NWEA Measures of Academic Progress (MAP)

Our students in grades 2-5 are taking the NWEA Measures of Academic Progress (MAP) this week in reading in Spanish. Next week, they will take the MAP test in math (in English). This is the first time that we are administering the reading assessment as a school in Spanish. Our current plan is to have students take the assessment in Spanish in the spring so that we can annually see students' current levels and growth in Spanish. This information will be helpful as we continue to be adaptive to all of our students' needs and to your child's individual needs. See here for more information.

5th Graders - Celebration of Learning

We are excited to share your child’s transition to Middle School with you! On Wednesday, June 7 starting at 12:45 pm, we will hold a “Celebration of Learning” in our gymnasium to honor our fifth graders as they transition from Park Spanish Immersion Elementary School to the Middle School years. Afterward, there will be light snacks/refreshments outdoors.  

Due to space constraints with our gymnasium we need to limit the number of participants at the event to only adults living in the child’s household(s). We are exploring ways that we can share this experience with other relatives after the event, and we will email the slide show presentation and pictures of the event that can be shared.

From the Grade 5 Environmental Student Leaders...

Idle Free SLP

Idling your car, running the engine while parked, produces more tailpipe emissions per minute than driving. That is why the City of St. Louis Park is working to reduce idling in areas of concern, such as school drop-off and pick-up zones.

Many Thanks, PTO!

¡Muchas gracias! to our amazing PTO families for all your kind generosity every day, but especially during Staff Appreciation Week!

PSI Band and Orchestra Concert - TONIGHT, Thursday, May 11th

(**Students at 6pm for rehearsal**)

St. Louis Park High School - Auditorium (Enter at Door 4 on W. 33rd St.)

(** Band students start rehearsal at 6:00pm, please arrive 10-15 minutes early to allow for your student to set up their instrument, find their seat, and be ready to start rehearsal at 6pm. **)

Students will not need to bring music stands because we will be providing them from the high school orchestra and band rooms. 

Concert Clothing: 

Black or White on Top

Black or White on Bottom

Try to avoid logos, images, and words if possible. 

Student will need:

Instrument

Concert Music

St. Louis Park Public Schools hosts first annual

powwow in honor of youth - May 20 at 1:00 pm

The American Indian Parent Advisory Council and the Youth Intertribal Council of St. Louis Park Public Schools will be hosting the first annual powwow. Leading up to the powwow, students and families have been spending time connecting with their culture. Volunteers are needed. Please contact krutina.flower@slpschools.org with any questions. 

The American Indian Parent Advisory Council and the Youth Intertribal Council of St. Louis Park Public Schools will be hosting the first annual powwow. Leading up to the powwow, students and families have been spending time connecting with their culture.



During a four week art series, students have taken the time to handcraft regalia, an important expression of their lives, interests and family. 

Ruby Malinski Shoemaker is a third grade student at Susan Lindgren Elementary School. It is her first time participating in a powwow, and she decided to make a skirt for this special occasion. Before starting, she spent time thinking about what type of fabric and colors she wanted to use - carefully selecting items that would be meaningful to her. She selected a beautiful black fabric with pink flowers, and planned to add black, white, red, yellow, and purple ribbons.

“It goes with the other things that I will wear like necklaces, my shirt, and ribbons,” she said.

Each ribbon, bead and decorative item holds great significance and gets added to represent an aspect of the person and what connects them with the world. Some of Ruby’s ribbons were selected to honor her family. The practice of sharing knowledge, tradition and history are all important to powwows. Her dad and her sister are also participating in this meaningful experience.

Ruby plans to wear her regalia at the powwow. Members of the community are invited to attend, and this is a great opportunity to learn more and engage in a sacred event that grounds people to the world. While this is an incredible opportunity and experience, it is important for people to be respectful of cultural traditions.

Please follow these guidelines when attending this event: 

• While at the powwow, there will be drums and people dancing in a circular motion. The circle is symbolic of the circle of life. Community members should not enter the circle unless invited. 
• A Master of Ceremonies will make announcements and lead the events. Follow the directions of this individual. 
• Do not photograph or video record anyone without permission. Regalia is not a costume, and should be respected. 
• There will be times when flags and honor songs will be present. These are often intended for specific groups, and it is important to be mindful and intentional in these instances.
• Designated areas for dancers and drum circles should be avoided.

The powwow will be on May 20, and this year’s theme is “honoring the youth.” Grand entry will start at 1 p.m. There will be food, dancing, drumming and vendors.

Staff Appreciation Week was a hit! 

Teachers and staff felt our gratitude and positivity last week. Many enjoyed being pampered by chair massages, homemade candles, lots of delicious treats, meals, and other special touches on the week. Check out the photos!

Thank you to all who contributed. A special thank you to the leadership team who made this event possible: Melissa Hoag, Molly Carpenter, Katie Newton, and Sally Hagen.

Free Virtual Positive Parenting Conference - May 18-22 

A Fine Parent presents this virtual conference with 16 masterclasses by world-leading parenting experts to support parents in raising happy, well adjusted children. There are sessions on positive parenting, connection & communication, brain development, and encouraging autonomy & boosting confidence. 

Click here for more information and to sign up.