Classes are also held at satellite locations to strengthen communication and connections between the students, the school and the community. The locations vary depending on curriculum needs. The East Side was chosen because of the expressed and proven need. The building provides a welcome environment and an active involvement in the community. Students serve as recreation aides in a number of recreation programs in the City.
Charter schools are, by legislative design, site-based management schools.
Our current board membership includes a majority of licensed teachers, a student graduate, parents, and community members. During the appropriate daily session, students and staff discuss curriculum and program needs and concerns as well as suggestions for changes and additions. Weekly site meetings are open to students, families and community members. The outcomes have the Minnesota High Standards as the goal for each student. The individual plans are based on students' self-stated post secondary academic and career goals.