COVID-19 Testing and Community Resources

Ramsey County residents can get free COVID-19 saliva tests mailed to their homes or in person at Roy Wilkins Auditorium. Resources for mental health, food and other needs are also available through several community organizations.

VIDEO: Serving Food Safely

Following recommendations from the Centers for Disease Control and the Minnesota Department of Health, new lunchroom procedures include social distancing, plexiglass dividers, table signage and more.

In-Person Program Updates

Following the Governor’s Executive Order, several SPPS programs and services are currently on hold. These include the Academic Support Center, athletics and activities, Discovery Club and Extended Day for Learning.

Immunizations and Flu Shots

SPPS is partnering with Children’s Minnesota to offer flu shots and other vaccinations in their mobile clinic on Thursdays at Washington Tech. Immunizations are also available at the Washington Tech Health Start Clinic on Mondays starting November 16.

Application for Educational Benefits

While meals are free for all students this year, it is critical that all families complete this application. These applications help to ensure your child’s school receives funding for both in-person and distance learning programs and supports.

Virtual Storytime

SPPS elementary students can watch a live reading of a new children’s book written by local author Kao Kalia Yang on Friday, December 4, at 10:30 a.m. The book is also available for free in the MackinVia app on students’ iPads.