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SLPS Press Releases
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Nov. 15, 2024: SLPS Weekly Spotlight
Tonight, the Gateway STEM Jaguars football team will make history as they compete for the Class 4 District 2 District Championship against Pacific. For the first time ever, the Jaguars remain undefeated.
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Nov. 1, 2024: Saint Louis Public Schools Provides Update on Transportation Vendor Compliance and Next Steps
St. Louis, MO – Saint Louis Public Schools (SLPS) today provided an update on its recent review of transportation vendor compliance and the ongoing efforts to ensure safe, reliable transportation for students. This update follows a thorough review of all vendor contracts and compliance standards, conducted with a focus on student safety and service consistency.
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Oct. 30, 2024: SLPS Weekly Spotlight
SLPS is thrilled to announce that Ms. Tonji Stringfellow, a standout educator from Gateway Elementary, has been named one of five Missouri State Finalists for the prestigious Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching. This recognition, the highest national honor for K–12 mathematics and science teachers, acknowledges her exceptional dedication to cultivating a love for science among her students.
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Aug. 30, 2024: SLPS Welcomes 21 International Teachers Through Cultural Exchange Program
(St. Louis, Missouri) — Saint Louis Public Schools (SLPS) is excited to announce the addition of 21 teachers from Ghana and the Philippines as part of an innovative cultural exchange program. These educators have been recruited to fill crucial teaching positions in Middle School Science, Middle School Math, and Elementary classrooms, addressing hard-to-fill vacancies amid a national teacher shortage. This program not only enhances our students' learning experience but also promotes cultural diversity within the district.
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Oct. 15, 2024: St. Louis Board of Education Announces Update on the Employment of Dr. Keisha Scarlett
St. Louis, MO – On October 14, 2024, the Board of Education of the City of St. Louis held an evidentiary hearing on matters related to the employment of Dr. Keisha Scarlett. At the conclusion of the hearing, the Board of Education voted to terminate the employment of Dr. Scarlett for cause, effective immediately. By virtue of this vote, Dr. Scarlett is no longer an employee of Saint Louis Public Schools.
