Spring Lake Park High School
April 6, 2022 Newsletter
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SLPHS Families,
I do want to take a moment to recognize and appreciate all the paraprofessionals at the high school and throughout Spring Lake Park Schools for the work they do in support of our students. While today is national paraprofessional appreciation day, our paraprofessionals have a positive impact on students every day of the school year. I deeply appreciate the professionalism and compassion they show on a daily basis, and their persistent effort to support student growth and success. Thank you to our paraprofessionals for the difference they make.
Today, I am also full of appreciation for our school community – families and staff – for supporting yesterday’s ACT test administration for our junior class. We were able to create a very supportive testing environment at school while students in other grades engaged in asynchronous learning at home. Thank you again for your support and understanding.
The Career Fair today was a smashing success. We welcomed more than 100 businesses and organizations to engage with students. Students had an opportunity to explore a variety of different career sectors and talk directly with people working in those fields and specific businesses. See the full, impressive list of participants.
Finally, I want to remind families that there is no school for students next Friday, April 15. I want to get this on family’s calendars now so you can plan ahead.
Spring weather is coming, at some point, and trimester 3 will go fast. Thank you for your on-going partnership as we continue to build one school, one community, #SLPPantherProud!
Matthew Boucher
Principal
SLPHS Prom - Saturday, May 7
Prom will be at the Courtyards of Andover from 8-11 p.m. Grand March will take place prior to the dance in the SLPHS Stadium (FAC If inclement weather) at 6:30 p.m. Ticket cost is $25 per ticket.
Ticket sales begin tomorrow - schedule for sales as follows:
- Thursday & Friday, April 7 and 8
- Before Schoo l- 7:40-8 a.m. in the cafeteria
- Monday & Tuesday, April 11 and 12
- Before School - 7:40-8 a.m. in the cafeteria
- After School - 3-3:20 p.m. in the rotunda
- Wednesday-Friday, April 20-22
- Before School - 7:40-8 a.m. in the cafeteria
- After School - 3-3:20 p.m. in the rotunda
- Monday-Friday, April 25-29
- Before School - 7:40-8 a.m. in the cafeteria
- After School - 3-3:20 p.m. in the rotunda
For each prom ticket sold, a Grand March ticket will be given for a parent or guest. Additional tickets ($2 each) will be sold at the HS Stadium - Home Gate on Able Street.
12 by 12: 12 college credits by 12th grade
By the time Senior Dian Castro graduates from Spring Lake Park High School, she will have earned 43 college credits. She’s on track to go to college to study engineering. Junior Hunter Mlinarcik is also earning college credits with his sights set on pursuing a career in the trades.
Dian and Hunter plan to take two different paths after graduation. Both are realizing an important goal at Spring Lake Park Schools by earning 12 (or more) college credits by the end of 12th grade. It’s a goal known to Panthers as 12 by 12.
Over the past seven years, Spring Lake Park Schools has made it a priority to provide high school students with various opportunities and paths to earn college credits while in high school. Students will need at least some college level work for whatever comes next, whether they choose a 2-year or 4-year college degree or technical training and career.
Winter highlights: Panther athletics and activities
With six winter girls’ sports, six winter boys’ sports and 44 student-based interest clubs and co-curricular activities at Spring Lake Park High School, there were abundant opportunities this winter for students to find connection, belonging and purpose beyond the classroom. These opportunities allow students to participate and pursue excellence in their areas of interest.
This winter, athletes in several sports were state-bound. Boys swimming had one of their best seasons ever – placing 9th at the state meet. The math team finished the regular season second in the section and 14th overall in the state.
From the figure skating rink to the basketball court to knowledge bowl and one act play competitions, we shared our excellence and panther pride wherever we went. It was a world-class winter.
Check out all the athletics and activities highlights and view the photo album.
Today's Career Fair Highlights
Today, students interacted with 100+ professionals across a multitude of industry pathways at the SLPHS Career Fair. Students had the chance to have conversations with representatives about future career paths and many interacted with fun, hands-on experiences related to the various career fields.
We're committed to providing these experiences to promote post-secondary considerations with our students in collaboration with so many community and industry partners. Thank you to the representatives, staff and students for making this event a success!
- Friday, April 15 - No school
- Saturday, May 7 - Prom
It's time to register for summer programs!
Make it a full summer at SLP with programs for grades K-12. From athletic camps with SLP coaches, to field trips and other community experiences to enrichment programming, child care options and more, we’ll keep your student learning, growing and having fun. View program highlights below and find a full list of youth summer programs here.
Family Program
Taylors Falls Scenic Boat Tour: Are you looking for the perfect way to kick off Father's Day weekend? Take a trip down the majestic St. Croix River on paddlewheel boat while learning about the unique history of the area and taking in the natural beauty! After the river excursion stick around to explore the many shops, restaurants, and other attractions Taylors Falls has to offer. This is a perfect day trip for the whole family. Takes place on June 9, 2022.
Tickets available for SLPHS spring musical "Oklahoma!"
Come support our SLPHS theater students in an upcoming production of "Oklahoma!" at the SLPHS Fine Arts Center. Purchase your tickets online or for a $1 more at the door.
About the show
In a Western territory just after the turn of the 20th century, a high-spirited rivalry between local farmers and cowboys provides a colorful background for Curly, a charming cowboy, and Laurey, a feisty farm girl, to play out their love story. Their romantic journey, as bumpy as a surrey ride down a country road, contrasts with the comic exploits of brazen Ado Annie and hapless Will Parker in a musical adventure embracing hope, determination and the promise of a new land.
"It's going to be a pretty phenomenal show - a unique and thought-provoking take on this old chestnut." - Kevin Dutcher, SLPHS theater director
Performances:
- Friday, April 22, 7 p.m.
- Saturday, April 23, 2 p.m.
- Friday, April 29, 7 p.m.
- Saturday, April 30, 7 p.m.
- Sunday, May 1, 2 p.m.
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