District News Releases

Superintendent Candidates Narrowed to Three

Sat, 14 Nov 2009 16:55:00 -0600

Candidate day-long district visits begin Nov. 16.

Six superintendent semifinalists named

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 18:00:00 -0600

Board of Education Interviews start Nov. 13.

Saint Paul Public Schools Board Member Resigns Early

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 09:00:00 -0600

Candidates who won election to be appointed Nov. 11

Meet superintendent finalists Nov. 16-19

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 09:45:00 -0600

Community and staff invited to met the finalists and attend final interviews.

2009 Annual Report

Tue, 13 Oct 2009 10:00:00 -0500

With release of the Annual Report, Superintendent gives the State of the District Address.

MCA-II test results released

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 01:55:00 -0500

District shows increased proficiency for third consecutive year

2009 Summer School

Tue, 02 Jun 2009 13:24:00 -0500

Summer school starts June 22 at 28 elementary, six middle, and seven high schools.

Saint Paul Public Schools seeks community feedback on 2009-10 budget through online survey

Mon, 11 May 2009 14:01:00 -0500

SPPS proposes reshaping of district services, public forums set for May 12 & 28

Wed, 06 May 2009 16:24:00 -0500

Saint Paul Public Schools to appoint interim superintendent

Fri, 17 Apr 2009 13:47:00 -0500

Saint Paul Public Schools and Greater Twin Cities United Way team up to tackle reading proficiency in third-graders

Wed, 15 Apr 2009 17:44:00 -0500

Saint Paul Public Schools approves 2009 summer school changes

Tue, 24 Mar 2009 12:05:00 -0500

Statement from Saint Paul Public Schools Superintendent Meria Joel Carstarphen

Mon, 23 Mar 2009 11:05:00 -0500

Independent study of Saint Paul Public Schools facilities rates overall conditions favorably

Mon, 09 Mar 2009 11:44:00 -0500

Saint Paul Public Schools Board of Education invites community to upcoming Listening Session

Sun, 08 Mar 2009 13:17:00 -0500

SPPS continues to follow precautions in peanut butter recall

Sat, 07 Mar 2009 14:30:00 -0600

College: Learn About It and Prepare at Feb. 28 Thinking College Early Fair

Thu, 26 Feb 2009 11:05:00 -0600

Statement from Saint Paul Public Schools Superintendent Meria Joel Carstarphen

Thu, 26 Feb 2009 10:00:00 -0600

SPPS joins with districts nationally to celebrate National African American Parent Involvement Day

Fri, 20 Feb 2009 09:06:00 -0600

Statement from Saint Paul Public Schools Superintendent Meria Joel Carstarphen

Fri, 20 Feb 2009 08:04:00 -0600

Saint Paul Public Schools students compete for spelling supremacy

Thu, 19 Feb 2009 11:42:00 -0600

Saint Paul Public Schools makes budget recommendations with an eye to a responsible future

Tue, 10 Feb 2009 15:30:00 -0600

Travelers steps up investment in SPPS

Wed, 28 Jan 2009 12:08:00 -0600

Support for key initiatives including the AVID program announced.

Board of Education invites community to Listening Session Feb.12

Tue, 27 Jan 2009 16:13:00 -0600

Participants have opportunity to speak in open forum.

SPPS faces $25 million budget shortfall

Tue, 20 Jan 2009 14:13:00 -0600

Economy, enrollment, state funding contribute to deficit.

Maxfield Magnet School to receive library renovation from Heart of America & Target

Mon, 19 Jan 2009 09:50:00 -0600

What:Announcement of renovation of media center at Maxfield Magnet School ofAcademic Excellence by Target and Heart of America Foundation. As partof the morning's event, a group of students will imagine and draw theirdream library.

Upcoming showcase and open house dates for Saint Paul Public Schools

Sat, 17 Jan 2009 16:47:00 -0600

SPPS schools recognize presidential inauguration & celebrate Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

Thu, 15 Jan 2009 16:58:00 -0600

SPPS awarded with State of Minnesota Finance Award for 2009, one of few large districts to achieve award

Wed, 14 Jan 2009 18:26:00 -0600

Longfellow Humanities Elementary set to build upon its foundation while establishing "A Classical Beginning"

Wed, 07 Jan 2009 13:22:00 -0600

Saint Paul Parent Information Fair provides families with one-stop school selection opportunity

Wed, 07 Jan 2009 11:01:00 -0600

Saint Paul Public Schools implements hiring freeze

Tue, 16 Dec 2008 12:29:00 -0600

Gifted testing for non-public students available, register by Dec. 19

Fri, 05 Dec 2008 17:00:00 -0600

SPPS offers free gifted testing for first-through fifth-grade students.

Saint Paul Public Schools unveils Web site renovation

Fri, 05 Dec 2008 15:38:00 -0600

School meal program can help Saint Paul Public Schools families hit by tough economic times

Thu, 04 Dec 2008 10:44:00 -0600

Transformations announced for Humboldt Junior High School and Arlington Senior High School

Tue, 02 Dec 2008 17:05:00 -0600

Saint Paul Truth-In-Taxation hearing is set for Thursday, December 11, 2008

Mon, 01 Dec 2008 13:00:00 -0600

Hearing for SPPS, city of Saint Paul and Ramsey County held at Arlington Senior High School.

Washington Tech. students Study with Jane Goodall Institute primate expert

Mon, 24 Nov 2008 11:47:00 -0600

SPPS Board of Education approves 2009 - 2010 calendar

Wed, 19 Nov 2008 11:50:00 -0600

Annual Report release coincides with State of District address

Mon, 10 Nov 2008 22:25:00 -0600

Superintendent calls for 'belief in action' at address.

Tuesday's meeting of SPPS Commitee of the Board canceled

Mon, 10 Nov 2008 22:21:00 -0600

Meeting canceled in observance of Veteran's Day.

More than 400 Open School students team up against hunger

Mon, 10 Nov 2008 11:53:00 -0600

Photo opportunity: November 14, 2008

Highland Park freshman lock-in Friday promotes graduation; class unity

Thu, 06 Nov 2008 11:56:00 -0600

Arlington hosts BioSMART

Tue, 28 Oct 2008 19:08:00 -0500

Dozens of business and community leaders come out for first BioSMART Guest Speaker Day, Oct. 29

SPPS invites community members to discusions surrounding Large Scale System Change

Mon, 27 Oct 2008 12:00:00 -0500

Candidates respond to 5th and 6th graders' Power of the Vote Rally, Nov. 3 at Horace Mann School

Sat, 25 Oct 2008 11:27:00 -0500

Proving that there is power in people too young to vote,more than 90 fifth and sixth grade students are organizing the fifthannual Power of the Vote Rally on Monday, November 3, 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. at Horace Mann School, 2001 Eleanor Ave., Saint Paul.

Volunteers and partners band together to give Battle Creek Junior High a facelift, honor staff members

Wed, 22 Oct 2008 12:04:00 -0500

SPPS and MN Wild partner to recognize reading success

Fri, 17 Oct 2008 16:34:00 -0500

Hayden Heights Elementary awarded traveling trophy for growth in test scores.

Media invited to SPPS for Gifted and Talented Youth Week

Fri, 17 Oct 2008 16:25:00 -0500

Governor Tim Pawlenty proclaims Oct. 18 - 24 asGifted and Talented Youth Week.

Superintendent Carstarphen to deliver State of the District Nov. 6 at A+ Arts at Monroe

Fri, 17 Oct 2008 12:06:00 -0500

Saint Paul Public Schools begins dialogue with West Side community about the future of Humboldt Junior High School

Mon, 13 Oct 2008 12:09:00 -0500

Saint Paul Public Schools adds SAT to list of free college and life planning test offerings

Fri, 10 Oct 2008 12:10:00 -0500

10/10/08

Saint Paul Public Schools embarks on facility and academic assessment

Wed, 08 Oct 2008 12:15:00 -0500

North End Elementary School dedicates "pathway to opportunities"

Mon, 06 Oct 2008 12:17:00 -0500

Saint Paul Public Schools takes Read for the Record districtwide

Tue, 30 Sep 2008 12:18:00 -0500

Farnsworth and Cleveland Jr.

Mon, 08 Sep 2008 15:20:00 -0500

Marking the inaugural year of their new Aerospace Program.

Volunteers from Target help Longfellow Magnet prepare for start of school

Thu, 21 Aug 2008 12:22:00 -0500

Saint Paul Public Schools ACT participation climbs by 10 percent

Thu, 14 Aug 2008 08:15:00 -0500

The increase of 128 Saint Paul Public Schools students taking the exam reverses a four-year downward trend.

All student groups achieve gains in reading and math,
results not enough for district to meet all state AYP targets

Mon, 04 Aug 2008 21:50:00 -0500

Saint Paul, Minn – All Saint Paul Public Schools (SPPS) student groups made gains inthis year’s Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP), a state measurement ofperformance in academics – reading and math – and other indicators suchas test participation rates, attendance rates and graduation rates.

“Although the gains are encouraging in many respects, it’s not enough,”said Superintendent Meria Carstarphen, “We will redouble our efforts toachieve the targets. We are committed to this work until every studentmeets or exceeds the standards.”

More than 300 Four Seasons A+ Elementary students ponder a world without arts in original musical production

Tue, 15 Jul 2008 10:12:00 -0500

Q and the Quest for Music allows students to shine while showing what they have learned in the A+ arts model used at Four Seasons. The model helps students learn in all subjects by integrating daily arts instruction in music, dance, drama and visual arts.

African-American mens’ group focuses on African-American young men for mentoring and support

Thu, 26 Jun 2008 15:32:00 -0500

Monitors Club donates time and money to SPPS mentoring program.

Saint Paul Public Schools 2008-09 budget approved

Fri, 20 Jun 2008 10:05:00 -0500

SPPS Board of Education approved at its regularmeeting June 17 the school district's budget for the 2008-09 schoolyear. It includes $476 million of expenses for the General Fund, thelargest part of the budget that includes the K-12 education program forstudent achievement.

Key leaders in place for 2008-09 school year

Thu, 19 Jun 2008 09:54:00 -0500

SPPS has appointed the following principals and administrators for the 2008-09 school year.

Arlington JROTC Honored by U.S. Navy

Tue, 17 Jun 2008 10:12:00 -0500

For the fifth consecutive year the school has received this distinguished honor.

Saint Paul Public Schools providing transportation option for Tuesday graduations due to unexpected visit by Sen. Barack Obama

Sun, 01 Jun 2008 11:05:00 -0500

In order to ensure that families and students are able to celebrate thehard work students have made on their paths to graduation, Saint PaulPublic Schools is providing free transportation to and from theRiverCentre.

Saint Paul Public Schools provides free summer meals as part of USDA program

Tue, 20 May 2008 14:26:00 -0500

The Summer Food Service Program, funded by the U.S. Department ofAgriculture begins Monday, June 9 and ends Friday, Aug. 22,2008. Meals will be available at over 90 sites throughout the city.

Saint Paul Public Schools students boasting new IDEA

Tue, 20 May 2008 11:32:00 -0500

IDEA Lab Grand Opening will feature student work including a new flour scoop created for a local bakery anda collapsible crutch made to help a person with a prosthetic leg. Alsopresent at the event will be products from two FIRST Robotics teams andthe Supermileage car, which is competing today in Brainerd.

Saint Paul Public Schools seeking input on 2008–09 budget

Fri, 16 May 2008 17:17:00 -0500

Input from the session and an online feedback survey will be gathered and presented at the June 10, 2008 Committee of the Board of Education meeting.

Group of seniors are first Saint Paul Public Schools students to be honored by Wallin Scholarship Program

Tue, 13 May 2008 13:01:00 -0500

The honorees are the first SPPS students to be honored by the Wallin ScholarshipProgram, which works to encourage and support students who might not otherwise attend or graduate from college.

Saint Paul Public Schools students perform award-winning creation

Mon, 12 May 2008 15:20:00 -0500

The Central High School-based Central Touring Theater (CTT) will perform student-created plays “We Are Called To Speak” and “Seeds Of Change” May 16 and 17.

Saint Paul Public Schools and Hamline University forge partnership for teacher recruitment and training program

Fri, 25 Apr 2008 15:55:00 -0500

Hamline University is set to provide teaching licensure course work and training for Saint Paul Teaching Fellows who will begin teaching Saint Paul Public Schools students in the fall.

Saint Paul Public Schools student and staff salad choice is clear

Wed, 23 Apr 2008 17:22:00 -0500

Corn and Barley Ensalada beats out Taboulleh and Five Grain Salad for the right to be on Saint Paul Public Schools cafeterias' Choice Bars beginning in the fall.

Saint Paul Public Schools students and staff voting with taste buds

Thu, 17 Apr 2008 12:02:00 -0500

The Wild About Grains! taste testingevent on Friday, April 18, 2008 will help determine a whole grain salad which will become a permanent part of next fall’s school cafeteria's ChoiceBars.

Changes underway for Saint Paul Public Schools’ Special Education summer school

Thu, 17 Apr 2008 11:18:00 -0500

In a change from past years, students with special needs will bereferred to Extended School Year based solely on their Individualized Education Plan(IEP) and the IEP team. The change from past practice is due to an advisement from theMinnesota Department of Education on current special education law.

17th Annual Honors Concert & Art Exhibit celebrates Saint Paul Public Schools student-artists and their accomplishments

Tue, 15 Apr 2008 12:45:00 -0500

On Tuesday, April 22, 2008 more than 300 students will participate in the 17th Annual Honors Concert &Art Exhibit.

How to Connect with the Faith-Based Community: Free workshop

Thu, 10 Apr 2008 16:42:00 -0500

The workshopincludes a panel discussion with African American pastors from St. Paulchurches, and a presentation by representatives from Muslim, Jewish andChristian organizations about their views on community/faith-basedprograms.

Saint Paul Public Schools and community come together to discuss a “Focus on Success” and the 2008-09 district budget

Thu, 10 Apr 2008 09:26:00 -0500

The Community Input Sessions are part of the district’s Strategic Plan for ContinuedExcellence and will be used to shape partof the district’s Shared Accountability Framework related to sharedexpectations. The budget session will give the district feedback on the district's proposed budget for 2008-2009.

“Freedom Writers” teacher to visit Humboldt Junior High School

Wed, 12 Mar 2008 16:28:00 -0500

Erin Gruwell, the basis for Freedom Writers, will talk with Humboldt Junior High School students and staff membersabout the importance of education and becoming a catalyst for change.

Linwood A+ Elementary fourth graders create Minnesota opera that was 150 years in the making

Wed, 12 Mar 2008 14:03:00 -0500

For just more than two weeks, Linwood A+ Elementary fourth graders worked to create an original opera based on Minnesota's sesquicentennial.

Top education official to visit Saint Paul Public School

Mon, 10 Mar 2008 13:23:00 -0500

Regional Representative to the U.S. Secretary of Education will be in Saint Paul Tuesday visiting schools that represent changes taking place in Saint Paul Public Schools.

SPPS seeks permission to serve during traditional school year breaks.

Mon, 10 Mar 2008 13:00:00 -0500

Waiver request to operate the Summer Food Service Program (SFSP),funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, will be to operateat designated Saint Paul and Recreation Department sites where the SFSPoperated this past summer.

Mississippi Creative Arts Magnet students and staff members taking a stand against bullying

Tue, 26 Feb 2008 13:12:00 -0600

Since February 15, 2008, Mississippi Creative Arts Magnet students and staff membershave recognized International STAND UP To Bullying Day by reading literature on the theme and using poetry,skits and posters to discuss the issue.

Gordon Parks High School dedication ceremony March 6

Mon, 25 Feb 2008 12:42:00 -0600

Members of the Gordon Parks family, Superintendent Meria Carstarphen,Saint Paul Mayor Chris Coleman and students at Gordon Parks High Schoolwill formally dedicate the building to the legendary American artist. This event is open to the public.

Saint Paul Public Schools junior high students to compete for spelling supremacy

Mon, 25 Feb 2008 11:51:00 -0600

District-wide spelling bee is Tuesday, Feb. 26

Saint Paul Public Schools joins with districts nationally to celebrate National African American Parent Involvement Day

Wed, 06 Feb 2008 16:16:00 -0600

National African American Parent Involvement Day gives families of all students a chance to experience their children's schools while helping to enhance students' educational experience.

SPPS Chief Academic Officer Valeria Silva named to 2008 Broad Superintendents Academy

Sun, 03 Feb 2008 15:27:00 -0600

The academy is a10-month executive management-training program to train top executives from different fields.

Saint Paul Public Schools takes steps regarding USDA-supplied beef

Thu, 31 Jan 2008 16:24:00 -0600

Saint Paul Public Schools is among districts altering menus following a Minnesota Department of Education notification to hold ground beef distributed by the United States Department of Agriculture and supplied by Westland Hallmark Meat Company.

Deadline approaching for Saint Paul Teaching Fellows applications

Fri, 18 Jan 2008 16:00:00 -0600

Interest runs high for the program which is geared to professionals and recent college graduates who are interested in teaching careers.

Giant National Geographic map of Asia comes to Saint Paul

Wed, 16 Jan 2008 14:23:00 -0600

The giant traveling map, on display at Washington Technology Magnet Middle School, invites students to explore and discover the diverse geography of Asia.

Saint Paul Public Schools and teachers approve two-year contract

Thu, 10 Jan 2008 17:00:00 -0600

Saint Paul Public Schools and the Saint Paul Federation of Teachers today announced approval of a two-year contract effective through 2009. The agreement allows for teachers to continue receiving professional development while balancing time with students.

Saint Paul Parent Information Fair helps families choose schools

Wed, 09 Jan 2008 14:55:00 -0600

The 2008 Parent Information Fair is Saturday, Feb. 2, at Saint Paul RiverCentre’s Roy Wilkins Auditorium.

St. Paul NEAT announces public reception with Superintendent Meria Carstarphen

Fri, 21 Dec 2007 10:32:00 -0600

Superintendent Meria Carstarphen will be speaking about the schooldistrict’s Strategic Plan for Continued Excellence and efforts to closeachievement gaps.

Venue change for January 7th, 2008 meeting regarding Homecroft Elementary programming

Fri, 21 Dec 2007 10:29:00 -0600

January 7th meeting to discuss programming proposals for HomecroftElementary will take place at Highland Park Senior High School.

Saint Paul Public Schools move forward with progressive program changes

Wed, 19 Dec 2007 16:22:00 -0600

The SPPS Board of Education Tuesday passed motions allowing expansion of twosuccessful programs and the establishment of the district’s first Hmongmagnet program.

Saint Paul Truth-In-Taxation hearing is Tuesday, Dec. 11

Fri, 30 Nov 2007 11:55:00 -0600

The Truth-In-Taxation hearing for Ramsey County, the City of Saint Pauland Saint Paul Public Schools will be at 6 p.m., Tuesday, Dec. 11 inthe Great Hall of Arlington Senior High School, 1495 Rice St.

Saint Paul Public Schools superintendent selects Chief Accountability Officer

Fri, 16 Nov 2007 15:32:00 -0600

Michelle J. Walker named as new Chief Accountability Officer.

Saint Paul Public Schools grades itself with 2007 Annual Report

Fri, 09 Nov 2007 11:02:00 -0600

SPPS has released its annual report outlining where the district hassucceeded in reaching high standards it set for itself in keycategories.

Saint Paul Public Schools awarded multi-million dollar grant

Thu, 18 Oct 2007 09:28:00 -0500

Two Saint Paul Public Schools to boost high-tech learning that meets the needs of today’s students.

Target, US Bank, Junior Achievement partner with Saint Paul Public Schools

Mon, 15 Oct 2007 18:13:00 -0500

Students will work with interactive materials and activities around the themes of free enterprise and work readiness.

All 10th and 11th grade students in Saint Paul Public Schools to take free college and life planning tests Oct. 17

Wed, 10 Oct 2007 17:15:00 -0500

In order to help students plan and prepare for the next step in theireducation, Saint Paul Public Schools – for the first time – willprovide PLAN and PSAT exams at no cost to every Saint Paul PublicSchools student.

Award-winning author meeting with Saint Paul Public Schools students

Wed, 26 Sep 2007 17:57:00 -0500

Sharon G. Flake, a noted author of books geared toward teen readers, ismeeting with 27 students of Saint Paul Public Schools OnTrack Programto discuss their success.

Saint Paul Public Schools working with other districts to ensure safe learning environments

Thu, 20 Sep 2007 15:14:00 -0500

Saint Paul Public Schools (SPPS) Office of Safety and Security willhost up to 400 school officials from around Minnesota during its annualSafety and Security Institute.

Volunteers and partners band together to give Cleveland Junior High School a facelift

Wed, 19 Sep 2007 15:28:00 -0500

Up to 75 volunteers from Hands On Twin Cities, 3M and the communitywill helpwith landscaping, refurbishing of the playground and the painting of amural.

Saint Paul aims to close African American achievement gap

Sat, 01 Sep 2007 17:48:00 -0500

Saint Paul Public Schools is collaborating with key stakeholders on a new community-based planning initiative for engaging and educating at-risk African and African American students.

Announcing the Early Childhood Education is Everyone’s Business Breakfast

Fri, 31 Aug 2007 16:08:00 -0500

An important breakfast meeting will focus on the multiple economic benefits and the importance of early childhood education as it relates to school success and success in life. The business forum will be held October 5, 2007 from 7:30 a.m. to 9 a.m. at Travelers’ Insurance in downtown St. Paul. The event is free and open to the public. NOTE: RSVPs are required.

2007 Adequate Yearly Progress results released

Thu, 30 Aug 2007 21:45:00 -0500

The Minnesota Department of Education released today its annual reporton Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP) made by schools throughout the state.

Brand new school supplies to be distributed to Saint Paul Public Schools students

Tue, 28 Aug 2007 10:34:00 -0500

More than 15,700 elementary students in Saint Paul Public Schools (SPPS) are going to receive a bag full of brand new school supplies in September.

International Academy – LEAP partner with neighbors

Wed, 22 Aug 2007 09:01:00 -0500

Students and staff members from International Academy – LEAP are helping to paint an intersection near the school. At the center of the design is artwork from Chai Xiong, a 16-year-old student at International Academy – LEAP.

First Lady Laura Bush praises partnerships at American Indian Magnet School

Tue, 14 Aug 2007 09:53:00 -0500

First Lady Laura Bush visited with American Indian students and educators from Saint Paul Public Schools on Aug. 3.

Two Join Saint Paul Public Schools' Senior Leadership Team

Wed, 08 Aug 2007 10:00:00 -0500

Chief of Staff Suzanne Kelly and Special Projects Officer Bee Lee BringValuable Experience to Help District Achieve Strategic Plan's Goals.

Saint Paul Public Schools encouraged by MCA-II math scores

Sat, 28 Jul 2007 21:37:00 -0500

On July 29, Saint Paul Public Schools (SPPS) released a few highlights of the district’s Minnesota Comprehensive Assessment II test scores.

SPPS Title I Homeless Program hosts event to help students

Fri, 20 Jul 2007 13:44:00 -0500

Homeless Students to receive backpacks filled with school supplies and nonperishable food items.

Four Seasons A+ 10th Anniversary Celebration

Mon, 09 Jul 2007 16:19:00 -0500

Four Seasons A+ Elementary School in Saint Paul, MN, is celebrating its10th Anniversary. It is the first year-round school in Saint PaulPublic Schools, offering a year-round learning experience that combinesdaily arts instruction in four areas – visual arts, music, dance, andtheater.

SPPS Board of Education Updates

Thu, 21 Jun 2007 15:51:00 -0500

SPPS Board adopts budget, receives resource allocation recommendations and approves administrative appointments.

School invites community input for name change

Fri, 08 Jun 2007 11:52:00 -0500

School leaders from the Area Learning Center Unidale invite the community to provide input on a new name for the school, which is relocating this fall from its current leased space at University and Dale to a new district-owned facility at 1212 University Avenue.

Saint Paul Public Schools Community Education Offers Driver Education Class for Deaf/Hard of Hearing

Fri, 08 Jun 2007 10:41:00 -0500

American Sign Language Interpreters will be available for deaf/hard ofhearing students who desire to take a driver education class. The classis offered by Saint Paul Public Schools Community Education.

Minnesota Vikings and Toro Team Up To Build Playground at American Indian and World Cultures Magnet Schools

Fri, 08 Jun 2007 10:20:00 -0500

More than 200 volunteers, including 100 Vikings coaches and players,will join forces to build a new and safe playground at the AmericanIndian / World Cultures Magnet Schools in Saint Paul.

Saint Paul Public Schools Board of Education appoints John Thoemke as interim Board member

Fri, 01 Jun 2007 09:58:00 -0500

At a special Saint Paul Public Schools Board of Education meeting onMay 31, John Thoemke was appointed to serve on the seven-member Boardbeginning July 1, 2007 and ending January 8, 2008.

Saint Paul Public Schools district provides free summer meals as part of USDA program

Thu, 31 May 2007 09:49:00 -0500

Free meals will be made available again this summer to all children 18years of age and under, and persons over 18 who participate in a publicor nonprofit private school program established for the mentally orphysically handicapped.

ST. PAUL STUDENTS DEMONSTRATE TECHNOLOGY EXPERTISE FOR MICHAEL DELL, GOV. PAWLENTY

Tue, 29 May 2007 09:46:00 -0500

Students from Saint Paul Public Schools (SPPS) celebrated theircompletion of the Dell TechKnow program with Dell CEO Michael Dell andMinnesota Gov. Tim Pawlenty during a ceremony today.

Board of Education selects four finalists for open seat

Tue, 22 May 2007 14:03:00 -0500

At a public meeting Monday, May 21, the Saint Paul Public Schools Boardof Education selected four applicants to move forward as finalists foran open interim Board seat.

Saint Paul Public Schools' teacher named St. Paul Rotary Educator of the Year

Fri, 18 May 2007 14:14:00 -0500

Saint Paul Public School kindergarten teacher Jeanne Ertz will behonored as the St. Paul Rotary Educator of the Year, 8:30 a.m., Monday,May 21, 2007 at Roosevelt West Side School of Excellence (160 E. IsabelSt.).

Seventeen apply for open Saint Paul Public Schools' Board of Education seat

Tue, 15 May 2007 10:24:00 -0500

Seventeen Saint Paul residents have submitted letters of interest forthe vacant seat on the Saint Paul Public Schools' Board of Education.The deadline to submit a letter of interest and resume was Monday, May14, 2007.

Saint Paul Public Schools launches 2006-2011 Strategic Plan for Continued Excellence

Fri, 11 May 2007 10:41:00 -0500

The Saint Paul Public Schools' 2006-2011 Strategic Plan for ContinuedExcellence, the district's contract with its students, families andcommunity.

Saint Paul Public Schools to receive national energy award

Thu, 10 May 2007 09:24:00 -0500

District recognized for commitment to energy efficiency and environmental protection

87th Annual Saint Paul Public School Police Patrol Parade and 82nd Annual School Police Patrol Picnic

Mon, 07 May 2007 10:53:00 -0500

Presented by the Saint Paul Public Schools Transportation Department and the Saint Paul Police Department. Participants include school patrols and bands.

Saint Paul Public Schools announces community budget forum

Fri, 04 May 2007 12:44:00 -0500

The community is invited to participate in the Saint Paul PublicSchools' 2007-08 budget forum at 8:15 p.m., Tuesday, May 15, 2007

Saint Paul Public Schools Board of Education seeks candidates

Wed, 02 May 2007 15:30:00 -0500

Saint Paul residents considering a temporary appointment to the open
seat for the Saint Paul Public Schools' Board of Education may submit a letter of interest and resume by 4:30 p.m., Monday, May 14, 2007.

Two grants bring $3 million for Saint Paul Public Schools

Wed, 25 Apr 2007 15:19:00 -0500

The Saint Paul Public School district is the beneficiary of two 21st
Century Community Learning Centers' grants totaling more than $1
million.

WASHINGTON TECHNOLOGY MAGNET TEAM QUALIFIES FOR WORLD’S LARGEST ROCKET CONTEST

Tue, 17 Apr 2007 12:07:00 -0500

The Math and Engineering Club at Washington Technology Magnet MiddleSchool qualified to compete in the finals of the prestigious TeamAmerica Rocketry Challenge, the world’s largest model rocket contest.

Student's Healthy Minds/Healthy Bodies project recognized nationally

Tue, 17 Apr 2007 12:02:00 -0500

The SPPS Fresh Force Service Learning and Leadership Program createdthe project to address the rise in unhealthy student lifestyles. Theproject helps students build self-empowerment and leadership skills,supports their health and fitness, works to decrease absenteeism andheightens teen's academic and civic achievements.

Saint Paul students take center stage at Ordway Center

Wed, 11 Apr 2007 13:15:00 -0500

The SPPS 16th Annual Honors Concert and Art Exhibit showcases thetalents of the “best of the best” high school musicians, vocalists andartists in the Saint Paul Public Schools.

Saint Paul Public Schools' Chief Academic Officer receives national award

Wed, 04 Apr 2007 11:19:00 -0500

Valeria Silva, Chief Academic Officer for SaintPaul Public Schools (SPPS), is the recipient of the 2007 UniversityCouncil for Educational Administration (UCEA) Excellence in LeadershipAward.

Saint Paul Public Schools' educator receives national award

Fri, 30 Mar 2007 12:08:00 -0500

Martha James, a physical education teacher at the Crossroads Arts andScience School, is the recipient of the 2007 Social Justice andDiversity K-12 Teaching Award.

Parent preparation tips for the MCA-II

Wed, 28 Mar 2007 14:54:00 -0500

Saint Paul Public Schools' students in grades 3 through 11 will betaking the Minnesota Comprehensive Assessments (MCA-II) between April17 and May 4, 2007.

Marcia Page Scholarship for African-American females

Tue, 27 Mar 2007 12:54:00 -0500

The Council of the Great City Schools is offering the Marcia PageScholarship for African-American Females for Mathematics, Engineeringand Technology Excellence.

Eastern Heights Eagles soaring to national competition

Thu, 22 Mar 2007 14:47:00 -0500

Six 6th graders from Eastern Heights Elementary School will not beplaying around when they compete April 21 and 22 at the 2007 Sally RideHasbro Toychallenge 2007 Nationals in San Diego.

Comcast and Roosevelt Elementary to hold Ready to Read! Event

Tue, 20 Mar 2007 12:57:00 -0500

Mayor Coleman Joins Comcast Employees and Roosevelt Students
for Ready to Read! Event

Washington Technology Students Explore Culture

Tue, 20 Mar 2007 12:33:00 -0500

Washington Technology Middle School has been named one of nine Saint Paul Public Schools’ Arts for All – Arts 25 program sites for 2006-2007. This award provides Washington Middle School $5000 to partner with Young Audiences of Minnesota to explore art and culture

Saint Paul students perform at Ordway Center and display artwork at Minnesota Museum of American Art

Fri, 16 Mar 2007 11:01:00 -0500

On Tuesday, April 17, 2007, Saint Paul Public Schools (SPPS), OrdwayCenter for the Performing Arts, and the Minnesota Museum of AmericanArt will give more than 300 students the chance of a lifetime byshowcasing the talents of the best of the best high school vocalists,musicians, and artists in the SPPS district.

Breakfast makes the grade for student success in school

Tue, 06 Mar 2007 10:39:00 -0600

Saint Paul Public Schools is tying eating to learning by makingbreakfast available to its more than 40,000 students as part ofNational School Breakfast Week (March 5-9) and National NutritionMonth. The school district is teaming with Steps to a Healthier MN --St. Paul to start every school day with a 10-minute breakfast.

Saint Paul school selected for strenuous student program One of only six elementary schools in state to offer international curriculum

Wed, 28 Feb 2007 14:02:00 -0600

The International Baccalaureate Organization (IBO) has approved theBenjamin E. Mays Magnet for Communication Arts and LeadershipElementary School as an International Baccalaureate/Primary YearsProgramme (IB/PYP). With the selection, Benjamin E. Mays becomes thesecond Saint Paul public school, and the sixth elementary school inMinnesota, to offer the Primary Years Programme.

Students put the VA in Valentine’s Day

Tue, 13 Feb 2007 15:25:00 -0600

More than 2,330 valentines made by students at the 40 Saint Paulelementary schools participating in the Valentines for Vets project

Schools invite parents to accompany students to class on Feb. 12

Wed, 07 Feb 2007 11:07:00 -0600

While the focus of this day (during Black History Month) is primarily on African Americans, all parents are encouraged to participate.

Good old Minnesota hotdish debuts on ethnically diverse

Thu, 25 Jan 2007 15:50:00 -0600

Saint Paul Public Schools students—who hail from around the world andspeak more than 70 languages and dialects—will finally get a taste ofMinnesota’s cultural heritage when Tater Tot hotdish is served for thefirst time at lunch on Thursday, Jan. 25. The hot dish will beaccompanied by peaches, tossed salad, and an orange Push-Up that day.

Saint Paul Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Carstarphen Visits Students At Valley Branch ELC.

Wed, 24 Jan 2007 10:04:00 -0600

Dr. Carstarphen visited Valley Branch ELC today to witness the 3rdGraders from Galtier Elementary and Lake Elmo Elementary schools doinghands-on science learning. The students are part of theStillwater Schools/St. Paul Schools Partnership program.

Scratch software, beta-tested by local students, to be released today

Mon, 08 Jan 2007 15:53:00 -0600

Thanks to a partnership with Massachusetts Institute of Technology MediaLab and the Science Museum of Minnesota, students at Expo forExcellence and Museum Magnet Schools have been working with developersto beta test programming software called Scratch.

Board members to meet with legislators Friday, Jan. 12

Fri, 05 Jan 2007 16:39:00 -0600

The Saint Paul Board of Education will meet with Saint Paul legislators next week to discuss the upcoming legislative session. The meeting will take place at 8 a.m. Friday, Jan. 12, at district headquarters, 360 Colborne St., Saint Paul.

Regional Community Strategic Plan Meetings

Thu, 14 Dec 2006 14:04:00 -0600

For the past few months, Superintendent Meria Carstarphen and schooldistrict staff have been developing a new strategic plan, whichoutlines how resources will be prioritized to accelerate studentachievement in the Saint Paul Public Schools through 2009.

Saint Paul Parent Information Fair helps families choose schools

Thu, 07 Dec 2006 09:14:00 -0600

Parents shopping for a school can learn about the many choices available in Saint Paul at the 2007

Truth in Taxation hearing is Tuesday, Dec. 12

Wed, 06 Dec 2006 09:31:00 -0600

A truth in taxation hearing hosted by Ramsey County, the City of SaintPaul and the Saint Paul Public Schools will be held at 6 p.m. Tuesday,Dec. 12, in the Great Hall of Arlington Senior High School,
1495 Rice St.

Superintendent and Mayor announce Citywide Book Club book selections for 2006-07

Mon, 04 Dec 2006 15:58:00 -0600

Saint Paul Public Schools Superintendent MeriaCarstarphen and Saint Paul Mayor Chris Coleman announced their choicesfor the Citywide Book Club today. For adults and secondary students,they chose “The Things They Carried,” a collection of 22 interrelated,short fictional episodes about Vietnam by Tim O’Brien, a Minnesotanative.

Mayor, Superintendent to announce choices for Citywide Book Club

Wed, 29 Nov 2006 15:33:00 -0600

Since 2001, the Saint Paul Public Schools and the City of Saint Paulhave partnered to promote the Citywide Book Club, the goal of which isto improve literacy and build community among the city’s increasinglydiverse residents.

Review the school district’s new strategic plan at upcoming meetings

Wed, 29 Nov 2006 15:31:00 -0600

For the past few months, Superintendent Meria Carstarphen and schooldistrict staff have been developing and revising a new strategic plan,which outlines how efforts and resources will be prioritized toaccelerate student achievement in the Saint Paul Public Schools through2009.

SPPS meets state standards for Adequate Yearly Progress, ties results to new accountability expectations

Thu, 16 Nov 2006 15:21:00 -0600

Based on results of the MCA II test—whichincluded a math assessment taken by students in grades 3-8 and 11, plusa reading assessment taken by students in grades 3-8 and 10—the SaintPaul Public School district, as a whole, is making adequate yearlyprogress (AYP), as defined by the state.

Arlington Students to Celebrate Hmong New Year

Thu, 16 Nov 2006 15:19:00 -0600

Students will present a Hmong play, perform a traditional dance and song, and serve ethnic food

District to break ground for new alternative learning center

Thu, 16 Nov 2006 15:17:00 -0600

The new building, scheduled to open in the fall of 2007, will be thenew home for students currently attending ALC Unidale, which is losingits lease due to redevelopment.

5th and 6th grades at Horace Mann completed Get Out The Vote project.

Mon, 06 Nov 2006 12:47:00 -0600

Monday, November 6, 2006, students in the 5th and 6th grades at HoraceMann School (K-6) completed their hard work on an exciting projectentitled, “Get Out The Vote" which culminated with a program at schoolon Monday, November 6th at 1 p.

2006 Big River Art Contest Winners

Thu, 02 Nov 2006 15:58:00 -0500

Big River Art Contest connects students to the science, heritage, andstewardship of the Mississippi River through the practice of art.

Saint Paul Middle School Student Wins "Young Scholars" Award Worth up to $300,000

Mon, 30 Oct 2006 16:22:00 -0500

Tho Bui, an eighth grade student at Washington Technology Middle Schoolin Saint Paul, has won the prestigious national “Young Scholars” awardfrom the Jack Kent Cooke (JKC) Foundation.

Pilot Program Offers Students Free Cooking Lessons and Other Educational Activities on their Day Off

Thu, 19 Oct 2006 08:48:00 -0500

Ninety elementary students from three East Side schools—AmesElementary, Eastern Heights Elementary, and Nokomis MontessoriMagnet—will learn about safe cooking procedures while preparing a tastytreat as part of a full day of educational activities on Monday,a day off from school in Saint Paul.

Saint Paul Public Schools 150th Anniversary Parade on Oct. 7

Fri, 06 Oct 2006 15:32:00 -0500

District’s 150th Anniversary Parade on Oct. 7 Will Feature Floats, Bands, Classic Cars, and Much More.

Saint Paul students begin feeding food waste to local pigs

Tue, 03 Oct 2006 12:13:00 -0500

Starting this week, Saint Paul public schools will begin a districtwideeffort to reduce the tons of garbage thrown out every year and feed asmuch as possible of what’s left to local pigs.

Elementary Teacher Is Finalist in National Magazine Contest

Fri, 29 Sep 2006 15:16:00 -0500

Elementary Teacher Is Finalist in National Magazine Contest
Judy Bjorklund, who teaches second grade at Roosevelt ElementarySchool, has been notified that she is a finalist in the Woman’sDay/Poise Rising Star Awards Contest.

Cherokee Heights and Phalen Lake Elementary Win National Partnership School Awards

Fri, 29 Sep 2006 15:14:00 -0500

Phalen Lake Elementary and Cherokee Heights Elementary won 2006Partnership School Awards from NNPS, a recognition that only sevenschools in the nation received this year.

Federal Grant Will Allow Expansion of Chinese Language Program

Fri, 29 Sep 2006 15:12:00 -0500

The Office of Instructional Services has been awarded a ForeignLanguage Assistance Program (FLAP) Grant from the U.S. Department ofEducation for the Chinese Articulation Project.

NATIONAL EDUCATION OFFICIAL TO VISIT FARNSWORTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Thu, 28 Sep 2006 15:01:00 -0500

U.S. Department of Education’s Todd Zoellick will visit FarnsworthElementary School in St. Paul, Minnesota, on Friday, September 29 at9:30 a.m. as part of the U.S. Department of Education’s Back-To-SchoolInitiative.

5th Annual Hmong Resource Fair:

Thu, 28 Sep 2006 15:00:00 -0500

If you’re looking for volunteer opportunities or need help exposingyour business and services to the local community.

Saint Paul Public Schools Superintendent Selects New Chief of Staff

Thu, 28 Sep 2006 15:00:00 -0500

Saint Paul Public Schools Superintendent Meria Carstarphen announcedtoday that Dr. Deb Henton will serve as the new Chief of Staff forSaint Paul Public Schools effective Oct. 18, 2006.

Literacy Consortium Hosts Adult Basic Education Summit

Fri, 15 Sep 2006 10:50:00 -0500

Superintendent Meria Carstarphen, state legislators, and leaders of theSaint Paul Community Literacy Consortium, which includes 14community-based program providers

Business leaders recognize two schools for closing the achievement gap.

Thu, 14 Sep 2006 10:39:00 -0500

SheridanElementary,St. Paul, and Nettleton Magnet, Duluth, receive “Minnesota’sFuture Awards”from Minnesota Business Partnership

Saint Paul Public School Board Announces Approval of Referendum for Continued Excellence in Schools

Tue, 01 Aug 2006 22:10:00 -0500

Saint Paul, Minn. — The Saint Paul Public School Board today voted to approve the Saint Paul Public Schools' (SPPS) proposal to bring a referendum to the Nov. 7 general election ballot.

Saint Paul Public School District Announces New Interim Principal Assignments for 2006-2007 School Year

Tue, 18 Jul 2006 20:20:00 -0500

New principals assigned to Humboldt Junior High, Museum Magnet Elementary, and Open School

2002 Referendum Dollar Expenditures

Tue, 11 Jul 2006 15:10:00 -0500

SaintPaul Public Schools surveyed principals at its elementary and secondaryschools to get a picture of how money raised from the 2002 referendumwas being spent at each site.The charts in this link detailthe categoies in which the money is being used at each school in thedistrict for the 2006-2007 school year.

Saint Paul Public School Board seeks public input regarding referendum

Fri, 30 Jun 2006 12:45:00 -0500

The Saint Paul Public School Board is asking for input from Saint Paulresidents through a brief, important survey. The board is consideringplacing on the November 2006 ballot a renewal of the 2002 Referendumand would like to hear from the public prior to making a decision.

Mayor Proclaims June 28 "Lou Kanavati Day"

Wed, 28 Jun 2006 11:50:00 -0500

In recognition of Interim Superintendent Lou Kanavati's 36 years ofservice to Saint Paul Public Schools, and to mark his pendingretirement, Saint Paul Mayor Chris Coleman proclaimed that June 28,2006 is Lou Kanavati Day.

Bruce F. Vento Elementary Offers New Spanish Bilingual Program for Fall 2006

Thu, 22 Jun 2006 11:35:00 -0500

Saint Paul Public Schools today announced that it is beginning a newSpanish bilingual program at Bruce F. Vento Elementary. ThisSpanish/English program is open to Spanish-speaking Kindergarten andfirst grade students who live east of 35E and north of I-94 and beginsin September 2006.

Saint Paul Public Schools Board of Education Announces Approval of 2006-2007 Budget

Tue, 20 Jun 2006 21:45:00 -0500

The Saint Paul Public Schools Board ofEducation today announced the unanimous approval of the 2006-2007general funds operating budget for the Saint Paul Public SchoolDistrict.

Saint Paul Public Schools Board of Education Announces Acting Superintendent

Tue, 20 Jun 2006 21:35:00 -0500

Executive Director of Business and Financial Affairs Lois Rockney to lead Saint Paul Public School District in the wake of Lou Kanavati's retirement

Saint Paul Public Schools Announces Three-Year Contract Agreement With Next Superintendent

Tue, 23 May 2006 08:15:00 -0500

School Board to vote on Dr. Carstarphen's contract Friday, May 26

Saint Paul Public School District Celebrates Scholastic Stars

Thu, 18 May 2006 10:10:00 -0500

Top seniors from across the district honored at the 2006 Celebration of Excellence.

Saint Paul Public Schools Board of Education Chooses Meria Carstarphen As Superintendent

Tue, 28 Mar 2006 20:35:00 -0500

The Saint Paul Public Schools Board of Education today announced theyhave offered the position of Superintendent of Saint Paul PublicSchools to Meria Carstarphen. She has accepted the position, pendingcontract negotiations.

Saint Paul Public Schools Board of Education to Announce Candidates for Superintendent of Schools

Mon, 20 Mar 2006 12:35:00 -0500

The Saint Paul Public Schools Board of Education is expected to announcecandidates for the Superintendent position at the upcoming School Boardmeeting on Tuesday, March 21, at 5:45 p.m. at 360 Colborne St. in SaintPaul.

Historians in the Schools (HITS)

Wed, 01 Mar 2006 12:30:00 -0600

Saint Paul Public Schools recently launched a new approach to teaching American history upon award of an $835,000 grant.

Breakthrough Saint Paul

Thu, 09 Feb 2006 16:20:00 -0600

Breakthrough Saint Paul (BSP) is looking for motivated sixthgraders to participate in its challenging two-year academic enrichmentprogram.

150th Anniversary of Saint Paul School District to Kick Off At Winter Carnival

Mon, 30 Jan 2006 11:30:00 -0600

Replica of Irving School, Humboldt High School Marching Band among highlights at Friday's Winter Carnival launch.

Bus driver donates $1,000 to Wheelock School

Thu, 26 Jan 2006 11:50:00 -0600

School bus driver Howie Roberts donated $1,000 dollars to WheelockSchool because he believes the teachers aides are the best he has everencountered.

Frost Lake Magnet School and the Arts ABLE Grant

Tue, 17 Jan 2006 15:00:00 -0600

Frost Lake Magnet School of Technology and Global Studies is in its third and final year of a federal Arts ABLE grant.

District News Releases

Superintendent Candidates Narrowed to Three

Six superintendent semifinalists named

Saint Paul Public Schools Board Member Resigns Early

Meet superintendent finalists Nov. 16-19

2009 Annual Report

MCA-II test results released

2009 Summer School

Saint Paul Public Schools seeks community feedback on 2009-10 budget through online survey

SPPS proposes reshaping of district services, public forums set for May 12 & 28

Saint Paul Public Schools to appoint interim superintendent

Saint Paul Public Schools and Greater Twin Cities United Way team up to tackle reading proficiency in third-graders

Saint Paul Public Schools approves 2009 summer school changes

Statement from Saint Paul Public Schools Superintendent Meria Joel Carstarphen

Independent study of Saint Paul Public Schools facilities rates overall conditions favorably

Saint Paul Public Schools Board of Education invites community to upcoming Listening Session

SPPS continues to follow precautions in peanut butter recall

College: Learn About It and Prepare at Feb. 28 Thinking College Early Fair

Statement from Saint Paul Public Schools Superintendent Meria Joel Carstarphen

SPPS joins with districts nationally to celebrate National African American Parent Involvement Day

Statement from Saint Paul Public Schools Superintendent Meria Joel Carstarphen

Saint Paul Public Schools students compete for spelling supremacy

Saint Paul Public Schools makes budget recommendations with an eye to a responsible future

Travelers steps up investment in SPPS

Board of Education invites community to Listening Session Feb.12

SPPS faces $25 million budget shortfall

Maxfield Magnet School to receive library renovation from Heart of America & Target

Upcoming showcase and open house dates for Saint Paul Public Schools

SPPS schools recognize presidential inauguration & celebrate Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

SPPS awarded with State of Minnesota Finance Award for 2009, one of few large districts to achieve award

Longfellow Humanities Elementary set to build upon its foundation while establishing "A Classical Beginning"

Saint Paul Parent Information Fair provides families with one-stop school selection opportunity

Saint Paul Public Schools implements hiring freeze

Gifted testing for non-public students available, register by Dec. 19

Saint Paul Public Schools unveils Web site renovation

School meal program can help Saint Paul Public Schools families hit by tough economic times

Transformations announced for Humboldt Junior High School and Arlington Senior High School

Saint Paul Truth-In-Taxation hearing is set for Thursday, December 11, 2008

Washington Tech. students Study with Jane Goodall Institute primate expert

SPPS Board of Education approves 2009 - 2010 calendar

Annual Report release coincides with State of District address

Tuesday's meeting of SPPS Commitee of the Board canceled

More than 400 Open School students team up against hunger

Highland Park freshman lock-in Friday promotes graduation; class unity

Arlington hosts BioSMART

SPPS invites community members to discusions surrounding Large Scale System Change

Candidates respond to 5th and 6th graders' Power of the Vote Rally, Nov. 3 at Horace Mann School

Volunteers and partners band together to give Battle Creek Junior High a facelift, honor staff members

SPPS and MN Wild partner to recognize reading success

Media invited to SPPS for Gifted and Talented Youth Week

Superintendent Carstarphen to deliver State of the District Nov. 6 at A+ Arts at Monroe

Saint Paul Public Schools begins dialogue with West Side community about the future of Humboldt Junior High School

Saint Paul Public Schools adds SAT to list of free college and life planning test offerings

Saint Paul Public Schools embarks on facility and academic assessment

North End Elementary School dedicates "pathway to opportunities"

Saint Paul Public Schools takes Read for the Record districtwide

Farnsworth and Cleveland Jr.

Volunteers from Target help Longfellow Magnet prepare for start of school

Saint Paul Public Schools ACT participation climbs by 10 percent

All student groups achieve gains in reading and math, results not enough for district to meet all state AYP targets

More than 300 Four Seasons A+ Elementary students ponder a world without arts in original musical production

African-American mens’ group focuses on African-American young men for mentoring and support

Saint Paul Public Schools 2008-09 budget approved

Key leaders in place for 2008-09 school year

Arlington JROTC Honored by U.S. Navy

Saint Paul Public Schools providing transportation option for Tuesday graduations due to unexpected visit by Sen. Barack Obama

Saint Paul Public Schools provides free summer meals as part of USDA program

Saint Paul Public Schools students boasting new IDEA

Saint Paul Public Schools seeking input on 2008–09 budget

Group of seniors are first Saint Paul Public Schools students to be honored by Wallin Scholarship Program

Saint Paul Public Schools students perform award-winning creation

Saint Paul Public Schools and Hamline University forge partnership for teacher recruitment and training program

Saint Paul Public Schools student and staff salad choice is clear

Saint Paul Public Schools students and staff voting with taste buds

Changes underway for Saint Paul Public Schools’ Special Education summer school

17th Annual Honors Concert & Art Exhibit celebrates Saint Paul Public Schools student-artists and their accomplishments

How to Connect with the Faith-Based Community: Free workshop

Saint Paul Public Schools and community come together to discuss a “Focus on Success” and the 2008-09 district budget

“Freedom Writers” teacher to visit Humboldt Junior High School

Linwood A+ Elementary fourth graders create Minnesota opera that was 150 years in the making

All student groups achieve gains in reading and math,
results not enough for district to meet all state AYP targets