Saint Paul Public Schools

Saint Paul Public Schools’ Special Education Department is looking for licensed K-12 special education educators and related services staff. Check out some of our available positions: - Occupational Therapist (Job ID: 1019185) - School Psychologist (Job ID: 1019034) - School Social Worker (Job ID: 1019037) - Speech Language Practitioner (Job ID: 1019029) - Early Childhood Licensed Educators (Job ID: 1018957) - Elementary Licensed Educators (Job ID: 1018955) - Secondary Licensed Educators (Job ID: 1018956) Please share these opportunities with anyone who might be interested. Learn more at spps.org/careers.

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Congratulations to Txuj Ci HMong Language and Culture Lower Campus Principal May Lee Xiong for being selected for the presitigous 2024 Bush Foundation fellowship. Bush Fellows are leaders who are already doing amazing things in their communities — and they have big ideas for what more is possible. Xiong is reimagining education to support Black, Indigenous and people of color to thrive in schools that celebrate their diverse identities. She grew up feeling disconnected from her own Hmong culture. After hearing the stories of her resilient immigrant parents, she began to truly embrace her heritage. With her Bush Fellowship, she will seek ways to deepen her understanding of language revitalization and build her skills to advocate for transformative changes in public education. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gjV7RABc

Today is Joe Gothard, Ed.D.'s last day as Superintendent of Saint Paul Public Schools. Read his message to the community and watch a highlight video of his seven years in the district: https://lnkd.in/gzvgUxsA Farewell, Dr. Gothard! We wish you all the best on your journey back home to lead the Madison Metropolitan School District. Thank you for your unmatched dedication and tireless service to the SPPS community.

Congratulations to Dr. Fatima Lawson, principal of Highwood Hills Elementary School, for being named the Minnesota 2024 National Association of Elementary School Principals (NAESP) National Distinguished Principal! Dr. Lawson has been honored for her outstanding leadership, innovative initiatives, and unwavering commitment to educational excellence. Her transformative accomplishments, including the implementation of the school's polytechnic program, the result of listening to the wishes and dreams of families, cultural groups and other members of the school community. Through her advocacy for diversity, equity, and inclusion, Dr. Lawson has demonstrated a profound commitment to ensuring every student has access to a high-quality education. Her exemplary leadership not only within her school but also within the Minnesota Elementary School Principals Association (MESPA) for over 23 years, embodies the spirit of leadership and service. Dr. Lawson's recognition as the 2024 National Distinguished Principal of Minnesota underscores her exceptional leadership qualities and notable contributions to the field of education. Please join us in congratulating Dr. Lawson on this well-deserved achievement!

Saint Paul Public Schools is currently seeking candidates for a Labor Relations Manager opportunity. For more information and to apply, please visit https://lnkd.in/eJTT2_Kt and use the job number listed below. Applications will be accepted until 11:59pm on Wednesday, May 8, 2024. Labor Relations Manager - 1019320 We look forward to reviewing your application soon!

The Saint Paul Public Schools Board of Education has been working closely with Superintendent Joe Gothard as he transitions out of SPPS to become superintendent of the Madison Metropolitan School District. At tonight's Committee of the Board meeting, the Board approved Dr. Gothard’s last day with SPPS as May 17. Thank you, Dr. Gothard, for your tireless service and dedication over the last seven years. The Board also approved a contract with Dr. John Thein to serve as Interim Superintendent. Dr. Thein has over 50 years of experience in education, including serving as Interim Superintendent for Saint Paul Public Schools in 2016-17. He will join SPPS on May 20 and serve until a permanent superintendent is hired. Find more information at https://lnkd.in/gzjCcWT6.

Thank you Angela Davis for including Washington Technology Magnet teacher Kong Vang on this panel of educators and students talking about the importance of ethnic studies becoming a statewide requirement in Minnesota.

Today at the Coalition to Advance Future Student Success ESSER Summit, the "Investment to Impact" session featured Adam Kunz, Assistant Superintendent for Saint Paul Public Schools, and Andrew Strope, Deputy Superintendent for Indianapolis Public Schools, moderated by Beth Hawkins, Senior Writer and National Correspondent for The 74 Media. They discussed how their districts utilize ESSER funding to meet student needs. “We realized we had to make the most out of this incredible opportunity,” said Strope. In St. Paul they conducted multiple town halls to inform the community how ESSER funds were being utilized and said that “transparency” was important.  Council Executive Director Raymond Hart and Roberto Rodriguez, Assistant Secretary at the U.S. Department of Education, dsicussed how ESSER investments are still making a difference in education. “High dosage and high-quality tutoring is really paying off,” said Rodriguez. “We have to identify what works and continue to sustain it. There is an opportunity to think about innovation. We have the answers and we know what our kinds need to thrive. We have to carry that vision and determination forward.” 

Nex Benedict is one of too many LGBTQIA+ students who should be alive today. A recent report reveals that school hate crimes against LGBTQIA+ students have doubled in recent years, rising even sharper in states with laws restricting LGBTQIA+ students' rights. At Saint Paul Public Schools, we work hard to create a safe and welcoming school environment that fosters positive self-esteem, acceptance and affirmation, respect for others, and academic success for all, especially our gender expansive students, families and staff members. We do this through our SPPS Gender Inclusion Policy, counselors and other staff who support students daily, school-based Gender and Sexuality Alliances, the Gender and Sexual Diversity Parent Advisory Council, and the work of the SPPS Out for Equity program. Please visit the Out for Equity website for upcoming events, celebrations, resources and ways to get involved at spps.org/outforequity. Individuals who would like to request support from the Office of Equity are welcome to do so here: https://bit.ly/3TEI0NL.