Who We Are
High expectations.
High achievement for all.
No excuses.
Welcome to Northpoint Elementary School in Blaine! We are one of three elementary schools in Spring Lake Park Schools serving grades in preK-4.
Innovative and Personalized Learning
Each student at Northpoint Elementary School is known by name, strength, interest and need, leading to personalized student work and learning experiences.
Focus on Literacy
All elementary students in Spring Lake Park Schools spend 120 minutes each day on reading instruction with 60 minutes in smaller groups focused on specific student needs.
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 12 x 12
We are collectively committed to designing engaging learning experiences that lead to each student earning 12 college credits by the end of 12th grade.
Low Class Sizes
One of our top priorities is to maintain low class sizes. Our class sizes at elementary grade levels are among the lowest in the metro area and among neighboring districts.
State of the Art Facilities
Parts of Northpoint have been redesigned to provide flexible learning environments that allow teachers to meet the varied needs and interests of students.
Panther Pride
Amazing things are happening every day at Northpoint Elementary School – learn more about our Northpoint stories and voices.
Why I’m #SLPPantherProud
Hear from our staff, students and community about the amazing things that are happening at Northpoint every day.
![Katrina McCarthy]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1532438435/springlakeparkschoolsorg/qgcl3ztxtjx3jxgmie47/Katrina-McCarthy.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1532438435/springlakeparkschoolsorg/qgcl3ztxtjx3jxgmie47/Katrina-McCarthy.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1532438435/springlakeparkschoolsorg/qgcl3ztxtjx3jxgmie47/Katrina-McCarthy.jpg","width":600}])
Teacher, Northpoint
I am #SLPPantherProud because of our children, families and co-workers who all inspire, challenge, push and support me! I am also so excited by the technology - not just electronically but new and innovative ideas we use to engage our students.
![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}])
Parent, Northpoint
Panther Pride is alive and well!
![Audrey Hendrickson working with a student]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1532441135/springlakeparkschoolsorg/fswbgik2c36yao7sjw7b/Audrey-Hendrickson.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1532441135/springlakeparkschoolsorg/fswbgik2c36yao7sjw7b/Audrey-Hendrickson.jpg","width":500}])
Teacher, Northpoint
It is really exciting to work in a school district where teachers are given opportunities to design engaging lessons for our student population. We are encouraged and expected to try new things daily.
![Judi-Kahoun sitting with students]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1532440684/springlakeparkschoolsorg/qrqwa0gmwmjwxyi8u91w/Judi-Kahoun.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1532440684/springlakeparkschoolsorg/qrqwa0gmwmjwxyi8u91w/Judi-Kahoun.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1532440684/springlakeparkschoolsorg/qrqwa0gmwmjwxyi8u91w/Judi-Kahoun.jpg","width":600}])
Principal, Northpoint
I really feel Northpoint is a special place. We want to get to know each child not only by name, but by interest, strength, need and how they best learn.
![Teacher working with student on iPad]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1525378510/springlakeparkschoolsorg/pcraofdk5fkmecqbzzf2/Karlie-Storlie.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1525378510/springlakeparkschoolsorg/pcraofdk5fkmecqbzzf2/Karlie-Storlie.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1525378510/springlakeparkschoolsorg/pcraofdk5fkmecqbzzf2/Karlie-Storlie.png","width":680}])
Teacher, Northpoint
We are constantly pausing to ask questions and reflect to create a better learning community for our kiddos- and that's something to be #SLPPantherProud about!
News
In Other News…
![Presentation of 2019 financial award at September board meeting]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1568316638/springlakeparkschoolsorg/ww7qaz3xkr2kkheryhsn/2019DistrictFinancialAward.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1568316638/springlakeparkschoolsorg/ww7qaz3xkr2kkheryhsn/2019DistrictFinancialAward.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1568316638/springlakeparkschoolsorg/ww7qaz3xkr2kkheryhsn/2019DistrictFinancialAward.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1568316638/springlakeparkschoolsorg/ww7qaz3xkr2kkheryhsn/2019DistrictFinancialAward.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1568316638/springlakeparkschoolsorg/ww7qaz3xkr2kkheryhsn/2019DistrictFinancialAward.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1568316638/springlakeparkschoolsorg/ww7qaz3xkr2kkheryhsn/2019DistrictFinancialAward.jpg","width":2200}])
The Spring Lake Park School Board held a regular meeting on Tuesday, September 10.
![R & B Hip Hop Concert poster]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1568304446/springlakeparkschoolsorg/zxbkkun5hm6eld4ikydd/Showcase2019HipHopPostersquare.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1568304446/springlakeparkschoolsorg/zxbkkun5hm6eld4ikydd/Showcase2019HipHopPostersquare.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1568304446/springlakeparkschoolsorg/zxbkkun5hm6eld4ikydd/Showcase2019HipHopPostersquare.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1568304446/springlakeparkschoolsorg/zxbkkun5hm6eld4ikydd/Showcase2019HipHopPostersquare.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1568304446/springlakeparkschoolsorg/zxbkkun5hm6eld4ikydd/Showcase2019HipHopPostersquare.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1568304446/springlakeparkschoolsorg/zxbkkun5hm6eld4ikydd/Showcase2019HipHopPostersquare.jpg","width":1870}])
Mark your calendar for the R & B Hip Hop Revue Band Showcase, coming Monday, October 7 at 7 p.m. in the Spring Lake Park High School’s (SLPHS) Fine Arts Center and the Young People’s Concert on Tuesday, October 8 at 6 p.m. in the SLPHS Fine Arts Center
![24 staff members who being recognized for 20 and 30 years of service]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1567101224/springlakeparkschoolsorg/pl3yxpd3waj7mnwvlnei/Staff_Kick_Off_2019.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1567101224/springlakeparkschoolsorg/pl3yxpd3waj7mnwvlnei/Staff_Kick_Off_2019.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1567101224/springlakeparkschoolsorg/pl3yxpd3waj7mnwvlnei/Staff_Kick_Off_2019.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1567101224/springlakeparkschoolsorg/pl3yxpd3waj7mnwvlnei/Staff_Kick_Off_2019.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1567101224/springlakeparkschoolsorg/pl3yxpd3waj7mnwvlnei/Staff_Kick_Off_2019.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1567101224/springlakeparkschoolsorg/pl3yxpd3waj7mnwvlnei/Staff_Kick_Off_2019.jpg","width":2200}])
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.
![Flip grid Back to School 2019 image with four students smiling]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1567091099/springlakeparkschoolsorg/z3eswl3lrttgd7pexrp9/ScreenShot2019-08-29at100248AM.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1567091099/springlakeparkschoolsorg/z3eswl3lrttgd7pexrp9/ScreenShot2019-08-29at100248AM.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1567091099/springlakeparkschoolsorg/z3eswl3lrttgd7pexrp9/ScreenShot2019-08-29at100248AM.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1567091099/springlakeparkschoolsorg/z3eswl3lrttgd7pexrp9/ScreenShot2019-08-29at100248AM.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1567091099/springlakeparkschoolsorg/z3eswl3lrttgd7pexrp9/ScreenShot2019-08-29at100248AM.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1567091099/springlakeparkschoolsorg/z3eswl3lrttgd7pexrp9/ScreenShot2019-08-29at100248AM.png","width":1728}])
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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