At St. Louis Park Public Schools, we are committed to ensuring each student feels valued, supported, and inspired to succeed. One of the ways we achieve this is through Park PRIDE, our framework for creating positive, culturally inclusive environments that foster both academic and social growth.

Grounded in PBIS (Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports), Park PRIDE provides schools, teachers, and staff with a shared approach to building community. By teaching expectations and agreements, schools help sustain a climate where students feel both supported and challenged to reach their full potential.

What does Park PRIDE stand for? 

• Purpose
• Relationships
• Inclusiveness
• Dependability
• Excellence

The Principles of Park PRIDE

Park PRIDE is built on the belief that strong relationships are the foundation of learning communities. This framework emphasizes that:

• Positive relationships must be nurtured without lowering expectations for achievement and behavior.
• Behavior is communication, whether positive or negative, means understanding what a student’s behavior is telling us helps staff respond with empathy and purpose.
• Clear, consistent expectations across schools create environments where students can thrive.
• Equity and inclusion are essential to ensuring every member of the school community is seen, valued, and heard as their authentic selves.
• Loving accountability means we hold high standards for all while not “sweating the small stuff” to maintain a safe, respectful culture.

Co-Creating a Positive Culture

Park PRIDE thrives on collaboration between students and staff. It empowers the entire community to co-create a positive school climate where high levels of learning and achievement are possible.

At its heart, Park PRIDE is more than a framework, it’s a shared commitment to maintaining relationships, honoring student voice, and ensuring that each student has the opportunity to grow, belong, and succeed