Family Engagement & Community Partnerships
Saint Paul Public Schools (SPPS) mission is to inspire students to think critically, pursue their dreams and change the world. This involves support from families, staff, partner organizations and community members.
Our mission is to improve districtwide stakeholder engagement by partnering with families, educators, and community partners to ensure academic success for all students in SPPS.
Get Involved with our district Parent Advisory Councils (PAC):
- American Indian Parent Advisory Council (AIPAC)
- Hmong Parent Advisory Council (HPAC)
- Karen Parent Advisory Council (KPAC)
- Latino Consent Decree (LCD) Parent Advisory Council
- Parents of African American Students Advisory Council (PAASAC)
- Somali Parent Advisory Council (SPAC)
- Special Education Advisory Council (SEAC)
Contact us for:
- Family engagement opportunities
- Community Outreach events & opportunities
- Parent concerns (Ombudsperson)
- Volunteer opportunities
- Community Partnerships
- Parent Programming
- Children's Learning Academy (CLA) opportunities
The SPPS Ombudsperson listens to and investigates complaints against Saint Paul Public Schools, its programs, offices and staff.
School Board Meetings: Public Comment Session
The Saint Paul Public Schools Board of Education begins each of its monthly meetings with time allotted for public comment. To sign up for public comment, contact the Ombudsperson by clicking on the link on the menu of this page.