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February 6, 2025

For Attendance please email: hsattendance@slpschools.org

IMPORTANT DATES

PRINCIPAL'S MESSAGE

February is a time of reflection, celebration, and engagement! As we honor Black History Month, we uplift the voices, stories, and achievements of Black leaders, past and present. At St. Louis Park Schools, our mission, vision, and core values center on equity and inclusion, ensuring that each student feels seen, valued, heard, and empowered. This month, we reaffirm our commitment to creating a school community where Black excellence is celebrated and where students learn from the resilience and brilliance of those who have shaped our world.

On February 10, we invite you to participate in National African American Parent Involvement Day, recognizing the essential role of families in education. Your engagement makes a lasting impact, and we look forward to celebrating with you.

We’re also incredibly proud of our theatre students for advancing to state with their one-act play, Kodachrome! Their dedication and creativity exemplify the excellence we strive for every day. Let’s cheer them on as they take the stage!

Finally, a reminder that registration for the 2025-26 school year will be taking place soon. Be sure to review our course offerings and pathways with your student to prepare for another year of growth, learning, and community.

Thank you for being a part of our school family!

Take care, be well, and GO PARK!

LaNisha Paddock

Principal

STUDENT SPOTLIGHT

CONGRATULATIONS!

Congratulations to the Kodachrome cast and crew, who will advance to the MN State One-Act Festival this Friday.

They will perform at St. Catherine’s University, along with the top seven schools from across Minnesota. Performances begin at 9:15; SLP will perform at 1:30. For more information, visit the MSHSL Website.

CLEARING UP THE CONFUSION ABOUT STANDARDIZED TESTING: HOW TESTING BENEFITS STUDENTS

There are a variety of beliefs about standardized tests. Movements across the country have encouraged families to opt out without understanding the impact it has on students and schools. Ultimately, we believe these tests provide vital information on how the district as a whole is or is not providing rigorous instruction for all students.

We encourage SLP families to continue their learning and understanding about standardized tests. To find out more information please visit our website LINK here.

ST. LOUIS PARK TRANSITION RESOURCE FAIR

SCHOOLWIDE UPDATES

Class Registration/ PSEO Letter

January 28, 2025

Dear Parents/Families of current Freshmen, Sophomores, and Juniors:

Course selection for the 2025-2026 school year is fast approaching.

February Registration Timeline:

Course information will be available online https://bit.ly/SLPHSregistration (Updated by early February)

● Week of February 3rd.

○ Information about elective choices presented in Social Studies classes.

○ English, Social Studies, Math & Science teachers will be discussing options for the 2025-26 school year.

● Wednesday, February 12th – Virtual Meetings – Links posted below.

○ Parents/Guardians should attend Registration Informational Session by grade level as listed below for more information:

○ Class of 2028 – (9th to 10th) 6:30-7:30pm

https://slpschools-org.zoom.us/j/8754172932

○ Class of 2027 – (10th -11th) 6:00-7:00pm

meet.google.com/fvc-jjyi-ctq

○ Class of 2026 – (11th-12th) 6:00-7:00pm

meet.google.com/uav-yemu-off

● Thursday, February 13th - IB Informational session for families - 3:30-4:30pm Zoom Link

● Week of February 10th -21st

○ Counselors will present registration and graduation information during English classroom sessions.

○ IB Program information will be shared in 9th and 10th grade classrooms.

○ An Apprenticeship/Internship Informational video will be posted on the website.

○ Watch Schoology for information sessions to be posted for Apprenticeship/Internship opportunities..

Post-Secondary Enrollment Options (PSEO) – For all grades

● Students will hear general information regarding PSEO during the classroom informational presentations.

● There will be dates of PSEO specific meetings for students to attend

● Parent/Guardian PSEO Informational Session

- Thursday, February 25th 7:00-8:00 pm Zoom Link.

● Information is currently on the HS website https://hs.slpschools.org/academics/pseo. Updates with meeting dates coming soon.

The registration process is very important to help us plan for courses next year. Parents/guardians are highly encouraged to review the course requests with their students so they can discuss appropriate choices. Informed and thoughtful decisions about course selections is crucial. Administration determines teachers, staffing, class sections, class cancellations based on student selection in February. Schedule changes in the fall will continue to be extremely limited.

Thank you for supporting your student through the registration process.

Sincerely,

LaNisha Paddock

Principal

6425 West 33rd Street, St. Louis Park, MN 55426 | Phone: (952) 928-6100 | Fax: (952) 928-6113

AROUND THE SCHOOL

INFO MEETING!

SPORTS PHYSICAL?

View PDF

Blood Drive

St. Louis Park High School

B136

Thursday, February 13

8:45 a.m.- 2:45 p.m.

3 ways to sign up

1. Click HERE

2. Scan the QR code

3. Visit RedCrossBlood.org and enter: Orioles

For Donors 16 & 17

--Parental Consent is required

Pick on up outside of B226

or PRINT form HERE

YEARBOOKS!

BUY YOUR YEARBOOK!

Dear Parents & Guardians,

There’s an incredible educational travel opportunity available for your student.

From big adventures to small moments along the way, travel expands your student’s knowledge of the world around them and helps them discover more about themselves.

Come to the information session to meet with me and learn more about this tour, including:

What we’ll see and do
Travel logistics
Earning high school or college credit
Affordable payment options
How to enroll on this trip - before it fills up

I look forward to seeing you there!

Kelsey Hanson – Hanson.Kelsey@slpschools.org

Abby Lugo - Group Leader – Lugo.Abigail@slpschools.org

RSVP

MEDIA CENTER

Caretakers, need to set up your account for PowerSchool or Schoology? Or don’t remember your password? Please follow this link for directions.

Google Form

PARENT ENGAGEMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE (PEAC)

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, as we turn the calendar to February, we have more chances to 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.

WAYS YOU CAN HELP

New items for our staff Amazon wishlist!

Help our teachers by providing needed items for their classrooms.

Wishlist

Treats for staff on February 18 and beyond!

Let's show our staff we care and provide treats approximately every other week.

Save the date for Friday, Mar. 7!

Start your day off with Coffee with the Principal (CWTP) Meet at the High School front office at 8:30 a.m. to connect with the administration by asking questions, and sharing experiences.

March 1 SLPHS Winter Dance Setup

The Student Council is looking for parent help on Saturday, Mar. 1 from 3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m., to help decorate and set up for the winter dance. Please review the available slots and sign up. Thank you!

Landscaping skills?

We’re curious if any of you have a green thumb and know something about landscape architecture? We are thinking about a spring outdoor beautification project! Please reach out to PEAC at slphsPEAC@gmail.com.

PEAC MEETINGS

Mark your calendar for the last PEAC meeting of the year!

Thursday, April 10 from 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. at the High School.

Parents and Guardians of the Class of 2025!

Save the date for the Senior party:

Tuesday,

June 3rd

9:00pm-12:30am.

The event will be hosted at the Park Tavern in St Louis Park and it is our goal to host a FREE, safe and substance-free party for the entire graduating class.

If you or anyone you know is interested in assisting in that objective, please check our linktree page for donation options linktr.ee/slpseniorparty .

You can also follow us on Facebook at SLP Class of 2025 Party or Instagram at St. Louis Park Class of 2025 Party for future fundraising events and updates.

We’re embracing a wonderful year of learning and fun! Fill out this form out this form to get emails directly as needs/opportunities arise.

PEAC - Parent Engagement Advisory Committee

Roni Falck, Julie Yakes - Co-Chairs

Ben Schein - Treasurer

Jen Beach - Communications

Anna Mulfinger - Committee support

DISTRICT COMMUNICATIONS

Why This Matters:

Up-to-date emergency contacts help us support students effectively, especially in urgent situations. We understand that families’ circumstances can change, and we want to ensure we have the correct information at all times.

What You Can Do:

Review your child’s emergency contact information
Complete this form to update any phone numbers, addresses, or emergency contacts that may have changed
Add at least one trusted adult who can be reached if you are unavailable

Please know that all information you provide is kept confidential and used solely for emergency purposes, and you are welcome to reach out if you have any questions!

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6425 West 33rd St. | St. Louis Park, MN 55426

Phone: 952-928-6100 | Fax: 952-928-6113