St. Louis Park Middle School's Weekly News

Please note: For the most up to date information please click on the Middle School website. (Language Translations available)


May 26, 2022
Key Upcoming Dates

May 30 | Memorial Day (no school)
June 2 | 8th Grade Chromebook/Charger Turn In
June 6 | Grade Level Parties (see schedule below)
June 9 | Last Day of School

Save the Date Fall 2022
September 1 | Back to School Family Connect Meetings
This will be an opportunity for families and students to:
  • Make a personal connection with their Advisor
  • Review class schedule 
  • Find your locker and walk your schedule
  • Learn about Sports/Activities and Clubs
  • Ask Questions
End of School Year Reminders
Lost and Found

Lost & Found items will be kept one month after school is out. If these items are not claimed, they will be donated to a local community agency that will accept them.


Personal Items/Locker/Last day of school

All personal/school items must be taken home prior to the last day of school. These items will not be allowed to be taken home on the last day because we don't want to overwhelm students with items to be taken on one day only.

All 8th-grade students and some 6th & 7th-grade students will be turning in their Chromebooks prior to the last day (see note below) so computers should be left home by all students on the last day as well. Teachers will develop learning activities that don't require Chromebook use on the last day. Acceptable items that may be brought into school on the last day are pen/pencil, textbooks, a small amount of paper, yearbook, phone, and lunch bag. Other items, including backpacks, will not be allowed.  

On the last day, there will be no after-school activities. The only after-school bus will be operating at 3:52 p.m. All others have been canceled.

PowerSchool

PowerSchool will be turned off for family viewing at 4:00 p.m. on June 9th and final grades will be available for viewing at 3 p.m. on June 17th. Please remember, that we do not send report cards home.


Grade Level Parties

The middle school site council is hosting our annual all grade-level parties again this year. Students will get to participate in outdoor games, obstacle courses, inflatables, and of course treats as well. Please see the following date and times of each grade-level party.

June 6th Party Date

6th grade...........................advisory and 5th period
7th grade...........................2nd & 3rd periods
8th grade...........................6th & 7th periods
Middle School Summer Learning Academy
Middle School Summer Learning Academy (SLA) students will participate in project-based learning and create projects in each class to show families. On the last day of SLA, families will be invited to the school to help students celebrate their successes this summer. Food will be provided.

Where: Due to construction at the Middle School, Summer Learning Academy will take place at St. Louis Park High School.

When: June 20 - July 21; Monday - Thursday, 9 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. (No school the week of July 4)

Breakfast, lunch and transportation will be provided. 


Please contact [email protected] for additional information.

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** Important ChromeBook Return Information**
ALL 8th Graders will need to turn in their ChromeBooks and chargers at the end of the school year beginning on Friday, June 3rd. 

All digital content from 8th Grade teachers will end on Thursday, June 2. 8th Graders will not need their computers after this date. ChromeBooks will be checked and turned in during Advisory. 

6th and 7th Grade students who do not wish to hold on to their ChromeBooks for the summer, or students who are unsure if they are returning for the 2022-2023 school year will have an opportunity to turn them in on Wednesday, June 8th or Thursday, June 9th. Those who don't turn them in will be expected to bring them to school next fall. 
Keystone Field Trip
A mix of student leaders from Keystone, SLPMS theatre, and the Equity and Inclusion Leadership Advisory took a field trip last Friday to All American Boys at Capri Theater in Minneapolis. The cast included 8th grader Grant Hudson and two students from SLP High School.

The play is an adaptation of the novel by Jason Reynolds that portrays the impact of an incident of racial injustice on a school and community. Following the show, students spent an hour discussing themes, character development, and how the story relates to their own lives. It was a powerful performance and thoughtful conversation between our brilliant scholars!
Middle School Highlights
Quiz Bowl Team at Nationals
Spirit Week Fun
August 9 Special Election Community Meetings
St. Louis Park Public Schools will host a series of informational meetings related to the August 9 Special Election for the capital project levy and bond referendum. 

  • TONIGHT May 26 | 7:30 p.m. | St. Louis Park High School - Room C350 (Meeting will be recorded)
  • Monday, June 6 | 7:00 p.m. | Virtual via Zoom | Zoom Link

Stay Informed - Visit the Special Election Website

Stakeholders can access all of the latest information related to the August 9 Special Election by visiting the district website at bit.ly/Aug9SLPEmail any questions you have regarding the Special Election to [email protected].
Washington DC Trip Update
2022 D.C. Trip (7th, 8th and 9th Grade Families that are REGISTERED to travel):
We will have our mandatory pre-trip in-person meeting on Thursday, June 2, at 7:00 P.M. in the Middle School Cafeteria. At least one adult per family must attend; traveling students are highly encouraged to attend. We will cover everything from packing to the itinerary and much more! Please contact David Burr, trip coordinator, at [email protected] for additional information.
Reminder: 7th Grade Shots
7th Grade Vaccination Requirements:

In accordance with the Minnesota Immunization Law (Statute 121A.15), students entering 7th grade for the 2022-2023 school year are required to have documentation of immunizations received, or a legal exemption, for Tdap (tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis) and meningococcal vaccines. Information about immunization requirements can be found here

If your student should not have immunizations for medical reasons or because of your conscientiously held beliefs, we must have legal proof of exemption. The legal exemption form is available on the MDH website.

After your student has completed the immunization requirements, send a copy of the immunization record, or legal exemption, to the Middle School Health Office. Records can be faxed to 952-928-6383. 

Central Clinic offers healthcare to students who live or go to school in St. Louis Park. Services are free and include immunizations. 

Location: Central Community Center, 6300 Walker Street, St. Louis Park.
Hours: 1-4:30 on Tuesdays and Thursdays, during the school year. Hours are limited in the summer months.
Phone: 952-993-1100

Fall 2022 Middle School Football Registration
All incoming 7th and 8th graders interested in playing football in the 22-23 school year should register by May 30th. The season officially starts August 15th but we will be doing equipment handouts May 31 - June 3 during school or after school. Please make sure you have an updated sports physical on file before registering. 


If you have any questions please contact:

Coach Ben Wolfe - [email protected]
Coach Rob Hansen - [email protected]
Athletic Director Derek Wennerberg - [email protected]
Youth Enrichment Opportunities

Summer Opportunities for Middle School Students from YEP (Youth Enrichment Programs)

*We have a great selection of Summer Camps that are available for Middle School students, click the links on each camp to see the full details!*


Camp Invention:
Camp Invention needs some Leaders In Training for the week of August 15. The Leaders-in-Training (LIT) position is a summer opportunity for students entering grades seven through nine. LITs build leadership skills in a dynamic, invention-based setting while mentoring children in kindergarten through sixth grade. Through the program, LITs gain and practice leadership and teamwork skills, act as role models for younger participants, and earn to set and meet personal and team goals. Questions, please reach out to Tammy Englund ([email protected]) or Kelleen O'Brion ([email protected])

Questions about Enrichment Programs? Contact Kelleen at [email protected] or 952-928-6399