October 2, 2023

METRO WEST CONFERENCE MUSICAL FESTIVAL

On September 27th, students from across the West Metro Conference convened to participate in the MWC Music Festival. SLPHS students from our musical arts program performed in the event. GO PARK!!!

Pictured above: SLPHS Orchestra

CONFERENCES

Fall conferences will be held this week, October 2nd-6th. Teachers will offer virtual conferences in the evenings Monday, October 2nd through Thursday, October 5th. On Friday, October 6th, families will be able to sign-up for in-person conferences with teachers throughout the day.

SEPTEMBER 27TH: LEVEL MEETING GRADES 10-12 (VIRTUAL MEETING LINK)

A virtual meeting was held on September 27th for grades 10-12. Here is the link recording if you were unable to attend.

Virtual Meeting LINK -- Passcode: 7J?7csOg

SLP HOMECOMING

Emily Rennhak

Student Council Advisor

rennhak.emily@slpschools.org

SENIORS APPLY FOR FREE - MINNESOTA STATE MONTH

Seniors - take note!

You can apply for free during Minnesota State Month! MinnState.edu

Barb Nelson

9th Grade Counselor

nelson.barbara@slpschools.org

MINNESOTA DIRECT ADMISSIONS LETTERS

LETTERS COMING SOON!

St. Louis Park High School seniors will be applying to college with confidence, thanks to the new Direct Admissions program! During the first week of October, seniors will receive their Direct Admissions letter, which will list all the participating Minnesota colleges and universities that are offering them admission, information on how to apply for free, and other essential next steps. Students must review their letters and indicate which colleges and universities that they would like to be directly admitted to. Visit the Minnesota Office of Higher Education website for additional information at:

www.ohe.state.mn.us/directadmissions

Kara Mueller

Career & College Coordinator/CTE Coordinator

mueller.kara@slpschools.org

STUDENT-ATHLETE MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS WEEK

St. Louis Park High School Athletic Department Takes Part In Student Athlete Mental Health Week

The St. Louis Park High School Athletic Department is proud to participate in Student Athlete Mental Health Week from Sept 30-Oct 7. This week is a call to action by Hilinski’s Hope to raise mental health awareness, destigmatize mental illness.

St. Louis Park fall athlete’s will be wearing bracelets, ribbons, temporary tattoos, and helmet stickers through the week at their competitions to bring attention to the importance of mental health. Also, all St. Louis Park High School head coaches will be “mental health first aid” certified by the end of this school year.

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.

Alison Tsuchiya Theiler

Media Center Specialist

tsuchiya.alison@slpschools.org

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 SLP community.

Parents and Caregivers, we’re excited to share the many ways you can help to contribute to the high school community!

Opportunities to help:

Treats for staff needed for Oct. 31 and Nov. 21 Show our staff how much you care by signing up to donate treats for staff. Our next open dates are Oct. 31 and Nov. 21 - please sign up and show your support!
Amazon wishlist keeps on giving Take a moment to look at the many school supplies that can make a difference for our staff and students at Amazon.com! Drop off your donations at the Main Office or manually enter the school address for delivery directly there. ATTENTION: School Supplies.

Mark your calendar for opportunities to:

Attend a Coffee with the Principal (CWTP)

When:

December 12 from 3:00 - 3:30 p.m.
March 4 from 12:00 - 12:30 p.m.

Where: High School front office

Why: These informal sessions are intended to provide you with an opportunity to have a conversation with our principal

Support our Seniors! We have a community event at Park Tavern on Oct. 5 from 6:00pm to 8:00pm to support the 2024 Senior Class Party.

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If you are interested in being part of the PEAC for a short-term project or a longer-term stint, we’d love to have you join in 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