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December 12th, 2024

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

Gratitude and Thanks to all of you!

I want to express my deep appreciation and gratitude to all of you for your care, encouragement and support of our amazing school team. The school team works tirelessly each and every day to be ready and to support our scholars. Each of our scholars comes with brilliance and beauty, and we will continue to teach them, challenge them and care for them. They are our learners and your loved ones. This school year our school team continues to be dedicated to the success and care of our scholars, even with the many challenges they are facing and experiencing.



I am honored and proud of each of them and your children!

We thank you all for your wonderful support and partnership of the Susan Lindgren community, and its 476 amazing students and outstanding school team!


Your Partner in Learning,

Clarence Pollock

Proud Principal

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

Next Week! Remind your children to join in the fun!

Spirit Week December 16 - 20 at Susan Lindgren!


  • Monday, December 16th - Sports Day


  • Tuesday, December 17th - Create the Rainbow Day - all grade levels will wear a different color and together we will create a rainbow!
  • Kindergarten - RED1st Grade - ORANGE, 2nd Grade - YELLOW, 3rd Grade - Green, 4th Grade - BLUE5th Grade - PURPLE


  • Wednesday, December 18th- Backwards Day - wear your clothes backwards 


  • Thursday December 19th- Dress Up as Your Favorite Book Character 


  • Friday, December 20th- Comfy Clothes Day - wear your most comfy

clothes


  • Wednesday, December 18th - Parkway Pizza Family Dine Out Fundraiser


  • Thursday, December 19th - Book Swap for all students 8:00-10:30 AM


  • No School - December 23 - January 3 ~ Winter Break


  • School Resumes - Monday, January 6


  • No School - Monday, January 20


  • No School - Friday, January 24

Lost and Found is Full!



Families, please have your child/children check the lost and found located right outside of the cafeteria. We have a number of items that need to find their home again!


Items will be donated over Winter Break

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

PTO (Parent Teacher Organization)

As the holiday season approaches, we want to take a moment to express our heartfelt gratitude to the incredible staff who make our school a special place every day. Each of them plays an essential role in creating a positive and nurturing environment for our students, and we would like to show our appreciation. 

  • To our Teachers - Thank you for your dedication, creativity and hard work in shaping young minds. You inspire and guide our students every day.


  • To our Paraprofessionals - Your support and care make a world of difference, helping students reach their full potential and feel valued in the classroom.


  • To our SpecialistsThank you for your expertise and support in helping our students succeed. Your impact is immeasurable.


  • To our Nurses - Thank you for keeping our students healthy and safe. Your care and attention are a true lifeline to our school community.


  • To our Chefs - Thank you for nourishing our students with healthy, delicious meals. Your hard work ensures they are fueled and ready to learn.


  • To our Custodians- Your tireless efforts keep our school clean, safe, and welcoming. We truly appreciate all you do behind the scenes.


  • To all others whose support goes beyond academics, helping students and families navigate challenges with empathy and care. We are grateful for your unwavering dedication of our amazing community of learners.


Holiday Gifts for Staff

This holiday season, let's all take a moment to acknowledge and thank these wonderful individuals for their dedication and service. Families are invited to contribute to holiday gifts for all Susan Lindgren staff! This is an optional opportunity- we know families show their appreciation in many ways throughout the year. This is a wonderful opportunity to give thanks to all the caring adults who support our students every day. The PTO will take the total amount donated by families and divide it equally among all the staff to purchase Target gift cards.

All contributions are confidential. Please consider contributing by Monday, December 16th to ensure all gifts are delivered before winter break!

Donate HERE with Cheddar Up!


Family Bulletin Board by Front Doors

We are looking for a creative student and their family to design and put up for the month of January! It could be a fun activity over winter break! Please email Clarence or Jane at pollock.clarence@slpschools.org and watts.jane@slpschools.org.


We are also looking for volunteers for February, March, April and May/June.

Thank you!

January Letter Day Calendar

Click Here for the January Letter Day Calendar

January Breakfast and Lunch Menus

Coming Soon!

Susan Lindgren Community Highlights!

Family Engineering Night

A fun learning night for all!


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

Families!

Do you have children’s books at home that just don’t fit your child any more? Susan Lindgren is having a book swap to help get just right books in the hands of every student! Please donate your gently used books to school between December 2-13. Then on December 19, all students will be invited to choose 2 new (to them) books just in time for cozy reading over winter break. Thank you!

Winter 2025 Youth Enrichment Programs

Questions? Contact Kelleen at obrion.kelleen@slpschools.org or 952-928-6399


Art Memes Drawing Class

Unleash your child's inner comic with Young Rembrandts' cartoon drawing classes! Watch them master the art of exaggeration and facial expressions in our "Cold Faces" and "Dad Expressions" lessons. 

Fridays, Jan. 17-Mar. 7 (No Class Jan. 24 and Feb. 14)

2:15-3:45 p.m.

Grades K-5

$140


Scent-sational Art with Kidcreate Studio

Come for the pretty pineapple printmaking, but stay for the sweet citrus scent! In this class, we'll draw, paint, sculpt, and more, but we'll do it all with a very special twist—these SCENT-SATIONAL works of art all smell as sweet as they look!

Wednesdays, Mar. 5-26

2:15-3:15 p.m.

Grades K-5

$99


Theatre: Lady Pancake and Sir French Toast

Join Graceful Monsters ETC for a yummy adventure as we act our way over Potato Mash mountain, through Broccoli Forest and across an ocean of soup, all to get to the maple syrup in the back of the fridge! 

Wednesdays, Jan. 22-Feb. 26

2:15-3:15 p.m.

Grades K-2

$125


Grandmasters of Chess

Each class students are taught different chess concepts and coached to implement those concepts into their chess games.

Mondays, Jan. 27-Mar. 24 (No Class Feb. 17)

2:15-3:15 p.m.

Grades K-5

$145


YEP Easy Science Club

Discover the wonders of science by joining Easy Science Club! This hands-on club introduces young learners to simple, fun experiments and activities that spark curiosity and excitement about the world around them.

Thursdays, Jan. 30-Mar. 20

2:15-3:30 p.m.

Grades K-2

Sliding Scale: $59/$29/$39/$49 (All price points offer the same experience and we ask you to pay the price your family is able to.)


YEP Lego Club

YEP Lego Club is for students in Grades K-3 who love spending their time building Lego creations. We will have weekly challenges to inspire students! 

Tuesdays, Jan. 28-Mar. 18

2:15-3:30 p.m.

Sliding Scale: $29/$39/$49/$59 (All price points offer the same experience and we ask you to pay the price your family is able to.)

SLP District News and Updates

Winter Season is here! 

Discover fun and inspiring classes, workshops, and experiences for the whole family in our Community Education Winter Catalog! Exciting opportunities for all ages await—physical copies will be mailed to SLP residents in mid-December.