Hidden River Newsletter

SAVE THE DATES - This Week:

Mon., May 26th - NO SCHOOL (Memorial Day)

Tues., May 27th - Spring Concert from 6:30-8:30pm at Central High School

Next Week (6/2-6/6)

KLEENEX!: We could still use more boxes to get us through the rest of the year. Thanks to everyone who has donated this far!

End of the Year School Field Trips! ALL field trips are on Tuesday, June 10th:

• 6th Grade: We are going to PINZ (for bowling and a choice between an hour of unlimited arcade and laser tag). Reach out to your 6th grader's foundations teacher with any questions. Form and money ($20, cash only) is due Friday, May 23rd! FORMS HERE!
• 7th Grade: We are going to Skateville for a fun day of skating with lunch included. Reach out to your 7th grader's foundations teacher with any questions. Form and money ($20, cash only). FORM 1 & FORM 2 HERE!!
• 8th Grade: 8th Grade Field Trip: 8th Graders will be going to ValleyFair for the last day of school 6/10. Field trip information FORMS HERE!!. If you have any questions reach out to Katie Bannon at kathryn.bannon@spps.org Online payment: https://spps.cr3.rschooltoday.com/public/getclass/category_id/623/program_id/170

The HMONG Project Community Event

Join us for an important opportunity to shape the future of Hmong student success in our district.

What is The HMONG Project?
A district-wide needs assessment endorsed by the school board to better understand the supports and challenges facing Hmong students. We're partnering with the Research, Evaluation, and Assessment (REA) team to conduct a survey and gather your input.

🎯 Who We're Looking For:

• Hmong students

• Hmong parents

• Hmong employees

🗓 One-Time Commitment:
LEAP High School
740 York Ave, St Paul, MN, 55106

📅 Wednesday, June 4th
🕔 5:00 – 7:00 PM

🍽️ Dinner will be provided!

Help us build a stronger, more supportive school community — your voice matters! There is no need to RSVP but if you'd like more information please call or email Joua Yang, SPPS Parent, at yang1205@alumni.umn.edu or 612-666-8353.

Seventh-grade French immersion students participated in Le Grand Concours/National French Contest at Level 1, Division C (completely native). On May 5, 2025, twelve of these students were honored by the American Association of Teachers of French (AATF) during an awards breakfast held at the Eagan Community Center. If you would like to know your student’s performance and national ranking, please contact rachel.payia-yang@stpaul.k12.mn.us.

Hello, my name is Austin Stanley, I am a student at Metro State working toward my bachelor and license in math teaching. I volunteer here at Hidden River because there's nothing better than seeing that moment when something really clicks for one of my students, and volunteering gives me the opportunity for that one-on-one help that students need to get there.

A huge thank you Mr. Stanley for volunteering in Ms. Haukom's class this school year! If you are interesting in volunteering next year at Hidden River please use the link HERE!

Keep Connected Family Engagement Partnership with Search Institute and Change Inc.:

As you might be aware, Hidden River has partnered with Search Institute and Change Inc. to offer the Keep Connected program to students and their families this year. Keep Connected offers resources to families, including tips, ideas, activities and learning opportunities to support strong family relationships.

Family Talk Starters - This Week’s Focus: Hold each other accountable when you commit to something. This is a great way to CHALLENGE GROWTH in your family relationships.

When you have a few minutes, ask other family members a question or two. Enjoy the conversation!

• What are ways people avoid taking responsibility for their actions? How do you feel when people do that?
• When was a time someone took responsibility for their actions that really stood out for you? What was important about what they did?

Please help us improve Family Talk Sparks by completing this short survey by June 10th. For your time you will be entered to win one of two $25 Amazon gift cards!