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Dr. Kenneth Turner, Principal

560 Concordia Ave., Saint Paul, MN 55103

651-325-2400 | Get Directions

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360 Colborne Street, Saint Paul, MN, 55102

651-767-8100 | Get Directions

Welcome to Benjamin E. Mays IB World School!

Our school challenges students to think critically on a global scale. As an International Baccalaureate (IB) school, Benjamin E. Mays challenges students to understand the world around them and how to take action within it. The IB program strives to help students develop an international perspective through projects that examine real-life situations around the world. Learn more ...

COVID-19 Student and Family Guidelines
SPPS will require masks for all people in a school setting (ages 2+), including all teachers, staff, students and visitors, regardless of vaccination status. Families should familiarize themselves with the SPPS COVID-19 Student and Family Guidelines, which are updated regularly and cover prevention strategies, health screening and monitoring, and the SPPS COVID-19 Reporting System.

An International Baccalaureate School

SPECIAL EDUCATION

The Autism Program has been part of the Benjamin E. Mays school community for more than 10 years. Our staff has a broad range of experience working with children who have Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD).

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INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE

The international Baccalaureate develops inquiring, knowledgeable and caring young people who help create a better and more peaceful world through intercultural understanding and respect.

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COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT

Parents are also welcome to become involved in many school activities, such as, visiting your child’s classroom, participating in field trips, tutoring students, etc. Volunteerism is encouraged.

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School Profile

Principal Turner

OUR PRINCIPAL

As a person born and raised in the Rondo area of Saint Paul, Dr. Turner brings a wealth of experience in helping all students feel represented and accepted for who they are. He has served as an educator for 27 years and worked in SPPS for the past 6 years as a teacher, leader, administrator, and most recently, as assistant principal for American Indian Magnet School.

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CONTACT US

Benjamin E. Mays IB World School
560 Concordia Ave
St Paul, MN 55103
Grades: PreK-5
Hours: 7:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Phone: 651-325-2400
Fax: 651-325-2401
Transportation: 651-696-9600

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Benjamin E. Mays News

Request an Appointment

District policy currently limits visitors to our building. If you would like to schedule an appointment, click on the headline to access our Appointment Request Form.

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PTA (Parent Teacher Association)

Tuesday, September 14, 6:00-7:00pm. Find out what is happening at Mays. Share your ideas.

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Resources

How to talk to children about traumatic events.

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MySPPS Bus Status

LINK: About MySPPS Bus

Benjamin E. Mays on Twitter

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School Supply Lists

2021-22 School Supply Lists are available here and at participating stores near SPPS schools: Target, Walmart, Kmart and Office Depot.

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