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Quarter 2 brings several special events that showcase our students’ creativity and talent, including our upcoming musical production of The Wizard of Oz and the Orchestra POPS Concert. We’re also looking forward to our Family Engagement Night: Curriculum Carnival and Latino Family Engagement Night—wonderful opportunities to connect, support one another, and strengthen our school community. We hope you can join us for these meaningful occasions.
With shorter days and colder weather setting in, it’s a good time to prioritize both physical and mental wellness. Exercise, staying hydrated, and getting plenty of rest all support students’ energy and focus during the school day. A little self-care—whether through a favorite hobby, spending time with loved ones, or enjoying a quiet moment—can go a long way in helping feel recharged and ready to learn. Here’s to a successful and rewarding season for all.
Take care, be well, and GO PARK!
LaNisha Paddock
Principal
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Family Engagement Night:
November 21, 2024 / 4:30-7:30pm
Talk with staff, see the newly constructed spaces, and see what your child is learning in their classes!
- Please Park in front of the school in the bus corral and enter through Door #1.
- All staff will be conveniently located in the cafeteria.
- The STORiole will be open and selling SLP merchandise from their new store.
- Food from Mexico City Cafe will be available for purchase.
- The Link, our newly constructed common area, will also be open.
- Media Center staff can help caregivers with PowerSchool and Schoology!
- Students and siblings are welcome to attend!
- Spanish and Somali interpreters will be available
- Stay for opening night of The Wizard of Oz at 7pm!
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PARK PRIDE EXPECTATION AND AGREEMENT REMINDERS | |
At SLPHS, we’re dedicated to fostering a positive school climate through our Park PRIDE approach. By consistently reteaching and reviewing our school-wide expectations and agreements, we ensure a respectful, supportive, and safe environment where all students can thrive. | |
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Personal Electronic / Cell Phone & 1:1 Device Policy
We recognize that cell phones have become an essential part of daily life, offering convenience and connection in many ways. However, within the school environment, cell phones can often become a distraction that disrupts learning. To promote an environment that is focused, safe, and conducive to learning, we have a clear policy in place regarding the use of personal electronic devices on school property.
SLPHS Students may possess or use personal electronic devices on school property, on school buses, or at school-sponsored events according to the following guidelines:
- Cell phones/electronic devices/earbuds may be used:
- Before school until the beginning of the school day at 8:25 a.m.
- During a student’s passing time
- During a student’s assigned lunch period
- After school, beginning at 3:15 p.m.
- Personal electronics should be put away during instructional time. During class time electronics should be kept in your backpack, purse, or pocket and completely silenced.
- Students whose electronics are seen or heard during instructional time may have their devices confiscated.
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All classrooms are equipped with landlines for any emergency needs, so students do not need their cell phones during instructional hours. This policy is essential to maintaining an environment that supports everyone’s learning and well-being.
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Food and drink must remain in the designated cafeteria area. Food and/or drink outside of these designated areas will be confiscated. Please help keep our hallways and learning spaces clean and pest free. | |
HALLWAY RESETS ARE COMING... | |
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Students are expected to be in class or in their assigned space on time, everyday. Students are considered tardy if they arrive after the scheduled passing time bell. Students must have a pass to class to excuse any tardy after the passing time bell, otherwise the tardy is unexcused and subject to classroom interventions. Arriving late by more than 10 minutes without a pass is considered a partial absence, and counts as an unexcused absence.
To support students in getting to class on time, we will be implementing hallway resets beginning next week. During a hallway reset, any student still in the hallway after the passing bell will be noted by staff and escorted to class. An administrator or ASC team member will reach out to the student’s parent or guardian by email. Excessive tardies could lead to students being placed on the no pass list for a period time. Thank you for your support in helping us create a focused and productive learning environment for all students.
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PARENT DROP-OFF/PICK-UP EXPECTATIONS | |
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Parent pick-up and drop-off will start at the intersection of Dakota and 33rd and end at the intersection of 33rd and Edgewood. Students are to enter through Door 1 and Door 15.
When students are dropped off after 8:25am or picked up early from school, please always use Door 1 and make sure students are signed in and out of the Front Office. Please see parent pick-up and drop-off map for more detailed directions.
*As a friendly reminder, please do not move any signs, cones, or sandwich boards that are placed in or around the parking lot. This creates an unsafe situation for our students and families.
Thank you for your support and understanding.
SLP High School Administration
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NOCHE DE PARTICIPACIÓN FAMILIAR LATINA | |
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Información de Preparación Profecional y Universitaria: Cómo hacer realidad los planes post secundarios
En colaboración con Urban Ventures, St. Louis Park High School, organizará una Noche de participación familiar latina: Guía de pasos a seguir para hacer realidad los planes post secundarios.
Este evento se llevará a cabo el martes 19 de noviembre de 5:30 a 6:30 p.m. en el salón A201A y será en español.
In collaboration with Urban Ventures, the high school will be hosting a Latino Family Engagement Night - Career and College Readiness: Making Post-Secondary Plans a Reality.
This event will take place on Tuesday, Nov. 19 from 5:30-6:30 pm in room A201A and will be in Spanish.
If you have any questions, please contact the ML Team for more information.
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CAREER AND COLLEGE CENTER | |
Career Fair
Are you interested in learning more about what life looks like after you graduate from high school? Check out the Career Fair to get a start on making decisions about your future!
Employers, trade schools, and other organizations will be on hand to provide information about various professions, job requirements, internships, and post-secondary education options.
Thursday, November 21, 2024
See you outside the auditorium during all 3 lunches!
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Dunwoody College of Technology P2C
(Pathways to Careers)
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P2C Chapter One (P2C-Y) program is focused on preparing underserved and under-represented high school juniors and seniors for college success, immediate jobs, and great careers! Dunwoody works with community organizations and industry partners to identify and build relationships using mentors, hands-on activities and academic support.
Who: Open to current high school juniors and seniors interested in a technical career
When: June 9- June 27, 2025
Time: Monday-Friday | 9am-3:30pm
Place: Dunwoody College of Technology
818 Dunwoody Blvd, Minneapolis, MN 55403
Cost: FREE! (Attendees must apply and be admitted into the program)
Application Deadline: April 15, 2025
Contact: Augustine Kietzer, Program Director
akietzer@dunwoody.edu
612.381.8160
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Wallin Scholarship
More than a scholarship, Wallin Education Partners is a proven college completion program that includes financial aid and comprehensive support to ensure graduation.
To be eligible:
*Graduating Senior (Class of 2025)
*Minimum 3.0 GPA (unweighted)
*Demonstrated financial need
*Must attend an accredited, 4-year, public or private (not-for-profit) institution in Iowa, Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota, Wisconsin, or any Historically Black College or University (HBCU) in the nation.
Application open:
November 1, 2024- January 31, 2025
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Talent Garden Youth Summit
Are you 12-18 years old, and curious about health care careers and want to learn more?
Or are you already serious about becoming a doctor, dentist, nurse or physician assistant?
Talent Garden Youth Summits are for you!
The Hennepin Healthcare Talent Garden is designed to show young people of color that the best careers in healthcare are within reach. .
| | | Join us at Latine Youth with Stethoscopes on November 23, 2024 | |  | Black Youth with Stethoscopes on February 22, 2025 | | | |
American Indian Youth with Stethoscopes on April 12, 2025
| | | Watch for Asian Youth with Stethoscopes, in the fall of the 2025-26 school year | | |
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Change to Chill
With school, sports, and activities in full swing, it's common for students to experience stress. You may feel like you are being pulled in many different directions to perform at your best. Recognizing symptoms of stress may help identify the things in your life that are causing them. Visit changetochill.org to identify symptoms of stress, find balance and connect with resources to manage stress. Life Balance - Change 2 Chill (changetochill.org)
Barb Nelson
Counselor & Natural Helpers Advisor
nelson.barbara@slpschools.org
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- Spend your summer in Europe, Asia, Latin America, Africa, Australia
- 3-4 weeks in June or July
- 30+ Topic Programs: Engineering, robotics, art, creative writing, theater, biology, marketing, entrepreneurship, culinary arts, social justice, diplomacy and peace, fashion design and more!
Interested?
Join CIEE for Q&A during lunch on Wednesday, November 20
Virtual Info Session For Families
Sunday, November 24th @ 5:00 pm.
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For questions or more information, contact Coach Carl Sorenson at sorenson.carl@slpschools.org. | |
Varsity SLP eSports!
Do you know a student at St. Louis Park who has a passion for video games?
eSports offers ways to play competitively against other schools across the state. SLP eSports offers games like Super Smash Bros, Minecraft Bedwars, League of Legends, Fortnite, Valorant, Rocket League, Mario Kart, Chess, and more!
We offer resources to help turn a student's passion for gaming into college scholarships, and even internships. Want to jump start a career in social media management? Join our social media team!
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St. Louis Park High School Theatre Presents
The Wizard of Oz
November 14-16 and 21-23
Based on the stories of L. Frank Baum, the musical portrays Dorothy’s journey over the rainbow and through the land of Oz to discover that, truly, there’s no place like home. This version, adapted by the Royal Shakespeare Company, features the original music from the 1939 film.
Performances are November 14, 15, 21, and 22 at 7:00 pm and November 16 and 23 at 2:00 pm. All performances will be held in the St. Louis Park High School Auditorium. Tickets are $10 for adults, $7 for students and senior citizens, and free with student ID for all SLPHS students.
Purchase tickets at https://gopark.hometownticketing.com
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Our special “Donuts With Dorothy” performance will be on Saturday, November 23, at 11:00 am. We will present an abbreviated version of the play, followed by snacks with the cast and crew in the new High School cafeteria. Additional activities include face painting, behind-the-scenes demonstrations, and photo opportunities. This event is suitable for ages 2-12. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Tickets are limited, so buy yours now.
For more information, please contact Jodi Schifsky at schifsky.jodi@slpschools.org.
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Have extra pens, pencils, notebooks, or folders hanging around in a drawer? Please consider donating them to the Media Center! We are always in need of these items for student use.
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Caretakers, need to set up your account for PowerSchool or Schoology? Or don’t remember your password? Please follow this link for directions. | |
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Alison Tsuchiya Theiler
Library Media Specialist
tsuchiya.alison@slpschools.org
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PARENT ENGAGEMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE (PEAC) | |
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Our Parent Engagement Advisory Committee (PEAC) Mission:
We partner to create a collaborative and inclusive learning environment for students, families and educators that fosters and embraces the brilliance of the St. Louis Park community.
| Parents and Caregivers, if you are looking for other ways to give back, be sure to check out how you can help the high school community below. If you have questions, want to support one of our initiatives or would like to join the PEAC team, please send a note to slphsPEAC@gmail.com | | | |
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Calling all parents!
The Career Advisory Board is hosting a career fair for students on Thursday, Nov. 21 over the three lunch periods. (12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.) Students will have the opportunity to interact with community members and parents across various careers.
At our high school career fair, students can:
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Explore different careers: They learn about various industries and roles that might interest them.
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Network: They can connect with professionals from different fields and ask questions about day-to-day responsibilities, required skills, and career growth.
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Learn about internships or part-time jobs: Some employers might offer opportunities for students to gain experience while still in school.
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Receive career advice: Representatives can provide insights on how to prepare for certain careers, including educational requirements and skills.
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Discover post-secondary options: Colleges and technical schools often participate to present educational programs that lead to specific careers.
If you would like to host a table to represent your career or organization and engage with students, please reach out to Peggy Weller at peggy.l.weller@gmail.com.
A second career fair will be hosted in the spring that focuses on summer employment opportunities.
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SHOW YOUR SUPPORT FOR THE CLASS OF 2025!
Place your order today for sweatshirts, t-shirts and yard signs. Our goal is a FREE graduation party for the Class of 2025. You can purchase these items or make a donation directly on our website.
**Order by November 25 and receive your items just in time for the holidays!**
Thank you for your support!
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Looking forward to a wonderful year of learning and fun! Fill out this form to get emails directly as needs/opportunities arise. | | | |
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PEAC - Parent Engagement Advisory Committee
Roni Falck, Julie Yakes - Co-Chairs
Ben Schein - Treasurer
Jen Beach - Communications
Anna Mulfinger – Committee support
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STEP TOY DRIVE
In December, STEP provides new toys and Target gift cards to St. Louis Park Children. Registration for this program is November 18-December 9.
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