Rice County School Districts
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ARCADIA CHARTER SCHOOL
Is an independent charter school for grades 6-12 in Northfield, MN which focuses on project-based and student-directed learning. The enrollment number is about 126, with 18 students in each grade
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CANNON RIVER STEM SCHOOL
At Cannon River STEM School, adults and children alike aspire to become excellent questioners, able to investigate the world with confidence and character. We are a K-8 public charter school in Faribault, MN with an emphasis on science, technology, engineering and math.
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DISCOVERY PUBLIC SCHOOL FARIBAULT
Discovery Public School of Faribault has been in existence for five years, but the school redefined itself over this last summer. Formerly known as the Covenant Academy of Minnesota Charter School, the focus was working with impoverished children that were from throughout the state. The majority of the students were residing in the Covenant Academy of Minnesota Residential Program and attending the public charter school. However, the residential facility was hindered by funding and recruiting obstacles and closed in the spring of 2005. A group of determined teachers knew that there was a place for the school as an educational alternative in the Faribault community. The Discovery Public School of Faribault is a 6th through 12th grade public school that provides a free educational alternative for parents and students. It is operated independently from the Faribault school district and governed by a board of directors made up of parents, teachers, and community members elected by the school community. School board meetings and elections are open to the public. School board meetings are held the third Thursday of each month and elections are held during the month of April. For more information regarding meeting times or dates and or regarding school board vacancies or voting information, please contact the school at 507-331-5423. The Discovery Public School of Faribault is authorized by Audubon Center of the Northwoods. For more information, you may visit their web site at http://www.audubon-center.org/. An authorizer and a charter school sign a charter or contract that represents an agreement between the school and the state of Minnesota. Charter schools are typically authorized by a school district, an institution of higher learning, a non-profit organization, or a foundation. The authorizer reports to the Minnesota Department of Education, and makes recommendations to the state in regards to the progress of the school. As a charter school, Discovery Public School of Faribault is open to all students that apply. The school’s current enrollment is about 65 students. The largest class is approximately fourteen students, with a 1 to 6 teacher to student ratio. Current enrollment is diverse in terms of race and/or ethnicity. All students can be successful, but many need the smaller class sizes and more one to one attention to achieve their potential. According to No Child Left Behind Laws, Discovery Public School students are making adequate yearly progress in the areas of Math, Reading, Writing, and Graduation Rate. A main area of concentration for the school is raising student attendance rates, and thus, increasing the overall achievement of the school. A low attendance rate for a school correlates to the school being labeled as ‘under-performing’ by the government. It is the goal of the administration and staff to create a school atmosphere that is safe for all, and a learning environment that can cater to the individual needs of each student. We are proud of the services that we offer. The school has overcome many obstacles over the past year, and it shows the dedication and determination of the staff, parents, and students, in making the Discovery Public School a model charter school.
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FARIBAULT PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
Vision Focus on improving the academic performance, the social growth and development, and the quality of a comprehensive educational experience for all students. Work on developing and implementing an open budget and review process that provides analysis of benefits of budget linked to student success. Maintain high quality facilities conducive for 21st century learners and able to meet the needs of Vision I. Create and implement a human resource system that attracts, retains, and develops high quality professionals and classified staff who demonstrate ongoing commitment to learning and implementing the district’s mission, vision and values. Facilitate open and authentic communication and interactions with all stakeholders in the Faribault school community. Mission Faribault Public Schools inspire learning and development for all students.
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MINNESOTA STATE ACADEMIES
The Minnesota State Academy for the Deaf (MSAD) enrolled its first student in 1863 and takes pride in a rich tradition of serving the educational, social and emotional needs of deaf and hard of hearing students throughout the state of Minnesota. Located on a beautiful 40-acre campus in the community of Faribault in southeastern Minnesota, the campus features historic limestone buildings nestled among mature oak and maple trees along a circular drive.
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NERSTRAND CHARTER SCHOOL
Our Mission "Nerstrand Elementary School will empower students to be self-directed, lifelong learners by providing a nurturing, multiage environment which fosters cooperation and character development." For a longer document about the mission of our school, see About Our School (pdf). Shared Vision Nerstrand Staff members will work collaboratively to plan programs that ensure that students develop skills and attitudes necessary for being responsible citizens in the twenty-first century.
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NORTHFIELD PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
Northfield Public Schools is committed to delivering educational excellence that empowers all learners to participate in our dynamic world.