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Collectively, we nurture and inspire all learners to thrive socially, emotionally and academically in an equitable and inclusive community. - SL School Mission
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St. Louis Park Public Schools sees, inspires, and empowers each learner to live their brilliance in an environment that centers student voice and experience to create racially equitable learning that energizes and enhances the spirit of our community. - SLP School District Mission
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Mr. Clarence Pollock ~
Proud Principal
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Mr. Arsenio Richardson ~
Elementary Support Supervisor
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Greetings Susan Lindgren School Community,
Spring is finally here, and with it many exciting opportunities to gather and celebrate our learners and community. As you look over our calendar below and consider which opportunities might work with your schedule, you will see that Susan Lindgren's fifth grade class is preparing for Exhibition.
The International Baccalaureate Exhibition is a significant event in the Primary Years Programme (PYP). Exhibition represents a culminating experience for students in their fifth grade year of the PYP. It is an opportunity for students to demonstrate their learning and understanding of the PYP framework, which emphasizes inquiry-based learning, transdisciplinary themes, and the development of key skills and attitudes.
As each student's inquiry-based project benefits from support and primary resources, Exhibition is also an opportunity for community members to partner with our fifth graders. If you are interested in volunteering to support our fifth grade students with their Exhibition research and project completion, please reach out to Kara Bancroft , Carmen Baysinger and Cindy Blumer (SL fifth grade teachers) to learn more.
We look forward to seeing you here at Susan Lindgren!
Clarence and Arsenio
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State MCA Testing for all Students in Grades 3-5
The tests are completed on-line via the Chrome Book Computers in classrooms.
- MCA Science Testing (Grade 5 ONLY) ~ April 29-30
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April is Autism Acceptance Month
Autism looks different for everyone, and each person with autism has a distinct set of strengths and challenges. Some autistic people can speak, while others are nonverbal or minimally verbal and communicate in other ways. Some have intellectual disabilities, while some do not.
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- 6:15-8:00 PM - Tuesday, April 29th ~ PTO Meeting (Media Center)
- May 5th- 9th ~ Staff Appreciation Week
- Wednesday, May 21st ~ Fifth Grade All District Track Meet (HS Track)
- 6:00-7:30 PM - Wednesday, May 21st ~ Imagination Fair at the ROC
- 6:00-7:30 PM - Thursday, May 22nd ~ Fifth Grade IB Exhibition & Celebration of Learning Event
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No School ~ Memorial Day
- Friday, June 6th ~ June Jamboree
- Friday, June 6th Last Day of School for Students
2024-25 District Family Calendar-At-A-Glance
| | Kindergarten Spring Concert! | | |
** Please notify the school of changes to your child's end of day going home plans by no later than 1:00pm **
Thank you for your cooperation and understanding!
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Schoolyard Garden Update
Spring is here! April showers bring May flowers AND outdoor garden sessions. They start next week on April 30. Our first week's theme is "Soils" and to go along with our theme, we're having a compost delivery from the Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community Organics Recycling Facility. Our school community participates in the organics collection and because of this, our school will receive a free delivery of compost.
A few weeks ago classes started seeds and we have lots of seedlings growing tall to put into our garden beds over the month of May.
We also planted seeds OUTSIDE with a 5th grade and Kindergarten Buddy classes - which brings me to:
Garden tip of the week: It seems early to plant outside but there are seeds and plants that like the cool weather. We started beets, lettuces, kales, and radishes. These are considered "cool weather" crops and grow best in the early spring and late fall. Plant outside now for harvesting in late May and early June.
Happy planting!
The Garden Team - Patty, Hana, Charlotte, and Sarah
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PTO (Parent Teacher Organization)
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NEXT PTO Meeting is Tuesday, April 29, 2025 6:15 pm
Some agenda items include:
- a time to thank and say goodbye to Mr. Pollock and Mr. Arsenio
- an update on recent and upcoming PTO events
- open PTO board and committee positions
- budget update
- volunteers needed!
Immediately following the PTO meeting will be a Principal Search Listening Session with Superintendent Hines. Please stay and help shape the future of Susan Lindgren! See attached flyers below for information.
There is free childcare and a pizza dinner for kids provided for all meetings.
AND don't forget to watch for information and SAVE THE DATE for the Imagination Fair (formerly known as Student Showcase Fair) coming up on Wednesday, May 21st at the ROC.
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SLP District News and Updates
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Superintendent Dr. Carlondrea Hines Asks Our Students the Big Questions… with the Tiniest Mic
If you haven’t caught Dr. Hines’ tiny mic interviews yet, you’re missing out! 🎤 The series features candid moments and big insights from our students. Recently, Dr. Hines stopped by Junior Achievement, where 4th graders from Peter Hobart and SLP High School students ran a full-on mock city. Then on National Kindergarten Day, she visited Aquila Elementary to chat with our youngest learners.
Let’s just say—when the tiny mic’s out, the good times roll!
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Celebrating Volunteers
April is National Volunteer Month, and we’re so grateful for the amazing volunteers in our district! Volunteers are the heart of our community, making a powerful impact on students, teachers, and everyone they support. Their dedication helps create a lasting, positive change that echoes throughout our district. To celebrate National Volunteer Week (April 20–26), we’re hosting a Volunteer Appreciation Breakfast with delicious food, great company, and special giveaways, just a small thank you for all the work they do!
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Support Kids through the Park Public Schools and Community Foundation
Looking for a way to support kids in St. Louis Park? Please consider a donation to the Park Public Schools & Community Foundation! The PPS&CF is a partnership of school, business, and community that enhances the excellence of our St. Louis Park public schools and youth programs throughout the community. The PPS&CF raises money and makes grants to (1) St. Louis Park public school teachers to fund special projects in pre-K through 12th grade and (2) non-profit organizations serving kids’ vital needs in St. Louis Park. We rely on students’ families and our broader community to fund the exceptional work our grants make possible! Please help us support our schools, community and kids this coming year with a gift today by visiting www.slppscf.org
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4th Annual Water Safety Festival
St. Louis Park Community Education is partnering with the University of Minnesota's Aquatics program to promote this wonderful opportunity! Join us April 27th 2025 at the Jean K Freeman Aquatic Center to learn more about water safety through a day of FREE swim clinics, lessons, performances, activities, and games!
All ages welcome, children ages 12 and under must be accompanied by a guardian.
Sign up for general admissions to the Water Safety Festival for a day of events, performances, and activities here.
If you are interested in transportation, please contact communityedsm@slpschools.org
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