Kindergarten

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As your child begins the K-12 learning journey, we look forward to discovering their strengths, interests and needs with them as they find their joy in learning.

Personalized learning in modern and flexible learning spaces and preparation for career, college and life start day one. Explore or enroll now.

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Welcome to SLP! 

We are here to help, every step of the way.

Questions: Reach out to enrollment@district16.org or 763-600-5017

Address: District Services Center, 1415 81st Avenue NE Spring Lake Park, MN 55432

Hours: 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday

 

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ATTEND A KINDERGARTEN KICKOFF EVENT IN JANUARY AND FEBRUARY
Kindergarten Kickoff events are for parents and students to attend together to get to know each other in meaningful ways as your child’s kindergarten experience begins. All events are 5:30-7:30 p.m.
  • January 30 - Northpoint Elementary
  • February 1 - Centerview Elementary
  • February 6 - Woodcrest Spanish Immersion
  • February 8 - Park Terrace Elementary
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ENROLL YOUR CHILD IN KINDERGARTEN BY THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 29, 2024
This is the deadline for priority placement. While we accept enrollments throughout the year, spots do fill quickly in our Spanish Immersion program and spaces available to open enrolled students. A lottery drawing may be used. 

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EXPECT TO HEAR FROM US
We will send a letter to your home in late March to confirm your school enrollment. Students who applied for Woodcrest Spanish Immersion or open enrollment will receive an update at this time on their placement. Once your child is enrolled in kindergarten, someone will reach out to learn more about your family and our new student. 

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ATTEND A K IN ACTION EVENT IN MAY
During K in Action events in May, students will connect with each other and kindergarten teachers, do fun activities and get a tour of the school. Parents will get an overview of what to expect in kindergarten, ask questions and drop off materials at the enrollment station. Stay tuned for more information.

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ATTEND KINDER CAMP IN AUGUST
Over three half-days in late August, new kindergartners practice coming to school before any other students are there. Students tour and get to know their school building, engage in fun activities and get introduced to general school routines and expectations. This preparation helps kids gain comfort and confidence for their first days in K. Kinder Camp is completely free and transportation is available. 

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BACK TO SCHOOL INFORMATION WILL ARRIVE IN AUGUSTSchool supply lists, transportation postcards and other important information will be available in the second half of August. Meet and Greet events for each school will take place at the end of summer. 

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We offer full-day, every-day Kindergarten at Centerview, Northpoint and Park Terrace Elementary Schools and Woodcrest Spanish Immersion School. 

Centerview Elementary School

Northpoint Elementary School

Park Terrace Elementary School

Woodcrest Spanish Immersion School

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Whether you live in the district and are a current part of Spring Lake Park Schools or you are new to the district and our schools, you are welcome.

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Why SLP

We serve more than 6,200 students from Blaine, Fridley, Spring Lake Park and surrounding communities. We offer a variety of learning experiences – in-person and online, a commitment to personalized learning for each student and preparation for each student’s unique career, college and life path.

Innovative and Personalized Learning

Each student, beginning in Kindergarten, has a personalized learner profiles with information about how they learn that helps teachers design learning experiences tailored to them.

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Kinder Camp

Your child has the opportunity to attend a free Kinder Camp in August to “practice” coming to school. Students tour and get to know their school building and engage in fun activities and get introduced to general routines and expectations. 

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Flexible Learning Environments

From preschool through high school, students learn in spaces that adapt to different learning experiences and styles. All learning spaces have been renovated, built of remodeled since 2008.

 

STEM and Real-World Learning

Through interdisciplinary, inquiry based, real-world problem solving, we’re inspiring the next creators, designers, inventors, thinkers and leaders

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Career, College and Life Readiness

Each Kindergartener has an opportunity to earn 12 college credits by the end of 12th grade. Along the way, they explore their passions and interests and build academic and life skills to help them succeed in career, college and life.

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Spanish Immersion Programming

From preschool through high school our Spanish Immersion programming is working to develop bilingual graduates including the opportunity to earn college level credits in Spanish. 

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Online Learning Options

SLP Schools Online is Spring Lake Park Schools’ fully online learning option for students in grades K-12. Students experience learning specific to their individual strengths, interests and needs covering the same concepts as their in-school peers but tailored to an online environment.

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Preschool and Early Childhood

The years from birth to the start of kindergarten are an important time for growth and learning. Check out classes, events and programs to provide you with information, support and skills to support your child’s development

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Child Care

Learning Ventures Child Care programs provide high quality child care services that grow with your child from preschool through grade six.

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Health and Immunizations

All students in Spring Lake Park Schools must comply with Minnesota Immunization Laws. All immunizations need to be up-to-date prior to the start of the school year.

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Transportation

All in-district students are eligible for transportation to and from school.

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