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Hello Peter Hobart Community,
We gathered for our first all school assembly on Thursday, October 12th. We were so honored to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by having students of Hispanic/Latino heritage proudly parade into the gymnasium holding flags from the various countries they represent.
Literacy Specialist Maria Reyes did a fantastic job empowering our students to share and celebrate their stories and heritage in front of their peers. It was wonderful to see every student celebrate the histories, cultures and contributions of American citizens whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean and Central and South America.
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As we journey through this academic year, we'd like to remind everyone of the core principles that guide our endeavors at St. Louis Park Public Schools.
St. Louis Park Public Schools sees, inspires, and empowers each learner to live their brilliance in an environment that centers student voice and experience to create racially equitable learning that energizes and enhances the spirit of our community.
We believe in:
- The brilliance of ourselves and others. Everyone has the capacity and responsibility to foster the growth and brilliance of others.
- Authentic community engagement. Engaging and supporting our employees, families, and communities will enhance the healthy development of each learner.
- High expectations. Instilling and upholding high expectations empowers students and staff to higher levels of achievement.
- Collective responsibility. Embodying the collective and urgent responsibility of anti-racist practices enriches a work and learning environment and community.
- Persistent effort. Through persistent effort we will create anti-racist schools and academically successful learners.
- Racial consciousness and cultural competence. Racial consciousness and cultural competence are essential to each person’s ability to be a catalyst for change.
- Advocacy for equity. Everyone has equal intrinsic worth and we will advocate for the historically marginalized.
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* Click HERE for 2023-24 At-A-Glance Calendar* | |
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October 29 - PH PTO Family Meet Up at Birchwood Park (28th St. & Zarthan)
October 30 to November 10 - PH Direct Fundraiser
November 1 - 2 ~ Día de los Muertos ofrenda
November 3 ~ PH PTO Owl Program at Westwood Nature Center
November 3 ~ NO SCHOOL (Professional Development for teachers)
November 7 ~ PH PTO Winter Clothing Drive with Northstar donuts
November 14 ~ Kindergarten Science Observation Night 5:00 - 6:30pm
November 15 ~ Picture Retake Day
November 16 ~ 101 Dalmatians Family Info Night 4:30-5:30pm
November 22 - 24 ~ NO SCHOOL (Fall Break)
November 30 - Bring It Home meeting
December 8 ~ NO SCHOOL (Professional Development for teachers)
December 22 to January 1 ~ NO SCHOOL (Winter Break)
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*Click HERE for St Louis Park City Calendar* | |
Halloween Guidance for Families | |
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As the month of October comes to an end, we know many families have questions about seasonal festivities including Halloween. Our primary goal is to ensure that our educational environment remains focused on learning, so this year, we would like to provide some guidelines regarding the acknowledgement of this holiday within our school.
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We will not wear costumes or face paint: Costumes, face paints, and related accessories can be distracting in a learning environment. Therefore, we ask that students not wear or bring these things to school.
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We will not bring or share candy: To ensure the safety and health of all students, there will be no sharing or distribution of candy in school. We encourage families to partake in their own Halloween traditions at home, if they choose.
However, while we are setting these guidelines to maintain a conducive learning environment, we also understand the cultural and festive importance of Halloween. Our dedicated teachers may discuss Halloween and other holidays around this time and their historical and cultural significance during their morning circles. This will be an opportunity for students to learn about and appreciate the diverse ways people celebrate.
Thank you for being an integral part of our school district community, and we appreciate your understanding and cooperation.
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Peter Hobart Presents Disney 101 Dalmations | |
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Family Information Meeting
Thursday, November 16th 4:30-5:30pm at Peter Hobart Rm 105
This meeting is for anyone interested in learning more about the play:
Families with children interested in being casted, costume crew, set crew, or sales team
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Mayor for a Day Essay Contest | |
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The League of Minnesota Cities is once again encouraging our state’s 4th, 5th, and 6th graders to share ideas about how they would make cities better through submitting essays in the League’s “Mayor for a Day” essay contest.
Contest information can be found at lmc.org/mayorforaday. We encourage you to share this link with the elementary schools in your city and consider publishing it on your city's website as well as the next issue of your city newsletter. We have also shared contest information with your city’s mayor.
Three winning students will be chosen from among submitted entries. Each winning student will receive $100 and will have their essay published in a future issue of Minnesota Cities magazine. If a student from your city wins, we are happy to share ideas on public recognition you can consider in your own community.
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Lifetouch Picture Retake Day- Wednesday, November 15th | |
- Approximately 2-3 weeks following picture day, proofs will be sent home with students.
- The proofs will include a unique code for each student with directions on how to access student pictures online.
- Families will order their selections on the website and their student's pictures will be mailed directly to their homes.
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Join us for Kindergarten Welcome on Nov. 4 from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Principals will share about each school, and find out more about programming and services that will be a part of your educational journey.
Find out more at slpschools.org/kindergarten
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Eat Donuts and Learn More About Park Public Schools & Community Foundation | |
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On Thursday, Nov.16, 2023, between 7 - 9:30 a.m., at Angel Food Bakery, learn more about the Park Public Schools & Community Foundation (PPS&CF) and the amazing work being done in our community and schools with grants made possible by the Foundation and our generous donors.
Every year, the PPS&CF raises funds and makes grants to teachers in our district in grades pre k-12 for projects that inspire and enhance our students’ education. In the 2022-23 school year alone, the Foundation was able to make grants totaling over $55,000! Examples include paying for new play equipment for preschoolers; a potter’s wheel and slab at the Middle School; exciting field trips to bring classroom learning to life; a mobile makerspace; a kindness rocks garden project; innovative instruments combining engineering and music; and cutting edge technology bridging the physical education and science curriculums at the High School.
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Spotlight on Classroom Teams | |
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Kindergarten team (L-R):
Caroline Wetherall, Nancy Litvack, Latrisse Milton, Nicole Daly
Not pictured- Student Teacher Amelia Retzlaff
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First Grade team (L-R):
Krista Jibben, Kristin Thomas, Allison Nikolic, Student Teacher Maria Spack, Student Teacher Emma Rosenberg
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Second Grade team (L-R):
Ger Her, Nikki Patel, Lynn Searle
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Third Grade team (L-R):
Rachel Lebow, Thomas Kloos,
Ashley Eames
Not Pictured- Student Teachers Carly Nelson, Lisa Ongondi
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Fourth Grade team (L-R):
Megan Jones, Thomas Amon, Tara Wetzel, Robyn Poythress
Not Pictured - Student Teacher Kailee Hillman
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Fifth Grade team (L-R):
Rachel Hortsch, Student Teacher Elizabeth Meyers, Student Teacher Lily Thompson, Jill Metil, Meghan Malone, Student Teacher Fatima Mohamed
Not Pictured - Jenea Fredrickson
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Special Education Staff (L-R):
Amanda White, Nick Dalager, Hannah Bevers, Marc Brown, Bridget Stephens, Britta Frantz
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First grade at Stages Theather | |
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Dine for Dollars!
Join us for a fantastic Mexican meal! Throughout the school year, Mexico City Cafe will donate 5% of all purchases to Peter Hobart. So, eat up and dine for dollars! See menu HERE
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2023 - 2024 PH PTO Events
PH Family Meet-Up - Sunday Oct 29th 1-3pm (Birchwood Park)
Peter Hobart Direct – Oct 30th - November 10th
Owl Program at Westwood Nature Center – Friday Nov 3rd, 6:30-8pm
Winter Clothing Drive w/ North Star Donuts – Tues Nov 7th, 2-6pm
PH Family Meet-Up (December or January Activity TBD)
PTO General Meeting – January TBD, 6:00pm
Black History Month Celebration – Feb TBD
PH Family Meet-Up (March Activity TBD)
Imagination Fair – March TBD
Spring Book Fair – April TBD
Earth Day Event at Westwood Nature Center, Fri April 26th, 6:30 -8pm
PTO General Meeting – May TBD, 6:00pm
Spring Carnival – Fri May 3rd
Last Day of School Celebration – Thurs Jun 13th
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If you would like to get involved, please email peterhobartpto@gmail.com
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Box Tops: Download the Box Tops for Education app on iTunes or Google Play to earn money for Peter Hobart when purchasing products with a Box Top label on it. See BTFE.com for eligible products.
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Connect With Us!
Kari Schwietering, Principal
6500 W. 26th Street
St. Louis Park, MN 55426
Phone: 952-928-6600
Attendance: 952-928-6604
Fax: 952-928-6643
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