Who We Are
High expectations.
High achievement for all.
No excuses.
Welcome to Spring Lake Park Schools! We are a vibrant school community serving about 5,700 students from suburbs in the northern Minneapolis-St. Paul metropolitan area.
Innovative and Personalized Learning
Each student in Spring Lake Park Schools is known by name, strength, interest and need, leading to personalized student work and learning experiences!
STEM and Real-World Learning
We continue to expand our STEM learning for each student in Spring Lake Park Schools. We are redesigning traditional learning experiences and transforming our classrooms to help our students become creators, designers, inventors, thinkers and leaders.
Career and College Readiness and 12x12
Our vision to have every student prepared for college is bold and aspirational. We are collectively committed to designing engaging learning experiences that lead to each student earning 12 college credits by the end of 12th grade.
Innovation and Design
We are creating a system that encourages teacher creativity and doing things differently. Teachers use our 3D Design model to design learning experiences that are meaningful, engaging and enhance student success.
Top-Notch and State of the Art Facilities
Our community has provided the necessary resources to invest in flexible learning spaces for our students. We have designed enriching learning environments that allow teachers to meet the varied needs and interests of students.
Outstanding Financial Management
The school board and district administration have an ongoing commitment of effective management of fiscal resources, which has positioned the district well for the future.
Low Class Sizes
We continue to prioritize investing in teaching and specialist positions to maintain low class sizes. Our class sizes at all grade levels are among the lowest in the metro area and among neighboring districts.
Core Values
As part of our Strategic Plan for the Future, we developed a set of core values to describe how we will work with our learners and each other.
Why I’m #SLPPantherProud
Hear from our staff, students and community about the amazing things that are happening in Spring Lake Park Schools every day.
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Math Teacher, Westwood
I personalize learning for my students by celebrating the mistakes they make. No matter what their learning style is, if they feel safe being wrong, they will always try their best.
![Senior smiling]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1525377469/springlakeparkschoolsorg/pa4ghpgthwcn267vt0bw/Lina-Maurice.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1525377469/springlakeparkschoolsorg/pa4ghpgthwcn267vt0bw/Lina-Maurice.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1525377469/springlakeparkschoolsorg/pa4ghpgthwcn267vt0bw/Lina-Maurice.png","width":680}])
SLPHS Class of 2018
For the past 13 years Spring Lake Park Schools has provided me with a safe place to learn and grow as a person.
![Brenna Edman with her students]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1527706186/springlakeparkschoolsorg/ajzxkootif6tl6jwwvu2/Brenna-Edman.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1527706186/springlakeparkschoolsorg/ajzxkootif6tl6jwwvu2/Brenna-Edman.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1527706186/springlakeparkschoolsorg/ajzxkootif6tl6jwwvu2/Brenna-Edman.jpg","width":760}])
English Learner Academic Specialist, Park Terrace
Every single student I work with makes me #SLPPantherProud! Their passions, perseverance and authenticity are infectious. I am proud to be one of their teachers!
![Teacher helping student]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1525378480/springlakeparkschoolsorg/p1396pe4rmo1glnj8elz/Darrick-Becken.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1525378480/springlakeparkschoolsorg/p1396pe4rmo1glnj8elz/Darrick-Becken.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1525378480/springlakeparkschoolsorg/p1396pe4rmo1glnj8elz/Darrick-Becken.png","width":680}])
Teacher, Centerview
The best part of my day is when the doors open in the morning and students come running in! It's great to see that kids are so excited to be here each day and that they want to get to their class as quick as they can!
![Amy Hennen]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1532435838/springlakeparkschoolsorg/rjkvjpmpjeejaigyzkim/Amy-Hennen.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1532435838/springlakeparkschoolsorg/rjkvjpmpjeejaigyzkim/Amy-Hennen.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1532435838/springlakeparkschoolsorg/rjkvjpmpjeejaigyzkim/Amy-Hennen.jpg","width":600}])
Parent
This entire district is full of the best community, doing all of their work around what is best for kids.
News
In Other News…
![student raising his hand]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1546021642/springlakeparkschoolsorg/h5uq6f3lnocdu3ze3hzz/CV-student-raising-hand.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1546021642/springlakeparkschoolsorg/h5uq6f3lnocdu3ze3hzz/CV-student-raising-hand.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1546021642/springlakeparkschoolsorg/h5uq6f3lnocdu3ze3hzz/CV-student-raising-hand.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1546021642/springlakeparkschoolsorg/h5uq6f3lnocdu3ze3hzz/CV-student-raising-hand.jpg","width":1011}])
It’s time to enroll for the 2019-2020 school year! Learn more about our schools and programs at the following events.
![Two Westwood sixth grade students smiling next to their Civil War presentation poster]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1547671542/springlakeparkschoolsorg/stv4pqpoltlsxhnbwdp2/Civil_War_Presentations.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1547671542/springlakeparkschoolsorg/stv4pqpoltlsxhnbwdp2/Civil_War_Presentations.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1547671542/springlakeparkschoolsorg/stv4pqpoltlsxhnbwdp2/Civil_War_Presentations.jpg","width":683}])
Westwood Intermediate and Middle School sixth grade students having been learning about the Civil War and this week, they showcased their chosen topics to fellow students, staff and family members at a Civil War Presentation event on Tuesday, January 15.
![The SLPHS FCCLA members who advanced to the state competition holding their trophies]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1547572276/springlakeparkschoolsorg/mn4skqrclzhjynyvf8td/FCCLA_competitors_to_state.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1547572276/springlakeparkschoolsorg/mn4skqrclzhjynyvf8td/FCCLA_competitors_to_state.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1547572276/springlakeparkschoolsorg/mn4skqrclzhjynyvf8td/FCCLA_competitors_to_state.jpg","width":640}])
Twelve members of the Spring Lake Park High School Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) chapter advanced to the state competition after competing at the regional FCCLA competition on Friday, January 11.
![Westwood Honor Band Festival students smiling with their instruments]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1547487695/springlakeparkschoolsorg/vkya4rmc4cga4h9ibg9d/WWHonorBand_square.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1547487695/springlakeparkschoolsorg/vkya4rmc4cga4h9ibg9d/WWHonorBand_square.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1547487695/springlakeparkschoolsorg/vkya4rmc4cga4h9ibg9d/WWHonorBand_square.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1547487695/springlakeparkschoolsorg/vkya4rmc4cga4h9ibg9d/WWHonorBand_square.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1547487695/springlakeparkschoolsorg/vkya4rmc4cga4h9ibg9d/WWHonorBand_square.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1547487695/springlakeparkschoolsorg/vkya4rmc4cga4h9ibg9d/WWHonorBand_square.jpg","width":2200}])
Five eighth grade Westwood Intermediate and Middle School band students participated in a day-long Honor Band Festival, sponsored by the Minnesota Band Directors Association – Central Region, on Saturday, January 12 at Elk River High School.
![Woodcrest looping teacher Laura Johnston helping a student with her project]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1547146489/springlakeparkschoolsorg/zqgccchvssunlyffbdk1/Laura_Johnston.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1547146489/springlakeparkschoolsorg/zqgccchvssunlyffbdk1/Laura_Johnston.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1547146489/springlakeparkschoolsorg/zqgccchvssunlyffbdk1/Laura_Johnston.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1547146489/springlakeparkschoolsorg/zqgccchvssunlyffbdk1/Laura_Johnston.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1547146489/springlakeparkschoolsorg/zqgccchvssunlyffbdk1/Laura_Johnston.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1547146489/springlakeparkschoolsorg/zqgccchvssunlyffbdk1/Laura_Johnston.jpg","width":2200}])
Learn why Laura Johnston, 3rd grade Looping Spanish Immersion teacher, is proud to be a Panther!