SLP Schools Online: Grades 7-8
January 12, 2022 Newsletter
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SLP Online 7/8 Families,
As a district and school, we are working to keep learning as normal as possible despite distractions like cold weather and COVID. Our online students and staff have done a great job of navigating this so far and we appreciate your partnership to ensure it continues to be successful.
Similar to previous school years, if your child is sick and can’t participate in the learning for the day, please call the Westwood Office at 763-600-5300 to report the absence. Please make sure to indicate that your child is a SLP online student and their grade level if you need to leave a message.
Reminder that next Monday, January 17 is Martin Luther King, Jr. Day and there is no school. We will resume instruction on Tuesday, January 18.
As always, we truly appreciate all you do to create a strong school/home partnership and never hesitate to reach out with any questions!
Tyler Nelson
Associate Principal
Westwood Intermediate and Middle School
SLP website disruptions resolved
Spring Lake Park Schools' website hosting service experienced worldwide disruption to services the week of January 3 due to a ransomware attack. Sporadic outages turned into major downtime throughout the week. We know this caused confusion and frustration for all who needed to access information and complete tasks on our school websites. All services have now been restored and everything is working as normal. Thank you for your patience and understanding.
8th grade families: Registration timelines for the 2022-2023 school year
We are approaching the mid-point of this school year, and our thoughts are beginning to turn to next year. If you are thinking about having your eighth grade student attend ninth grade in person at Spring Lake Park High School next year, please make note of upcoming information and registration sessions.
There are several key dates for families to know about
- January 19, 20, 26: Online information sessions for families. Each session is the same.
- Wednesday, January 19, 11 a.m. | WebEx Link
- Thursday, January 20, 6:30 p.m. | WebEx Link
- Wednesday, January 26, 2 p.m. | WebEx Link
- Monday, January 31 – High School registration opens for the 2022-2023 school year.
- Wednesday, February 9 - In-person High School Kickoff and Registration event. Additional details will be available soon.
- Wednesday, February 23 – High school registration closes for the 2023-2023 school year
Please note, whether you attend information sessions in-person or online, you will receive all of the same great information.
Questions? Contact the High School office at 763-600-5100. The High School team is looking forward to welcoming the Class of 2026 next fall.
Nominate a teacher for the 2022 SLP Teacher of the Year
Do you know an educator who is dedicated, inspiring, and making a difference? Nominate them by Friday, February 25 for Spring Lake Park Schools' Teacher of the Year!
Please download and complete a Nomination Form below and email or return the form to Spring Lake Park High School to the attention of Maria Ahrndt. Nominations are due by Friday, February 25, 2022.
This is an exciting way to recognize the amazing educators we have in Spring Lake Park Schools! Thank you for taking the time to submit a nomination.
Shark Tank - high school style
From new apps to new products, students in the Business and Entrepreneurship Pathway pitched their ideas and business plans to local business leaders. In the end, everyone won with real-world feedback, insights and learning.
Take a closer look at this unique Shark Tank experience and watch the video.
As high school registration approaches for the 2022-2023 school year, students have a chance now to explore a variety of pathways courses. Each pathway opportunity provides real-world experiences as students explore a specific field, develop real-world skills within the field and even earn college credit. Learn more about Career and College Pathways.
Opportunities for families
Family Snowshoeing - January 29 at Springbrook
Winter Seed Sowing
Opportunities for adults
Basic Home Repair-Electrical
Learn the basics of home electrical repairs and save the money and hassle of calling an electrician. In this class you will learn skills such as: proper electrical safety, wire striping, circuit testing, rewiring lamps and extension cords, and installing light fixtures/ ceiling fans. Register here.
Star Wars with North Metro TV
This class is your chance to learn how the sci-fi adventure everyone underestimated took the world by storm. Join North Metro TV Studio Manager Eric Houston for this 1-hour look behind the scenes of the entire Star Wars Saga. Register here.
- Monday, January 17 - No school, Martin Luther King Jr. Day
- Wednesday, January 19, 11 a.m. - Online 8th grade High School Kickoff and Registration event | WebEx Link
- Wednesday, January 20, 6:30 p.m. - Online 8th grade High School Kickoff and Registration event | WebEx Link
- Wednesday, January 26, 2 p.m. - 8th grade High School Kickoff and Registration online event | WebEx Link
- Wednesday, February 9 — In-person 8th grade High School Kickoff and Registration event. Additional details coming soon.
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