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Collectively, we nurture and inspire all learners to thrive socially, emotionally and academically in an equitable and inclusive community. - SL School Mission
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Mr. Clarence Pollock ~
Proud Principal
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Mr. Arsenio Richardson ~
Elementary Support Supervisor
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Black History Month is an annual celebration of achievements by African Americans and a time for recognizing their central role in U.S. history. Also known as African American History Month, the event grew out of “Negro History Week,” the brainchild of noted historian Carter G. Woodson and other prominent African Americans. Since 1976, every U.S. president has officially designated the month of February as Black History Month. Other countries around the world, including Canada and the United Kingdom, also devote a month to celebrating Black history. | |
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Beautiful Black History Month Book Display in our Media Center!
Thank you Robin Nelson, Media Specialist
Your Proud Partner in Learning,
Clarence Pollock
Proud Principal
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Talent Development ~ Information Sharing
From Ms. Schauer and Ms. Runke-Jones TD Teachers
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February Family Bulletin Boards!
The Hanson Family put together two amazing bulletin boards in our main foyer. Their creativity, teamwork and thoughtfulness are wonderful! Thank you to the entire Hanson Family especially Bea and her brother Otis!
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Susan Lindgren School Community requests no Valentine's
Store Bought or Handmade Valentine's.
On Valentine's Day our school community does not exchange cards or have classroom celebrations . Please do not purchase or make cards for your child to pass out at school to their classmates. We know that each family may have their own traditions connected to this day at home, but at school we do not. As always, we value friendships and caring for each other every day. Thank you for your support and cooperation.
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February 12th NAAPID Day ( National African American Parent Involvement Day) Doughnuts and Juice with Clarence and Arsenio!
- Thursday, February 15 ~ Family Connections (3:00-7:00 PM)
- Thursday, February 15 ~ Book Fair (Media Center)
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Friday, February 16 ~ No School Family Connections (7:20 AM - 3:20 PM)
- Friday, February 16 ~ Book Fair (Media Center)
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Monday, February 19 ~ No School Presidents' Holiday
- Thursday, February 29th ~ Fourth Grade Elder's Wisdom Children's Song Performance at the Middle School Auditorium at 7:00 PM
* 2023-24 At-A-Glance Calendar. Click HERE
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National African American Parent Involvement Day is on Feb. 12
We honor the invaluable contributions of African American parents, families, and communities in supporting education and empowering our youth. National African American Parent Involvement Day is an annual celebration that promotes and provides strategies for all parents and students to take full advantage of the educational process at all levels of the educational system.
Please join Mr. Arsenio Richardson and myself at 8:00 AM for a Q & A Session Morning meeting.
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Five Fabulous Fifth Graders
District IB PYP Coordinator Anne LaLonde Laux will be interviewing five fifth graders each week
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A fun event for girls to try out Lacrosse! | |
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Save the Date: Silent Auction
Saturday, March 16 - Friday, March 22, 2024
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The Susan Lindgren PTO will host its second annual Online Silent Auction! Last year's auction was so fun and a great success, raising over $10,000!
In addition to the full calendar of PTO events and initiatives already occurring each year, last year's auction proceeds allowed the PTO to support even more activities this year including: adding the Fall Festival, increase funds for additional class field trips and in-school experiences, and supporting our school community with winter gear, funds for milks at lunch, and other school requests as needed.
Families will have a chance to donate to the auction, as well as bid on a variety of items or experiences once it goes live on March 16.
Items could include anything from:
- gift certificates to local restaurants, a basket of homemade scones, tickets to local sporting events, personalized watercolor painting, themed baskets (coffee, games, cooking, etc), a weekend stay at a cabin, or private tour to a local brewery!
Experiences (hosted by and for SL families) might include:
- attend a family kickball and pizza night, glowball party for the whole family, donuts at the park with classmates, adults wine and whiskey night, or an afternoon ice skating at the ROC.
Donated items are now accepted online!
We need your help to make the auction a success! You can now donate an item or experiences directly online!
-Do you, a family member, or friend have a cabin?
-Do you have an interesting job you can share? A tour?
-Do you have season tickets to a local athletic team?
-Do you have a neighbor/friend/relative with an interesting connection or hobby?
-Do you have a special skill you can share?
-Have an idea but not sure how it can be used? Reach out and we can brainstorm something together.
You can submit your donated item or experience directly on the auction website, sle.betterworld.org/donate-an-item.
Parents, teachers, and staff donated items and experiences that contributed $5,794 to last year's auction- over half of the total raised!
Contact susanlindgrenpto@gmail.com with any questions.
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Read this week’s PTO Newsletter to see what’s happening and how you can get involved!
PTO Highlights include:
Volunteer & Attend the Book Fair Feb 15 & 16
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There are 9 open volunteer slots at the Book Fair next Thursday and Friday- sign up here!
- Look for a scholastic flyer coming home in your students folder this week. Stop by the Book Fair while at Family Connect meetings- a portion of sales go to support the Media Center; plus you can buy books off your teacher’s wish lists for the classroom.
Teacher Meals
- Do you enjoy cooking or baking? Consider supporting dinner for our teachers during Family Connect meetings next Thursday and Friday!
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We are looking for Volunteers to bring pasta bake, fruit, salads, etc. More details and sign up can be found here.
Timberwolves ticket deadline was extended to February 16. Ticket info can be found in the PTO Newsletter.
Chipotle Fundraiser - Dine Out & Support PTO!
Wednesday, March 6th
Enjoy a night out for a good cause! 33% of qualifying purchases go to support Susan Lindgren PTO. Show the flyer or use the code below when ordering.
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Festival of Nations Featured in Local News
The Festival of Nations made the front page of the Sun Sailor newspaper, available online on the SunSailor website! Additionally, check out the slideshow of pictures from the Festival of Nations last Thursday, January 25th (click 'play highlights' to see a slideshow). We wish we had pictures of every booth and activity from the night- we were having so much fun we forgot to take more pictures!
We hope you enjoyed the event and we are already looking forward to next year's night of fun!
Looking Ahead!
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Feb 15 - 16: Book Fair in the Media Center
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Feb 15 - 16: Teacher Meals during Family Connect meetings
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Wed., Feb 21: Parkway Pizza Dine Out Fundraiser! 5% of all proceeds support Susan Lindgren PTO!
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Sun., Mar 3: Timberwolves game, 2:30pm
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Wed., Mar 6: Chipotle Dine Out Fundraiser, 4-8pm.
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Fri., March 15: Math Night, 6-8pm, Susan Lindgren gym
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March 16 - 22: Online Silent Auction
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February Letter Day Calendars | |
February Breakfast and Lunch Menus
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SLP Districtwide News and Updates | |
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Be SMART: A message about proper gun storage and safety
St. Louis Park Public Schools is teaming up with Be SMART to share an important message about proper gun storage and safety.
Last year, more than 350 children in the U.S. gained access to a firearm and unintentionally shot themselves or someone else. In 2021, 22 Minnesotans under the age of 18 were killed by guns, and more than 1,700 guns were stolen across our state that year. When guns are not properly stored, tragedy can strike.
We ask that you consider following the Be SMART message in your home. It emphasizes the importance of secure gun storage. Consider secure gun storage as an important step you can take to help protect your family, school and community.
Here’s what Be SMART stands for:
Secure all guns in your homes and vehicles.
Model responsible behavior around guns.
Ask about unsecured guns in other homes.
Recognize the role of guns in suicide.
Tell your peers to Be SMART.
Research shows that secure storage plays a vital role in reducing the risk of gun violence. Preventing children from accessing unsecured firearms is required by Minnesota law.
In addition to following the Be SMART message, you can take action by:
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Learning more at besmartforkids.org
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Watching and sharing the Be SMART educational video
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Sharing Be SMART resources and materials
Thank you for reading this important safety message and for being a partner with us in helping to keep our kids, schools and communities safe.
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Free Walk-in Clinic for all St. Louis Park Public Schools Students
Central Community Clinic
The Central Community Clinic is a free, walk-in clinic for children from birth to high school who live or go to public or private schools in St. Louis Park. Central Clinic's mission is to reduce barriers to healthcare for the children and youth of our community.
Services are no-cost and include:
- sports and camp physicals
- treatment for acute illness and injuries
- well-child/baby check-ups
- immunizations and vaccines (for uninsured/Medical Assistance/MNCARE)
- sexual health care
Interpreters can be arranged by calling ahead of time. At this time, Central Clinic is not able to administer Covid vaccines.
- Hours: Tuesdays & Thursdays from 1:00-4:30 p.m.
- Location: Central Community Center - 6300 Walker Street - Door 7
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Contact: Call 952-933-1100 or email central clinic@parknicollet.com
Dental Care
Low cost dental care is also available at this location the first Friday of every month. Call Children's Dental Services to make an appointment at 612-746-1530.
The Central Clinic was founded in 1996 as a response to the Children First initiative. The clinic is funded by a grant from the Park Nicollet Foundation, staffed by doctors from Park Nicollet Creekside Clinic, and governed by an advisory council.
View the flyer: English | Somali | Spanish
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Important Dates in February
We realized that some of the February dates we shared in the district e-newsletter, the SLP Communicator, were incorrect. Please see the updated dates:
In February we celebrate Black History Month, Minnesota School Board Recognition Month, and Career and Technical Education Month
- 1 - World Hijab Day
- 2 - No School E-12 (Professional Development)
- 5-9 - National School Counseling Week
- 7 - Special School Board Meeting, 7pm
- 10 - Lunar New Year
- 12 - National African American Family Involvement Day
- 13 - School Board Meeting, 6:30pm (Open Forum moved to 2/13 instead of 2/28)
- 14 - Beginning of Lent (Christian)
- 15 - International Digital Learning Day
- 16 - No School K-5 (Conferences); 6-12 in session
- 17 - Random Acts of Kindness Day
- 19 - No School E-12 (President’s Day)
- 21 - Special School Board Meeting 6pm; School Bus Driver Appreciation Day
- 26-3/1 - MASA Public Schools Week
- 28 - School Board Meeting 5pm (Special Meeting at 5:15pm)
February School Board Open Forum - Feb. 13 th at 6:30 p.m.
School Board open forum (where community members provide public comment to the school board) typically occurs on the 2nd board meeting of the month. Since the Feb. 28 regular school board meeting is very short (about 15 minutes) to accommodate the school board’s special meeting focused on the superintendent search, we’ve moved the date of open forum to the February 13, 2024 meeting at 6:30 p.m. Sign up for open forum.
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