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March 6, 2025

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For Attendance please email: hsattendance@slpschools.org

IMPORTANT DATES

PRINCIPAL'S MESSAGE

As we welcome March, we take time to celebrate Women’s History Month, honoring the women who have shaped our world. This month is an opportunity to recognize the trailblazers who have advanced education, science, civil rights, politics, and countless other fields. In our school, we encourage students to explore the herstories of inspiring women, both past and present, and reflect on the importance of gender equity in our society. Let us celebrate the resilience, leadership, and impact of women across history and in our community today.



Don’t miss our school’s production of Les Misérables, running for the next two weekends at the middle school PAC! Our talented students have been working hard to bring this powerful story to life, and we encourage everyone to come out and support the cast and crew.


We also extend warm wishes to our Muslim community as Ramadan begins. May this month of reflection, compassion, and renewal bring peace and blessings to all who observe.


Thank you for your continued support in fostering an inclusive school community. Let’s make it a great month together!


Take care, be well, and GO PARK!

LaNisha Paddock

Principal

SNODAZE PEPFEST

Our SnoDaze Pep Fest was a blast as we celebrated our winter sports athletes and their impressive achievements this season! Students' knowledge was tested as they competed in trivia. The highlight of the event was the much-anticipated Staff vs. Student Basketball Game, where SLPHS staff secured another big W. The energy was high, school spirit was strong, and everyone enjoyed the friendly competition. Thank you to all who participated and made the event a success!

ST. LOUIS PARK PUBLIC SCHOOLS 2025 MINNESOTA STUDENT SURVEY

Our school district is inviting students in grades 9-11 to participate in the 2025 Minnesota Student Survey (MSS). This survey is voluntary and has been conducted in schools across our state every three years since 1989. The survey is anonymous and confidential. The privacy of students is protected, as students do not provide their names, student identification numbers, or other personal information. No individual or their families can be identified. The results are reported on our students as a whole.


Questions on the survey asks students about their activities, opinions, behaviors and experiences. Students respond to questions on school climate, bullying, out-of-school activities, healthy eating, emotional health, substance use and connections with school and family. Questions about sexual behaviors are asked only of high school students. This information is used by communities and schools to develop effective programs and provide better services for students.


The survey is administered online. Students will have the ability to read the questions or have the questions read to them through the technology they use to access the survey. The survey takes approximately 25 minutes, or half a class period, to complete.


Our school district has informed parents of such surveys in the past and now federal law also requires us to notify parents of this school activity. The Minnesota Student Survey (MSS) will be administered in our high school on March 26 . If you would like to review the survey please contact Jinah Schad (see contact information below).


For additional support on how to review the survey, or if you have any questions about the survey, please contact Jinah Schad, Academic Testing and Systems Support Specialist at: 952-928-6054 or schad.jinah@slpschools.org


Students may also decline to take any part of the survey, or the whole survey, and are informed of that option by staff on the day of survey administration. If you do not want your student to participate in the Minnesota Student Survey, please know that we will be sharing links to a passive consent form/notice to parents by mid-March with a reminder that this survey will be administered in April. These forms will allow you to opt your student out of the survey.

SEAC ADVISORY

Join the Special Education Advisory Council (SEAC)!


The St. Louis Park Schools Student Services Department invites parents to be part of SEAC, a group dedicated to advising on special education services, policies, and programs. SEAC provides a space for families, educators, and community members to collaborate and advocate for students with disabilities.



We encourage all parents of students with disabilities to attend our final SEAC meeting of the year—your insights are invaluable in shaping the future of special education in our schools!

Your voice matters! Join us and help make a difference.


SEAC advisory welcome letter


Monday, May 5, 2025, 5-7 PM 

Virtual: https://meet.google.com/iiz-wrfr-bgj 

STUDENT SPOTLIGHT

Congratulations DECA Competitors!

From Minnesota to Orlando, our St. Louis Park DECA team soared at the State Career Development Conference, showcasing their skills against 3,000 competitors.


With four finalists and six heading to the International Conference, we're rewriting the rules of success – one competition at a time!

CAREER & COLLEGE CENTER

Spring Job/Opportunity Fair 2025

-the job fair's primary focus is spring-summer and beyond employment

St. Louis Park High School is excited to host our Spring Job & Opportunity Fair on March 20, 2025, from Noon - 1:30 pm at the high school, and we would love for your business to participate!


This event is a great opportunity to connect with motivated high school students who are eager to explore employment opportunities, internships, and career pathways. Many of our students are looking for part-time, seasonal, and long-term positions, making this a valuable hiring opportunity for your business.


Why Participate?

✅ Access to a pool of enthusiastic and hardworking students

✅ Promote job openings and career pathways in your industry

✅ Build relationships with future employees and the local community

We would be honored to have you join us!


Please confirm your participation by March 14 using this registration link.


Space is limited, so secure your spot early!


If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to:

Kara Mueller, mueller.kara@slpschools.org


We appreciate your support in providing opportunities for our students and look forward to having you at the fair!

SCHOLARSHIPS

The scholarship application deadline is Monday, March 10th @ 3:30pm. 

All seniors are invited to apply for scholarships through our local program, Dollars for Scholars.


Presentation

Scholarship America.

Direction Sheet

Donate
Learn More

Barb Nelson, Counselor & Scholarship Coordinator (nelson.barbara@slpschools.org)

Heidi Cosgrove, 12th Grade Counselor

(cosgrove.heidi@slpschools.org)

AROUND THE SCHOOL

St.Louis Park Football Interest Sign Up Meeting


WHO: Anyone interested in being part of our SLP Football Family!

WHEN: March, 7th 3:15pm

WHERE: High School Activity Center

CONTACT: Head Coach Jason Foster

jayfost70@gmail.com

Come Travel to Thailand, Cambodia & Vietnam

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 on March 12 at the High School Cafeteria at 6:00pm 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

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, we hope you will take a minute or two to get involved! If you have questions, want to support one of the initiatives or would like to join the PEAC team, please send a note to slphsPEAC@gmail.com.

IMPORTANT DATES

Coffee with the Principal (CWTP)


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.

Last PEAC Meeting!


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.

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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

St. Louis Park High School Muslim Student Association Presents a Community Iftar Dinner

Thursday, March 13

6:30pm-8:30pm

Join us for a warm and welcoming Community Iftar Dinner, hosted by the St. Louis Park High School Muslim Student Association (MSA), on Thursday, March 13 from 6:30-8:30 p.m.


This event is a wonderful opportunity for everyone, regardless of background or faith, to come together in the spirit of unity, understanding, and celebration. 


This event is free and open to the public, register today at Eventbrite.

Register


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

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


hs.slpschools.org


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