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.
Programs for Early Learners
We offer a wide variety of classes, events and opportunities through our Early Childhood and Preschool programs.
Learning Ventures Child Care Program
Our Learning Ventures Child Care program provides high-quality services that will grow with your child.
Programming for Adults
A variety of adult enrichment programs are available through Spring Lake Park Schools Community Education.
Facilities Rental
Spring Lake Park Schools facilities are available for rental to individuals, organizations and businesses in the community.
Panther Store
The Panther Store is filled with spirit items for students, staff, parents and community members to purchase.
Panther Pride
Amazing things are happening every day in our Community Education programs – learn more about our stories and voices.
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.
![Preschool teacher building wooden trucks with student]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1525377778/springlakeparkschoolsorg/dugsjbcxfqpjg2i3rfnu/Jenna-Quant.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1525377778/springlakeparkschoolsorg/dugsjbcxfqpjg2i3rfnu/Jenna-Quant.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1525377778/springlakeparkschoolsorg/dugsjbcxfqpjg2i3rfnu/Jenna-Quant.png","width":680}])
Jenna Quant
Discovery Days Preschool Teacher
I'm #SLPPantherProud to see my students realize that they are artists, scientists, readers, writers, inventors, and most importantly they are friends.
![Wendy-Logan]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1532448696/springlakeparkschoolsorg/gaztqqt4w8qcjzcvvvgq/Wendy-Logan.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1532448696/springlakeparkschoolsorg/gaztqqt4w8qcjzcvvvgq/Wendy-Logan.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1532448696/springlakeparkschoolsorg/gaztqqt4w8qcjzcvvvgq/Wendy-Logan.jpg","width":600}])
Wendy Logan
Kindergarten Readiness Preschool Teacher
I am #SLPPantherProud because I have the opportunity to serve families in our community who need it most! I am proud to be a child's first teacher, on the journey of their educational career.
![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}])
Amy Hennen
Parent
This entire district is full of the best community, doing all of their work around what is best for kids.
![Student smiling playing with Playdough]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1532448634/springlakeparkschoolsorg/vw1cucb1e3xtijplzwuu/Early-Childhood-smiling.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1532448634/springlakeparkschoolsorg/vw1cucb1e3xtijplzwuu/Early-Childhood-smiling.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1532448634/springlakeparkschoolsorg/vw1cucb1e3xtijplzwuu/Early-Childhood-smiling.jpg","width":600}])
Sue Wimler
Early Childhood Teacher Leader/Continuous Improvement & Innovation Coach
We design open-ended, creative activities based on the interests and needs of our students, and the program goals. We engage our curious learners through conversations, play and having fun!
![Julie Jeppson]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1532441043/springlakeparkschoolsorg/h2pb8xfqruftfduv0vbd/Julie-Jeppson.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1532441043/springlakeparkschoolsorg/h2pb8xfqruftfduv0vbd/Julie-Jeppson.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1532441043/springlakeparkschoolsorg/h2pb8xfqruftfduv0vbd/Julie-Jeppson.jpg","width":600}])
Julie Jeppson
Parent, Northpoint
Panther Pride is alive and well!
News
In Other News…
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The Spring Lake Park School Board held a regular meeting on Tuesday, September 10.
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Spring Lake Park Schools held its annual Staff Kick-Off event on Tuesday, August 27 where more than 80 new staff members were welcomed to this district.
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To welcome back students and families to the 2019-2020 school year, Spring Lake Park School’s staff from across the district have created Flipgrid videos to introduce themselves and share why they are excited for this school year.
![Director of Communications and Marketing Erika Taibl's headshot]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1564679848/springlakeparkschoolsorg/sgjckhegvhnqdwxbikzm/ErikaTaiblHeadshot-2017-small_square.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1564679848/springlakeparkschoolsorg/sgjckhegvhnqdwxbikzm/ErikaTaiblHeadshot-2017-small_square.jpg","width":500}])
Spring Lake Park Schools is excited to welcome Erika Taibl as the district’s new director of communications and marketing. Taibl will be responsible for strategic communications, marketing and public relations.
![Westwood students smiling, doing work on their iPads]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1547656954/springlakeparkschoolsorg/un8oaodhnbjayocgruuj/WW-Stock-Photos0565.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1547656954/springlakeparkschoolsorg/un8oaodhnbjayocgruuj/WW-Stock-Photos0565.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1547656954/springlakeparkschoolsorg/un8oaodhnbjayocgruuj/WW-Stock-Photos0565.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1547656954/springlakeparkschoolsorg/un8oaodhnbjayocgruuj/WW-Stock-Photos0565.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1547656954/springlakeparkschoolsorg/un8oaodhnbjayocgruuj/WW-Stock-Photos0565.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1547656954/springlakeparkschoolsorg/un8oaodhnbjayocgruuj/WW-Stock-Photos0565.jpg","width":2200}])
All grades 4-12 students in Spring Lake Park Schools will be provided an iPad for use in the classroom and to take home. For the 2019-2020 school year, the cost of the iPad Protection Plan will be $10 per student, with a deductible to cover damage to the iPad or if it is lost or stolen.
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On Tuesday, November 5, 2019, voters will elect three residents to serve on the seven-member school board of Spring Lake Park Schools, serving Blaine, Fridley and Spring Lake Park. These seats are currently held by Jim Amundson, Tony Easter and Amy Hennen.
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