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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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.

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.

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.

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.

Join us on our journey to reimagine and revolutionize education on Facebook, and witness firsthand the transformative power of our unconventional approach!

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State Park Family Day	Students Learning to Survey
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