Spring Lake Park High School
October 21, 2020 Newsletter
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A Message from Principal Boucher
SLPHS Families,
Welcome back from fall break as the weather breaks from tradition and turns unseasonably cold all too early this year. Last week, our teachers did professional learning and began communicating with families around student progress in learning. Our fall conference conversations will continue through the end of October. We appreciate the opportunity to connect and your partnership in your student’s learning.
This month, the counseling office is offering some college planning and Financial Aid sessions for students and families. Learn more in the need to know section, where you will also find information on our 2020 Virtual Academic Lettering Ceremony coming up on October 27. We look forward to recognizing all of the students who will be awarded an Academic Letter as a result of their scholastic performance last year.
Over the fall break, COVID-19 case rates in Anoka County continued to rise. We receive updates from Minnesota Department of Health weekly and continue to monitor the numbers and trends and align to the state’s learning plan guidance. Our goal continues to be keeping our school buildings open for learning, and we ask that our entire community continue to follow public health guidance to help control the spread of the virus in our communities.
Here are a few important upcoming dates to note:
- October 27: Virtual Academic Lettering Ceremony premiers at 7 p.m.
- October 28: Applications for free and reduced-price meals are due. See more information below and please take time to submit an application, even if you do not believe you will qualify. Applications must be completed each year. The funding provides much more than free and reduced price meals, so please take time to do this if you haven’t already.
- November 26-27: Thanksgiving - No school
- December 4: End of Trimester 1
Stay warm and safe with the first flakes of winter…
Matthew Boucher
Principal
The sights and sounds of Spring Lake Park Schools in 2020
In a normal year, families have opportunities to visit school. In a normal year, they can see firsthand what their student's day is like. Unfortunately, this isn't a normal year. That's why we've brought some of the sights and sounds from the first few weeks of this school year to you.
Apply now: Free or reduced-price meal benefits provide much more than food
The deadline to apply for free and reduced-price meal benefits is approaching on October 28, 2020. Please take a few minutes to complete and submit the application - even if you don't think you will qualify. It's about much more than meals.
You could be eligible for:
- Reduced fares on Metro Transit through the Transit Assistance Program. Anyone in a household with a student receiving Free or Reduced Lunch is eligible to receive this reduced fare.
- Reduced fees for athletics and activities
- Reduced fees for in-home internet access
A new application must be completed each school year. Families who have not applied for these benefits should apply right away.
Questions? Contact the Nutrition Services Department at 763-600-5041.
COVID-19 Community Testing Locations
For more information, please view our website.
Upcoming SLPHS College Events and Virtual Academic Lettering Event Information
The SLPHS counseling team has many activities and opportunities for our 9-12 grade students to learn about college this month! Currently, seniors are having one-on-one meetings with their counselor to discuss planning for next year. We hope and invite families to take part in these various learning opportunities as well.
- FAFSA Virtual Event, October 23 at 2 p.m. - Senior students and parents interested in learning more about completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and College Financial Aid will want to see this! The event will be presented by Karla and Nawang, admissions personal with the University of Minnesota - Duluth. The live presentation begins at 2 p.m. with a Q&A to follow. Event will be presented in Spanish and English. Click here for the link to the presentation.
- One-on-one Virtual FAFSA or Dream Act virtual sessions, October 30 - Sign-up for one-on-one FAFSA / Dream Act help with local Admissions Reps. This is a great opportunity to ask questions in a private meeting
Virtual Academic Lettering Event - October 27 at 7 p.m.
Although we can't gather in person this year, we will still celebrate student academic success for the 2019-2020 school year via a virtual ceremony event on Tuesday, October 27 at 7 p.m.
This virtual event will premier live on YouTube - we will send the video link to event participants via email the morning of Tuesday, October 27 and will also post it to our website. Awards will be sent home this week for photo opportunities during the virtual presentation. Congratulations to all of our students who achieved this honor!
For all the latest information and events on Career and College Readiness at SLPHS, visit our Career and College Planning Hub.
New iPad icon for daily SLPHS student announcements
High school students may have noticed that a new app icon has been added to the iPad home screen for "Student Announcements." This links to helpful announcements specific to SLPHS students that are published daily. The daily student announcements are also available on the website.
Lighthouse student Natalie Horwath is a National Merit Semifinalist
Read the full story on Natalie's accomplishment on the website.
Students design face masks to address common problems
Read more about this project and the student mask prototype designs.
- October 23 - FAFSA Virtual Event, 2 p.m.
- October 27 - Virtual Academic Lettering Ceremony, 7 p.m.
- October 28 - Applications for free and reduced-price meals are due
- October 30 - One-on-one Virtual FAFSA or Dream Act virtual sessions
- November 26-27 - Thanksgiving, No School
- December 4 - End of Tri 1
Register Now for Upcoming Youth and Adult Community Education Classes
Community Education has a number of youth and adult programs available now for registration. Visit the website to view availability and details or call Community Education at 763-600-5050.
Take-Home Art Activities
For youth, take-home art activities are available for pick-up on Wednesdays and will keep your child's mind active and creative! Craft offerings include build a birdhouse kit, ceramic bird ornaments, confetti bowl kit, fall wind chimes, science at home, sun catcher, wooden treasure box and ceramic leaf bowls. Check the website often as more take-home activities will be added throughout the year. Register today!
Instant Pot Cook-Alongs
For adults, participate in a virtual cook-along class with a trained instructor to make delicious meals from your home! Menu offerings include BBQ sandwiches, chicken marsala and curry, copycat White Castle sliders and a holiday themed dish. Register today!
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