Annual Report on Curriculum, Instruction, and Student AchievementHopkins Public Schools

2013 RepoRt to the Community

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About Us

Alice Smith Elementary – Jody De St. Hubert, principal 952.988.4200 • 801 Minnetonka Mills Road, Hopkins, MN 55343Eisenhower Elementary + XinXing Academy – Terri Sigüenza, principal 952.988.4300 • 1001 Highway 7, Hopkins, MN 55305Gatewood Elementary – Donna Montgomery, principal 952.988.5250 • 14900 Gatewood Drive, Minnetonka, MN 55345Glen Lake Elementary – Beth Potter, principal 952.988.5200 • 4801 Woodridge Road, Minnetonka, MN 55345Meadowbrook Elementary – Dr. Greta Evans-Becker, principal 952.988.5100 • 5430 Glenwood Avenue, Golden Valley, MN 55422L.H. Tanglen Elementary – Dr. Jim Hebeisen, principal952.988.4900 • 10901 Hillside Lane, Minnetonka, MN 55305Hopkins North Junior High – Becky Melville, principal952.988.4800 • 10700 Cedar Lake Road, Minnetonka, MN 55305Hopkins West Junior High – Dr. Shirley Gregoire, principal952.988.4400 • 3830 Baker Road, Minnetonka, MN 55305Hopkins High School – Patty Johnson, principal952.988.4500 • 2400 Lindbergh Drive, Minnetonka, MN 55305Harley Hopkins Family Center – Dr. Christine Fehst, early childhood coordinator952.988.5000 • 125 Monroe Avenue South, Hopkins, MN 55343District Office 952.988.4000 • 1001 Highway 7, Hopkins, MN 55305Hopkins Community Education – Katie Williams, director952.988.4070 • 1001 Highway 7, Hopkins, MN 55305

Our SchoolsHopkins Public Schools provides exceptional education in a real-world setting to students. We have six elementary schools, one Chinese immersion school (XinXing Academy), two junior high schools, and one high school.

Our total enrollment is about 7,200 students. We serve the city of Hopkins, most of Minnetonka, about half of Golden Valley, and portions of Eden Prairie, Edina, Plymouth, and St. Louis Park. Hopkins School Board

The School Board is the governing authority of Hopkins Public Schools. The 2013 Hopkins Public Schools Board of Directors:

Chair: Susan Wootten, term expires in December 2013Vice Chair: Irma McIntosh Coleman, term expires in December 2015Treasurer: Kris Newcomer, term expires in December 2015Director: Steve Adams, term expires in December 2015Director: Betsy Anderson, term expires in December 2013Director: Wendy Donovan, term expires in December 2015Director: Warren Goodroad, term expires in December 2013

Board members welcome conversations with the public. Visit www.HopkinsSchools.org/board for information or call 952-988-4021.

Back, left to right: Wendy Donovan, Warren Goodroad, Betsy Anderson, Steve Adams

Front, left to right: Irma McIntosh Coleman, Kris Newcomer, Susan Wootten

Our Mission:Excellence for every school, every student, every day.

We’re honored by the level of trust that our parents and taxpayers have extended to us. We are committed to keeping this trust through transparency and frequent communication.

District residents have given high ratings to the quality of their schools, the performance of the school board, administrators, and especially teachers. Residents also strongly believe that Hopkins Public Schools is a good investment for their tax dollars.

Parent and community surveys conducted by Decision Resources. Typically, randomly selected households are contacted in the Hopkins Public Schools attendance area, surveying both parents and non-parents.

Quality of Education

Job Performance: School Board

Job Performance: Superintendent

Job Performance: Teachers

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Parent & Community Satisfaction

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About UsA dynamic community of more than 7,200 students and 1,200 employees.

Welcome to the 2013-14 school year! Our community can be proud of the student accomplishments detailed in this 2013 Annual Report

to the Community. This document showcases the work talented educators can accomplish within

a dynamic and diverse student body. It is an honor to be a leader in a community that provides

quality experiences for kids and families.

The data displayed in this report is shaped and influenced by many individuals who work to make

Hopkins Public Schools a place for kids to explore, build community, and excel. It reflects a caring

and child-centered staff that has a passion for engaging students in a variety of learning experiences

and content.

Our mission of excellenceI encourage you to examine the basic data of student achievement in writing, mathematics, and

reading. These are important subjects for our students’ futures. However, I want the community to

know that students excel in many other areas that are not reflected by standardized tests. Hopkins

students achieve in Advanced Placement courses, athletics, educational technology, numerous

clubs, internships, and competitions, to name a few. Student interest and creativity are central to

our mission of Excellence for Every School, Every Student, Every Day.

Visit us, get involvedPlease feel free to contact me, or any one of our principals to see what is happening in our

classrooms and programs throughout Hopkins Public Schools. We value your community support,

and I want to personally extend an invitation for you to get involved, visit a school and witness the

achievement of our students first-hand.

Best wishes for a successful 2013-14 school year!

John Schultz, Ph.D., Superintendent of Hopkins Public Schools

From our Superintendent

Contents

Year of Inspiration • 4

Elementary Achievement • 8

Junior High Achievement • 9

High School Achievement • 10

Financial Overview • 11

Cornerstones • 12

Community • 13

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New initiatives Year of I nspirat ion

Advanced Language Options in Our Secondary SchoolsIn addition to our already strong selection of World Language classes — which includes six levels of World Language classes, along with six College in the Schools classes — we have expanded our immersion options at the secondary level.

Spanish Immersion and Chinese ImmersionHopkins will soon be offering two immersion programs at the secondary level. Starting this school year, the advanced Spanish track, Juntos, will expand to become the Juntos Spanish Immersion program at North Junior High. Additionally, in the 2014-2015 school year, the Chinese Immersion program will begin at West Junior High, just as the pioneer XinXing class is entering junior high.

Both immersion programs will offer at least two content courses (such as Science, Language Arts, Literature and Culture, or History) in Spanish or Chinese respectively. The programs will expand course offerings as they grow at the secondary level. This school year, grade 9 Juntos Spanish Immersion students will be able to take Juntos 3, an AP (Advanced Placement) course capable of earning college credit.

Students who stay on an accelerated immersion track can earn a wealth of college credits — up to 16 college credits from immersion courses alone.

Expanding our World Language Opportunities to Prepare Hopkins Students for the Global World

Spanish Instruction Comes to All Elementary Schools

Starting this school year, all Hopkins kindergarten and first grade classrooms have Spanish language instruction integrated into the regular curriculum. Spanish language instruction will expand yearly until all elementary grades have the integrated curriculum. The addition of our new Spanish

language program into the elementary curriculum aligns with the competitive World Language opportunities offered at the junior and senior high schools.

Elementary Spanish language program implementation: • In kindergarten and grade 1, children have Spanish instruction three

times each week.

• A grade level is added each year through grade 6.

• The curriculum is focused both on Spanish language proficiency and cultural knowledge.

• Class instruction is primarily in Spanish.

• Hopkins students who receive Spanish instruction throughout their entire elementary experience will be ready for Spanish Level II when they reach junior high. Students have advanced-level course offerings available though high school, most of which provide college credit.

As a District, we believe that the future for our children will undoubtedly hold numerous opportunities in other cultures. Adding a World Language to the elementary curriculum is an excellent learning opportunity for our students. Research has shown — time and time again — that learning other languages has a positive effect on intellectual growth, improves understanding of a child’s native language, provides the opportunity to experience other cultures, and gives students a head start in the language requirements needed for college.

Graduate with 16 college credits.

Advanced Juntos Spanish Immersion Track:

Juntos 1: Spanish Literature & Language + Earth or Life Science (in Spanish)

grade 7grade 8Juntos 2: Spanish Literature & Language

+ Earth Science or Life Science (in Spanish)

grade 8

grade 9Juntos: AP Spanish Language + possible Physical Science (in Spanish)

3 semester credits possible

grade 10 grade 11

grade 12

Juntos 4: AP Spanish Literature3 semester credits possible 5 semester credits - U of M

Spanish College in the Schools Level 5

Spanish College in the Schools Level 65 semester credits - U of M

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Flipping the ClassroomFlipping the classroom moves the direct instruction out of the classroom to create a more

individual experience in the classroom. It’s applied learning, and it works really well with math.

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All six Hopkins elementary schools

are recipients of the Healthier U.S. School

Challenge Bronze Award.

At Hopkins, we are nationally recognized for our healthy school environments, which promote proper nutrition and physical activity. Researched-based keys to our healthy schools include:

• Whole foods – minimally processed. • Minimal use of heat-and-serve foods. • Regular physical activity. • Scratch cooking.

Additionally, we integrate wellness into our schools, some of our initiatives include:

• Our Farm-to-School program links children to local small- and mid-sized farms and ranches that provide fresh and healthy fruits, vegetables, and meats that are served at school.

• Some elementary schools hold recess before lunch to ensure students have enough time to eat and return to class ready to focus.

• Active classrooms with stability balls for chairs allow students to bounce and wiggle. Research has shown that constant movement can increase brainpower. Active classrooms also have “brain breaks” that allow students to perform quick energizer activities.

Graduate with 16 college credits.

Healthy Choices, Healthy LearnersHopkins leads the way when it comes to nutrition, from serving locally grown produce and unprocessed foods, to minimizing use of heat-and-serve foods.

New in student nutrition for the 2013-14 School YearStudents will be greeted this school year with a variety of tasty lunch options, less processed foods, and even more items made from scratch. Highlights include:

• A homemade tomato sauce using locally grown tomatoes.

• Enough homemade pickles to last through January, eliminating the food dyes found in most commercially canned pickles.

• A new concept, Meatless Mondays, when students will be served entrées that feature plant-based proteins, like garden frittatas, baha bake, tofu products, and black bean burgers.

Teachers at Hopkins High School are implementing an innovative teaching style, Flipping the Classroom. Using this model, students do homework in class and watch lectures delivered through short video clips at home.

Math teacher Anthony Padrnos has studied this model at length — it’s even the subject of his master’s thesis. By flipping his geometry and pre-calculus class last year, he noticed promising results in academic achievement, specifically among students who were average or struggling in math. He is also able to push his high-achieving students into a deeper level of learning, creating a customized, rigorous curriculum to meet their needs.

— Anthony Padrnos, Hopkins High School Math Teacher

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Proud to be Moving Forward with International Baccalaureate at Hopkins Junior Highs

Creating Rigourous, Relevant, and Global Learning Experiences at Our Junior HighsHopkins Public Schools is transitioning to International Baccalaureate (IB) at the junior-high level. This exciting, world-class curriculum will provide a framework for learning that encourages our junior- high students to be creative, critical, and reflective thinkers. The IB Middle Years Program (MYP) provides our learners with the global aptitude they will need to navigate the 21st century world.

The Transition Both of our junior highs are International Baccalaureate (IB) Candidate Schools. In the 2013-14 school year, each school will begin to implement components of the IB Middle Years Program (MYP) in grades 7, 8, and 9. In the 2014-15 school year, both of the junior highs will go through authorization to become IB World Schools.

About the Middle Years Program (MYP) Designed for students ages 11 to 16, the MYP provides a framework for learning that encourages students to become creative, critical, and reflective thinkers. An international education model, the MYP allows all students to participate in a rigorous program and curriculum that promotes healthy relationships, ethical responsibility, and personal challenge.

Rigorous and Internationally Focused CurriculumIB provides us with an exciting set of tools to expand on and increase rigor in universal and authentic ways including:

• A second language requirement.

• A culmination project in grade 9.

• An inquiry approach to learning and concept-based units.

• Global contexts — connecting classroom learning to the real world.

Relevant, Global Learning The IB programs increase the understanding of languages and cultures, and explore globally significant ideas and issues. It fosters the development of skills for communication, intercultural understanding, and global engagement — qualities essential for life in the 21st century.

IB Implementation TimelineSpring 2013

• IB Candidate School status for Hopkins junior highs.

• Implementation of the IB Learner Profile and philosophy

School Year 2013-14

School Year 2014-15

• Implementation of IB units

• Class schedule change — 2014-15

• Year of Authorization (IB World School recognition)

This is great for our junior highs because it will truly help prepare all students for life and work in the 21st century. IB World Schools emphasize the critical thinking, communication skills, and global perspectives that are essential for everyone in our rapidly changing world. Todd Roudabush, IB coordinator for Hopkins Public Schools.

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The Hopkins School District is endorsed by the Minnesota High Tech Association for

its leading efforts with STEM.

STEM is not just about learning science, technology, engineering, and math in silos. The most effective and authentic STEM learning is a hands-on integration of all these disciplines, through experiments and development of real-world problem-solving skills.

Our commitment to preparing students for a highly technical future has led Hopkins Public Schools to integrate STEM curriculum into all of our schools. Our curriculum, our teachers, and our extensive technology are all geared toward giving our students the extra edge in these disciplines.

Our Advanced STEM CurriculumOur nationally recognized and researched elementary core STEM curriculum, Engineering is Elementary (EiE), was developed by the Museum of Science, Boston and funded by a Cargill Foundation grant. We are one of only three school districts in Minnesota to have this advanced curriculum, and are proud of its quality and substance.

At our secondary level, our hands-on, nationally recognized STEM curriculum, Project Lead the Way (PLTW), adds rigor and relevance to traditional technical programs and academics. Students have opportunities to create, design, and invent robots, rockets, and cars, applying what they are learning in math and science to real-world challenges.

Our teachers are the key to successful STEM learning. They have been trained on not just the curriculum, but the philosophy of integrating all of the disciplines into their everyday course work. In short, our teachers “get it.” And they teach it.

Science, Technology, Engineering, MathIt’s what everyone is talking about. At Hopkins, it’s already here.

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AchievementOur Elementary Schools [PreK-6]

Spotlight: MCA TestingThe 2013 Reading MCA test was based, for the first time, on the rigorous national standards, called the Common Core Standards. We are pleased that at every grade level, Hopkins students outperformed the state on this more difficult test.

In our Chinese Immersion, XinXing AcademyXinXing Academy students continue to lead the way in Minnesota. For the fourth consecutive year, 100 percent of second-grade student passed the YCT3 (Youth Chinese Test), an international standardized Chinese proficiency test. The test measures three categories — listening, reading and writing.

Our six elementary schools serve students in preschool through grade 6. The elementary curriculum is rigorous and responsive, allowing each of our students to reach his or her potential.

Beyond the basic skills of literacy, math, sciences, social studies, arts, Spanish

language, and physical education, our teachers tap into the unique needs of each learner. Each of our elementary schools offers a host of special services and opportunities, including:

• Gifted and Talented Services starting in kindergarten.

• STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) learning that begins for all students in kindergarten.

• Both orchestra and band.

• A staff of specialists, including a nurse, speech pathologist, social worker, psychologist, counselor, and special education teachers.

• A variety of special support services, including specialist teachers in music, physical education, and media/technology.

• State-of-the-art technology, including interactive whiteboards, iPads, and a classroom microphone amplification systems.

Reinforcing Literacy Through TheatreThanks to a Cargill grant, Hopkins Public Schools and Stages Theatre have joined forces to create a unique 24-week literacy residency that pairs performance artists with Hopkins kindergarten teachers. Working in collaboration, they develop theatre activities that reinforce the existing curriculum, especially around literacy.

Last year, many full-day kindergarten classes developed digital stories as part of the literacy residency. The Lobster Who Thought She Was a Crab was created by Tanglen students in Ms. Erstad’s kindergarten class with storyteller and teaching artist Katie Knutson. Students narrated this inspiring story, watch it here:

Kindergarten student created!

Digital Story

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54%

MCA Mathematics results are based on Minnesota standards. Our students met or exceeded state performance levels in the majority of grade levels.

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AchievementSpotlight: GRAD TestingThe GRAD (Graduation Required Assessment for Diploma) was the 2012-13 state-mandated measure of graduation standards in reading, writing, and math. The GRAD Test of Written Composition was administered to students in grade 9. Hopkins students did extremely well on the grade 9 Written Composition test, with 93.9 percent of students passing.

In-depth: View all of our test results at www.HopkinsSchools.org/AnnualReport

Our Junior High Schools [7-9]Our two junior high schools, North Junior High and West Junior High, offer a highly personalized program for grades 7-9, and both are recognized nationally as schools of academic excellence.

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Digital Curriculum in Our Junior High SchoolsHopkins junior high students have swapped textbooks for iPads, but digital curriculum is not just about hardware. At Hopkins, digital curriculum is thoughtfully integrated into junior high classrooms, creating more dynamic, relevant and engaging learning experiences for students.

Highly trained technology integration specialists support teachers by transforming curriculum to a digital platform and strengthening it by adding higher levels of critical thinking and engagement. Having support in the classroom is crucial for busy teachers who don’t have time to rewrite curriculum or become their own tech support.

Google CertifiedMost technology integration specialists at Hopkins are Google Certified Teachers, meaning they have completed a rigorous training that demonstrates a comprehensive overview of the technical aspects important for troubleshooting and working with teachers, and how to use technology in an educational setting.

The teachers at Hopkins are always interested in what is best for kids and transforming their lessons to make the child’s experience the best it can be. If they have someone

coming to them saying this is something I have tried and it works well, the teachers are open to that.

— Becky Fritz, Hopkins Integration Specialist

Hopkins challenges the capabilities of digital content and devices to enhance and transform learning.

Digital Frontier

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Spotlight: EXPLORE TestingThe EXPLORE® program is designed to help students in grades 8 and 9 explore a broad range of options for their future. Students are tested in Reading, Math, English, and Science. EXPLORE prepares students not only for their high school coursework, but for their post-high school choices as well. It marks an important beginning for a student’s future academic and career success. In Hopkins, students take the EXPLORE test in grade 8. The EXPLORE test is the first of a sequence of tests, including the PLAN test given to all Hopkins students in grade 10, and the ACT test offered to juniors. The results from each measure can be compared to note student growth and areas of interest.

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ACTThe ACT is one of the most popular tests used to predict how well a student is prepared for post-secondary life. Hopkins High School administers this voluntary test four times a year. Students in Minnesota more commonly take the ACT test, as the scores are frequently required for admission into Midwest colleges and universities.

In 2013, 72 percent (484 students) of Hopkins High School seniors took the ACT tests. The composite score is 23.8, which is an increase from last year and higher than the state average.

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Ready for Life, Prepared for the WorldHopkins High School brings all of our students together for grades 10, 11, and 12. The comprehensive program is designed for students with differing passions and dreams, including AP (Advanced Placement), College in the Schools, honors classes, STEM/Project Lead the Way classes, vocational training opportunities, and foundations classes. In addition to regular coursework, students may elect to participate in internships, community involvement programs, or independent study.

Hopkins High School Named One of America’s Most Challenging SchoolsHopkins High School was named one of “America’s Most Challenging Schools” by The Washington Post. Hopkins High School ranked 22nd in the state and 183rd in the Midwest region. Nationwide, only 9 percent of the 22,000 high schools evaluated made the grade.

Hopkins High School earned a place on the list by offering challenging courses and welcoming all students to take those courses. Hopkins High School has 19 AP classes and seven College in the Schools classes, and continues to grow both programs.

Numerous OpportunitiesHopkins High School offers approximately 250 courses in 15 subject areas. These courses are either one, two, three, or four terms in length in an innovative four-block schedule that offers our students maximum opportunities and choices. It allows:

• 16 total credit opportunities each year, compared to only 12 in a traditional six-period schedule.

• Students to fit in numerous AP and advanced courses, while still being in one or more music groups, art classes, and other electives.

• Students to take two levels of math, science, or world language in a single year, meaning many students take levels 5 and 6 of world languages, and can also accelerate their math and science.

In addition to an extensive selection of AP courses, Hopkins is one of the few high schools that offers six levels of world languages.

Creativity & TalentsHopkins is also proud of its award-winning art and music programs, high-performing athletics, and numerous clubs. With all of the options, Hopkins High School cultivates students’ special interests and talents.

In-Depth Test ResultsFull MCA data is available in detail on our website. Of special note in 2013, Hopkins grade 11 students showed improvement of more than 5 percent as compared to 2012 results on the MCA-III Mathematics standards. The high school has steadily increased its percentage of students meeting or exceeding proficiency since the more difficult Minnesota standards were first tested in 2011.

All testing data can be found at www.HopkinsSchools.org/annualreport as soon as the data is released.

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Goal- Oriented

In 2013,72% of Hopkins

senior high students took the ACT.

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Advanced Placement and College in the Schools Advanced Placement (AP)Hopkins High School has one of the most extensive Advanced Placement (AP) programs in the state. We offer 19 AP courses to Hopkins students. In 2013, 617 Hopkins students took one or more AP exams. Of those AP exams, 692 achieved scores high enough to earn college credit. In addition, 155 students earned AP Scholar Honors from the College Board, of these:

• 65 qualified for AP Scholar Honors.

• 39 qualified for AP Scholars with Honors.

• 48 qualified for AP Scholars with Distinction.

• 3 qualified for National AP Scholars.

College in the Schools (CiS)In cooperation with the University of Minnesota, our College in the Schools classes allow students to earn University of Minnesota college credits as well as Hopkins High School graduation credits. In the 2012-13 school year, 277 Hopkins students registered for College in the Schools classes. Together, they earned 1,329 credits. If the students had to pay the usual University of Minnesota college tuition for these credits, the cost incurred would have been $616,000.

Hopkins currently offers the following AP and CiS classes: Art Department• AP Drawing & Painting Portfolio• AP Ceramics Portfolio• AP Jewelry & Metal-Smithing Portfolio

Language Arts• AP Language & CompositionMathematics

• AP Statistics• AP Calculus AB• AP Calculus BC

Sciences• AP Biology• AP Chemistry• AP Environmental Science• CiS Anatomy & Physiology

Social Studies• AP US History• AP World History

70% of taken AP exams earn college credit.

State and National Art AwardsHopkins High School art and photography students won an impressive 29 Minnesota Scholastic Art Awards: 10 Gold Keys, 8 Silver Keys, and 11 Honorable Mentions.

Additionally, two Hopkins High School students won National Scholastic Art Awards — Michael Semahge and Claire Hoober.

Michael won a National Gold Key award for his drawing “5 O’Clock Shadow,” at right, which was also named an American Vision Nominee and was one of five pieces chosen for the “Best of Show” category. Michael attended the National Awards Ceremony in New York City this summer. Claire’s painting, “Crashing Waves,” above, won a National Silver Key.

Exceptional Art Accolades

• AP European History• AP Government & Politics: US• AP Government & Politics: Comparative• AP Macroeconomics

Technology Education• AP Photography Portfolio• AP Computer Science

World Languages• AP Spanish Language [Juntos]• CiS French 5• CiS French 6 • CiS German 5 • CiS German 6 • CiS Spanish 5• CiS Spanish 6

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Financial ManagementTo help us meet our educational goals, the Hopkins District is committed to fiscal responsibility and a balanced budget. This ensures that maximum resources reach our classrooms.

The Hopkins District has invested 90 percent of its General Fund resources in School-Level Education Services (see graph below), with 6 percent spent on transportation of students and the remaining 4 percent spent on District administration.

Budget StabilityDuring the last five years, the District has built a healthy fund balance, a reserve that has helped the District weather the state aid and tax shifts that have affected all Minnesota school districts. Hopkins has not had to borrow for cash flow purposes in the last six years.

Hopkins Public Schools has an

Aa2 bond rating from Moody’s Investor Services.

Consistently Recognized for Fiscal LeadershipHopkins Public Schools has been recognized for its high level of financial accountability and transparency. Awards for fiscal excellence include:

• Certificate of Excellence in Financial Reporting award from the ASBO (Association of School Business Officials International): Hopkins Public Schools received this award for its high-quality Comprehensive Annual Financial Report for the fiscal year ending 2012. This is the third consecutive year the District has received the award.

• The Minnesota Department of Education has awarded Hopkins Public Schools with its School Finance Award for five of the last six years.

Hopkins has a bond rating of Aa2 from Moody’s Investor Services. There are only a handful of school districts in Minnesota that have higher bond ratings than Hopkins.

Our Revenue StreamsBudgeted Fiscal Year 2013-14General Fund Revenue by Source Code (excluding Capital Fund revenue)

Our Expenses by Program AreaBudgeted Fiscal Year 2013-14Consolidated Financial Report by Program Area of Expense

Our ExpensesBudgeted Fiscal Year 2013-14General Fund Expenses by Object Code (excluding Capital Fund expenses)

Our accountabil ity is award-winningFinancia l O ver v iew

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Our CurriculumHopkins Public Schools has a clearly articulated, developmentally appropriate curriculum that taps into the potential of all learners and encourages them to thrive. A multitude of electives, extra-curricular activities, pilot programs, and initiatives that reflect current trends and 21st century learning are regularly updated and implemented. A blend of traditional and exploratory learning experiences is designed to inspire students and invoke their curiosity.

Rigor and ChoiceStudents at both the junior and senior high levels can choose from a wide selection of elective classes, allowing them to explore their interests and talents on a deeper level. The comprehensive program, designed for students with differing passions and interests, includes Advanced Placement (AP), College in the Schools, honors classes, FLEX courses, vocational training opportunities, and foundations classes. In addition to regular coursework, students may elect to participate in internships, mentorships, community involvement programs, or independent study.

Comprehensive AP ProgramHopkins High School has one of the strongest AP (Advanced Placement) programs in Minnesota. We offer a wide variety of AP classes, which all Hopkins students are encouraged to enroll in. The AP program offers students the opportunity to earn college credit, advanced placement, or both for successful performance on the AP exams.

Gifted and TalentedOur most gifted learners are served by Hopkins Gifted and Talented Services (HGTS). These services begin as early as kindergarten and extend through grade 12. The gifted and talented program offers a variety of options that are open to students who qualify, and also to students who want to self-select into more rigorous courses. To guide this process, Hopkins is one of the few districts in the state to have a full-time gifted and talented coordinator at each of its schools.

CornerstonesTeachersOur teachers are our most valuable assets. They are well educated and hold the skills necessary to provide a world-class education to all of our learners — 80 percent of Hopkins teachers have a Master’s degree or higher.

In addition, our teachers have earned state and national honors for their knowledge and professionalism. According to a 2012 resident survey, 86 percent of the community strongly supports the job performance of Hopkins teachers.

Education of our Teachers

80% of Hopkins E-12 teachers have Master’s degrees

or higher.

18% of elementary students

received Hopkins Gifted and Talented

Services in 2012-13.

How We MeasureStandardized tests are given for a variety of reasons, including: reporting student progress and achievement; evaluating curriculum and instruction; identifying student strengths and weaknesses; comparing Hopkins Public Schools students with national, state, and other norms; and identifying students who may benefit from special programs.

Below is a sampling of the most common tests we use for assessment:

Test Description Main Uses 2012-13

MCA (Minnesota Comprehensive Assessments)

State-mandated to fulfill NCLB (No Child Left Behind) and measures of student progress in reading, math, science, and written composition.

• Student and school progress reports

• Accountability

• Grades 3–8 reading and math• Grade 10 reading• Grade 11 math• Grades 5, 8, and 10 science

MAP (Measures of Academic Progress)

District-purchased, computer-adapted tests with national measures in reading, math, and language arts.

To obtain the national comparison, instant response tests, and measure growth over time.

• Administered to students up to four times a year.• District-wide test given in grades 3–6 in fall for reading and math.

Explore, PLAN, & Preliminary Scholastic Aptitude Test (PSAT)

State offered national norm standardized tests in reading (social studies included), math, English, and science.

Informing student academic progress, interests and career plans before graduation.

• Test in fall• EXPLORE for grades 8 & 9• PLAN for grade 10• PSAT for grade 11

GRAD (Graduation Required Assessment for Diploma) Writing–grade 9

State-mandated measures of graduation standards in reading, math, and written composition.

• Certify students for graduation

• Accountability

• Writing test at grade 9, grade 10 reading, and grade 11 math.• 2012-13 is the last year Hopkins administered the GRAD test.

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Communit yWho We ServeEvery year, more than 30,000 people use the services of Hopkins Community Education, a department of Hopkins Public Schools. From the tiniest baby and her mother in our Early Childhood classes, to a retiree sparking a new love of painting in one of our Adult Enrichment classes, we serve the entire community.

Hopkins Community Education has the highest participation and positive rating in the metro area. Nearly 62 percent of Hopkins School District residents are aware of the various Community Education programs and, of those residents, more than 91 percent gave us a positive rating.

Funding for Community Education programs and services is a combination of fees for activities, local levies, grants, and state and federal aid. Programs and services are all self-supported in Community Education, with no financial support from the District General Fund (K-12 teachers and programs funding).

Early ChildhoodEarly childhood is a crucial time of development for our youngest community members. We understand how important the early years are, and support families during this amazing time.

Parents are their child’s first and most important teacher. Our affordable ECFE (Early Childhood Family Education) classes can help with that role. We offer both weekly and special topic classes.

Preschool can be vital in preparation for kindergarten. We offer three quality preschool options: a full-day, year-round option at Stepping Stones Preschool; a flexible half-day, part-week option at Kaleidoscope Preschool; and Ready4K, a free half-day, Monday-Friday preschool for low income families. We have at least one preschool option at each of our elementary school sites, and at Harley Hopkins Family Center.

Our 2013 Early Childhood Achievements• Hopkins Preschools enrolled 415 young learners in 2012-13.

• Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) served 543 children, ages birth to five years, along with 583 adults.

• Through home visits, early childhood staff visited more than 250 families with young children.

YouthOur programs for youth are varied, and concentrate on ensuring children are supported in their learning, engaged during out-of-school time in safe and supportive environments, and able to develop a myriad of interests.

Youth Enrichment classes and activities offer the chance for youth to try out and develop new interests in a fun environment. Some of our popular before- and after-school, or summer classes include art, science, chess, sports, music, lego blocks, languages, dance, STEM, and more.

Kids & Company is Hopkins Public Schools’ premier state-accredited before- and after-school child-care program, operating at each of the District’s six elementary schools from 6:45 a.m. to 6 p.m. Also open on school vacation days and during the summer, the fee-based Kids & Company’s daily programs enhance literacy and language development.

Our 2013 Youth Programming Achievements• More than 1,000 learners were served through Kids & Company

and KinderConnection throughout the year.

• Camp Royal, a new summer program for K-6 graders, enrolled 1,200 students at Eisenhower Community Center in sports, art, music, theater, cooking, science and dance classes.

• We increased before- and after-school activities for all students at each elementary school.

• Our new junior high after-school and summer program, L.E.A.D., began in summer 2013.

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2013 Summer camps and activities for youth ages 3 through grade 12.

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Summer Full & Half Day Camps

Youth Programs

Download our full catalog for class descriptions and register at:

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ScholarshipsWe’re committed to equal access for all our Hopkins Public Schools students. If you are con-cerned about pricing, scholarships for activities are available (limited). Please call: 952-988-4070 for information.

Register & download our full class descriptions at:

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Need wrap-around care?Kids & Company is Hopkins Public Schools’ nationally accredited extended-day child care program. Kids & Company provides high quality school-age care before- and after-school, on

school vacation days, and during the summer.

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Join us Saturday afternoons for a season of fun, family open swimming at Eisenhower Community Center pool. Lifeguards are on duty during all open family swim hours. Swimmers must furnish their own suits and towels. Only US Coast Guard-approved flotation devices may be used in district pools. All youth swimmers must be accompanied by an 18-year-old who is dressed to swim. Swimmers may use approved masks/goggles, fins, and snorkels. We urge all swimmers to leave all valuables at home as we are not responsible for lost/stolen articles. No discounts. Please register in

Eisenhower Community Center Reception area before heading to the pool – only $7.00/family. #Y617: 10 sessions $7 per family, per session – come to one or all Sat., Jan. 12-Mar. 16 1:00-3:00 pm IKE-Eisenhower Community Ctr Pool

Grades 5-6Maximize fun with friends at North Junior High at this special event for all 5th and 6th graders. Unleash your game skills with basketball, ping pong, trivia, Xbox Kinect, PS3, and a magic tourney. Dancing to a DJ and Dance Dance Revolution. Snacks available for purchase. The pool will also be open for swimming. Event is supervised by Kids & Company staff professionals and gives your student a great chance to get introduced to the junior high building. Registration is required by Thursday, Mar. 7 — no refunds. Student pick-up is promptly at 8:30!#Y637: 1 session-limit 250 $15 Fri., Mar. 8 6:30-8:30 pm NJH-North Junior High

!Vamos Spanish! Grades K-5Join us for this dynamic and interactive class! Learn to communicate in Spanish and explore Spanish cultures. Join us for a Spanish language learning adventure! Open to grades K-5 and appropriate for students with or without previous Spanish experience. Visit www.HopkinsSchools.org/VamosSpanish for more details. No refunds given on or after the first day of class.#Y701 Alice Smith-W/S: 8 sessions - limit 15 $114 Tu., Feb. 5-Apr. 16 8:20-9:20 am No class Mar. 19, 26, Apr. 9 AS-Alice Smith Elementary 18#Y701 Eisenhower-W/S: 8 sessions - limit 15 $114 Tu., Feb. 5-Apr. 2 3:35-4:35 pm No class Mar. 26 EEs-Eisenhower Elementary Classroom #Y701 Glen Lake-W/S: 8 sessions - limit 15 $114 Thurs., Feb. 7-Apr. 11 3:35-4:35 pm No class Mar. 14, 28 GL-Glen Lake Elementary School 106A #Y701 Meadowbrook-W/S: 8 sessions - limit 15 $114 Wed., Feb. 6-Apr. 3 8:20-9:20 am No class Mar. 27 MB-Meadowbrook Elementary School Classroom Y701 Tanglen-W/S: 8 sessions - limit 15 $114 Wed., Feb. 6-Apr. 3 3:35-4:35 pm No class Mar. 27 TG-Tanglen Elementary School 116A #Y701 Gatewood-W/S: 8 sessions - limit 15 $114 Mon., Feb. 4-Apr. 15 8:20-9:20 am No class Feb. 18, Mar. 25, Apr. 1 GW-Gatewood Elementary 122

Grades 7-12Learn strategy and skill in one of the fastest growing games. Join your friends in doubles and singles as you perfect the skills you learned in class. This has been a very popular class, register early to secure your spot. All equipment is provided. #Y628: 6 sessions - limit 34 $49 Mon. & Thurs., Jan. 17-Feb. 14 3:00-5:00 pm No class Jan. 21, 31, Feb. 7 NJH-North Junior High Activity Structure 1

Grades 5-12Plan now for fun this summer with a great Hopkins tradition that has been offered to youth for over 25 years — Summer Field Biology! Experience rock-wall climbing, tree-top adventure rope courses, canoeing and kayaking, compass skills and orienteering, hikes overlooking Lake Superior, friends, laughs, campfires, s’mores, and much more! Cost includes transportation, field trips, lodging, meals, and staffing. Learn more about Wolf Ridge Environmental Center, visit www.wolf-ridge.org. Participant information packets mailed in June.#YS902 : limit 85 $475Hopkins Pre-camp Day date and time TBA (typically in July) July 15-19 Wolf Ridge Environmental Camp

Grades 7-9Auditions for Schoolhouse Rock Live! JR. Discover the fun of this musical based on the popular 1970s television show Schoolhouse Rock! Director Robbie Mancina is holding auditions on January 14 and 15 for West Junior High students. No experience necessary. Opportunities for students interested in crew as well! Performances are March 8, 9, & 10 at Hopkins High School. More information about the auditions can be found at the Welcome Center at West Junior High.#Y222 : limit 20 $100 (fee applies if you are cast in the play)Mon.-Thu., Jan. 22-Feb. 28 2:45-4:45 pm West Junior High

ACT Prep Grades 10-12Gain the skills you need to help get your best score on the ACT Test. Learn proven, effective strategies — time management skills, when to

guess, how to use a calculator efficiently, and how to effectively manage the writing section — taught by an experienced instructor. Classes are scheduled to coordinate with testing dates.#Y401: 2 sessions - limit 30 $59 A: Jan. 30 & Feb. 6 7:00-9:30 pm B: Apr. 3 & Apr. 10 7:00-9:30 pm HHS-Hopkins High School W221

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North Junior High BadmintonMake plans now for spring and summer at Kids & Company!Spring Break is March 25-29 — reserve your child’s space today!Kids & Company provides high quality school-age before- and after-school care, on school vacation days, and during the summer. We have great activities lined up for Spring Break, register now and join the fun!

Youth Programs Bringing Out-of-School Time Opportunities to Our Youth!

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View the night sky using the Lawrence Sauter Telescope, located in the observatory at the Eisenhower Community Center. Under the

guidance of trained volunteers, discover the moon, planets, stars and constellations. Each viewing is limited to 15 participants. Reservations are required. Group reservations available. A $2-donation for adults, $1 for students, and $35 for groups is requested. Must be age 7 and older. Visit www.HopkinsSchools.org/Observatory.

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Celebrate Community! Be a part of the fun, entertainment, art, and fight against hunger. What is Empty Bowls? Through this community event, funds are raised for ResourceWest and the Intercongregational Communities Association (ICA) to help feed families in our community. Find Out How You Can Make a Difference: There are many ways to participate! Contact Barb Westmoreland, Hopkins School District Family Part-nership and Volunteer Coordinator, at 952-988-4069 or email Barb.Westmoreland@HopkinsSchools.org

Tuesday, March 12, 11:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.Hopkins Center for the Arts 1111 Mainstreet, Hopkins

Adult & Child empty Bowls Pottery Workshop Ages 6+ with one adult Be a part of the Empty Bowls fundraiser by enrolling in this class.

Each child and adult will build two bowls by hand. Donate one to Empty Bowls and keep the other bowl. Fee includes all materials.#Y218: 2 sessions - limit 14 $14/person A: Feb. 2 & Feb. 16 9:00-11:00 am B: Feb. 2 & Feb. 16 12:00-2:00 pm C: Feb. 2 & Feb. 16 2:30-4:30 pm D: Feb. 9 & Feb. 23 9:00-11:00 am E: Feb. 9 & Feb. 23 12:00-2:00 pm F: Feb. 9 & Feb. 23 2:30-4:30 pm IKE-Eisenhower Community Center 167

Celebrating 15 years!mannerly manners® Rules! Grades 2-8What will set your child apart and give him or her an edge in a competitive world? Whether playing sports, participating in clubs, making friends, or dealing with teachers — social skills are what give us an edge. This course covers introductions, the importance of a smile, posture, conversation skills, table manners and more. Students learn fun, easy-to-follow, interactive character-building exercises that build self-confidence. Class includes: individual attention, 49-page guidebook, handouts to support lessons, breaks with snack and water, dessert meal for table manners session, and a certificate of completion. Lunch is included in the fee. Parents are welcome to observe. To learn more visit www.mannerlymanners.com. #Y675: 1 session - limit 16 $139 A: Sat., Feb. 9 9:00 am-4:00 pm B: Sat., Apr. 13 9:00 am-4:00 pm IKE-Eisenhower Community Center 213

Be the Best you Can Be — Teens Only Grades 6-12What will set your teen apart? Whether playing sports, participating in clubs, making friends, or dealing with teachers, social skills are what give us an edge. Mannerly Manners® supports family values and helps teens with some of those difficult choices in life – from college and job interviews – to feeling comfortable in social situations. Research studies show that 85% of success in life depends on our social skills! Our “manners for everyday life™” teaches communication, appearance, and leadership skills on such topics as interviewing for a job/college, posture, introductions, formal table manners, and much more. We give teens the tools to increase their confidence! Class includes: individual attention, 49-page guidebook, handouts to support lessons, breaks with snack and water, dessert meal, and a certificate of completion. Parents are welcome to observe. Bag lunch included in class fee. #Y679: 1 session - limit 16 $139 Sat., May 11 9:00 am-4:00 pm IKE-Eisenhower Community Center 213

School House Rock Live, Jr: The Musical!Bring the family to one of the musical theater’s most innovative shows. Performed by Hopkins West Junior High students. March 8, 7:30 p.m.March 9, 7:30 p.m.March 10, 3:00 p.m. Tickets: $6/adults, $5 students/ seniors, 5 and under freeHopkins High School 2400 Lindbergh Dr., Minnetonka

FREE Parent Forum:Kids & TechnologyKeynote speaker: Katy Smith, 2011 Minnesota Teacher of the Year and parent educatorJoin us for a conversation about media and children. Free CEUs. www.HopkinsSchools.org/katy #P503: Free, registration requestedThurs., Mar. 7, 6:30-8:45 pmEisenhower Community Center

Free Parent Ed class: Coachable MomentsStrategies to help your teen feel accountable and successful.#P502: Free, registration requestedTu., Feb. 5-Mar. 5, 6:30-8:00 pm No class Feb. 12, 26 Eisenhower Community Center

Caring Youth Awards 2013Know a young person who shows an ongoing awareness of others through volunteer-ing or other activities? Con-sider nominating him or her for a 2013 Caring Youth award! Nominations for the 2013 Car-ing Youth awards are due by Friday, February 1, 2013.

Eisenhower ObservatoryBring your Cub Scout, Boy Scout, or Girl Scout troops!

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• All preschool programs now include STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) activities, made possible by a grant to provide enhanced classroom materials.

• All preschool programs are 4-Star Parent Aware rated (www.parentawareratings.org).

• Hop-Kids, a new preschool program in partnership with Hopkins-Minnetonka Recreation Services, enrolled 620 preschoolers in sports, art, science, and other classes.

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Science Explorers: Buggy for BugsAges 3 ½-6 Are you buggy for bugs? Do you like the creepy

crawlers of the immense insect world? Join us to investigate the three types of metamorphosis; discover

how some bugs live in colonies; and how bugs eat, smell, and survive. You will construct your own bugs,

weave a web, and more in this fun, hands-on class.#29211: 3 sessions-limit 10 $57

Tuesday-Thursday, June 4-6 9:30-11:30 amGlen Lake Activity Center – Excelsior Room

Science Explorers: Mixture MadnessAges 3 ½-6Pour, mix, measure, and stir! In Mixture Madness you will be exploring the world of chemistry by mixing together safe ingredients. Create slime while learning about polymers, have fun with magical crystals while learning about absorption, and formulate your own mixtures through open exploration. Be sure to dress for mess as we explore these and other fascinating mixtures. #29212: 3 sessions-limit 10 $57Tuesday-Thursday, July 23-25 9:30-11:30 amMinnetonka Community Center, Minnetonka Mills Room (T/W) & St. Alban’s Room (TH)

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Preschool-age activities brought to you by Hopkins-Minnetonka Recreation Services and Hopkins Public Schools Community Education.

Partner: Curious Minds Summer Science In partnership with Curious Minds, LLC, we offer fun, research- based STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) programming & curriculum. All staff are licensed experts in the fields of science and education.

Curious Minds Weekly: Summer Science ProgramAges: Entering Kindergarten-Entering First GradeYoung scientists will put their imagination to great work in our summer science program. We’ll build and design sticky structures using the principle of adhesion, create a huge human digestion system, experiment with aerodynamics by designing and crafting paper airplanes, become underwater oceanographers, excavate a shipwreck, and more. This is a drop-off class for students entering kindergarten and 1st grade in fall 2013.#29261: 6 sessions-limit 20 $69Tuesdays, June 11-July 23, (no class July 2) 10:30-11:15 amGlen Lake Elementary

Curious Minds One-Time Parent-Child Classes:Sticky Structures Ages 3-6 with adultWork with your young engineer to create structures using foam pieces and water. We’ll explore adhesion, what shapes work the best, how long structures last, and more. You’ll take some materials home to create more structures and continue the fun!#29262: 1 session-limit 24 $19/pair ($5 each add. child)Tuesday, June 11 9:30-10:15 am Glen Lake Elementary

Away We Go! Ages 3-6 with adultYou and your young scientist will experiment with different aeronautical principles and begin to understand the forces of flight: weight, lift, drag, and thrust. We’ll design paper airplanes, parachutes, and helicopters that you can take home to continue your experiments.#29263: 1 session-limit 24 $19/pair ($5 each add. child)Tuesday, June 18 9:30-10:15 am Glen Lake Elementary

Chomp, Slurp, Toot! Ages 3-6 with adultTogether we will become biologists and learn how the digestive system works. After identifying the different steps in the process of digestion, we will create a huge human digestive system!#29264: 1 session-limit 24 $19/pair ($5 each add. child)Tuesday, June 25 9:30-10:15 am Glen Lake Elementary

Something Special about SeedsAges 3-6 with adultBe a botanist and get out your magnifying glasses as we explore how many plants start life – as seeds. We’ll dissect fruits and seeds, examine the way seeds travel in nature, and more.#29265: 1 session-limit 24 $19/pair ($5 each add. child)Tuesday, July 9 9:30-10:15 am Glen Lake Elementary

OceanographyAges 3-6 with adultWe’ll excavate a shipwreck and become environmental stewards through hands-on experiments involving pollution and ocean water (salt water). Young oceanographers will gain an understanding of the ocean, its animals, pollution, and how to be environmental stewards by taking care of the habitat where these plants and animals live. #29266: 1 session-limit 24 $19/pair ($5 each add. child)Tuesday, July 16 9:30-10:15 am Glen Lake Elementary

Run, Marble, Run! Ages 3-6 with adultThis isn’t your typical marble run. Your unique design will be built on a foundation you can carry home with you! Do you think that if you roll the marble, the speed of the marble will change at some point? What might cause the marble to eventually slow down or stop? We’ll add obstacles and texture to learn about speed and direction.#29267: 1 session-limit 24 $19/pair ($5 each add. child)Tuesday, July 23 9:30-10:15 am Glen Lake Elementary

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Partner: KindermusikWe partner with Kindermusik, one of the world’s most respected names in musical learning, for our preschool-age music program. From birth to age 7, Kindermusik will help your child develop emotional, social, cognitive, language, physical, as well as musical skills with its child-centered curricula. Kindermusik believes that every child is musical, and should experience the joy and learning music brings to life.

Creatures at the OceanAges 18 months-4 years oldIn just five lessons, you and your child will experience a summer’s worth of music, stories, and activities created to inspire a lifetime of musical learning! We’ll sing songs about dolphins, whales and crabs; do movement activities with parachutes and beach balls; and play a variety of instruments like ocean drums and seashell clackers. Join us for a mini vacation to the ocean! Required materials fee of $30 payable at first class. Materials include: CD, musical instrument, 10 picture cards and 5 music folders. Parent participation required.#29209: 5 sessions-limit 12 $60Tuesdays, July 2-30 9:00-9:45 amGlen Lake Activity Center – Excelsior Room

Tell Me a TaleAges 4-6Each week your child will step into the delightful world of folk tales through singing, instrument play and ensemble development, creative movement, games, crafts, and more. The five tales represent the diverse, humorous, folk legacy of a variety of cultures and eras. Introduce your child to a world of music and imagination! Parents join in the last 15 minutes of class. Required materials fee of $35 payable at first class. Materials include: CD, instrument, book and 5 story cards.#29210: 5 sessions-limit 8 $75Tuesdays, July 2-30 10:00-11:00 amGlen Lake Activity Center – Excelsior Room

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Hop-Kids: Preschool-age play & learn!A joint partnership of Hopkins-Minnetonka Recreation Services and Hopkins Public Schools Community Education.Philosophy:Hop-Kids was created for preschool-age children to provide opportunities for playing and learning that are fun, nurturing, and safe. We believe

1. Alice Smith Elementary 801 Minnetonka Mills Rd, Hopkins2. Eisenhower Elementary 1001 Highway 7, Hopkins3. Gatewood Elementary 14900 Gatewood Drive, Minnetonka4. Glen Lake Activity Center 14350 Excelsior Blvd., Minnetonka5. Glen Lake Elementary 4801 Woodridge Rd, Minnetonka6. Glen Lake Golf Course 14350 County Road 62, Minnetonka7. Glen Lake Park Field (Optimists Field) 5240 Glenview Dr, Minnetonka8. Lone Lake Park 5624 Shady Oak Road, Minnetonka9. Minnetonka Community Center 14600 Minnetonka Blvd., Minnetonka 10. Minnetonka Ice Arena 3401 Williston Road, Minnetonka11. Shady Oak Beach 5200 Shady Oak Road, Minnetonka12. Williston Fitness Center 14509 Minnetonka Drive, Minnetonka

Hop-Kids Summer 2013 Locations

Looking for more great summer activities for your older children? Both Hopkins-Minnetonka Recreation Services and Hopkins Public Schools Community Education offer exciting summer programs for school-age youth. Visit their websites for more information, or check out the links at www.Hop-Kids.com.

More great summer activities!

children learn best through meaningful, interactive play. Our classes offer an introduction to a variety of sport fundamentals, play adventures, and STEM (science, technology, engineering, math) skills taught by passionate instructors who encourage curiosity, discovery, and problem-solving in a stimulating, structured, and fun environment.Your trusted local source for enrichment activities As a program of Hopkins-Minnetonka Recreation Services and Hopkins Public Schools Community Education, our only goal is to bring quality, affordable programs to our residents and families. Enriching lives and the community is what we do best, and it shows – our participant satisfaction rates are outstanding! More than 90% of local families give our programming and staff high marks in a recent community survey.

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Hopkins Community Education summer youth camps & activities:www.HopkinsSummer.org

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Education, arranges for appropriate usage of the District’s facilities when they are not in use by Hopkins Public Schools’ classes and programs. Usage of District facilities is open to the community on a sliding-fee basis. During the 2012-13 school year, there were nearly 3,500 District and community events and meetings in our facilities.

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Hopkins Education Foundation is dedicated to providing resources to promote innovation and enhance education for the success of our students. Since 1995, HEF has collaborated

with Hopkins teachers, staff, parents, volunteers and business leaders to pursue our common goal of preparing Hopkins students to excel in our rapidly changing world.

HEF grants:

• Engage our students in their daily learning and allow them to achieve success both inside and outside the classroom.

• Enhance core curriculum in reading, math, science and world languages.

• Energize our educators as they pilot innovative ideas in the classroom for all students.

Thanks to the generous financial support from our community, Hopkins Education Foundation has already awarded more than 300 grants totaling over $2 million to provide exceptional learning experiences for all students in the Hopkins School District.

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AdultsNo matter where you are in life – a retiree, a young professional, a parent, an immigrant, or a recent empty nester, Hopkins Community Education welcomes you.

We have Adult Enrichment classes where you can learn to cook, manage finances, explore hobbies and interests, gain support for transitional life events,

or get healthy with fitness and lifestyle classes.

We have events and performances open to the public throughout the year at our facilities, from jazz bands and beading bazaars, to a Home Remodeling Fair and theatre productions.

Interested in volunteering? We have many opportunities throughout the District — working with youth or adults. Last year, Hopkins’ volunteers contributed an impressive 1,000 hours of service every week to our schools.

Our state and federally funded ABE (adult basic education) program, Adult Options In Education, offers adults free English-language learning; GED preparation and testing; and basic skills classes in math, reading, and writing; citizenship and pronunciation classes; work-skills training; and college-level classes in health care.

Our 2013 Adult Programming Achievements • Hopkins Adult Enrichment enrolled nearly 5,000 adults in classes,

an increase of 5 percent more than the previous year.

• We had 674 adult learners enrolled in Hopkins Adult Options In Education at Eisenhower Community Center for free morning, afternoon, evening, and Saturday classes.

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Fox 9 Top Teaching AwardScott StillmanSixth-Grade TeacherAlice Smith Elementary

Minnesota Middle School Educator of the YearKim CampbellSocial Studies TeacherWest Junior High

Siemens Teachers as Researchers ProgramDavid BeckmanScience TeacherNorth Junior High

Minnesota Music Educator of the YearKay HawleyMusic TeacherAlice Smith Elementary and Glen Lake Elementary

Hopkins is proud of and congratulates these Hopkins teachers for their awards in 2012-13!

Teacher Recognition