January 23rd, 2025

Collectively, we nurture and inspire all learners to thrive socially, emotionally and academically in an equitable and inclusive community. - SL School Mission

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

We are your Partners!

Mr. Clarence Pollock ~

Proud Principal

Mr. Arsenio Richardson ~

Elementary Support Supervisor

No School Tomorrow Friday, January 24th

Semester 1 Grading Day

Paraprofessional Week is Jan. 20-26, 2025

January 20-26 is Paraprofessional Week, as proclaimed by Governor Tim Walz, and St. Louis Park Public Schools proudly recognizes the incredible contributions of our paraprofessionals.

Thank you for your dedication, care, and unwavering support for our students and staff. You are essential to creating a brilliant learning environment!

Thank you to Abbie, Aimee, Angela, Brenda, Mr. B., Dallas, Dan, Ellie, Emma, Karita, Kristie, Krystal, Jennifer, John, Lisa J., Meghan, Michelle G., Modette and Sarah!

These wonderful team members are amazing humans that support, care and teach each and every day. We appreciate all that this team does on a daily basis! WE are lucky to work with all of you!

Thank you very much!

Mr. Pollock and the entire SL Team

Hello Families,

As a part of our mission at Susan Lindgren and SLP schools. We would love for families to fill out this google form. The form is to gain information about all our families and how they want to be recognized. As family connections are a month away you may see this again. Look forward to see all the responses and learning even more.

Thanks,

Arsenio

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1QOuzCJ8CfE_WU88tgmrIb6NdIv65Rnr7dXzahzYd2Yc/edit

February Family Connections (Previously called Parent/Teacher Conferences)

Sign Ups will be sent out on Monday, January 27th in a special edition of the Susan Lindgren Communicator, as well as on our school website for your convenience. First Semester Report Cards will be sent home with students in sealed envelopes in backpacks on Friday, January 31.

We could not do the wonderful things we do at our school without all of you and your never-ending support. We are a village and family for all of our 486 learners!

Your Proud Partners in Learning,

Clarence Pollock

Principal

Arsenio Richardson

Elementary Support Supervisor

Susan Lindgren School Community requests no Valentine's

Store Bought or Handmade Valentine's.

On Valentine's Day this year there will be no school for students and we will be having Family Connections. As in past years, our school community does not exchange cards or have classroom celebrations . Please do not purchase or make cards for your child to pass out at school to their classmates. We know that each family may have their own traditions connected to this day at home, but at school we do not. As always, we value friendships and caring for each other every day. Thank you for your support and cooperation.

Clarence Pollock, Susan Lindgren Principal

952-928-6699 ~ pollock.clarence@slpschools.org

Arsenio Richardson, Susan Lindgren Elementary Support Supervisor

952-928-6660 ~ richardson.arsenio@slpschools.org

Jane Watts, Susan Lindgren Administrative Assistant to the Principal

952-928-6698 ~ watts.jane@slpschools.org

TONIGHT Thursday, January 23 - Festival of Nations 6:00-8:00 PM (GYM)

No School - Friday, January 24 First Semester Grading Day

Tuesday, January 28 - PTO Meeting from 6:15 - 8:00 PM (Media Center)

Friday, January 31 - Report Cards are sent home is sealed envelopes via student backpacks

2024-25 District Family Calendar -At-A-Glance

Students will always go outside unless the regular temperature is below 0 degrees or the windchill temperature is -10 degrees or below. We will watch the temperature to keep our students safe.

We are always in need of gently used or new winter gear, especially waterproof mittens/gloves.

If you are in need of winter gear, please contact our Social Worker Michelle Bryant at bryant.michelle@slpschools.org

January & February Letter Day Calendars

Click Here for the January Letter Day Calendar

Click Here for the February Letter Day Calendar

January & February Breakfast and Lunch Menus

CLICK HERE ~ January Breakfast Menu

CLICK HERE ~ February Breakfast Menu

CLICK HERE ~ January Lunch Menu

CLICK HERE ~ February Lunch Menu

Susan Lindgren Community Highlights!

We have been working on Teamwork and Cooperative Activities in P.E. Classes!

Jennifer Vaillancourt, Literacy JEDI ~ Justice, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

“Reading is the gateway for children that makes all other learning possible.” – Barack Obama

PTO (Parent Teacher Organization)

Join us for the next PTO Meeting on January 28th from 6:15 - 8 pm in the media center.

Agenda items include:
A conversation with Student Support Supervisor Arsenio Richardson. This will be a great opportunity to learn about big behaviors at school and ask any questions you may have.
Principal Pollock's update which will include an update on the CIP - Continuous Improvement Plan.
General PTO updates on upcoming events, fundraising and budget.
Childcare with pizza will be available in the cafeteria.

Silent Auction The annual Silent Auction is coming up March 16-23! The committee has started collecting items. Do you have a great item, talent, job, etc, that could turn into a great auction item? Let us know about it! Do you have time to reach out to a few local businesses to ask for donations? We'd love to have you on the committee! Email fundraising co-chair Beth Hamilton, bethkhamilton@gmail.com for more information.

Click here to tell the committee about your item(s) to donate. Someone will reach out to you to follow up for more information

Donate an auction or giveaway item to Susan Lindgren Elementary

sle.betterworld.org

Spotlight Kids Amazon Wishlist for Lion King Jr

The Spotlight Kids have been busy practicing their lines and creating sets but will need your support to make the play a success! Check out the Amazon wishlist of needs (hint hint cardboard scissors are a critical ask at the moment).

Spotlight Kids Lion King Amazon Wishlist

SLP District News and Updates

MinnesotaCare: Free or Lower Cost Health Insurance

Everyone living in Minnesota deserves the peace of mind that comes with health insurance. All are welcome to apply for free or lower cost coverage with MinnesotaCare regardless of immigration status.

Applications are accepted 24/7/365. There is no deadline to apply, and no limit on the number of people who enroll.

Learn more at mn.gov/dhs/MinnesotaCare.

Strategic Plan Community Survey Reminder and Upcoming Event

We are moving forward with our strategic planning and are warmly inviting families and community members to share their feedback by taking the survey. Their input is a crucial part of the process because we want to ensure that every family's voice is heard and valued.

We are also inviting community members and families to participate in the upcoming in-person community engagement session on Monday, January 27 from 5-7 p.m. at the District Office (6300 Walker Street). There will be another session specifically for teachers with students in the district at a later date.

Free Upcoming Family Events

School’s out, but we’re open! Join our Community Education team on Friday, January 24 at the Lenox Community Center for TWO free family friendly events that are sure to add some sparkle to your day. Kick off the noon hour with our second Book Giveaway & Cocoa Bash from 12-4pm because who doesn’t love free books and hot cocoa? Then, grab a seat for a special screening of Coco - it’s like a movie fiesta for your soul! Both events are free, but space for the movie is limited, so be sure to register at https://slpcommunityed.com. Let’s make it a Friday to remember!

Discover What 6th Grade at SLP Has to Offer! Online Info Night on January 30

Discover what's in store for your 6th grader! Join us on January 30 from 6:30-7:30 p.m. for our virtual 6th Grade Information Night. Meet the principal, interact with teachers, and explore the 6th-grade curriculum.

Don't miss this chance to get a comprehensive overview of the upcoming academic year. Find out more at ms.slpschools.org/incoming-6th-grade-families. We look forward to seeing you!"