Spring Lake Park Schools, MN - District 16





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2008-09 Back-to-School Information

The beginning of school is now just around the corner.  This section provides important back-to-school information, including the full-year calendar, for School District 16 students and families.
 
 
Click on a link below to view that section of the website:
 
 
 
 
School Calendar

Choose a calender to download below. 
Printed copies of the full school calendar will be mailed to homes about the third week in August.
 
 
 
First Day of School

Tuesday, September 2
     first day of school for:
  • grades 1-8 students
  • all high school 9th graders (orientation day)
  • all grades 10-12 students who are new to the school (orientation day)
Wednesday, September 3
     first day of school for:
  • returning grades 10-12 students (who are not new to the school)
  • Kindergarten Plus students
Thursday, September 4
     first day of school for:
  •  morning and afternoon kindergarten students
Northpoint Open House

August 21 Community Open House from 4:00 to 7:30 pm.  
Northpoint Elementary's main office will open on August 11 with summer hours of 8:00 am to 4:00 pm. The voicemail message line is 763-754-9700.
Those interested in enrollment information can call or visit the District Services Center (763-786-5570, 1415 81st Avenue NE, Spring Lake Park)  or visit the district's website.
 
 
Meet & Greet Your Teachers

Northpoint, Park Terrace, & Woodcrest Elementary
Wednesday, August 27
4:00 - 5:30 pm
 
Westwood Intermediate School
Tuesday, August 26
5:00 - 7:00 pm
 
Westwood Middle School
Wednesday, August 27
4:30 - 7:00 pm
 
 
 
School Supply Lists

It's time to shop for school supplies!.  Click on the appropriate links below for 2008-09 lists:
 
 

Fall Athletics Information

Registration for all fall Spring Lake Park High School sports begins July 28.  Stop by the Spring Lake Park High School Athletic/Activities Office Monday through Thursday, between the hours of 8 am and 4 pm.
 
Fall Parent/Athlete Registration & Orientation Meeting
On Monday, August 4th there will be an Orientation/Registration meeting in the new Competition Gym at SLP High School for all athletes in grades 9-12 (along with middle school athletes who are competing with their 7-12 HS sport) and their parents. The meeting starts at 6:30pm with individual team meetings at 7:10pm. Fall registration packets will be available on July 28th.
 
 
All fall sports teams begin practicing
Monday, August 11 is the first day of practice for all grades 9-12 sports.
 
 
Childcare Options

Kids’ Club provides quality childcare before- and after-school for children attending District 16 schools in grades K-8 and all-day licensed daycare for children who are four-years old by September 1 of the current year. The program promotes learning and growth in all areas of development through interesting and fun activities. Kids’ Club begins with the first day of school each September and ends with the last day of school each June. Full-day care during non-school days (School Release Days) is also available and Summer care is available, as well.
 
Before-and after-school childcare, and all-day licensed daycare.  Learn more.

Panther Planet - Grades 4 through 8
Panther Planet provides the same excellent before- or after-school care with a little older twist.  Learn more.
 
Our all-day licensed childcare program is especially designed for children who are four-years-old by September 1 of the current school year. Learn more.
 

 

Early Childhood Opportunities

Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) Classes
 
Semester 1 - Fall session: September 8, 2008-  January 16, 2009

Registration for the Fall 2008 semester will begin on Monday, August 4, 2008 at 8:00 a.m. You may register in-person at the Early Childhood office at Woodcrest in Fridley or on-line at http://www.springlakeparkscomservices.com
Most ECFE classes are offered at the Early Childhood Center at Woodcrest Elementary. Several shorter series of evening ECFE classes will be held at Northpoint Elementary in Blaine. See our new 2008-09 brochure for full details.

Preschool/School-Readiness Classes
Learn and Play Preschool (Woodcrest and Northpoint Elementary)
Preschool Partners (Woodcrest)

Morning Classes 9:00-11:30 a.m.
Afternoon Classes 12:45-3:15 p.m.

Orientation week is September 2-5.  Classes begin week of September 8.
 
Families, who have children under age 5, not receiving an Early Childhood brochure by early August should call the Early Childhood office at 763-785-5560 to request a brochure AND also call Tammy Kaiser at 763-785-5508 to be put on the census.
 
 
Bus Stop Information & Bus Safety

High School Students
Reminder: High school students requiring bus transportation must sign up for this service.  The letter of explanation and sign-up form are below:
 
 
Wednesday, August 20
K-5 Family Bus Safety Evening, 6-7:30 pm, District Services Center Parking Lot
 
Friday, August 22
Bus stop information for 2008-09 will be mailed to homes by this date.
 
Daily School Schedule for 2008-09

Grades K-3
Northpoint Elementary, Woodcrest Elementary, Park Terrace Elementary
Grades 1-3 & K Plus 9:20 am - 3:40 pm
Morning Kindergarten 9:20 am - 11:50 am
Afternoon Kindergarten 1:10 pm - 3:40 pm
 
Grades 4-5
Westwood Intermediate School 8:50 am - 3:15 pm
 
 
Grades 6-8
Westwood Middle School 8:05 am - 2:40 pm
 

Grades 9-12
Note: New end time to accomodate longer passing periods due to construction.
Spring Lake Park High School 7:25 am - 2:30 pm
Learning Alternatives
Community School
7:15 am - 8:00 p.m.
LA daily hours vary. Call for specifics
 
 
New to the District? Questions about enrollment?

Families that are new to the district or anyone with questions about enrollment or attendance areas should call 763-786-5570 or visit the District Services Center located at 1415 81st Ave NE, Spring Lake Park, MN 55432.
 
District Services Center

District Office 763-786-5570
Transportation 763-785-5512
Enrollment 763-785-5508
 
 
Schools

Northpoint Elementary 763-754-9700
Park Terrace Elementary 763-784-8983
Woodcrest Elementary 763-784-9293
Westwood Intermediate School 763-784-8551
Westwood Middle School 763-784-8625
Spring Lake Park High School 763-786-5571
Learning Alternatives & 763-785-5531
The Lighthouse Program
Distance Learning 763-795-5139
Early Childhood 763-785-5560
 
 
Community Education

Community Education Office 763-786-1338
Kids Club Childcare 763-786-1338
 
Athletics & Activities

Athletic & Activity Office 763-785-5549