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The mission is to guide students toward self-actualization. To achieve that mission, MNCS will leverage the power of purposeful relationships, community, student-led project-based learning, and experiential education.

To facilitate that growth, learning opportunities at MNCS shall emphasize “Exploring the World Through Project-Based Learning,” characterized by:

Project-Based Learning:

Experiential learning in the Minnesota River Valley setting. We strive to be a national leader and advocate for individualized and student-led project-based learning;
Essential Skills, Knowledge, Understanding, and Application:

Reading, writing, science, history, citizenship, economics, math, and the arts in a joyful, active, and challenging environment;
Individualization:

Personalized Learning Plans in a small school with small class settings;
Responsible and Effective Technology Use

Emphasizing the latest technologies;
Community and Family:

Creating and maintaining a safe, positive community atmosphere. Embracing the family unit with family participation a regular part of the student’s school career; and
Personal Goal-Setting and Skills for Living Responsibly:

Emphasizing continuous progress toward physical, emotional, and mental health.