with questions can call the School Nutrition Department at 952-928-6146. 
9:  IB Exams Cancelled for May of 2020
To our IB Students and Families,

The International Baccalaureate Organization has announced that the May examinations for the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme and Career-related Programme will not be held this year due to the COVID-19 (Coronavirus) pandemic.

10:  ACT/MCA/MAP/AP Testing Updates
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!
 
Advanced Placement (AP) Exam Update
AP Exams are still scheduled to take place. However, this year the tests will be given in an emergency format.   On April 3, 2020 College Board (the company that runs AP testing) will announce details of the plan to schools.   Please see the College Board website for more detailed current information.
11:  Message From SLPHS Counseling
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.
Support Staff
Caseload
Contact
Barb Nelson
Class of 2023
Heidi Cosgrove
Class of 2022
Laura King
Class of 2021
Kelsey Milne
Class of 2020
Lauren Buxton
Social Worker - Gr 9 & 11
Marlee Nirenstein
Social Worker - Gr 10 & 12

Administration
 Position
Contact 
Scott Meyers
Principal
Todd Goggleye
Assistant Principal
Jessica Busse
Assistant Principal

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.
12:  Postsecondary Enrollment Options
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.  

Please review the   PSEO powerpoint  and   Frequently Ask Questions  on the HS website  https://www.slpschools.org/domain/721

PSEO Informational Session (about 35 minutes)

Time: Friday, Mar 27,  2:00 PM
 
Join Zoom PSEO Meeting
Meeting ID: 974 506 470

More sessions to come after spring break. 
Please check Schoology for days/times and Zoom invites.
13:  Driver's Ed Course Sections
SLPHS Driver's Education
For more information click here.

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
14:  Athletics
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 ( [email protected] 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

Go to  gopark.org  for athletic event information and sports registration.
15:  Upcoming Dates
March 27-April 3 - Spring Break
April 6 - Distance Learning Begins


St. Louis Park  High School
6425 West 33rd St., St. Louis Park, MN 55426
Phone: 952-928-6100 *  Fax: 952-928-6113
www.slpschools.org 
www.gopark.org ( Go Park - SLP Athletics Website)
Click here for the Districtwide Calendar
  

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