Description:

Stonebridge Community School is a K-5 public charter school that provides a unique combination of challenging international baccalaureate curriculum, with an array of support services in a small supportive school community. 

Mission:

The mission of Stonebridge Community School is to create an engaging inquiry-based learning community that supports and challenges students to excel socially and academically, encouraging them to think and act from a global perspective.

Vision:

Our vision is to develop motivated and principled young people with a global perspective prepared for lifelong learning and active citizenship.

Curriculum:

• Combines research-based curriculum with social skills development
• Basic skills emphasis that encourages student participation and interaction
• Global theme-based curriculum
• Individualized learning plans for each student
• Service learning projects and community learning activities
• One-on-one instruction and tutoring
• Social skills building supported by onsite student coordinator
• Family involvement, including monthly family nights

Program Strengths:

• Located in South Minneapolis
• Tuition-free
• Open to all K-5 students
• Safe, small school community
• Located in the heart of Minneapolis
• New building
• Supports families in helping children learn and grow
• Hands-on learning
• Award-winning international theme-based curriculum
• Focus on educating the whole child

Special Features:

• Free bus transportation—citywide
• Student and family support services and events
• Full day kindergarten
• Free uniform starter kits, backpacks, and school supplies
• Committed teachers and staff
• Friendly building in the heart of Minneapolis—corner of Nicollet and Franklin
• Responsive Classroom—integration of social and academic learning
• Receiving accreditation as International Baccalaureate (IB) school, using the IB Primary Years program