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Monday, November 9, 2026

Save the Date: SPPS School Choice Fair on Dec. 12

Join us for the PreK-12 School Choice Fair on Saturday, December 12, from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Saint Paul RiverCentre. The School Choice Fair is a great opportunity for families applying to schools for the 2027-28 school year to meet the staff and learn more about our schools, programs and services. For more details, visit spps.org/apply.

Complete Your Application for Educational Benefits

Over 8,000 students still need to complete this year’s Application for Educational Benefits. While all in-person students receive free breakfast and lunch, applications must be completed every school year to provide critical school funding, family benefits and student opportunities. Complete the online application at schoolcafe.com/spps.

Donations Accepted for Project REACH Toy Drive

Project REACH is seeking new toys and gifts for children ages birth through 18. The gifts will go to families experiencing homelessness in SPPS. Unwrapped gifts can be dropped off at 1021 Marion Street or ordered from Project REACH’s online wish lists. Items will be accepted now through December 14.

Check Student Grades in Campus Parent

Parents and guardians can view student grades in Infinite Campus Parent. Elementary grades for the fall term are now available, and secondary families can view grades as teachers post them throughout the quarter. Watch a quick video about how to check grades for students in K-5 and 6-12. Find more help with Campus Parent at spps.org/families.

SPPS Runners Qualify for State Cross Country Meet

Congratulations to the SPPS student athletes who advanced to the state cross country meet! Both the girls and boys teams from Highland Park qualified for the state meet. Como Park’s boys team and individual girls from Central, Como and Humboldt are also competing. Let’s go SPPS!

November Is National American Indian Heritage Month

In celebration of National American Indian Heritage Month, all are welcome to attend a powwow on November 13 at American Indian Magnet School. Students are encouraged to participate in Rock Your Mocs Week with themed spirit days the week of November 9. Learn more about Native American history and traditions at nativeamericanheritagemonth.gov.

Standardized Testing Results Available Soon

Each fall, the Minnesota Department of Education releases standardized testing results for assessments completed last school year. MCA/MTAS/Alternate MCA and WIDA ACCESS/WIDA Alternate ACCESS Individual Student Reports (ISRs) will be available in Infinite Campus Parent in early November. Physical copies can be requested at your student’s school. Visit the SPPS Assessments webpage for information on statewide testing. Help with Campus Parent is available at spps.org/families.

Calendar Reminders

November 13: No school for PreK-12 (elementary conferences/secondary professional development)
November 26-27: No school for PreK-12 (Thanksgiving Break)

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