Spring Lake Park High School
May 19, 2021 Newsletter
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A Message for Principal Boucher
SLPHS Families
We are nearing the end of the year, but still have plenty of work to do with our students to solidify their learning and readiness for graduation and next year. I want to remind you that staff are available each day (except Wednesdays) to support students from 8:10-8:40 a.m. during Support and Extension Time (SET). As we approach the end of the term and summative assessment, I encourage students to use SET to get the help they need to finish strong.
We want to provide every opportunity for students to demonstrate their learning and progress toward identified learning outcomes and graduation. In addition, we will be assigning students to summer school who earned Not Yet (NY) or No Evidence (NE) in any of their core courses from this year. We will send summer school letters out next week to families/students who are assigned to summer school.
Lastly, I am glad to see more faces in our community as I am out and about. And, I want to remind students and families that schools are required to continue with our health and safety efforts through the end of the school year. Based on the current guidance from the Minnesota Department of Education and Minnesota Department of Health based on CDC recommendations, we will continue to wear face masks.
We are expecting updated guidance for schools from the CDC in the next few weeks. We are excited for the potential for next year to be very different – with the return of more smiling faces – not just smiling eyes.
Thank you as always for your ongoing support and partnership. Together we will end the school year productively and positively while building brighter futures, with your support.
Matthew Boucher
Principal
Vaccines available for people 12 and older
The Pfizer vaccine has now been approved for Minnesotans age 12- through 17-years-old. Students in this age range can get vaccinated for free at state sites that have Pfizer vaccine available: Bloomington (Mall of America), Saint Paul (Roy Wilkins Auditorium), Lino Lakes, and Oakdale. Local vaccine clinics are also emerging across our community. You can talk to your child’s health care provider, visit the state’s Find Vaccine Locations tool, or go to Vaccines.gov to search for providers administering Pfizer vaccines.
COVID-19 testing available for students grades 6-12
COVID-19 testing will be available to students in grades 6-12 through school every two weeks through the end of the year. If students/families want their student to get a COVID test through school, students can pick up a testing kit from the school health office on Friday, May 21 and return it to the health office on Monday, May 24. Results are available within 24-48 hours of the test being returned.
Science Fair Star
Lighthouse School 8th grader Elizabeth Levinshteyn has earned serious science fair accolades this year for her project developing a test to detect mutants of the SARS-CoV2 virus that causes COVID-19. A lifelong love of science has since led her to win multiple awards in science and engineering fairs for various projects. #SLPPantherProud
Hear more from Elizabeth about how her passion for science started and what inspires her to stay curious and keep experimenting: https://bit.ly/2RSu5WT
Junior earns 2nd place at DECA Conference
SLPHS junior DECA member Lindsey Hildrum earned the organization’s highest honors at DECA’s International Career Development Conference (ICDC) held virtually during the month of April this year.
Lindsey competed in the Hospitality and Tourism Professional Selling Event and took 2nd Place. Her event was sponsored so she will be receiving $500 for taking 2nd place in the event.
Nearly 13,000 DECA members competed during the virtual conference, representing the best-of-the-best from association conferences that qualified them to attend this elite group of competitors.
About DECA:
DECA is a career and technical student organization that prepares emerging leaders and entrepreneurs who are interested in careers in marketing, finance, hospitality, and management.
SLPHS Varsity Bowling Team
The team earned their spot at the state tournament with a 5th place finish in the Super Regionals on May 15. 20 teams will be competing for the state championship on Sunday.
Team members are sophomores Noah Clayson, Dylan Hodney, and Ben Kulaga, and juniors Brenden Geiselhart and Zander Crawford. The team is coached by Mike Devine.
The SLP Varsity bowling team had the 8th highest average in the state during the regular season, just below 197 on the season.
Class of 2021 Senior Spotlight
Mackenzie Monsrud
After graduation, Mackenzie plans to take a gap year. For six months of that gap year, she will be attending a Bible School in Germany. After that, there are no plans, but she remains excited for whatever it may be!
Josh Nygaard
After graduation, Josh will be attending Michigan Technological University’s College of Computing and will major in computer science with a focus on game development.
Shivangi Pandey
After graduation, Shivangi plans to attend the University of Minnesota – Twin Cities and study at the College of Science and Engineering.
- May 19 - Awards Ceremony at 7 p.m., Panther Gym
- June 10 - Last day of school
- June 11 - Graduation at 7 p.m., Mariucci Arena (University of Minnesota – Twin Cities)
Shop the end-of-year community Panther Store sale!
The end-of-year Panther Store sale will take place May 19-June 2. Take 10% off everything with code 21EndofYearSale. Purchase your graduation gifts…thank you presents for staff…retirement treasures!
Shop the Panther Store today. Personal shopping appointments available, email PantherStore@district16.org to set one up today.
Find your SPARK this summer
With summer youth programs registration now open, it is the perfect time to find your SPARK this summer with Community Education! Whether it's a new sport or activity or to meet new friends, kids can make the most of their summer through these programs. View the digital handout here and find all of our Camp and Clinic opportunities here.
Club Spotlight of the Week:
Competitive Speech Camp, Gr. 6-10
Summer Strength and Speed Program, Gr. 6-12
HS Football Camps led by John Stewart, SLPHS Varsity Football Coach and staff
- Strength & Speed Training (Gr. 9-12) For students going into grades 9-12 for the 2021-2022 school year. Stronger & Faster athletes perform better on the field, have fewer injuries and are better prepared to give their best to the TEAM. Panther Football Strength and Speed Camp is a 3 day a week lifting program run by our High School Football Coaching Staff that is based on Bigger, Faster, Stronger training principles. Training with your teammates not only develops the individual athlete but also provides opportunities to build relationships with each other and our coaching staff. Players register for the group time that best fits their schedule. Register for Strength & Speed Training, Gr. 9-12.
- HS Mini Football Camp (Gr. 9-12) For students going into grades 9-12 for the 2021-2022 school year. Mini Camp is THE camp for all players in the High School Football Program. Mini Camp is a technique, skill and scheme camp. Players will work with our High School Coaching Staff to learn and refine individual skills and techniques as well as begin scheme work for the 2021 season. In order to participate in Mini Camp players must also be registered for Strength & Speed Camp. For 2021 Mini Camp will be on Monday & Friday between Strength & Speed Camp group times (approx. 8:10 – 9:50 a.m.). Register for HS Mini Camp.
Panther Foundation Seeks Board Candidates
Take your impact and support of Spring Lake Park Schools to the next level, apply to join the Panther Foundation Board of Directors. The board of directors includes parents, alumni, community members, business leaders and staff. We are seeking candidates who have a passion and commitment to the students and families in the Spring Lake Park School district. Individuals who are ready to share time, talents and resources with the foundation to support and enhance the efforts that contribute to our success. Positions are volunteer, begin in July and are a three-year commitment. To learn more and to apply today visit our website.
Register for the 8th Annual Panther Foundation Golf Fundraiser
Golf with the Panther Foundation and support SLP Athletics & Activities. The 8th Annual Panther Foundation Golf Fundraiser is Monday, June 28, 2021 at Victory Links. All proceeds support our world-class Athletics and Activities opportunities for our students. Spend the day on the links supporting a great cause, register today. A great way to show your support and to advertise your business is sponsor a hole for $150. Hole sponsorships are great for families, businesses, alumni, etc. Thank you for your support. Check out the golf fundraiser flyer for more details.
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