Welcome to
Glacial Hills Elementary
We provide an enriched learning environment for students in PreK-6th grade that has helped countless students learn, develop, and grow. We are a public, tuition-free school that offers small class sizes. We embrace experiential learning, student-centered instruction, and learning outside the classroom to teach Minnesota Academic Standards and environmental education.
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Go Eagles!
Our Philosophy of Education
Discover the difference at our innovative, tuition-free charter school, where we prioritize student-centered learning, foster community partnerships, and champion environmental education.
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Our dynamic staff thrives on pushing boundaries and crafting outside-the-box educational experiences for our students. We believe in breaking down traditional subject barriers, opting instead for holistic, real-world learning opportunities that prepare students for success in today's interconnected world.
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Central to our educational philosophy is project-based learning (PBL), a methodology that encourages collaborative problem-solving and critical thinking. Through PBL, students cultivate meaningful relationships, hone effective communication skills, and engage deeply with ideas, moving beyond rote memorization to embrace true understanding.
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Aligned seamlessly with our environmentally-focused curriculum, PBL empowers students to tackle complex challenges and become lifelong, passionate learners invested in both their education and their community.
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Join us on our journey to reimagine and revolutionize education on Facebook, and witness firsthand the transformative power of our unconventional approach!
State Park Family Day | Students Learning to Survey |
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Reading Outdoors | Preschool in Nature |
Andes Ski Trip | Color Run Fun |
tent | geocaching |
gardening | Canning Tomatoes |
Fishing at the marina! | Project-based learning |
State Park Family Day | Pancake Breakfast |
Pancake Breakfast | Pancake Breakfast |
State Park Family Day | Pancake Breakfast |
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Enrolling at Glacial Hills Elementary is quick and easy with our online forms.
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