Hall Star Shine Weekly
News & Updates for the Hall Star Nation
📈 Attendance Matters
Every day in school builds momentum, as routines, relationships, and learning add up.
Our district and school expectation is 95%+ attendance and on‑time arrival.
The Hall Attendance Team will be reaching out to families who are falling below 95%, especially students who are arriving to school late on a regular basis, to discuss supports and develop a plan to get to school on time.
Interested in this year's After School Program?
💡 Reminders
🚸 Arrival & Dismissal Reminders
- Bus lane = Aldrich Avenue. Please do not drive, park, or stop in the bus lane.
- Drop-off location = Corner of Aldrich & 16th Avenue (staff supervised).
- Use crosswalks, follow staff directions, and pull forward to keep traffic moving. Please do not drive or park on the wrong side of the street.
- Safety first.
🏫 Tardy Escort Expectation
If arriving late, an adult must escort the student to the Main Office for check-in. Thank you for helping us keep every child safe and accounted for.
⏰ Pick-Up Time = No Later Than 2:15 PM
Please plan for on‑time pick‑up. If someone else is picking up, ensure they are on your authorized list. Update emergency contacts as needed. Student Pick-Up is 2:05-2:15 PM.
Please reserve your time slot(s) for Fall Family Conferences, which will be held on Tuesday, October 14th from 2:30-7:00 PM and Wednesday, October 15th from 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM. There is no school for students on Wednesday, October 15th thru Friday, October 17th.
Please let us know what time slot(s) you would prefer to discuss your child's progress along with your hopes and goals for the year ahead. We look forward to meeting with you and discussing your child's strengths and areas of growth.
Please note:
If you have more than one child attending Hall, you will need to complete this sign-up form for each child. If you have any questions or would like help in signing up for conference times, please contact Sarah Wicklund, Family & Community Liaison, at (612) 842-8815.
Hall Stars. Shine Bright!
Reserve su horario para las conferencias familiares de otoño, que se llevarán a cabo el martes 14 de octubre de 2:30 a 7:00 p. m. y el miércoles 15 de octubre de 7:00 a. m. a 3:00 p. m. No habrá clases para los estudiantes del miércoles 15 de octubre al viernes 17 de octubre.
Háganos saber en qué horario preferiría hablar sobre el progreso de su hijo junto con sus esperanzas y metas para el próximo año. Esperamos reunirnos con usted y discutir las fortalezas y áreas de crecimiento de su hijo.
Tenga en cuenta:
Si tiene más de un niño que asiste a Hall, deberá completar este formulario de inscripción para cada niño. Si tiene alguna pregunta o desea ayuda para inscribirse en los horarios de la conferencia, comuníquese con Sarah Wicklund, Enlace Familiar y Comunitario, al (612) 842-8815.
Salón de estrellas. ¡Brilla intensamente!
🌟 Hall Stars: Lead the Way! 🌟
Student Leadership Teams | Grades 3–5
Apply by Wednesday, September 17th.
Turn your application in to the main office.
How to Apply (3 Easy Steps)
Get the application from your teacher or from the main office.
Answer the questions using your best writing, spelling, and grammar.
Circle & rank your top teams (1 = your #1 choice).
Pick Your Team(s) ⭐
You may apply to more than one! Check the grade levels.
Teams meet during the school day, mostly at recess or lunch (varies by team).
🌱 GREEN TEAM | Advisors: Ms. Hanson & Ms. Stevens
Grades: 3-5
Be part of the solution! Lead recycling, wellness, and care for our school grounds and hydroponic gardens.
📖 LIBRARY CLUB | Advisor: Ms. Parker
Grades: 4–5
Keep our Media Center magical! Learn systems, make themed displays, shelve books, and tidy up.
📚 READING RANGERS | Advisors: Ms. Stevens & Ms. Dani
Grades: 4–5
Love books and helping others? Support Kindergarteners with reading and writing.
💫 SPIRIT TEAM | Advisors: Mr. D, Ms. Hannah & Ms. Dani
Grades: 3–5
Plan spirit days, recognize classmates and staff who shine, and lead school-wide service projects.
🛒 STARGET SCHOOL STORE | Advisors: Ms. Wicklund & Ms. Becker
Grades: 4–5
Got a business brain? Help run our pop-up school store during special days and community events.
🤝 STAR AMBASSADORS | Advisor: Ms. Duncan & Ms. Hannah
Grades: 4–5
Be a helper and a host! Welcome new students, give tours, and support community service projects.
🎥 STAR NEWS CREW | Advisors: Ms. Stevens, Mr. D, Ms. Parker & Principal Lindsey
Grades: 3–5
Report the good news! Create stories and anchor segments about exciting things at Hall STEM Academy.
🔭SUPER SCIENTISTS | Advisors: Ms. Duncan, Ms. Haley & Ms. Stevens
Grades: 3–5
This group of student leaders will be helping with searching answers from our community learning wall "Science Brains at Work", hosting learning in the observatory, and help plan STEM-focused projects.
☮️ WAYFINDERS | Advisors: Ms. Duncan, Ms. Haley & Ms. Stevens
Grades: 3–5
Lead with heart and skills! Wayfinders are peer SEL coaches who model kindness, teach friendship & teamwork strategies, help classmates use calming and focusing tools, and support problem-solving & inclusion during class transitions, lunch, and recess.
By the end of 6th grade...60 days vs. 12 vs. 3.
Where will your child be?
How To Get the 411
Website: https://hall.mpschools.org/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MPS.HallSTEMAcademy
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hallstemacademy/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hallstarnation
Twitter: @HallStars_MPS
Hall STEM Academy
Hall Stars. Shine Bright!
1601 Aldrich Avenue North
Minneapolis, MN, 55411
(612) 668-2650
Sherrill Lindsey, Principal
Sarah Wicklund, Family & Community Liaison
Haley Palmore, Social Worker
Megan Duncan, Counselor
Lisa Cavanna, Secretary
Daisy Lezama, Office Specialist & Transportation Coordinator
Ekta Aggarwal, Licensed School Nurse
Kacia Subject, Health Services Assistant & Attendance Clerk
Cheryl Stevens, STEM Coordinator