SLPS Dominate State Rankings – A Testament to Student Success

In the latest US News & Report state high school rankings, Saint Louis Public Schools have secured the top two positions and three spots within the state's top 20. Metro Academic and Classical High School has maintained its top-ranking position for the fourth consecutive year (top 100 in the country), closely followed by Collegiate School of Medicine and Bioscience at the impressive second place, with McKinley Classical Leadership Academy proudly occupying the 18th spot. These rankings underscore the District's commitment to excellence, spanning various educational criteria such as college readiness, proficiency in math and reading, performance of underserved students, curriculum breadth, and graduation rates.

This collective achievement is a testament to the unwavering dedication of both students and educators in Saint Louis Public Schools. Your steadfast commitment to excellence has brought great honor to our District, and we extend our heartfelt congratulations for this outstanding accomplishment.

(Left to right) Principal Hamiliton (Metro), Principal Steele (Collegiate), Principal Holloway (McKinley), and Dr. Derrick Mitchell (SLPS Network Superintendent)

Local and Federal Leaders Unite to Elevate Student Well-being at Compton-Drew Middle School

Last Wednesday, Compton-Drew Middle School had the honor of hosting Secretary Miguel Cardona, Secretary Xavier Becerra, Congresswoman Cori Bush, and Deputy Secretary Cindy Marten for a meaningful conversation on enhancing mental health support for our students. On this latest stop of Dr. Cardona's “Back-to-School Bus Tour 2023: Raise the Bar” these leaders met with Dr. Scarlett, Compton-Drew's principal, Susan Reid, and our dedicated counselors to help shape national education policy in Washington, D.C., ensuring our local community's voices remain central to the discussion. We're deeply grateful for the support of these esteemed officials in our ongoing commitment to our students' well-being and academic success.

(Left to right) Froebel counselor Dwight Cato, Congresswoman Cori Bush, US Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona, US Secretary of Health and Human Services Xavier Becerra, Deputy Secretary of Education Cindy Marten

High School Here I Come!

Calling all SLPS 8th graders, mark your calendars for the "High School Here I Come Pep Rally" at Harris Stowe State University on Friday, September 29th. It's going to be a lively event where you can get a sneak peek at all the amazing high schools within our district.

Parents, we've got you covered too! Join us for the "High School Here I Come Parent Night" on Tuesday, October 3rd, at the Allied Health building on the SLU campus from 5:30 pm - 8 pm. We'll provide you with a comprehensive overview of our high schools, so you can make the best choices for your child's education. To register for this informative event please visit https://www.slps.org/hereIcome

These events mark the beginning of an exciting journey, as we explore the incredible educational opportunities that Saint Louis Public Schools has to offer to all students in our city.

Elementary and Middle School Expo

Join us on Thursday, October 12th, from 5:30 to 8:00 pm at the Science Center (5050 Oakland Ave. St. Louis MO 63110) for an exciting opportunity to explore magnet elementary and middle schools at Saint Louis Public Schools!

Magnet schools offer unique curricular focuses, including visual and performing arts, STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math), and gifted education. By attending the Elementary and Middle School Expo, you'll gain valuable insights into SLPS school options, understand the magnet lottery process, engage with school administrators, and have your questions about SLPS Gifted Education answered. To RSVP for this event, please click here.

For further inquiries, please reach out to stephen.anderson@slps.org or call (314) 633-5200. We look forward to seeing you there!

SLPS Finish Line Dual Enrollment Program

The Finish Line Dual Enrollment program is a collaborative initiative between Saint Louis Public Schools (SLPS) and Harris-Stowe State University, aimed at providing unique dual enrollment opportunities to high school seniors who may not typically have access.

Supported by various community and District partners, our program strives to minimize barriers hindering academic success. It offers students a range of resources and benefits, including college-level instruction, textbooks, tutoring, mentoring, meals, and access to tailored campus resources, all at no cost. Our goal is to help students achieve the critical milestone of earning a college degree.

Join the SLPS Finish Line Team by clicking here today to kick-start your future, and contact Program Counselor Mrs. JuMah Fennoy at JuMah.Fennoy@SLPS.org for more information.

SLPS Parent Action Council Update

Please save the date for the first Parent Action Council meeting of the 23-24 school year on September 21. The topic will be SLPS, Communication, District Structure, and You. This meeting will be held virtually on Zoom.

Please email parentactioncouncil@gmail.com for the ZOOM link.

The PAC will also host a dining event at Gateway Middle (1200 N. Jefferson, St. Louis, MO 63106) on October 12 from 6:30 pm - 8 pm. Dinner will be provided by SLPS Food and Nutrition Service Department and Southwest Food Service Excellence. Althea Albert-Santiago will lead a conversation regarding school lunches and menus. To RSVP, click here.

To keep up with PAC meetings and activities, follow us on our Google page.

Update Your Family Contact Information

It is important that we have up-to-date contact information for each family. Parents/Caretakers can update their Family Profile online using the Parent Portal, by sending an email to pupilaccounting@slps.org, or in person at your student's school. Notify your school principal if you feel you are missing information, we may need you to “opt in.” We now have SMS text messaging to help communicate FAST!

New Opportunities Available

SLPS continues to hire individuals to support our students and staff. Currently, we are hiring in the following areas.

Teachers
Bus Drivers
Instructional Care Aides
Day To Day Substitute Teachers
Teacher Assistants

For the full listing of job opportunities click here.

Saint Louis Public School District offers a mission centered culture, highly competitive benefits for full-time employees, and a chance to serve your community by making a difference in the lives of children.

2023-2024 Academic Calendar