South St. Paul Public Schools

Throughout October, SSP Middle School students headed to Base Camp for experiences focused on teamwork & leadership! Students challenged themselves, built confidence, & strengthened connections. Thank you to the SSP Ed Foundation for sponsoring the trip!

Congratulations to the 6th grade students of the month for September! These students exemplify what it means to have Packer PRIDE: Principled, Respectful, Inclusive, Driven, and Engaged! Way to go! #SSPengage #PackerPride

If you missed Monday's School Board meeting, you can watch the full recording online at your convenience. Stay informed about the discussions and decisions that impact our students, staff, and community. Watch it here:

4th graders are exploring the science of sound! By rolling cars down ramps at different speeds and angles into aluminum pie tins, students are testing, observing and recording how changes affect sound volume. Hands-on science in action! #SSPengage #PackerPride

Congratulations to the Kaposia Be Buck Winners from last week! These students have shown to BE Responsible, Respectful, Safe, and Ready to Learn! #SSPengage #PackerPride

Good attendance starts with good routines. Help your student build healthy attendance habits by following the checklist in the graphic. Small routines can make a big difference in getting students to school ready to learn. #SSPAttendanceTuesday #SSPengage

Congratulations to the Girls Tennis Team as they head off to the State Tournament! Students and staff sent them off in style today with a parade through the school halls. #PackerPride #SSPempower

Congratulations to last week’s Lincoln Center Principal Praise winners and Golden Abe winning class! #SSPpride #PackerPride

"It always seems impossible until it's done." — Unknown #MotivationalMonday #SSPempower

The Fall 2026 SixTimes is out! SSPPS is turning community feedback into action with new communication series on finances, facilities, and academic performance. Read the full SixTimes to learn what’s ahead. The digital and Spanish versions are online now:

The MN Permanent School Fund was established in the 1800s and has grown to $2.3+ billion. A proposed constitutional amendment would update rules for how its earnings are distributed. It would not raise taxes or directly affect the state budget. More at:

TriDistrict CAPS Healthcare & Medicine students visited Regions Hospital Simulation Center to explore healthcare careers, practice medical skills, & work as a team to treat “Frank” in a crisis simulation. Read more: #PackerPride #SSPengage #SSPempower

It's time for another #SSPpride #TBT! This week, we're throwing it back to the 60s. Can you guess the year? Who do you recognize? Have a SSP Schools TBT photo to share? Send it to socialmedia@sspps.org along with the year it was taken and we’ll add it to our collection!

Students celebrated Unity today by wearing orange! At Kaposia, students and staff united to create a "U" shape on the field to show off their unity! #PackerPride #SSPengage #SSPempower

At SSPPS, equity means creating a safe and supportive environment where every student feels seen, heard and valued. We celebrate the unique backgrounds, experiences and perspectives that make our Packer community stronger. #PackerPride #SSPUnitedValues

SSP seniors are preparing for life after graduation! From resumes and cover letters to mock interviews, students are building real-world skills and confidence. Thank you to the local business leaders and school board candidates who volunteered their time! #SSPempower #PackerPride

Congratulations to most recent Lincoln Center Principal Praise winners and Golden Abe winning class! #SSPpride #PackerPride

Join the Central Square Senior Center this Thursday for this month's social get together- Root Beer and Brats! Lunch runs from 11:30 am-1:00 pm, no need to be a Senior Center member to join in the fun.

Being at school gives students opportunities they can't always get elsewhere. From learning and meaningful relationships to activities, experiences, and moments with classmates, making attendance a priority is important. #SSPAttendanceTuesday #SSPengage

"You are braver than you believe, stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think." — A.A. Milne #MotivationalMonday #SSPempower