April 18, 2024

Dear Park Spanish Immersion Elementary School Community:

We hope this finds you well. Our third, fourth, and fifth graders completed day two of the Minnesota Comprehensive Assessments (MCA's) in Reading today. Next Wednesday and Thursday, they will take the MCA's in Math. These state assessments measure student achievement (and growth in math and reading--for fourth and fifth graders) related to the Minnesota State Standards. These (and many other assessments) help inform us of our students' learning. 

We hope that you and your family can join us for the spring PTO-sponsored "Pizza and Movie Night" next Thursday, April 25th at St. Louis Park Middle School. Free pizza will be served starting at 5:30 p.m. in the cafeteria, and Encanto will begin at 6:15 p.m. in the Performing Arts Center.

Thanks for sharing your children with us. Take care, and keep reading!

Corey Maslowski, Principal

Kelsey Clark, Elementary Support Supervisor

Cartonera Project



We are gearing up for our annual Cartonera Writing Project (May 31). In preparation for this event where every student shares a published book, we will need help sewing. It really only requires a sewing machine and the capacity to sew a straight(ish) line. If you are willing and able to assist in this way, please let Kara Scheid know (scheid.kara@slpschools.org).

Elders' Wisdom, Children's Song Celebration on May 6

The fourth grade Elders’ Wisdom, Children’s Song community celebration is soon! The fourth graders are now working with Sr. Davis and Sra. Wieber to put the finishing touches on their songs. They are excited to share their learning with the PSI community.

Sra. Ruff's class will honor Sr. Curtis Coats, a former PSI parent who works in cyber security and as a mentor for youth. Sra. Giraldo's class will be honoring Sra. Bev Caruso, a social worker and PSI grandparent who lives in our community. Srta. Casey's class will honor Sr. Bill Starr, an army veteran and lawyer who is also a PSI grandparent.

All families are invited to join us as the fourth graders honor these elders in a community celebration on Monday, May 6, at 6:30 p.m. 

at the SLP Middle School. 

Fourth grade students should arrive at the Middle School at 6:00 p.m. for a short practice before the performance.

Volunteers needed! We need a few volunteers to help with the mini rehearsal when students arrive at 6:00.  Contact Sra. Wieber at wieber.kimberly@slpschools.org to volunteer.

K-5 A-E Specialist Calendar

In our SLP elementary schools, our specialist classes rotate on an A, B, C, D, E day schedule. We do this so that students do not consistently miss classes on a particular calendar week day. Please see the April rotation schedule.

School District News

AIPAC Community Celebration

The American Indian Parent Advisory Committee invites community members to join in celebration on April 20 from 2-6 pm. Please join us for an event filled with games, food, and music! There will be drumming, dancing, food, and games! Sign up at slpschools.org/aipaccc



Download the new Transportation App, My Ride K-12 by May 1, 2024

This spring, St. Louis Park Public Schools will begin using a new transportation app for parents and caregivers to access updated transportation information for their student(s). In the new app, you can access the information as you did in the previous app.

• Real-time mapping for school bus arrival for pick-up and afternoon drop-off
• Easy access to bus information (bus number, bus stop location, and bus stop time) 

The new app, My Ride K-12, is available on the Apple Store and Google Play Store now. You can use your existing log-in information (username and password) from the previous transportation app (Traversa Ride 360) to log into the new app or the website. 

• My Ride K-12 – Apple App Store (iOS)
• My Ride K-12 – Google Play Store (Android)
• Website: myridek12.tylerapp.com

Parents and guardians will need to download a new app by May 1 in order to access their student’s transportation information. Learn more about how to set up your account: English | Spanish | Somal

St. Louis Park High School Theatre Presents Steel Magnolias by Robert Harling April 19-21

Steel Magnolias is a dramatic comedy centered around six southern women and their relationships that bloom within the local beauty salon. Set over 2 years in the late 1980s, the play follows Truvy, the sassy and strong salon owner; Annelle, her anxious new assistant with her fair share of secrets; Miss Clairee, widow of the former beloved mayor who has become quite the public figure herself; Ouiser, the town curmudgeon with a warm heart;  Shelby, a young woman with health issues who’s ready to take risks to live her life; and M’Lynn, who will protect her daughter at any cost.

Due to construction at the High School, all performances will be held at the Middle School Performing Arts Center, located at 2025 Texas Ave S. Performances are April 19 and 20 at 7:00 pm and January 21 at 2:00 pm. Tickets are $7 for adults, $5 for students and senior citizens, and free with student ID for all SLPHS students. Please purchase tickets at gopark.hometownticketing.com/embed/all.

Kids Place Registration 2024-2025

We’re pleased to announce our school year registration window for Kids Place School Age Care, welcoming participants in grades K-5! Registration window: April 9 - May 3, 2024.  

Register at slpcommunityed.com/kids-place or scan QR code

• Click on “Online Registration”

• Sign in or create an account

• Select “Explore All Programs”

• Select Kids Place Childcare

• Choose “Registration”

• Follow the on-screen prompts to complete

PTO News

PSI Yearbook Order Deadline - April 19th!

Last chance to order the 2023-24 edition of the PSI Yearbook! Order online at Order Yearbooks | Lifetouch Yearbooks (yearbook ID code is 3271924). Cost is $16.75/book. Order deadline is April 19, with yearbooks delivered towards the end of the school year. Order now so you don’t miss out!

PSI Family Pizza and Movie Night: New Time

Bring the whole family and come join us for a free pizza dinner and showing of Encanto on April 25th. We’ll be watching Encanto in Spanish with English subtitles. The pizza dinner will be in the middle school cafeteria from 5:30-6:00, and the movie will start in the middle school auditorium at 6:15. 

Staff Appreciation

Let's say a big "thank you" to the staff at Park Spanish Immersion Elementary School by participating in Staff Appreciation Week! Staff Appreciation Week will be held May 6-10. We plan on showering the staff with special treats, meals, and small gifts throughout the whole week.  Donations for food items are requested here in this Sign Up Genius link.

Please make note of the date and time your donation is needed. There are 75 staff members in the building to treat each day.

Thanks everyone for thinking of our wonderful PSI staff! 

For any questions, please reach out to one of the parent organizers:

Katie (katienewton_2@hotmail.com), 

Melissa (melhoag@yahoo.com),

Molly (mollycarpenter76@gmail.com),  

Beth (ekalpin@gmail.com), and 

Annalise (saza0009@gmail.com)

PSI Carnaval is coming on May 18th!

Make sure to mark your calendars for the PSI Carnaval! This year it will be on May 18th from 12-2:30. This is a wonderful event for the whole school community and will include bouncy houses, games, DJ, crafts and food trucks! Free for everyone to come and play! 

Celebration of Learning Volunteers

Do you have a 5th grader?  Can you help plan the 5th grade celebration of learning party?  If so, reach out to psivolunteers@gmail.com.  Thank you!

Application to Host Now Open!  Amity Intern - Fall of 2024

Each year PSI welcomes eight Amity Interns from Spanish speaking countries who assist our teachers in the K-5 classrooms. Amity interns live with PSI host families one semester allowing both an opportunity for greater language learning and cultural exchange. Please consider hosting an Amity Intern for a semester! We need fall host families for our wonderful incoming interns next year. This is a unique and wonderful experience that can benefit your entire family. Plus, it's a great way to give back to the students, staff and entire community. Want more info? Please check out the FAQs or email us at psiamity@gmail.com.

Ready to sign up?  Email us at psiamity@gmail.com or fill out this application and we’ll reach out to you!