SLP Private Schools Cancel Monday Classes for Cold Weather

Monday’s high is expected to be just -17 degrees Fahrenheit.

Gov. Dayton Orders Public Schools Closed Monday Due to Cold

Monday’s high is expected to be just -17 degrees Fahrenheit.

Lilydale Landslide, New Superintendent: Top 2013 SLP School Stories by Month

Here are the most read school stories from St. Louis Park Patch for every month in 2013.

Teens Charged With Bringing BB Guns to St. Louis Park High School

The teens, age 15 and 17, intended to trade the guns for electronics.

More Immunizations Required for Children Next Year

Parents who do not wish to abide by the new rules can file a legal exemption.

Today's College Grads Won't Be Able to Retire Until They're 73

Student loan debt likely will force today's college grads to work longer.

Meet School Board Candidate Christine Johnson, Who Works With the Mentally Ill

Three seats are contested in the Nov. 5 St. Louis Park School Board election. Learn about the candidates and make an informed vote.

Meet School Board Candidate Karen Waters, a Classroom Volunteer

Three seats are contested in the Nov. 5 St. Louis Park School Board election. Learn about the candidates and make an informed vote.

Meet School Board Candidate Jim Beneke, an Engineer Supporting the Arts

Three seats are contested in the Nov. 5 St. Louis Park School Board election. Learn about the candidates and make an informed vote.

Meet SLP School Board Member Jim Yarosh, an Attorney Running for His Fourth Term

Three seats are contested in the Nov. 5 St. Louis Park School Board election. Learn about the candidates and make an informed vote.

SLP School Board Candidates Talk Bullying, Park Spanish Immersion, IB in Forum

The League of Women Voters held a forum Tuesday evening for the five candidates running for the four-year terms on St. Louis Park's school board.

Nomination Period for 2014 Teacher of the Year Opens Oct. 1

The nomination period will remain open until Nov. 15, 2013.

Easy After-School Snack Ideas

Convincing kids to skip classic calorie-laden snacks is simple if you’ve got delicious, homemade alternatives on hand.

Which Minnesota Schools Will Get a Farm to School Grant?

Applications are being accepted by the Minnesota Department of Agriculture through Nov. 1 for schools to apply for the grant funding.

Great Back to School Breakfast Ideas for Kids

Help your little one get a good start to the day with these easy-to-make, healthy morning meals.

Help St. Louis Park Schools Earn Funds Through ‘Give With Target’ Campaign

Community members have until Sept. 21, 2013 to vote.

Can Smartphones Make Smart Students? Schools Think So

No more pencils, no more books. iPads, smartphones and other technology find their way into the classroom.

Your School News on St. Louis Park Patch

Spread the word about your school on St. Louis Park Patch.

Suave Washes Away the Competition (Sponsored)

Parents enlist the help of Suave for its ability to gently soothe and wash away the remnants of the game. Sponsored by Suave.

Benilde Teacher Fired for 'Inappropriate Communication' With Students

The teacher's external photography business may have been related to his firing.

St. Louis Park Native Named to UW-Eau Claire Blugold Hall of Fame

Former coach Marilyn Skrivseth will be honored.

Back to School Safety Tips for Motor Vehicle Safety

Parents should remind their children of safety tips before the school year begins again, according to the Hennepin County Sheriff's Office.

How Did Your Child's School Perform on State Tests?

St. Louis Park Public Schools saw reading declines likely due to new tests and changes to how students take tests. The district's math and science scores also dropped. See how your student's school did in Patch's interactive database.

Who's Running for School Board in St. Louis Park?

There are five candidates competing for three four-year seats. Board member Ken Morrison will run unopposed for the two-year seat.

Should Students Recite the Pledge of Allegiance?

In just a few short weeks, thousands of kids will head back to school and that begs the question, "Should kids be required to say the Pledge of Allegiance daily?"

SLP Family Heads Out on World Adventure to Study Environmental Issues

The Krafts are taking a year off, and with their kids in tow, they are heading out on an adventure that will span six continents, according to a release.

5 Laugh-Out-Loud Blogs to Start the School Year

You've bought the supplies (or not), you've got the new clothes (some of them), and like it or not, the first day of school is upon you. Here, some inspiration to get you ready for the year ahead.

Is Your Family Ready for School to Start?

What traditions do you have when it comes to preparing for the first day of school?

Shopping for Back-to-School Supplies? Save your receipts!

Minnesota has two tax programs that offset the cost of school supplies.

Is Your Family Ready for School to Start?

What traditions do you have when it comes to preparing for the first day of school?

School District Asking Voters to Pay for Building Repairs, More Classrooms, Tech Levy

The St. Louis Park school district is working on referendum questions to pose to voters in the fall.

Lilydale Landslide: 'I Couldn't Get Out'

Parents of two children who died ask why they weren't told of field trip risks, while a child who survived says his teacher—and his long hair—saved his life, according to MPR and KARE 11 reports.

UNITED WAY’S BACK TO SCHOOL CAMPAIGN

UNITED WAY’S BACK TO SCHOOL CAMPAIGN

SLP School Board Joins City Council in Opposing Freight Rail Relocation

The school board sent a letter to the Met Council last week supporting the light-rail co-location option.

New Principal Selected for SLP High School

Joann Karetov is current a principal in Columbia Heights.

Nearby News: Blake Teacher's Art Part of Minneapolis Exhibition

Upper School visual arts teacher Bill Colburn is part of Intermedia Arts’ 554CHANGE show.

Should Peter Hobart be Renamed to Honor the Lilydale Students?

St. Louis Park School Board Director Joe Tatalovich suggested a change of name at a board meeting this month.

St. Louis Park Rotary Gives 340 Spanish-English Dictionaries Third-Graders

The St. Louis Park Rotary has given more than 2,400 dictionaries to students in the past seven years.

LETTER: SLP School Board Member Has 'Never Been More Proud' of District

It has been a tough year for SLP Public Schools, but Joe Tatalovich sees a bright future for the district.