November 28 and December 12 Meetings

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November 28, 2023

December 12, 2023

Superintendent's Report

More than 250 athletes in grades 6-8th grade competed at the middle school level (football, volleyball, boys & girls soccer, girls tennis and girls speed swimming) and over 50 7th & 8th graders competing at the high school level.
Girls basketball is in full swing and we have two teams competing against area middle schools until winter break. Boys basketball starts in January and registration will open this week.
December has many musical performances. Find information on the district website and at gopark.org.

Superintendent's Report

Dec. 8 Professional Development activities included curriculum implementation, data examination, and aligning standards for talent development at the elementary level, data examination, and intervention design at the middle school to improve math and reading proficiency, and culturally relevant practices and nurturing a culture of safety and care for LGBTQ+ students at the high school.
Check out the calendar to view winter music events and concerts.

Events Calendar

Calendar Recommendations

The School Board reviewed draft calendars for the 24-25 and 25-26 school years. The School Board will review the additional calendar revisions at a future meeting before being finalized.

Superintendent Search

The School Board approved the Minnesota School Board Association for it's search firm. View the proposal.

The School Board reviewed a draft communications plan. It's goals included using culturally and linguistically relevant communication approaches to ensure that stakeholders are aware of the search process, know how they can participate, and know where to find more information.

Y2023 Year-End Audit Preview

First year with new finance system
Through fall have been working on closing out FY 2022-23 and developing balance results
Reviewed operating and non-operating funds

View the presentation slides

Enrollment and Budget Update

FY 2023 K-12 enrollment behind in projections
Capture rate is mid-range in c parison to neighborhood districts (82.5%)
Gain more students than lost through enrollment options
Park Spanish Immersion not reflective of the racial makeup of the residents who choose SLP schools.

View presentation

Special Meeting: Dec. 12, 2023

Truth and Taxation Hearing

Public hearing for taxes payable in 2024

Background info on school funding
District's budget
District's proposed tax levy for taxes payable in 2024
Public comments

Farewell to Board Members Ken Morrison and Heather Wisley

We sincerely thanks Ken Morrison (11 years of service) and Heather Wilsey (4 years of service) for their commitment to the St. Louis Park Public Schools students, staff, and families. Ken and Heather brought valuable wisdom, perspectives, and contributions to the school board. We know Ken and Heather will continue to inspire our community with their passion and leadership.

Get in touch with the School Board

Board members welcome your input. Email the entire School Board at schoolboard@slpschools.org. You can also call the School Board message line with your questions or comments: 952-928-6040. The Board also holds Open Forum at each Business Meeting, which occur on the fourth Tuesday of every month. To participate in Open Forum, please complete this sign-up by 3 p.m. on the day of the meeting at which you would like to address the School Board.