Resources and Family-Friendly Ideas for Winter Break

SPPS will be on Winter Break from Friday, Dec. 21, through Tuesday, Jan. 1. Here are some resources for families, and a few ideas to get your family out and about during break.

Winter Open Houses

Attending an open house is a perfect opportunity to learn more about schools that interest you. Meet staff, tour classrooms and discover the programs, activities and services available to your child at each school.

SPPS Student Receives Legion of Valor Bronze Cross Award

Como Park Senior High School student William Farley was recently inducted into an elite club.

Don't Miss the All-New School Choice Fair

On January 12, all SPPS schools will be at one location. This is your chance to meet school staff, learn about what each school offers and get your questions answered. Admission is free!

SPPS Como Planetarium presents Laser Week

Saint Paul Public Schools is pleased to present a series of laser light shows at the Como Planetarium during Laser Week, November 26 through December 1.

Through the Lens: A Day in the Life of SPPS

Great things happen in our schools daily. Take a look at some of the snapshots of our favorite moments.

9th Annual Project REACH Coat and Blanket Drive is Now Underway

Every year, approximately 2,000 SPPS students experience homelessness. You can help. Donate new or lightly-used coats, hats, mittens and blankets to Project REACH during the winter months.

SPPS Teacher Named Minnesota World Language Teacher of the Year

Maureen Elwell Peltier, a French teacher at Central Senior High School, has been named Minnesota’s World Language Teacher of the Year by the Minnesota Council of the Teaching of Languages and Cultures.

Where to Go for Thanksgiving Meals, Events, Service Opportunities

Thanksgiving is Thursday, Nov. 22 and SPPS will be closed Nov. 22-23. It is common for local organizations to serve free or low cost holiday meals on Thanksgiving.