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SAINT PAUL PUBLIC SCHOOLS: OFFERING OURSTUDENTS A WORLD OF OPPORTUNITIES

APPLICATION DEADLINE:MUST BE RECEIVED OR POSTMARKED BY

FEBRUARY 15, 2013FOR ALL GRADE LEVELS

QUESTIONS? CALL THE STUDENTPLACEMENT CENTER AT 651-632-3760

The Student Placement Center is a one-stop

resource for parents. Whether a student is entering

kindergarten, moving into the district, or changing

schools, we provide help year-round to explore and

select a school or program.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Welcome from Superintendent Valeria Silva.........................4

Important Program, Enrollmentand Transportation Changes.................................................5

Learning in Saint Paul Public Schools..................................6

Selecting the Right School for Your Child.............................7

School Open House Dates and Times..................................8

Applying to a School.............................................................9

Your Student’s Application is Submitted.

Now What?...........................................................................9

Admission Priorities: Considerations for Enrollment...........10

Transportation – Getting Students Safely

to School in 2013/2014......................................................11

Before-and After-School Child Care;

Discovery Club...................................................................12

Pre-Kindergarten Program

and Early Kindergarten Admission......................................13

Accelerated Programs........................................................16

Enrichment Programs.........................................................17

Student and Family Support Programs..............................19

Partners Making Our Schools a Better Place.....................20

Community Education Programs –

Enriching Students and Families.........................................22

Multilingual Learning...........................................................23Special Education Programs..............................................24

Pathways and Magnet/

Specialized Learning Programs..........................................26Elementary Schools Map 2013/2014.................................30

Elementary Schools Reference Chart 2013/2014..............31

Elementary School Descriptions........................................34

Middle Schools Map 2013/2014.........................................44

Middle Schools: Stronger Relationships,

Enhanced Learning.............................................................45

Middle Schools Reference Chart 2013/2014......................46

Middle School Descriptions................................................48

High Schools Map 2013/2014............................................52

High Schools Reference Chart 2013/2014.........................53High School Descriptions...................................................56

Alternative High Schools 2013/2014..................................58

Frequently Asked Questions...............................................59

- Enrollment..........................................................59

- Zones and Areas...............................................60

- Priorities.............................................................61

- Transportation....................................................61

- After Enrollment/Acceptance............................62

- Curriculum/Instruction.......................................62

- Immunizations...................................................63




Thank you for your interest in our Saint Paul Public Schools

community. To both current and potential SPPS families, I

welcome you to these important pages and urge you to read

them carefully as you look for the right school for your child and

your family.

At Saint Paul Public Schools, we believe that schools are the

heart of the community – in my native tongue, el corazón de la

comunidad . The community, like the body, must have a strong

heart – but el corazon also depends on all the other parts of the

body to maintain its strength.

The recent passage of our 2012 Strong Schools, Strong

Communities levy referendum is a wonderful example of how

the parts of our community are aligned. Hundreds of people

worked together – from teachers and parents to business and

district leaders – to tell our story, and you understood the critical

importance of our plans. Thank you.

With this sustained support, we feel conÄdent that we will

continue the gains the district has made in test scores and

enrollment. Technology will play an especially vital role in helping us meet the varied learning needs of our students. Our

goal with this referendum, as well as with our Strong Schools, Strong Communities plan, is to ensure high quality learning in

every school and every neighborhood of our community.

You will Änd a great deal of information in this Guide. Find out more at apply.spps.org, or by calling our Student Placement

Center, where you can connect with one of our experienced staɈ members.

Thank you for sending your child to Saint Paul Public Schools. I look forward to seeing you at the School Choice Fair in

January.

Valeria S. Silva

Superintendent

WELCOME TO SAINT PAUL PUBLIC SCHOOLS

ANNUAL NOTICE TO STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIESSaint Paul Public Schools is committed to providing free and appropriate public education to each student with a disability

within the school district’s jurisdiction. It is the intent of the district to ensure that students who have disabilities within the

deÄnition of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 are identiÄed, evaluated, and provided with appropriate education

services. For more information, please contact Jennifer Nordstrand, Saint Paul Public Schools, 360 Colborne St., Saint Paul,

MN 55102 ( 651-767-8382; [email protected] ).

@SPPS_SuptSilva

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IMPORTANT PROGRAM, ENROLLMENT ANDTRANSPORTATION CHANGESSTRONG SCHOOLS, STRONG COMMUNITIES STRATEGIC PLAN As Saint Paul Public Schools continues to phase in the Strong Schools, Strong Communities Strategic Plan, enrollment and

transportation changes will aɈect some current elementary and middle school students in the 2013/2014 school year. These

changes are designed to:1. Create stronger relationships between middle school teachers and students.

2. Encourage student learning closer to home.

3. Reduce transportation costs.

DISTRICT MAP – FIND YOUR AREAThe Ärst step was to designate geographic areas in Saint

Paul around which enrollment and transportation would be

organized. Take a moment to look at the map on page 2 to

determine in which Area your home resides. That will help

you determine your student’s school choice options.

FOR FAMILIES WITH A STUDENT ENROLLED IN AN

ELEMENTARY SCHOOL OUTSIDE THEIR AREA (A-F) IN

2013/2014If the school is a District Magnet, your student may remain

at that school and continue to receive bus transportation.

If the school is a Regional Magnet, your student must

reside in the regional area to receive busing. If the school

is a Community School outside of your Area, your student

has the option to remain at that school without bus

transportation (making the family responsible for providing

transportation each day) or your student can apply to a

Community School or Regional School in your Area.

(See page 27-43 for more speciÄc information.)

FOR FAMILIES WITH A STUDENT ENTERING GRADE 6 IN

2013/2014Students entering grade 6 will transition to the middle

school of their choice, unless they are enrolled in a K-8

program. Those in a K-8 program will be allowed to

continue in that program and will need to follow the new

busing guidelines. Call the Student Placement Center to

determine if busing will be available: 651-632-3760.

(See page 45-51 for more speciÄc information.)

FOR STUDENTS ENTERING HIGH SCHOOL IN 2013/2014 All high school students must enroll in a school within their

Area, or a Regional or District Magnet school, in order toreceive bus transportation to and from school. (See page

53-58 for more speciÄc information.)

SPECIAL EDUCATION STUDENTSSPPS is reviewing the location of Special Education

services and programs and is working to ensure oɈerings

in each Area and Region to support learning close to

home. SpeciÄc questions should be directed to your child’s

current school case manager. For general questions call

Special Education at 651-767-8321.

COMMUNITY/PATHWAY PROGRAMSCommunity School pathways provide a natural

pathway from kindergarten through high school,

oɈering students the opportunity to grow and learn

along with other students who live near them. See

page 26 for a list of school pathways by Area.

COMMUNITY SCHOOL ZONESElementary students will be given priority to the

school(s) within their Community School Zone,

a speciÄed surrounding geographical area. Walkzones apply.

MAGNET/SPECIALIZED LEARNING

PROGRAMSMagnet programs focus on specialized content

areas whereby, in general, students “articulate”

(transition) from kindergarten all the way through

grade 12. Examples of these specialized learning

programs include world languages such as French,

Hmong and Spanish; science and math; the arts;

and more. Core subjects such as reading, math and

science are also taught in these programs.




LEARNING IN SAINT PAUL PUBLIC SCHOOLSSaint Paul Public Schools provides the same core learning foundation with the same essential learning components at every

school across the city. This core learning is taught at approximately the same time of year, with instruction varied by student

need.

PRE-KINDERGARTEN CORE LEARNING INCLUDES:• Building early reading, writing and math skills.

• Developing as capable learners.

• Working together with other children and adults.

• Pre-K classes are available at many, but not allschools; see page 15 for a list of schools with

Pre-K programs.

GRADES K-5 CORE LEARNING INCLUDES:• Rigorous, scientiÄcally-based literacy instruction

aligned to Minnesota Common Core Standards and

designed to support and accelerate students no

matter what their stage of learning.

• SPPS uses the nationally recognized Reader’s

Workshop, Writer’s Workshop, and Literacy Skills

Block instructional frameworks.

• Math materials aligned to the Minnesota Math

Standards. Common formative assessments aligned

to the standards have been created to support

research-based math instruction designed to meet the

individual learning needs of students.

• Social studies, history, science, art, music, dance or

drama.

See elementary school descriptions on pages 34-43.

GRADES 6-8 CORE LEARNING INCLUDES:• Core instruction in English, pre-algebra, algebra,

geometry, American history, world geography, and life

and earth sciences.

• Additional supports to help students transition to

and succeed in middle school. See page 45 for more

information on these resources.

See pages 48-51 for school descriptions.

GRADES 9-12 CORE LEARNING INCLUDES:• English, American literature, world literature.

• Intermediate algebra, geometry, algebra 2, geometry,

data analysis and probability, trigonometry, calculus.

• Physical science, biology, chemistry, physics.

• World history, human geography, U.S. history,

government, and economics.

See school descriptions on pages 56-57.

WHAT DOES “STANDARDS-BASED” MEAN?The Minnesota Department of Education determines

what “standard knowledge” students must learn in

each grade and each subject area. SPPS aligns itscurriculum and instruction with those standards.

For English and Language Arts, the federal

government has outlined Common Core Standards

that have been approved by the State of Minnesota.

SPPS aligns its English and Language Arts

instruction with the Common Core Standards and is

one of the Ärst districts in the country to do so with

the help of a grant from the Bill and Melinda Gates

Foundation.

Math K-12 has been aligned to the Minnesota Math

Standards. Formative assessments are used to

monitor students’ learning progress of the statestandards so that teachers can tailor instructions

based on student needs.

For a sample of what your child will learn in school,

see the Pre-K-6 grade-level expectations at:

title1.spps.org/learning_standards.html

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SELECTING THE RIGHT SCHOOL FOR YOUR CHILD1. READ this guide thoroughly. If your child is not

currently enrolled in Saint Paul Public Schools, you

must submit an application.

2. GO TO APPLY.SPPS.ORG if you prefer online

information. Put your home address into School Finder

to conÄrm your Area and Community School Zone andto Änd your school choice options.

3. ATTEND THE SCHOOL CHOICE FAIR on SATURDAY,JANUARY 12, 2013, 9:30 a.m.-2 p.m. StaɈ from every

school will be available to answer questions.

Location: Saint Paul RiverCentre, 175 West Kellogg

Blvd., downtown Saint Paul

Visit spps.org for more information about the School

Choice Fair.

4. VISIT THE SCHOOLS that interest you. Talk to the

teachers. Talk to other school parents and students.

5. CALL THE STUDENT PLACEMENT CENTER for more

answers and the latest information at 651-632-3760.

6. APPLY BY FEBRUARY 15, 2013, to two schools – a

Ärst and second choice – by using the application form

in this guide or by going online to: apply.spps.org.

See page 9 for more information on the application

process.

APPLICATION DEADLINEMUST BE RECEIVED OR POSTMARKED BY

FEBRUARY 15, 2013FOR ALL GRADE LEVELS

• An application for all schools is included in

this guide. Copies of the application also are

available at Saint Paul Public Schools, libraries

and the Student Placement Center.

• You may also apply online or download an

application at apply.spps.org.

• Postmarked and online applications are

acceptable if received by February 15, 2013.

• All priorities are based on applications being

received by this deadline. Thank you!

MORE OPPORTUNITIES

MORE THINGS LOVEtoVISIT SCHOOL CHOICE FAIRtheJanuary 12, 2013 ° ST. PAUL RIVERCENTRE

FREE ADMISSION ° FREE SHUTTLE

DETAILS ATSPPS.ORG

or call651-632-3760

Use School Finderto find your school

choice options




SCHOOL OPEN HOUSE DATES AND TIMES

SCHOOL NAME OPEN HOUSE DATE/TIME

Adams Spanish Immersion Jan. 31, 2013 | 6-7:30 p.m.

AGAPE High School Feb. 14, 2013 | 4-6 p.m.

American Indian Magnet Feb. 28, 2013 | 5:30-7:00 p.m.

Battle Creek Elementary Feb. 14, 2013 | 5:30-7:00 p.m.

Battle Creek Middle Feb. 7, 2013 | 6-7:30 p.m.

Benjamin E. Mays Feb. 7, 2013 | 5:30-7 p.m.

Bruce F. Vento Elementary Jan. 24, 2013 | 9-11 a.m.

Jan. 31, 2013 | 12-2 p.m.

Capitol Hill Gifted & Talented Feb. 7, 2013 | 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Central Senior High Feb. 6, 2013 | 6-8 p.m.

Chelsea Heights Elementary Individual tours available.Please call to schedule.

Cherokee Heights Elementary Feb. 7, 2013 | 5:30-7:30 p.m.

Como Park Elementary Jan. 31, 2013 | 5:30-7:30 p.m.

Como Park High School Jan. 24, 2013 | 6:30 p.m.

Creative Arts High School Feb. 5, 2013 | 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Crossroads Montessori Jan. 24, 2013 | 5-6 p.m.

Crossroads Science Jan. 24, 2013 | 5-6 p.m.

Dayton’s BluɈ AchievementPlus

Jan. 15, 2013 | 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m.

Eastern Heights Elementary Feb. 5, 2013 | 10-11:30 a.m.

EXPO for Excellence Jan. 29, 2013 | 5:30-7:30 p.m.

Farnsworth Aerospace - Lower Jan. 16, 2013 | 5-7 p.m.

Farnsworth Aerospace - Upper Jan. 16, 2013 | 5-7 p.m.

Four Seasons Arts+ Feb. 11, 2013 | 6 p.m.

Frost Lake Elementary Jan. 17, 2013 | 6 p.m.

Galtier Elementary Jan. 24, 2013 | 5:30-7:30 p.m.

Gordon Parks High School Jan. 24, 2013 | 5:30-7:30 p.m.

Groveland Park Elementary Feb. 7, 2013 | 6-7:30 p.m.

Hamline Elementary Jan. 24, 2012 | 4:30-7:30 p.m.

Harding Senior High Jan. 28, 2013 | 5-7 p.m.

Hazel Park Preparatory Academy

Jan. 15, 2013 | 6-7 p.m.

Highland Park Elementary Feb. 12, 2013 | 5:30-7 p.m.

Highland Park Middle Jan. 24, 2013 | 6-7:30 p.m.

Highland Park Senior Jan. 28, 2013 | 6:30-8:00 p.m.

SCHOOL NAME OPEN HOUSE DATE/TIME

Highwood Hills Elementary Jan. 14, 2013 | 9-11 a.m.,1-3 p.m.

Horace Mann School Jan. 24, 2013 | 5-6:30 p.m.

Humboldt Secondary Jan. 24, 2013 | 6-7:30 p.m.

Jackson Preparatory Academy Feb. 7, 2013 | 5:30-6:30 p.m.

J.J. Hill Montessori Feb. 7, 2013 | 5:30-7 p.m.

John A. Johnson AchievementPlus

Feb. 7, 2013 | 4:30 p.m.

Johnson Senior High Jan. 30, 2013 | 6:30-8:00 p.m.

LEAP High School Feb. 28, 2013 | 5-8 p.m.

L’Etoile du Nord (Dual Campus) Feb. 21, 2013 | 5 p.m.

Linwood Monroe Arts+ - Lower Jan. 15, 2013 | 6-7:30 p.m.

Linwood Monroe Arts+ - Upper Jan. 24, 2013 | 6-7:30 p.m.

MaxÄeld Elementary Jan. 24, 2013 | 6-7:30 p.m.

Mississippi Creative Arts Feb. 7, 2013 | 5:30-7 p.m.

Murray Middle Feb. 7, 2013 | 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Nokomis Montessori (DualCampus)

Feb. 7, 2013 | 10 a.m., 2 p.m.or 6 p.m.

Obama, Barack and MichelleElementary

Jan. 15, 2013 | 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Open World LearningCommunity

Feb. 5, 2013 | 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Parkway Montessori Opening Fall 2013Phalen Lake Hmong Studies Jan. 31, 2013 | 6-7:15 p.m.

Ramsey Middle Feb. 7, 2013 | 6-7:30 p.m.

Randolph Heights Feb. 7, 2013 | 5:30 p.m.

Riverview West Side School ofExcellence

Jan. 17, 2013 | 5-6:30 p.m.

St. Anthony Park Elementary Jan. 31, 2013 | 5:30-6:30 p.m.

St. Paul Music Academy Feb. 6, 2013 | 5:30-7 p.m.

The Heights Community School Please call the school.

Washington Technology Jan. 17, 2013 | 6 p.m.

Wellstone, Paul & Sheila

Elementary

Jan. 17, 2013 | 5-6:30 p.m.

PLEASE CONFIRM THE DATE AND TIME OF THE SCHOOL OPEN HOUSE BY CALLING THE SCHOOL.

SOME TIMES MAY CHANGE.

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APPLYING TO A SCHOOL An application for all schools is included in this guide.

Copies of the application are available at all SPPS

schools, Saint Paul Public Libraries and the SPPS Student

Placement Center.

You may also Äll out an application online at

apply.spps.org.

NOTE: Applications are not required for currently enrolled

students entering 6th, 7th or 9th grades. Students will

be assigned to their Community School or Regional or

District Magnet based on their home address and pathway/

articulation program. Students interested in a diɈerent

Community, Regional or District-wide program will need to

submit an application for consideration.

CURRENTLY ENROLLED STUDENTS WILL HAVE THE OPTION

OF CONTINUING AT THEIR SCHOOL AND WILL NOT NEED TO

REAPPLY FOR 2013/2014.

Families with children attending a school outside their areawho are no longer receiving transportation will need to

sign a transportation waiver acknowledging no busing and

agreeing to transport their child to and from school.

IMPORTANT CONSIDERATIONS BEFORE

APPLYING TO A SCHOOL• ConÄrm that busing is available from your

home to the school you choose. Pay special

attention to the maps throughout this guide.

• Pay attention to how magnet/articulated

programs continue from elementary to middle

to senior high.

• Before- and after-school child care is

available in all Areas and at some, but not

all, schools. Choose a school that has the

services you need.

YOUR STUDENT'S APPLICATION IS SUBMITTED.NOW WHAT?You should have indicated more than one school choice on

your application. Here’s how school enrollment is decided:

• School choices are considered in the order you

listed on the application. All Ärst-choice schoolsare considered Ärst and matched whenever possible.

Various points of priority are considered when

accepting students to schools:

- Elementary Community School Zones (CSZ):

All addresses in Saint Paul are assigned a

Community School Zone. Priority is given to

students who live within the school’s CSZ as

a means of ensuring that as many students as

possible from that neighborhood are enrolled in

the school. See page 11 for more information

about CSZs.

- Students who live in the school’s Community

School Zone and have siblings enrolled are

considered Ärst.

- To qualify for sibling priority, you must have had

a child enrolled in the requested school during

the 2012/2013 school year who will continue

at that school in 2013/2014. For more detailed

information about sibling priority, please see the

Frequently Asked Questions on pages 59-63.

• Students who are not accepted at one of their

choices will be contacted to make another choice

based on available space.

• Students entering a middle or high school will be

assigned to their Area Community School or Regional

or District Magnet based on their home address

and pathway/articulation program. After the student

is accepted, he/she may register for classes at the

school.

Students may submit an application for another

choice; acceptance will be based on available space.

NOTE: Transportation is not available district wide at all

sites; see page 11 for more transportation information.

Use School Finderto find your schoolchoice options




ADMISSION PRIORITIES: CONSIDERATIONS FORENROLLMENTThe following information outlines the way students are placed at schools based on the choices selected by their famil ies on

their school application. The rules below are based on layers of factors that prioritize keeping families together; encourage

learning closer to home; and provide programs and services that help achieve more racial and socio-economic diversity in

our schools.

If the number of applications exceeds the number of spaces available, the following layers of priorities are used to determine

school placement. Students with siblings who currently attend the requested school will receive priority within each

of the following categories, unless otherwise noted. Siblings need to attend the same school at the same time in

order to receive sibling priority.

ADMISSION PRIORITIES AT-A-GLANCE

PRE-K ELEMENTARY MIDDLE AND SENIOR

HIGH

NOTE: Some Pre-K programs givepriority enrollment considerationbased on income guidelines, home

language and/or special education

Community Schools Regional Magnets District Magnets

1. Community School

Zone

1. Community School

Zone

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2. Area 2. ReÅecting St. Paul 2. ReÅecting St. Paul 2. SpeciÄc Employee

Consideration

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Consideration

3. SpeciÄc Employee

Consideration

3. District 3. SpeciÄc Employee

Consideration

4. District 4. Area 4. District 4. Out of District 4. Regional

5. Out of District 5. District 5. Out of District 5. District

6. Out of District 6. Out of District

PRIORITY PLACEMENT TERMSAREA: Priority will be given to students who live within the

identiÄed Area (A-F), but outside a school’s Community

Zone. See the map on page 2 to locate schools in your

Area. (Only applicable for community schools.)

COMMUNITY SCHOOL ZONE (CSZ): Priority will be given to

students requesting entrance to a school that is identiÄed

as their Community School. See the map on page 2

to locate your Community School. (Only applicable for

community schools.)

DISTRICT: Priority will be given to St. Paul residents

requesting entrance to a school that is identiÄed as a

District Magnet.

OUT OF DISTRICT: Students living outside the city of St.

Paul will be admitted to district schools.

REFLECTING ST. PAUL: This admission priority is based on

residential addresses in high-need neighborhoods, which

are deÄned by the proportion of residents eligible for free

or reduced price lunch; proportion of residents with a home

language other than English; and reading/math proÄciency

rates of students in those neighborhoods. Up to 20

percent of available seats in certain identiÄed low-poverty

schools will be set aside for students residing in these

neighborhoods; the current list of schools is: Capitol Hill,

Chelsea Heights, Expo, Groveland Park, Highland Park

Elementary, Horace Mann, J.J. Hill Montessori, L’Etoile

du Nord, Randolph Heights, and St. Anthony Park.

Please call the Student Placement Center at 651-632-3760

for additional information.

REGIONAL: Priority will be given to students requesting

entrance to a school that is identiÄed as a Regional Magnet

school option for their address. See the map on page 2 to

locate your Regional Magnet options.

SPECIFIC EMPLOYEE CONSIDERATION: Priority will be givento children of current identiÄed Saint Paul Public Schools’bargaining units. This priority does not apply to studentsapplying to Capitol Hill and pre-kindergarten programs.

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TRANSPORTATION - GETTING STUDENTS SAFELY TOSCHOOL IN 2013/2014 As you choose your school, please be aware of new transportation options as noted on the map on page 2.

COMMUNITY SCHOOLS provide bus transportation to

students living in the Areas (A-F or A-F2 for middle and high

schools) within transportation guidelines. Students residing

within a school’s Community School Zone have Ärst priority

for admission (see placement priorities on page 10), but are

not required to choose that school or even a school in their

Area (though busing may not then be available to them).

Students also have the option of choosing a Regional

Magnet or District Magnet.

REGIONAL MAGNET SCHOOLS serve students in more than

one Area, but students must reside in one of those Areas

the school serves in order to receive busing. Acceptance

into a school and transportation will depend on the

student’s eligibility for that school, the availability of seats at

the school, and the student’s home address. See page 29

for more information.

DISTRICT MAGNET SCHOOLS provide busing from across

the district for students accepted into the program; for a

list of schools see page 29. Acceptance and transportation

to a District Magnet will depend on student eligibility to

that school’s programs, as well as available seats in the

program.

STUDENTS MAY RECEIVE TRANSPORTATION IF:• Your home (or day care) address is within a

school’s designated Area. See Area maps in this

guide, or go to School Finder at apply.spps.org to

see which schools serve your designated Area.

• Students are in grades Pre-K through 5 and live

at least one-half “walking mile” or more from

the school. If your home is one-half mile or more

from your enrolled school, your student will receive

transportation to school based on transportation

guidelines. This includes K-5 students who attend

K-8 schools. Walking areas and hazardous areas

are predetermined and maps will be on Äle at your

school’s oɉce.

• Students are in grades 6-12 and live at leastone “walking mile” from school. If your home is

one mile or more from your enrolled school, your

student will receive transportation to school based

on transportation guidelines. Walking areas are

predetermined and maps will be on Äle at your

school’s oɉce.

• Students are enrolled in a Regional or District

Magnet program available only in designated

Areas. Students in these schools must formally

agree to enroll in a pre-determined list of courses

as part of this program and also meet any other

program prerequisites. Failure to fol low through on

the agreement may result in the student no longerreceiving transportation services to that school.

• Bus transportation is also available to most

SPPS Pre-Kindergarten programs based on

transportation guidelines (see page 5 for more

details). For the morning Pre-K program, students

are picked up at regular bus stops; drop-oɈs are

at or near the students’ homes. For the afternoon

Pre-K program, students are picked up at or near the

students’ homes; drop-oɈs are at regular bus stops.

NOTE: Families will need to provide their children with

transportation to schools to which they are not eligible for

busing. Call the Student Placement Center at

651-632-3760 to Änd out if your student is eligible for

transportation based on where you live.

TRANSPORTATION IS BASED ON STUDENTPLACEMENT CENTER AND ENROLLMENT

GUIDELINES: All elementary school (K-5)

students who live over a half mile from their

school will receive transportation; middle and high

school (6-12 grade) students who live over one

mile from their school will receive transportation.




BEFORE-AND-AFTER SCHOOL CHILD CAREDISCOVERY CLUBDiscovery Club provides child care before and/or after

school, on non-school days and during the summer.

Discovery Club is a fee-based program through Saint Paul

Public Schools’ Community Education that oɈers a safe,

fun, caring environment to support children’s learning and

development.

New for the 2013/2014 school year will be the introduction

of Discovery Club “hub sites,” which provide access to this

child care program to all families living within a particular

Area (A-F). Discovery Club is available to families in one of

the following ways:

• On-site Discovery Club: Is for students who attend

that particular school where Discovery Club is also

available. Parents can drop their children oɈ before

school and pick them up after school.

• Hub-site Discovery Club: Is available to all families

who attend school in that Area (A-F). Parents droptheir children oɈ at the Discovery Club hub site

in the morning. Children are then bused to their

Area elementary school and are bused back to the

Discovery Club hub site at the end of the day where

parents can pick them up. The chart below lists both

“on-site” and “hub-site” Discovery Club programs.

Financial assistance is available to families on a sliding

fee scale; for information contact your county’s economic

assistance oɉce or Discovery Club at 651-632-3793 or

[email protected].

AREA SCHOOL TYPE OF SCHOOL 2013-14 TYPE OF DISCOVERY CLUB

L’Etoile du Nord District Magnet Hub for students enrolled in Area A

Nokomis Montessori Regional Magnet On-site

Battle Creek Elementary (new) Community School Area B Hub for other students enrolled in Area B

Mississippi Creative Arts (new) Regional Magnet Area A, B, C Hub for students enrolled in Area C

Riverview West Side School Community School Area D Hub for students enrolled in Area D

Crossroads Science/Montessori District Magnet On-site

St. Anthony Park Community School Area E On-site

Hamline (new) Community School Area E Hub for students enrolled in Area E

Adams Spanish Immersion District Magnet On-site

EXPO for Excellence Community School Area F On-site

Four Seasons Arts+ District Magnet Hub for students enrolled in Area F

Highland Park Elementary Community School Area F On-site

Horace Mann School Community School Area F On-site

J.J. Hill Montessori Regional Magnet On-site

Randolph Heights Community School Area F On-site

Rondo (Capitol Hill and Ben E. Mays) District Magnet On-site

NOTE: New Discovery Club sites must have at least 40

registered students in order to have a program; if a program

does not meet this minimum number, Discovery Club staɈ

will work with families to identify a possible alternate site.

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PRE-KINDERGARTEN PROGRAM AND EARLYKINDERGARTEN ADMISSIONMany SPPS schools have Pre-K programs for four-year-

olds to help them prepare for success in kindergarten.

Children who are four years old by September 1, 2013, and

live in Saint Paul are eligible to attend a Pre-K program infall 2013.

Most classes are between 2.5 and 3 hours and three sites

have a full-day program; all classes meet Äve days a week.

See page 15 for a l ist of schools with Pre-Kindergarten

programs.

To enroll a student in a Pre-Kindergarten program, an

application (see insert) must be completed and received

by February 15, 2013. Please be sure to complete the

entire application. Choose only a school listed on page 15.

If you have questions about the program at a speciÄcschool, please call the school. If you have general

questions about the program, transportation availability, or

the application process, call the Student Placement Center

at 651-632-3760 or go to apply.spps.org.

EARLY CHILDHOOD HEALTH SCREENING REQUIRED

BEFORE ENROLLMENT

By law, your child’s healthy development mustbe conÄrmed before entrance to Minnesota’s

public schools or within 30 days of enrollment

into kindergarten. This health screening includes a

review of immunization and health information, and

screening of vision, hearing, height, weight, speech

and learning development. Saint Paul Public Schools

is pleased to oɈer this screening at no cost to

families, although your child may be screened by

your family doctor or health clinic instead of SPPS.

We highly recommend children be screened between

the age of three and four years to identify any factors

that may interfere with learning. For a screeningappointment, health care provider checklist, or

information call the Early Childhood Screening Oɉce

at 651-632-3746 or go to studentwellness.spps.org.

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PRE-KINDERGARTEN PROGRAM AND EARLYKINDERGARTEN ADMISSIONEARLY ADMISSION TO KINDERGARTENSaint Paul Public Schools’ guidelines require that students

entering kindergarten in the fall must be Äve years old on or

before September 1. However, a child whose birth date fallson or between September 2 and December 31 may apply

for early admission to kindergarten.

The early admission process involves an objective

screening of your child’s cognitive abilities, gross and Äne

motor skills, visual-motor integration, communication, and

social/emotional development in the classroom setting.

This screening takes place during a two-week window in

May each year. Entering school early is a decision that

will have a long-term eɈect on your child as he or she

progresses through elementary, middle, high school and

beyond. The social, emotional, and academic impact of this

early placement is not predictable. All children who enrollearly in kindergarten will be tracked throughout the fall to

determine if their adjustment to kindergarten and classroom

performance reÅects the skills and abilities needed for

continuing as an early admission student.

Early Admission to Kindergarten Applications will be

processed after a student passes the Early Admission to

Kindergarten Screening. Students who are recommended

for early entrance will be placed in schools after all

kindergarten-eligible students are placed. In addition to the

kindergarten school application, the deadline to register for

Early Admission to Kindergarten Screening is

Friday, April 26, 2013. Students will be screened at their

community school or, if applying to a language immersion

program, at that site. For more information, please call the

Student Placement Center at 651-632-3760.

of SPPS

Pre-Kindergartenstudents are ready

for kindergarten87%

PRE-KINDERGARTEN PROGRAM AND

REFERENDUM FUNDINGSPPS’ Pre-Kindergarten program is free and made possible

largely through Saint Paul Public Schools’ referendumfunding.* (Thank you, Saint Paul!) The Pre-Kindergarten

Program has proven results.

• A Wilder Research study shows that in the year before

kindergarten, SPPS Pre-K children made progress

more quickly than children nationally.

• For the 2011/2012 school year, 87% of our Pre-K

students reached the target for knowing the alphabet

by kindergarten, which is one of the greatest

predictors for determining future reading success.

The newly passed 2012 referendum will provide

Pre-Kindergarten funding for the next eight years.

Funding provides salaries for teachers and assistants,transportation, and parent engagement supports activities

for participating families.

*The program also receives some funding through Minnesota Department of

Education School Readiness State Aid.

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ADMISSION CRITERIA: PRE-KINDERGARTEN PROGRAM

2013/2014 PRE-KINDERGARTEN PROGRAM SITES LENGTH OF

PROGRAM

ADMISSION CRITERIA*

American Indian Magnet 2.5 hours Income Level, English Learner and Special Education

Benjamin E. Mays International Magnet 2.5 hours Income Level, English Learner and Special Education

Bruce F. Vento Elementary 2.5 hours Income Level, English Learner and Special Education

Cherokee Heights 2.5 hours Income Level, English Learner and Special Education

Como Park Elementary 2.5 hours Income Level, English Learner and Special Education

Crossroads Montessori 2.75 hours None

Crossroads Science 2.5 hours None

Dayton’s BluɈ Achievement Plus 2.5 hours Income Level, English Learner and Special Education

Eastern Heights 2.5 hours Income Level, English Learner and Special Education

EXPO for Excellence 2.5 hours None

Farnsworth Aerospace 2.5 hours NoneFour Seasons Arts+ 2.5 hours Income Level, English Learner and Special Education

Galtier 2.5 hours Income Level, English Learner and Special Education

Hazel Park Preparatory Academy 2.5 hours Income Level, English Learner and Special Education

The Heights Community School 2.5 hours Income Level, English Learner and Special Education

Highwood Hills 2.5 hours Income Level, English Learner and Special Education

J.J. Hill Montessori 2.5 hours None

Jackson Preparatory 3 hours Income Level, English Learner and Special Education

Jackson Preparatory Dual Language (Hmong) 3 hours Income Level, English Learner and Special Education

John A. Johnson Achievement Plus 2.5 hours Income Level, English Learner and Special Education

Linwood Monroe Arts Plus 2.5 hours Income Level, English Learner and Special Education

MaxÄeld 3 hours Income Level, English Learner and Special Education

Mississippi Creative Arts 2.5 hours Income Level, English Learner and Special Education

Nokomis Montessori 2.75 hours None

Obama, Barack and Michelle 2.5 hours Income Level, English Learner and Special Education

Phalen Lake Hmong Studies 2.5 hours Income Level, English Learner and Special Education

Randolph Heights 2.5 hours None

Riverview West Side School of Excellence

Dual Language (Spanish)

2.5 hours Income Level, English Learner and Special Education

Saint Paul Music Academy Full day Income Level, English Learner and Special Education

Wellstone, Paul and Sheila Full day Income Level, English Learner and Special Education

Wellstone, Paul and Sheila

Dual Language (Spanish)

Full day Income Level, English Learner and Special Education

PRE-KINDERGARTEN PROGRAMS

*Admission Criteria: Children are accepted into the Pre-K program based on a set of priority criteria including whether they are an EnglishLearner; are eligible for free or reduced meals; or receive Early Childhood Special Education Services.




ACCELERATED PROGRAMSSaint Paul Public Schools oɈers a variety of academic programs, competitions and interventions for high-ability and high-

achieving students.

ELEMENTARY AND MIDDLE SCHOOLTalent Development and Accelerated Services (TDAS):

For elementary students, multiple criteria (including theCognitive Abilities Test/CogAt 7) are used to identify

students for advanced programs, including enrollment at

Capitol Hill Gifted and Talented Magnet. Many elementary

schools have a Gifted Services Specialist on staɈ. For

middle school, Capitol Hill is available to students in grades

7-8 without prerequisite testing.

Authorized International Baccalaureate (IB) sites:

• IB Primary Years Programme (PYP/Elementary):

Benjamin E. Mays Elementary; Highland Park

Elementary

• IB Middle Years Programme (MYP/Middle School):

Highland Park Middle; Ramsey Junior High• IB Diploma Program (DP/High School): Central;

Harding; Highland Park Sr.

Note: Hazel Park is a candidate to become both an IB PYP

and MYP IB school.

HIGH SCHOOLInternational Baccalaureate (IB) Program

IB courses are internationally standardized and rigorouslyassessed. IB credits and diplomas programme in grade

11 and 12 can result in potential college credit if students

receive a score of four or Äve on a Änal course exam.

For more information, visit: ibo.org. SPPS sites: Central;

Harding; Highland.

Advanced Placement (AP) and Pre-AP Courses

AP courses are standardized and generally recognized

to be equivalent to college-level courses. Participating

colleges may grant credits to students who obtain scores

of four or higher on the exams to qualify. Pre-AP classes

prepare students for the full AP Program. For more

information, visit: apcentral.collegeboard.com/apc. SPPS

sites: Como; Creative Arts; Humboldt; Johnson; Open

World; Washington.

College in the Schools (CIS)

College courses are oɈered at the high school level

through the University of Minnesota. Students who pass

a CIS course receive college credit. For more information,

visit: cce.umn.edu/college-in-the-schools. SPPS sites:

Central; Como; Highland; Humboldt; Johnson.

Post-Secondary Enrollment Option (PSEO)

Students can receive both high school and college/

university credit for college or university courses that

are completed at the post-secondary site. Transcripts

with PSEO completed courses must be shared with the

high school by April 1 to meet Minnesota graduation

requirements. For more information, visit:

www.mnscu.edu/admissions/pseo.html . All high schools

oɈer PSEO.

For more information, call Talent Development and

Accelerated Services (TDAS) at 651-744-1314 or visit

the web site at tdas.spps.org. For information regarding

services at a particular school site, please contact the

speciÄc school. Phone numbers are available later in this

guide.

Student performance in reading on

the annual state test (MCAs)

increased by 9 percentage points

since 2007

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ENRICHMENT PROGRAMS An array of academic and out-of-school enrichment is oɈered at elementary, middle and high schools through Area Learning

Centers, Community Education and 21st Century Community Learning Centers. Visit our Student Support and Enrichment

Directory at graduate.spps.org/Program_Directory or contact schools directly.

SPPS also works with community partners through the Sprockets network to provide enrichment opportunities. For more

program information, visit sprocketssaintpaul.org.

21ST CENTURY COMMUNITY LEARNING CENTERS A variety of engaging academic, enrichment and athletic

programs that support students’ needs during out-of-

school time is provided by the 21st Century Community

Learning Centers. These Community Education programs

are available at several school sites; call schools directly to

see if this program is oɈered.

BELWIN OUTDOOR SCIENCELocated on 225 acres of the Belwin Nature Conservancy,

Belwin Outdoor Science is reserved exclusively for the

use of Saint Paul Public Schools. Every year, programs

at Belwin Outdoor Science reach every 3rd and 5th

grade student in the district and about 1,000 high school

students. Belwin Outdoor Science includes a 5,000 square

foot main classroom building; an additional classroom that

serves as the hub for special education programs; and

the Casby Observatory, with a solar Älter for observing

sunspots and the largest refracting telescope in Minnesota

– powerful enough to see planets and stars during the

daytime.

COMO PLANETARIUMSPPS has its own planetarium, located in Como Elementary

School. The state-of-the-art immersive video system

provides K-12 students with a unique way to learn about

astronomy by taking them on a virtual trip though the solar

system. The 30-foot diameter screen is a great way to

experience quality Älm productions. The planetarium also

serves students from other districts in the metro area.

JUNIOR RESERVE OFFICERS TRAINING CORPS (JROTC)OɈered in several SPPS high schools, JROTC is a program

that:

• Teaches citizenship, leadership and subjects that align

to national and state standards.

• Integrates current instruction and technology to

maximize award-winning multi-media curriculum.

• OɈers college credit to cadets and instructors.

• Hosts quality competitions to motivate cadets.

• Demonstrates the ultimate model of diversity.

Contact high schools directly to see if they oɈer JROTC;for more information, go to www.usarmyjrotc.com .

Belwin Outdoor Science

“I love all the great

programs that help

us grow.”- Bridget Ekeberg, student (Humboldt)




STRATEGIC SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING INITIATIVEThe 3M Foundation generously funds a wide variety

of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math)

programs and experiences for K-12 students in SPPS,

including a science and/or engineering Äeld trip or

experience for every elementary student – the StrategicScience and Engineering Initiative. Field trip experiences

are aligned with the Minnesota Academic Science

Standards, and the program covers both admission

and transportation costs. Field trip sites have included

the Como Planetarium, Gibbs Museum of Pioneer and

Dakota Life, Minnesota Children’s Museum and The Works

museum.

GENESYS WORKSSaint Paul Public Schools partners with Genesys Works,

a non-proÄt organization that builds bridges between

economically disadvantaged high school students and

businesses seeking technology-proÄ

cient workers.Students complete a multi-week training in the summer

after 11th grade and have the opportunity to complete

paid internships during 12th grade. Students not only gain

skills and earn an income, but also acquire an elective high

school credit in Career Seminar, oɈered in conjunction with

the program.

ENRICHMENT PROGRAMS3M STEPThe Science Training Encouragement Program (STEP)

is a partnership between 3M and SPPS that places high

school students at the center of discovery, challenge

and opportunity. Through STEP, students participate in

the process of scientiÄc discovery and experience theinvigorating environment of one of the world’s leading

corporations. 3M provides the opportunity while students

provide the commitment, the curiosity, and the energy.

Students participate in courses at 3M two days a week

during second semester and complete a summer

internship. Students need to be at least 16 years of age;

hold a GPA higher than 2.0; maintain a good attendance

record at school; and have an interest in science.

SCIENCE PARTNERSHIPSThe organizations listed below represent the deep and meaningful partnerships that SPPS has nurtured in order to

provide our students with the best Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) learning opportunities.

Our staɈ work closely with our partners to ensure the learning they provide is aligned with our academic standards.

• 3M

• 3M Visiting Wizards

• Bruce Vento Nature Sanctuary

• Children’s Museum

• Como Planetarium

• Como Woodland classroom

• Ecolab

• Environmental Protection Agency

• Gibbs Farm

• Hamline (ITQ)

• HighTechKids

• INSciTE Minnesota

• Kid Winds

• Minnesota Department of Education

• Minnesota Department of Natural Resources

• Minnesota Zoo

• National Parks Service

• SciMathMN

• Science Museum of Minnesota

• SEED program (University of Minnesota and 3M)

• Starbase Minnesota

• The Bakken Museum

• The Bell Museum

• The Humane Society

• The Raptor Center

• The Works

• Twin Cities Public Television

• Twin Cities Regional Science Fair

• University of Minnesota

• University of Minnesota STEM Center

• Will Steger Foundation

SPPS science scoresincreased faster than the state average

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STUDENT AND FAMILY SUPPORT PROGRAMSAVID (ADVANCEMENT VIA INDIVIDUAL DETERMINATION) AVID is an in-school academic support program for grades

4-12 that prepares students for college eligibility and

success. The program places students who are struggling

academically in advanced classes with added learning

supports. Between 2008 and 2011, 96 percent of AVIDstudents went on to a post-secondary program. For more

information, go to avid.spps.org. Thanks to the Travelers

Foundation for signiÄcant and long-time Änancial support of

the AVID program at SPPS.

ACHIEVEMENT PLUSOɈered in three SPPS elementary schools, Achievement

Plus helps students achieve academically by providing a

comprehensive range of support services to both students

and families, including assistance with food, clothing,

housing, health, mental health, employment and tutoring.

The goal is to level the playing Äeld and enable all children

to achieve, regardless of the challenges they and theirfamilies may be facing. Achievement Plus is a 15-year-old

partnership between the Saint Paul Public Schools and the

Amherst H. Wilder Foundation.

BREAKFAST, LUNCH AND HEALTHY SNACKSOur nationally-recognized and award-winning nutrition

program focuses on made-from-scratch entrees, salads

and baked goods. Every student can start the educational

day with our no-cost Breakfast 2 Go, designed to provide

the right kind of energy for learning. At lunch, ethnically

diverse menus feature recipes from our own community,

and every school has an all-you-care-to-eat Choice Bar

with fresh fruits, veggies, and legume salads. SPPS oɈersmore than 18 locally grown fruits and vegetables, and many

schools provide a fruit or veggie snack during the school

day.

DISTRICT PARENT ADVISORY COUNCILThe District Parent Advisory Council (DPAC) provides

feedback to the Superintendent and district administrators

on issues aɈecting students to inform School Board

policy decisions. DPAC is composed of 24 individuals

representing a variety of educational interests such asspecial education, early childhood education, district

budget, school closures, and more. The 24 seats are

assigned proportionate to district demographics. For more

information, contact the Oɉce of Family Engagement and

Community Partnerships at 651-767-8347 or

engagement.spps.org.

PARENT ADVISORY COUNCILSParent Advisory Councils (PACS) are an opportunity for

parents to give input to SPPS on concerns facing students

and families. Parent leadership opportunities exist both at

the school and district levels. Multilingual Parent Advisory

Committees are also available in Hmong, Spanish, Karenand Somali. For more information, contact the Oɉce of

Family Engagement and Community Partnerships at

651-767-8347 or engagement.spps.org.

PARENT ACADEMYParent Academy is a free, seven-week program designed

especially for parents and guardians of children attending

SPPS. The goal is to bring schools, parents/guardians

and the community together as equal partners in the

education of our children. Parent Academy provides a

framework for creating a community where parents and

teachers collaborate with one another to transform each

child’s educational experience at home and at school,so all children can achieve and be prepared for college.

Parent Academy is sponsored and supported by the Saint

Paul Public Schools Oɉce of Family Engagement and

Community Partnerships. For more information, call

651-767-8347.

TITLE I OPPORTUNITIESTitle I services are provided for public and non-public

school students and their families in schools with a

qualifying percentage of students who receive free or

reduced price lunches. These services vary from school

to school and include academic assistance, behavior

supports, professional development for staɈ, and parenteducation. Title I also provides services for students who

are experiencing homelessness and students residing in

institutions serving neglected or at-risk children. For more

information, call 651-632-3790.

“I love the relationships that

I build with the students andtheir families.”- Laquita Normil, staff member




PARTNERS MAKING OUR SCHOOLS A BETTER PLACESaint Paul Public Schools thanks the following agencies,

foundations and corporations for their outstanding support

for our students in 2012:

• 3M Foundation

• Amherst H. Wilder Foundation*

• City of Saint Paul• Ecolab Foundation**

• Education Minnesota Foundation for Excellence in

Teaching and Learning

• F. R. Bigelow Foundation

• General Mills Foundation

• GENYOUth Foundation

• Greater Twin Cities United Way**

• Heart of America Foundation*

• International Baccalaureate Organization

• Kopp Family Foundation

• McKnight Foundation

• McNeely Foundation

• Minnesota Agricultural Education Leadership Council

• Minnesota Department of Education

• National Space Grant Foundation

• Nevin N. Huested Foundation

• Open Your Heart to the Hungry and Homeless

• Qwest Foundation

• Saint Paul Foundation

• Saint Paul Public Schools Foundation**

• State Farm

• Target

• Travelers Foundation• University of Minnesota

* These funders support program partners working in SPPS schools.

** These funders provide direct support to SPPS, as well as to nonproÄt organizationsworking in our schools.

ARTS FOR ALLThe arts are important in Saint Paul Public Schools. Each

year our district works with more than 60 organizations

to provide in-depth learning experiences in visual and

performing arts to students in every grade. We believe in

Arts for All and thank all our arts partners, including:• ArtStart

• ArtsUs

• Children’s Theatre Company

• CLIMB Theater Company

• College of Visual Arts

• COMPAS

• East Side Arts Council

• In the Heart of the Beast Puppet and Mask Theatre

• Kalpulli Yaocenoxtli Dance

• Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts

• Minneapolis Institute of Arts

• Minnesota Orchestra

• Minnesota State Arts Board

• Mixed Blood Theatre Company

• Northern Clay Center

• Ordway Center for the Performing Arts

• Perpich Center for Arts Education

• Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra – Project Connect

• Stepping Stone Theatre

• Sumunar Gamelan and Dance Ensemble

• Vega Productions Inc.

• VocalEssence

• Walker Art Center

• And many talented and skilled individual artists

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PARTNERS MAKING OUR SCHOOLS A BETTER PLACESPECIAL APPRECIATION

3M FOUNDATION strongly supports K-12 STEM education

in Saint Paul Public Schools through internships,

curriculum, professional development, out-of-school time

activities, volunteers and Äeld trips.

ECOLAB FOUNDATION supports SPPS students through

its Visions for Learning grants to teachers, grants to

Humboldt Secondary School, and to a number of nonproÄt

organizations that partner with our district.

GREATER TWIN CITIES UNITED WAY supports one-on-one

tutoring in more than 30 Saint Paul Public Schools as part

of its Early Grade Literacy initiative, which supports proven

and/or promising tutoring practices in grades Pre-K-3.

THE MCKNIGHT FOUNDATION funds eɈorts to increase

Pre-K-3 literacy best practices that will beneÄt Saint PaulPublic Schools and the State of Minnesota.

THE MCNEELY FOUNDATION supports mentorship activities

for middle school students on the East Side of St. Paul.

TARGET provides grants for Äeld trips, arts and literacy

programs. It awarded major grants to Saint Paul Music

Academy and Hamline Elementary School in 2012. With

the Heart of America Foundation, Target has renovated four

libraries in SPPS schools and will announce the Äfth Target

Library Makeover in spring 2013.

TRAVELERS FOUNDATION provides major funding for AVID

and supports development of current and future SPPS

leaders.

SAINT PAUL PUBLIC SCHOOLS FOUNDATIONrallies investments of time and resources to

support academic success in our district. SPPS

students are supported through the Foundation’s

Tutoring Partnership, a collaborative that annually

helps thousands of SPPS kids improve their

math and reading. The Foundation also makes

grants to district teachers and schools to make

special projects possible, and leverages long-

time relationships through its Alumni and Friends

membership program. SPPS is fortunate to havethe Foundation convening community members on

behalf of our students. For more information, visit

sppsfoundation.org .

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COMMUNITY EDUCATION PROGRAMS - ENRICHINGSTUDENTS AND FAMILIESPeople of all ages can beneÄt from SPPS Community Education Programs, which oɈer educational, recreational, cultural

and leisure activities. Programs are held at several sites throughout Saint Paul Public Schools and the city, in collaboration

with community-based organizations or business partners. Also available are driver education, aquatics and senior citizen

programs, as well as educational and entertaining trips and tours.

For more information about any of our programs, visit commed.spps.org.

EARLY CHILDHOOD FAMILY EDUCATION (ECFE)

PROGRAMSaint Paul Public Schools Community Education oɈers

a robust ECFE program with quality classes and family

activities to support parents as their children’s Ärst and

most important teachers. ECFE classes are held mornings,

afternoons and evenings in neighborhoods throughout

Saint Paul with some transportation provided.

During an ECFE class, parents and children learn together

with emphasis on language, reading and math skills. During

parent time, licensed educators lead parents through

discussions intended to enhance parenting skills, while

children engage in age-appropriate activities with an early

childhood teacher. ECFE also provides language-speciÄc

weekly classes for our non-English speaking population.

For more information call 651-793-5410.

YOUTH DEVELOPMENT AND ENRICHMENT

PROGRAMS

Community Education youth development and enrichmentstaɈ work with parents, teachers, principals and

community organizations to support academics, teach civic

responsibility and provide enrichment programs, including

Service Learning opportunities. To learn more about these

opportunities, see page 17 for information about the 21st

Century Community Learning Centers.

For more information, call 651-487-7383.

CLASSES FOR ADULTS WHO WANT TO LEARN

ENGLISH

Adult Basic Education (ABE) helps adults learn English,get ready for work, receive a high school diploma (GED)

or prepare for post-secondary education. Classes are

available at several outreach sites and businesses, as well

as the Ronald M. Hubbs Center for Lifelong Learning.

For more information, call the Hubbs Center at

651-290-4822.

CLASSES FOR ADULTS WITH DISABILITIES

Supportive Experiential Education (SEED) classes

provide an opportunity for adults who have experienced

mental illness to develop intellectual, creative, social and

practical skills.

Community Leisure Education and Recreation (CLEAR)

and Community Culture Club classes address the needs of

adults with physical and cognitive disabilities and includeindependent living skills, expressive arts, adult basic

education, recreation and physical education. Small group

classes are led by caring instructors. Programs are held at

Riverside Learning Center and Bridge View School.

For more information, call 651-228-3655.

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MULTILINGUAL LEARNINGEMBRACING THE DIVERSITY OF OUR STUDENTSSPPS students speak more than 100 languages and

dialects. Some of our students are bi-, tri- and even

quatrilingual! The SPPS Department of Multilingual Learning

manages a variety of language programs. For questions,

call 651-767-8320.

ENGLISH LEARNERS (EL)The K-12 language program provides additional English

language development and instruction for students whose

home language is other than English (approximately 40% of

SPPS students). Instruction focuses on increasing students’

English language skills so they can meet state and district

academic standards. Learning is achieved through

collaborative teaching in the mainstream classroom,

accelerated language programs, and teaching core subjects

in beginning English. Most commonly, General Education

(GE) and EL teachers deliver instruction collaboratively in an

inclusive setting where students have daily interaction withnative English-speaking peers.

LANGUAGE ACADEMYNewcomers with higher English language needs receive

direct language instruction and additional time and support

through the Language Academy program. Students

with beginning English skills are then able to learn the

mainstream curriculum.

DUAL LANGUAGE PROGRAMSThe goal of Dual Language Programs is for students to

become bilingual, biliterate and bicultural. In one-way

immersion programs, English-dominant students becomeproÄcient in the target language and academic instruction is

given in the target language. One-way programs are oɈered

in French, Mandarin or Spanish. See page 29 for a list of

schools oɈering these programs.

In two-way immersion programs, English-dominant and

speakers of the partner language learn together in the same

classroom through both languages. Academic instruction

is taught in both languages across grade levels and subject

matter. Two-way programs are oɈered in Hmong and

Spanish. See page 29 for a list of schools oɈering these

programs.

WORLD LANGUAGESIn world language instruction, students learn to

communicate with people in other cultures in a variety of

settings; widen their world views; and develop insight into

their own language and culture. Research indicates that

studying another language gives students an academic

boost in other subject areas and enables them to perform

at higher levels.

Saint Paul Public Schools oɈers a variety of world language

programs at many schools and grade levels. OɈerings

include American Sign Language, Chinese, French,German, Hmong, Japanese, Lakota/Dakota, Latin, Ojibwe,

Russian, and Spanish. See pages 31-33, 46-47 and 53-55

for a list of schools oɈering these programs.

ADDITIONAL LANGUAGE AND CULTURE

ENRICHMENT PROGRAMSLanguage and Culture Enrichment Programs provide a

variety of services and learning opportunities for students,

parents, staɈ and the community. Services and learning

opportunities are available through these programs:

• Hmong Enrichment Programs (HEP) provide

educational opportunities for all students whilepreserving and promoting the Hmong language and

culture through the Hmong Dual Language Program;

Hmong Literacy and Culture; and Hmong Culture,

Literacy, Art ‘n’ Dance (CLAnD).

• Latino Consent Decree (LCD) focuses on the

education of Latino English learner students through

bilingual content support, Spanish literacy instruction,

and Latino culture.

• Somali Enrichment Programs provide Somali

students with the opportunity to learn about their

own language and culture as well as enhancing all

students’ knowledge and understanding of diɈerent

cultures and ways of life through Somali AcademicLanguage and Literacy (SALL).

• Karen Enrichment Programs increase the

opportunities for Karen students to continue learning

their language, literacy, and culture as well as expand

the awareness and understanding of all students

about Karen language and culture.

English Learners in SPPS

OUTPERFORMED the statewide

average for their peers in math

and reading (MCA 2011)




SPECIAL EDUCATION PROGRAMSThe Special Education services available at Saint Paul

Public Schools are some of the highest quality, most

eɈective in the region. We recognize and support the

importance of designing the educational experience to meet

the unique needs of each student from birth to age 21.

The Individualized Education Program (IEP) Team – which

very intentionally includes parents – focuses on helping

students develop a positive self-concept and identity by

providing them with the tools necessary to become self-

suɉcient, contributing members of society.

If you have a child with special education, health-related,

or accessibility needs, before submitting a school

application, please contact Special Education Resources

at 651-744-1956, or the principal at your school of choice,

to Änd out whether those services or supports are available

at the school.

For more information, call the Special Education Departmentat 651-767-8321 or go to specialed.spps.org.

Note: Every student who meets state eligibility criteria for

special education is entitled to a free, appropriate public

education (FAPE) in the least restrictive environment

(Individuals with Disabilities Education Act of 1997).

SOME SPECIAL EDUCATION SERVICES ARE AVAILABLE AT

ALL SCHOOLS. All schools have some special education

services; however, not all special education services are

available at every school. The following is a list of services

that will be available in every elementary, middle and senior

high school in SPPS.

• School social work services

• SpeciÄc services for students with learning disabilities

• Classroom support for students with Emotional or

Behavioral Disorder

• Occupational and physical therapy

• Developmental adaptive physical education

• Services for Deaf/Hard of Hearing students

• Services for Visually Impaired Students

• Speech and languages services

• Orientation and mobility services to help students

adapt to their school and community environment

(high school only)

• Nursing services

• Other Health Disability/Traumatic Brain Injury

consultation (special and general education teachers

work with district-wide staɈ to provide appropriate

services for individual students)

• Work with experience handicapped program (high

schools only)

THINGS TO CONSIDER WHEN SELECTING A

SCHOOL FOR CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL NEEDS

PHYSICAL SETTING• Will your student have physical access to all

appropriate areas of the building?

• Can students with special needs move about the

school and classrooms with ease?

HEALTH SUPPORT• Can the school’s health services meet your child’s

needs?

OPPORTUNITY FOR INCLUSION• What is the school’s approach for including students

with special needs in classrooms, as well as extra-

curricular/enrichment opportunities?

• What experience do the classroom teachers have

working with students who have special education

needs?

CHARACTERISTICS OF THE STUDENT POPULATION• Does the size of the student population at the school

support your student’s learning style?

• Will your other children be able to attend the same

school?

STUDENTS WITH HEALTH CONDITIONSFamilies are encouraged to provide health

information, medication and special procedureinformation to the school nurse. This information

will allow the school to provide your child a safe

learning environment. For more information,

contact your child’s school nurse or the Student

Wellness Department at 651-767-8385 or go to

studentwellness.spps.org.

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SPECIAL EDUCATION PROGRAMSADAPTED ATHLETICSStudents with physical or cognitive disabilities in 7th -12th

grade are encouraged to check out the district’s Adapted

Athletics. Student athletes improve their physical Ätness;

make lifetime friends; are part of a team; and compete with

the Minnesota State High School league.

ADAPTED ATHLETICS OFFERINGS:• Fall: Adapted Soccer

• Winter: Adapted Floor Hockey

• Spring: Adapted Bowling or Softball

HAVE FUN AND BE PART OF A TEAM:• Earn a Varsity letter

• Compete at the state level

• Be prep athlete of the week

• Be featured in local papers

• Read your team’s score in the Pioneer Press sportssection!

For questions, call Athletic Director Dave Mergens at

651-744-5640 or for schedules, check out

sports.spps.org.

For more information, contact the Oɉce of Special

Education at 651-767-8321 or specialed.spps.org.

SPECIAL EDUCATION ADVISORY COUNCIL (SEAC)SEAC is a collaboration of parents, teachers and interested

community members who provide input on special

education issues to the Saint Paul Public Schools Special

Education Director. Parent participation allows members to:

• Advise on the creation and development of SpecialEducation policy and practices.

• Network with other family members who have children

with disabilities.

• Develop strong relationships with Special Education

staɈ.

• Become more knowledgeable about Special

Education resources.

For more information, call Jackie Kelly at 651-767-3437 or

email her at [email protected].

“I love all the adapted

sports, staff and most of

all my school!”- Tina Randle, student




PATHWAYS AND MAGNET/SPECIALIZED LEARNINGPROGRAMSOn the following pages are lists of “community school pathways” and “magnet school articulations” for each district Area

(A – F). These lists show which schools your child will attend if you select a community school pathway or a magnet school

articulation program.

COMMUNITY SCHOOL PATHWAYSCommunity Schools oɈer a comprehensive elementary

academic program based on the district’s standard

curriculum. They may also oɈer additional academic

opportunities such as enrichment programs or content

specialists. OɈerings vary by school so please check with

the school for details.

“School pathways” provide a natural pathway from

kindergarten through high school, oɈering students the

opportunity to grow and learn along with other students

who live near them.

Families can decide to send their child to either a

Community School pathway or a Magnet School articulated

program. However, eligibility in either a Community School

or Magnet School is determined by a student’s home

address, among other considerations.

ELEMENTARY MIDDLE HIGH SCHOOL

Frost LakeHazel Park PrepThe Heights

Parkway (6-7)

Hazel ParkPreparatory(8th)

Johnson

Battle CreekDayton’s BluɈEastern HeightsHighwood Hills

Battle Creek Harding

Bruce F. VentoJohn A. Johnson

WashingtonTechnology

WashingtonTechnology

Cherokee HeightsRiverview School

HumboldtSecondary

HumboldtSecondary

Chelsea HeightsComo Park

GaltierHamlineSt. Anthony Park

Murray Como Park

EXPO for ExcellenceGroveland ParkHorace Mann SchoolJackson PreparatoryMaxÄeldRandolph Heights

Ramsey (F1)Highland Park(F2)

Central (F1)Highland Park(F2)

A

B

C

D

E

F

MAGNET/SPECIALIZED LEARNING PROGRAMS

(REGIONAL OR DISTRICT MAGNET SCHOOLS)Regional or District Magnet Schools oɈer students

instruction in the district’s core curriculum, but around

a specialized learning program or course of study that

appeals to the varied interests of our students.

These programs are focused on specialized content areas

that, except in a couple of instances, begin in kindergarten

and “articulate” all the way through to grade 12. Examples

of these articulated programs include world languages such

as French, Hmong and Spanish; science and math; the

arts; and more. Core subjects such as reading, math andscience are also taught in these programs.

ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS: A few Magnet Schools have entrance requirements.

• Capitol Hill Gifted and Talented: To be eligible for

Capitol Hill, students must qualify for gifted and

talented services through a district assessment

process that includes the Cognitive Abilities

Test (CogAt 7). For more information, call Talent

Development and Acceleration Services at

651-744-1314 or visit tdas.spps.org. (Priority

entrance for 6th grade will be given to students who

are eligible based on the district assessment process.)Note that the accelerated learning pathway begun at

Capitol Hill articulates to Highland Park Senior High

School at grade 9.

• Adams Spanish Immersion: Requires a Spanish

language admissions test for grade 2 and above

• Benjamin E. Mays Mandarin Immersion Magnet:

Requires a Mandarin language admissions test for

grade 2 and above

• L’Etoile du Nord French Immersion: Requires a

French language admissions test for grade 2 and

above

COMMUNITY SCHOOL PATHWAYS

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MAGNET/SPECIALIZED LEARNING PROGRAMSELEMENTARY MIDDLE HIGH SCHOOL

ADVANCED PLACEMENT

Not available Not available Como Park

Humboldt

JohnsonWashington

AEROSPACE/ENGINEERING

Farnsworth Farnsworth Johnson

AMERICAN INDIAN LANGUAGE & CULTURE

American IndianMagnet

American IndianMagnet

Harding

BIOSMART

Wellstone, Paul & Sheila Elementary

Washington Washington

CAPITOL HILL GIFTED & TALENTED

Capitol Hill Gifted& Talented

Capitol Hill Gifted & Talented

Highland Park

ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE

Not available Humboldt Humboldt

EXPEDITIONARY LEARNING

Not available Open World Open World

FINANCE

Not available Not available Como Park

FRENCH IMMERSION

L’Etoile du Nord Ramsey Central

HMONG/ENGLISH TWO-WAY IMMERSION, HMONG STUDIES OR

HMONG LANGUAGE & CULTURE (MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL ONLY)

Jackson

Phalen Lake

Washington

Battle Creek

Washington

Harding

INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE (IB)

Ben E. Mays

Hazel Park

Highland Park

Ramsey

Hazel Park

Highland Park

Central

Harding

Highland Park

MANDARIN IMMERSION

Ben E. Mays To be determined To be determinedMONTESSORI

CrossroadsMontessori

J.J. Hill

Nokomis

Parkway Not available

ELEMENTARY MIDDLE HIGH SCHOOL

PREPARATORY SCHOOL

Obama, Barackand Michelle

Not available Not available

SCIENCE

CrossroadsScience

Humboldt(EnvironmentalScience)

Washington(BioSMART)

Humboldt

Washington

SPANISH/ENGLISH TWO-WAY IMMERSION

Riverview

Wellstone, Paul & Sheila

Highland Park Highland Park

SPANISH IMMERSION

Adams SpanishImmersion Highland Park Highland Park

VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS

Four Seasons

MississippiCreative Arts

Saint Paul Music Academy

Linwood Monroe

Creative Arts/ Open World

Linwood Monroe

Creative Arts/ Open World






Specialized Learning Programs A B C D E F

Advanced Placement (AP)

Como Park Senior Ŷ Ŷ (F1)

Humboldt Secondary Ŷ Ŷ (F2)

Johnson Senior Ŷ Ŷ

Washington Technology Ŷ

Aerospace/Engineering

Farnsworth Aerospace Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ

Johnson Senior Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ

American Indian Language & Culture

American Indian Magnet Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ

Harding Senior Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ

BioSMART

Wellstone, Paul & Sheila Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ

Washington Technology Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ

Capitol Hill Gifted & Talented

Capitol Hill Gifted & Talented Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ

Highland Park Senior Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ

Expeditionary Learning

Open World Learning Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ

Environmental Science

Humboldt Secondary Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ

Finance

Como Park Senior Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ

French Immersion

L’Etoile du Nord (two sites) Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ

Ramsey Middle Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ

Central Senior Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ

Hmong/English Two-Way Immersion or HmongStudies

Jackson Preparatory Ŷ (W) Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ

Phalen Lake Hmong Studies Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ (E)

Hmong Language & Culture

Battle Creek Middle Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ (E)

Harding Senior Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ (E)

Jackson Preparatory Ŷ (W) Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ

Phalen Lake Hmong Studies Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ (E)

Washington Technology Ŷ (W) Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ

SPECIALIZED LEARNING PROGRAMS

SCHOOL CHOICE BY AREASpecialized Learning Programs A B C D E F

International Baccalaureate (IB)

Benjamin E. Mays Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ

Central Senior Ŷ (W) Ŷ Ŷ (F1)

Harding Senior Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ (E)

Hazel Park Preparatory (Elem) Ŷ Ŷ

Hazel Park Preparatory (Middle) Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ (E)

Highland Park Elementary Ŷ Ŷ

Highland Park Middle Ŷ Ŷ (F2)

Highland Park Senior Ŷ Ŷ (F2)

Ramsey Ŷ (W) Ŷ Ŷ (F1)

Mandarin Immersion

Benjamin E. Mays Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ

Montessori

Crossroads Montessori,year-round

Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ

J.J. Hill Ŷ (W) Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ

Nokomis - North Campus* Ŷ Ŷ (E)

Nokomis - South Campus* Ŷ

Parkway Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ

Preparatory School

Obama, Barack and Michelle Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ

Science

Crossroads Science,year-round

Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ

Spanish/English Two-Way Immersion

Riverview West Side School Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ

Wellstone, Paul & Sheila Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ

Spanish Immersion

Adams Spanish Immersion Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ

Highland Park Middle Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ

Highland Park Senior Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ

Visual & Performing Arts

Four Seasons Arts Plus Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ

Linwood Monroe Arts+ Ŷ Ŷ

Mississippi Creative Arts Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ

Creative Arts/Open WorldLearning

Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ

Saint Paul Music Academy Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ

Ŷ (W) Serves Area C (West of 35E) | Ŷ (E) Serves Areas C (East of 35E)

* Student Placement will make Änal placement decisions basedon space availability at either site and other criteria.




ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS MAP 2013/2014

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Saint Paul Public Schools provides great schools in every neighborhood in Saint Paul. Whether you choose a Community

School near your home or enroll in a Regional or District Magnet school, there is an elementary school in Saint Paul Public

Schools that is just right for your child. We encourage you to consider several schools, then visit each for a personal

experience. Many schools have regular tours. Call to see when you can stop by. See page 8 for a list of open houses.

If you have speciÄc questions, contact the Student Placement Center at 651-632-3760. Steps to enroll your child in school

are on page 7 of this guide.

NOTE: In 2013/2014, each SPPS elementary school will become a Community School, Regional Magnet or District Magnet.

ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS REFERENCE CHART 2013/2014

COMMUNITY SCHOOLSCommunity Schools oɈer a comprehensive elementary academic program based on the district’s standard curriculum. They

may also oɈer additional academic opportunities such as enrichment programs or content specialists. OɈerings vary by

school; see pages 34-43 for school descriptions. NOTE: English Learner (EL) services and Special Education services are

available at all schools though at diɈerent levels depending on the school.

DETAILS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE Start Time

End Time

Pre-K Uniforms

Required

Discovery

Club

Language

Academy*

Frost Lake (K-5)frost.spps.org | 651-293-8930

9:30 a.m.4:00 p.m.

Ŷ

Hazel Park Preparatory Academy (Pre-K-8)hppa.spps.org | 651-293-8970

9:30 a.m.

4:00 p.m.Ŷ Ŷ

The Heights Community School (Pre-K-5)heights.spps.org | 651-293-8815

8:30 a.m.

3:00 p.m.Ŷ Ŷ

Battle Creek (K-5)battlecreekel.spps.org | 651-293-8850

8:30 a.m.

3:00 p.m.Ŷ

Dayton’s BluɈ Achievement Plus (Pre-K-5)daytonsbluɈ.spps.org | 651-293-8915

8:30 a.m.

3:00 p.m.Ŷ

Eastern Heights (Pre-K-5)eastern.spps.org | 651-293-8870

9:30 a.m.

4:00 p.m.Ŷ

Highwood Hills (Pre-K-5)highwood.spps.org | 651-293-8875

8:30 a.m.3:00 p.m.

Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ

Bruce F. Vento (Pre-K-5)vento.spps.org | 651-293-8685

8:30 a.m.

3:00 p.m.Ŷ Ŷ

John A. Johnson Achievement Plus (Pre-K-5) jaj.spps.org | 651-793-7300

8:30 a.m.

3:00 p.m.Ŷ

Cherokee Heights (Pre-K-5)cherokeeheights.spps.org | 651-293-8610

8:30 a.m.

3:00 p.m.Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ

Riverview West Side School of Excellence (Pre-K-5)riverview.spps.org | 651-293-8665

8:30 a.m.

3:00 p.m.Ŷ Ŷ

Chelsea Heights (K-5)chelsea.spps.org | 651-293-8790

8:30 a.m.

3:00 p.m.

Como Park (Pre-K-5)comoel.spps.org | 651-293-8820

8:30 a.m.3:00 p.m.

Ŷ Ŷ

Galtier (Pre-K-5)galtier.spps.org | 651-293-8710

9:30 a.m.

4:00 p.m.Ŷ Ŷ

Hamline (K-5)hamline.spps.org | 651-293-8715

8:30 a.m.

3:00 p.m.Ŷ

St. Anthony Park (K-5)stanthony.spps.org | 651-293-8735

8:30 a.m.

3:00 p.m.Ŷ

A R E A A

A R E A B

A R E A C

A R E A D

A R E A E

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DETAILS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE Areas Served Start Time

End Time

Pre-K Uniforms

Required

Discovery

Club

Language

Academy*


Farnsworth Aerospace - Lower (Pre-K-4)farnsworth.spps.org | 651-293-8675

A-F 9:35 a.m.

4:10 p.m.Ŷ

Farnsworth Aerospace - Upper (5-8)farnsworth.spps.org | 651-293-8880

A-F 9:30 a.m.

4:00 p.m.

AMERICAN INDIAN LANGUAGE AND CULTURE

American Indian Magnet (Pre-K-8)aims.spps.org | 651-778-3100

A-F 9:30 a.m.

4:00 p.m.Ŷ

BIOSMART

Wellstone, Paul & Sheila (Pre-K-5)wellstone.spps.org | 651-290-8354

A-F 9:30 a.m.

4:00 p.m.Ŷ


Capitol Hill Gifted & Talented (1-8)capitolhill.spps.org | 651-325-2500

A-F 8:30 a.m.

3:00 p.m.Ŷ

FRENCH IMMERSION

L’Etoile du Nord French Immersion - Lower (K-1)frenchimmersion.spps.org | 651-221-1480

A-F 9:30 a.m.4:00 p.m.

Ŷ

L’Etoile du Nord French Immersion - Upper (2-5)frenchimmersion.spps.org | 651-221-1480

A-F 9:40 a.m.

4:10 p.m.Ŷ

HMONG/ENGLISH TWO-WAY IMMERSION, HMONG STUDIES OR HMONG LANGUAGE & CULTURE

Jackson Preparatory Academy (Pre-K-5) jackson.spps.org | 651-293-8650

C (West of 35E),D, E, F

8:30 a.m.

3:00 p.m.Ŷ

Phalen Lake Hmong Studies (Pre-K-5)phalen.spps.org | 651-293-8935

A, B,C (East of 35E)

8:30 a.m.

3:00 p.m.Ŷ Ŷ

REGIONAL/DISTRICT MAGNET SCHOOLSRegional/District Magnet schools oɈer students instruction in the district’s core curriculum, but around a specialized learning

program or course of study that appeals to the varied interests of our students. In general, students “articulate” (transition)

from kindergarten all they way through grade 12. OɈerings vary by school; see page 32-33 for program highlights and

pages 34-43 for school descriptions. NOTE: English Learner (EL) services and Special Education services are available at all

schools though at diɈerent levels depending on the school.

COMMUNITY SCHOOLS (CONTINUED)

DETAILS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE Start Time

End Time

Pre-K Uniforms

Required

Discovery

Club

Language

Academy*

EXPO for Excellence (Pre-K-5)expo.spps.org | 651-290-8384

8:30 a.m.

3:00 p.m.Ŷ Ŷ

Groveland Park (K-5)groveland.spps.org | 651-293-8760

9:30 a.m.4:00 p.m.

Horace Mann School (K-5)mann.spps.org | 651-293-8965

8:30 a.m.

3:00 p.m.Ŷ

Jackson Preparatory Academy (Pre-K-5) jackson.spps.org | 651-293-8650

8:35 a.m.

4:05 p.m.Ŷ

MaxÄeld (Pre-K-5)maxÄeld.spps.org | 651-293-8680

8:35 a.m.

4:05 p.m.Ŷ Ŷ

Randolph Heights (Pre-K-5)randolph.spps.org | 651-293-8780

9:30 a.m.

4:00 p.m.Ŷ Ŷ

A R E A F

* Language Academy is an English Learner program. See page 23 for more information.


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DETAILS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE Areas Served Start Time

End Time

Pre-K Uniforms

Required

Discovery

Club

Language

Academy*


Benjamin E. Mays Magnet (Pre-K-5)

maysmagnet.spps.org | 651-325-2400

A, B, C, E, F 8:30 a.m.

3:00 p.m.

Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ

Hazel Park Preparatory Academy (Pre-K-8)IB PYP/MYP Candidatehppa.spps.org | 651-293-8970

A, B 9:30 a.m.

4:00 p.m.Ŷ Ŷ

Highland Park (K-5)highlandel.spps.org | 651-293-8770

D, F 9:30 a.m.

4:00 p.m.Ŷ

MANDARIN IMMERSION

Benjamin E. Mays Magnet (Pre-K-5)maysmagnet.spps.org | 651-325-2400

A-F 8:30 a.m.

3:00 p.m.Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ

MONTESSORI

Crossroads Montessori, year-round (Pre-K-5)crossroads.spps.org | 651-767-8540

A-F 8:30 a.m.

3:00 p.m.Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ

J.J. Hill Montessori (Pre-K-5) jjhill.spps.org | 651-293-8720

C (West of 35E),D, E, F

8:30 a.m.

3:00 p.m.Ŷ Ŷ

Nokomis Montessori - North (Pre-K-5)**nokomis.spps.org | 651-293-8857

A, C (East of35E)

9:35 a.m.

4:05 p.m.Ŷ Ŷ

Nokomis Montessori - South (Pre-K-5)**nokomis.spps.org | 651-293-8857

B 9:35 a.m.

4:05 p.m.Ŷ Ŷ

PREPARATORY SCHOOL

Obama, Barack and Michelle (Pre-K-5)obama.spps.org | 651-293-8625

A-F 8:30 a.m.

3:00 p.m.Ŷ Ŷ

SCIENCE

Crossroads Science, year-round (Pre-K-5)

crossroads.spps.org | 651-767-8540

A-F 8:30 a.m.

3:00 p.m.

Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ

SPANISH/ENGLISH TWO-WAY IMMERSION

Riverview West Side School of Excellence (Pre-K-5)riverview.spps.org | 651-293-8665

B, D, F 8:30 a.m.

3:00 p.m.Ŷ Ŷ

Wellstone, Paul & Sheila (Pre-K-5)wellstone.spps.org | 651-290-8354

A, C, E 9:30 a.m.

4:00 p.m.Ŷ

SPANISH IMMERSION

Adams Spanish Immersion Magnet (K-5)adams.spps.org | 651-298-1595

A-F 9:30 a.m.

4:00 p.m.Ŷ


Four Seasons Arts+ (Pre-K-5)

fourseasons.spps.org | 651-290-7595

A-F 8:30 a.m.

3:00 p.m.Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ

Mississippi Creative Arts (Pre-K-5)mississippi.spps.org | 651-293-8840

A, B, C 9:30 a.m.

4:00 p.m.Ŷ Ŷ

Linwood Monroe - Lower (K-3)lmap.spps.org | 651-293-6606

D, F 9:40 a.m.

4:10 p.m.Ŷ

Linwood Monroe - Upper (Pre-K, 4-8)lmap.spps.org | 651-293-8690

D, F 9:30 a.m.

4:00 p.m.Ŷ Ŷ

Saint Paul Music Academy (Pre-K-5)spmusicacademy.spps.org | 651-293-8795

A, B, C, E 8:30 a.m.

3:00 p.m.Ŷ Ŷ

REGIONAL/DISTRICT MAGNET SCHOOLS (CONTINUED)

* Language Academy is an English Learner program. See page 23 for more information. ** Student Placement will make Änal placement decisions based on space availability ateither site and other criteria.




ELEMENTARY SCHOOL DESCRIPTIONSADAMS SPANISH IMMERSION (K-5)adams.spps.org | 651-298-1595

For an international education without the travel expense, consider Adams. We teach all K-1 subjects in Spanish with 30

minutes of English instruction daily starting in grade 2. Accelerated math for grades 3 and up has led to test scores higher

than the state average, and three out of four Adams students read at or above grade level in English. Our core curriculum

is enhanced by specialists in art, music and physical education. We appreciate active parents and community partners,including Amity Interns – native Spanish speakers who add cultural and linguistic richness to the school community.

Pathway: Adams --> Highland Middle --> Highland Senior

AMERICAN INDIAN MAGNET (PRE-K-8)aims.spps.org | 651-778-3100

Our school oɈers a rigorous, districtwide program rooted in American Indian history, culture, art, traditions and values. We

welcome all students from all backgrounds to learn through and about American Indian Studies beginning in grades Pre-K

through 8 – and continuing through 12th grade at Harding High School, which provides mentors and team leaders to AIM

students. At AIM, our instructors weave Ojibwe and Lakota languages and cultures into academic subjects, making deep

connections for our learners. Our Book of the Month program has been recognized nationally for integrating high standards

in literacy instruction with American Indian culture. Specialists in technology, science, art and physical education enrich the

curriculum, and our free after-school program includes an Indian Youth Enrichment Program, Urban 4H and Extended Day ofLearning.

Pathway: American Indian --> American Indian --> Harding

BATTLE CREEK (K-5)battlecreekel.spps.org | 651-293-8850

The wooded hills, trails and wetlands of nearby Battle Creek Regional Park provide a remarkable opportunity for our

students to learn Ärsthand about the natural world. The beauty and wonder of our environment provide themes for

instruction in all subjects at Battle Creek Elementary. In addition to the core curriculum, Battle Creek has full-time specialists

in science, technology, music and physical education; we oɈer gifted and talented services in the academics as well as

in the arts. Parents are active in the life of our school, promoting community involvement, hosting activities that increase

awareness of Battle Creek, and raising funds to provide extras. StaɈ and parents work in partnership to provide a balanced

and nurturing education for each child.Pathway: Battle Creek Elem. --> Battle Creek Mid --> Harding

BENJAMIN E. MAYS INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE (PRE-K-5)maysmagnet.spps.org | 651-325-2400

Our school is an authorized Primary Years Programme (PYP) of the prestigious International Baccalaureate (IB) organization.

Students at our IB World School acquire the skills of thinking, social action, communication, research and self-management.

The IB/PYP strives to help students develop an international perspective and become productive global citizens through

rigorous curriculum. Specialists at Ben Mays provide students with instruction in creative writing, physical education, and

music including band, orchestra and chorus. Hundreds of volunteers read with and to our students every year, and our

parents are a powerful force in our established school community.

Pathway: Ben E. Mays (Areas A,B,C,E,F) --> Hazel Park, Ramsey or Highland Mid --> Harding, Central or Highland

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BENJAMIN E. MAYS MANDARIN IMMERSION (K-2; ADDITIONAL GRADES TO BE ADDED TO

GRADE 5)maysmagnet.spps.org | 651-325-2400

Our school provides instruction in Mandarin across all core subject areas in order to produce bilingual, bi-literate, and

multicultural citizens of the world. Students master grade-appropriate subject content, become Åuent in Mandarin Chinese,

and develop skills at or beyond standards set for English-only programs. The curriculum in the Mandarin Immersion

Program includes a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) focus. Kindergarten and Ärst-grade

students are taught predominately in Mandarin. Similarly, 2nd through 5th grade students receive most of their instruction

in Mandarin, but also receive 30 minutes of English language arts instruction daily. Starting with the 2013/2014 school year,

our school will serve kindergarten to 2nd grade and will add a grade level each coming year up to 5th grade.

Pathway: Ben E. Mays (Areas A-F) --> TBD --> TBD

BRUCE F. VENTO (PRE-K-5)vento.spps.org | 651-293-8685

Located on the East Side of Saint Paul, our community school serves our neighborhood’s diverse student population.

Our mission is to provide every student with the strongest possible foundation in reading, writing, math and science – to

prepare them for success in middle and high school, and ultimately, college. School-wide, each class “adopts” a college

or university and learns about its campus. In return, colleges and universities around the country have adopted our

classrooms. For example, the University of Minnesota’s College of Design has partnered with Vento Äfth graders on projects

like 3D computer-aided interior design and creating the toys of the future. Students in 3rd through 5th grades visit a local

college or university each year. Embedded throughout the year are supports, enrichments and celebrations that honor

individual and school achievements.

Pathway: Bruce Vento --> Washington --> Washington

CAPITOL HILL GIFTED & TALENTED (1-8)capitolhill.spps.org | 651-325-2500

Our school is the district magnet for gifted and talented students. Learners here experience an academic program that

challenges and builds on student strengths, passions and interests in core subjects as well as science and the arts.

Elementary students can participate in an array of music programs including band, orchestra, choir and Suzuki strings; other

activities like Science Olympiad, science fair, geography and spelling bees, debate, History Day and Word Masters takeplace during the day or after school. At the elementary level, Capitol Hill has specialists in science, visual arts, drama and

physical education as well as music, and students participate in a variety of local, state and national competitions. See page

26 for admission requirements.

Pathway: Capitol Hill --> Capitol Hill --> Highland Senior

CHELSEA HEIGHTS (K-5)chelsea.spps.org | 651-293-8790

We oɈer a small-school atmosphere with big-school enrichments: arts, archery and an all-school science fair, to mention a

few. In a quiet residential neighborhood and next door to the Northwest Como Recreation Center, Chelsea Heights focuses

on academics, the arts and all-around wellness. Community members volunteer to tutor and read to our students, while

active parents plan events, raise funds and created a running club that now has more than 100 participants. Full-time

science, music and physical education specialists help make the most of many regular Äeld trips, and our updated computerlab and 16 interactive white boards provide exceptional learning tools. A brand new playground and landscape are coming

in spring 2013.

Pathway: Chelsea Heights --> Murray --> Como Park Senior

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DCHEROKEE HEIGHTS (PRE-K-5)cherokeeheights.spps.org | 651-293-8610

Our school celebrates students of all ages and encourages entire families to pursue their educational dreams. Cherokee’s

atmosphere is friendly and supportive, with monthly spirit and celebration days that honor our students’ hard work. Our

international Åair makes Cherokee a great place to learn, too. The communications Äeld is a special focus for our school: we

have a fully-equipped television studio where students produce a live daily newscast. Instrumental music lessons, tutoringoptions and after-school programs all extend learning time and help build teamwork and social skills. Students at Cherokee

Heights love our indoor pool, with swimming lessons provided by Red Cross-certiÄed instructors.

Pathway: Cherokee Heights --> Humboldt --> Humboldt

COMO PARK (PRE-K-5)comoel.spps.org | 651-293-8820

Our school oɈers exceptional resources – including the district’s only onsite planetarium – all near beautiful Como Park. As

a result, nature is a special focus for our school. Our community connects regularly with Belwin Outdoor Science, Bakken

Museum, Children’s Museum, Big River Journey, Como Zoo, Starbase, and NASA Space Camp. Specialists in reading and

math work with classroom teachers at each grade level to support learning, and most of our students achieve medium

to high growth in reading and math. Specialists in science, social studies, music and physical education enrich the core

curriculum. Technology is integrated into learning throughout the day with the use of interactive white boards, computers,laptop carts and iPads.

Pathway: Como Park Elementary --> Murray --> Como Park Senior

CROSSROADS MONTESSORI MAGNET (PRE-K-5)crossroads.spps.org | 651-767-8540

Crossroads is the only year-round school in the district, with a 45-days-on, 15-days-oɈ schedule. Maria Montessori

pioneered “personalized learning” more than 100 years ago in Italy, and her methods still work today at Crossroads.

Grace and courtesy are important values in the Montessori method, which also features multi-grade classrooms with a

cooperative, family-like atmosphere and teachers who stay with the student for two to three years. We encourage serene

classrooms and students who demonstrate self-direction, self-discipline, peacemaking and a sense of world citizenship.

Pathway: Crossroads Montessori --> Parkway --> Your Community High School

CROSSROADS SCIENCE MAGNET (PRE-K-5)crossroads.spps.org | 651-767-8540

Crossroads Elementary Science Magnet is a year-round program with a 45-days-on, 15-days-oɈ schedule. We are really

excited about science here! At the heart of our school is a one-of-a-kind Inquiry Zone – a fully-equipped science lab, staɈed

in collaboration with the University of Minnesota’s Bell Museum of Natural History, where students can build machines,

study critters, and design and conduct hands-on, experiential investigations. A bright and beautiful library/media center

oɈers even more resources. Extended day and enrichment programs include chess, spoken word and robotics.

Pathway: Crossroads Science --> Humboldt (Environmental Science) or Washington (BioSMART) --> Humboldt

DAYTON’S BLUFF ACHIEVEMENT PLUS (PRE-K-5)daytonsbluɈ.spps.org | 651-293-8915

Our award-winning, richly diverse neighborhood school is adjacent to the Dayton’s BluɈ Recreation Center on Saint Paul’s

East Side. Recognized nationally for increases in school academic achievement, Dayton’s BluɈ brings all staɈ, specialists

and community partners together to provide comprehensive learning experiences and supports. With teaching specialists

in science, music, art and physical education, our school also has a specialist in basic skills who works with students who

are catching up academically. We are proud of the many volunteers who serve our school to ensure the academic and

life success of our students. We are an Achievement Plus school with dental services, mental health, and housing and

employment assistance. A nurse, social worker, speech pathologist, occupational therapist and other specialists are on site.

For more on Achievement Plus, see page 19.

Pathway: Dayton’s BluɈ --> Battle Creek Middle --> Harding


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EASTERN HEIGHTS (PRE-K-5)eastern.spps.org | 651-293-8870

Our small school has a big, big heart. Nestled in a quiet East Side neighborhood, we celebrate the rich cultural diversity

of our students throughout the year. We also place a strong emphasis on educating the whole child: socially, emotionally,

intellectually and physically. New programs integrate awareness of health and wellness throughout each day – you might

even see students doing yoga. Parents tell us how much they appreciate the welcoming and very special spirit of EasternHeights. We love and respect our families, and it shows.

Pathway: Eastern Heights --> Battle Creek Middle --> Harding Senior

EXPO FOR EXCELLENCE (PRE-K-5)expo.spps.org | 651-290-8384

A friendly, happy environment Älled with student artwork welcomes one and all to EXPO for Excellence – a vibrant school

with an extraordinary range of resources. “Looped classrooms” in grades 1-2 and grades 3-4 provide continuity of

relationships with teachers and other students. Grade 5 is a leadership year, in which our oldest students take on greater

responsibility. EXPO oɈers accelerated math, physical education, and gifted and talented programs. We also emphasize

projects in arts, science and technology/engineering – students might write and produce a play one year and build cars the

next. Our one-of-a-kind outdoor play structure, Treasure Island, was lovingly built and is maintained by parent volunteers.

Pathway: EXPO --> Ramsey (F1) or Highland Middle (F2) --> Central (F1) or Highland Senior (F2)

FARNSWORTH AEROSPACE - LOWER CAMPUS (PRE-K-4)farnsworth.spps.org | 651-293-8675

At Farnsworth – “The Home of Future Leaders” – our aerospace focus is infused in every aspect of our curriculum. It

engages imagination and encourages experimentation. Our students work on teams to solve complex problems and each

success builds conÄdence for the next challenge. Enrichments at Farnsworth include music and art, on-site Åight simulators,

and Äeld trips (beginning in second grade) to places like the Omaha Strategic Air & Space Museum and the Johnson or

Kennedy Space Centers. Students thrive here because our goal is to develop future leaders.

Pathway: Farnsworth Lower --> Farnsworth Upper --> Johnson Senior

FOUR SEASONS ARTS PLUS (PRE-K-5)fourseasons.spps.org | 651-290-7595

Our students explore every subject through the arts, and our teachers know how to link heart, mind and imagination to

create joyous learning. Four Seasons moved to its present location next door to beautiful Merriam Park in 2011. With space

enough to add Deaf and Hard of Hearing programs and Language Academy in 2012, we still have room for new students.

Each June we pitch a big tent on the lawn and involve every student in an original musical extravaganza – created and

produced by our own talented specialists in music, dance, drama and visual arts – that draws more than 1,000 audience

members. Throughout the school year, a network of enthusiastic families and community partners supports our creative,

engaged learners.

Pathway: Four Seasons --> Linwood Monroe (Areas D, F) or Creative Arts/Open World --> Creative Arts/Open World

FROST LAKE (K-5)frost.spps.org | 651-293-8930

Today’s children are being prepared for jobs and careers that don’t exist yet. We do know they will need the interpersonal

skills to collaborate eɈectively: solid communication, Åexibility, creativity, and an ability to seek and understand new

information. Technology plays an important role in our school. Our students use iPads, iPods, interactive white boards and

many other tools to master and enjoy reading and math. In addition, we oɈer a strong science program and school-wide

music, art and physical education. Our faculty members engage in ongoing professional development and everyone on our

staɈ models respectful behavior, generosity and acts of kindness. At Frost Lake, we believe elementary school is all about

helping young children develop the strategies and conÄdence to apply what they know so they can continue learning.

Pathway: Frost Lake --> Parkway --> Johnson Senior


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ELEMENTARY SCHOOL DESCRIPTIONSGALTIER (PRE-K-5)galtier.spps.org | 651-293-8710

Located in the historic Midway area of St. Paul, Galtier oɈers resources available only in an urban education setting. From

pre-K forward, our science, math and technology focus develops highly literate mathematicians and scientists. Students

learn to use technology – we have Smartboards and multimedia in every classroom – and hands-on activities to hone their

inquiry and critical thinking abilities. Specialists in science, math and music collaborate with classroom teachers to providepersonalized instruction for each student. Galtier also oɈers literacy support through the Minnesota Reading Corps, the

America Reads Program through the University of Minnesota, and a strong core of volunteers. Within an atmosphere of

great caring, we hold our students accountable to high standards of academic achievement.

Pathway: Galtier --> Murray --> Como Park Senior

GROVELAND PARK (K-5)groveland.spps.org | 651-293-8760

Our school feels like a small learning community, yet with all the opportunities available in a large urban school. Partnerships

with local universities, community organizations and parents enable us to oɈer many rich experiences, including artist

residencies and Äeld trips. Groveland’s resourceful parent group raises funds each year to bring in an Amity Intern – a native

of Spain, Mexico or South America – who assists students in learning some of the Spanish culture and language. And each

fall, our 5th grade classes travel to the Boundary Waters for four days. Specialists in music, art, and physical educationenrich our curriculum, and two science specialists ensure students in all grades have 100 minutes of science each week.

Pathway: Groveland --> Ramsey (F1) or Highland Middle (F2) --> Central (F1) or Highland Senior (F2)

HAMLINE (K-5) hamline.spps.org | 651-293-8715

College begins in kindergarten – or even before! Our campus is just across the street from Hamline University, which

partners with our school at every grade level. With an atmosphere fully focused on college preparation, our students make

their Ärst campus visit in kindergarten. More than 100 mentors and 120 tutors come to us directly from Hamline, which also

provides academic pairings in theater, music, science, anthropology and law. Our learning community is rich with resources:

two computer labs, 60+ laptops and 170+ iPads, two gymnasiums, and a library with over 45,000 titles. Full-time specialists

in physical education, gifted and talented, and technology integration help kids make the most of our lively international

atmosphere.Pathway: Hamline --> Murray --> Como Park Senior

HARAMBEE COMMUNITY CULTURES/ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE (K-5)emid6067.net/harambee | 651-379-2500

Harambee is a year-round magnet school serving students in K-5 in St. Paul and nine neighboring school districts. We

strive to provide unique, exciting, and eɈective learning experiences for all of our students so they may become conÄdent

learners. We oɈer a diverse student body; a looping format so students stay with the same teacher for two years; all day

kindergarten; a challenging, standards-based curriculum; a unique 28-acre campus; and free bus transportation. Come for a

tour - Thursdays at 2:30 pm when school is in session. All students must apply to the school directly; please visit

emid6067.net/harambee.

HAZEL PARK PREPARATORY ACADEMY (PRE-K-8)hppa.spps.org | 651-293-8970

We are a candidate school for the International Baccalaureate (IB) Organization’s Primary Years and Middle Years

Programmes: a challenging academic curriculum that encourages students to learn the “whys” and “hows” of becoming

global-minded, life-long learners. Students in IB schools build skills that transfer to adult life. Along with IB studies, Hazel

Park has specialists in Spanish, art, music and physical education to enrich and cross-pollinate the curriculum. All students

beneÄt from technology, Äeld trips, and teaching geared precisely for their learning style. At Hazel Park we work in close

collaboration with our students’ families, knowing that together we create a team that surrounds each child with care and

encouragement.

Pathway: Hazel Park (Community) --> Hazel Park --> Johnson Senior

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THE HEIGHTS COMMUNITY SCHOOL (PRE-K-5)heights.spps.org | 651-293-8815

We oɈer remarkable opportunities in a quiet community school on St. Paul’s East Side. In addition to the core curriculum,

The Heights has full-time specialists in science, visual art, music, physical education, and gifted and talented. Enrichments

include many clubs and competitions: Lego League, Math Masters, chess club, music and dance, DestiNation Imagination

and more. Student Council sponsors service projects and events, and our active parents raise funds to provide specialacademic opportunities. Students who may need a little extra help – or an additional challenge – Änd what they need at

The Heights where we oɈer daily academic support and academic stimulation. Our full-time counselor engages students in

ongoing lessons in social responsibility and respect.

Pathway: The Heights --> Parkway --> Johnson Senior

HIGHLAND PARK (K-5)highlandel.spps.org | 651-293-8770

In 2013 we celebrate 10 years as a Primary Years Programme, as designated by the prestigious International Baccalaureate

organization. This means our students think globally – all receive Mandarin Chinese instruction, for example – as they

inquire: learning to ask questions, explore issues hands-on, and take action to solve problems. The small size of our

school makes room for lots of personal attention, and our teachers take warm interest and pride in their students. We oɈer

specialized coursework in science, art and physical education; enrichment activities could include band, choir, theater,dance, Lego League, Lego Robotics, Destination Imagination, special-interest research teams and clubs.

Pathway: Highland Elementary --> Ramsey (F1) or Highland Middle (F2) --> Central (F1) or Highland Senior (F2)

HIGHWOOD HILLS (PRE-K-5)highwood.spps.org | 651-293-8875

Our school is tucked into the quiet southeast corner of St. Paul, where we truly are the heart of the community. With our

doors open well beyond the traditional school day, Highwood Hills serves not only our students, but also their families with

classes, events and activities. A warm international atmosphere welcomes everyone to learn and encourages a strong

partnership among students, families and staɈ. Specialists in art, science and physical education enrich the core curriculum,

and students love our airy, open media center and iMac computer lab. In our school, families can expect a nurturing

environment that considers each child’s social and emotional wellbeing along with academic success.

Pathway: Highwood Hills --> Battle Creek Middle --> Harding Senior

HORACE MANN SCHOOL (K-5)mann.spps.org | 651-293-8965

Our neighborhood school is Älled with students who are excited to be here – taught by teachers who transform excitement

into achievement. Expectations are high from the Ärst day of kindergarten. Our youngest students learn from positive

examples set by the older students who become leaders in many aspects of school life. A high level of parent and

community involvement is reÅected in everything from running the library and tutoring to raising funds for artist residencies,

Äeld trips and many other special activities. A large extended community supports Horace Mann: college kids, retirees

and employees from local businesses volunteer to make our school a great place to learn. A bright and appealing physical

campus shows attention to detail inside and out.

Pathway: Horace Mann --> Ramsey (F1) or Highland Middle (F2) --> Central (F1) or Highland Senior (F2)

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JACKSON (PRE-K-5)jackson.spps.org | 651-293-8650

Our school believes that children are everyone’s priority. Our teachers, parents, community partners and the St. Paul

Promise Neighborhood Initiative are all committed to nurturing each Jackson student as a remarkable individual with

limitless potential. Since 2006, Jackson has oɈered a Hmong Dual Language Program for students in Pre-K to fourth grade.

Research shows that children in a dual language program achieve academically while becoming proÄcient in two languages.Specialists in science, music, physical education and Hmong culture and literacy enhance our core academic program, and

nearly 20 community partners provide extensive academic support, performing and visual arts programs, Ätness, Äeld trips,

and Hmong and African American cultural enrichment.

* Serves Area C (WEST of 35E), D, E and F

Pathway: Jackson (Community) --> Ramsey (F1) or Highland Mid (F2) --> Central (F1) or Highland Senior (F2)Jackson (Hmong Programs) --> Washington --> Washington

J. J. HILL MONTESSORI (PRE-K-5)jjhill.spps.org | 651-293-8720

Our Montessori students learn to saturate themselves in learning. With assistance from highly trained and certiÄed

Montessori teachers, learners at J. J. Hill use hands-on materials to establish creative, inquiry-based and critical thinking

skills. Embedded in cooperative multi-age classrooms, students develop relationships with the same teacher and the samecommunity of learners over a two- to three-year period. The outdoors and nature are integral to our Montessori experience

as well: our gardens have won both grants and attention, and our award-winning running club gets kids moving throughout

the neighborhood one day a week. Artists in residency help celebrate the richness of our Montessori philosophy and the

diversity of our community. Our active PTO sponsors numerous Äeld trips, including a camp experience that allows students

to experience an extended overnight trip in the countryside.

* Serves Area C (WEST of 35E)

Pathway: J.J. Hill --> Parkway --> Your Community High School

JOHN A. JOHNSON ACHIEVEMENT PLUS (PRE-K-5)jaj.spps.org | 651-793-7300

Our school is a classic on the outside and clean and modern on the inside, with natural light cascading through thewindows. Johnson Elementary is more than a school – it’s a lively, friendly hub for a joyful community. That’s what

“Achievement Plus” is about: education, recreation, wellness and other services, all in one convenient location. The beautiful

East Side YMCA was built adjacent to our building, and our students use this new facility for physical education classes.

Our teachers were among the Ärst in the district to make home visits to families – a model that brings deeper understanding

and personalized attention into the classroom. No wonder Johnson Elementary has received national attention and acclaim.

For more on Achievement Plus, see page 19.

Pathway: John A. Johnson --> Washington --> Washington

L’ETOILE DU NORD FRENCH IMMERSION (K-5)frenchimmersion.spps.org | 651-221-1480

It has been said that a second language is one of the best gifts a parent can give a child. L’Etoile du Nord French Immersion

(LNFI) is the only French immersion school in St. Paul. Students who begin at LNFI in kindergarten or Ärst grade becomefunctionally bilingual by the end of 5th grade and can continue their French studies through middle and high school. Our

elementary program is so popular that beginning fall 2013 we are moving to two campuses: grades K-1 at 1305 Prosperity

Ave. (formerly Prosperity Heights Elementary), with grades 2-5 at 1760 Ames Place (formerly Ames Elementary). With many

native French speakers on staɈ and a highly-involved parent community, LNFI oɈers remarkable learning opportunities to

our students.

Pathway: L’Etoile --> Ramsey --> Central

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ELEMENTARY SCHOOL DESCRIPTIONSLINWOOD MONROE ARTS PLUS - DUAL CAMPUS (PRE-K-8)lmap.spps.org | 651-293-6606

Linwood Monroe Arts Plus is a dual campus with grades K-3 at the Lower Campus (Linwood) and grades 4-8 at the Upper

Campus (Monroe). Both campuses infuse the arts into the curriculum, using creative, hands-on experiences to support

core academics. At Linwood Monroe’s Lower Campus, children learn the foundations of the arts – daily classes are taught

by specialists in visual arts, drama, music, and dance – within an intimate school community. Students move to the UpperCampus for grades 4-8. At both sites, a weekly Friday Gathering gives everyone a chance to share the experience of being

a presenter, performer or appreciative audience member. Partnerships and residencies oɈer remarkable arts experiences,

both at school and in arts venues throughout the community. See the Linwood Monroe Arts Plus Upper Campus description

on page 15 for more details.

Pathway: Linwood Monroe --> Linwood Monroe --> Creative Arts/Open World

MAXFIELD (PRE-K-5)maxÄeld.spps.org | 651-293-8680

Our school’s 123 years of tradition, along with state-of-the-art technology, helps MaxÄeld inspire our eager urban learners.

We teach students to know the standards they are expected to reach for graduation and then we help them to exceed

those standards. Our school emphasizes science, technology, engineering and math, and students learn actively through

questioning and inquiry. MaxÄeld has specialists in science, physical education, applied literacy, and culture/drum anddance. Through our Center for Culture, Families, and Learning, we provide ongoing support for our parents/guardians,

students and staɈ. Everyone is involved here: parents visit their child’s classroom, participate in the many family events held

throughout the year, join adult volunteers who help students during the school day, and work alongside community-based

partners. MaxÄeld is, above all, a community of families, professionals, and community partners working together to help

our children succeed.

Pathway: MaxÄeld --> Ramsey (F1) or Highland Middle (F2) --> Central (F1) or Highland Senior (F2)

MISSISSIPPI CREATIVE ARTS SCHOOL (PRE-K-5)mississippi.spps.org | 651-293-8840

Our school motto is “to create, to inspire, to perform and to achieve” – an everyday experience for our students, who

learn through a rich program that blends drama, dance, music, visual and media arts into core subjects. Working with our

own arts specialists and internationally known artists-in-residence, young creative minds experience the satisfaction ofmaking art as they learn reading, writing, math and science. Our teachers love what they do and many are practicing artists

themselves. Students have many opportunities to display their visual or performing arts work for our vibrant international

community, and parents and community organizations are active in our school. After-school and recreation opportunities are

a short walk away at McDonough Recreation Center.

Pathway: Mississippi --> Creative Arts/Open World --> Creative Arts/Open World

NOKOMIS MONTESSORI - DUAL CAMPUS (PRE-K-5)nokomis.spps.org | 651-293-8857

Our school is based on the Montessori method: students learn at their own pace in multi-grade classrooms,

independently cultivating their interests and natural abilities. Teachers help students choose their work

in carefully prepared, peaceful environments. Learners use beautifully designed hands-on materials to

practice and understand skills and concepts. Teachers are Montessori certiÄed and use the Montessori philosophy toguide instruction. Nokomis has an active PTO that provides many opportunities for families to be involved each year, withcommunity-building activities such as the Harvest Festival, Hmong New Year, Family Craft Night, Fun Fair and the SpringLuau Dance. Nokomis serves the East Side of St. Paul with two campuses. Student Placement will make Änal placementdecisions based on space availability at either site and other criteria.

* Serves Area C (EAST of 35E)

Pathway: Nokomis --> Parkway --> Your Community High School

SERVES AREA

D, F

SERVES AREA

F

SERVES AREA

A, B, C

NOKOMIS NORTH

SERVES AREA

A, C*

NOKOMIS SOUTH

SERVES AREA

B




OBAMA, BARACK AND MICHELLE (PRE-K-5)obama.spps.org | 651-293-8625

Our school is a family-friendly place that works closely with parents to ensure the success of all scholars. At Obama, we

educate the largest African American population of any school in the district. We believe it is our responsibility to give Every

Child, Every Chance, Every Day. Our scholars prepare to become future leaders through core curriculum and enrichment

classes: every scholar in kindergarten through 5th grade receives specialist-led classes in science, physical education,

Cultural Explorations through Technology, Career Explorations and performing arts. A newly remodeled library is a school

focal point and many community partnerships and active volunteers provide cultural aɉrmation, mentorship and role

modeling.

Pathway: Obama --> Your Community School --> Your Community School

PHALEN LAKE (PRE-K-5)phalen.spps.org | 651-293-8935

Zoo Siab Tos Txais! Our school oɈers all students an opportunity to develop the skills to actively participate in a multicultural

society. Our learners explore the culture, language, history, art, literature and traditions of many cultures, with a special

focus on the Hmong people. Students in grades K-1 may enroll in a two-way Hmong Dual Language Program that develops

fully bilingual, biliterate and multicultural students. In this program, English is introduced in the early grades but not formallytaught until second grade. Phalen Lake warmly welcomes parents and others to our Family Room – a place to enjoy a

cup of coɈee or tea, meet other parents, and learn how to become involved at school. The friendly bilingual staɈ (Hmong,

Spanish, and Karen) are involved in all aspects of school life and even make home visits to our families.


Pathway: Phalen Lake --> Battle Creek Middle --> Harding Senior

RANDOLPH HEIGHTS (PRE-K-5)randolph.spps.org | 651-293-8780

Our neighborhood school has strong ties to the community, made even stronger by our dedicated parents and families.

Scores of volunteers help with programs like our Book Club for students in grades K-2. Our active PTA builds community

pride and involvement with many family events, and supportsÄeld trips and enrichment activities with their fund raising. As

an accredited Core Knowledge school, our students develop an impressive wealth of knowledge in social studies, science,

literature, mathematics and the arts. Supporting our general education teachers are specialists in visual arts, technology,

science, music and physical education. A full-time gifted and talented specialist coordinates opportunities for all students

to reach their fullest potential. We are especially proud of our library, which is staɈed full-time and annually circulates more

than 40,000 books from an updated and vibrant collection.

Pathway: Randolph Heights --> Ramsey (F1) or Highland Mid (F2) --> Central (F1) or Highland Senior (F2)

RIVERVIEW WEST SIDE SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE (PRE-K-5)riverview.spps.org | 651-293-8665

Riverview’s two-way Spanish-English immersion program prepares both native English and native Spanish speakers to be

Åuent – reading, writing, listening and speaking – in both languages by the end of 5th grade. Throughout the school year our

students learn about and celebrate Latin American culture, especially with music: multi-grade performances featuring bandand dancing. After-school activities include academic support, music, dance, and robotics and technology for upper grades.

In fall 2013, our school is moving to a new site in St. Paul’s vibrant West Side: the former Roosevelt School. This light-Älled

building is being renovated just for Riverview, with a new ventilation system, fully accessible bathrooms, state-of-the-art

technology infrastructure and much more.

Pathway: Riverview (Community School for Area D) --> Humboldt --> HumboldtRiverview (Spanish) --> Highland Park Mid --> Highland Park Senior

SERVES AREA

B, D, F


SERVES AREA

A, B, C*

SERVES AREA

F

SERVES AREA

A-F

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ELEMENTARY SCHOOL DESCRIPTIONSSAINT PAUL MUSIC ACADEMY (SPMA) (PRE-K-5)spmusicacademy.spps.org | 651-293-8795

Music is the common language at our school: all students receive violin instruction in kindergarten, 1st and 2nd grade, along

with vocal music and keyboard. Students in grades 3-6 may choose from musical instruments in our orchestra, plus African

drumming. After-school choices include choir and guitar. Students perform throughout the year, including large winter and

spring concerts that celebrate the many cultures of our school. In addition to four music teachers, our specialists in science,

technology, physical education, and gifted/talented keep the school humming. SPMA is also an Achievement Plus site that

oɈers housing and employment assistance, dental care, and other services. For more on Achievement Plus, see page 19.

Pathway: SPMA --> Creative Arts/Open World --> Creative Arts/Open World

ST. ANTHONY PARK (K-5)stanthony.spps.org | 651-293-8735

When a strong community is united in its love of learning, achievement is the result. Our vintage brick building on Langford

Park is Älled with students, staɈ and family members who like to be here. Specialists in science, technology, social studies,

physical education, art and music enrich the core curriculum. An active parent group raises funds to provide extras like Äeld

trips, artist residencies, physical Ätness awards and many other activities. Hundreds of volunteers help throughout the year,

including with special events – such as our annual “Celebration of Talent” that includes an art show, literary journal andtalent show.

Pathway: St. Anthony Park --> Murray --> Como Park Senior

WELLSTONE , PAUL AND SHEILA ENGLISH/SPANISH TWO-WAY IMMERSION (PRE-K-5)wellstone.spps.org | 651-290-8345

Our students learn to read, write, speak and listen in both Spanish and English. In this model, each child gains conÄdence

as both a Ärst-language model and a second-language learner. English-only instruction is also available in our historic

sunlit building, named for the late Senator Paul Wellstone and his wife Sheila. Our goal is to educate students proÄcient

in languages that expresses knowledge, opinions, and creative ideas that can change and beneÄt the community. We

have ample computer resources, a well-equipped science lab and a welcoming, colorful library. With physical Ätness

opportunities both outdoors and in, Wellstone also emphasizes the arts, partnering with museums and performing

organizations.Pathway: Wellstone (Spanish) --> Highland Park Middle --> Highland Park Senior

WELLSTONE , PAUL AND SHEILA BIOSMART PROGRAM (PRE-K-5)wellstone.spps.org | 651-290-8345

Our students learn the BioSMART curriculum– the premier biosciences program in the district that integrates technology

in every subject area while oɈering a comprehensive and well-rounded curriculum. Several leading companies partner

with our school to prepare students for high school, college and career in the areas of Bio Medical and Health Sciences,

Bio Business and Marketing, and Bio Engineering and Technology. We have ample computer resources, a well-equipped

science lab and a welcoming, colorful library. We solidify science instruction through “Science Fridays.”

Pathway: Wellstone (BioSMART) --> Washington --> Washington

SERVES AREA

E

SERVES AREA

A-F

SERVES AREA

A,C,E

SERVES AREA

A, B, C, E




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MIDDLE SCHOOLS 2013/2014:STRONGER RELATIONSHIPS, ENHANCED LEARNINGFor middle school descriptions, see pages 48-51.

SPPS is strengthening the important transition from

elementary to secondary school. Beginning in the

2013/2014 school year, the district is transforming junior

high schools (grades 7 and 8) to middle schools (grades

6-8).

• All current grade 7-8 junior high schools will become

grade 6-8 middle schools.

• Except for students in our K-8 schools, all current 5th

and 6th grade students will be transitioning to middle

school next year.

• Students entering grade 8 in a school outside their

Area, and who were “grandfathered” into their current

school in the 2012/2013 school year, will be allowed

to complete grade 8 and continue to receive busing.

Here are some middle school highlights that families and

students can look forward to:

INDIVIDUAL STUDENT NEEDS BETTER UNDERSTOOD• Our new three-year middle school program promotes

longer-term student/teacher relationships, and a

team-teaching approach will allow teachers to share

information as students move from class to class and

grade to grade.

• Advisories/homerooms allow students to connect

during the entire school year with a small group of

students and one teacher.

• A requirement for grade 5-8 teacher licensureincludes better training on the needs and issues of

adolescents.

STRONGER FOCUS ON STUDENT ACHIEVEMENT• Realigned middle school curriculum ensures the same

strong class oɈerings in every middle school across

the district.

• AVID prepares students for college eligibility and

success; with learning supports, AVID places students

who are struggling academically in advanced classes.

STUDENT SUPPORT ACTIVITIES ENSURE SMOOTH

TRANSITIONS• W.E.B. (Where Everyone Belongs) places incoming

students in small groups with two 8th grade studentleaders who, with teachers, lead the group in team

building and activities.

• Life Skills Education Curriculum provides students

with a chance to talk about the changes occurring

in their lives around issues such as relationships,

bullying, harassment, on-line safety, and Änancial,

college and career exploration.

• Transition activities between grades will oɈer

students opportunities to learn about changes they

can expect and identify services for students who

need additional help.

FOR FAMILIES WITH A STUDENT ENTERING GRADE 8

IN 2013/2014Students entering grade 8 in a school outside of their

Area who were “grandfathered” into their current

school in the 2012/2013 school year and provided

with busing will be allowed to complete grade 8 and

continue to receive busing.

The “tween” years can cause anxiety for parents and

students alike. We encourage students and families to take

the time to visit our middle schools to see students and

teachers at work. Other opportunities to learn about SPPS

middle schools include:

1. January 12, 2013 – School Choice Fair,

9:30 a.m.-2 p.m., Saint Paul RiverCentre,

175 West Kellogg Blvd, downtown Saint Paul

2. February 4-28, 2013 – Middle School Open Houses;

see page 8 for dates/times

3. February 11-15, 2013 – Middle School Counselors

visit elementary schools to talk to students about their

transition to middle school

4. APPLICATION DEADLINE: FEBRUARY 15, 2013;

see page 9 for details




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below for program highlights and pages 48-51 for school descriptions.

DETAILS SUBJECT TO CHANGE Area

Served

Start Time

End Time

Language

Academy*

World Languages

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A7:30 a.m.

2:00 p.m.

Hazel Park Preparatory Academy(Pre-K-8) IB PYP/MYP Candidatehppa.spps.org | 651-293-8970

A 9:30 a.m.

4:00 p.m.

Spanish

Battle Creek (6-8)bcms.spps.org | 651-293-8960 B

7:30 a.m.

2:00 p.m.Ŷ

>HZOPUN[VU;LJOUVSVN`washington.spps.org | 651-293-8830 C

7:30 a.m.

3:00 p.m.Ŷ

French, Mandarin, Spanish

Humboldt Secondary (6-12)humboldt.spps.org | 651-293-8600 D

7:30 a.m.

3:00 p.m.Ŷ

American Sign Language, Spanish

Murray (6-8)murray.spps.org | 651-293-8740 E

7:30 a.m.

2:00 p.m.Ŷ

Spanish

Ramsey (6-8)ramsey.spps.org | 651-293-8860 F1

7:30 a.m.

2:00 p.m.

French, Spanish

Highland Park (6-8)highlandjr.spps.org | 651-293-8950

F27:30 a.m.

2:00 p.m.


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48-51 for school descriptions.


Served

Start Time

End Time

Language

Academy*

World Languages


Farnsworth Aerospace - Upper (5-8)farnsworth.spps.org | 651-293-8880

A-F 9:30 a.m.

4:00 p.m.

Spanish


American Indian Magnet (Pre-K-8)aims.spps.org | 651-778-3100

A-F 9:30 a.m.

4:00 p.m.

Lakota, Ojibwe

BIOSMART

>HZOPUN[VU;LJOUVSVN`washington.spps.org | 651-293-8830 A-F 7:30 a.m.3:00 p.m.

Ŷ French, Mandarin, Spanish


*HWP[VS/PSS.PM[LK;HSLU[LKcapitolhill.spps.org | 651-325-2500

A-F 8:30 a.m.

3:00 p.m.

French, Spanish


Humboldt Secondary (6-12)humboldt.spps.org | 651-293-8600

A-F 7:30 a.m.

3:00 p.m.Ŷ

American Sign Language, Spanish



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Start Time

End Time

Language

Academy*

World Languages


6WLU>VYSK3LHYUPUN*VTT\UP[òpen.spps.org | 651-293-8670

A-F 7:30 a.m.2:00 p.m.

Spanish

FRENCH IMMERSION

Ramsey (6-8)ramsey.spps.org | 651-293-8860

A-F 7:30 a.m.

2:00 p.m.

French, Spanish

HMONG STUDIES OR HMONG LANGUAGE & CULTURE

Battle Creek (6-8)bcms.spps.org | 651-293-8960

A, B,

C (Eastof 35E)

7:30 a.m.

2:00 p.m.Ŷ

>HZOPUN[VU;LJOUVSVN`washington.spps.org | 651-293-8830

C (Westof 35E),D, E, F

7:30 a.m.

3:00 p.m.Ŷ



Hazel Park Preparatory Academy (Pre-K-8)IB PYP/MYP Candidatehppa.spps.org | 651-293-8970

A, B,

C (Eastof 35E)

9:30 a.m.

4:00 p.m.

Spanish


D, F2 7:30 a.m.

2:00 p.m.


Ramsey (6-8)ramsey.spps.org | 651-293-8860

C (Westof 35E),E, F1

7:30 a.m.

2:00 p.m.

French, Spanish

MONTESSORI

7HYR^H`4VU[LZZVYP"NYHKLHKKLKPUparkway.spps.org | 651-632-3760

A-F 7:30 a.m.

2:00 p.m.

SPANISH IMMERSION


A-F 7:30 a.m.

2:00 p.m.



Linwood Monroe Arts+ (Pre-K, 5-8)lmap.spps.org | 651-293-8690

D, F 9:30 a.m.

4:00 p.m.Ŷ

Spanish

*YLH[P]L(Y[Z6WLU>VYSK3LHYUPUN*VTT\UP[` creativearts.spps.org | 651-292-3480open.spps.org | 651-293-8670

A-F 7:30 a.m.

2:00 p.m.

Spanish

MIDDLE SCHOOLS REFERENCE CHART 2013/2014REGIONAL/DISTRICT MAGNET SCHOOLS (CONTINUED)





**MOST MIDDLE SCHOOLS SERVE AREAS A-F. PLEASE SEE PAGE 46-47 TO FIND YOUR COMMUNITY SCHOOL AND

SPECIALIZED PROGRAMS THAT SPECIFICALLY SERVE YOUR AREA.

AMERICAN INDIAN MAGNET (PRE-K-8)aims.spps.org | 651-778-3100

Our school oɈers a rigorous, district-wide program rooted in American Indian history, culture, art, traditions and values. We

welcome all students from all backgrounds to learn through and about American Indian Studies beginning in grades Pre-K

through 8 – and continuing through 12th grade at Harding High School, which provides mentors and team leaders to AIM

students. At AIM, our instructors weave Ojibwe and Lakota languages and cultures into academic subjects, making deep

connections for our learners. Our Book of the Month program has been recognized nationally for integrating high standards

in literacy instruction with American Indian culture. Specialists in technology, science, art and physical education enrich the

curriculum, and our free after-school program includes an Indian Youth Enrichment Program, Urban 4H and Extended Day of

Learning.

Pathway: American Indian --> Harding

BATTLE CREEK (6-8)bcms.spps.org | 651-293-8960

At our school, we believe middle school is the most exciting part of a student’s education. With single-gender classes

throughout our program, we also believe separate Girls’ and Boys’ Academies bring about the best learning results. Both

Academies receive a full array of arts, technology, science, social studies and physical education instruction and teams of

two teachers instruct many of our classes, providing extra time and attention for individual students. Monthly events bring

both Academies together to socialize and learn; everyone can participate in the Honoring Leaders of Tomorrow mentor

program and free after-school enrichment classes in our Panther Extended Program. Student activities and groups reÅect

the varied cultures and traditions of the beautiful and promising young people at Battle Creek Middle.


Pathway: Battle Creek --> Harding

CAPITOL HILL GIFTED & TALENTED (1-8)

capitolhill.spps.org | 651-325-2500

Our school is the district magnet for gifted and talented students. Learners here experience an academic program that

challenges and builds on student strengths, passions and interests in core subjects as well as science and the arts.

Elementary students can participate in an array of music programs including band, orchestra, choir and Suzuki strings; other

activities like Science Olympiad, science fair, geography and spelling bees, debate, History Day and Word Masters take

place during the day or after school. At the elementary level, Capitol Hill has specialists in science, visual arts, drama and

physical education as well as music, and students participate in a variety of local, state and national competitions. See page

26 for admission requirements.

Pathway: Capitol Hill --> Highland Park Senior

CROSSWINDS EAST METRO ARTS AND SCIENCE (6-10)emid6067.net/crosswinds | 651-379-2600

Crosswinds is a year-round secondary school serving students from St. Paul and nine surrounding suburban member

districts. It is the only school in Minnesota to oɈer the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme, years 1 (6th

grade) – 5 (10th grade), housed in one building. Through interdisciplinary learning, challenging assessment, hands-on

instruction, service learning, and global appreciation and exploration, our IB Middle Years Programme teaches children

how to go beyond simply memorizing facts to learning and evaluating information critically and applying their learning to

the world beyond school. By providing a culturally diverse educational community, Crosswinds addresses each student’s

special talents and needs as he or she becomes a responsible, global citizen and environmental steward. All students must

apply to the school directly; please visit www.emid6067.net/crosswinds.

MIDDLE SCHOOL DESCRIPTIONS

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FARNSWORTH AEROSPACE - UPPER CAMPUS (5-8)farnsworth.spps.org | 651-293-8880

At Farnsworth – “The Home of Future Leaders” – our aerospace focus is infused in every aspect of our curriculum. It

engages imagination and encourages experimentation. Our students work on teams to solve complex problems and each

success builds conÄdence for the next challenge. Enrichments at Farnsworth include a renowned marching band and

string orchestra, art, on-site Åight simulators and an engineering lab. Students are eligible for Äeld study in destinations like

Seattle, Washington; Huntsville, Alabama; and Washington, D.C. Students thrive here because our goal is to develop future

leaders.

Pathway: Farnsworth --> Johnson Senior

HAZEL PARK PREPARATORY (PRE-K-8)hppa.spps.org | 651-293-8970

We are a candidate school for the International Baccalaureate (IB) Organization’s Primary Years and Middle Years

Programmes: a challenging academic curriculum that encourages students to learn the “whys” and “hows” of becoming

global-minded, life-long learners. Students in IB schools build skills that transfer to adult life. Along with IB studies, Hazel

Park has specialists in Spanish, art, music and physical education to enrich and cross-pollinate the curriculum. All students

beneÄt from technology, Äeld trips, and teaching geared precisely for their learning style. At Hazel Park we work in close

collaboration with our students’ families, knowing that together we create a team that surrounds each child with care and

encouragement.


Pathway: Hazel Park (Community) --> Johnson*Hazel Park (IB) --> Harding

HIGHLAND PARK (6-8)highlandjr.spps.org | 651-293-8950

Small teams of students and staɈ make our school a place where middle schoolers experience a strong sense of

belonging and connection. As an accredited site for the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme, Highland

Middle encourages students to participate actively in changes taking place throughout the world; an annual four-day trip

to Washington D.C. provides a Ärst-hand look at U.S. history. In addition to continuing the district’s Spanish Immersionpathway, Highland Middle oɈers classes in French and Mandarin, along with a wealth of after-school and enrichment

activities. Ours is a school “Where Everyone Belongs (WEB)” – this nationally-respected leadership and transition program

develops 8th grade students as mentors and ambassadors for students in grades 6-7.

Pathway: Highland Park Middle (Community School for Area F2) --> Highland Park Senior

Highland Park Middle (Regional IB Program for Area D, F2) --> Highland Park Senior

HUMBOLDT SECONDARY (6-12)humboldt.spps.org | 651-293-8600

Students come to our school excited to roll up their sleeves and learn. As the district’s only Environmental Science magnet

for grades 6-12, Humboldt specializes in hands-on learning outside the traditional classroom where deeper meaning and

connections take place. Students might grow and prepare food from our own gardens one day and write and produce a

video the next. While extracurricular activities abound – music, athletics, JROTC, adapted sports, diversity clubs and muchmore – Humboldt’s main focus is to graduate students who are environmentally aware and prepared for college and career.

Community partners such as Ecolab, Travelers and others work with students to ensure they excel. Strong advisory staɈ,

along with academic programs like Advanced Placement and College-in-the-Schools, challenge and support our young

adults at every step.

Pathway: Humboldt --> Humboldt





LINWOOD MONROE ARTS PLUS - DUAL CAMPUS (PRE-K-8)lmap.spps.org | 651-293-8690

Linwood Monroe Arts Plus is a dual campus, with grades K-3 at the Lower Campus (Linwood) and grades 4-8 at the Upper

Campus (Monroe). Both campuses infuse the arts into the curriculum, using hands-on creative experiences to support

core academics. After completing 4th and 5th grades at the Upper Campus, students transition seamlessly into middle

school at the same site – where their teachers already know them. Specialists in visual arts, drama, vocal and instrumental

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presenter, performer or appreciative audience member, and Monroe students also share their work with the broader St.

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to students in grades 6-8. See the Linwood Monroe Arts Plus Lower Campus description on page 41 for more details.

Pathway: Linwood Monroe --> Creative Arts/Open World

MURRAY MIDDLE (6-8)murray.spps.org | 651-293-8740

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the environment is enhanced by a close partnership with Wolf Ridge Environmental Learning Center. Murray produces the

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French, and enrichment classes range from instrumental music (band and orchestra) and theater to engineering. Students

can develop interests and master skills with nearly 25 after-school classes in academics, arts, athletics and technology – all

in a nurturing environment that understands middle school kids, easing their academic and life transitions.

Pathway: Murray --> Como Park

OPEN WORLD LEARNING COMMUNITY (6-12)open.spps.org | 651-293-8670

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1971, students in our small-by-design school have been celebrated and respected for their individuality and have taken

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Learning Community is a member of the national network of Expeditionary Learning Schools, which promotes rigorous and

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Pathway: Open World --> Open World

PARKWAY MONTESSORI (6-7; GRADE 8 ADDED IN 2014/2015)parkway.spps.org | 651-632-3760

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School (newly renovated just for us) in the northeast quadrant of St. Paul. Beginning with 6th and 7th grades in 2013

and expanding to eighth grade in 2014, Parkway will teach standards-based SPPS curriculum in the Montessori way:

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spaces are large to accommodate interdisciplinary teaching teams and experiential, project-based learning. Families

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possibilities for outdoor classrooms, natural habitat exploration and much more.

Pathway: Parkway --> Your Community High School


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RAMSEY MIDDLE SCHOOL (6-8)ramsey.spps.org | 651-293-8860

At Ramsey we’re committed to providing a premier middle school education through intercultural learning experiences that

foster inquiry and cooperative learning. As an International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme, all classes at Ramsey

are accelerated, as we believe all students deserve a rigorous curriculum that challenges their thinking and allows them toreach their potential. Our school is Älled with positive energy channeled through academics, music, the arts and sports. In

addition to the core courses, we oɈer the district’s French Immersion articulation, non-immersion French and Spanish, four

bands, orchestra, choir, visual arts, physical education and AVID. Students produce “The Ramsey Show” (a weekly YouTube

video), publish the yearbook, and are involved in leadership and enrichment activities throughout the year.

Pathway: Ramsey --> Central

WASHINGTON TECHNOLOGY (6-12)washington.spps.org | 651-293-8830

Washington is the technology magnet school for the school district. Our school prepares students to be ready for high-

tech, high-demand jobs that probably haven’t been invented yet. To teach every subject in the curriculum, we employ the

latest technology tools including 12 computer labs, interactive white boards in every classroom, mobile computer carts,

and a video production studio. Across the 6th to 12th grade continuum, our learners and their families enter into long-

term relationships with faculty and staɈ, making grade-to-grade transitions seamless. In the state’s largest extended-day

program, every Washington student has at least one hour daily of academic or extracurricular activity, including both club-

level and competitive athletics. A variety of community partnerships such as the YMCA, Como Park Zoo, St. Paul City Ballet

and Leonardo’s Basement, to name a few, provide special enrichments to meet the varied interests of students in seven

grade levels.

Pathway: Washington --> Washington





HIGH SCHOOLS MAP 2013/2014

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IMPORTANT NOTE FOR SPPS HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS All high school students must enroll in a school within

their Area or an eligible Regional Magnet or District

Magnet school in order to receive bus transportation to

and from school.

For high school descriptions, see pages 56-57.

SPPS oɈers nine high schools with a variety of focus areas,

programs and activities, all designed to prepare students

for graduation and beyond.

As you choose a high school, please be aware of their new

designations as a Community School, Regional Magnet or

District Magnet. Designations for each school are noted on

the map in this section.

CREATIVE ARTS, HUMBOLDT SECONDARY, OPEN WORLD

LEARNING COMMUNITY AND WASHINGTON TECHNOLOGY

MAGNET SCHOOLSStudents from across the district who enroll in these

schools will receive bus transportation.

CENTRAL, COMO, JOHNSON, HIGHLAND PARK AND

HARDING HIGH SCHOOLSBusing is available to students: 1) for whom these schools

are their Community Schools; and 2) to students enrolled

in one of these schools’ Regional or District magnet

programs.• If a student articulates (transitions) to a high school

from the middle school that oɈers the chosen

program (for example, Farnsworth to Johnson for

aerospace engineering; American Indian Magnet to

Harding for American Indian Language and Culture),

the student receives transportation from anywhere in

the district.

• If a student signs up for classes in the magnet

program and signs an agreement of participation,

but has NOT participated in the program previously,

the student is eligible for entry and busing only if the

program serves their region AND there are still seats

available in the program. If no seats are available,entry into the program is not available.

HIGH SCHOOLS REFERENCE CHART 2013/2014

COMMUNITY SCHOOLSCommunity Schools oɈer a comprehensive academic program based on the district’s standard curriculum. They may also

oɈer additional academic opportunities such as enrichment programs or content specialists. OɈerings vary by school; see

below for program highlights and pages 56-57 for school descriptions.


Served

Start Time

End Time

Language

Academy*

World Languages

Johnson (9-12) johnsonsr.spps.org | 651-293-8890 A

7:30 a.m.

2:00 p.m.

French, Spanish

Harding (9-12)harding.spps.org | 651-793-4700 B

7:30 a.m.

2:00 p.m.Ŷ

French, Japanese, Lakota, Spanish

Washington Technology (6-12)washington.spps.org | 651-293-8830 C

7:30 a.m.

3:00 p.m.Ŷ


Humboldt Secondary (6-12)humboldt.spps.org | 651-293-8600 D

7:30 a.m.

3:00 p.m.Ŷ

American Sign Language, French, Spanish

Como Park (9-12)comosr.spps.org | 651-293-8800 E

7:30 a.m.

2:00 p.m.Ŷ

French, Spanish

Central (9-12)central.spps.org | 651-744-4900 F1

7:30 a.m.

2:00 p.m.

French, German, Japanese, Latin, Mandarin, Russian,Spanish

Highland Park (9-12)highlandsr.spps.org | 651-293-8940

F2 7:30 a.m.

2:00 p.m.Ŷ







Served

Start Time

End Time

Language

Academy*

World Languages


Johnson (9-12) johnsonsr.spps.org | 651-293-8890

A-F 7:30 a.m.

2:00 p.m.

French, Spanish

ADVANCED PLACEMENT (AP)

Como Park (9-12)comosr.spps.org | 651-293-8800

E, F1 7:30 a.m.

2:00 p.m.Ŷ

French, Spanish


D, F2 7:30 a.m.

3:00 p.m.Ŷ

American Sign Language, French,Spanish

Johnson (9-12) johnsonsr.spps.org | 651-293-8890 A, B 7:30 a.m.2:00 p.m. French, Spanish

Washington Technology (6-12)washington.spps.org | 651-293-8830

C 7:30 a.m.

3:00 p.m.Ŷ



Harding (9-12)harding.spps.org | 651-793-4700

A-F 7:30 a.m.

2:00 p.m.Ŷ


BIOSMART


A-F 7:30 a.m.

3:00 p.m.Ŷ



Highland Park (9-12)highlandsr.spps.org | 651-293-8940 A-F 7:30 a.m.2:00 p.m.

Ŷ French, Mandarin, Spanish



A-F 7:30 a.m.

3:00 p.m.Ŷ

American Sign Language, French,Spanish


Open World Learning Communityopen.spps.org | 651-293-8670

A-F 7:30 a.m.

2:00 p.m.

Spanish

FINANCE

Como Park (9-12)comosr.spps.org | 651-293-880

A-F 7:30 a.m.

2:00 p.m.Ŷ

French, Spanish

FRENCH IMMERSION

Central (9-12)central.spps.org | 651-744-4900

A-F 7:30 a.m.

2:00 p.m.

French, German, Japanese, Latin,Mandarin, Russian, Spanish

HIGH SCHOOLS REFERENCE CHART 2013/2014REGIONAL/DISTRICT MAGNET SCHOOLSRegional/District Magnet schools oɈer students instruction in the district’s core curriculum, but around a specialized learning


from kindergarten all the way through grade 12. OɈerings vary by school; see page 54-55 for program highlights and pages

56-57 for school descriptions.


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Served

Start Time

End Time

Language

Academy*

World Languages

HMONG LANGUAGE & CULTURE


A, B,

C (East of35E)

7:30 a.m.

2:00 p.m.Ŷ



C (West of35E), D,

E, F

7:30 a.m.

3:00 p.m.Ŷ



Central (9-12)central.spps.org | 651-744-4900

C (West of35E),

E, F1

7:30 a.m.

2:00 p.m.

French, German, Japanese, Latin,Mandarin, Russian, Spanish


A, B,C (East of

35E)

7:30 a.m.

2:00 p.m.Ŷ



D, F2 7:30 a.m.

2:00 p.m.Ŷ


SPANISH IMMERSION


A-F 7:30 a.m.

2:00 p.m.Ŷ



Creative Arts/Open World Learning Community (6-12)creativearts.spps.org | 651-292-3480open.spps.org | 651-293-8670

A-F 7:30 a.m.

2:00 p.m.

Spanish

HIGH SCHOOLS REFERENCE CHART 2013/2014REGIONAL/DISTRICT MAGNET SCHOOLS (CONTINUED)





**ALL HIGH SCHOOLS SERVE AREAS A-F. PLEASE SEE PAGE 54-55 TO FIND YOUR COMMUNITY SCHOOL AND SPECIALIZED

PROGRAMS THAT SPECIFICALLY SERVE YOUR AREA.

CENTRAL (9-12)central.spps.org | 651-774-4900

Central is an urban high school that works. Supported by a strong partnership of teachers, parents, staɈ and communitymembers, each Central student is able to set and achieve highly personalized educational goals. Families prize the high

value we place on academics; the varied extra-curricular opportunities; our culture of constant innovation; and our focus on

relationships as the heart of learning. Students beneÄt from a variety of academic programs, including Advanced Placement,

International Baccalaureate, College in the Schools, Quest, and French Immersion (among six languages oɈered). College

readiness opportunities include Upward Bound, College Possible, AVID, and the African-American Male Initiative. Our

school has consistently been ranked among the nation’s Best High Schools by US News & World Report, Newsweek and

the Washington Post. Culturally and economically diverse, Central High School oɈers opportunities for all.

COMO PARK (9-12)comosr.spps.org | 651-293-8800

At Como Park Senior High School we Belong, Explore, A chieve, Succeed Together, a set of core values we call BEAST,

reÅecting our mental toughness and our cougar mascot. Como Park Senior High School has been rated by Newsweek as

a top-tier American high school. We’re large enough to be a player, and small enough that everyone gets to play, whether

it’s athletics or music, drama or debate. Our Advanced Placement program is second to none among Twin Cities schools,

and our new Änance focus oɈers an on-site credit union that gives students real-life experience along with internship

opportunities at other Twin Cities businesses. Our extracurricular atmosphere – whether athletics, music, drama, speech,

debate, Marine Corps JROTC or our many other clubs and activities – is about balancing a quest for excellence with fun and

participation. We have shown that both can be achieved.

CREATIVE ARTS HIGH SCHOOL (9-12)creativearts.spps.org | 651-292-3480

Students choose Creative Arts High School (CAHS) because they have a strong desire to pursue their own artistic visions

and they appreciate our small class sizes and warm, friendly school atmosphere. CAHS provides a cultural learning

experience through classes in performance arts, visual arts and literary arts. The challenging interdisciplinary curriculum

inspires academic and artistic excellence for a culturally diverse population. The dedicated arts teachers are also practicingartists – the concept on which our school was founded 20 years ago. CAHS thrives through creative activities such as

galleries, art shows, performances, open mics and more, as well as classic events like prom. Our downtown St. Paul

location is close to museums, the Ordway Center for Performing Arts, and the Lowertown artist community. As a “Rights

Site,” we work in collaboration with Minnesota Advocates for Human Rights.

HARDING (9-12)harding.spps.org | 651-793-4700

At Harding, we pledge to care for and challenge the mind and spirit of all who enter our community. Our students prepare

for life beyond high school with a six-year plan: nine out of every 10 seniors expect to complete post-secondary education.

Harding oɈers accelerated classes for grades 9 and 10, including French, Spanish and Japanese languages, math, science,

history and literature; and challenging International Baccalaureate classes for grades 11 and 12. About half of all our

students take at least one advanced course, a fact that led to national recognition for Harding on the Washington Post’s

Challenge Index, which ranks schools based on advanced coursework participation. Nearly 30 student-led clubs and

organizations provide common ground and stimulation for those interested in academics, arts, world cultures, journalism

and more, and athletics in three seasons set the stage for lifelong personal wellbeing.

HIGHLAND PARK (9-12)highlandsr.spps.org | 651-293-8940

Our school oɈers the rigor of International Baccalaureate (IB) studies in a quiet, approachable setting. Highland Senior has

a strong academic culture, and IB students are evaluated with their peers worldwide. Highland Senior is the only SPPS

high school in which all 9th and 10th grade students participate in the IB Middle Years Programme; IB Diploma classes in

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all subjects are open to grades 11-12. We are the high school for the district Spanish Immersion program and for Capitol

Hill Gifted and Talented (G/T) students, who receive enhanced G/T instruction and support. The smaller size of our school

makes it easier for students to forge connections with teachers, coaches and other young people who share their interests.

Over 30 enrichment opportunities are available to students in music, theater, dance, student government, clubs and

athletics.

HUMBOLDT HIGH SCHOOL (6-12)humboldt.spps.org | 651-293-8600

Students come to our school excited to roll up their sleeves and learn. As the district’s only Environmental Science magnet

for grades 6-12, Humboldt specializes in hands-on learning outside the traditional classroom where deeper meaning and

connections take place. Students might grow and prepare food from our own gardens one day and write and produce a

video the next. While extracurricular activities abound – music, athletics, JROTC, adapted sports, diversity clubs and much

more – Humboldt’s main focus is to graduate students who are environmentally aware and prepared for college and career.

Community partners such as Ecolab, Travelers and others work with students to ensure they excel. Strong advisory staɈ,

along with academic programs like Advanced Placement and College in the Schools, challenge and support our young

adults at every step.

JOHNSON SENIOR HIGH (9-12) johnson.spps.org | 651-293-8890

Our high school proudly serves the East Side of St. Paul. We oɈer a full menu of Advanced Placement and College in

the Schools classes. Our Aerospace and Engineering Academy attracts students from all corners of St. Paul, providing

a seamless articulation with the Farnsworth Aerospace Magnet program. Johnson is a certiÄed Project Lead the Way

high school with pre-engineering classes in mechanical, civil, aerospace and biotechnical engineering. Johnson students

complete a unique career exploration curriculum – FOCUS, Frameworks and Finale classes – during high school,

culminating with all seniors presenting their senior projects to panels of teachers. A vibrant business partnership with 3M

oɈers opportunities through tours, job shadowing, mentoring, mock interviews and internships. Many specialized programs

and partnerships support college readiness and provide opportunities for students to receive college credit while still in high

school. In addition to art and athletic opportunities, an active Habitat for Humanity project takes students to Honduras every

other year, with our next trip in 2014.

OPEN WORLD LEARNING COMMUNITY (6-12)open.spps.org | 651-293-8670

Open World Learning Community (formerly Open School) has nurtured self-directed learners for over 40 years. Since

1971, students in our small-by-design school have been celebrated and respected for their individuality and have taken

an active role in their education. Every student is a known and valued part of our family-like community. Open World

Learning Community is a member of the national network of Expeditionary Learning Schools, which promotes rigorous and

engaging curriculum; active, inquiry-based pedagogy; and a school culture that demands and teaches compassion and

good citizenship. Our downtown St. Paul location is close to museums, Harriet Island, and the variety of parks along the

Mississippi River that continuously enrich the students’ hands-on educational experience.

WASHINGTON TECHNOLOGY (6-12)

washington.spps.org | 651-293-8830Washington is the technology magnet school for the school district. Our school prepares students to be ready for high-

tech, high-demand jobs that probably haven’t been invented yet. To teach every subject in the curriculum, we employ the

latest technology tools including 12 computer labs, interactive white boards in every classroom, mobile computer carts,

and a video production studio. Across the 6th to 12th grade continuum, our learners and their families enter into long-

term relationships with faculty and staɈ, making grade-to-grade transitions seamless. In the state’s largest extended day

program, every Washington student has at least one hour daily of academic or extracurricular activity, including both club-

level and competitive athletics. A variety of community partnerships such as the YMCA, Como Park Zoo, St. Paul City Ballet

and Leonardo’s Basement, to name a few, provide special enrichments to meet the varied interests of students in seven

grade levels.

HIGH SCHOOL DESCRIPTIONS




ALTERNATIVE HIGH SCHOOLS 2013/2014 Alternative high schools are available for students who need or desire a learning environment that is diɈerent from the more

traditional high schools. These schools oɈer Åexible hours, various locations, and alternative teaching methods that help

students make progress toward graduation. Students may enroll as full-time students and earn a diploma, or they can take

after-hours and evening courses to earn additional credits needed to graduate at their current high school.

Please call the Student Placement Center at 651-632-3760 if you need more information to determine if an alternative high

school is the right choice for you.

“I love the supportfrom the

staff and my classmates!”- Dee Yang, alumni

GORDON PARKS HIGH SCHOOLgordonparks.spps.org | 651-744-1212

Our small, friendly school makes it impossible for students

to be invisible. Named after the famed African American

photographer and Saint Paul native, Gordon Parks is

an alternative high school where students can choose

from Åexible morning and afternoon programs, online

options, and media-infused courses and curriculum. Our

staɈ members are specialists in providing students with

hope and possibility through a vigorous curriculum. Our

students can fulÄll state and district graduation standards

requirements in many ways: from studying documentary

Älm and nonÄction writing with our English department, to

hands-on applied experiences in algebra and chemistry, to

community-based art, social studies, and environmental

studies programs. At Gordon Parks, students receive

encouragement to take themselves and their possibilities

seriously. The bottom line is that eɈort makes the

diɈerence.

GORDON PARKS EVENING SCHOOLehs.spps.org | 651-744-1210

Evening High School oɈers GRAD test prep and credit

recovery courses after the traditional school day for high

school students on Mondays and Wednesdays or Tuesdays

and Thursdays, from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. and from 7:00 to

8:30 p.m. In addition, some of Gordon Parks High School’s

3:10 to 4:55 p.m. classes on M/W or T/Th are open to

Evening High School students. Students attend full time to

earn their high school diploma or can dual enroll to make

up credits from a traditional high school.

AGAPE (ADOLESCENT GIRLS AND PARENTING

EDUCATION) HIGH SCHOOLagape.spps.org | 651-744-7970

AGAPE High School oɈers a secondary education

program for pregnant or parenting teens. In addition to

a comprehensive high school education, we provide

intervention services to help students address other barriers

to educational success. AGAPE has a partnership with

Inver Hills Community College to oɈer college-level classes

at our site for college and high school credit. An on-site

childcare and Health Start clinic are available to students.

LEAP HIGH SCHOOLleap.spps.org | 651-228-7706

Described by a student as “a place with joy and full of

love,” LEAP High School is dedicated to serving students

up to age 21 who are new to the United States and who

are learning English while earning a high school diploma.

Day-long instruction in English provides an educational

opportunity for students whose needs often do not match

the oɈerings provided in traditional high schools. Bilingual

staɈ members work throughout the school in small groups

that allow students to receive individualized attention inan atmosphere that respects and supports their native

cultures. Parenting classes and health seminars are

frequently presented in our students’ native languages.

Students can earn credits through a work experience

program.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONSENROLLMENTQ. DO WE NEED TO APPLY ONLINE OR CAN WE FILL OUT A

PAPER COPY? A. Both online and paper are acceptable. Going online to

apply.spps.org and using School Finder will ensure thatyou know which schools will provide transportation for your

student.

Q. WHAT HAPPENS IF I SUBMIT MORE THAN ONE

APPLICATION? A. Choices from the last application submitted will be

processed.

Q. WHEN WILL WE BE NOTIFIED OF OUR SCHOOL

PLACEMENT? A. Families will receive notice of acceptance (or placement

on a waiting list) by the end of March.

Q. IF MY CHILD IS CURRENTLY ENROLLED IN A SCHOOL

AND HAS SOME GRADES REMAINING DO WE NEED TO RE-

APPLY? A. No. Your child may stay at his/her current school;

however, all families will receive written notice from the

district outlining the options for these students, which

may mean your child will no longer receive busing. For

2013/2014, if your student has been attending a Regional

or District Magnet school, he/she is generally ensured a

place at that school the following year.

Q. WHAT IF I DECIDE TO CHANGE SCHOOLS? WILL I LOSE

MY PLACE AT MY CURRENT SCHOOL? A. Yes. If you accept placement at a new school, the space

at the previous school will be Älled. Inform your student’s

school as soon as possible if your child does not intend to

return to that school next year. If you accept placement at

a new school, there may no longer be space available to

return to the previous school if you change your mind.

Q. CAN FAMILIES WHO DO NOT LIVE IN SAINT PAUL APPLY

TO SAINT PAUL PUBLIC SCHOOLS? A . Yes. Under Minnesota’s open enrollment law, families

can apply to K-12 (not Pre-K) schools that are not located

in the school district where they live. Space availability and

school district policies still apply.

Q. HOW CAN WE IMPROVE OUR CHANCES OF GETTING INTO

A PARTICULAR SCHOOL? A. Three suggestions to improve your chances:

1. Apply by the February 15, 2013, on-time deadline.

On-time applications are processed before late

applications.2. Apply when your student will be entering the lowest

grade level oɈered by the school. This is when the

most openings are available.

3. Living in the elementary or secondary school’s Area

also gives you priority over students living outside

the Area, although space availability and other school

district and state policies may limit enrollment in a

particular school.

Q. WHAT ARE MY CHILD’S CHANCES OF GETTING INTO OUR

FIRST-CHOICE SCHOOL? A. While the numbers diɈer each year, last year a majority

of families were accepted into their Ärst-choice school.Enrollment guidelines limit the district’s ability to accept

students into certain schools.

Q. DO I HAVE A BETTER CHANCE OF GETTING INTO MY

FIRST-CHOICE SCHOOL IF I APPLY EARLIER THAN THE

DEADLINE? A. No. All applications received by the February 15, 2013,

on-time deadline are treated equally.

Q. IS MY CHILD GUARANTEED ACCEPTANCE TO ONE OF MY

SCHOOL CHOICES LISTED ON THE APPLICATION? A. No. Many schools receive more applications than they

can accept. These schools usually Äll with students whohave indicated the school as their Ärst choice. If all of your

choices on the application are schools that traditionally

have limited space available or receive a large number of

applications, your chances of being accepted into one of

those schools are reduced. To increase your chances of

getting one of your schools of choice, consider listing your

Community School as one of your options.

Q. WHAT IF WE MOVED INTO THE SCHOOL DISTRICT AFTER

THE APPLICATION DEADLINE? A. The Student Placement Center is open year-round and

works with families on an individual basis to help them

choose schools. To schedule an intake appointment, call

the Student Placement Center at 651-632-3700.

Q. HOW OLD DOES MY CHILD HAVE TO BE TO ATTEND

SCHOOL? A. Children who are Äve years old on or before September

1, 2013, are eligible to attend kindergarten during the

2013/2014 school year. Children must be four-years-old on

or before September 1, 2013, to be eligible for the Pre-

Kindergarten Program during the 2013/2014 school year.




Q. WHAT IF MY CHILD IS NOT FIVE YEARS OLD BY

SEPTEMBER 1 AND I STILL WANT HIM OR HER TO ATTEND

SCHOOL IN 2013/2014? A. Some children may be ready for kindergarten before

they turn Äve years old. If your child turns Äve between

September 2 and December 31, he or she may be testedfor early admission to kindergarten. The testing process

assesses children who clearly show above-average

cognitive skills and above-average large- and small-motor

skills. Students will only be tested at their community

school or, if applying to a language immersion program,

at that site. Please contact the school or the Student

Placement Center for details, times and dates.

NOTE: The deadline for applying for the Early Admission to

Kindergarten Screening is April 26, 2013.

Q. IF I LIVE IN SAINT PAUL, IS MY CHILD GUARANTEED A

SPOT AT A SAINT PAUL PUBLIC SCHOOL? A. Yes, for kindergarten to grade 12. The Student

Placement Center works with families to Änd a place for

every Saint Paul student. When Pre-K classes are full, a

wait list is maintained and students are contacted when a

spot becomes available.

ZONES AND AREASQ. WHAT IS A COMMUNITY SCHOOL “ZONE”? A. To ensure that famil ies living near Community Schools

have a stronger chance of admittance, the district created

Community School Zones. These geographic boundaries

give one additional point of priority to students living withinthese boundaries. With on-time applications, students living

within Community School Zones have a higher possibility of

admission. Community School Zones were drawn to:

• Cause the least disruption to students/families.

• Encourage integration of schools.

• Adhere to building capacity.

• Align with existing neighborhood boundaries, such

as railroad tracks, bodies of water and large green

spaces.

Q. WHAT IS AN “AREA”? A. Areas are the six geographic Areas (A-F) across the

district that were introduced by the district’s StrongSchools, Strong Communities Strategic Plan. For high

schools in 2013/2014, Areas remain unchanged from the

past year. All Areas can be seen on the maps in this guide

or by using the School Finder tool at apply.spps.org.

Q. HOW DID SPPS DECIDE THE AREAS? A. The over-arching goal of the Areas is to establish

learning closer to home and to maximize equitable school

choice options. The Areas are based on the following

factors:

• Enrollment projections• Facilities/schools building capacity

• K-12 school pathways

• Minimizing student time on the bus

• Alignment to the City of Saint Paul’s six Sprockets

Learning Campuses

Q. ARE AREA BOUNDARIES THE SAME AS AREAS? A. At the high school level, Area boundaries are the same

as Areas A-F2. Each Area has one assigned community

high school and one assigned community middle school.

There may be multiple Community Elementary Schools

within each Area. Each Community Elementary School has

a corresponding Community School Zone, a geographicarea around that school from which students have priority

to attend that school.

Q. WHY ARE THERE TWO AREA F’S? A. The six geographical Areas were determined based on

the number of students living in an Area and the number

and location of schools. Area F was drawn to ensure that

the number of elementary school students would be evenly

distributed among the number of schools in the Area (both

F1 and F2).

For middle and high schools, Area F was divided because

there are two middle schools and two high schools locatedin this Area (Ramsey and Highland Park Middle Schools;

Central and Highland Park Senior High Schools).

Q. HOW DOES THE ARTICULATION PROCESS HELP YOU GET

INTO A SCHOOL? A. Magnet schools have specialized learning programs

or courses of study that “articulate” or carry a student

from elementary to middle and high school, such as

aerospace and language immersion, for example. Program

prerequisites and district enrollment policies still apply.

Q. IF I CHOOSE A SCHOOL OUTSIDE MY AREA AND DO

NOT GET IN, WILL I AUTOMATICALLY HAVE A SPOT AT MY

COMMUNITY SCHOOL? A. No. Students have two choices on the school application

and should list their Community School as one of their

options if also applying to a school outside of their Area.

Nothing is automatic or guaranteed. Students need to apply

and/or contact Student Placement for other options.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

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Q. IF WE LIVE OUTSIDE OF BUT NEAR AN AREA WHERE MY

CHILD WANTS TO ATTEND HIGH SCHOOL, CAN SHE/HE GET

PRIORITY FOR AVAILABLE SEATS? A. No. Geographic proximity does not aɈect acceptance at

the high school level.

Q. DO I HAVE TO FOLLOW THE SCHOOL PATHWAYS

DESIGNATED TO MY COMMUNITY? A. Families will continue to be able to choose a school

other than their Community School if there is space and

depending on the school choice. Transportation is not

provided for schools that are outside your Area options.

The pathway schools coordinate programs between

schools and provide a clear pathway from kindergarten

through high school, but families will not be required to

attend the pathway school.

Q. IF MY CHILD ATTENDS A REGIONAL OR DISTRICT

MAGNET (ARTICULATED PROGRAM) OUTSIDE OUR AREA,WILL A SEAT BE RESERVED FOR HIM/HER AT THE NEXT

PROGRAM LEVEL? A. Yes. The student will not need to apply; a seat will be

reserved for him/her.

PRIORITIESQ. WHAT ARE PRIORITIES? A. Priorities deÄne groups of people who have Ärst eligibility

for acceptance into a school.

See page 10 for more information.

Q. WHAT DOES SIBLING PRIORITY MEAN IN RELATION TO

THE APPLICATION PROCESS? A. Sibling priority allows families a greater opportunity for

their children to attend school together. To receive sibling

priority, a family must:

• Have had a child enrolled in the requested school

during the 2012/2013 school year who will continue to

be at that school in 2013/2014.

Please note:

• Sibling priority does not guarantee acceptance into a

school.

• Siblings are deÄned as children who have the sameparent or guardian and are living together at the same

address.

• Enrollment guidelines for school capacity and Area

priorities are taken into consideration before sibling

priority.

Q. IF ONE OF MY STUDENTS IS IN THE SCHOOL’S HIGHEST

GRADE THIS YEAR, IS MY YOUNGER CHILD GUARANTEED A

SPOT AT THE SCHOOL NEXT YEAR? A. No. The older student who is currently enrolled in the

school must be attending that school next year in order for

sibling priority to apply to the younger student.

TRANSPORTATIONQ. CAN MY CHILD RIDE A BUS TO SCHOOL? A. See page 11 for bus eligibility.

Q. DO I HAVE TO PROVIDE VERIFICATION OF MY ADDRESS? A. You may be asked to provide veriÄcation of your

address. This will be used to coordinate enrollment

eligibility and bus transportation.

Q. IS IT TRUE THAT ELEMENTARY STUDENTS CAN GET A

BUS TO ANY SCHOOL IN THEIR AREA? A. Yes. Please see the transportation guidelines on page 11

of this guide.

Q. CAN MY CHILD ATTEND AN ELEMENTARY COMMUNITY

SCHOOL THAT IS OUTSIDE OUR AREA? A. It is possible to apply to attend a community school

outside of your Area. However, there must be space

available at the school you are choosing, and the enrollment

must comply with school district and state policies. Bus

transportation is not provided.

Q. CAN MY STUDENT ATTEND THE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

NEAREST TO OUR DAY CARE RATHER THAN OUR AREA

SCHOOL? A. Parents who want their child to attend school near their

day care must apply to the school, but are not guaranteed

acceptance.

Q. IF MY CHILD ATTENDS A SCHOOL OUTSIDE MY AREA,

CAN MY CHILD GET ON A BUS IF I DROP THEM OFF AT A

BUS STOP THAT SERVES THAT SCHOOL? A. No. While it might seem like an easy Äx, students

cannot ride the bus to schools to which they are not

eligible or accepted. Seats and bus transportation will be

allocated according to the resources of that school andthe school district. You or your student must provide your

own transportation if your student is accepted to a school

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Q. MY DAUGHTER ALREADY GOES TO A HIGH

SCHOOL OUTSIDE OF OUR NEW AREA AND RECEIVES

TRANSPORTATION. IS IT TRUE THAT MY SON ENTERING 9TH

GRADE WILL NOT BE ABLE TO GET ON THE SAME BUS? A. While some students were allowed to stay at a high

school outside their Area when the Strong Schools, StrongCommunities plan began to be phased in, incoming 9th

graders now need to choose high schools based on their

Area options or enroll in a program available in a Regional

or District Magnet.

Q. HOW WILL BUSING RULES BE ENFORCED? FOR

EXAMPLE, A FAMILY HAS TWO STUDENTS WITH ONE

STUDENT WHO RECEIVES BUSING AND ONE WHO DOES

NOT. WHO IS GOING TO STOP THE STUDENT WHO DOES NOT

RECEIVE BUSING FROM GETTING ON THE BUS? A. Ridership will be monitored through the Transportation

Department. Drivers of routes transporting students from

outside the Area in which the school is located will be

provided with lists showing eligible students. These lists

will change as students enroll in or drop specialty program

classes. The drivers will be instructed to report any

ineligible riders in writing. Ineligible riders will be notiÄed

that they are violating district discipline policies and are

subject to consequences, including suspension.

Q. DO YOU HAVE TO BE ACCEPTED INTO AN INTERNATIONAL

BACCALAUREATE (IB)/ADVANCE PLACEMENT (AP)

PROGRAM IN ORDER TO GET A BUS? WHAT IS THE

APPLICATION PROCESS FOR APPLYING TO THOSE

PROGRAMS? A. Students do not need to test into IB/AP. For purposes

of enrollment, they will need to sign a formal agreement to

enroll in at least one applicable course per grading period

to show participation in an IB or AP program. Students who

apply to and participate in their regional IB or AP program

will receive transportation to that school. If the student

discontinues the program, busing to that school will also be

discontinued.

Q. CAN WE ATTEND AN INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE

(IB) OUTSIDE OUR AREA? WILL WE GET A BUS? WILL OUT-

OF-AREA IB STUDENTS BE ACCEPTED?

A. Students who are interested in an IB program outsidetheir Area may apply, but will be accepted only if there is

space available. Even if they are accepted, they will not

receive bus transportation.

AFTER ENROLLMENT/ACCEPTANCEQ. WHAT HAPPENS WHEN MY CHILD IS ACCEPTED INTO

SPPS? A. Families will receive a letter of notiÄcation. A student

can be registered at only one school for the coming school

year.

Q. WHAT HAPPENS IF MY STUDENT ISN’T ACCEPTED INTO

ONE OF THE SCHOOLS WE SELECTED? A. Your student’s name will be placed on waiting lists

according to school choice guidelines. If there is an

opening, you will be called and given the opportunity

to enroll your child in that school. To learn about other

enrollment options, please call the Student Placement

Center at 651-632-3760.

Q. IF WE RESIDE CLOSE TO A SCHOOL, ARE WE

AUTOMATICALLY ACCEPTED? A. Your priority at a particular school is based on whether

you reside in that school’s Area (A-F2).

Q. WILL THERE BE WAITING LISTS? A. Waiting lists will be created for schools and programs

that receive more applications than they have seats

available. The lists will expire two weeks after the start of

the school year for most schools and programs.

CURRICULUM/INSTRUCTIONQ. HOW CAN I FIND OUT WHAT MY CHILD WILL LEARN IN

SCHOOL? A. Please visit the district’s Center for Curriculum,

Instruction and Professional Development web site for

information on what is taught at our schools:

thecenter.spps.org.

Q. WHERE CAN I FIND PERFORMANCE DATA FOR EACH

SCHOOL? A. SPPS provides easy access to a school’s performance

data; please visit the School Data Center web site at

datacenter.spps.org.

Q. WHAT’S THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN ONE-WAY

IMMERSION AND TWO-WAY IMMERSION? A. The main diɈerence between the two types of dual

language programs is the language of the students enrolled

in each of the programs. One-way immersion programs

are designed for English-speaking students. Two-way

immersion programs are designed so that students

dominant either in English or in the immersion language can

learn together in the same classroom. For more information,

contact the Department of Mulitlingual Learning at

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Q. HOW DO I LEARN WHAT AFTER-SCHOOL OPPORTUNITIES

ARE AVAILABLE AT MY CHILD’S SCHOOL? A. Call the school for speciÄc information, but please know

that program oɈerings could change by fall 2013.

Q. WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN AP AND IB? A. Both AP (Advanced Placement) and IB (International

Baccalaureate) classes provide students with the

opportunity for accelerated coursework. AP classes are

college level courses using curriculum developed by the

College Board; high school students taking AP classes

have the potential to earn college credit through an exam

process. IB courses are oɈered as part of an internationally-

recognized IB diploma when high school students pass an

exam process; students taking IB classes have the potential

to earn college credit through an exam process. Talk to the

school’s academic counselor for more speciÄc information

about the programs in a particular school.

MEALS AT SAINT PAUL PUBLIC

SCHOOLSQ. IF WE QUALIFY FOR FREE OR REDUCED PRICE MEALS,

ARE THERE OTHER PUBLIC ASSISTANCE BENEFITS WE MAY

QUALIFY FOR? A. Yes. You can qualify for WIC (food stamps) beneÄts if

you have other children Äve years old or younger or are

pregnant. Simply bring your letter from Nutrition Services to

the Ramsey County WIC program oɉce. You may also be

eligible for Minnesota health insurance programs such as

MinnesotaCare and General Assistance Medical Care. Formore information, call Saint Paul Public Schools Nutrition

Services at 651-603-4950.

IMMUNIZATIONSQ. DOES MY CHILD NEED TO BE IMMUNIZED TO ATTEND

SCHOOL? A. State law (MS 121A.15) requires that each student in a

Minnesota school be protected from childhood diseasesby receiving immunizations. Parents may obtain a legal

exemption for medical reasons or conscientious beliefs.

All students new to the Saint Paul Public Schools must

bring their immunization records or exemption record to

the Student Placement Center when they enroll in school.

Immunizations include diphtheria, pertussis and tetanus

(DPT); polio; measles, mumps and rubella (MMR); Hepatitis

B and varicella (chicken pox).

Students starting kindergarten must have two MMR,

three Hepatitis B, Äve DPT, four polio, and two varicella

(chickenpox) vaccinations. Parent report of history of

chicken pox disease is acceptable to replace the varicella

vaccination. Kindergarten students should see their health

care provider for a well-child examination and to complete

the immunization series before the start of school.

Students beginning 7th grade are required to have three

Hepatitis B, a total of two MMR, two varicella and one

tetanus diphtheria (Td) booster vaccination given after age

seven. Parent report of history of chicken pox disease is

acceptable to replace the varicella vaccination. Students

must bring a record of their immunizations to the Student

Placement Center when they enroll.

For students enrolling in Saint Paul Public Schools, the

Student Placement Center provides a health screening andreview of immunizations. Immunizations also are provided

for students who are behind in their immunization schedule.

For more information, call the Student Wellness Department

located at the Student Placement Center at

651-632-3763. Parents with children ages three to Äve

should call the Early Childhood Screening Oɉce at

651-632-3746 for an Early Childhood Screening

appointment. For more information, visit

studentwellness.spps.org.




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