Transition Plus Newsletter
April 2022 Edition
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In This Edition:
- Calendar
- Housekeeping
- Family Resources
CALENDAR
April Calendar
- April 1: There IS school today!
- April 4-8: No School Spring Break
- April 11: School Resumes
- April 21: Site Council @ 4:30
- April 30: Starry Night Prom @DeLaSalle 6:30pm
Looking Ahead:
- May 13: Spring Art Bazaar
- May 20: Talent Show
- June 8: Graduation @ 11:00 @ Mariucci Arena
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HOUSEKEEPING ITEMS
Welcome Back!
New MPS Schedule
New School Hours: 9:30 - 4:42, starting April 11
Last Day of School: June 24
In order to make up for lost education time, all MPS schools are extending their school day by 42 minutes beginning Monday, April 11, the day we return from spring break. The last day of school is now June 24.
Students will continue to receive school bus transportation to and from school, but they will arrive home later. The transportation schedules are still being worked out. You will get a robo call from MPS over spring break with the new schedules.
Parents may pick students up from school if this new schedule conflicts with scheduled activities, appointments, or work. Students will be marked excused in attendance, but they must sign out at the engagement desk.
Site Council: April 21 @ 4:30
Click this link to join Site Council at 4:30 on Thursday, Apr 21st.
Site Council meets virtually the 3rd Thursday of each month at 4:30 and is searching for participants to collaborate with others to guide Tplus operations. Students and parents are strongly encouraged to join. Please email Jason.Backes@mpls.k12.mn.us if you have any questions.
Starry Night Prom @DeLaSalle April 30
2022 PROM DETAILS:
- When: Saturday, April 30, 2022
- Where: DeLaSalle High School: One DeLaSalle Drive, Minneapolis MN 55401
- Time: 6:30pm-8:45pm
- Attire: Formal and semi-formal attire encouraged but not required.
- Food: Per pandemic guidelines, food will be simple, single-serving snacks.
- Fun Activities: We will have a DJ-led dance, a movie room, coloring sheets, and a Photo Booth!
Graduation - Save the Date
More information about invitations and specifics will be shared in May.
MPS American Indian Education Dept Elections
The Minneapolis Public Schools (MPS) American Indian Education Department is conducting their annual election for its American Indian Parent Advisory Committee (AIPAC) for the 2022-2023 academic year. Elected committee members serve as a voice for American Indian students and families within the more than 70 schools that make up the Minneapolis school district.
Election Form due by Monday, April 18
Contact Christine Wilson, Family Engagement Specialist, if you have any questions:
Christine.Wilson@mpls.k12.mn.us
Phone: 612-668-0108
UMN Unified Club
See pictures below:
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Family Resources-click icons for info
Track your School bus
To set up a Here Comes The Bus, you will need:
- Your student's ID number (lunch number)
- MPS school code: 87018
Educational Benefits Form & Lunch Menus
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Mission Statement
The mission of Transition Plus is to provide services to students with differing educational abilities & assets. We focus on meeting transition needs in post-secondary education and training, employment, and independent living to promote a successful transition from high school to adult life.
Our Vision
To provide experience and learning that will assist students to have meaningful, satisfying work and home lives as family members, leaders, employees, and citizens.
We offer students:
- Access to learning environments that help students develop their skills and confidence.
- A positive school environment characterized by peace, compassion, and the pursuit of knowledge and understanding.
- A structure of support and collaboration with our community, students, and families
- A team of highly qualified professionals with a passion for learning and sharing.
We offer:
- Continuing high school support after 18-21 years of age
- Lots of hands-on options
- Extensive learning & training in the community
- Additional resources available for individual needs
- Support the growth and maturity of each student
Transition Plus Services
Email: transitionplus@mpls.k12.mn.us
Website: transplus.mpls.k12.mn.us
Location: 2015 East Lake Street, Minneapolis, MN, USA
Phone: (612)668-4100
Facebook: facebook.com/transitionplus.mps
Twitter: @MPS_Tplus