1. Incoming 6 th grade Registration Information Night Welcome Class of 2023

2. We are now authorized!! (as of 1.19.16)

3. TONIGHT’S GOAL To prepare parents to Discuss options Gain knowledge Answer questions Regarding the middle school registration process.

4. SLP Middle School Vision CREATE a safe and caring learning environment ENGAGE learners with academic rigor and relevance IGNITE individual growth

5. SLP Middle School Strengths Committed staff who enjoy teaching middle level age students International Baccalaureate World school Multiple elective class opportunities Additional math/language & literature accelerated classes for students who qualify High academic achievement by students Extra-curricular activities Sense of community

6. Incoming 6 th Grade Registration Timeline Thursday, January 21Parent Information Meeting January 22-28 Deans visit 5 th grade classrooms (information distributed) Friday, February 5Registration cards due to 5 th grade teachers

7. St. Louis Park Middle School Specialized Programs ProgramPlacement Determined By Gifted/TalentedLisa Lillie (952-928-6385) ESP ProgramGladis Romero (952-928-6353) Special Ed Maggie Sagstuen (952-928-6365) English Learners ProgramCaitlin Persky (952-928-6378) Curriculum Department chairs in field house 3 at 7:45 p.m. tonight. Outside of school district student: Transcript, previous standardized assessment information, language proficiency exam, etc.

10. Advanced Classes

11. Acceleration/Support Math and Reading Classes Students below grade level in Math and/or Reading will receive an additional, every other day class, in that content area. Below grade level defined as: 0-40 th percentile on NWEA MAP Test AND D (does not meet) or P (partially meets) on MCA Test

12. Coffee With The Principal... Thursday, February 4 – 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Meet with the Principal and Site Council member... Question and Answer Time.

13. School Visitation Procedure Please visit the web site www.slpschools.org/ms click on Tour St. Louis Park Middle School OR click on Schedule a Student Shadow Visit.

14. For a Parent Perspective.. Site Council Co-Chairs Angie Ramsperger aramsperger@comcast.net or Amy Burns Amy.Burns1@wellsfargo.com

15. 6 th Grade Upcoming Events Family Orientation Meeting at SLP MS Thursday, April 21, Sights, Sounds & Action - student and parent invited Jump Start for Students June TBD Back To School Night 6th grade, August 23 6th Grade Student Orientation, August 26 First Day of School, August 29

16. Questions ??? Call... Student Services 952-928-6301 or 952-928-6310