MTS Alternative Learning
MTS Alternative Learning Programs
Home of the the Individualized Independent Study Program, The Community Learning Program, and The Multicultural Indigenious Academy.
These programs offer students who are looking for a high school diploma but find that regular school is not where they learn best.
To learn more about this program, call 651-222-4900.
MTS Alternative Learning Programs
Individualized Independent Study Program
This is an individualized Independent study where students come by appointment. Learners can either be part-time students (making up missing credits while enrolled in the regular high school program) or full-time students of another MTS program. Students earn their credits after completing a specified number of seat time hours, packets and projects, and passing the required tests.
The Independent Study Program offers an array of required and elective courses which are fully compatible with state and MTS graduation requirements.
Community Learning Program
Minnesota Transitions School offers an opportunity for learners who are looking for a high school diploma but are missing credits toward graduation from their home school. The Community Learning Program combines great teachers, a unique learning environment, and students of all cultures who come from the entire Metropolitan community, resulting in a dynamic and effective education program.
The Community Learning Program uses learning circles as a way to offer you classes that you wouldn’t find in traditional high schools. It focuses on helping students pass the Basic Standards Tests, especially ESL students. Some of the circles focus on specific passions, such as art, the medical profession, movies, college prep, and other possibilities as well. There is also an Internet program for those students who prefer to study at home.
Classes are held at three convenient locations: one in South Minneapolis, one on the edge of the University of Minnesota’s Minneapolis campus, and one in the Urban Academy building in downtown St. Paul. Classes are offered six days a week, from 9:45 in the morning to 9:00 in the evening most days. You may choose to attend classes five days a week, one, two, or three evenings a week, or just on Saturdays.
The Multicultural Indigenous Academy
Multicultural Indigenous Academy is an urban charter high school program serving students grades 9 through 12. With a diverse team of talented teachers, the Multicultural Indigenous Academy offers an innovative alternative to the traditional high school experience. Providing the best education possible through small classes and a personalized school environment, MIA focuses on developing, strengthening and promoting a strong sense of cultural identity in each student.
The Multicultural Indigenous Academy emphasizes a cultural heritage foundation to education. In addition, the school provides students with an Independent Study Option (for Students 16 and older), Work Credit, and Credit Recovery options to compliment their practical living environment. Teachers and Staff at the Multicultural Indigenous Academy relate to the urban lifestyle and are focused on providing the best learning environment possible for every student.
Located on the corner of Robert Street and 7th Street downtown Saint Paul, The Multicultural Indigenous Academy is eager to enroll new students passionate about education. If you have questions, or are interested in registration, please call 651-222-4900.
Our Vision…
To be a center for the education and transformation of St. Paul youth into healthy, vibrant, engaged, informed leaders, who return to their communities as skilled workers and college-educated residents, who nurture their communities into quality places to live and work for generations to come.
Our Mission. . .
To meet the needs of Saint Paul youth, especially those from communities of color, with a high quality education that is culturally relevant, uplifting, academically engaging, and empowers students to achieve academic proficiency. Graduates are motivated for life-long learning, ready for the real world and post secondary education. Our students develop leadership, civic engagement skills and a strong sense of self through our intercultural model of learning.
For more information, please visit www.miacademy.org.
Info About These Programs
The MTS Multicultural Indigenous Academy is located at 133 East 7th St. in St. Paul. If you would like to learn more about the program, call 651-222-4900. Or register now at 651-312-1313.
To learn more about MTS Community Learning Program, call 612-362-8940.
The Independent Study Program is located: at the Minnehaha Mall Campus (2872 26th Ave. S., next to the Lake Street Target). The Program operates Monday through Thursday from 8:00 am to 7:00 pm, and from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm Fridays. For more information, contact Mary Funk, the program supervisor, at (612) 722-9013, or via e-mail at mfunk@mtcs.org.