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Panther Families,
Congratulations to the Spring Lake Park / Centennial Girls’ hockey team on winning the section title Friday evening! This exciting victory sends them to the Class AA Girls Hockey Quarterfinals, where they’ll play again on Thursday evening. Be sure to check today’s newsletter for game details and ways to support the team.
With the girls’ hockey team heading to the quarterfinals, we are making a few adjustments to our conference plan for tomorrow, Thursday, February 19. We want to make sure anyone who would like to has an opportunity to attend the game. We will continue to have in-person conferences from 4-5:30 p.m. on Thursday, February 19. We will add times next Thursday, February 26. For families who have scheduled time tomorrow evening, 7-8 p.m., please be in communication with the teacher(s) to see if they still plan to have conferences. See full details below.
Last week, I had the pleasure of listening to senior Mubarek Wayu share an experience he had through our local Rotary Club. Mubarek was sponsored to attend Camp Enterprise in Washington D.C., an immersive three-day experience where students engage with business leaders, develop entrepreneurial ideas, and pitch them in a Shark Tank–style presentation. It was a great morning.
What stood out most in Mubarek’s conversation with the local club was the closing conversation, when Rotary members asked Mubarek about his future aspirations. With confidence and conviction, he shared, “I want to work in international business.” When we talk about inspiring students, Mubarek exemplified that inspiration in a powerful and authentic way.
Looking ahead, I hope you’re planning to participate in Panthers for a Purpose: Week of Giving, which kicks off next Monday. It promises to be a week full of pride, generosity, and fun, so get ready for the dress-up days and be sure to check out all the ways to get involved!
Proud to be a Panther,
Megan Jahnke
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Girls Hockey to play state quarterfinals Thursday evening
Our Spring Lake Park/Centennial girls hockey team won the Section 5AA Girls Hockey Championship and are headed to the Class AA Girls Hockey Quarterfinals!
Details:
- When: Thursday, February 19, 6 p.m.
- Where: Grand Casino Arena in downtown St. Paul (Map/Directions)
- Tickets: Anyone planning to attend the game needs to purchase tickets online: $13.00 (student), $20.00 (adult) – select "Class AA | QF | Evening | Thurs., Feb. 19”
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Schedule updates for conferences: Please note impacts to February 19
With the girls’ hockey team heading to the quarterfinals, we are making a few adjustments to our conference plan for Thursday evening. We want to make sure anyone who would like to has an opportunity to attend the game. Here are the updates:
- We will continue to have in-person conferences from 4-5:30 p.m. on Thursday, February 19. This allows time for those who want to attend to get to the game by 6 p.m.
- Some teachers and families scheduled to meet this Thursday, February 19 from 7-8 p.m. and may continue to meet if they aren’t attending the game. Teachers will reach out to families scheduled for this time to let them know if they will continue to be available for conferences. Families should feel welcome to also check in with teachers about their plans.
- We will have virtual conferences on Thursday, February 26, 6-8 p.m. Sign up for a time using this form.
Thank you for your understanding and support as we create opportunities to support our winning team!
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- Tuesday, February 24 - Boy's golf parent/athlete informational meeting 6 p.m. in the HS science atrium
- Thursday, February 26 - Conferences, virtual appointment via WebEx, 6-8 p.m. | Schedule here
- Saturday, February 28 - Panthers for a Purpose party, Bunker Hill Event Center in Coon Rapids, doors open at 5 p.m. | Buy tickets
- Thursday, February 26 - Career and College Fair in the Aux Gym from 11 a.m. -1 p.m.
- February 26-28 - Westwood Musical – “The Sound of Music” | Buy tickets
- Thursday, March 5 - End of Tri II
- March 6-16 - No school, spring break
- Thursday, March 19 - Live on 65: Joyann Parker | Buy Tickets
- Friday, March 20 - No school
- Friday, April 3 - No school
- Tuesday, April 14 - ACT Plus Writing Exam for juniors, SLPHS, during the school day
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Speech Team Shines at Recent Tournament
- Ashton Jann and Millie Perius earned 5th place overall in Duo Interpretation. They’ve been putting in tremendous effort all season in an especially competitive category, and their growth since the start has been remarkable.
- Reese Badzinski placed 6th as a merit finalist in Humorous Interpretation—an impressive achievement in a challenging category, especially for her first time performing this piece.
- Donna Rehder took 1st place as a merit finalist in Extemporaneous Reading, marking her second award of the season.
The entire team continues to work hard and make steady, exciting progress!
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Good luck to the Swimmers/Divers competing at sections this week!
Our athletes will be competing Thursday through Saturday—be sure to cheer them on as they represent our school with pride.
Swimmers:
- Gabriel Bacig (12)
- Issac Wicks (12)
- Everett Perry (11)
- Vinny Thunborg (11)
- Bryce Tokle (11)
- Patrick Ketz (10)
- Tyler Long (10)
- Odin Rippe (10)
- Andrew Walcott (9)
Divers:
- Carter Nickelson (9)
- Joey Davison (8)
Congratulations to all of our qualifiers, and best of luck this weekend!
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High School Registration: What's next
Registration for the 2026-2027 school year closed last Friday for our current 8-11 grade students. While this initial registration window is closed, we still have a few checkpoints before next year:
- Week of March 30: A confirmation of course choices for 2026-2027 is sent to homes. Students and families can check the choices and make adjustments as needed.
- August: Students receive their final schedules. This usually happens the week before school begins. Schedules are posted in Campus and available at a Back to School event at the high school.
If your family has any questions, please reach out to your student's counselor.
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MN Goes to College webinars
If you’re looking for more information on the college and financial aid process, these webinars are for you. Register to watch live or to view the recording at a later date. Check out the offerings and register today.
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Quiet Heroes of a Cold Week
When wind chills plunged near 30 below zero in late January, Spring Lake Park Schools’ custodial teams were already at work behind the scenes. From monitoring boilers and switching heating systems to checking for frozen pipes and clearing icy sidewalks before sunrise, these dedicated professionals ensured our buildings were warm, safe and ready when students returned.
Meet Head Custodians Guy Quick and Joy Nelson and learn how their teams’ expertise, teamwork and care for students keep our schools running - even in extreme conditions.
Read the full story to see how our custodians make it all happen.
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Do-Re-Mi… Come See!
The hills are alive! Our talented Westwood students are giving you a sneak peek of this year’s musical with a joyful promo video featuring “Do-Re-Mi” from The Sound of Music.
Based on the memoir of Maria Augusta Trapp, this beloved story follows an energetic young governess who brings music, laughter and heart to the home of the strict Captain von Trapp and his seven children. But as the shadow of Nazism falls over Austria, the family must make a courageous decision that will change their lives forever.
Performance Dates:
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Thursday, February 26 – 7 p.m.
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Friday, February 27 – 7 p.m.
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Saturday, February 28 – 1 p.m.
Gather your family, invite your friends and come cheer on our amazing performers! Get your tickets today.
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Panthers for a Purpose Week of Giving is Almost Here!
Panthers for a Purpose Week is more than fundraising - it's a meaningful opportunity to support our students and families, celebrate the strength of our Panther community, and come together as people who truly care for one another. Get ready for an incredible week filled with connection, generosity, and pride. There are so many ways to get involved and show your Panther Pride!
- Panthers for a Purpose Panther Store Sale: Shop for Panther gear during the Panthers for a Purpose Panther Store Sale, February 15-28, and get 20% off using code P4PSpiritWeek25.26
- Dine to Donate: Thanks to many generous local restaurants, we kick off dine-to-donate opportunities this Friday. Enjoy dining out, and the restaurants will donate to the Panther Foundation. Stay tuned.
- Silent Auction: Opens Wednesday, February 25, with 350+ items up for grabs! Preview items later this week - sign up so that you are ready to go!
- Spirit Days - Show your Panther Pride, February 23-27: Take a photo and send to PantherF...@district16.org to be entered into a Panther Store Gift Card drawing.
- Monday - White out
- Tuesday - Grey out
- Wednesday - Red out
- Thursday - Blue out
- Friday - Panther Spirit Day
- Panthers for a Purpose Party: Limited tickets are available for the Saturday, February 28 party. Register now to grab the last few tickets available.
Let's come together to make a difference.
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