Collectively, we nurture and inspire all learners to thrive socially, emotionally and academically in an equitable and inclusive community. - SL School Mission

Mr. Clarence Pollock ~

Proud Principal

Mr. Arsenio Richardson ~

Elementary Support Supervisor

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.

Beautiful Black History Month Book Display in our Media Center!

Thank you Robin Nelson, Media Specialist

We are really excited to have you all join us for Family Connections this week. Also, as we look forward, we are preparing to have our 2nd year of the silent auction. Last year was so awesome that this year we are looking to do even better. If you have an experience, donation or something special you would like to contribute, Please reach out.

Your Proud Partner in Learning,

Arsenio Richardson

Elementary Support Supervisor

No School for Students

Tomorrow, Friday, February 16th

Family Connections (Formerly Parent/TeacherConferences)

No School on Monday, February 19th, 2024

Clarence Pollock, Susan Lindgren Principal

952-928-6699 ~ pollock.clarence@slpschools.org



Arsenio Richardson, Susan Lindgren Elementary Support Supervisor

952-928-6660 ~ richardson.arsenio@slpschools.org

Jane Watts, Susan Lindgren Administrative Assistant to the Principal

952-928-6698 ~ watts.jane@slpschools.org

• Thursday, February 15 ~ Family Connections (3:00-7:00 PM)
• Thursday, February 15 ~ Book Fair (Media Center)

• Friday, February 16 ~ No School Family Connections (7:20 AM - 3:20 PM)
• Friday, February 16 ~ Book Fair (Media Center)

• 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

• Friday, March 15th ~ Family Math Night ~ 6:00-8:00 PM (GYM)

• Saturday, March 16th to Saturday, March 23rd ~ 2nd Annual SL Silent Auction

• Thursday, March 21st ~ Kindergarten Welcome Night for all NEW Kindergarten Students starting in Fall 2024 5:30- 7:30 PM

• Friday, March 29th Friday, April 5th No School ~ Spring Break



• Monday, April 8th ~ First Day back from Spring Break

* 2023-24 At-A-Glance Calendar. Click HERE

Our team is in the planning season for the garden and we're so excited to share with you that our Garden Team will be indoor seed starting with grades Kindergarten through 2nd grade in April. We will be starting seeds indoors on April 8, 11, and 12. There may be a day where we need a volunteer or two; we will share a sign up closer to the date in the Communicator. 

Seeds the students will be starting indoors include tomatoes, pumpkins, flowers, squash, herbs, sunflowers, peas, and more! If you would like to see a certain variety of fruit or vegetable, please let us know, we would be happy to see if it's a good fit for our garden.  

We will be starting outdoor garden sessions with ALL grades in late April or early May, weather permitting, but will be back in the garden on our usual days, Wednesdays and Fridays from 9-11am. Volunteers are ALWAYS welcome!

Let's get growing this season!

The Susan Lindgren Garden Team - Patty, Hana, Charlotte

Book Fair- TODAY & TOMORROW!

Be sure to stop by the Book Fair today or tomorrow while at school for Family Connect meetings! Why come to the Book Fair?  

• Spark the joy of reading when your student picks out a book they enjoy  
• Purchase a book off your teacher’s wish list to expand their classroom library
• 25% of all proceeds support the Media Center

If you have 90 minutes to give, we’re still looking for a few volunteers - Book Fair Volunteer Sign Up. 

• Date: Thursday, February 15th: 2:30 PM - 7:00 PM and Friday, February 16th: 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
• Location: Susan Lindgren Media Center
• Forms of Payment: Cash, Check, Credit Card

If you have questions about volunteering, please reach out to Sarah Lindsay (sarsun@gmail.com) or Stephanie Warner (swarner196@gmail.com).  

Staff Meals

Teachers and staff will be treated to a plethora of goodies on Thursday and Friday during Family Connect Meetings. Many thanks to the parents and caregivers bringing food, drinks, and donating funds for coffee, and to the Murray family for donating pizzas! We know the teachers will appreciate it a ton! A big thank you to staff appreciation committee volunteers Tara DiNicola, Steph Flanagan, Kate Petterson for all their organizing effort!

The Silent Auction is Now Accepting Donations 

Saturday, March 16 - Friday, March 22, 2024

We’re looking forward to another great Silent Auction and we need your help! 

Over half of the money raised in last year’s auction - $10,000+ - was contributed by parents, teachers, and staff! Thanks to the funds raised from the silent auction, the PTO was able to cover 100% of last year’s and this year’s yearbooks, add the Fall Festival event, fund additional field trips, and contribute winter clothing and other needs for the school.  

This is where you come in! We are looking for items, events, or experiences of all sizes and we know our Susan Lindgren community has a wealth of great ideas and connections.  

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! You can submit your donated item or experience directly on the auction website, sle.betterworld.org/donate-an-item.

-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? Maybe you like to bake, carve wood, teach a yoga class? 

Have an idea but not sure how it can be used? Reach out and we can brainstorm something together. Contact susanlindgrenpto@gmail.com with any questions. 

Last Chance for Timberwolves tickets!

Sunday, March 3, 2024 at 2:30pm

Purchase tickets by tomorrow Friday, February 16! 

Join the Susan Lindgren community on Sunday, March 3rd at 2:30pm at the Timberwolves game! Everyone who purchases tickets using the special code below will be invited onto the court to shoot a free throw after the game. Tickets are $40 each, which includes tax + fees.  Click below for more information and to purchase your tickets www.timberwolves.com/groupoffers.  Use Promo Code: 2324SUSANLINDGREN. 

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.  

Click Here for February Letter Day Calendar

CLICK HERE ~ February Breakfast Menu

CLICK HERE ~ February Lunch Menu

Community Conversations - Minnesota Department of Education

Join the Minnesota Department of Education team on Thursday, February 29th for a high-powered, interactive and reflective conversation entitled “Redefining Our Role in Black Youth Mental Health.”

Exploring Self-love in the context of mental health involves fostering a positive relationship with oneself, practicing self-compassion, And prioritizing one’s well-being. Come learn, share and invest in the relationship with yourself.

Thursday, February 29, 5:30-7:30pm at the wonderful Capri Theater; 2027 West Broadway, Minneapolis, 55411. Parking is available next to the building.

Featuring: youth poetry, a youth panel, and hear directly how your mental health impacts youth and insight from a local educator.

Please be sure to ask them to register with the QR code on flier or: Registration - Community Conversation: Redefining Our Role in Black Youth Mental Health (office.com)

Superintendent Search Update

The Feb. 7 school board meeting included discussion of the stakeholder report, options for community engagement, and discussion of interview questions for the first round of interviews. Save the date notifications and more information about community engagement opportunities will be shared with staff and families soon. Visit the Superintendent Search webpage for real-time updates on the search process.

Key dates

• February 7: Superintendent applications closed
• February 21: School board determines finalists and finalizes interview questions
• February 28 and March 1: First round of interviews; Finalists announced the evening of March 1
• March 2: Community Q&A with finalists - tentative - more information to come
• March 14: Second round of interviews and selection of the lone finalist
• March 26th: Board approves the employment contract

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
• 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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