Mounds Park Academy is really good at engaging students in their own education. They learn how to solve problems rather than simply memorize answers. It's great to watch students grow as their intellect and self-confidence develop.
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Posted by a other on 09/24/09
The school and class size may be a bit too small for some people. If your kids are highly gifted or have special needs, don't send them there, they can't accommodate them. Our two kids graduated from the school and are now attending small private colleges. Neither we nor our kids thought the money we
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The music programs are, without a doubt, great. But because of the small class sizes there is little competition. It's got a great program for all the adcadmics.
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Posted by a other on 11/15/07
MPA has been the best experience for our family. My children have thrived in this wonderful environment! While the tuition is high, the education my children have received is top notch. It is not a school for the 'wealthy' only. The small class sizes, the feeling of community, the language and arts
... Read more programs, hands on learning, and so much more, make MPA stand out from the rest. The level of parent involvement completely depends on the parent. MPA has many, many opportunities to volunteer if you are able. If you can't volunteer, you are not made to feel 'guilty'. Magazines drives, candy sales, plant sales. Whatever the fundraiser, there are no requirements, only opportunities. Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/14/07
I love this school. It has a great bond with everyone there and the teachers are amazing
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Posted by a parent on 08/16/07
We've now been at MPA for 6 years. Especially starting in 4th grade, you get your money out of this school. The small classes, great teachers/staff and strong academic focus including world language, arts, music, drama - all beginning as early as Kindergarten allows for an amazing learning environment.
... Read more We love that MPA offered full-day Kindergarten and that our children can be at the same school PreK thru 12! Parents are very involved and lend a supporting hand continuously at MPA. The only downside we've felt at MPA is the significant amount of fund raising (especially in the past few years) needed to support their campus growth efforts. Overall we are very happy and our child would be heart broken if we told her she had to go someplace else! Read less
Posted by a parent on 05/15/07
I am actually a middle schooler at MPA. I think one thing that makes our school so different it that we feel like a true family. everyone is accepting and always has something nice to say. i have been here since kindergarten and proud of it! i would definitely recommend this school. we also have some
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Posted by a student on 09/19/06
I disagree with reviewers that advocate that the school instills few values. While there are students who live in a place other than the real world, many maintain a firm grasp of what really is going on. The academic programs the school offers are great - however the small size of the school stops
... Read more it from offering a variety of classes and programs, so if one's child is very gifted in a certain activity, I'd look elsewhere. However, MPA sends a disproportionately large number of kids to the All State Programs, and does very well in the arts (MPA has some of the best speech coaches in the state). The school's small student population translates to having quality of programs dictated by student interest (usually). For the unmotivated child, MPA is great because it surrounds the child with very motivated students. For students with specialized interests, check out Eastview/Applevalley/Eagan. Read less
Posted by a student on 08/06/06
My children have been at MPA for 4 years and we couldn't be happier. It is a college prep school that knows how to think outside the box. The teachers are creative with their curriculum and assignments. In addition to the core subjects, my chldren have foreign language daily and have Drama, Art, Music,
... Read more Computer and Library every other day. The classes sizes are small and the teachers are caring and passionate. My children have been taught to be independent and responsible students. The entire school (PK - 12) is in one building which makes the transition of moving up a grade each year very smooth. The teachers know exactly what my children learned the year before and can build on it. This also creates many opportunities for older and younger children to work and learn together. While there are some wealthy families most are just everyday people. Read less
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Saint Paul schools — Mounds Park Academy is located at 2051 Larpenteur Ave E, Saint Paul MN 55109. 2051 Larpenteur Ave E is in the 55109 ZIP code in Saint Paul, MN Mounds Park Academy is a Private school that serves grade levels PK - 12.
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