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St. Louis Park Middle School's Weekly News
Please note: For the most up to date information please click on the Middle School website. (Language Translations available)
December 21, 2023
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Dear Middle School Families,
As we round the corner of 2023 into 2024, I hope that you and your family have time to rest and relax over Winter Break. We’ve had a few eventful weeks here with our performances and also have had fun with a door decorating contest. The theme was dynamic duos in Winter Activities. See pictures below.
Our first day back from Winter Break will be Tuesday, January 2. Upon our return, we will have four weeks left in 2nd quarter.
Thank you for your continued support of your student here at SLPMS!
In partnership,
Melissa Kalinowski
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| Dec. 21 | Last day of school before Winter Break | | Dec. 22 - Jan.1 | Winter Break | | Jan. 10 | Site Council - 6:30-8:00 pm -Virtual Meeting | | Jan. 15 | MLK Jr Day - No School | | Jan. 25 | Last day of 2nd quarter | | Jan. 25 | Virtual Information Night for Incoming 6th Grade Students | | Jan. 26 | No School - Grading Day | | |
Interdisciplinary Team Websites | |
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Dear MS Caregivers,
If you are new(ish) to the Middle School or have general questions, please be aware that we have a Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) page on the MS website. Click here to access this informational page. Please give us a call, too, if you have questions that are beyond the scope of this page. Thank you!
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After School Spectators for MS Sporting Events
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Due to limited space/capacity in our field house and for health/safety, we will need to limit the amount of spectators attending Middle School after school events. Spectators will be limited to parents/guardians of players playing in the current game. Staff, other family members, friends and students will not be allowed to attend games due to the limited space available. | |
Family Engagement Parent Survey
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So far in the 2023-2024 school year, we have had three building-wide opportunities for families to engage with our staff - Family Connect Day in August, Teacher Meet and Greet in October and Student-Led Conferences in November. Please complete a survey around these family engagement events and how helpful and valuable these opportunities were for you. We will use the information to plan for future family engagement events. You can access the survey by clicking here.
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Boys' Basketball Starts January 8th!
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Registration is open for all 6-8th graders and practice starts after school on Monday, January 8th. Registration and information can be found on the Middle School Athletics page on the Middle School website. You must have an updated sports physical before you are able to register.
If you have any questions please email Derek Wennerberg - [email protected]
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Dynamic Duo Door Decorating Contest | |
6th Grade - Mr Larson's advisory | |
7th Grade - Ms Haugo's advisory | |
8th Grade - Ms. Cheline's Advisory | |
And More Great Entries... | |
Redcross Babysitters Training (Ages 11+)
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Youth Enrichment Programs (YEP) is excited to offer additional Red Cross Babysitters Traning classes for students aged 11-15! Below is the information about the upcoming class.
Created by industry-leading experts, the American Red Cross's Babysitting Basics class covers a wide range of information that can help new babysitters gain the skills and confidence needed to care for infants and children. The course includes information on:
- How to care for infants and children
- What to do in an emergency and how to stay safe
- Choosing age-appropriate activities
- Recognizing, understanding, and handling certain behaviors
- Starting your babysitting business
The Babysitting Basics course culminates with a final exam. Upon successful completion, participants will receive a printable certificate that they can share with potential employers.
Dates: Saturdays, January 6 & 13 OR March 23 & 30
Time: 9 am-12:30 pm
Location: St. Louis Park Middle School LMC Classroom
Price: $119
Click here to register now!
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Every Meal Weekend Food Program
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Please click here for more information to sign up. If you have questions, please contact Kristen in Student Services: [email protected] or 952-928-6389
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As the weather has turned, it is important that students dress warmly in order to go outside for Phy Ed class, and coming into school as this is often the coolest part of the day. Students who use a blanket as a jacket will be required to put their blanket into their locker. Blankets cannot be worn in Phy Ed class for warmth for safety reasons. It is recommended that students consider leaving a sweatshirt in their lockers as different parts of the building are often differing temperatures throughout the day. | |
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Classes are kicking off! Sports and Clubs are getting back into gear. Before you get too busy, it's a perfect time to order your yearbook. Use the link to order your book today while the price is low.
https://jostensyearbooks.com/?REF=A04145660
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Washington DC Trip for 7th Graders | |
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Attention all current 7th graders! You have an opportunity to go to Washington, D.C. this spring with your classmates.
Trip Dates: June 14-17, 2024
Price: $2274
Family members and dependents of current educators, the military, and first responders receive a 5% discount off the base trip price.
Deposit: $99 to secure your spot!
Our Registration Deadline is: March 1, 2024
Registration link: WorldStrides
Trip ID: 207712
Trip website : 2024 D.C. Trip
We have a lot planned for this trip and I hope you can join us.
Samantha Wyffels- I&S teacher
[email protected]
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We will resume our monthly calls on Wednesday, January 10th, 2024.
If you are interested in joining Site Council for the last half of the school year, and have not yet signed up,
contact me directly.
Wishing you all Happy Holidays and a wonderful New Year!!
Keith Richardson
Site Council Chair
[email protected]
(612)462-9862
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Get involved with the superintendent selection process
The School Board initiated the superintendent search and is seeking your input through two avenues:
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Virtual Q & A with MSBA on Jan. 3 at 4 p.m.
- Join on Zoom
- Session recorded and posted on the district’s YouTube
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Submit anonymous questions in advance by Jan. 3 at noon
- Questions accepted during the session via the chat box
- A recording will be available on the district’s YouTube
2. Anonymous Superintendent Search Survey will be coming soon!
- Accessible in English, Spanish, and Somali
- Hard copies are at the district office
- Deadline for responses: Jan. 18
- MSBA will present a summary to the School Board
For inquiries, contact Barb Dorn, MSBA Director of Leadership Development and Executive Search, at 507-508-5501. Thank you for your interest in the superintendent search process!
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Home Athletic Events Expectations for SLP Schools
For all home High School athletic events where admission is charged:
- Any child in 8th grade or below must be accompanied by a paying adult who is responsible for them, their behavior and their whereabouts at the event. The student must be in the bleachers unless with the accompanying adult.
- No bags, backpacks or outside food/drink will be allowed in at home football games and there will be no reentry.
- All tickets must be purchased electronically, either in advance, or at the event. There will be no cash options available. No refunds.
- For football, admission will stop at the end of the third quarter.
Please purchase your tickets here: https://gopark.hometownticketing.com/embed/all
If you have questions, please reach out to Andy Ewald, Athletic Director, [email protected] 952-928-6118
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Our Community Education Winter Catalog is here!
Checkout our new activities today - registration is available online now. The catalog will arrive in St. Louis Park residents mailboxes in early December.
Link: https://slp.ce.eleyo.com/
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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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SLP Staff Directory
We’re pleased to announce that the new searchable online staff directory is now available to the public. You can search the directory by name, department, location, and position. For example, search keywords such as principal, nurse, or counselor. View the staff directory.
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New ParkTV channels for SLP board meetings and other programming
ParkTV is updating its Comcast cable channels to include more high definition (HD) channels, while still maintaining standard definition (SD) viewing options. St. Louis Park Public Schools programming, including concerts, plays, school board meetings and sports, can now be viewed on HD Ch. 859 and SD Ch. 16. View the airing schedule.
Additionally, you can watch school board meetings and other videos on our Youtube channel.
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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. November highlights include project milestones and progress for the High School and Middle School.
Fun Fact:The new synthetic turf field installation consists of 199 tons of sand and 174 tons of fine rubber pellets installed on top of the turf to ‘fill in’ the turf fibers and reduce the impact of the field users. This volume of sand is enough
to fill over 300 backyard sandboxes and this amount of rubber is roughly the equivalent of over 28,000 car tires! View the construction updates webpage.
In the Loop: SLP Construction Newsletter
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Middle School Youth Enrichment Programs
Middle School Cooking/Baking Club
Join us to learn basic cooking skills by making a new recipe every week!
Wednesdays, Jan. 17-Feb. 21
4-5:15 pm
Pick your price: $39/$49/$59/$69 (pay the price that works best for your family)
Click here to register now!
Middle School Gaming Club (winter session)
Join us in the Cafeteria on Tuesdays to game with your friends!
Tuesdays, Jan. 16-March 26
4-5:15 pm
Pick your price: $20/$30/$40/$50 (pay the price that works best for your family)
Click here to register now!
Middle School Chess Club
Mondays, Jan. 29-March 25
4-5 pm
$145
Click here to register now!
Middle School Musical Theatre
Acting, singing, and dancing for the stage! See what it takes to put together your favorite Broadway musicals and put together a performance for family and friends!
Saturdays, Jan. 27-March 2
1-2 pm
$105
Click here to register now!
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