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STUDENT WORKS TOWARDS SCHOOL REFORM
St. Louis Park High School Junior, Jaiden Leary, works with the Center for School Change on policy that impacts schools. To read more click on the article link.
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YOUTH IN GOVERNMENT CONFERENCE
Congratulations to the student delegates who participated in the 2024 Youth in Government Conference from January 4th-January 7th.
Youth in Government is a program where high school students get to serve as legislators, judges, attorneys, lobbyists, representatives, and other government officials in a mock government. They hold meetings throughout the fall to prepare for the four day student-run YIG Conference, which takes place at the Minnesota State Capitol and the Hilton Hotel in Minneapolis!
Leaders Alex Hoag, Cayden Kuss, Sarah Peterson, Erik Lindell, Saul Zis, and advisor Emma Engebretson organized the second year of Youth in Government at SLPHS. Our delegation grew from 24 to 46 students from last year! Please congratulate the students who participated in our second year of being a delegation!
Interested in supporting our delegation? Click the link to donate: https://slpschools.epaytrak.com/MUN-FUND-DONATION-P2278C370.aspx
|  | Members (not in order of photo): Tina Benyam, Abi Oppegaard, Adele Cormier, Alex Hoag, Amara Moore, Anisa Kahin, Arun Ferran-Sapatnekar, Audrey Mancini, Audrey Tuite, Brenda Martinez Herrera, Bruno Toren. Cayden Kuss, Dalia Falck, Erik Lindell, Estella Hughes, Evie Bot, Gregor Tobias, Griffin Szczepek, Hannah Levitt, Ingrid Kotnik, Iris Flink, Jake Ignatowicz, Jaiden Marks, , James Dwyer, Janet Kromah, Jude Sadovsky, Juliana Mayer, Khairiya Sharif, Maximo Dean, Meyer Zis, Miles Johnson, Muaad Abdi, Muna Said, Paige Descarpentrie, Ruby Viot, Sabirin Hersi , Sarah Kluckholn, Sarah Peterson, Saul Zis, Sydney McGary-Walters, Sylvia Tolzin , Tess Machalek, Tripp Danicic, Zabriin Mahamed, Zahur Mohamed, Zuhur Mohamed Advisors: Emma Engebretson (Chaperone), Alonzo Parks (Chaperone), Julia Germain (Chaperone) | | | |
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FAFSA IS OPEN
Soft Launch - Prepare with 2024-2025 FAFSA Checklist
Complete the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) at https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa to apply for federal, state and college-based financial aid. Dependent students must include both student and parent data on the FAFSA. Current seniors (Class of 2024) will complete the 2024-25 FAFSA Application.
What is a Soft Launch?
As the soft launch of 2024-25 FAFSA® form is underway, the form is available for short periods of time to ensure a better experience for students and families. We will not share information submitted during this soft launch period with schools, states and scholarship organizations until the end of the month.
Applicants will have ample time to fill out the 2024-25 FAFSA and should not rush to complete the form immediately.
If you visit the site during a planned pause, check back later to access the form. Visit StudentAid.gov/announcements-events/fafsa-support for more information on what to expect during the soft launch.
Prepare with 2024-2025 FAFSA Checklist
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Up to $16,000 over four years in financial aid |
Application open
Nov 1, 2023 to Feb 1, 2024
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Page Grant - Renewable Scholarship https://www.page-ed.org/ | |
ARE YOU ELIGIBLE TO APPLY FOR A PAGE GRANT?
- A student of color and/or American Indian
- A Minnesota high school graduate
- Be enrolled full-time at a Minnesota post-secondary educational institution
- Willing to complete a minimum of 50 hours of volunteer service with K-8 th grade students
IMPORTANT DETAILS
- No GPA requirement
- Non-U.S. citizens are encouraged to apply
WHAT IS A PAGE GRANT?
- Scholarships ranging from $2,500-$3,500 per year
- Helps you pay for a certificate, 2-year, or 4-year program
- Annually renewable
- Must apply by April 1, 2024
Page Grant Timeline
or
https://www.page-ed.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Page-Grant-Suggested-Timeline-2.pdf
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Contact Information:
Kelleen O’Brion
Youth Enrichment Coordinator
obrion.kelleen@slpschools.org or 952-928-6399
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Webinar: Financial Language for College Applications and Scholarships |
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Webinar: Affordable, Accessible, and Applicable:
General Transfer Programs and Certificates
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THANK YOU!
A huge thank you to the Westwood Lutheran Church Holiday Fair Grant Distribution Committee for sharing funds for the support staff to use for student needs through our Random Acts of Kindness fund. These funds are used to help students in need with various necessities.
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Alison Tsuchiya Theiler
Media Center Specialist
tsuchiya.alison@slpschools.org
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TEEN ADVISORY GROUP
Ridgedale Library is seeking motivated dedicated teens in grades 9-12 for the opportunity to influence library decisions, get involved in the community, and be part of a team.
Application Deadline: Sunday, Jan.21
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Have any questions?
Contact Emma Engebretson
engebretson.emma@slpschools.org
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On Friday, January 12th, our fourth month of Friday Flowers will be happening at the high school. Friday Flowers is an exciting way to celebrate the school year and bring joy to our SLP community! Buy a flower for a friend, staff, family or a special someone to show your appreciation and care for them! You can include a note or keep it anonymous! Flower prices range from $2-$10. | | | |
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.
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PEAC MEETING
Attend tonight’s virtual PEAC meeting (7:00 to 8:00 p.m. via Zoom),which will provide you with important updates on semester one finals, school year 2024/2025 course registration and the implications of testing opt-outs (session led by Dr. Silvy Lafayette).
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DONATE GIFT CARDS TO SUNSHINE PLANNING SQUAD | |
The high school’s Sunshine Planning Squad plans fun activities that build wellness with staff. Please consider donating one of the needed 25 $5-$15 gift cards that will be shared with staff in upcoming activities. Please address your donation to the Sunshine Planning Squad or Dan Philippe and drop it off at the office.
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Treats for staff needed for Jan. 23 and Feb. 6 Please continue to show our staff how much you care by signing up to donate treats for staff. | | |
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PICKLEBALL FUNDRAISER
Play pickleball and support the senior party fundraising efforts!
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If you are interested in being part of the PEAC, we’d love to have you join the team. Please send us a note at slphsPEAC@gmail.com.
We’re looking forward to hearing from you!!
PEAC - Parent Engagement Advisory Committee
Roni Falck, Julie Yakes - Co-Chairs
Ben Schein - Treasurer
Jen Beach - Communications
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GET INVOLVED WITH THE SUPERINTENDENT SELECTION PROCESS
We’ve mailed a magnet postcard to SLP families with a QR code. We invite families to stay informed with real-time updates about the superintendent search. Right now, families can take an anonymous survey to help the school board understand the qualities you want in a superintendent. Please complete the survey by Jan. 18.
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Join our team as a Special Education Paraprofessional! | Looking for a way to support your community and make a difference in your child's school district? St. Louis Park Schools has Special Education Paraprofessional opportunities available. Paraprofessionals provide support to students with a wide variety of disabilities. No evenings or weekends. Similar work calendar as your child's school calendar. Summers off, with optional employment opportunities if you should desire to work. For job openings, navigate to the St Louis Park Schools Human Resources page. | | |
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Is your family in need of books?
Do your children need books? The new non-profit A Book of My Own, that originated right here in St. Louis Park, aims to increase book ownership across the state. You tell us your child's age and interests and we'll send high-quality, age-appropriate, diverse books directly to your door that they can read, share, and love for many years to come. Please only request books if you are truly in need and unable to purchase them on your own. We serve all ages, infants through 18.
Visit bookofmyown.com to learn more and request books today!
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In the Loop SLP Construction Update
View updates from Knutson Construction and St. Louis Park Public Schools about construction projects in the school district. December highlights include project milestones and progress for the High School, Middle School and Data Center.
Fun Fact: December 2023 is looking to be one of the warmest Decembers in 150 years! The average temperature at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport so far this month
is 33.5 degrees. The warmest December on record was 33.8 degrees in 1877 (MPR). Great weather for outdoor construction activities! But not so much for snow lovers...
View the construction updates webpage.
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6425 West 33rd St. | St. Louis Park, MN 55426
Phone: 952-928-6100 | Fax: 952-928-6113
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