Who We Are
High expectations.
High achievement for all.
No excuses.
Welcome to Park Terrace Elementary School in Spring Lake Park! We are one of three elementary schools serving Spring Lake Park Schools' students in grades preK-4.
Innovative and Personalized Learning
Each student at Park Terrace 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
Many portions of Park Terrace 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 Park Terrace Elementary School – learn more about our Park Terrace 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.
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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!
![Kim Fehringer smiling]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1532366720/springlakeparkschoolsorg/xeltl5t2pmbqkrzyy32z/Kim-Fehringer.gif","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1532366720/springlakeparkschoolsorg/xeltl5t2pmbqkrzyy32z/Kim-Fehringer.gif","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1532366720/springlakeparkschoolsorg/xeltl5t2pmbqkrzyy32z/Kim-Fehringer.gif","width":680}])
Principal, Park Terrace
We work really hard to create an environment where students and families feel that sense of value and belonging.
![Yesica Garay Muñoz]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1532366431/springlakeparkschoolsorg/dlyhemsqbig5kfrwvi3r/Yesica-Garay-Munoz.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1532366431/springlakeparkschoolsorg/dlyhemsqbig5kfrwvi3r/Yesica-Garay-Munoz.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1532366431/springlakeparkschoolsorg/dlyhemsqbig5kfrwvi3r/Yesica-Garay-Munoz.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1532366431/springlakeparkschoolsorg/dlyhemsqbig5kfrwvi3r/Yesica-Garay-Munoz.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1532366431/springlakeparkschoolsorg/dlyhemsqbig5kfrwvi3r/Yesica-Garay-Munoz.png","width":1558}])
Parent, Park Terrace
Park Terrace is a wonderful place. I love that when you come in its so welcoming.
![Sam Miller teaching his students]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1526587109/springlakeparkschoolsorg/gcyaihkehlqtjf14dwih/Sam-Miller.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1526587109/springlakeparkschoolsorg/gcyaihkehlqtjf14dwih/Sam-Miller.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1526587109/springlakeparkschoolsorg/gcyaihkehlqtjf14dwih/Sam-Miller.jpg","width":760}])
Academic Specialist, Park Terrace
I personalize learning by knowing each of my students by name, strength, interest and need.
![Parent Tim Tarnowski]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1534970126/springlakeparkschoolsorg/ee6sezi025bnyugvckyx/PT-Tim-Tarnowski.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1534970126/springlakeparkschoolsorg/ee6sezi025bnyugvckyx/PT-Tim-Tarnowski.png","width":500}])
Parent, Park Terrace
Teachers are flexible with learning. I see kids at different levels of learning really getting the attention that they need.
News
In Other News…
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The Spring Lake Park School Board held a regular meeting on Tuesday, December 11.
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Spring Lake Park Schools gave away 90 bikes, donated from the Bikes 4 Kids organization, to students at a bike giveaway event held at Spring Lake Park High School on Saturday, December 8.
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During winter break, the District Services Center (DSC) and other buildings in Spring Lake Park Schools will have different hours.
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The Opportunities in Emergency Care (OEC) program kicked off their 23rd annual Adopt-A-Family fund drive.
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Spring Lake Park Lighthouse School will host their annual Winter Bazaar to showcase student learning on Thursday, December 6 from 3-6 p.m.
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After months of consideration and review of several options, Superintendent Jeff Ronneberg and district leaders presented the recommendation for athletics and activities facilities improvements at the October 30 school board work session.
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