380 N. Victoria St. | maxfield.spps.org | 651-293-8680
Our school’s 124 years of tradition grow stronger with each passing year through the involvement of families and the community. At Maxfield our teachers tap into each student’s curiosity, enthusiasm and imagination to engage them fully in learning. Our students experience a full range of learning activities, from gaining skills in reading and writing to performing with African drums. Everyone is welcome at Maxfield and we’re proud of the parents who visit their child’s classroom, families who attend our school events, and our volunteers and community partners who help students during the school day. Maxfield is, above all, a community that works together to help our children succeed. Uniforms Required.
Pathway: Maxfield > Ramsey (F1) or Highland Middle (F2) > Central (F1) or Highland Senior (F2)
Area Served Start Time End Time
iPads Discovery Club Extended Day for Learning
Language Academy
F 8:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. • • •
Mississippi Creative Arts (PreK-5)
1575 L’Orient St. | mississippi.spps.org | 651-293-8840
Our school is one of the first and finest creative arts schools in Saint Paul. Every student experiences the arts through music, dance, drama, reading and even science and math. Our teachers love what they do and many are practicing artists themselves. Working with our community partners, students can participate in city-wide performances and experience the arts through the Ordway Center, Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra and Ethnic Dance. Our young artists create art in the classroom and have many opportunities to display it for our lively community. After-school and recreation opportunities are available at school and just a short walk away at McDonough Recreation Center. We welcome everyone at Mississippi and we are proud of our strong family and community involvement.
Pathway: Mississippi > Creative Arts > Creative Arts
Area Served Start Time
End Time iPads Discovery Club Extended Day for Learning Language Academy
A, B, C 9:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. • • •
Nokomis Montessori Elementary - Mirror Campus (PreK-5)
North: 985 Ruth St; 651-744-7440 | South: 525 White Bear Ave. N; 651-744-5500 | nokomis.spps.org
Our school is based on the Montessori method: students learn at their own pace in multi-grade classrooms, independently cultivating their interests and natural abilities. Teachers help students choose their work in carefully prepared, peaceful environments; students use beautifully designed hands-on materials to practice and understand skills and concepts. Teachers are Montessori certified and use the Montessori philosophy to guide instruction. Nokomis has an active PTO that provides many opportunities for families to be involved each year, with community-building activities such as the Harvest Festival, Hmong New Year, Family Craft Night, Fun Fair and the Spring Luau Dance. Nokomis serves the East Side of Saint Paul with two campuses. Both campuses serve grades PreK-5.
Pathway: Nokomis > Parkway > Your Community High School | * Serves Area C (EAST of 35E)
Area Served Start Time
End Time iPads Discovery Club Extended Day for Learning Language Academy
North - Area A, C*
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ELEMENTARY SCHOOL DESCRIPTIONS
Obama Elementary (PreK-5)
707 Holly Ave. | obama.spps.org | 651-293-8625
Our school is a family-friendly place that works closely with parents to ensure the success of all students. At Obama, our young scholars embrace rich traditions of greatness. Through learning core subjects along with fun and engaging activities, students proudly prepare to become leaders in our community. Engaging classes in science, physical education and Cultural Explorations through Technology enrich every grade level. Come visit one of the most beautiful elementary school media centers in the district. Community partnerships, volunteers who provide mentorship and role modeling, and a focus on family engagement make Obama a supportive and lively school. Uniforms Required.
Pathway: Obama > Your Community Middle School > Your Community High School
Area Served Start Time End Time
iPads Discovery Club Extended Day for Learning
Language Academy
A-F 8:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. • • •
Phalen Lake Hmong Studies (PreK-5)
1089 Cypress St. | phalenlake.spps.org | 651-293-8935
Zoo Siab Tos Txais! Our school offers all students the opportunity to develop skills to actively contribute to today’s multicultural society. Our students explore the culture, language, history, folklore, art, literature and traditions of many cultures with a special focus on the Hmong people. Phalen Lake students and staff incorporate personalized learning through technology into daily lessons, projects and curriculum. Phalen Lake believes students must use, learn and interact with technology to positively contribute to our growing digital world and become global citizens.
Pathway: Phalen Lake > Your Community Middle School > Your Community High School
Area Served Start Time
End Time iPads Discovery Club Extended Day for Learning Language Academy
A, B, C* 8:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. • • • •
Phalen Lake Hmong Studies - Hmong/English Two-Way Immersion (Dual Language) (K-5)
1089 Cypress St. | phalenlake.spps.org | 651-293-8935
Phalen Lake’s Hmong/English Two-Way Immersion Program gives students the advantage of learning two languages. All students are taught core subjects in both English and Hmong. Our students build skills and knowledge to understand, speak, read and write in another language, and they gain respect for other cultures. In an increasingly global society, our school prepares students for a world in which we’re all connected.
Pathway: Phalen Lake > Battle Creek Middle > Harding Senior | * Serves Area C (EAST of 35E)
Area Served Start Time
End Time iPads Discovery Club Extended Day for Learning Language Academy
A, B, C* 8:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. • • • •
Randolph Heights Elementary (K-5)
348 S. Hamline Ave. | randolph.spps.org | 651-293-8780
Our neighborhood school has strong ties to the community, made even stronger by our dedicated parents and families. Scores of volunteers help with programs like our Book Club for students in grades K-2. Our active families build community pride, support field trips and help with other learning activities. As an accredited Core Knowledge school, our students develop impressive skills in social studies, science, literature, mathematics and the arts. They also have regular classes in visual arts, technology, music and physical education. We are especially proud of our library, which annually circulates more than 40,000 books from an updated collection.
Pathway: Randolph Heights > Ramsey (F1) or Highland Mid (F2) > Central (F1) or Highland Senior (F2)
Area Served Start Time
End Time iPads Discovery Club Extended Day for Learning Language Academy
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ELEMENTARY SCHOOL DESCRIPTIONS
Riverview West Side School of Excellence - Community School (PreK-5)
160 Isabel St. E. | riverview.spps.org | 651-293-8665
The new Riverview building is a bright gem for the West Side of St. Paul. Throughout the school year our students learn about and celebrate all cultures, especially with music – multi-grade performances feature band and dancing. Our many community partners join us in helping students succeed all year long; our teachers provide cutting-edge classroom experiences through technology and many other tools. After-school activities include academic support, music, dance, and robotics and technology for upper grades. Riverview is truly a growing part of the West Side community. Uniforms Required.
Pathway: Riverview > Humboldt > Humboldt
Area Served Start Time
End Time iPads Discovery Club Extended Day for Learning Language Academy
D 8:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. • •
Riverview West Side School of Excellence - English/Spanish Two-Way Immersion (PreK-5)
160 Isabel St. E. | riverview.spps.org | 651-293-8665
At the center of Hispanic culture in St. Paul is Riverview Elementary - and it’s truly the center of the West Side community. Our newly renovated location offers large windows bringing in the natural light with full upgrades to state-of-the-art technology. Our two-way Spanish-English immersion program prepares both native English and native Spanish speakers to be proficient in both languages. By the end of grade 5, our goal is for students to read, write, listen and speak in English and Spanish, preparing them for a bright future. Throughout the school year our students learn about and celebrate Latin American culture, especially with music − multi-grade performances feature band and dancing. Many community partners join us in helping students succeed all year long. Uniforms Required.
Pathway: Riverview > Highland Park Middle > Highland Park Senior
Area Served Start Time
End Time iPads Discovery Club Extended Day for Learning Language Academy
B, D, F 8:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. • • •
Saint Paul Music Academy (PreK-5)
27 E. Geranium Ave. | spmusicacademy.spps.org | 651-293-8795
Music is the common language at our school: all students receive violin instruction in Pre-K, kindergarten, first and second grade, along with vocal music and keyboard. Students in grades 3-5 may choose from musical instruments in our orchestra, plus African drumming. After-school choices include choir and guitar. Students perform throughout the year, including large winter and spring concerts that celebrate the many cultures of our school. In addition to music, classes in science, technology, physical education, and gifted/talented give students variety beyond core academics. Students have hundreds of new books to choose from in the school’s recently renovated library – and they enjoy playing on our new playground. As an Achievement Plus school, we also offer housing and employment assistance, dental care, and other services to students and their families.
Pathway: SPMA > Creative Arts > Creative Arts
Area Served Start Time
End Time iPads Discovery Club Extended Day for Learning Language Academy
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ELEMENTARY SCHOOL DESCRIPTIONS
St. Anthony Park Elementary (K-5)
2180 Knapp St. | stanthony.spps.org | 651-293-8735
Our vintage brick building on Langford Park is filled with students, staff and family members who love our school. We are a unique, calm, and nurturing place for the whole community. Our creative, active environment allows your child to find role models and life-long friends. Children feel safe to experiment and learn; to make mistakes and grow from them; and develop the motivation they can take into middle school. Specialists in science, technology, social studies, physical education, art and music inspire students beyond core classes. Supportive families and the community help provide additional experiences through field trips, artist residencies, concerts, and many other activities. The annual science fair and Family Science Nights are favorites of our students. Hundreds of volunteers help throughout the year, including with special events such as Fall Festival, Art Adventure, running club, track and field days and a spring talent show.
Pathway: St. Anthony Park > Murray > Como Park Senior
Area Served Start Time End Time
iPads Discovery Club Extended Day for Learning
Language Academy
E 8:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. • • •
Wellstone Elementary - English/Spanish Two-Way Immersion (PreK-5)
1041 Marion St. | wellstone.spps.org | 651-290-8354
At Wellstone students learn to read, write, speak and listen in both Spanish and English. Our historic sunlit building, named for the late Senator Paul Wellstone and his wife Sheila, offers students and families three computer labs and a beautiful, welcoming library with reading materials in both English and Spanish. Our goal is to educate students to be proficient in the Spanish and English languages and to develop a global perspective and understanding of other cultures. Our building includes two gymnasiums and an auditorium where the school community can enjoy student performances. Classes in music, art, dance, and physical education round out the school day. Through the Imagine Learning program, experts provide support for classroom teachers to enhance the educational experience of students beginning to learn the English language.
Pathway: Wellstone > Highland Park Middle > Highland Park Senior
Area Served Start Time
End Time iPads Discovery Club Extended Day for Learning Language Academy
A, C, E 9:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. 2015-16 • •
Wellstone Elementary - BioSMART (PreK-5)
1041 Marion St. | wellstone.spps.org | 651-290-8354
Our students experience the BioSMART curriculum – the premier biosciences program in the district – that integrates technology in every subject area. Several leading companies partner with Wellstone to prepare students for high school, college and career in the areas of Bio Medical and Health Sciences, Bio Business and Marketing, and Bio Engineering and Technology. A well-equipped science lab and a welcoming, colorful library inspire students to find joy in learning and to think critically. Our students love “Science Fridays” − a full day of science projects that build understanding of science concepts.
Pathway: Wellstone > Washington > Washington
Area Served Start Time End Time
iPads Discovery Club Extended Day for Learning
Language Academy
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